As a Microsoft developer I’ve been disappointed by every Window Mobile device I’ve touched. The Android based HTC Hero I currently have is arguably the best phone I’ve had (apart from the pathetic camera, but hey …).

But with Windows Phone 7 series, Microsoft have seemingly rebooted their phone platform into something genuinely usable, engaging and slick. This has Zune UI influence all over it, which is a good thing. Task Oriented UI with deep social network integration.

I like.