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The Nokia Lumia 1020 for AT&T is now receiving the Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, which includes Lumia Denim enhancements. The update for the AT&T model comes a month after the firmware update was cleared for the Lumia 1020 in North America. Canadian carriers Rogers and Telus have already pushed out Lumia Denim update for their variants of the handset.
The Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 with Lumia Denim, brings several new features and improvements to handsets, including the ability to activate Cortana by saying "Hey, Cortana." The update also includes live folders for your live tiles on your Start screen, and adds MSN Weather and MSN Health data to your Glance (lock) Screen. After installing the update, users will also be able to browse over a virtual private network.
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Nokia Lumia 1020 for AT&T receives Lumia Denim update
The Nokia Lumia 1020 for AT&T is now receiving the Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, which includes Lumia Denim enhancements. The update for the AT&T model comes a month after the firmware update was cleared for the Lumia 1020 in North America. Canadian carriers Rogers and Telus have already pushed out Lumia Denim update for their variants of the handset.The Lumia 1020 is known for its 41MP PureView camera, which includes Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and an f/2.2 aperture.
The update is being pushed out to the AT&T Lumia 1020 in stages, so it may be a few days before it is available for your device. You will receive a notification when the update is available for download, but you can also manually check for the update by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates and follow the on-screen instructions.
Once you receive the OTA notification, make sure you install the Lumia Denim update using a strong WiFi connection. It is also recommended that your ensure your battery is appropriately (at least 50%) charged before you install the update.
The Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 with Lumia Denim, brings several new features and improvements to handsets, including the ability to activate Cortana by saying "Hey, Cortana." The update also includes live folders for your live tiles on your Start screen, and adds MSN Weather and MSN Health data to your Glance (lock) Screen. After installing the update, users will also be able to browse over a virtual private network.
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 | Here's all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 |
 | Here's all you need to know about Lumia Denim |
source - Microsoft
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Last week, Microsoft started pushing out the Lumia Denim update for the Lumia 520, Lumia 525, Lumia 535, Lumia 620 and Lumia 720 handsets in India. Now the company has started rolling out Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 with Lumia Denim for Indian customers who own the Nokia Lumia 1020.
The Lumia update brings the 3051.50009.1451.1002/8.10.14234.375 software version along with the following new features and improvements to the Lumia 1020
Nokia Lumia 1020 receives Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 with Lumia Denim in India
Last week, Microsoft started pushing out the Lumia Denim update for the Lumia 520, Lumia 525, Lumia 535, Lumia 620 and Lumia 720 handsets in India. Now the company has started rolling out Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 with Lumia Denim for Indian customers who own the Nokia Lumia 1020.You will receive a notification when the update is available for download, but you can also manually check for the update by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates and follow the on-screen instructions.
Before downloading the update, make sure you have at least 1.5GB of free space on your device, and ensure your battery is appropriately (at least 50%) charged.
The Lumia update brings the 3051.50009.1451.1002/8.10.14234.375 software version along with the following new features and improvements to the Lumia 1020
- Cortana, the most personal digital assistant, is now available also in the UK and China. New features for Cortana include improved natural language, car kit integration for contacts using Bluetooth, snooze reminders, and calendar improvements. Cortana even does character impersonations upon request.
- Organise and further personalise your start screen easily. Group apps into a folder on the start screen, rename the folder, and rearrange tiles inside the folder for greater personalisation.
- Improved Glance screen with Bing Weather or Bing Health & Fitness data, in addition to time and date, notifications, and app data.
- Updates to the Lumia Storyteller and Lumia Selfie apps. Available from Store.
- Connect and browse even faster with improved download speeds on mobile websites.
- Install phone updates more easily by scheduling them for a time that works best for you.
