Microsoft still has Windows 10 Mobile phones for sale, even though they were out of stock for a bit

The Microsoft Store was completely out of stock of Windows 10 Mobile phones for a time last week, but they have been replenished this week. There are two models remaining.

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Alcatel Idol 4S with Windows 10 Mobile enters impulse buy territory at $99.99

Regardless of your natural distrust of obsolete software platforms, you should definitely consider the latest Alcatel Idol 4S deal on premium hardware grounds.

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Microsoft’s Black Friday deals include Surface Pro bundles, discounted MR headsets and phones

One of the most extensive, diverse, rich and compelling collections of Black Friday 2017 deals unveiled thus far comes from the US Microsoft Store.

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TCL sells Alcatel Idol 4S with Windows 10 Mobile and VR goggles for crazy low $225 on Amazon

Windows 10 Mobile is pretty much dead, and there's no sequel for the Alcatel Idol 4S in sight, but the phone/VR headset remains a killer bargain.

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T-Mobile kills Windows 10-powered Alcatel Idol 4S already, sequel feels unlikely

No more Alcatel Idol 4S with Windows 10 Mobile and VR headset on T-Mobile's official US website, though you can still buy it unlocked from Microsoft.

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Microsoft might be planning to roll out Windows 10 Creators Update to a lousy 13 phones

How dead are Windows phones? So dead that only 13 of them are apparently eligible for Microsoft's latest mobile platform update.

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Alcatel Idol 5S swings by GFXBench with Android 7.0, Helio P20 SoC, 3GB RAM

According to both Geekbench and GFXBench records, the upcoming Alcatel Idol 5S packs a Helio P20 processor. It also features 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM.

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Windows 10-powered Alcatel Idol 4 Pro, aka Idol 4S, is officially headed to Europe at last

If you were hoping to see a completely new Idol 5S unveiled at MWC 2017, we're sorry to inform you the Alcatel Idol 4 Pro, aka 4S, is still in the news.

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Don’t need VR goggles? Alcatel Idol 4s on Amazon for $350

You may remember that the Alcatel Idol 4s came bundled inside of a VR headset for free. We now know that there is a price tag on that headset: $50.

Amazon is now selling a factory-unlocked Idol 4S without any mention of the VR headset that usually boxes the phone, cables and warranty papers in. No pictures, either. You do still have the JBL earbuds and a screen protector, too.

But all that will net you a $349.99 price tag that you can take advantage of — oddly enough, the original special pre-order price for the phone.

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Alcatel Idol 4s with Windows 10 avoids Europe

The Alcatel Idol 4s with Windows 10 might not be a T-Mobile worldwide exclusive, but it may end up that Europe will be excluded from any sales activities for the phone.

It’s a development not sitting well with Windows 10 Mobile fans in the continent, especially considering that the Idol 4s represents a more financially-accessible yet high-end smartphone for the platform when compared to the enterprise-focused HP Elite x3. It came out of a response to a question from theWindose.fr on Twitter.

The response translates in part to “this model is not destined for Europe.”

With high-resolution cameras, fingerprint sensors, a bundled-in VR headset and a Snapdragon 820, the phone is expected to retail for $470 at the Un-carrier in the US. Further global availability may not come until way down the line, if at all.

Would the phone be worth a buy at that point? We’ll have to see.

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As expected, T-Mobile will officially launch VR-enabled Alcatel Idol 4S with Windows 10 next week

It’s been an eternity in the making, rumored for several months, previewed by a slightly humbler Android variant way back at the Mobile World Congress, and pretty much leaked in full last week, then again yesterday, release date and price tag included this time around.

Finally, Microsoft, Alcatel and T-Mobile join hands today to formally announce the exclusive Magenta launch of the world’s first virtual reality-enabled Windows 10 smartphone on November 10.

