This screenshot from a leaked Microsoft document that Tweakers.net got their hands on shows the update process for Windows Phone 7 devices.
As you can clearly see, all roads lead to Microsoft! All updates – from Microsoft, manufacturers, carriers or others – will be distributed via Microsoft’s Windows Update service. It looks like the Windows Phone 7 device will check OTA to see if there are updates available, and then you download and install the the updates through your PC using Activesync/Zune software.
This is terrific news! No more waiting for your carrier to put out an updated ROM (which they never do) or tracking down a pirated ROM on the forums because you want the latest version of your OS. Plus, it ensures a consistent experience for Microsoft, one of their primary goals with Windows Phone 7.
Good move, Microsoft.
Check out these other three posts for more details from the leaked Microsoft documents:
- Leaked Docs Show Windows Phone 7 Architecture
- Details on Windows Phone 7 Customization from Leaked Microsoft Docs
- A Bit More Detail on Windows Phone 7 Hardware Requirements
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