Android vs. Windows Mobile could be a great battle on Smartphone OS. The changing trends are the result of increasing consumer expectations, from Smartphone’s was previously considered as the device only for the professional company and now has turned into a fashion statement and gadget geeks. Android and iPhone into a cult that is similar to the iPod. In a competitive environment, Microsoft is hard to find a strong brand to stand. Much the Microsoft failure comes from their unwillingness to innovate and be an industry leader. Let's leave the iPhone, which has gained 30 percent of market share, would be better if we compare Windows Mobile with the new Android.
What are the similarities and differences Android vs. Windows Mobile?
Similarity
Multitasking
Android, such as Windows Mobile are different with the iPhone. Both are offering capabilities to run more than one application at a time.
Run the application in the Background
Window Mobile "X" button is not close an application that runs, it's more like to "minimize". Windows Mobile memory monitors and closes the application if necessary. Android does not even have the X button, when you navigate away from an application, it will running in the background.
Hardware
Both Windows Mobile and Android devices created by top-tier producers of hardware, using a fast processor with a respectable amount of storage space and memory.
Differences
the Web Browser
Android comes original with the modern browser, the layout is optimized for mobile phones.
Web browser on the stock Windows Mobile is playing catch-up with the browser which comes by Android and the iPhone, handset manufacturers and telecast are aware of this and often bundle Opera or similar browser to overcome the shortcomings of Pocket IE.
Email, Contact Us, Calendar
Android equipped original with Gmail, Contacts, and Calendar sync; android itself not come with the original Exchange support up to version 2, but still not natively support calendar sync, HTC and others have built up applications for these bridges functionality.
Windows Mobile is equipped with the native support for Exchange, Contacts, and Calendar; Google offers Google Sync for Gmail, Contacts, and the Google Calendar.
Touch-Screen
Windows Mobile has been traditionally known for its stylus-centric and UI screen, and not very finger-friendly, this began to change with Windows Mobile 6.5. Meanwhile Android is more born finger-friendly.
Operating System License
Android is open source and free for anyone wishing to use it on their hardware. This allows the various players in the community for updates, patches, and improving the OS. Windows Mobile hasn’t a license per device. Microsoft itself provides updates, patches, and enhancements to the hardware vendors
Summary of Android vs. Windows Mobile
Both Android vs. Windows Mobile is a decent player in the mobile market today.
The biggest difference between them is the way which licensed operating system. Android method promise a faster development cycle, deployment partners, and adoption on the handset. In short, Android momentum is significantly faster than Windows Mobile.
Broadly speaking about Android vs. Windows Mobile, but there are some users who feel comfortable with Windows Mobile because of their stability and enterprise solutions. Furthermore, Microsoft will release Windows Mobile 7, which can be much better than the previous version. But if you are looking for something that becomes the latest trends in technology, Android is that you need.