PhoneDesigner imagines a Windows Phone with a rotating camera

Imagine a Windows Phone with only one great shooter, capable of being both the front and rear facing camera. That’s exactly what regular concept builder PhoneDesigner envisioned with his Lumia 945 concept. His Spinner Phone has a large 4.7 inch screen but is only  7 mm thick, and features a premium aluminium and polycarbonate...

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Archery game with 15 million downloads on Android platforms recently released on Windows Phone!

This game was pretty successful on Google Play, it was number 1 sports game in 18 countries, including USA, Mexico, Brazil, Spain, Australia, Germany and China, it was also in top 10 in 12 countries in Games, including Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Spain. It currently has 15 million downloads on Google Play. Official description of the...

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Mobile messaging app Threema lands in the Windows Phone Store

Threema is a new mobile messaging app for Windows Phone that is billed as putting privacy first with end-to-end encryption to help insure that your messages can only be read by you and its intended recipient. We had heard rumblings that the messaging app was in the works for Windows Phone over the summer and it hit Store...

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Microsoft officially Launched the much awaited Lumia 535 in India at Price Tag of Rs.9199

The Microsoft Lumia 535 features a 5 inch 960×540 pixels IPS display with Gorilla Glass 3, a 1.2Ghz quad-core Snapdragon 200 processor, 1GB RAM, 8GB internal memory with a microSD card slot, 5 megapixel rear camera (f/2.4 aperture, 28mm lens, LED flash), wide angle 5 megapixel front facing camera (24mm lens, f/2.4 aperture), Dual-SIM...

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Join: VLC is looking for Beta Testers for Windows Phone

While we are waiting endlessly for VLC to hit our Windows Phone, it looks like the app is ready now. Thomas Nigro posted on twitter asking the Windows Phone users to sign in for the Beta Test of the VLC app on Windows Phone. Also the official account of VideoLan quoted that they might release the first build later today. Who wants to be part of the #VLC for #WindowsPhone Beta Program? Apply here: http://t.co/PvHOmWTGc1...

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Microsoft Lumia 535 gets listed on Flipkart

As Microsoft is sending out invites for an event on 26th Nov, we have just noticed that Lumia 535 gets listed on India's biggest e-commerce website, Flipkart. The device was recently announced and is expected to be priced well under 10k INR. The device comes with 5 inch screen, has a 5 MP front and rear facing camera. Microsoft will...

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Microsoft Deploys Autonomous Security at its campus in Silicon Valley

As we are marking this year as Internet of things, Microsoft took a step forward by deploying autonomous security robots at its campus in Silicon Valley. Microsoft has deployed a fleet of 5-feet-tall, 300-pound robots to protect its Silicon Valley campus. These robots includes 360 degree HD security cameras and sensors to monitor the surroundings. The K5 robots come from a California company called Knightscope. It packs...

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Microsoft Lumia 535 Set to Launch in India on November 26

Microsoft India on Friday sent invites for an event scheduled on Wednesday, where it is expected to launch the first Microsoft-branded smartphone, the Lumia 535. The invite sent by the company reads, "Five days to magic of triple 5." That, of course, is a pointer to the "5x5x5" Microsoft Lumia 535. Last week, the company had unvieled...

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Microsoft Once Again Teases Siri with the New Ad Campaign of Cortana :)

Microsoft is back once again with its new Cortana vs. Siri advertisement. The company’s latest ad focuses on Cortana’s reminder features, such as traffic-based reminders. The video features the Lumia 830 and iPhone 6 Plus. Microsoft also mocks the iPhone 6 Plus — where the iPhone just “got bigger”. The ad is pretty funny, so make sure...

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Microsoft Updates Photosynth Windows Phone App With Improved Stitching Engine And Hi-Res Image Support

Photosynth for Windows Phone just got updated to v1.8. This new update comes with improved stitching engine and high resolution capture support for latest Lumia devices. Updates in version 1.8: • New higher resolution capture mode that takes better advantage of your camera’s capabilities• Improved stitching engine that blends panoramas...

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Snapchat begins banning 6Snap users

After warning users of third party applications to cease and desist, Snapchat has finally taken action. A Windows Phone user has reported that Snapchat has locked his account for using Rudy Huyn’s 6snap. To be fair, Snapchat is not targeting just Windows Phone users, but people who use Android and iOS third party apps as well. The issue...

