Microsoft's mysterious Andromeda project appears to be ramping up.
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Recently, we were able to take a look at a new platform category listing for the Microsoft Store, joining Xbox, PC, HoloLens, and other existing Windows platforms.
The new OS uses a placeholder icon, and the mysterious "8828080" designation, which we think could be a reference to the Andromeda OS, designed specifically for new paradigms like the folding Surface device that has been floating around.
"8828080" appeared a little while ago as a new target platform within Microsoft's code infrastructure. It's noteworthy because it also forms part of Microsoft's corporate phone number.
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We've heard that various existing Windows 10 Mobile and PC apps are already showing up with support for "8828080" in the store, including big-name third-party offerings from companies like Spotify, and even some games.
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While not a huge development, the appearance of 8828080 on the Microsoft Store is encouraging.
source (http://www.windowscentral.com/microsoft-has-begun-testing-andromeda-app-support-microsoft-store?utm_source=wc_tw&utm_medium=tw_card&utm_content=53182&utm_campaign=social)