Words with Friends and Draw Something makes its way on Windows Phone

Games like Words with Friends and Draw Something were popular games months ago, and it is safe to assume that the hype surrounding either game has died down somewhat. However it looks like for those who recently got their hands on Windows Phone devices and were looking for something fun and interesting to play, it seems that Words with Friends and Draw Something has finally made its way onto Windows Phone. We’re not sure if this might be too late for Zynga and if Windows Phone users even care, but we guess better late than never, right? Either way we guess it’s an indication that major titles are making their way onto the Windows Phone platform, albeit later than other platforms. In any case if you have a Windows Phone device, you will be able to get your hands on Words with Friends or Draw Something via the Windows Phone Store.

By Ubergizmo. Related articles: Zynga’s Draw Something will be made into a television game show, Draw Something allows advertisers to insert their own guess words,

Mobile Miscellany: week of July 9th, 2012

Mobile Miscellany week of July 9th, 2012

Not all mobile news is destined for the front page, but if you’re like us and really want to know what’s going on, then you’ve come to the right place. This past week, Motorola debuted the RAZR V in Canada and the Sony Xperia Ion was spotted at Rogers — curiously, the phone has yet to be formally announced for the carrier. These stories and more await after the break. So buy the ticket and take the ride as we explore the “best of the rest” for this week of July 9th, 2012.

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Merriam-Webster announces Dictionary API for developers, coming to a word game near you

MerriamWebster announces Dictionary API for developers, coming to a word game near you

Merriam-Webster just announced its new Dictionary API, which gives developers access to the full dictionary and thesaurus, along with more specialized content like medical, Spanish, ESL and student-targeted vocabulary lists. The API will let app makers integrate word definitions, etymologies, audio pronunciations and more. While this content will no doubt make it into a slew of educational apps, Merriam-Webster says it will also enhance word games, so maybe Scramble and Words with Friends will finally start accepting those obscure three-letter words you have up your sleeve.

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