- Additional improvements to stability, battery performance, push notifications, WiFi connectivity, consumer VPN support, Apps Corner, merging and forwarding text messages, custom snooze times in the Alarms app, Store Live Tile (available in the US only), and more.
| Here's all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1 |
| Here's all you need to know about Lumia Denim |
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The Nokia Lumia 1020 has a distinct design as a result of its massive 41MP PureView camera protruding from its back. Interestingly Nokia chose a similar design for its camera on the Nokia Lumia 830. But how does the new device compare to the veteran camera champ?
The Lumia 830 is pitched as an "affordable" flagship, and Nokia (and Microsoft) want to give attention to its 10MP Pureview camera with (OIS) Optical Image Stabilization.
Given that the Lumia 830 is is nearly two years younger than the 1020, and it reaps the benefits: a more powerful Snapdragon processor; integrated wireless charging; a larger display with smaller bezels; a removable battery; expandable memory; changeable back covers; a slimmer, more modern industrial design … the list goes on.
The smaller, leaner size of the Lumia 830 also makes it easier to pocket and hold. It even sits more comfortably on the table, while the camera on the Lumia 1020 doesn't allow you to place it comfortably.
But when you compare cameras, the 41MP sensor on the Lumia 1020, which includes digital oversampling and xenon flash, utterly dominates the 10MP camera on its younger sibling. Also, the so called "affordable" Lumia 830 is actually $100 costlier than the Lumia 1020.
Interestingly the camera app launches much faster on the Lumia 830, thanks to its quad-core processor. It even snaps photos at a much faster speed, despite having only half the RAM of its older sibling. This is also because the older Snapdragon S4 processor has to handle a much larger 41MP camera, while the quad-core Snapdragon 400 has only a 10MP camera to deal with. The Lumia 830 camera will perform even better with the updated Lumia Camera version 5, which is unfortunately not available for the older Lumia 1020.
Still the Lumia 830 does improve on the Lumia 1020 in certain aspects. For example its minimum focal range is 10cm compared to the 15cm on the Lumia 1020, allowing the newer device to get much closer to subjects. Nokia has also greatly improved the software, removing any tinting which shows up on the Lumia 1020.
Interestingly, despite the jump from a dual-core to a quad-core processor, the Lumia 1020 and Lumia 830 perform almost in par, with the newer handset getting only a slight edge in day to day use. When it comes to games however, the four-core power does shine brighter.
At the end of the day, the Lumia 1020 may seem like the better choice with its 41MP PureView camera, Xenon Flash and digital zoom. However you should only pick it up if you are strictly looking for the better camera. The Lumia 830 on the other hand is always going to be the better purchase in every other way. In any case, we would recommend that users consider the more powerful Lumia 930 (Lumia Icon) or Lumia 1520 which offers even better cameras and hardware, and doesn't cost much more than the so called "affordable" flagship.
Nokia Lumia 830 vs Nokia Lumia 1020
The Nokia Lumia 1020 has a distinct design as a result of its massive 41MP PureView camera protruding from its back. Interestingly Nokia chose a similar design for its camera on the Nokia Lumia 830. But how does the new device compare to the veteran camera champ?
The Lumia 830 is pitched as an "affordable" flagship, and Nokia (and Microsoft) want to give attention to its 10MP Pureview camera with (OIS) Optical Image Stabilization.
Given that the Lumia 830 is is nearly two years younger than the 1020, and it reaps the benefits: a more powerful Snapdragon processor; integrated wireless charging; a larger display with smaller bezels; a removable battery; expandable memory; changeable back covers; a slimmer, more modern industrial design … the list goes on.
The smaller, leaner size of the Lumia 830 also makes it easier to pocket and hold. It even sits more comfortably on the table, while the camera on the Lumia 1020 doesn't allow you to place it comfortably.
But when you compare cameras, the 41MP sensor on the Lumia 1020, which includes digital oversampling and xenon flash, utterly dominates the 10MP camera on its younger sibling. Also, the so called "affordable" Lumia 830 is actually $100 costlier than the Lumia 1020.
