Instagram was recently added to the Facebook family tree as the social networking site welcomed the photo sharing service with open arms. The app that has surpassed the 5 billion photo milestone thanks to its iOS and Android users, may now be heading towards Windows Phone as its next platform.
The Verge points out to a promotional video released by the Finnish handset maker, which shows an Instagram app for Windows Phone. In case you missed spotting the app running as a live tile with comment and like information from Instagram, look closely at the 52 second mark and you'll find it (second tile on the right from top)
But the tech site was quick to add that the app may correspond to Vimeo and not Instagram. However, sources close to the tech site confirm that an Instagram app is scheduled for release later this year.
Instagram has already established its popularity amongst users. Though the Windows Phone Marketplace offers apps like Bubblegum and InstaCam, it would be difficult for Instagram users to make the switch, considering they only offer Instagram-like experience, but aren't Instagram.
Microsoft is looking to create a serious dent in the smartphone market with its recently announced
Lumia 920 and
Lumia 820 phones. Now is the time for app developers to prove their metal when it comes to Windows Phones that could either be a complete hit or a total miss.
In the meanwhile, try and spot the Instagram app in "The Great Pixel Run" of Nokia's PureMotion video.