My Nokia Blog

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• kitkat + Katy Perry is promoting the Nokia Lumia 1020
• Skype for WP8 updated; gets video messaging
• Nokia Brand to Live on! What’s Next for Lumia and Asha
• Deal Alert: Lumia 1020 Now $199 on Amazon
• Deal: Nokia Lumia 925 available at Harvey Norman for $587
• Lumiappdates: TheTrainline and Fresh Paint

kitkat + Katy Perry is promoting the Nokia Lumia 1020 Posted: 04 Sep 2013 07:44 PM PDT As much as people think that Nokia is no more, this is definitely not true, as this thing needs to be approved and even then it’ll take like 4 to 5 months until real changes to Nokia happen. Until then its business as usual specially in their social networking department where they are still doing great job promoting the Nokia Lumia 1020 and getting few laughs along the way. Also Katy Perry is shooting a new song called “roar” and its a jungle themed song that features non other than our beloved Lumia 1020. Nokia just released a behind the scenes video shot on the Lumia 1020 (not the song but the behind the scenes video) I really love the voice quality on that video (I’m assuming the Lumia 1020 caught the audio but I can’t confirm or deny that).   I think Nokia needed celebrity push from the get go, at least so people get some brand awareness in the US, which is sadly the best place for brand awareness out there. check out the full video down here

Skype for WP8 updated; gets video messaging Posted: 04 Sep 2013 02:49 PM PDT Skype for WP8 has been updated to include video messaging. A feature we have seen on iOS and Android, that puzzled us not arriving to WP concurrently, given that MS owns Skype and all. We're excited to announce Video Messaging is now available to Windows Phone 8 users in the Skype for Windows Phone 8 update released today. The launch of Video Messaging on Windows Phone 8 marks another step forward in Skype's Mobile Future journey to bring great Skype experiences across devices. In this update, we've also addressed several bug fixes, and made it easier to access your settings from the home screen. Skype Video Messaging is easy and convenient.  Windows Phone 8 users can record and share a personal video message, which the chosen recipient can play as soon as they sign into Skype.  This allows users to capture and share a fleeting memory, create a heartfelt reminder or simply tell a friend or family member "wish you were here" – even when their friends and loved ones are not available.  Once your contact has received a video message from you, they can reply back with a video right away. To record a video message, just open a conversation and tap +. Or if you can't reach a contact by Skype call and choose to send them a video message instead, just tap the prompt and begin recording your message. Get the update now, from the WP Store

Nokia Brand to Live on! What’s Next for Lumia and Asha Posted: 04 Sep 2013 08:22 AM PDT Nokia conversations have just published a nice read regarding the future of Nokia devices, Asha and Lumia; as well as what to expect in terms of future products. Apparently the “Nokia” brand will continue to be used on devices, at least in the feature phone segment, while it seems Lumia devices will receive a new branding! Yay! Do we get new phones with Nokia branding, or not? Microsoft has purchased the license to use the Nokia brand on mobile phones for ten years. It's also bought the 'Lumia' and 'Asha' brands. On smartphones, we'll be seeking to create a unified brand across Lumia and Windows. But we understand that the Asha and feature phone range will carry on the 'Nokia' branding. In regards to future devices and what to expect; since Nokia’s strongest point has been design and build quality, apparently we’ll still see a lot of that, considering how Microsoft have acquired a large number of the related employees (plus similar ideals to start with). Can we rely on Microsoft to continue the product quality we have come to rely on from Nokia? Microsoft and Nokia have very similar values and vision when it comes to product quality. It's what has made Nokia Lumia and Windows Phone such a great match. We value great hardware quality, a seamless user experience. I recall a recent product workshop where we split into Nokia and Microsoft teams to describe our vision for the next generation of Windows Phone. When we came to compare our lists, they were almost identical. What about previous customers? will we continue to get support? YES! Does this mean the end of support for my Nokia phone? Not at all. All of our support functions are also going to be transferred to Microsoft, including our Care network, under the stewardship of Juha Putkiranta, the head of operations. Customers won't actually experience any difference. In any case, even if we didn't have that approach, we're bound by international and national legislature to provide all of the necessary support Microsoft are also said to be carrying forward with the Asha line and “connecting the next billion” although they admittedly have little experience in the field: Will this be the end of the Asha series and other feature phones? Microsoft is really excited by the opportunities presented by our Mobile Phones (Asha and feature phones) business. Microsoft shares our vision for connecting the Next Billion. In ten years, we anticipate it will all be smartphones. Existing mobile phones will act as an on-ramp to smartphones. Read alot more interesting questions here: http://conversations.nokia.com/2013/09/04/whats-next-for-lumia-and-asha/ All in all I was devastated yesterday, but now that the dust has started to settle I can see some benefits of this acquisition, mainly the ability to have more money to throw around on crazy new products; as well as closer communications between hardware and software (that’s what made the N9 great, the hardware was built to complement the software). Most importantly for me is that we continue to see amazing new products, with the same amazing points of focus (build quality, design, and most importantly a human touch); and for me it doesn’t matter what the branding is in the long run (sure it’ll hurt to not see the word NOKIA) but as long as I know it’s the same people behind it, it’s almost as if they changed their shirt.

Deal Alert: Lumia 1020 Now $199 on Amazon Posted: 04 Sep 2013 07:34 AM PDT   Quick heads up guys, the Lumia 1020 is now listed at $199 on Amazon.com instead of the original $300. Pretty decent discount and probably worth it now if you’re up for an upgrade, unless of course you’re holding out for the 1520? Grab it from the link below: Nokia Lumia 1020 (At&t)

Deal: Nokia Lumia 925 available at Harvey Norman for $587 Posted: 04 Sep 2013 01:24 AM PDT Fresh on the heels of the news that the Lumia 1020 is coming to Australia, in particular the retailer Harvey Norman, the current flagship on sale here, the Lumia 925, has undergone a price drop. The Lumia 925 is now $587 at Harvey Norman. Will you pick up a 925 knowing the 1020 is only a fortnight away? Source: Harvey Norman

Lumiappdates: TheTrainline and Fresh Paint Posted: 03 Sep 2013 11:53 PM PDT The free train tracker app (for UK) the trainline got updated. You can also buy tickets with this app btw. V1.2.2.0 gives access to live departures and arrivals, information of platform numbers as well as live info on the progress of the train, which station it’s going to call at, and if there are any delays. There are also bug fixes. Fresh Paint also gets an update to 1.0.3233.1

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