When a Lumia 925 customer asked T-Mobile when the Lumia 925 will be updated to Windows Phone 8.1, the customer's support team responded to say that the update was planned for later this year.

@DreamSSociety_ We are planning an update to WP 8.1 for Lumia 521 and 925 later this year. Keep an eye on http://t.co/zVFbFPUQUA ^JW
— T-Mobile USA (@TMobileHelp) August 22, 2014

This will obviously frustrate T-Mobile customers who will have to wait to enjoy features like Cortana, Action Center and the Swype style keyboard while AT&T customers are enjoying them. Hopefully the UNCarrier will turn this around and speed up delivering the Windows Phone 8.1 update to their customers.


source: T-Mobile (Twitter) | WPCentral


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The Nokia Lumia 521 for T-Mobile will cost you just $59.99 between now and March 19th and you won't even need to sign a contract. The Nokia Lumia 521 has been a huge hit in the U.S. while its twin, the Nokia Lumia 520, has amassed strong sales both in the U.S. and in emerging markets. Both models are entry-level Windows Phone 8 devices that provide good value for the price.

The deal is being offered through Newegg and you will need to use the EMCPGWG83 coupon code during checkout to get the $30 discount. The device regularly costs $89.99 through the retailer. There is a limit of two phones per person and the handset will be locked on T-Mobile's network.



The Nokia Lumia 521 features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512 MB of RAM. You get access to exclusive Nokia services like HERE maps and access to Microsoft Office and Xbox games.

While the device doesn't offer top shelf hardware specifications, this is still an amazing value for money for anyone looking to make calls, play the occasional game, take pictures in the daylight and help get you from one place to another.


source - Newegg | UnwiredView

The Microsoft Store is running a great deal where you can bundle a no-contract Nokia Lumia phone and a 12-month Xbox Music Pass for just $99. You can choose between Nokia Lumia 520 for AT&T and Nokia Lumia 521 for T-Mobile.

This offer is available in select Microsoft retail and online stores in US, so take advantage of it before it gets sold out.

It’s music to your ears
 The No Contract Nokia Lumia 520 and 521 not only take great pictures, they make your music sound great, too. And now, for a limited time, you can get a full year of your favorite songs when you bundle one of these great-sounding phones with a 12-month Xbox Music Pass. You’ll get access to millions of songs anywhere you are. 

Nokia Lumia 520 or 521
 Powered by Windows Phone 8, the Nokia Lumia 520 and 521 come with a powerful 1 GHz dual core processor, a responsive touchscreen, digital lenses that make taking super-sharp pictures a snap, and a host of features that make this the useful and fun smartphone you’ll want. Plus, they come with great-sounding audio built right in, so you can plug in a your earphones and take your favorite songs with you, anywhere you go. 

30 million songs, any way you want them
 Your Xbox Music Pass lets you search for and play music from one of the largest digital music catalogs on the planet. Discover new releases or groove to your old-school favorites—it’s all there. With 30 million songs, you could listen for over 80 years and never hear the same song twice.

So head over to the Microsoft Store and check out the offer for yourself.


source - WMPowerUser

You can learn more about the promotion by following the source link below.


source - Nokia

The Nokia Lumia 520 on AT&T and the Nokia Lumia 521 on T-Mobile are two of the most popular Windows Phones in the market. Both handset are offered at very affordable priced and perform extremely well. Additionally they have been treated to several sales and discounts which has resulted in a huge customer appeal.

Now the Microsoft Store is offering the Lumia 521 for T-Mobile at $69 and the Lumia 520 for AT&T at $59, which is an amazing deal. Especially when you consider that these rates are for contract free devices.


Head over to the Microsoft Store to get either the Lumia 521 or the Lumia 520 and leave us a comment and let us know which one you choose.


source - AllAboutWindowsPhone

MetroPCS is currently offering the Nokia Lumia 521 for just $29 after rebates.You’ll have to pay $49 up front (+tax), but you get $20 back after 2 months of service. Also, there is no need to sign up for contract under this offer.

