Tuesday, October 4, 2016

WhartonBrooks Part II: CEO Greg Murphy on his upstart Windows Mobile company [Exclusive]

WhartonBrooks is one of the newest smartphone manufacturers on the scene — and perhaps the most unique and controversial one. And they haven't even released a phone yet.

So what is it about this Connecticut-based smartphone manufacturer that has garnered both the praise and the ire of some in the industry? First and foremost its CEO Greg Murphy has invested in what a small but passionate group of enthusiasts hail as the best mobile platform, critics describe as a dead platform, and others barely acknowledge as they enjoy their iPhones and Android phones. Yes, WhartonBrooks is making Windows phones – and only Windows phones. So help them God; is the prayer of the fans.

Social media and comment sections of articles have been the battleground where supporters of this fledgling company, armed with tidbits of information and hope, have dueled with critics garnishing just as little data and cynicism. The mystery surrounding this firm combined with the bold confidence that saturated its initial press release are enticing characteristics that are hard for both the hopeful and critics to ignore.

The mystery surrounding WhartonBrooks is hard for fans and critics to ignore.

In the absence of a phone, a canceled Meet & Greet, a name people don't understand and an apparent arrival out of the blue some have questioned the legitimacy of the company. Does it actually exist? It does. Are they really going to release a Windows phone? They are. When? Soon. Who exactly are WhartonBrooks? - is a question this series and particularly this piece seeks to answer through the voice of its CEO.



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