Today at the 10th Microsoft® Professional Developers Conference, Microsoft Corp.'s Mobile Devices Division unveiled plans to deliver a new set of tools, technologies and service offerings, including support for Microsoft Visual Studio® "Whidbey," Microsoft .NET Compact Framework "Whidbey" and managed-code APIs, as well as expanded support for various screen resolutions. These updates will enable Windows® desktop developers to embrace new opportunities in the growing wireless software industry and apply their existing skills to develop wireless applications for the Windows Mobile (TM) software platform. In addition, Microsoft announced an upgrade to the Windows Mobile Smartphone Device Developer Kit for developing applications for Windows Mobile 2003 software for Smartphones. The company also revealed enhancements to its Mobile2Market program, which facilitates accelerated delivery of mobile applications via distribution channels including retailers, e-tailers and mobile operators.
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