The Windows platform is not as popular as the iOS and the Android platform for mobile devices; yet the Windows Phone have managed to create a loyal customer base over the years. Though the interface is fluid and the performance is smooth, Windows phone do have a few drawbacks such as a small library of applications and other bugs. Despite that, there have been some impressive Windows phones that have hit the market in the recent past.
We shall look at a few that have come out in the past 12 months to give you an idea of how the smart phone market shapes up when you take out the iOS and Android smart phones. However, it should be noted that there is not an extensive range of Windows phones at the moment as there are only a few manufacturers actually producing handsets for this platform – with Microsoft being the major player.
Microsoft Lumia 950 XL
With features like Continuum and Universal Apps, this beast of a phone is ideal for the long serving fans of the Windows platform. Furthermore, a large 5.7-inch quad-HD display to show vibrant visuals and 20.7MP primary camera to take great quality pictures are the other notable features of this phone.
Wireless charging and a large battery further make this phone a powerhouse. A Snapdragon 810 CPU, 3GB RAM and 32GB internal storage enable this phone to perform at a blistering pace. The overall look of the phone is quite sleek and sober, making it an ideal choice for the ones who do not want a flashy phone.
Microsoft Lumia 950
The 5.2-inch quad-HD screen of this device is enough for a brilliant display. Add to that a 20MP rear camera that is capable of capturing exquisite photos and a capable processor boosted with a 3GB RAM; this phone is well worth the money for the fans of the Windows platform. It also boasts Continuum and a bunch of other useful applications to help you go about your day.
Microsoft Lumia 650
For a budget phone, this one is quite decent. With a 5-inch OLED display and a 8MP rear camera to take quality pictures. The phone is well built and for the price range, offers the specs you can expect from a smart phone without the added glamour and refined finish.
HP Elite x3
A giant 5.96-inch AMOLED display awaits you when you get your hands on this phone. With fingerprint and iris scanners, a large 4150mAh battery and a decent 8MP rear camera; this phone is ideal for your business usage. It is practically a computer packed in to the body of a smart phone. With a desktop dock to enable you to hook up Microsoft Continuum, you can stay in touch with all your professional needs.
So, there you have it; you have a Windows phone for the different ranges of mobile phone prices in Pakistan. While the Windows phone category is relatively small, it does hold some worthwhile phones that can give the other smart phones a run for their money.