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That may have all just changed as a new YouTube ad has gone live on the Windows Phone channel and if this doesn’t raise consumer curiosity, we’re not sure what will.
The theme is a wedding with two sides: one audience is Apple’s iPhone and the other Samsung’s Galaxy series fans. The opposing camps begin teasing each other, poking fun at Samsung’s “giant phone” and the iPhone trend of being for our most senior adults. They soon start an all-out fight, throwing common barbs at each other in the process such as “is there an app for that!” and the NFC “boing” thing.
In the midst of the fighting are two wedding workers standing casually in all the chaos, taking photos and video of the ensuing melee with their highly visible red and yellow Lumia 920s.
Oh no she didn't!
The slogan? Don’t fight. Switch.
Dare we say we think Microsoft may have finally carved out a solid middle ground between the two sides. The ad is entertaining, sidesplitting and has a clear message. They even toss in the Engadget Reader’s Choice award at the end for extra validation. Even the color balance is perfect with the boring greys and blacks for the opposing phones while the Lumia shines in bright red and yellow.
Kudos, Microsoft. Now let us pray they actually put this on TV.
Update: It will begin airing on TV tonight!
Source: Windows Phone Blog; YouTube
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Choorp says: So... while Samsung and Apple battle for supremacy, Nokia is left out spectating from the sidelines? That's what this ad says to me.
Ignoring that, what does this ad do to convince people to switch to Lumia?
pizzalovinhulk says: It tells u that the battle between the two companies is childish
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:55 am - 1 day ago Reply
Flagz says: Yeah, I like that point of it,but to be honest it should of showed off some of the features the other OS's use. It was a perfect time to show NFC Capabilities, built in bing search, and other apps just like the oter companies were using. They kinda just sat there like "ehh whatever." wouldn't have mattered if the lumias were replaced by a jitterbug. Nothing would have changed the ad.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:58 pm - 1 day ago Reply S Rodrigo says: Most people don't care about capabilities. The vast majority of buyers are replacing feature phones and just like that they can search the web, write emails, and take photos/video. Outside of that it is just apps and popularity.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply neversummer07 says: Everyone who ask me about WP asked either one of two questions, and I believe they are sencere.
1. Does WP has app like the iPhone?
2. How many apps does it has?
Microsoft needs to educate the general public about WP basic.
Miti 1982 says:
Well, from experience I can say that most of the times the answer to question (1) is "Yes, there is." or "It's integrated in the OS so you don't need one."
Question (2) is just plain stupid regardless of the word you put in the place of "app" and it is based solely on the greediness of people. An OS might have a million apps and still lack the one app you need.
In my case, the only app I haven't been able to find on both Android and WP is an alternative to iMovie.
There are several levels of usage (basic user, power user, geek, etc.) and 90% are basic users who use only 4-5 features and don't install anything out of fear they might break something.
They don't care about OS features but how does the device look when you put it on the table, its color, size and weight. Like most of the times you ask someone what car they have, they will answer "Blue."
The readers of this (and any other) forum represent a negligible percent of the market and no company will base its marketing strategy based on what they see here.
ScottAB says: App selection is important to many people. I do not have a scientific survey to back it up, but of all my coworkers who have a smart-phone (all but one in an office of more than 100) I have yet to hear of one person say “I sure overpaid for this phone since I never use apps.” In my family I have yet to hear someone say, “I bought a GIII so I could surf the web, but check my g-mail and update Facebook at home on my desktop.” Web surfing (show rooming - before it had that name) is THE reason my wife upgraded from a feature phone to an HD7 in Nov '10. We dutifully maximized usage from our HD7s for over two years. Exchange, Office, the People Hub, some cool games - all great implementations for our first smartphones. But the app gap remained. In January she went to an iPhone 5 and I went to a L920. I loved my L920 (yes it is huge - compared to the svelte iPhone 5). When I saw that MLB and my bank were not making apps for WP8, after having WP7 versions, I took it back and got an iPhone. The app gap is real, while not a wide as it was – but the perception is still there. The app gap perception, and perception is reality, does sway which phone people purchase – whether you think so or not.
-SAB
(WinPhone refugee with an iPhone due to the app gap)
Miti 1982 says: Thanks for the good reply.
I agree that in one of the 10 major countries apps do make a difference. As you say, your bank, MLB, NBA, etc. all make apps. In Eastern Europe though we are far from such appization and therefore we tend not to see this big gap.
I currently have an HTC Trophy (WP 7.8) and a company iPhone 4S. I use the Trophy for almost everything I need. The only apps I am using on the iPhone are Waze (and I hope they will be getting it to WP soon as some news said) and iMovie, for which I haven't found a replacement. I will also be getting an L920 unless I see something interesting at Nokia's event in May.
Regarding the size, I have big hands and the L920 fits perfectly, the weight is also good. The first time I picked up an iPhone 5 I was going to throw it. This phone was meant for either women or skinny men. If the company ever changes to iPhone 5's I will ask to keep the 4S.
And the way I see it is that the more people use WP, more reason the companies will have to make apps. And the fact that WP's market share is growing is a good sign, speacially because it is getting the feature phone market, which I believe is still larger than the smartphone market. So there is great opportunity.
Cheers,
Mitko
NUGAmaan says: AGREE
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:28 pm - 1 day ago Reply
SleepyTheDon says: I agree too because I know way too many people with smart phones who dont know half the capabilites of the device, for me its annoying because youre sheep.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:47 pm - 1 day ago Reply
In Limbo says: (Longest first thread EVER)
*signing out*
Daniel Rubino says: Is that not the reality? I mean, what should it say..."we're number 1, you just don't know it yet 'cause you're stupid"?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:55 am - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: Yea, it is the reality right now. I'm just wondering why the went with this ad instead of something that shows off unique WP8 features. It's an entertaining ad though.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:59 am - 1 day ago Reply Daniel Rubino says: Because this is way more entertaining? I mean, just because they do this ad it doesn't preclude them from doing one that "focuses on features".
But here's the thing...most consumers don't actually care about features. They care about apps, price, the look and if it's cool. Feature lists are for tech blogs aka the minority.
In 2013 the truth of the matter is iOS, Android and Windows Phone are all excellent OSs with nearly the same features. They need a different angle to sell, get attention.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:02 pm - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: Having an entertaining ad is always good... It keeps the viewer's attention.
