19 January 2013

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Why Are Windows Phone Adopters Going with Devices other Than Nokias?

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 10:33 AM PST

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When it comes to Windows Phone OEMs Nokia have a clear advantage in terms of software (crazy amount of exclusive apps, Nokia Drive, Cinemagraph etc.) and some of the coolest hardware innovations out there (Pureview, Puremotion, Super sensitive touch etc.); it always seemed like a done deal to me that anyone who considered Windows Phone would instinctively go for a Nokia. Which is why assume Microsoft tightened it’s relationship with HTC with the Windows phone 8X and the Windows Phone 8s, (which by the way isn’t called that by even the official HTC accounts); regardless its obvious that I’m not the only one who noticed Nokia stealing the Windows Phone show, and that got HTC (and Samsung to a much lesser extent) to pull their stuff together and churn out “better” devices. And yet they all pale on paper in comparison to the 920; in fact the 8X is more of a competitor to the 820 than the 920 (minus the screen resolution).

So why on earth would someone buy a Windows Phone that isn’t a Nokia? And give up all the amazing software and then some? Well I decided to pose that question to the Windows Phone community on Reddit (which has about 9,000 subscribers) so it gives a pretty decent look at the Windows Phone community. Of course the people there most likely know a bit more about Windows Phone and smartphones than your average buyer, but it’s a start. My question was simple:

Out of Curiosity to anyone who bought a WP that isn’t a Lumia?

submitted  ago by qudsi Nokia Lumia 920- Editor at MyNokiaBlog.com

Just wondering, if you’re convinced with the Windows Phone platform why did you go for a Samsung/HTC/Other?

Just wondering cause it seems like a Nokia would be the obvious choice considering how much exclusive software they have (plus other features)

So was the 920 too heavy? Preferred the 8X design? Cheaper price?

I got about 50 replies to the topic, most from people who either got the 8X or previous 1st gen Windows Phones (Focus, Optimus, Titan etc.) as well as a few with the ATVI S and the 8S; you can go ahead and view all the comments over here:

http://www.reddit.com/r/windowsphone/comments/16i78d/out_of_curiosity_anyone_who_bought_a_wp_that_isnt/

Most of the comments I’ve gathered went with another device over the 820/920 due to either carrier availability, design (including smaller screens) or price. Price-wise and people who claimed that the 820 was still “too high specced for them” will be relieved by the upcoming 620 (if it ever reaches the US?). I’m not sure what can be done for carrier availability, but it just enforces what we’ve always known; that Nokia needs a variant of the 920 on all the major carriers in the US. Design wise is difficult to say, but if the rumors of a slimmer, sleeker aluminum bodied 920 successor are true then perhaps that too will be resolved.

It’s quite scary to hear that no carrier in Canada has any variant of the 820? What the hell? That plus only giving them black 920′s for the first 4 months of launch is a recipe for failure, in case Nokia haven’t figured it out; Canada is part of North America; which according to them is where they need to double down.

Anyone else know why a friend/relative went with a WP device other than a Nokia? Share em down below!

Lumia Tip: Instantly Install Apps/Games on Your Lumia Wirelessly Via PC

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 07:48 AM PST

Screenshot (67)Here’s a cool feature I just discovered on my 920 (it’s possibly available for WP7.X devices as well); using WindowsPhone.com while signed in allows you to remotely install apps on your Windows Phone device without even unlocking the phone.  This feature is great for the lazy ones of us (likes your truly) or when you discover a new app online and want to install it on your phone (it saves you the step of scanning/generating a QR code).

All you need to do is sign in at Windowsphone.com then head over to the Apps+Games section; from there you can browse all the apps in the marketplace and remotely install them onto your phone by hitting the big black install button

Then it will either install automatically or if the app requires special permissions it will ask for a confirmation first before carrying on.

After that it’ll take a few second to “contact phone” (all without you lifting a finger) and then the app will magically begin to install on your phone.

The coolest part about this is that it doesn’t require you to have the phone connected to your PC or even in the same room; pretty awesome if you ask me. So what are you waiting for? Get downloading (without getting up).

Video: Nokia Lumia 820, JBL Play Up and Wireless Charging Plate unboxing

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 07:19 AM PST

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Here’s a quick unboxing filmed before lectures. It’s a Nokia Lumia 820 in yellow, along with the charging plate (I thought it might have been the stand, but worth seeing again) and the Nokia JBL PlayUp speakers. Thanks to Nokia Connects for sending us these to trial.

I had to make a quick addition at the end as I was not aware that the PlayUp had the 3.5mm cable already hidden at the base (which is easy/user removable), as well as the battery not already being inserted (unlike the Play 360).

 

Lumia 920 Utterly Demolished by Steel Hammer; Makes Nokia Proud

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 07:06 AM PST

The video below is a no-nosense demoltion of the Lumia 920; no matter what field of work you’re in it’s very unlikely you’ll be dropping a 2KG steel hammer on your screen-up defenseless lumia 920. Regardless for those that are interested check out the video below where interestingly the 920 survives the first blow and remains fully functional (minus the broken screen).

