Microsoft will not abandon Windows Mobile 6.5

Microsoft announced details of the mobile OS Windows Phone 7 Series
Microsoft can not abandon Windows Mobile 6.5, when a new version of mobile operating system, Windows Phone 7 Series, ComputerWorld writes with reference to the words of Steve Chang (Steve Chang), a senior product manager for the company related to the Windows Phone 7 Series.
Devices with Windows Mobile 6.5 will be sold and delivered in parallel with Windows Mobile 7 Series. Also retain the support of the old OS.

Windows Phone 7 Series is not compatible with Windows Mobile 6.5. In addition, it claims to mobile phones is much higher than its predecessor. Windows Mobile 6.5 in this case can remain in the corporate market segment.

Microsoft announced Windows Phone 7 Series in February 2010 in Barcelona. The new system has completely redesigned interface that focuses on video, games and social networks. After the announcement of a number of companies announced their withdrawal from the platform Windows Mobile 6.5.