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Microsoft releases Windows Phone Retail Insider app to help phone sales

Microsoft releases Windows Phone Retail Insider app to help phone sales

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Besides handing out money to retail sellers when they sell a Windows Phone device, Microsoft has also released a special application designed for them. It’s name Retail Insider and features the following:

Key Features:

– Multiple Live tiles you can pin to your Start Screen that show the latest content updates
– A device library with demo suggestions and selling tips
– A curated list of the best Windows Phone apps with links to Marketplace
– Easy sharing of app content via Facebook, Twitter and e-mail
– An aggregated stream of updates from Microsoft’s social media channels for retail sellers
– One-click access to customer demo videos that help you show your customers the best features of Windows Phone
– Built-in Windows Phone FAQ and quick links to step-by-step how-to’s

I’m not entirely sure that this would have any impact on Windows Phone’s retail sales in the short term but it’s a step in the right direction. Better late than never… THe app is surprisingly well laid out and packed with useful info like device hardware specifications, tips, FAQs and sale pitches. You can grab it here.


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