This is a bit different than the other conversations here, but I finally decided this was the best place for everything.
As we know, Microsoft has transitioned from being "Windows or go home" to "we sell apps and services, let's support major platforms." (I've noticed a distinct lack of support for Blackberry 10. Good move; smother the number 4 as much as you can). We've seen lots of complaints about these Android and iOS apps getting more support than Windows Phone thus far. Since, from my POV, my office on Windows Phone works just fine, I'm okay waiting. But it got me thinking... there are Microsoft apps and services that AREN'T available on other platforms that might be beneficial to the overall ecosystem. Let's brainstorm in a nontypical direction and see what we can come up with.
IDEAS:
Xbox Video: Xbox Music is available on iPhone and Android, but the video app is not. However, I'd wager that most Xbox users aren't Windows Phone users, and encouraging users to buy more Xbox Videos helps tie them in to the Xbox ecosystem more, besides just providing more free cash flow.
Halo: Spartan Assault: This game is now more than a year old. Putting a Halo game (even an out of date one) on Android and iOS provides more gaming money and is a form of free advertising for Halo 5. At this point, most people on a Windows 8 or Phone device who are going to buy it have bought it. Plus, it's a good introduction to Universal Apps on Windows devices (Oh, you had to buy Spartan Assault twice? Yeah, I got it on my Surface and it's free for Xbox One. Sorry.)
Xbox Music Deals: Because it encourages people to think, "Oh yeah, Xbox! Those guys that always have the awesome deals!" Only downside would be cutting Apple and Google in on their share of things.
Windows Help and Tips: If users claim that Windows 8.1 is confusing, then having materials to help them out on their chosen mobile platform is a good idea.
So what Microsoft services do you think would be beneficial to let loose?
As we know, Microsoft has transitioned from being "Windows or go home" to "we sell apps and services, let's support major platforms." (I've noticed a distinct lack of support for Blackberry 10. Good move; smother the number 4 as much as you can). We've seen lots of complaints about these Android and iOS apps getting more support than Windows Phone thus far. Since, from my POV, my office on Windows Phone works just fine, I'm okay waiting. But it got me thinking... there are Microsoft apps and services that AREN'T available on other platforms that might be beneficial to the overall ecosystem. Let's brainstorm in a nontypical direction and see what we can come up with.
IDEAS:
Xbox Video: Xbox Music is available on iPhone and Android, but the video app is not. However, I'd wager that most Xbox users aren't Windows Phone users, and encouraging users to buy more Xbox Videos helps tie them in to the Xbox ecosystem more, besides just providing more free cash flow.
Halo: Spartan Assault: This game is now more than a year old. Putting a Halo game (even an out of date one) on Android and iOS provides more gaming money and is a form of free advertising for Halo 5. At this point, most people on a Windows 8 or Phone device who are going to buy it have bought it. Plus, it's a good introduction to Universal Apps on Windows devices (Oh, you had to buy Spartan Assault twice? Yeah, I got it on my Surface and it's free for Xbox One. Sorry.)
Xbox Music Deals: Because it encourages people to think, "Oh yeah, Xbox! Those guys that always have the awesome deals!" Only downside would be cutting Apple and Google in on their share of things.
Windows Help and Tips: If users claim that Windows 8.1 is confusing, then having materials to help them out on their chosen mobile platform is a good idea.
So what Microsoft services do you think would be beneficial to let loose?
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