Josh OngThe one-minute ad, posted on the official Windows Phone UK YouTube channel, was created for a Secret Cinema showing of 'Lawrence of Arabia,' and spoofs the iconic mirage scene from the film.
With the Windows Phone 7 launch just months away, Microsoft has begun ramping up publicity for the new mobile OS. Windows Phone UK is partnering with Secret Cinema to bring "a new level of connectivity" to the Secret Cinema experience and raise awareness of Windows Phone 7.
Microsoft is expected to spend over $500 million on marketing at launch.
The Redmond, Wash., company faces tough competition when it comes to marketing, as its rival Apple has consistently been recognized as a leader and innovator in marketing its products. In December 2009, Apple was recognized as "Brand of the Decade" by Adweek.
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Holy crap! I can't even begin to imagine who greenlighted that graphic!
talk about a waste of money...
I have a feeling the word "revolution" is being overused here. And that teaser is about 30 seconds too long. Even though I like my iPhone, I'm really curious to see what a Windows 7 phone is capable of.
Actually, a decent - and subtle - ad from Microsoft!? I am speechless.
Not the popular sentiment around here, but I wish Microsoft well. More competition will push everyone to improve, to the benefit of we the consumer.
I don't see anything revolutionary about their UI .. it looks absolutely terrible