On the heels of the launch of the Lumia 900 in both Canada and the U.S., Nokia has confirmed that it has identified “a memory management issue was discovered that could, in some cases, lead to loss of data connectivity.” If there is good news to be found here, it is that the issue is purely a software problem rather […]
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Samsung to launch 3 Windows Phone devices in 2012 including LTE Mandel?
With all the attention that Nokia and its Lumia devices are getting, it’s sometimes hard to remember that they are not the only manufacturer offering Windows Phone devices. Among these, Samsung has partnered with Microsoft since the launch of Windows Phone. According to Chinese website WPDang, it is gearing up to launch three new devices this year. The first device […]
Windows Phone 8 Nokia Lumia PureView concept revealed?
Slides of an alleged Windows Phone 8 Nokia Lumia PureView device have surfaced on Chinese website IT168. The site claims that the pictures of the device, bearing the same 41-megapixel sensor as the Nokia PureView 808, is just a concept at this time. Assuming that these are authentic, Nokia is definitely trying something new with the form factor. Whether it […]
Nokia giving away free Lumia 710 covers in U.S.
Nokia has launched a new promotion giving away a free Xpress-on color cover to U.S. Nokia Lumia 710 owners until the end of April. The promotion has in fact been running for a while and anyone who purchased a Lumia 710 between January 11, 2012, and April 30, 2012 is eligible. The Xpress-on covers are offered in yellow, fuchsia, cyan, […]
Windows Phone HTC Locations adds downloadable maps support
HTC this week updated the Windows Phone version of its HTC Locations app to support offline maps. Already offered on some of HTC’s Android devices, the feature allows users to download maps and use them when not connected. Find your way with directions or voice guidance. You can download maps to your phone for offline use, or search and browse […]
AT&T now taking Nokia Lumia 900 pre-orders
AT&T today started to take pre-orders for the Nokia Lumia 900. It is available for US$99.99 with a two-year contract. New customers can also take advantage of AT&T’s current promotion that gives them up a US$100 discount to get it for free. AT&T will ship pre-orders on April 5th. This should ensure that you have it in your hands a […]
Microsoft urged to give more design leeway in Windows Phone 8
Citing its usual “industry sources,” Digitimes is reporting that handset manufacturers are urging Microsoft to loosen its design rules for the upcoming Windows Phone 8 release. They are looking for more flexibility in modifying applications and the user interface to create greater differentiation between devices. This lack of differentiation has apparently made it more difficult to market devices. The report […]
AT&T to launch Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II on April 8th
AT&T today confirmed to CNET that it will launch both the Nokia Lumia 900 and HTC Titan II on April 8th. The devices will be the carrier’s first 4G LTE Windows Phone devices. Confirming rumours, AT&T will offer the Nokia Lumia 900 for US$99.99 with a two-year contract. This makes it one of AT&T’s cheapest flagship devices ever. The HTC […]