I think most consumers do care about features though. It's what makes or breaks a device. Apps are important too, but I'd think that the average consumer sees apps and features as pretty much the same thing.
"In 2013 the truth of the matter is iOS, Android and Windows Phone are all excellent OSs with nearly the same features. They need a different angle to sell, get attention."
Yes, I definitely agree with this. All this ad does is remind people that WP exists. I hope future commercials focus on the "Why should I switch?" aspect.
ymcpa says: Consumers might think that certain features sound good, but if you go up to the average user a month after they got the phone and asked if they used a feature or even know how to use the features, I think you would find many people never used many of the features and don't even know they exist. From my small sample, I know many people who don't know half the features on the iphone and that is the easiest to use os of the 3. Many people just don't take the time to browse though the settings to see what is available.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply Whodaboss says: I agree wholeheartedly. Even those who use Apple products don't even know the type of features are on their phones. It's pretty amazing. The reason those said people have an iPhone is because they have been told it's the best product and everyone else has one seemingly.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:46 pm - 1 day ago Reply charlie_horse says: I agree with this 100%. I read android central, imore, wpc, and crackberry. I'm an iOS kind of guy. It's what I like. One of my coworkers was blabbing about his iPhone on how he wishes it had an EQ for his music. So I gladly showed him how to access the EQ through the settings.
Simple things like that people in the norm just don't take the time to look through settings. They just want something that works out of the box.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:51 pm - 1 day ago Reply
xconomicron says: Yup. People want entertainment, not a history lesson.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply Fung Kam says: Agree.. the hardware/software is getting very similar so that's the "Cool" factor that sell.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:22 pm - 1 day ago Reply Murani Lewis says: Exactly. We ramble on about features this and features that but people want to know what they are using is the cool thing to use. I actually thought the "this is for the music lover, the ...." commercials should have been pushed more as it speaks to who you are and the fact that Windows Phone has apps that you'll love.
I'm glad this will be airing as I love it as a broadcast advert.
I also like that Microsoft is acknowledging their current place in the market relative to Android and the iPhone but still make sure people know you are there and present themselves as a viable option. Bonus point is the exclusion of BlackBerry (their chief rival for 3rd place).
Vb2012 says: Wazap Daniel :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:49 pm - 1 day ago Reply SleepyTheDon says: Very true! Only the minority care about the details
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:48 pm - 1 day ago Reply hwangeruk says: +1 spot on Daniel. I have to tell this to specTards all the time. Soccer mom does not care about PPI or Front Facing Camera. She cares what colour it is, what the size is etc. My GF broke her 820, and loves this Android 2.3 Alcatel (50 bucks) phone she got as a temporary replacement. Why? Cos its small, and makes nice sounds
We forget sometimes that us nerds (including myself) are not Mr and Mrs Average consumer.
This ad makes people think about their deep seated bias and stupid/childish brand loyalty to the point of argumet. After all, they are just phones. Great post WPCentral.
vdubskey says: +1 Enough ads trying to get a laugh at the competition. We need more commercials of the phones up close showing off all the features. And not just rapid blurry shots of them with a dub step track in the background. If people have never used the OS before, they can't make out what the hell is being done with the phone. That is one thing that apple does right. Hopefully they get it soon.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:09 pm - 1 day ago Reply
dalydose says: Some people won't be happy until there's an hour long infomercial. You can't do everything in 30 seconds and these feature ads you guys describe would be BORING.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm - 1 day ago Reply richardspitz says: You want features? Here you go. Adverts of this sort REALLY don't work! 30 seconds is too little
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gaQANQN9D2s
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:02 pm - 1 day ago Reply
welsbloke says: I would suggest they have already done that and I fully expect them to continue. The most obvious example being the smoked adverts that eventually went mainstream.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 8:42 am - 21 hours ago Reply John20212 says: lol, well put; regardless its a great ad, one of the better ones I've seen from MS, thank god its not another annoying surface dancing ad, just can't stand those.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply typhon62_1 says: Agree 100%, the Surface adds are horrible and make me want to change channels.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply
jabtano says: It showed off two features one from Android and one on the IPhone but it didn't show off any of the WP8 features...
None the less its a funny add.
Curtieson says: You mean Voice Search and NFC? Both features on Windows Phone?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:28 pm - 1 day ago Reply Miti 1982 says: Just one question... isn't this a Nokia add and not a Microsoft one?
I thought the "#timetoswitch capaign was Nokia's, not Microsoft's.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 5:00 am - 1 day ago Reply
inteller says: far from it, while DUMBASSES are fighting it out, you can look like a NORMAL person with your 920...not a fanboy.
I actually dread the day Windows Phones are too common enough to not be alternative. Being different has its priviledges.
Choorp says: Is this ad not for normal people anyway? The whole "fanboy" thing doesn't exist outside of our little circle of tech enthusiasts.
Also, to be fair, all sides have their fanboys and normal people.
Daniel Rubino says: Did Samsung not make headlines by making fun of Apple fans waiting in line? That was their whole angle...attack the iPhone and their fan's irrational devotion.
It worked, too. So I disagree with the "fanboy thing doesn't exist outside of our little circle" line. It definitely resonates.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply edboogie78 says: I couldn't agree more. This ad doesn't show off the features of WP8, but it does show consumers that there is an alternative. I think Microsoft did a great job showing that there's more than 2 premium OS's in the mobile market and their OS is just as good or even better than than the other 2.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:29 pm - 1 day ago Reply sj55555 says: Don't be so uppity. You don't have to be self-declared "tech enthusiast" to be interested in tech or to be a fanboy.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Cjax2011 says: I didn't see the compelling argument for Windows Phone either and I'm a huge fan.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:57 am - 1 day ago Reply Daniel Rubino says: That's because there is no perfect ad. I have never seen a commercial that everyone agrees sells the phone perfectly. You can't point out your competition's flaws and your strengths and be entertaining in a 30 or 60 spot.
Regardless, I guarantee the overwhelming majority will approve of this ad, which is really all that counts.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:59 am - 1 day ago Reply
pookiewood says: Dan I wouldn't bother trying to explain it. They just don't get that it was a fun ad.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:09 pm - 1 day ago Reply Sean D. says: Daniel, I guess what people would rather see is the same tired monotone, hipster voice touting ios "features" (that have been on many mobile devies for years now) over an annoying little piano tune playing in the background.
