Accessory Advisor

Microsoft recently unveiled its Project Pink cell phones, which they are calling the Kin 1 and Kin 2.  The phones are aimed at younger users, and Microsoft is marketing them towards social networking gurus in particular. Kin 1 and 2 phones have a friendly interface that allows for easy interactions with Facebook, Twitter, and Myspace. Indeed, these phones are ideal for those addicted to sending and receiving text messages.

The Kin 1 and 2 utilize Bing search (of course) and GPS-aware advertising. It still isn’t clear if the phones are compatible with any external apps since the phones run on a special operating system that differs somewhat from the Windows Phone 7 OS.  The phones come with 8 GB of built-in memory, which should be plenty for most users. However, it’s important to note that neither phone comes with expandable memory support.

Kin 1 and 2 are not without flaws, however.  According to Ginny Mies of PC World, “There’s no photo or video editing software built in to the OS, and no universal inbox and no calendar support. Another strange omission: No support for photo or video uploads to Twitter. The browser doesn’t support Flash Lite or Silverlight, either.” Buyers should be aware of these exclusions.   Nevertheless, the Kin 1 and 2 should prove to be a great option for the under 25 crowd.

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