Cause of Windows Phone 7 data spikes found

Microsoft has reportedly traced the cause of random, high spikes in data usage by some Windows Phone 7 handsets to a widely accessed "third-party solution." Microsoft is working with that so-far unidentified vendor, according to SeattlePI.com.

The glitch, according to Microsoft, is caused by the by that a "third-party solution commonly accessed from Windows Phones" is configured. Microsoft is working with this vendor to "assist them in making the necessary fixes" and as well is exploring possible workarounds, if needed.

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Over the past few weeks, some users have complained of occasional very high data use on their Windows Phone 7 handsets, usage that seems to take place without any action by the users, and that ignores a Wi-Fi connection to use 3G, potentially exhausting data plan limits.

"We have determined that a third-party solution commonly accessed from Windows Phones is configured in a manner that potentially causes larger than expected data downloads. We are in contact with the third party to assist them in making the necessary fixes, and are as well pursuing potential workarounds to address the configuration issue in case those are needed. At this stage in our investigation, we believe this is responsible for most of the reported incidents.

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