Microsoft has actually covered the angles that some of these people are crying about. But they seem to have short term memory when MS gives them what they say they want.
Here's a few of 'em.
http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=windows+phone+commercials&qs=n&form=VBREQY&pq=windows+phone+commercials&sc=2-25&sp=-1&sk=#x0y347
Marko R says: Agree, The ad is great and accompished what it set out to do, I have noticed approval of this ad even from bloggers that have been very critical of anything MS,,
Just read this from Joe Wilcox over at betanews
"Lumia 920 Windows Phone commercial is the best tech ad in YEARS"
http://bit.ly/18fH01J
Onerunjunior says: Or you can be like Apple, ignore your competitors completely in your ads, talk about what their hardware does for you the customer, and then make more money than every other smartphone maker on earth combined. That's a pretty winning strategy.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:48 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Mamacita42 says: The way I see it is this way. Apple ignored the competition with the Iphone but not with the Mac. Why? Because they were the underdogs. If you are the leader of the pack there's no need to attack the pack you just have to watch your back but if you want to be the leader you have to take him down right?
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 8:22 am - 21 hours ago Reply trivor says: From the way I see it an ad about a large share (Samsung vs Apple) ad is one thing - an ad where you're trying to be the third offering only highlights the fact that you have very poor market share. HTC is now having that problem with both WP8 and Android - it has come up with two superbly designed phones - the 8X and the One - and can't make up any ground in WP8 against Nokia and in Android against Samsung. People who buy iPhones ( I don't see what people see in them BUT I have a lot of friends that have them and love them) buy them because their friends have them and want to have the same apps - whether it's iMessage, Words with Friends, Instagram or something other new app I see them using the same apps as their friends to instant message, play online games, or share something. Apple also has VERY high customer loyalty (I've seen some studies with upwards of 91%) and even Android has upwards of 76% loyalty it's hard to see where WP8 gets market share. As for the apps thing the longer people are with a particular platform the bigger the investment in time learning the OS (think back to DOS vs the Mac Graphical interface) and money in apps (who wants to repurchase apps you've already paid for) the harder it is to find switchers. Finally, this add spends more time on Apple/Samsung where people that already have these will say to themselves "Oh, it's not like this on my phone" becasue people will rarely admit they bought the wrong expensive product (especially if it has a 2 year contract with a $350 ETF). JMHO.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 6:53 pm - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: The only thing this ad says is "Hey, we (Nokia) have phones too!". I guess it's a nice reminder for the people who may not realize that WP8 exists. Looking forward to more commercials that show off the uniqueness of WP.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply xconomicron says: But isn't that the purpose of advertisements? Nokia is TRYING to gain relevance in the market. This ad shows exactly that! What unique features would they show off besides the live tiles? WP does pretty much the same like every OS in a minimalistic way.
They could show off the OIS and low light and rich recording feats in the 920, but then again...the HTC One is "nearly" on par with it already and contains these feats already.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:27 pm - 1 day ago Reply
jfmanzo says: Ads don't produce "compelling arguments" unless they're PSAs. Learn how advertising works. It's about building brand identity and brand relationships. That's what this ad is doing.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:08 pm - 1 day ago Reply Daniel Rubino says: +1 well said
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:16 pm - 1 day ago Reply plmn says: Really? Because Apple seems to have had quite a bit of success showing simple demonstrations of how their products work. Even when they are demonstrating features that competitors have had for years or with limited pratical value. It's been the cornerstone of their marketing efforts. You can't build identity when people have no clue what you're offering. Like the Surface dances, these ads are fine as supplementary ads and may generate some casual interest, but they fail miserably as a primary campaign because they don't give people any practical reason to buy the product.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:08 pm - 1 day ago Reply Onerunjunior says: Yeah...no. Apple doesn't do stupid childish crap like showing people fighting in a room. They show you how the phone works, and how it affects the person using it. That's why they make more profit than any other company on Earth that sells smartphones. They speak to the customer directly, and show them what it does for them without getting into boring details. This? This is just stupidity trying to pose as superiority. It does nothing for the brand, and is completely forgettable because customers don't care what the other side does, they care what they product being shown does.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:51 pm - 1 day ago Reply bilzkh says: But you're assuming that those ads were what gave Apple a presence in consumer mindshare. What about those Mac vs. PC advertisements, that was Apple's true cornerstone in building its brand image - which had carried through to the iPhone and iPad. People understood that Apple products were GOOD, and the informative ads just fed into that initial Mac > PC premise.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:31 pm - 1 day ago Reply Onerunjunior says: That's true, but they showed the disadvantages of the PC compared to the Mac while being humorous. This doesn't. It just shows people fighting, yet doesn't show how WP8 is better, or even different. Just that it exists amongst all the fighting between two companies that make phones, and only one that makes an OS. Maybe they'll follow up with more informative ads while being funny, but starting off highlighting the two strongest competitors while doing nothing to promote your brand as their first shot doesn't do anything for them. People are going to focus on the Apple/Samsung fight and what it means rather than seeing Microsoft showing them something that neither companies offer. Time will tell, but highlighting Smasung and Apple while showing nothing about your brand is just free advertising for those two and not Nokia/Microsoft.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:37 pm - 1 day ago Reply cursivek1d says: +1
This ad was designed to make people laugh and remember the colorful lumia's the two on lookers were using. The more the commercial shows off features and stays monotone the less the average consumer will remember what it was about. Consumers will walk into att or verizon and say "oh! That's the phone that was in that one commercial about the old guy asking his phone about karate."
cornerofthemoon says: That wasn't really the focus of this ad. It was designed to get a laugh with the subtext that Windows Phone users are the only adults in the room. I'm not sure how many WP converts it will produce but hopefully the commercial will go viral and get noticed.
dalydose says: I see a compelling argument to check it out. The device and start screen are show to be attractive and cool and they are being used by two people who are attractive and cool.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:49 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Zolacola88 says: To me that's not supremacy... That's investing in companys that limit you to what they want to give you...i haven't really experienced that so far with my windows phone...ive gotten everything on my new phone that I had on my iPhone but its easier on my windows phone
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:59 am - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: "That's investing in companys that limit you to what they want to give you..."