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Offline navigation data for Windows Phone gets updated

Head to  Settings> Applications> Maps> Check for updates and you will find a update waiting to be downloaded on your Windows Phone. The new data appears to be available in many locations including USA and Europe.  As Nokia uses a system which only sends updates rather than the whole maps it is likely the download...

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WhatsApp Beta gets ability to select multiple admins in the latest update

WhatsApp is working hard for Windows Phone users and is making continuous improvements in the Messaging app. The latest update to the private Beta enabled users to select multiple admins in the group chat. According to me, this was requested by the major portion of WhatsApp users. The feature can be accessed by holding on any member in...

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Celkon releasing a Windows Phone device by the end of this month

Ever since Microsoft has given licence to different OEMs, we have seen many Indian brands taking interest in Windows Phone. We have already seen devices from Micromax and Karbonn this year and now it looks like another Indian OEM is taking interest in Windows Phone. We posted information about Celkon mobiles releasing Windows Phone...

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Poll: Would you consider buying Nokia N1 Tab when it is available

Earlier today, Nokia gave everyone a big shock by launching a Android powered Tablet. On specs sheet, the tab looks great in terms of performance. The tab follows the Nokia design pattern is looks solid. It is priced at $249 (Subsidy and Taxes extra). We have decided to launch a poll to see what our readers think about the tab and will...

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Nokia launches N1, first tablet by Nokia running Android

This is what we have been waiting for! THE NOKIA N1 ! Hence those early Z launcher updates passing through couple of days. Have a look, site is down but we managed to grab the scenery and the specs! Tech Specs Height- 200.7mm Width- 138.6 mm Depth- 6.9 mm Body One-piece design Aluminum with surface anodization Weight- 318...

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Nokia is Launching Android Tablet “N1″ with Lollipop Today

Nokia is busy teasing everyone with something special today and now as we more down to last minute here is the leak of what's about to come. Nokia is launching An Android tablet running Android 5.0 aka Lollipop and includes the Z Launcher as well. Check out the images, followed by the specs: Height  : 200.7mm Width : 138.6 mm Depth...

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O2: "Don't expect Denim update for most of devices until 2015"

O2, a carrier in the UK, has responded to a question about the arrival of Lumia Denim update for the other Lumia devices. According to the response, O2 confirmed that it is “coming soon” but not till early 2015 as Microsoft has not yet sent the updates to carriers. Although the 930 has received the Lumia Denim update, other devices will unfortunately, not snag the update till early 2015. To balance the bad news, O2 gave us...

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Tutorial: How to bring back the old Windows 8.1 networks list in Windows 10 build 9879

Microsoft started updating the network selection window in Windows 10 build 9860, removing the old flyout from the charms list and replacing it with a window which opened PC settings. Many consider this change a step backwards, and technically it is as Microsoft isn't done with the new implementation yet. For those who wish to return to the old method, we've got a tutorial for you. Originally spotted by SpaceCore on Twitter,...

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Tutorial:How to enable an early version of the new Start Screen in Windows 10 build 9879

We recently discovered the beginnings of what appears to be the new Start Screen / Continuum mode in the most recent Windows Technical Preview. The Start Screen, being very early in development is very buggy and broken, however we understand that some of you wish to try it out. Well, we've got you a simple guide for enabling the new Start Screen. We must warn you, it's super broken. We don't advise you use it on anything right...

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VLC for Windows Phone 8.1 may hit the store next week

It has been a year since VLC started development of the Windows Phone 8.1 of its app. Now it maybe the final steps as one of the developers of VLC for Windows Phone, Hugo Beauzée-Luyssen has tweeted the above Windows Phone App Certification Test Kit result, indicating that the app passes trial certification tests on the user’s own PC. This...

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Facebook picks up a major update for Windows Phone

Facebook has updated their Messenger app for Windows Phone today. This update adds some great new features, including the ability to message people in your phone contact list even if you’re not Facebook friends via SMS, directly from the app. The app will now also let you add colourful drawings and text to photos from your camera roll before you send them. Here's the full changlog of the same. Improvements to make the app faster Now...

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Microsoft confirms updating all the WP8 devices to Windows Phone 10 in coming months

We have already seen many rumors about the update of Windows Phone 8 devices to Windows Phone 10, but now we have something really solid to prove the point. Answering to @_Y06_ on Twitter, Microsoft confirmed that all the current Windows Phone 8 devices will be upgradable to Windows Phone 10 in coming months. @_Y06_ There will...

