ZDNet has confirmed that Windows Mobile 6.5 will become Windows Mobile Starter Edition when the Windows Phone 7 Series launches sometime near the holidays. Windows Mobile Starter Edition will be a cheaper alternative than the Windows Phone 7 Series, especially for developers.
When asked what features would be removed to make Windows Mobile 6.5 a "Starter Edition," Microsoft responded that 3G support will be removed, but EV-DO will stay. No more information in available at this time, but we will keep you updated.