This is exactly what every company does... Some (like WP) being more strict than others. Not that that's really a bad thing. That's why multiple OS options exist.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:10 pm - 1 day ago Reply pookiewood says: Why does the very first comment have to be one that doesn't get the point of the ad? It's just an ad that pokes fun at the others. Very well done IMO.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:08 pm - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: I get the point of the ad. It's simply to remind the average consumer that WP exists.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply JonnieLasVegas says: Just ignore it. Some people want to be argumentative & ignorant.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:25 pm - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: How about genuinely curious? Just because I had questions about the ad, it doesn't make me "argumentative & ignorant".
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:29 pm - 1 day ago Reply Heavy Rain says: I understood it and laughed my ass off.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:33 pm - 1 day ago Reply DavidinCT says: Same here....lol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply tcman88 says: Advertising is about gathering peoples attention and this one definitely does that. Should have been a super ball add
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:45 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Spicymikey says: It doesn't convince people to switch to Lumia @Choorp. Few ads about anything do. It raises awareness in the best way, it makes you laugh. A certain percentage of people will seize on that and go look at the product. THEN the product must sell itself. I agree its all a waste if the actual product isn't worthy of consideration. But we know this product is worthy and getting people to take a look will be successful to some degree.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply mwright53 says: Is the sky ever blue in your world?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:42 pm - 1 day ago Reply sj55555 says: The ad says to me: "Don't be a douchebag fanboy, and consider other options like Windows Phone."
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:13 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Danielrego says: You know what they should have done. They should have posted video footage and pictures of this exact commercial taken from those 2 Lumia 920s.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply mikewp says: It says that to you because that's what you want it to say. Most folks see it for what it is. Aren't you tired of all the hype surrounding a platform and all the silly competition? Come on over here to an phone and OS and ecosystem that does all that in a colorful and dynamic but low key way. The "punch line" was at the end, just like a "punch line" should be. Commercial was pretty good and I think it'll plant a seed.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:41 pm - 1 day ago Reply GreenScrew says: It's a rare add that can convince anyone of anything. What it does is create awareness and intrigue, which hopefully leads to demand....
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 5:25 pm - 1 day ago Reply ikissfutebol says: Look at Geico commercials. People remember their name because of their entertaining, WTF inducing commercials. I'm talking about the random ones that just flash up the name at the end. ATT has some great commercials with the little kids. A commercial showing off features will get lost, especially if it isn't entertaining. The reason Samsung had success with mocking the iPhone is just that- it was mocking something in an entertaining way.
+1 for this ad. I hope they make a bunch more like this.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 10:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply nikon133 says: It is stereotyping iPhone and Galaxy users as ridiculous, uncool fanboys locked in their little feud, while WP8 users, while in minority, are cool and couldn't care less who has bigger... of those two because they know they're the best of the crop.
This is basically about creating and projecting image to potential buyers and switchers and definitely is something both MS and Nokia need - they are not considered cool nowadays by big chunk of buyers. They need to address this negative image, and I'd say ads like this one can help there.
Of course they should do more serious, feature based ads as well, but I hope they will keep variety - as long as they keep making good ads for both approaches.
christosays says: I've had several people ask me about my Windows Phone, not a single person asked me about the apps. Universally, everyone asked me if I liked it. That was the cue to show off the Live Tiles and several other features along with the Office and Skydrive integration which then turned into a demo of Office 365 and document syncing between my phone, the web and my laptop.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 8:24 am - 21 hours ago Reply
petersun21 says: Dec., 2011, bought two HTC titans. Wife switched iphone 5 and I switched to lumia 920, then to GS3, then to iphone 5. The biggest problem for windows phone is app quality.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 2:37 pm - 15 hours ago Reply welsbloke says: I suspect the focus of the Ad was to make people aware how it can compete with the Samsung and Apple phones and oh by the way its highly recomened by Tech websites like this one just in case you missed our point.
It really comes down to putting the phone in peoples heads so when they get to the store they ask about it. Some people need features others humour.
petersun21 says: Nothing. How is that effective?
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 2:31 pm - 15 hours ago Reply Montpbm says: Hahahahah lmao!!!!! That was funny!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:53 am - 1 day ago Reply Aaron M says: Yeah it was. Very uncommong for MS. The best part is the guy in the beginning taking a picture with what almost looks like a freaking tablet.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:59 pm - 1 day ago Reply Montpbm says: Hahahah right lol.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Long Syntax says: Agreed, when I see someone taking a picture with an iPad (tablet, whatever) I wanna punch them in the neck ;-)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:01 pm - 1 day ago Reply Montpbm says: Hahahah yes I hear you, me too!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:59 pm - 1 day ago Reply dwiatachandra says: Great ad!! Love it, lol!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:54 am - 1 day ago Reply
erzhik says: About time they make a normal ad. This was pretty cool.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:54 am - 1 day ago Reply JonnieLasVegas says: Agreed! I love this ad. Probably my favorite Windows Phone ad since the "Really?" commercials, when WP7 first was released.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:26 pm - 1 day ago Reply Witness says: ^This. This one is along the lines of "Really?" It's funny, and that helps to at least educate the consumers that there is a such a thing as Windows Phone.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 1:01 pm - 16 hours ago Reply ebradley says: It don't make a bit of sense to make commercials and not expose them to the masses. Lets hope they put any WP ad on TV.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:55 am - 1 day ago Reply
theefman says: According to the WP blog it should start airing tonight http://blogs.windows.com/windows_phone/b/windowsphone/archive/2013/04/29...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply
elmopio says: Its already airing. I seen it on CNN, ABC and NBC this morning.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:23 pm - 1 day ago Reply
radde says: I laughed so hard as I saw that as I was at work. Everybody was looking at me. :D
I really like that commercial, although it does not really shows off the capabilities of the OS, it is just hilarious.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:56 am - 1 day ago Reply myoujin says: lol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:56 am - 1 day ago Reply
WavingReds says: LOVEEEEEEE IT!!!!! <3
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:57 am - 1 day ago Reply
ilabene says: But... I own a Lumia 920 and I fight with my iPhone & Samsung-owning counterparts about our phones. :/
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:58 am - 1 day ago Reply ilabene says: Also, I like that they're using the Lumia 920 to promote WP now and not the HTC products anymore. lololololololol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:59 am - 1 day ago Reply Sean D. says: So have you missed every other ad MS has put out showing the 8X?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply ilabene says: I said "anymore." Or are they still promoting the 8X?!?!?!?! :/
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Will McClenaghan says: ilabene
At least the Lumia 920 makes a better weapon than any iphone or Galaxy S3, tough, heavy and not likely to shatter or scratch in combat. Perhaps they should do a follow up that makes this point as the Lumia owning staff have to fight there way out to safety.