Interestingly the camera app launches much faster on the Lumia 830, thanks to its quad-core processor. It even snaps photos at a much faster speed, despite having only half the RAM of its older sibling. This is also because the older Snapdragon S4 processor has to handle a much larger 41MP camera, while the quad-core Snapdragon 400 has only a 10MP camera to deal with. The Lumia 830 camera will perform even better with the updated Lumia Camera version 5, which is unfortunately not available for the older Lumia 1020.
Still the Lumia 830 does improve on the Lumia 1020 in certain aspects. For example its minimum focal range is 10cm compared to the 15cm on the Lumia 1020, allowing the newer device to get much closer to subjects. Nokia has also greatly improved the software, removing any tinting which shows up on the Lumia 1020.
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Interestingly, despite the jump from a dual-core to a quad-core processor, the Lumia 1020 and Lumia 830 perform almost in par, with the newer handset getting only a slight edge in day to day use. When it comes to games however, the four-core power does shine brighter.
At the end of the day, the Lumia 1020 may seem like the better choice with its 41MP PureView camera, Xenon Flash and digital zoom. However you should only pick it up if you are strictly looking for the better camera. The Lumia 830 on the other hand is always going to be the better purchase in every other way. In any case, we would recommend that users consider the more powerful Lumia 930 (Lumia Icon) or Lumia 1520 which offers even better cameras and hardware, and doesn't cost much more than the so called "affordable" flagship.
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source - The Verge | Gizmodo
Leaked images show likely Lumia 1020 successor
The Lumia 1020 is a unique looking device with an enormous 41-megapixel camera attached to its back. This photo-centric smartphone was released around 15 months ago, and despite rumors, there hasn't been any physical evidence of its successor - until now.
These recently discovered images show a device with similar dimensions of the Lumia 1020 sporting a combination of aluminum and polycarbonate materials. While its more than likely that the device is a clever fake, the general overall look indicates that it could be the Microsoft's rumored McLaren, which the company decided to canceled in July.
The McLaren was expected to succeed the Lumia 1020 and arrive sometime in December. It was also expected to feature a 3D Touch UI, with Xbox Kinect-like gestures for Windows Phone. Microsoft is continuing to look into 3D Touch for future smartphones, but decided to scrape McLaren's 2014 launch.
A closer look at the alleged prototype shows a few other differences from the Lumia 1020, mainly that an LED flash has replaced the Xenon and the physical hardware buttons on the bezel have been replaced with software buttons.
source - The Verge | Gizmodo
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Other hardware on the Lumia 1020 are quickly getting outdated. It features a 4.5 inch AMOLED display with a 768 x 1280 pixel resolution, 32GB of internal storage with no microSD expansion and a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus processor from Qualcomm.
Still this is a great deal for $339 and the camera is still one of the best in the market. However with a device over a year old, its important to keep in mind that a successor may very well be in the works... If you are still interested in investing in the Lumia 1020, just keep in mind that this is an AT&T device though it is contract free, so it would only likely work with AT&T and its MVNOs.
source - WPCentral
Get the Nokia Lumia 1020 with its 41MP camera for just $339
The Nokia Lumia 1020 for AT&T is now being sold at just $339 through the Microsoft Store and through Amazon. Despite being over a year old, the Lumia 1020 has the unique inclusion of a massive 41MP and has still to see a successor take its place.
Other hardware on the Lumia 1020 are quickly getting outdated. It features a 4.5 inch AMOLED display with a 768 x 1280 pixel resolution, 32GB of internal storage with no microSD expansion and a dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus processor from Qualcomm.
Still this is a great deal for $339 and the camera is still one of the best in the market. However with a device over a year old, its important to keep in mind that a successor may very well be in the works... If you are still interested in investing in the Lumia 1020, just keep in mind that this is an AT&T device though it is contract free, so it would only likely work with AT&T and its MVNOs.
| BUY NOW | Microsoft Store | Amazon |
source - WPCentral
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The Windows Phone Support team has confirmed that the Nokia Lumia 1020 and Nokia Lumia 1520 on AT&T along with the Nokia Lumia 920 on T-Mobile Germany are now eligible to receive the Lumia Cyan update even if they are running the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview.
source - Microsoft (Twitter)
Lumia Cyan now available for some Developer Preview devices
As you may know, those running the Windows Phone Developer Preview are not eligible for the Lumia Cyan update and have to revert back to the commercial version of Windows Phone 8.0 in order to receive Nokia's custom update. Fortunately it looks like Microsoft has rectified the issue for some devices.
