Nokia, Microsoft launch new Ramadan apps

Following popular demand, Nokia and Microsoft have joined forces to launch a variety of new Islamic and Ramadan applications which can be downloaded directly from the Windows Phone Store.

This year's top new Nokia Windows Phone 8 Ramadan applications are feature packed, and include Ramadan Kareem, Quran Mojawed, Muslim Prayers, Essential Duas, and also Zomato which features a special Iftar and Suhoor section on their website.

"Developers in the region are very enthusiastic with the opportunities Ramadan apps offer on the Nokia Lumia smartphones with Windows Phone 8 as they constitute a unique ‘economy’ within the Middle East app ecosystem," remarked Ahmed Arab, App marketing manager for Nokia (Mena).

"There has been a significant increase in this category and we are pleased to announce the availability of some of the most innovative applications relevant for this Ramadan season," he stated.

Commenting on the availability of new Ramadan apps, Michael Mansour, the developer platform and technology lead at Microsoft Gulf said, "This Ramadan, Nokia Lumia users will now have easy access to many of the cherished experiences that Muslims like to be close to, and keep them connected to Ramadan."

Read More