Great ad, especially when you read the crap that goes on in some forums, it's funny because there is an element of truth to it.
tgr42 says: "Don't fight. Switch." Out of context, that goes really great with their "resistance is futile" past!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 11:58 am - 1 day ago Reply
WinFan1 says: the day i enjoy a windows phone ad is when they show off the OS in conjuction to the phone.... saying lumia voted best but why? i did think the ad was funny just there is nothing informing me about the actual phone know what i mean?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:02 pm - 1 day ago Reply UWbadgers16 says: The thing is, the people this ad targets is the sheep. I'm talking about those that get an iphone because it's an iphone and those that get a Samsung Galaxy because they hate iphone. The only way to pander to these people is with a funny, compelling ad, not specs.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:00 pm - 1 day ago Reply mikefeero says: +1 all of the people that truly care about specs know that WP has the great devices cause they're reading about them all. That's why I switched. Time to pull all the other people that just care about the image. And the L920's got it.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:22 pm - 1 day ago Reply WinFan1 says: in no way shape or form did i mention anything about specs. i said OS in conjuction with the beautiful phone. lol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:29 pm - 1 day ago Reply
giorgio h says: +920
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:41 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Ridlah says: I see what you did there
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 5:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply elvisff says: The idea is to generate interest, so that customers walking into their cell phone store and inquire about the phone. The real challenge is getting the sales people to demo and recommend the phones.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:43 pm - 1 day ago Reply penetronn says: Holy snap that's funny
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:03 pm - 1 day ago Reply druger81 says: It was funny but they need to show more of the OS.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:03 pm - 1 day ago Reply KasakDesign says: Its just a phone at the end of the day but I tell my co-workers all the time that their samsungs and iPhones are inferior to my WP. They might not actually be but who cares I love making them feel like crap. Lol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:04 pm - 1 day ago Reply tboggs13 says: My coworker just informed me that he saw it on TV yesterday during a baseball game. This ad is on TV already.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:04 pm - 1 day ago Reply thepestilence says: Lol....awesome app...am sending this to all my friends with iPhones and galaxies....
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:04 pm - 1 day ago Reply jabz9 says: Great ad!!!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply onedrummer2401 says: That was pretty funny. I laughed at the guy going "wheee" when he did the S-Beam
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:06 pm - 1 day ago Reply ladydias says: That was absolutely hilarious.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Corepc says: AutoCorrect This!!! great video
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:09 pm - 1 day ago Reply JonnieLasVegas says: Karate! Lol!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:27 pm - 1 day ago Reply giorgio h says: +1
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:42 pm - 1 day ago Reply
unstoppablekem says: iSheep!
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 12:01 am - 1 day ago Reply ammarmalik2011 says: Apple and Samsung rivalry is GREAT. It makes for great products that people love and buy. Having just one OEM (Nokia) on the Windows Phone side is terrible in the long run. Of course I can't possibly expect a monolithic company like Microsoft to ever understand this.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:10 pm - 1 day ago Reply hipporama says: As opposed to Android being dominated by Samsung?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:16 pm - 1 day ago Reply theefman says: Direct your concerns towards HTC and Samsung, they are the ones not putting any effort behind WP. Why is this so hard to understand that its not up to Nokia or Microsoft to determine how much support HTC and Samsung give but on those companies themselves?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:17 pm - 1 day ago Reply Daniel Rubino says: I give: What's the difference between Samsung dominating Android as much as they do (and they do and even claim it's their OS now), and Nokia's strengths on Windows Phone?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:18 pm - 1 day ago Reply ammarmalik2011 says: Samsung's dominance is letting HTC make awesome phones like HTC One. The consumer wins. Samsung's lack of interest for WP is letting Nokia make whatever they want because it's the only real choice people have here.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply
glassadam says: So your analogy should work perfectly for the Windows phone ecosystem, too. Just as Samsung's dominance has lead HTC to produce the One, Nokia's dominance should lead HTC or Samsung to step up their game and produce a comparable or better windows phone. Except they haven't. I can't see how that is in any way Nokia's fault.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:27 pm - 1 day ago Reply ammarmalik2011 says: We HOPE that that happens, trust me, we do. Right now it's looking more and more as if Samsung's abondoning Windows Phone.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply Sean D. says: And, who cares? If/when samsung does "abandon windows phone" they will also be abanding android o an extent too because they want to push tizen.
Or did you not know about this??
glassadam says: Yeah, sure, that'd be good I guess. But I don't know how this is Nokia's or Microsoft's fault. And it's not the consumers' fault, either. The only company to make compelling WP devices so far is Nokia. And Nokia is building beautiful devices to compete with Samsung's android devices and Apple's iPhone, and doing a pretty good job with what they have to work with (a still-limited os and slow updates from MS). So really I'm not sure what you're all bent out of shape about.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:22 pm - 1 day ago Reply Choorp says: Honestly, there is no difference.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply ladydias says: I've got to ask because I sincerely want to know. Why do you keep coming back here. Unless I'm mistaken, haven't you moved over to iPhone?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply ammarmalik2011 says: Because I still like Windows Phone. Just because I own an iPhone doesn't automatically mean I hate all other OS. I can only carry 1 phone and right now iPhone fits that bill.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply WinFan1 says: So what your saying is and and correct me if im off point but what your saying is that because Samsung dominate android it creates the competition needed for HTC to make good phones? As opposed to what? HTC just making good phones? I don't understand.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:31 pm - 1 day ago Reply ladydias says: Okay, I'll go with that. It's just you sometimes come off pretty negatively and I was wondering why you were commenting if you didn't like WP.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:48 pm - 1 day ago Reply dalydose says: Wait...you use an iPhone that has only one manufacturer, but you claim that Nokia will ruin Windows Phone because one of the competing OEMs has significant market share? By your logic, that iPhone must SUCK.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 5:00 pm - 1 day ago Reply ammarmalik2011 says: Totally different situation. Apple makes iOS and iPhone. Nokia doesn't make Windows Phone, only hardware.