The Windows Phone Support team has confirmed that the Nokia Lumia 1020 and Nokia Lumia 1520 on AT&T along with the Nokia Lumia 920 on T-Mobile Germany are now eligible to receive the Lumia Cyan update even if they are running the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview.
Hello Folks,
As part of our effort to resolve the issue with updating to Cyan while on the Preview for Developer program, we have rolled out the Cyan update to three specific device types this afternoon.Microsoft's Greg Sullivan (@gregwardo) has also confirmed this on Twitter:
Customers on the following devices and participating in the Preview for Developer program can now take the Cyan update:
- Nokia Lumia 1020 – Branded on AT&T
- Nokia Lumia 1520 – Branded on AT&T
We continue to work on releasing the other devices to receive Cyan as part of the Preview for Developer program and hope to have more information in the future.
- Nokia Lumia 920 – Branded T-Mobile Germany
Thank you.
Cyan update rolling to #WindowsPhone developer preview Lumia 1020 and 1520 on ATT, T-Mo Germany Lumia 920. More soon...
— Greg Sullivan (@gregwardo) August 26, 2014Its likely that Microsoft is making sure they have fixed the issue by issuing the update to a few devices to begin with. We can be sure that the other handsets will also be able to enjoy Lumia Cyan soon. If you own one of the above devices, please leave us a comment and let us know if you have received the Lumia Cyan update. You can also manually check for the update on your device by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates. | Here's all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 |
| Here's all you need to know about Nokia's Lumia Cyan |
 | When will my device receive Windows Phone 8.1 |
source - Microsoft (Twitter)
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Obviously capturing a clip at a concert is a common practice and our trusty smartphones and usually tasked with getting it done successfully. So how do you think the flagships faired? Do you agree that the Nokia Lumia lineup has superior audio video capturing capabilities? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
source - Nokia
Nokia Lumia 1020 takes on competitors in a concert test
The Nokia Lumia 1020 and the Nokia Lumia 930 go up against competing flagships like the Apple iPhone 5s, Samsung Galaxy S5, HTC One M8, LG G3 and the Sony Xperia Z2 to prove which one was the best at capturing audio and visual elements at a noisy concert.
Obviously capturing a clip at a concert is a common practice and our trusty smartphones and usually tasked with getting it done successfully. So how do you think the flagships faired? Do you agree that the Nokia Lumia lineup has superior audio video capturing capabilities? Share your thoughts in the comments section below.
source - Nokia
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We recently saw international variants of the Nokia Lumia 1020 receive the Windows Phone 8.1 update with Lumia Cyan. Now the update is being made available for at A&T version of Nokia's 41MP camera flagship in the U.S.
Those who are running the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview may have already been updated to Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, which includes features like Live Tile folders and more.
source - AT&T
Nokia Lumia 1020 for AT&T receives Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan
We recently saw international variants of the Nokia Lumia 1020 receive the Windows Phone 8.1 update with Lumia Cyan. Now the update is being made available for at A&T version of Nokia's 41MP camera flagship in the U.S.With Windows Phone 8.1 your Lumia 1020 will get access to great new features like Cortana, a personal virtual assistant built to manage your life. Cortana will allow you to set reminders by people as well as by time or location. Your device will also get several other features and enhancements including the Action Center which manages your incoming notifications along with the ability to set a background wallpaper for your Live tiles. You can learn more about Windows Phone 8.1 and the Lumia Cyan enhancements using the following links:
| Here's all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 |
| Here's all you need to know about Nokia's Lumia Cyan |
| When will my device receive Windows Phone 8.1 |
The update will be pushed out OTA to handsets running Windows Phone 8.0, and users are advised to have their battery fully charged and their devices connected to Wi-Fi before downloading the update. You can also manually check for the update on your device by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates.
