Highlights
selection of the most important stories and analysis
Nokia redesigns HERE Maps
June 24, 2014 | Diyan
Nokia today unveiled a new design for HERE Maps available immediately at here.com and Yahoo maps while all apps for mobile platforms (Android, iOS and Windows Phone) will be updated later this year.
Some of the changes include a stronger … Read More
Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 is being tested by Microsoft
June 20, 2014 | Diyan
Sources close to Microsoft shed more light on the first Windows Phone 8.1 update expected in 2014. Neowin confirms that the update is now being tested on real devices and should be ready for release later this year. According to … Read More
Anti-theft features coming to Windows Phone
June 20, 2014 | Windows Phone Area
There are many interesting solutions for avoiding smartphone theft. Apple introduced a feature in 2013 for preventing thieves from using the iPhone after stealing. The smartphone can be locked or/and wiped in order to protect your personal information. Other companies … Read More
PureViewClub: the best camera phones compared
June 15, 2014 | Michael
The popular website from the Netherlands PureViewClub tested some of the best camera-phones available to date. The test scene was an ancient castle from the 13th century called Muiderslot, in excellent weather conditions – blue sky and bright sun. The … Read More
Microsoft’s smartphone brand to be introduced after January 1st 2015
June 12, 2014 | Diyan
Microsoft will drop the Nokia branding for new Windows Phones
Microsoft completed the Nokia acquisition in April and the company is now looking for a smooth brand transition – all new Windows Phones will drop the Nokia logo while Redmond … Read More
Official Pinterest app launched for Windows Phone
June 11, 2014 | Diyan
The popular media service Pinterest is finally available for Windows Phone, as the company published its official client for Microsoft’s platform. Pinterest BETA allows you to create and group your own virtual boards where you can pin interesting media content. … Read More
More info on WP8.1 update, Lockscreen Apps & Social networks
June 11, 2014 | Windows Phone Area
Windows Phone’s leader Joe Belfiore today shed more light on the upcoming updates and changes to the platform, scheduled to begin rolling out in the coming weeks. Microsoft confirmed that Windows Phone 8.1 has been finished and the company is … Read More
ooVoo video chat app hit the Windows Phone Store
June 11, 2014 | Diyan
ooVoo, one of the popular Skype-alternatives, is now available for Windows Phone, offering HD video and group video chats for up to 12 participants. The social video chat platform comes with a nice, modern design and easy to use interface. … Read More
Nokia McLaren brings 3D Touch gestures to Windows Phone
June 10, 2014 | Diyan 2
Microsoft/Nokia McLaren reportedly includes Real Motion 3D touch system, goes on sale later in 2014
A unique ultra high-end Windows Phone is in the works, according to sources close to The Verge. Codenamed McLaren, the phone will have several hardware … Read More
Nokia’s product roadmap leaked: new Windows Phones 2014/2015
June 7, 2014 | Diyan 2
Evleaks shared on its website a leaked roadmap listing the upcoming Windows Phones in 2014/2015. Starting with the Nokia Lumia 930, Lumia 630 and 635 which are already available in some markets. Lumia 930 is the international version of the … Read More
Prestigio and YEZZ Mobile announced Windows Phone devices
June 4, 2014 | Diyan
At Computex 2014 in Taiwan, Prestigio and YEZZ announced four new Windows Phone 8.1 devices. Starting with Prestigio MultiPhone 8500 DUO, a 5-inch device built around a quad-core processor at 1.2 GHz. It has a resolution of 1280 x 720 … Read More
Developer Preview 8.1 picks up a second update
June 3, 2014 | Diyan
Microsoft pushed out a second update to Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview. Released in April, the Preview can be installed by any developer or regular user with a free App Studio account (learn how). Joining the Developer Preview program gives … Read More
