Hands-on with the WM6.1 MWg Zinc II

John Chan | Mar 27, 2008

We already know that some upcoming devices, like the new batch of Asus handhelds, will come with Windows Mobile (WM) 6.1 instead of the current WM6. With the imminent official release of WM6.1, users will probably be interested to find out which devices will come with the incrementally newer OS. We don't have the full list, but some information is trickling in and we have good news for those keen on an MWg device--the upcoming Zinc II will sport WM6.1, while the recently launched Atom V will offer an upgrade.

We got a bit of time with the Zinc II and confirmed the version of the OS (see screen on image above). Users will have to temper their expectations though--the user experience has not changed much from WM6. From early leaked screenshots, the main difference in interface will be seen in WM6 Standard for smart phones, not the touchscreen-enabled handhelds like this one from MWg.

The Zinc II will be commercially launched in Asia starting this quarter. MWg has not committed to any specific date for its upgrade of the Atom V, too, so current users will just have to be patient for now.

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