The Alcatel Idol 4S with Windows shall cost $469.99, sold online and offline nationwide alongside Idol 4S VR goggles, a free 45-day Hulu Plus trial, 30-day Microsoft Groove subscription, and a complimentary copy of the Halo: Spartan Assault mobile game.

But basic in-box VR capabilities and accessories aren’t this bad boy’s lone selling point, with the “power and convenience of PC-like productivity” covered by Continuum support (dock, keyboard, mouse and monitor available separately), Windows Hello security facilitated by a fingerprint sensor, and many other standard high-end smartphones features in tow.

You have your powerful Snapdragon 820 processor, “brilliant” 5.5-inch Full HD AMOLED display, “best in class” 21 and 8MP cameras, 3,000 mAh battery for “up to 20 hours of talk time”, Quick Charge 3.0 technology, USB Type-C connectivity, 4GB RAM, 64GB expandable storage, Hi-Fi audio, and last but not least, pre-loaded Windows 10 Mobile with access to Office apps, and “regular software updates direct from Microsoft.”

THE FIRST OF ITS KIND FLAGSHIP SMARTPHONE HAS ARRIVED, WITH THE

VR ENABLED ALCATEL IDOL 4S WITH WINDOWS 10 COMING TO T-MOBILE

 

With innovative Windows 10 features like Continuum, powerhouse flagship smartphone specs and an in-box VR experience, IDOL 4S is the perfect amount of unreal productivity 

IRVINE, Calif. – November 1, 2016 – Alcatel - the number four mobile phone manufacturer in North America[i] - today announced the company’s flagship IDOL 4S with Windows 10 Mobile, available exclusively at T-Mobile. Featuring a premium dual glass and metal framed design, paired with flagship smartphone performance - including support for innovative Windows 10 experiences like Continuum – the device is the accessibly priced flagship that Windows 10 fans and enterprise smartphone users have been waiting for. The IDOL 4S with Windows 10 will be available at T-Mobile stores nationwide for $469.99 (SRP) beginning November 10, and will include the IDOL 4S VR Goggles. Customers who purchase an IDOL 4S will also receive a free 45-day trial for Hulu Plus, as well as an additional 30-day trial for Microsoft Groove music service. [ii] They’ll also receive a free copy of the Windows 10 Mobile game Halo: Spartan Assault.

 

“Enhanced security and enterprise-level productivity solutions are key features within Windows 10, but there have been few options in the U.S. market that combine this operating system with a powerful, experience-rich smartphone,” said Steve Cistulli, president and general manager for Alcatel, North America. “We’re proud to collaborate with T-Mobile and Microsoft to launch the IDOL 4S with Windows 10, delivering a value-packed smartphone experience that is unmatched in the U.S. market, finally bringing to life the full potential of what a high performance Windows 10 smartphone experience can be.”

 

“T-Mobile customers can get the latest Windows 10 offers with Alcatel’s IDOL 4S, and they can get it as it was meant to be – without limits,” said Mike Sievert, chief operating officer of T-Mobile. “The IDOL 4S shines on T-Mobile because our LTE network is built to handle unlimited high-speed data with the nation’s fastest LTE and coverage that reaches nearly every single American – 312 million people!”

 

THE POWER AND CONVENIENCE OF PC-LIKE PRODUCTIVITY

IDOL 4S with Windows 10 comes loaded with all the great productivity features, including Continuum, which puts PC-like productivity right in your pocket. With Continuum, you are able to seamlessly connect your IDOL 4S with Windows 10 to a second screen, keyboard and mouse for a desktop experience; all while still using your phone.

 

“Alcatel’s IDOL 4S with Windows 10 Mobile is a great device for people that crave the portability of a mobile handset, but also need the productivity capabilities of a full-sized Windows 10 PC,” said Gary Fowle, vice president of US OEM Division, Microsoft. “The IDOL 4S lights up Windows 10 Mobile features like Continuum and Windows Hello with its finger print reader giving mobile professionals and consumers a great Windows 10 phone experience.”

