Microsoft’s Windows Phone platform reaches 50,000 applications mark.
Ahead of the Nokia Windows Phone launch in the United States, Microsoft’s new mobile operating system is said to have reached the 50,000 apps mark, a small number compared to other mobile platforms, but a big number if the growth trend will continue.
According to the data provided by All About Windows Phone (AAWP), Microsoft took 14 months to reach the 50,000 apps, and compared to its competitors, Google’s Android took 19 months to reach the same number of apps, while Apple’s iOS which powers the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch took 12 months.
AAWP also added that Microsoft’s Windows Phone marketplace is adding at least 265 new applications per 24 hours. 58 percent of the apps inside the Windows Phone’s application market are free, while 29 percent requires payment and the remaining 14 percent are offering free trial.
When it comes to the category of the apps, Windows Phone reportedly offers more entertainment applications, while games and productivity apps are take the back seat.
Via AAWP.
