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Microsoft India: Lumia Denim rollout should be complete by the end of the month

Andy Weir — Tue, 17 Feb 2015 11:30:01 +0000

It's been over five months since Microsoft announced the Lumia Denim update, but many users are still waiting for it to arrive. But in India, the company says it will complete its rollout this month. Read more...

O2 is now pushing out Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 for some Lumias

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 21 Oct 2014 08:50:01 +0000

Good news for O2 customers this morning as the carrier has started to push out Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, which brings Folders and UK Cortana support. Only some models are targeted for now. Read more...

Lumia 830 specs and pricing revealed

Steven Parker — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 09:48:32 +0000

Microsoft announced three devices today at IFA Berlin, among them was the Lumia 830 which will ship with 'Lumia Denim' for €330 excluding taxes and subsidies. Read more...

Lumia 730 and 735 'selfie' phone specs and pricing revealed

Steven Parker — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 09:28:00 +0000

Well the leaks were more or less accurate on the Lumia 730 and 735, the two variants are indeed 'selfie' phones that feature a 5Mpx front-facing shooter at an attractive price as well! Read more...

Next Lumia update will be called Lumia Denim

Steven Parker — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 07:34:25 +0000

Forget Lumia Debian Red, according to sources by Chinese website WPDang the update will actually be called Lumia Denim, and it will be included with todays revealed launch devices. Read more...

Hisense launches 'Nana', first device with Windows Phone 8.1 Update

Andy Weir — Thu, 14 Aug 2014 17:49:36 +0000

Hisense has announced its second Windows Phone, and its first to run Windows Phone 8.1 Update, the latest version of the OS which includes support for the new 'Chinese Cortana' in its home market. Read more...

The official changelog for Windows Phone 8.1 Update is here

Steven Parker — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 11:35:06 +0000

Microsoft has posted up the changelog for Windows Phone 8.1 Update on their blog, and although it's not as comprehensive as we'd expect (or like) it gives a great overview for the end user experience. Read more...

HTC may drop support for 8S; no more Windows Phone Updates for that handset

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 06 Aug 2014 08:42:48 +0000

HTC devices haven't received the Windows Phone Update 1 Developer Preview. Going by what HTC is saying, it seems to be dropping support for the low-end 8S, with the device no longer receiving updates Read more...

Not all Windows Phones can get Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 as part of the preview program

Vlad Dudau — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 18:45:54 +0000

HTC phones are not receiving the latest Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 Developer Preview. Unfortunately official documentation hints those devices may not be eligible for the developer preview update. Read more...

Hands-on with the new Live Folders in Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1

Vlad Dudau — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 14:05:03 +0000

We take a closer look at Microsoft's newest feature for Windows Phone: Live Folders. Though they aren't exactly revolutionary they fit in nicely with the Modern UI and offer some great functionality. Read more...

Download Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 Developer Preview right now

Vlad Dudau — Mon, 04 Aug 2014 12:32:01 +0000

Microsoft's newest update for its Windows Phone 8.1 OS, Update 1, is now going live around the world. Folks registered as developers can download the update and try it out right now. Read more...

AdDuplex July stats: Lumia 630 and Windows Phone 8.1 are winning!

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 10:29:20 +0000

The latest data shows that the new Lumia 630 is doing quite well in the market and that WP 8.1 adoption is also growing fast. Not only that, but we get new hints of future Windows Phone devices. Read more...

Microsoft announces Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 (GDR1)

Vlad Dudau — Wed, 30 Jul 2014 08:30:28 +0000

Microsoft has just publicly unveiled the next update coming to Windows Phone 8.1. Dubbed Update 1, or GDR1, this small update brings some cool new features to Windows Phone users. Read more...

Windows Phone 2H lineup looks healthy, devices at all price points

Brad Sams — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 15:24:44 +0000

The second half of the year is turning out to be quite good for Windows Phone users as there are new devices slated that will span many price points and feature sets from premium to entry level. Read more...

Rumor: Lumia 730 to launch next month with Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 [Update]

Vlad Dudau — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 11:14:35 +0000

The latest rumors point to a new Windows Phone joining the market next month. The Lumia 730, a successor of the 720, is rumored to debut in August with some decent mid-range specs and running GDR1. Read more...

More features for Windows Phone 8.1 GDR1 uncovered

Brad Sams — Sun, 27 Jul 2014 14:29:32 +0000

Microsoft is preparing its next wave of improvements for Windows Phone 8.1 - the first GDR update will bring a small list of new features including updates to folders and some Live Tiles. Read more...

Details emerge on Cortana's first major update, launch in India and future on Windows and Xbox One

Vlad Dudau — Thu, 12 Jun 2014 08:23:17 +0000

Cortana is receiving somewhat of a major update, and new info comes to light as to what's included and what her future holds. This isn't official yet, but the info seems to genuine. Read more...

Details revealed of Microsoft's Windows Phone handset plans

Andy Weir — Thu, 05 Jun 2014 15:52:05 +0000

Details have emerged of Microsoft's Lumia releases through to next summer, which include new flagships, a phablet, a more affordable entry-level device, and the next update beyond Windows Phone 8.1. Read more...