Much like the Nokia Lumia 520, the Lumia 521 features a 4 inch super sensitive ISP LCD display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera, a 1430 mAh battery, WiFi, Bluetooth and a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM.

As a Nokia device you also get access to exclusive apps like Nokia MixRadio, HERE Drive and HERE Maps. The 4G handset also supports WiFi calling, which can be savings on your bill or helpful where you don't have a strong signal.

Remember this is a limited time offer, so head over to the source link for more information on how you can get in on this deal


source - MetroPCS

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• Nokia Lumia 521 - Specifications

Its popularity grew due to its affordable $150 off-contract price which has since reduced to as low as $95 through select retailers.




The Lumia 521 is physically identical to the Lumia 520, but is only available in White. Luckily the Microsoft Store offers the colored shells for the Lumia 520 for just $12 which should perfectly with the Lumia 521.


UNBOXING

Wherever you choose to purchase the Lumia 521, it will come in an extravagant T-mobile package. The carrier clearly wants the customer to know that the device is best suited for the T-Mobile network, though it should work find on AT&T or any other GSM network around the world. We chose to purchase our device from the Microsoft Store as they were willing to match the price set by any retailer.


Despite overdoing it with the packaging, the Lumia 521 only comes with a simple USB cable for syncing your data and a power cable for charging your device. T-Mobile has also included a SIM card ready for activation on their network along with the usual manuals and booklets to get you started with your brand new Windows Phone.


HARDWARE

The device itself features a rectangular front with tapered edges. It fits nicely in your hand, but its shell is extremely slippery when using the device and we found it slipping out of our hands in more than one occasion. The device is mostly constructed out of basic plastic, but it feels sturdy and solid in the hand.


The back cover (shell) can be easily removed to gain access to the micro SIM and microSD card slots. As we mentioned before you can easily interchange this back shells to customize the look of your device.


The speaker is also located in the lower right side of its rear. Sometime we found quite frustrating as your audio level is reduced when the phone is seated on its back.

All the buttons are located on the right side of the device with the volume rocker on top, the power/lock key in the center and the dedicated camera key at the bottom. The keys are easy enough to press, but you have to use your entire thumb as pressing with your fingertips causes the phone to (almost always) slip out of your hands. The two stage camera shutter key on the other hand is best placed for two handed use and a long press of the camera key will even wake a locked device and take you directly into the camera.


On the top of the device you will find the standard 3.5 mm headphone jack and since the Lumia 521 packaging does not include a free pair of headphones, you will have to add a pair of your own.


The micro USB port is located at the bottom of the device and can be used to sync your device with a computer or to transfer your files. Nokia has provided a short microUSB cable in the packaging, but you may need a longer cable to connect your Lumia 521 to a larger computer.


The Lumia 521 has a 4 inch IPS LCD display which has a 480 by 800 pixel resolution. The display itself is reasonably good for a device of its class with acceptable viewing angles and pixel density. At its full brightness the Lumia 521 performs quite well outdoors, and while the screen does tend to get dirty at times, it quite easy to clean. Like most Lumia models, the Lumia 521 features a super sensitive touch layer that allows you to use your device even if you have your gloves on.

Above the display you will find the speaker grill above the Nokia Logo. The Lumia 521 also has an ambient light sensor and a proximity sensor located above the display, but they are not openly visible. The Lumia 521 unfortunately doesn't feature a front facing camera, which is one of the compromises of its lower price.


Below the display you which include a ular Windows Phone keys which include a back button, a Windows button and a Search button


You get 8GB of internal storage with your Lumia 521 which you can choose to expand through the microSD card slot. The internal storage should be more than ample for regular users as your photos can be easily stored on SkyDrive to save space. However if you want to install and play many games you will have to consider investing in a microSD card.

The device features a 21.1Mbps HSPA+ modem which translates into 4G speeds (not LTE though). You also have Wi-Fi connectivity, Bluetooth along with A-GPS to take advantage of HERE Drive, Maps and Transit.

