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Although the Lumia 930 was excluded from the Windows 10 preview today due to a scaling issue, it seems the handset is still eligible for a new update in the form of Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2.
The Windows 10 Technical build 10051 for phones, expanded the list of supported handsets, but some users found their devices were being updated to Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 instead of Windows 10. Microsoft even started a thread in their support forum to try and figure out the cause. Since the Lumia 930 was not eligible for this build of Windows 10, it can directly move onto Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2.
Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 brings its own set of improvements, including a new layout in Settings that is clearly more organized with jump lists and a search tool. There are also some other minor cosmetic changes, like the 'All apps' with the arrow near the bottom of the Start screen. Presumably, you will also get the new Bluetooth stack that supports Bluetooth keyboards.
If you own a Lumia 930, you can get Update 2 by downloading the Windows Insider app and signing up for the Fast Track. The phone will check for an update and download the new bits. Windows 10 will not be installed. The build number is 15116.
For now Lumia Icon (Lumia 929) owners seem to be out of luck, as the Verizon exclusive variant of the Lumia 930 will remain without the update until Microsoft resolves Windows 10 compatibility.
source - WindowsCentral
Lumia 930 receives Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 through Windows Insider app
Although the Lumia 930 was excluded from the Windows 10 preview today due to a scaling issue, it seems the handset is still eligible for a new update in the form of Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2.
The Windows 10 Technical build 10051 for phones, expanded the list of supported handsets, but some users found their devices were being updated to Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 instead of Windows 10. Microsoft even started a thread in their support forum to try and figure out the cause. Since the Lumia 930 was not eligible for this build of Windows 10, it can directly move onto Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2.
Windows Phone 8.1 Update 2 brings its own set of improvements, including a new layout in Settings that is clearly more organized with jump lists and a search tool. There are also some other minor cosmetic changes, like the 'All apps' with the arrow near the bottom of the Start screen. Presumably, you will also get the new Bluetooth stack that supports Bluetooth keyboards.
If you own a Lumia 930, you can get Update 2 by downloading the Windows Insider app and signing up for the Fast Track. The phone will check for an update and download the new bits. Windows 10 will not be installed. The build number is 15116.
For now Lumia Icon (Lumia 929) owners seem to be out of luck, as the Verizon exclusive variant of the Lumia 930 will remain without the update until Microsoft resolves Windows 10 compatibility.
source - WindowsCentral
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The Connects community is always something I have been proud to be a part. It introduces you to a world of Lumia and Microsoft technology, and shows how you can use this technology to make a difference in your life. This is the story of a fellow Connects Community member Phil Galloway.
Phil is a digital artist, who paints beautiful Christmas scenes and portraits live using a variety of Microsoft technology, including a Surface Pro 3 tablet, Lumia 930 and Fresh Paint app. Phil is known for winning the Connects MVC award back in September and his excellent tips for painting on your Lumias.
He is joined by fellow Connects community member, Jakob Montrasio who supported the creative direction of the shoot and shot behind the scenes stills with his Lumia 930.
You can check out some of Phil's at below.
Can you think of ways Microsoft technology can help your passion become a reality? Get it touch with the Connects team and see if you can #MakeItHappen like Phil with a #ConnectsTrial.
source - Microsoft
See Phill Galloway's #MakeItHappen story
The Connects community is always something I have been proud to be a part. It introduces you to a world of Lumia and Microsoft technology, and shows how you can use this technology to make a difference in your life. This is the story of a fellow Connects Community member Phil Galloway.
Phil is a digital artist, who paints beautiful Christmas scenes and portraits live using a variety of Microsoft technology, including a Surface Pro 3 tablet, Lumia 930 and Fresh Paint app. Phil is known for winning the Connects MVC award back in September and his excellent tips for painting on your Lumias.