Posted on May 1, 2013 at 4:30 am - 1 hour ago Reply glassadam says: There's still competition, except we've got Nokia leading the fight not against other WP OEMs (who have really not put forth the effort anyway), but against Samsung and apple themselves.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:22 pm - 1 day ago Reply giorgio h says: +1
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm - 1 day ago Reply giorgio h says: Fuck yeah finally!!!!!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:11 pm - 1 day ago Reply cruisezero says: Some people here need to take a chill pill and just enjoy the ad. If it made you laugh and you noticed the windows phone, the ad served its purpose.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:11 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Kiraly Attila says: This add made my day :))
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:12 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Paladinleeds says: That was HILARIOUS!
Autocorrect this!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply abel920 says: Search karate.. KA RA TEEEHHHHH
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:29 pm - 1 day ago Reply EvoLuTioNHeaVy says: Lol. I agree... Not sure if this commercial is going to make anyone switch unless the Lumia did something the other two phones can't. (Like smart shoot!!! Delete everyone fighting...)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:14 pm - 1 day ago Reply Daniel Rubino says: A single ad never sways a person (unless you're 8 years old). It's about image, branding, getting your message out there, raising awareness so that next time someone is in Best Buy or AT&T they go "oh, that's the yellow phone I saw on TV...let's find out more about it.".
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply Sean D. says: Your point is lost on some of these people... :-/
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply EvoLuTioNHeaVy says: I love the commercial BC it was entertaining and I have no doubt that Nokia will benefit from this commercial. I don't know if it will make a "copy bot" or an "iSheep" switch... BC like the commercial says "they love to fight"
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:38 pm - 1 day ago Reply ambroShuS says: I know first hand that the Galaxy S3 commercial caused iOS users to give Android a chance, now one of those users is open to WP8, and he was as isheepish as they come.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply MTLheaDRicardo says: This Ad is one of the best so far I've seen for wp8!... They need to make more of these types of ads! Entertainment will always win over feature ads! For me it's what the phone can do for me!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:15 pm - 1 day ago Reply Spicymikey says: I agree. These are 30 second ads meant for the masses. No way you can "explain" the features and benefits of the phone in 30 seconds LOL. Just get their attention! And what better way to do that then make them laugh. The commecial was ridiculous, and silly. Just like 80% of the buying public :)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply abel920 says: BRING ON THE GIFSSSSSSSS NOWW!!!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:17 pm - 1 day ago Reply
RyanAMG says: LOL that funny. I'm getting married in June and can kinda see this happening as we have an overwhelming amount of iSheep & Androids in the family that always argue at family events about who's phone is best.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:18 pm - 1 day ago Reply
metalchick719 says: Personally, I don't care for the commercial. I think it's stupid and it made me roll my eyes. However, I did love seeing those gorgeous Lumia 920s at the end. <3
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:18 pm - 1 day ago Reply L0gic Bom8 says: @metalchick719: It was stupid I'll say that. But it was stupid in a very funny way! And +1 to the gorgeous Lumias! I'm sporting a black 920. Wanted the yellow one at my AT&T store but not available. I had two choices: wait for who knows how long they would return in stock, or take the last black one. It was a no-brainer for me...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply JoeDizzle33 says: Awesome ad! Loved the "phone of the year" award mention at the end. That should be enough to interest people to check out the phone.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:18 pm - 1 day ago Reply glassadam says: Ad somewhat lies. It shows the music live tile being alive when it would seem the dude isn't listening to music. That shit still pisses me off. When you do listen to music the tile looks so cool. Make the music tile always alive like it was in wp7!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply Kellzea says: I agree, its a shame it doesn't stay live and show the last played artist, or just random artist. But then again xbox music isn't as good as zune was anyway. These are little niggles though.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:00 pm - 1 day ago Reply Curtieson says: Niggles?
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 4:04 pm - 1 day ago Reply
exyaster says: A friend of mine actually said it was confusing because he couldn't find the "music" tile on WP7. Main reason: Always live. I personally prefer the break.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:47 pm - 1 day ago Reply Sean D. says: This is a sad day. Bad enough that some of you like to question MS to the point where you come off as if you know how to run a multi-billion dollar company better than they do. But now you're even allowing yourself to scrutinize their commercials to death.
Why buy the products from a company who can do no right in your eyes??
I mean really... commercial critics?? Some of you are annoying.
Ninja edit: This commercial is GREAT!
Why? The average PERSON who sees the samsung and apple commercials (not the people who log on somewhere and cry about instagram) will instantly be able to relate to this because it reminds them about the competitions ads. Also, I'm glad to see MS using a light hearted, comedic approach to ads.
elmopio says: I woke up this morning watching CNN with my girl and she picked up on the ad quick. I gave her my old lumia 900 and just didnt like it because she could not play CandyCrush. Garbage! So she is back on a 3g. Tried. They really need to pick up on some these game that people want to play in order for people to stay with the line of phones. I still love my DarthMaul 920.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:19 pm - 1 day ago Reply ambroShuS says: ikr, games/app are really making the top 2 platforms remain relevant, mobile technology has changed so much
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:02 pm - 1 day ago Reply OldSchoolTMoney says: Awesome! This is the first WP ad I had to watch over and over again. Can't wait to see it on TV.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply EvoLuTioNHeaVy says: True. I keep going back just to watch the facial expressions of different characters. The best Windows Phone commercial... (still wish WP had a bigger part)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:58 pm - 1 day ago Reply melvinmajor says: Great ad ! It must be on every channel in the world, it would be a success for Microsoft and their Windows Phone platform !!!! :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply farsidius says: That was entertaining. I'll definitely share that.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply xpxp2002 says: I could swear I saw this air on The Today Show this morning...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply ktl88 says: Awesome. Microsoft FTW!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply highdefjunkies says: F'ing brilliant! Finally a good entertaining add by MS. Love it...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:25 pm - 1 day ago Reply
JustinSalvato says: This is a very good ad BECAUSE it does 3 things:
1) Shows that people can be quite fanboyish
2) It is hilarious
3) Shows the contrast between those cold, bland, silver, white & black phones and the STUNNING *red* and *yellow* Nokia handsets.
devize says: Agreed. The contrast between the boring grey and black phones really make the phone stand out, as do the views of the homescreen. I think I'd be interested to check out a Lumia after watching that add.