Those who are running the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview may have already been updated to Windows Phone 8.1 Update 1, which includes features like Live Tile folders and more.
source - AT&T
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Microsoft is rolling out the Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan for the Nokia Lumia 1020 in Canada, UAE, India and UK. Microsoft has announced that the Lumia 1020 on Rogers and Telus in Canada will be receiving the update. They also announced the availability of the update for the Indian market. In the UK, Lumia 1020 users on Vodafone and O2 have reportedly been receiving the update, while certain users in the UAE have also reported receiving the update on their handsets.
Nokia Lumia 1020 receives Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan in Canada, UAE, India and UK
Microsoft is rolling out the Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan for the Nokia Lumia 1020 in Canada, UAE, India and UK. Microsoft has announced that the Lumia 1020 on Rogers and Telus in Canada will be receiving the update. They also announced the availability of the update for the Indian market. In the UK, Lumia 1020 users on Vodafone and O2 have reportedly been receiving the update, while certain users in the UAE have also reported receiving the update on their handsets.With Windows Phone 8.1 your Lumia 1020 will get access to great new features like Cortana, a personal virtual assistant built to manage your life. Cortana will allow you to set reminders by people as well as by time or location. Your device will also get several other features and enhancements including the Action Center which manages your incoming notifications along with the ability to set a background wallpaper for your Live tiles. You can learn more about Windows Phone 8.1 and the Lumia Cyan enhancements using the following links:
| Here's all you need to know about Windows Phone 8.1 |
| Here's all you need to know about Nokia's Lumia Cyan |
| When will my device receive Windows Phone 8.1 |
The update will be pushed out OTA to handsets running Windows Phone 8.0, and users are advised to have their battery fully charged and their devices connected to Wi-Fi before downloading the update. You can also manually check for the update on your device by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates.
[UPDATE #1] The Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan is also rolling out for the Lumia 1020 is various other regions including Australia and Sri Lanka... Please check if the update is available for your Lumia 1020 and leave us a comment if you have received the update on your device.
source - Nokia (Twitter) | WPCentral | ThePocketTech
[UPDATE #1] The Windows Phone 8.1 with Lumia Cyan is also rolling out for the Lumia 1020 is various other regions including Australia and Sri Lanka... Please check if the update is available for your Lumia 1020 and leave us a comment if you have received the update on your device.
source - Nokia (Twitter) | WPCentral | ThePocketTech
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The Nokia Lumia 1020 with its 41MP camera is available for just $49 through Amazon, for anyone willing to sign a two-year contract with AT&T. The offer is open for those looking to open a new AT&T account, upgrade an existing account or simply want to add a new line to your existing account.
If the camera is one of your smartphones main purposes, you are getting the best in the market with the Lumia 1020. AT&T is even adding a $100 bill credit which means you're practically being paid to take this phone out of Amazon's inventory.
You can grab the deal while it lasts, directly from Amazon using the following link
source - Amazon
Nokia Lumia 1020 available for $49 on Amazon with contract
The Nokia Lumia 1020 with its 41MP camera is available for just $49 through Amazon, for anyone willing to sign a two-year contract with AT&T. The offer is open for those looking to open a new AT&T account, upgrade an existing account or simply want to add a new line to your existing account.The 41MP camera on the Lumia 1020 comes with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) for both photos and video which keeps your photos from getting blurry. You also get a Xenon flash which lights up your photos in low light conditions.
Other specs include a 4.5 inch AMOLED display with a 768 by 1280 pixel resolution, 32GB of internal storage a secondary 1.2MP camera for video calls, 4G LTE connectivity, a 2000mAh battery and a 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus processor with 2GB of RAM.