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Microsoft Hints At New Windows Phone Dev Preview Update

Microsoft yesterday updated their Battery Saver app for Windows Phone 8.1 devices. Microsoft has now updated the Store listing for this new update v1.0.14201.0. They have provided a detailed change log. One of the new feature included in this update is real time Live Tile for Battery Saver app and it requires Windows Phone build 8.1.14203 or higher. Current Windows Phone dev preview build is 8.1.14192. So, there is a good chance...

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Windows 10 Preivew Build 9879 ISO Now Available For Download

Microsoft today released new Windows 10 Build 9879 to Windows Insiders. This new build will come to you automatically via Windows Update, installed during your maintenance window if your PC is plugged in and on or sleeping. If you don’t want to wait for it to download and install on its own – you can go to PC Settings, Update and recovery, Preview builds and click the Check Now button to go get it now. This is a full build,...

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Lumia 730 or HOTCAKE?

So finally , In the first week of October, our Blogger Jashan has bought the all new Nokia Lumia 730(bright orange).Although, he already own Lumia 920 ,but he believe that he is now satisfied with more speed and battery performance.Even on flipkart, 730 is selling like Hotcakes.In its first order it went out of stock.Seems like Nokia...

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Video: First Hands-On of the Lumia 535

Microsoft today revealed their first non-nokia Lumia device, Lumia 535. As the name suggests, it is a low-end device targeted towards emerging markets. This device includes premium features, a colorful design, easy readability in sunlight on a large five-inch display, 1GB RAM and a quad-core processor for a smooth smartphone experience. And it comes with built-in 8 GB of internal storage which you can expand up to an additional...

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Microsoft launches the Lumia 535

Finally the day is here as Microsoft has revealed the Lumia 535 with the Microsoft Branding. It is the first smartphone that comes with the Microsoft Branding. The device packs  a 5-inch screen, 5-megapixel front- and rear-facing camera, and free integrated Microsoft experiences (such as Skype and OneNote) to more people at an...

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Microsoft teases the #MoreLumia event tomorrow

Microsoft has just posted a teaser video on their new YouTube channel teasing the More Lumia event scheduled for tomorrow. The video doesn't shows much but is just a teaser of what is about to come. The video is labeled as "Big on Experiences - 11/11/2014 - #MoreLumia" showing the potential of the event. Also if you play and watch video...

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Nokia Conversation Blog gets renamed to Lumia Conversations

As Microsoft is rolling out changes and taking down the Nokia name from everywhere, the latest change is the Conversations Blog. In the wake of Microsoft transferring its official Windows Phone Facebook and Twitter pages to the new Lumia branding, the company is also changed its official Conversation Blog as well, in favor of a...

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Microsoft’s Office updates are great news for Android and iOS, but hurt Windows and Windows Phone

Microsoft made multiple massive announcements for its Office suite this week. The big focus was Android and iOS, however, not the company’s own operating systems. Here’s a quick recap: Creating and editing is now free on Android and iOS (Microsoft is even offering prorated refunds for Office 365 subscriptions). Standalone...

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Windows 10 build 9879 leaked in screenshots

While the public version of Windows 10 is still on build 9860, Microsoft is testing build 9879 internally. The latest screenshot leaks shows plenty of new changes in the OS which include new changes to the taskbar, File Explorer and more. Build 9879 was compiled around November 2, and includes a number of small improvements over the...

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Lumia 535 with Microsoft branding leaked ahead of launch

Yesterday, Microsoft teased us with a new device on 11th November. It looks like the device may turn out to be the Lumia 535, as images of a handset with that name sporting Microsoft's branding have surfaced on China's Tieba, an online community powered by Baidu. From the images, Microsoft branding is clearly visible at the front...

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Fast & Furious 6 dashes onto the Windows & Windows Phone Store

We are seeing a positive rise in the app section of the Windows Phone and Windows ecosystem. Add Fast & Furious to your list, as the game is just launched for the platform. The game comes with the universal badge which means it is available for both PC as well as for the phone. Fast & Furious 6 brings you the excitement with...

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Microsoft teases first non-Nokia Lumia smartphone unveiling for November 11

Microsoft is getting ready to unveil its first device under the Microsoft Lumia brand. According to a very short post on the Microsoft Mobile site, the news will drop on November 11, 2014. This will be the first non-Nokia device from the company. All we know for sure right now is that one of the color options will be orange: The...

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