Posted on Apr 30, 2013 at 9:28 am - 20 hours ago Reply
jordanfernandes says: wow nice add. thumbs up MS. keep up the good work :)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:25 pm - 1 day ago Reply Microsoftjunkie says: Has anyone played with exploretouch.ie
Seen it on Xbox live and it looked cool.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:27 pm - 1 day ago Reply
david90531 says: Excellent add, but would have effect only if they actually play this on tv..
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:33 pm - 1 day ago Reply JKjeeper says: Pretty cool ad, Nice to see the Lumia 920.
This reminded me of that Nokia ad, for those who hasn't seen this ad check it out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lQg7ty3oIZ0
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:33 pm - 1 day ago Reply EvoLuTioNHeaVy says: That commercial had the same message but this one is just funny...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:02 pm - 1 day ago Reply SlayerSpecial says: Very cool, funny, and intriguing as in makes people want to know more about the alternative, and that, imo, is the main goal of an ad, not trying to bore people with someone reading specs really fast.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:33 pm - 1 day ago Reply JPDVM2014 says: +1
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:38 pm - 1 day ago Reply chad08er says: Phil didn't like it lol.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:34 pm - 1 day ago Reply WinFan1 says: why would he? he seems kinda bland if anything. no offense phil!! :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:45 pm - 1 day ago Reply paulxxwall says: Yeah buddy let them fight
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:35 pm - 1 day ago Reply
albertico says: Brilliant! Pure genius...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:35 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Dave Blake says: I seen this Saturday at the movie theater. Very nice! I also see this same scenario every day in the WPC Forum. Its amazing to me how civil and level headed our community is even to the haters that just want to fight.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:36 pm - 1 day ago Reply
rockstarzzz says: Hallelujah!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:56 pm - 1 day ago Reply Vb2012 says: Really :|
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:55 pm - 1 day ago Reply Es yo says: Ha awesome
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:37 pm - 1 day ago Reply JPDVM2014 says: I honestly think this ad would cause people to look at WP more than the celebrity ads. Even though the celebrity ads showed more features. An entertaining ad can go a lot further than an informative ad. At least to a certain demographic. Imo, anyway.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:38 pm - 1 day ago Reply lippidp says: I love the part where the lady nails the goob with the Apple tattoo. I can watch that over and over.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:39 pm - 1 day ago Reply Paladinleeds says: Apple this!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 5:22 pm - 1 day ago Reply phing77 says: i almost die at "Do not attempt" xD
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:43 pm - 1 day ago Reply
cybermoose89 says: Cracked me up loved the ad!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:43 pm - 1 day ago Reply bill2455 says: It ran this morning during the Today Show.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:44 pm - 1 day ago Reply
lumia011 says: That was soooo funny.....
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:46 pm - 1 day ago Reply
md_minhaj says: Way to go MS!!.. Get ready for some more court fights!!.. Wait where is Blackberry?? :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:49 pm - 1 day ago Reply lubbalots says: Lolzzzz!!! I love it! "search karate!"
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:50 pm - 1 day ago Reply ambroShuS says: Android attacked Apple with its "head phone jack is on the...bottom!!" commercial, used the monotone colors, and "old" comparison. Microsoft attacked them both, using the same monotone color scheme and "old" comparison and by also showing both OS users that "hey, you guys are fighting, but your phones are equally as boring". Kudos to the brains behind this commercial!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:50 pm - 1 day ago Reply ambroShuS says: oh, and doesn't it seem as though the "enormously awesome galaxy" was Microsoft's "head phone jack" jab followed immediately by hinting that Siri is a one trick pony/totally useless? and the iphones "auto correct" feature that absolutely drove me up a frickin wall...ok, ok, maybe i'm reading too much in to this, but I love the ad
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:56 pm - 1 day ago Reply rockstarzzz says: It would have be SO much more entertaining if that guy with Lumia 920 used Cinemagraph and made a funny gif of cake on the face or kick on the ass sort of thing!
Nonetheless - I have been really happy with this reimaging of Microsoft that has kicked off since 2011!
Sean D. says: Ok, good point. I agree with the cinemapraph part. ;-)
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:28 pm - 1 day ago Reply tcman88 says: So Samsung slogan was "next big thing" Microsoft is saying they are all the same their slogan "stop fighting and switch" if you actually want a better and unique phone. Probably already # on twitter #stopfightingandswitch
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:58 pm - 1 day ago Reply
LaNiQuE says: Me and my G+ friends were posting this all morning and most of them are on android they seem to like it but I got in a disagreement with an ex WP supporter which I found ironic lol
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:59 pm - 1 day ago Reply AlanUK78 says: I love it :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 12:59 pm - 1 day ago Reply lumiaro says: Loving it. The ad is so funny and way more clever to promote Windows/Nokia Phone while showing iPhone & Android. Simply awesome.
Many people are still hesitant or are not aware of Nokia/Windows Phone. This ad will let them atleast talk about it and is something that will last in the memory because it is so funny. Tech blogs will be all over it. I think it has potential to be one of the most watched tech commercial for 2013.
Showing to all my iPhone/Android buddies :) I always wished MSFT to come up with such ads and looks like they are getting it now.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:00 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Derek Powell says: I love the tiny super that says "Do not attempt."
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:01 pm - 1 day ago Reply
improve says: Love it ! Finally!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:05 pm - 1 day ago Reply
AskaLangly says: Also, Rudy Huyn's Wiki. This IS the App Star vid.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply Mike Gibson says: Excellent ad all around. Let your two competitors ridicule each other. iPhone comes off worse (it has a tiny screen and is for old folks, i.e. not cool anymore). Android has trivial features (tapping phones). The ad also trivializes the app mentality, implying that iPhone users can't function in real life without them.
