I just saw a comment about the Windows Mobile 6 SDK post ask what’s the difference between Windows Mobile 5 and 6?I guess the official statements can be found on the Microsoft web pages at…
…and…
Microsoft Reveals New Windows Mobile 6 Smartphone Software
My irreverent answer is “1” (6 – 5 = 1). My slightly less irreverent response is: Not much unless you have access to Exchange Server for email (I don’t). I am, however, interested to hear what the Windows Mobile product group has to say to me and other Mobile Devices MVPs later this week to change my mind.
I should also note that there are differences from a developer’s point of view. Changes to the screen form factors and inner workings make a difference to them. From the end-user point of view, however, there is not much that makes you say “ooh, wow”.
vikas: There isn’t much difference on the Pocket PC (Professional Edition) side. Most of the enhancements require Exchange Server connectivity. The Smartphone (Standard Edition) has a number of UI enhancements including word completion that are nice to see. But, for the most part Windows Mobile 6 is really Windows Mobile 5 Second Edition.
if only a clearer view of the contrast is provided between 2 ver. of the windows mobile it would be appreciated