The Lumia 521 is powered by a 1GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 Plus processor with 512MB of RAM. While it may not have the same power displayed in the newest Nokia Lumia 1020, the device is more than capable of smoothly running nearly every app in the Windows Phone Store.


SOFTWARE

The Lumia 521 runs the newest version of Windows Phone 8 which includes the dynamic live tiles, kids corner and Nokia services like HERE offline maps. You even have Nokia exclusive camera lenses, but you won't get much use of them from your regular 5 MP camera.

The web browsing in managed by Internet Explorer mobile, which does an OK job browsing most websites. Websites with heavy graphics tend to take a little longer to render, but you should generally have no issues doing some quick browsing.

The Photos app on Windows Phone lets you browse through the images on your device along with the photos on your SkyDrive. You can use the Nokia Creative Studio app to further edit your photos.

The music player sorts your tunes by artist, album or playlist. The location of the speaker is quite frustrating though as the audio sounds muffled when your device is placed on a table. You can access your music collection through the Music+Videos app or using Nokia Music.

You can learn all about Windows Phone 8 in our exclusive review below.



CAMERA

The handset has a single 5 megapixel camera located at its rear but lacks an LED flash. While its definitely is far from the best camera from Nokia, it takes decent daytime photographs. As most phones in its category, the Lumia 521 captures a maximum of HD 720p definition, and it comes out with smooth 30fps.

The Lumia 521 has a pretty basic camera interface with a few presets including, a macro mode. You can set your backlight, ISO, white balance, exposure and aspect ratio. The automatic mode on the Lumia 521 works quite well, producing accurate colors and detail in your photos during daylight. We even appreciated the color representation on the camera during low light photos, but were put off by the amount of noise.

You can download the Panorama and Cinemagraph apps (if they are not installed already) from the Windows Phone Store to further enhance the camera experience.


CALL QUALITY

The call quality on Lumia 521 is average in most cases, where we were able to make and receive calls without any issues. There were some cases when a lower signal would produce some distortion in the receiving end, but we didn't see anything to complain about in most cases.


BATTERY

The battery as we mentioned before is accessible and replaceable. Nokia promises nine and a half hours of 3G talk time and 61 hours of music playback with the device. While we weren't able to confirm these specs in our tests, the 1430 mAh battery was able to last through a work day with some vigorous all round use.


CONCLUSION

All in all, the Nokia Lumia 521 is one of the best value for your money devices available at this time. You get the smooth flowing Live Tile Windows Phone OS backed by some very responsive hardware, and even though the Lumia 521 is an entry level device in performs in par with most Windows Phones.

Nokia even sweetens the deal by adding some unique features like the super sensitive touch display, which can be operated with your gloves, and the free HERE offline navigation suite.

But the best feature of the Nokia Lumia 521 by far is its price, which sometimes drops as low as $85. This puts it in the range of feature phones, and even the lowest Android smartphones cant match this price most of the time. The Lumia 521 is clearly unmatched as one of the best valued all rounders and is a worthy choice for your next smartphone.

The Nokia Lumia 521 is T-Mobile's variant of the Nokia Lumia 520 and has risen in popularity due to its stellar specs combined with an unbeatable price. It was initially introduced at just $150 off contract on T-Mobile, and later discounted to $135. But the Home Shopping Network (HSN) has been offering even biggest discounts on the device, offering it for $129.95 and then as low as $99.95.

Now you can get the device for an even lower $80 without a contract on HSN, which is an amazing price for a full featured smartphone.

All you have to do is enter the 135235 coupon code and you get the price down to $80 from the marked $99.95 price. So for the $80 you get Windows Phone 8 device with a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM.

You can also check out the deal on the Nokia Lumia 1020 which is being offered at a discounted $140 on contract through Amazon.

