Windows Phone 8 introduces new Start screen

Yes, Windows Phone 8 is coming later this year, and it introduces some important changes to the user interface. The most noticeable is probably the new Start screen, which offers more customization. As a user, you'll be able to choose any tile and tweak its appearance to suit your sensibilities. Sizing can be configured with a resize arrow that rests in each separate area while in customization mode and allows the option of small, medium or double-wide tiles that span the entire width of the display. All current application will be automatically designed for a small and medium version by default and devs will be able to dive in to add support for the larger versions if they feel the need to do so. What's that? You wanted more colors? Yeah, you'll get those too.

Gallery: Windows Phone 8 Start Screen

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