If the camera is one of your smartphones main purposes, you are getting the best in the market with the Lumia 1020. AT&T is even adding a $100 bill credit which means you're practically being paid to take this phone out of Amazon's inventory.
You can grab the deal while it lasts, directly from Amazon using the following link
source - Amazon
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The voiceover for the video was recorded with an external mic an the video was edited using Adobe Premiere CS6.
What do you think of the Lumia 1020's photo capture ability? Stay tuned for some photo samples captured during this trip in the coming week.
source - Nokia Conversations
Nokia Lumia 1020 - Photo samples in Puerto Rico by Stephen Alvarez from National Geographic
National Geographic photographer Stephen Alvare, recently travelled to Puerto Rico with the winners of the Photograph for Nokia in Puerto Rico photography competition. While there they travelled the island documenting the natural beauty of a place on their Nokia Lumia 1020 smartphones.
The voiceover for the video was recorded with an external mic an the video was edited using Adobe Premiere CS6.
What do you think of the Lumia 1020's photo capture ability? Stay tuned for some photo samples captured during this trip in the coming week.
source - Nokia Conversations
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You can see click on the images below for higher resolution samples.
You can check out the author's verdict and take on each of these photos by heading over to the source link below
source - AllAboutWindowsPhone
Nokia Lumia 1020 vs. Sony Xperia Z1 Compact - Camera Comparison
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The Sony Xperia Z1 has already gone up against the Nokia Lumia 1020 in several camera tests. This time, we see its smaller sibling, the Xperia Z1 Compact take a shot at Nokia's camera flagship. Sony claims super results and lossless digital zoom, PureView-style - but how will this compare against the larger optics, sensor, OIS and Xenon flash on the Lumia 1020.
You can see click on the images below for higher resolution samples.
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You can check out the author's verdict and take on each of these photos by heading over to the source link below
source - AllAboutWindowsPhone
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Nokia's high-end Lumia models are known for their ability to capture amazing low light photos. Now the Finnish handset manufacturer wants to give us the opportunity to win one of their best handset at low light photography - the Nokia Lumia 1020.
In order to win it all you have to do is share a picture you've snapped in low-light and send it to Nokia via Instagram, with the hashtag #LumiaLowLight. The photo must uploaded before 12 PM GMT on February 28th. The contest is open internationally to anyone over the age of 13.
A three judge panel will evaluate the entries based on a number of factors, including creativity (how well the pictures appear in low light) and quality before selecting a winner. The grand prize winner and that person will win a Lumia 1020 along with a pro camera grip and a camera bag. The winner will be notified via Instagram at 6 PM GMT, February 28th. Once notified, the winner has seven days to confirm the victory by replying to an email sent by Nokia. The prize will be sent out on or before April 1st.
In the meantime, Nokia has posted some low-light pictures so you can see what it is looking for in the way of entries. You can check them out in the sideshow below.
source - Nokia
Win a Nokia Lumia 1020 by submitting your low-light photograph
Nokia's high-end Lumia models are known for their ability to capture amazing low light photos. Now the Finnish handset manufacturer wants to give us the opportunity to win one of their best handset at low light photography - the Nokia Lumia 1020.
In order to win it all you have to do is share a picture you've snapped in low-light and send it to Nokia via Instagram, with the hashtag #LumiaLowLight. The photo must uploaded before 12 PM GMT on February 28th. The contest is open internationally to anyone over the age of 13.
A three judge panel will evaluate the entries based on a number of factors, including creativity (how well the pictures appear in low light) and quality before selecting a winner. The grand prize winner and that person will win a Lumia 1020 along with a pro camera grip and a camera bag. The winner will be notified via Instagram at 6 PM GMT, February 28th. Once notified, the winner has seven days to confirm the victory by replying to an email sent by Nokia. The prize will be sent out on or before April 1st.
In the meantime, Nokia has posted some low-light pictures so you can see what it is looking for in the way of entries. You can check them out in the sideshow below.
source - Nokia