What impressed me most was the actual strength of the polycarbonate body; it didn’t crack or fracture even after repeated close contact blows.

http://wmpoweruser.com/another-lumia-920-tortured-to-death-by-hammer-test/

 

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Video: How To Remove back cover on your Nokia Lumia 820 (Filmed on Nokia Lumia 920)

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 03:35 AM PST

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Whilst my inexorably slow computer gets around to rendering my unboxing of the Nokia Lumia 820 and accessories, here’s a video to show how to remove the back cover.

The Nokia Lumia 820 feels really solid, like the battery is almost sealed in. It doesn’t look like the back cover should come off, but as you know, you can have a range of shell options, some including new features such as being rugged or wireless charging or perhaps whatever your imagination will allow with 3D printed covers.  With the 820′s back cover removed, you have access to the 1650mAh battery (which you can swap out if you wanted) as well as the SIM and MicroSD slot (for additional memory expansion).

 

The video below is filmed on the Nokia Lumia 920 (set at 720p as I forgot to switch it up).

1) You’re gonna start by placing a thumbnail on the top right corner of the 820, where the colourful cover meets the plastic black rim edge.

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2) For leverage, put a finger at the back stripmnb(16)

3) Now just push and the cover will separate

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4) Slide fingernail along top edge and this releases the rest of the cover.

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5) To reattach, begin by slotting the bottom in first and just press the cover to the 820. You should hear some healthy clicking/snapping shut.

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Nokia Releases 3D Printing Templates for Lumia 820 Shells; Allows You To Print Your Own Custom Shell

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 03:01 AM PST

3-D printing is pretty cool; and Nokia have just made it even cooler by releasing the template, specs and materials for any 3D printer user to print his own Lumia 820 shell/case. Effectively anyone with access to a 3D printer can make their own Lumia 820 shell in their favorite color, material; along with whatever else their minds think of.

Nokia's 3D printing community project is a simple concept with exciting potential. Our Lumia 820 has a removable shell that users can replace with Nokia-made shells in different colors, special ruggedized shells with extra shock and dust protection, and shells that add wireless charging capabilities found in the high-end Lumia 920 to the mid-range 820. Those are fantastic cases, and a great option for the vast majority of Nokia's Lumia 820 customers. But in addition to that, we are going to release 3D templates, case specs, recommended materials and best practices—everything someone versed in 3D printing needs to print their own custom Lumia 820 case. We refer to these files and documents collectively as a 3D-printing Development Kit, or 3DK for short.

The links to the files needed are here, here and here. (embed: https://www.developer.nokia.com/info/sw.nokia.com/id/42482850-b21d-48e8-a027-6b6453e19fa5/Lumia820_shell_allparts_STL.zip.html
https://www.developer.nokia.com/info/sw.nokia.com/id/90d754d9-2419-404d-a6d2-6ce1ff049a8f/Lumia_820_shell_STP.zip.html
https://www.developer.nokia.com/info/sw.nokia.com/id/11b6fcb5-d42b-41fd-9988-68bedfae4891/Lumia820_shell_separated_STL.zip.html )

In doing this, Nokia has become the first major phone company to begin embracing the 3D printing community and its incredible potential, and continue to be the leading phone company in this exciting field.

 

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Camera Experts, DPReview Connect takes the Nokia Lumia 920 for a spin.

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 12:30 AM PST

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Looking at mobile photography, DPReview Connect takes a look at the Nokia Lumia 920 with PureView, said to be a very ‘capable’ camera.

http://connect.dpreview.com/post/9128863653/nokia-lumia-920-camera-review-first-look

What we like:

  • Optical image stabilization enables blur-free slow shutter speeds
  • Dedicated two-stage shutter button
  • Wide field of view
  • Flexible choice of aspect ratio
  • OIS steadies video shooting
  • Great screen
  • Solid build

What we don't like

  • Ho-hum pixel-level image quality even at base ISO
  • Some clunkiness in camera app interface

They also loved the Nokia 808 PureView, but as the usual caveat, did not like the OS saying “unfortunately saddled with a legacy operating system”. Come on PureView 808 style for Lumia!

Cheers Marc Aurel for the tip!

 

Nokia Lumia 920 appears in Pepsi Promo (Mexico) suggests Feb 28th Arrival?

Posted: 18 Jan 2013 12:22 AM PST

NOKIA LUMIA PEPSIGot this twitpic’d by Eric, and as you can see above, the Nokia Lumia 920 appears on a Pepsi promo page for Mexico.

The promo seems to last until Feb 28th. Could the 920 arrive in Mexico by that date? Possibly it might appear earlier, or actually later depending on when the prize would be awarded.

Cheers Eric for the tip!

 

Video: Android Bubble Lockscreen on Nokia Belle Devices Via Bubble Unlock

Posted: 17 Jan 2013 10:42 PM PST

DSC01376Nokia bubble was perhaps one of the coolest betas to ever grace any device, unfortunately it is no longer available (officially that is); and worse yet the concept of Nokia bubbles was implemented into the Android lock screen becoming one of many Android users favorite feature.

BubbleUnlock is free app for Nokia Belle devices that brings the android unlock screen interface to these devices, giving them quick swipe access to the camera, inbox and call log directly from the lock screen; check out the video demo below:

And in case anyone here hasn’t seen the Nokia bubble demo before here it is in all its heavily accented glory:

Anyways pick up bubbleUnlock at the Nokia store for free from the link down below:

http://store.ovi.com/content/326861?

 

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