The Nokia Amber update has started rolling out globally to Windows Phone 8 devices alongside Microsoft's own GDR2 improvements. The update is being pushed out in waves to the Nokia Lumia 520, Nokia Lumia 521, Nokia Lumia 620, Nokia Lumia 720, Nokia Lumia 810, Nokia Lumia 820, Nokia Lumia 822, Nokia Lumia 920 and Nokia Lumia 928.

The first waves which are being delivered over-the-air (OTA) have already started appearing on Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 handsets around the world, with the Lumia 521, Lumia 810 and Lumia 928 in the US also partaking in the latest Windows Phone software.
So what exactly can we expect from the Amber update on our Nokia Lumia Windows Phone 8 devices? Here are some of the key features

• Take better pictures with the improved camera – better low light photos, improved autofocus, enhanced noise filter and more;
• After the update, download Nokia Smart Camera app – choose your best shot, capture a sequence of motion, select the best faces, remove unwanted objects. Available from the Store app in your Lumia phone;
• In addition to Nokia Smart Camera, owners of the Lumia 920 and 928 models will also be able to benefit from the Nokia Pro Cam app (see also http://nokia.ly/16S6hRW )
• Tune in to your favourite stations with the new FM radio (not available for Lumia 620 or 928);
• Switch on Nokia the Glance screen – see the clock and battery status even when your phone is locked (not available for Lumia 520);
• Flip to silence – simply flip your phone face down to stop it ringing;
• Lumia colour profile added – Adjust your screen’s colour profile;
• High sensitive touch added for Lumia 620;
• And as well as these great new features, you’ll also benefit from stability, network connectivity, battery performance, and other usability improvements to your Nokia Lumia phone.

The budget friendly Nokia Lumia 521 for T-Mobile is now receiving the GDR2 (Microsoft) and Amber (Nokia) updates alongside the discontinued yet popular Nokia Lumia 810. The GDR2  (10327/8) update from Microsoft will bring new features like FM radio, call and SMS filters, improvements for Xbox Music and Internet Explorer, Data Sense, a resolution to the Other storage issue and more. Meanwhile the Amber component of the update comes from Nokia and adds new Nokia based features like Smart Cam, double-tap to wake, flip to silence and many more improvements.

The update is generally pushed out in waves over-the-air (OTA) and you should receive a notification once it is available in your region for your device. If you have set updates to be downloaded automatically you should receive a notification once the update is ready to be installed on your device. You can also manually check for the update availability by heading to Settings > Phone Update > Check for Updates.



Make sure your battery is fully charged and that you are connected to a Wi-Fi connection before initiating the update, which should take around 10 - 20 minutes to complete. Once the update is completed the phone should restart one last time before it is ready for use.


The update is also being rolled out to the international Nokia Lumia 920 and the Nokia Lumia 928 for Veirzon.

The Nokia Lumia 521 is now available on MetroPCS and costs $99 off contract. Considering T-Mobile is in the process of migrating MetroPCS customers over to their own phones and services, it is really no surprise to see a MetroPCS variant of a phone that has been clearly associated with T-Mobile.

The price is $50 lower than it retails on T-Mobile, giving potential customers yet another reason to choose the popular Lumia 521 as their new smartphone.

The Lumia 521 has been hugely successful for T-Mobile having sold out and HSN, Walmart and T-Mobile. While $150 was already a very reasonable price for this handset, it was further discounted to $99.95 on HSN to further boost its sales.

Now for $99 you get an entry level Windows Phone 8 device which features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM.


Yesterday we saw the Nokia Lumia 520 make an early entry on AT&T making it clear that AT&T wanted to beat its competitor to the market with their own version of the Lumia 521 at a reduced price.

You can grab one for yourself by following the source link below.


source - MetroPCS

If you are interested in grabbing the deal, you better hurry by following the source link below, as it may not last for very long.


source - HSN

The Nokia Lumia 521 for T-Mobile was put on sale through the Home Shopping Network (HSN) back in April for $149. The deal included a car charger and a screen protector and turned out to be a pretty sweet deal considering the hardware the Lumia 521 had to offer. HSN managed to sell out all 400 units they had in stock and later Walmart followed up by selling out the device in 60 minutes.

