Microsoft made available its Windows Marketplace for Mobile to developers. Windows Mobile code developers with a Windows Live ID, valid taxpayer ID, bank account and $99 can sign up for a vendor account with Microsoft. Once approved, developers may begin submitting their Windows Mobile 6.5 applications for inclusion within the Marketplace.

The Marketplace is designed for Windows phones running Windows Mobile 6.5. Developers will receive 70 percent of the revenue from the sales of each application. Developers will also have the ability to set the pricing for their apps.

The move brings Windows mobile up to date with Apple’s App Store and the Android Market.