My mission is to develop my traditional methods of art and drawing through mobile technology to produce realistic interpretations in digital paint. I want to fulfil, yet also challenge people’s perception of traditional art by producing engaging works in which people question how it was produced, what medium was used and on what platform it was created on. The Lumia phones along with Surface technology allow me this freedom and it is the viewer’s reactions to the work that drives me to keep learning, innovating and ultimately improving as an artist.Now this talented artist has made his way to Old Spitafields Market in London this Christmas, where he will be exhibiting his work and letting the audience get involved.
He is joined by fellow Connects community member, Jakob Montrasio who supported the creative direction of the shoot and shot behind the scenes stills with his Lumia 930.
You can check out some of Phil's at below.
Can you think of ways Microsoft technology can help your passion become a reality? Get it touch with the Connects team and see if you can #MakeItHappen like Phil with a #ConnectsTrial.
source - Microsoft
DJs
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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source - WPCentral
Nokia Lumia 930 - Video Review
The Nokia Lumia 930 is the newest Windows Phone 8.1 smartphone in the market which brings brand new features like the digital voice assistant Cortana and a new Action Center to manage your incoming calls, texts and other notifications.
Additionally, the Lumia 930 features the Lumia Cyan firmware which enables some advanced features included Miracast, Living Images, Bluetooth 4.0 LE, SensorCore and more.You also get some decent hardware in your hands, like a 5 inch full 1080p HD display with Gorilla Glass protection, 32GB of internal storage, a 20MP PureView camera with ZEISS optics and Optical Image Stabilization, and a 2GHz quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor with 2GB of RAM.
Additionally the Lumia 930 includes Advanced Rich Recording for superior audio quality in your recording videos and a 2420 mAh battery with Qi Wireless charging. The handset is available in a wide selection of colors including bright green, bright orange, white or black
Overall, the Lumia 930 offers ultimate video and imaging experience with seamless synchronization with Microsoft's services, making it the top choice for someone looking to purchase a new Windows Phone device.
source - WPCentral
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The design aesthetics are also similar to the Lumia Icon, with a metal band running along its side and a polycarbonate back panel. The handset also includes wireless charging and it captures outstanding sound thanks to its advanced microphone that also support directional stereo recording.
The 20MP camera is almost identical to the unit found on the Lumia Icon as well. It features a large, 1/2.5" image sensor, f/2.4 aperture, and auto-focus with 2-stage shutter key. Of course, it allows the same features like 2x high-resolution zoom and optical image stabilization (OIS).
On the software side, you will have Windows Phone 8.1 of course, but Nokia will also include a new Nokia Storyteller app that will combine your images and videos, and add a soundtrack to them, much like HTC does with its highlight reels.
The Nokia Lumia 930 release date is set for June, when the phone will start selling in Europe. Later on, the phone will sell in Asia, India and Middle East. It will be available on more than 100 operators, and its starting price is set at $599 off contract.
Nokia Lumia 930 officially announced: Brings the Lumia Icon to the rest of the world
Today Stephen Elop, Nokia's CEO announced the newest flagship device to Nokia's Lumia portfolio during the BUILD 2014 keynote - The Nokia Lumia 930 with Windows Phone 8.1. The handset is visually and internally similar to the Nokia Lumia Icon, with a 5 inch full 1080p HD display, a 20MP PureView camera and a quad-core Snapdragon 800 processor.
The design aesthetics are also similar to the Lumia Icon, with a metal band running along its side and a polycarbonate back panel. The handset also includes wireless charging and it captures outstanding sound thanks to its advanced microphone that also support directional stereo recording.
The 20MP camera is almost identical to the unit found on the Lumia Icon as well. It features a large, 1/2.5" image sensor, f/2.4 aperture, and auto-focus with 2-stage shutter key. Of course, it allows the same features like 2x high-resolution zoom and optical image stabilization (OIS).
On the software side, you will have Windows Phone 8.1 of course, but Nokia will also include a new Nokia Storyteller app that will combine your images and videos, and add a soundtrack to them, much like HTC does with its highlight reels.
The Nokia Lumia 930 release date is set for June, when the phone will start selling in Europe. Later on, the phone will sell in Asia, India and Middle East. It will be available on more than 100 operators, and its starting price is set at $599 off contract.