Kin is a line of mobile phones that was briefly marketed by Microsoft in 2010. Aimed at people between ages 15 and 30, [1] they were designed for social networking. [2] . Microsoft invested two years and about US$1 billion developing the Kin platform, [3][4] beginning with its acquisition of Danger Incorporated. [5] .

Nov 27, 2020 · Microsoft took away the ability to download these apps on the phone, turning Kin from an interesting yet quirky piece of tech to a pointless feature phone.

Mar 9, 2023 · Once upon a time, Microsoft built a phone that would feed teens' addiction to social media, and it died immediately. Here's what went wrong.

Jun 30, 2010 · Kin phones have a browser and can access social networking sites through widgets. But Microsoft crippled the overall functionality of the device by not allowing apps or games on the phone.

Jul 1, 2010 · Microsoft has discontinued the Kin phones line, just six weeks after it launched the devices. The company blamed low sales numbers, and was reluctant to say how many it sold exactly.

Jul 2, 2010 · Since our piece on Wednesday, we've had more trusted sources step forward to fill in some blanks and clarify the story behind the amazingly swift fall from grace that Microsoft's Kin phones...

May 5, 2010 · Microsoft headed off the beaten path with Kin, designing phones that emphasize text messages, status updates and e-mails packed with photo and video, in a free flowing interface that combines...