WINDOWS PHONE 7 LAUNCHES IN US TODAY

The long anticipation is now over. Microsoft is releasing its newest mobile OS, Windows Phone 7 (WP7), in the US today. Microsoft has chosen AT&T as their launch partner and AT&T hasn't disappointed with 5 new phones. The list includes the HTC Surround, Samsung Focus and HTC HD7 are already available for purchase and the Dell Venue Pro is rumored to drop later today. The LG Quantum is also available for pre-order from AT&T starting today. Expect to pay $199.99 for any of the aforementioned Windows Phones, though better deals are available through the likes of Amazon.com, as is often the case. [BGR]