This is exactly how MSFT should portray the smartphone battle. Attack your competitors' perceived strengths in an entertaining way.
ambroShuS says: Now if only Nokia and Sprint could meet some type of agreement...one can dream can't he? They should stop fighting and agree!!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply chuey101 says: Bravo. Best WP ad yet.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:08 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Eas195 says: +1 for that! :D
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:12 pm - 1 day ago Reply Vb2012 says: +2 :P
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply Paladinleeds says: +928
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 5:26 pm - 1 day ago Reply
interopbyt says: +822
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 6:26 pm - 1 day ago Reply Eas195 says: +620
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 10:17 pm - 1 day ago Reply Eas195 says: I wonder if this ad would begin airing in Indonesia...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:12 pm - 1 day ago Reply accursedvenom says: "isheep!" and "is there an app for THAT?!" were hilarious, plus the old man yelling "search karate!". Best windows phone ad ever.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:18 pm - 1 day ago Reply interopbyt says: Hilarious!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 6:26 pm - 1 day ago Reply sea_hawk says: wow, entertaining enough... ya why always brag about features. Don't fight and switch. love the theme and by the way all OS have their unique features. What wp8 wants is more attention that it exists, and this ad really show that
hats off...
procen says: That was hilarious!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply
aitt says: Had to skim the comments. So much jibberish about a commercial specifically designed poke fun in a fun manner. I loved the S Beam part.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply giorgio h says: I hope they spam that commercial everywhere
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply 1Rahtid says: Hands down the best Windows Phone ad I've seen so far.
If Microsoft make more like this I may actually begin to believe that they care about the success of Windows Phone. Based on MS past performance, I predict that this will be a one hit wonder, barely seen on national TV, and not followed up with more good marketing.
NIST says: Holy Crap! That commercial was brilliant.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:21 pm - 1 day ago Reply
AMERICANRAJ says: Next time lets use 2 hot cocktail waitresses!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:24 pm - 1 day ago Reply paulxxwall says: Awesome ad
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:28 pm - 1 day ago Reply BK-one says: Great ad. Re tweeted this... Most attention to getting ad I've seen yet..
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:31 pm - 1 day ago Reply Olivion17 says: Best ad yet. Put it on my tv
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:32 pm - 1 day ago Reply
alaskanjackson says: @daniel r. - A voice of reason..thank you for routinely making coherent statements in a rather incoherent world.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:33 pm - 1 day ago Reply WolfRamHart says: ^ this
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:58 pm - 1 day ago Reply
independentvolume says: Finally, Microsoft has some decent marketing. Play ball WP, play ball.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:36 pm - 1 day ago Reply
WinEXMan says: I just don't care anymore, I have 920 people choose what they want cause that's MURICA
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:39 pm - 1 day ago Reply WinFan1 says: America! Fuck yeah, coming again to save the motherfucking day yeah!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:50 pm - 1 day ago Reply
joelsilva says: Love it!
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:41 pm - 1 day ago Reply jfmanzo says: Unless these ads are directed at space aliens or newly released mental patients, every human has many "clues" about what a bloody smartphone is for. That's a dead end. If Nokia pushes this idea that THIS smartphone is an ALTERNATIVE then that's part of the brand's equity.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:42 pm - 1 day ago Reply RellD05 says: I'm glad to see this, I literally just read something yesterday saying that Nokia hasn't made its brand "cool" yet. They have the devices, but where's the edge? Most people first got turned on to the Galaxy devices from those commercials mocking iPhone enthusiasts. I think this opens the door for curiosity
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:42 pm - 1 day ago Reply saulgould13 says: So Ridiculous it made me chuckle me knickers, the two Droid dudes yeeping and bleeping lol... marketing kool-aid 101...
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:44 pm - 1 day ago Reply
marantaz says: The internet ... Where everyone argues about everything they know nothing about. Come on...its a commercial!
And its a great ad...too bad they didn't have this for the Super Bowl.
Vb2012 says: Lol this ad go Microsoft :P
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply jaimeastin says: Good commercial. It will get some attention. They just need to keep campaigning. People will begin yo get the message.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm - 1 day ago Reply
mprice86 says: Really enjoyed that, although American advertising does make me uncomfortable. In the UK companies never mention competitors products.
To those saying that they should show more of the OS, but there is literally no way to do that without putting the average consumer to sleep. Adverts like this works by getting people's attention and making them curious to find out about the product.
Myself, I think they should have rounded it off with someone saying "Siri, find me a lumia 920" to their iPhone.
Derek De Souza says: Got to be my favourite Windows Phone advert
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:00 pm - 1 day ago Reply DavidinCT says: Nice, love it....
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:03 pm - 1 day ago Reply
DeaconFrost1098 says: Great ad! Does a great job of taking a page out of the Samsung handbook and using against Samsung and Apple. They can tout features in the follow up ads, but this grabs your attention.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:04 pm - 1 day ago Reply cory.stapleton25 says: I posted this on Twitter and forwarded it to pretty much everyone in my contact list lol. I'm a free enterprise ambassador for Windows Phone lol.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:07 pm - 1 day ago Reply
oddom says: As a android fan I gotta say this is one of the funnist commercials I ever seen! I love it and can't wait to see people talking about it.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:08 pm - 1 day ago Reply
Sanjay Chandra says: Mac Vs PC Ads - Apple
Galaxy Vs iPhone Ads - Samsung
Targeting both Apple and Samsung - MS lol
cowboy620 says: I love it great ad go msft we need more like that.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:20 pm - 1 day ago Reply
izzykahn says: I saw this the other day at the movies (to see scary movie 5..it was pretty horrible).
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:26 pm - 1 day ago Reply 1101x10 says: Almost as good as ship my pants.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 2:35 pm - 1 day ago Reply gonzo04121 says: Did Microsoft spend more on iPhones for this ad than on their own product? There are several iPhones visible, but only two Lumias.
I can't believe they really put the Apple Logo in there. That's just free advertising for them.
aitt says: You do know that during casting that a requirement of the fill ins could have been to have iPhones and Galaxy phones. It's a great idea cause instead of second guessing the competitor product they put it out in plain sight. The fact that only two Lumias were in the video is completely irrelevant, or could have played an important part that because so many people buy into the big hype only a few know about some great. Ads always have a significant role and how it's played. I'm sure the last thing that was on there mind was "spending" more money other products.
Posted on Apr 29, 2013 at 3:17 pm - 1 day ago Reply digiacomo says: I was at the movies in Seattle last night and watched the ad. It looks like it's already live in theaters here in the US. And the audience reaction was positive from what I observed.
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