 

TIMELESS DESIGN AND POWERFUL EXPERIENCES

The IDOL 4S with Windows 10 features curated craftsmanship that includes a premium all glass body and halo gold metallic frame, delivering an elegant finish that makes this Window 10 smartphone as smart on the outside as it is on the inside. It’s also powered by a Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 820 processor with an X12 LTE modem, offering unparalleled performance, smooth multitasking experience. and the most advanced LTE and Wi-Fi capabilities available. Combining incredibly vivid pixel quantity and quality, synchronized, high-resolution audio, immersive 3D audio and the most natural feel possible with precise motion tracking and minimal latency, all the features of the Snapdragon 820 processor work together to help deliver a superior mobile virtual reality experience. When it’s time to escape reality, the equally powerful IDOL 4S VR Goggles are included as part of the in-box bundle with every IDOL 4S with Windows 10 smartphone.

 

“We are excited to work with Alcatel on the launch of the IDOL 4S with Windows 10,” said Mike Finley, senior vice president and president, North America and Australia, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. “The Snapdragon 820 processor is capable of generating photorealistic graphics and next-generation virtual reality applications, all while delivering powerful performance and extending battery life.”

 

BEST IN CLASS CAMERAS, INCLUDING 4K VIDEO CAPTURE

Never miss an important moment with the 21MP main camera, featuring a Sony IMX230 sensor on the IDOL 4S with Windows 10. This feature-rich camera also includes fast-focus and a dedicated camera button, to ensure you always capture the best shots quickly. Plus, it captures 4K video at 30fps, so now you can even record great hi-res videos on the go. The front of the IDOL 4S with Windows 10 features an 8MP camera with front-facing flash and 84-degree wide angle lens allowing for better selfies and video calls – even in low light conditions.

 

IDOL 4S WITH WINDOWS 10 KEY FEATURES INCLUDE:

 

  • Brilliant 5.5-inch Full-HD (1920x1080) AMOLED display that delivers a great viewing experience, even in direct sunlight
  • Powerful Snapdragon 820 processor (2x2.15GHz + 2x1.6GHz) with Qualcomm® Adreno™ 530 GPU for smooth multitasking and video processing
  • 21MP main camera with Sony IMX230 sensor + 8MP front camera with 84-degree wide angle lens for pro-style photos
  • Fingerprint sensor with Windows Hello for added user convenience and device security
  • 3000mAh Battery for up to 20 hours of talk time and USB-C charging featuring Qualcomm® Quick Charge™ 3.0 technology
  • 4GB RAM + 64GB ROM (with MicroSD support up to 128GB)
  • Dual 1.2W multi-directional speaker featuring Hi-Fi audio for a more immersive sound experience
  • Windows 10 Mobile OS including access to Microsoft Office apps, Continuum and regular software updates direct from Microsoft

 

For more information and full product specifications on the IDOL 4S with Windows 10, please visit Alcatel’s website.    

 

About Alcatel Mobile Devices

TCL Communication designs, develops and markets a diversified range of mobile devices in more than 160 countries under the Alcatel brand. Currently the No. 4 mobile handset manufacturer in North America, Alcatel branded devices from TCL Communication deliver innovative, feature-rich experiences that make access to today’s mobile technology simple; offering a diverse portfolio of value-packed products equipped with the technology people want most.

 

TCL Communication is a wholly owned company of TCL Corporation, one of the largest consumer electronics companies in the world. Alcatel is a trademark of Alcatel-Lucent used under license by TCL Communication. For more information on Alcatel mobile devices, please visit Alcatel’s website.

 

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Alcatel Idol 4s with Windows 10 launching on T-Mobile November 10 at $470

It’s about time that the HP Elite x3 stopped hogging the spotlight. If you’re not looking for all of the intense features and a high price tag for a Windows 10 Mobile phone in 2016, you may be able to get it with the Alcatel Idol 4s with Windows 10 soon. How soon? ...

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