Windows Phone Summit: New resolutions revealed for Windows Phone 8
Continuing our Windows Phone Summit coverage, we detail the new resolutions announced for Windows Phone 8: In line with earlier leaks and expectations, Microsoft has now confirmed that Windows Phone 8 will ship with 3 supported resolutions (2 additional). Specifically:
- 480x800 (15:9)
- 768x1280 (15:9)
- 720x1280 (16:9)
The last of the resolutions, of course, is most desirable on a device because its full 720p resolution. That means no letterboxing -- you know, those annoying black bars on top and bottom.
Now you're probably thinking: What's with the two aspect ratios? We asked about this and it boils down to part costs and OEM flexibility. Let's be honest, OEMs targeting developing markets don't need or want to have the most expensive screen part. Nor do consumers in that market want to pay for one. So loosening on screen requirements is a win for a lot of folks.
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jdep1 says:
Keep them coming. I'm working so staying updated here. Thanks!
KumarNix says:
Woot , waiting for some new stuff .
Dark_Halmut says:
With 720x1280 support, why would anyone get a Win8 RT arm based tablet. Just get the phone.
blackhawk556 says:
Screen size
cckgz4 says:
And I bet people still aren't satisfied
IIQuickSilverII says:
If course troll won't be happy unless ms gives them a free phone.. :rolleyes:
MrSean490 says:
no 1080p?
stephhance001 says:
In the interest of ensuring it is released with devices designed to take advantage of its new features, Windows Phone 8 will not be made available as an update for existing Windows Phone 7 devices. However, a future update, Windows Phone 7.8 will backport the redesigned home screen. -954-691-1102
