Yet another interesting discussion is going on over in r/windowsphone. A Redditor has created a post titled “Self Realization: I’m a Shill.” In the body of the post he goes on to explain how he once used an iPhone, but now he has purchased a Windows 8 device, Xbox One, and a Windows Phone. He also explains that he has become “that guy” by trolling his phone to people unsolicited.
Are you the same way?
The Microsoft community is fun because in a lot of ways we are the underdogs. And as you know, it’s always fun to root for an underdog. Many Windows Phone (and Windows) users feel the need to tell people how much they love their devices, because if they don’t who will? The position of “Windows Phone Evangelist” has been filled by hundreds of dedicated users.
This is all fine and good if it doesn’t go too far. Not everyone wants to know about how cool your phone is, and a Windows Phone isn’t right for everyone. You can actually turn people off from Windows Phone or other Microsoft products by being too excited. Don’t you hate it when someone feels the need to tell you they have an iPhone? Don’t be that guy.
Let us know in the poll below if you feel like a “shill.” Elaborate in the comments about how you talk about Windows Phone to others!
