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Originally Posted by jhmurray
I am still stuck on the fact that I am on my third PPC and Microsoft can't offer an upgrade to the end user. I would love to have everything on my PPC that MS has to offer, but makes no sense to buy new equipment.
John
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When I first read your comment I thought, "c'mon how is Microsoft supposed to supply a customized version of Windows Mobile to every vendor". But the more I think about it - you may have a point. Microsoft distributes Windows that runs on a multitude types of hardware from various manufacturers.
Is it not possible for Microsoft to develop a 'generic' version of Windows Mobile to run on 'all' devices? Vendors could then supply minimal software updates to enhance their machines (ie. for specialized video accelerators).
When you think about all the PPC devices out there, the basic processors are mostly alike, and the specs are the same (when comparing apples to apples). Even Microsoft could supply a couple versions (one for VGA, one for QVGA).
I'm getting the Dell X50v (whenever it ships) and I'm gratefull that I'll get an opportunity to try audible for free. But I can really sympathize with you on this point. From a technical standpoint I think it's possible for Microsoft to do this.
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