Microsoft isn’t messing around when it comes to phones anymore: Windows Phone 7 doesn’t just catch up with Android and the iPhone: in many ways it surpassed those platforms.

Whether you think that statement is absurd or are the happy owner of Windows Phone who knows, you should really read “Understanding Windows Phone 7: Your Complete Guide.” From author MakeUseOf staff writer Christian Crawley, this manual teaches you to use the many features of Windows Phones 7 along with tips and tricks for doing just about everything. It’s the perfect way to find out how to use your Windows phone, if you already own one. It’s also a great way to decide whether you should buy a Windows Phone or not, because you’ll learn exactly what the platform can and can’t do.