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Lumia Cyan update begins on a provisional basis in Finland for the Lumia 925
6/25/2014 7:05:00 PM
Don't be too jelly when we tell you all that the Lumia Cyan update is rolling out to those with the Lumia 925. You're not jealous because you have a Lumia 925? Well you should be, this rollout is for those with a Lumia 925 AND in Finland. The pilot version of the update is rolling out right now.
Android tries to find visual identity through 'Material Design', borrowing from Microsoft
6/25/2014 6:14:11 PM
Since its inception, Windows Phone has had a bold visual design language defining the core experience of the OS. Initially called Metro, Modern design gets its influence from the work of Massimo Vignelli, who famously made the NYC Subway maps, and the school of Swiss Style started in the 1950's. At Microsoft, the lineage starts with Windows Media Center, up through the ill-fated Zune HD, finally spearheading the core design of Windows Phone 7 and Windows 8.
Android though, has never had such luck. The UI has changed significantly since Android 1.0, often evolving around a very loose, almost ad-hoc set of principles. Things began to change once ex-Palm design head Matias Duarte joined the Android team back in 2010. Since then, we have seen attempts at a new language, notably the Roboto font for Android 4.0.
Bing Rewards app lands on Windows Phone 8
6/25/2014 5:01:23 PM
Microsoft has launched its Bing Reward app for Windows Phone. The Bing Rewards app was originally released for iOS and Android back in January. Windows Phone users have had to earn rewards through the web, until now.
Need to track a package? Try the new universal Windows Phone app 'Doorstep'
6/25/2014 4:16:09 PM
If you order a lot of items off the internet, especially for Amazon Prime members, tracking packages is practically a full-time job. Doorstep is a new app for Windows Phone 8.1 that will also be picking up a companion app for Windows 8.1 in the coming weeks (it's in final stages of development).
Doorstep is a lightweight app, coming in under 1 MB in size. It also has all the necessary bells and whistles to make it worthy of your time to check out. Here are some of the features.
U.S. Supreme Court rules police need a warrant to search cell phones
6/25/2014 3:55:59 PM
The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled unanimously that police must have a warrant to search the content inside a cell phone of a person who has been arrested.
TD Bank confirms Windows Phone app in the works
6/25/2014 3:01:09 PM
A spokesperson for TD (Toronto-Dominion) Bank has confirmed to WPCentral that the major banking institution is developing a Windows Phone app, but it might have a limited launch at first.
Microsoft concludes Motion Monitor beta program, urges users to download Bing Health + Fitness
6/25/2014 2:53:09 PM
Motion Monitor is a handy app for those who wish to get in shape, using nothing more than their smartphone. Microsoft has fired out an email detailing that the app will be pulled from the Store for incompatibility with Lumia Cyan, but Bing Health + Fitness and other third-party apps will be available for download.
The SensoreCore SDK takes advantage of internal sensors on new Windows Phones to sense when you're moving and how intense said activity was. Essentially, it turns your smartphone into a smart pedometer with the Lumia Cyan firmware update installed, combined with Snapdragon 80x chipsets.
Nokia Lumia 930 available for pre-order in Belgium and Vietnam
6/25/2014 2:40:12 PM
The Nokia Lumia 930 has yet to launch and become officially available for purchase, but that hasn't halted retailers from riding the hype train and firing up pre-orders. The latest markets to be included on this ride are Vietnam and Belgium, both retailers following suit with an expected release sometime early July. Microsoft formally unveiled the Lumia 930 at a media event in Vietnam today, noting that the smartphone will cost 12,999,000 VND ($610) off contract (starting July 1), while Cool Blue in Belgium has the device listed at €499,99 ($680).
App Folder drops Nokia and switches to Microsoft in latest update
6/25/2014 2:39:48 PM
The steady stream of app updates to rename apps previously owned by Nokia continues this morning with Nokia App Folder becoming just App Folder in the 1.2.6.1 update that is now live in the Store. The publisher has also switched from Nokia to Microsoft Mobile, which is the new norm for Nokia apps, wiping away the favored name.
Barnes & Noble spinning off Nook business
6/25/2014 2:03:16 PM
Following years of rumors and speculation, Barnes & Noble has confirmed that it will be splitting its Nook hardware line and its brick and mortar retail business into two different companies. The move will be finalized by the end of the financial year.
Deal of the Day: Nokia WH-902 3.5mm Stereo Headset
6/25/2014 1:34:51 PM
For today only, buy the Nokia WH-902 3.5mm Stereo Headset and save 60% off the list price!
Plug in this 3.5mm stereo headset into your mobile device and enjoy the ergonomically designed ear pieces that provide you with amazing sound quality for any situation. Even in noisy or windy environments, the WH-902 headset pushes through with natural and clear sounding conversations.
China-based Hisense to announce new Windows Phone this Thursday
6/25/2014 1:09:02 PM
Hisense, a mobile phone manufacturer based in China, has posted a teaser announcement for its new Windows Phone device which will officially be announced on Thursday.
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