HSN would later restock the handset and give users another chance to get the Lumia 521 at its affordable price.

Now the handset is being offered at an even better price of $129.95, which is $20 lesser than its original price.


The Lumia 521 is a Windows Phone 8 device which features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM.

If you cannot afford to pay the $129.95 upfront, you can choose the flexpay option of five equal, interest free payments of $25.99. You can follow the source code below if you are interested in getting your hands on the handset.


source - HSN

The Nokia Lumia 521 went on sale at the Home Shopping Network (HSN) last month for an off contract $149.95 price. The device game bundled with a car charger and a screen protector. The 400 units that HSN had on sale sold out and the device even sold out later on Walmart and T-Mobile pre-paid.

Now this entry-level Windows Phone is back in stock at HSN and will cost you $149.95, which can be paid off in four equal installments of  $37.49, with free shipping and handling included.

Now keep in mind that this is not the best Windows Phone in the market but it is the cheapest. The Lumia 521 features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM.

The 4 inch display is generous for an entry level handset and it comes with Nokia's Super Sensitive touch which allows you to operate the display even when you are wearing gloves or if you have long fingernails.

The other great thing about this handset is that is runs a dual-core processor across its entire range. This means that whether you own an expensive Nokia Lumia 920 or a Lumia 521 you will have the same processor powering your device with the same smooth jitter free modern tile based experience.

I was quite surprised to see many reputed tech sites actually put down this device. But for its $150 contract free price, I doubt you will find a replacement from the Android or iOS world which can give you this much.


source - HSN

Users looking for an affordable Windows Phone 8 device will likely have their eyes on the Nokia Lumia 520. Meanwhile if you are living in the U.S. T-Mobile their own variant of the device, the Nokia Lumia 521. The Lumia 521 was first announced earlier this month but T-Mobile did not reveal pricing or availability information back then.

Now they have reported that the handset will be released on April 27th during a special event and will cost less than $150.



This will be the first time T-Mobile and a Nokia smartphone will be featured at  HSN's bi-annual Innovation Weekend. The Windows Phone 8 handset will cost $149.95 and will come bundled with a car charger and screen protector. Users will have have a flex pay option if they require one.

The Lumia 521 features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512 MB of RAM. The device also features exclusive Nokia applications such as Nokia Music, Cinemagraph, Creative Studio, Panorama, Smart Shoot and HERE Drive, Maps and Transit.

Following its HSN debut the Lumia 521 will be available on May 11 through Microsoft Retail Stores for $149 and through Walmart with a $30 per month unlimited Web and text plan from T-Mobile. The device will be available through T-Mobile retail channels at a later date.

The Nokia Lumia 521 is a Windows Phone 8 smartphone which is a variant of the affordable Nokia Lumia 520. It will be available exclusively in the U.S. through T-Mobile. The device features a 4.0 inch touch display, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5MP camera capable of 720p HD video capture and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512 MB of RAM.

T-Mobile has announced the upcoming availability of the Nokia Lumia 521, the carrier's own version of the affordable Nokia Lumia 520 Windows Phone 8 device. The Lumia 521 offers a range of high end features at an affordable price on T-Mobile's 4G network.

The Lumia 521 features a super sensitive 4 inch touch display which can be used with gloves during cold weather. It also has a 5 megapixel auto-focus camera capable of 720p HD video capture, 8 GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD and is powered by a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512 MB of RAM.

Additionally purchasing a Nokia device will give you access to Nokia's exclusive app collection including Nokia's HERE Maps, Drive and Transit which will cover all your transportation needs. You will also get Cinemagraph, Creative Studio, Panorama, Smart Shoot which are great photography applications along with  the Nokia Music service which free offers radio style music.

The Lumia 521 will be available starting in May through Walmart, Microsoft Retail Stores and T-Mobile retail channels. Prices have still not been revealed, but we will update this post as soon as it is.