On November 11, Microsoft officially announced new details for developers to develop and sell Windows phones applications through windows marketplace for mobile. Microsoft promises to help developers create new and outstanding applications, provide guidance and support, and ensureTransparency throughout the process. Developers can obtain the development tools and related information from developer.windowsmobile.com.
Developers will70% of application sales revenueYou can also set the application price to 0 RMB. Of course,Different prices can also be set for different markets. Apple also set it to 70%, While RIM set it to 80%. In addition, Microsoft will charge an annual registration fee of $99 to the application developers,Students can skip this step through Microsoft dreamspark..
Windows marketplace for mobile is expected to be synchronized with Windows Mobile 6.5 in the fourth quarter of this year.
Official announcement: http://www.microsoft.com/presspass/press/2009/mar09/03-11WMMDevelopersPR.mspx