[GUIDE] How to downgrade your Nokia Lumia to Windows Phone 8.0 from Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview

Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows Phone 8.1 update to various devices. Unfortunately the update was halted for those handsets running the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview, because of a bug that affect a small subset of users. Fortunately the following guide will show you how to downgrade to Windows Phone 8.0 so you can get back to upgrading your device to Windows Phone 8.1.

Windows Phone 8 vs. Windows Phone 8.1 - Video Comparison

The Windows Phone 8.1 update brings several significant new features and improvements to Microsoft's mobile platform. Now that the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview is in the hands of early adopters and enthusiasts we get a chance to see how the newest version compares against Windows Phone 8

[GUIDE] How to downgrade to Windows Phone 8 from Windows Phone 8.1

The Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview is a pre-release update, and even though it brings several enhancements to the platform it still contains several bugs that need to be ironed out before its final release. Microsoft opened the Developer Preview to all Windows Phone 8 users, stating that there was no way back from the update, however a new video shows how you can downgrade back to Windows Phone 8 from Windows Phone 8.1

Windows Phone 8 vs. Windows Phone 8.1

Microsoft is expected to unveil Windows Phone 8.1 at the Build 2014 conference in April this year. This is the first major update to Windows Phone 8 and we have gotten a peak of the update thanks to leaks from the Windows Phone 8.1 beta SDK.

In terms of design, it doesn't look like Microsoft is planning any drastic changes, but Windows Phone 8.1 will bring a few aesthetic differences. Lets check out a visual comparison between Windows Phone 8 and the upcoming Windows Phone 8.1 and see some of those changes

Microsoft releases new SmartGlass app for Xbox One

With the Xbox One due out on Friday, Microsoft has released a new SmartGlass app for their new console. The app is available across all platforms, including Android, iOS, Windows Phone 8, Windows 8 and Windows RT. Last week it was Sony who updated their PlayStation companion app for their PlayStation 4 release. Its good to see that Microsoft is not wasting any time ensuring that their console is readily welcome by the public.

New Glace Screen and Nokia Beamer from Lumia Black on Lumia 1020

The Nokia Lumia Windows Phone lineup will be receiving an additional Nokia Black update with (GDR3) Windows Phone 8 Update 3. This update is said to be bringing several new features and improvements to these devices alongside the general enhancement from GDR3.

Check out the following video demo, which shows the Nokia Lumia 1020 running the Lumia Black update.

AT&T announces availability of Samsung ATIV S Neo on November 8, priced at $99 on contract

AT&T has announced that they will be offering the Samsung ATIV S Neo on their network for customers who are looking for a Windows Phone from another manufacturer besides Nokia. The Samsung ATIV S Neo is the first Samsung produced Windows Phone 8 model available from the nation's second largest carrier.

The phone will be priced for $99 with a signed two-year contract. Those signed up with AT&T Next, the service that allows an AT&T customer to upgrade to a new phone every year, will pay zero down and $21 monthly for the handset.

Lumia Black update for Nokia Windows Phone 8 devices to arrive in early 2014

Just like the 'Amber' update which accompanied GDR2, Nokia has been working on a software release called 'Lumia Black' which is set to accompany Nokia Lumia Windows Phone devices with Windows Phone 8 Updated 3 (GDR3). The update is set to arrive on current generation Lumia Windows Phone 8 devices in early 2014.

A list of some of the new features which will be offered on Lumia Black for Windows Phone 8 Update 3 follows:

Nokia Lumia 521 - Review

The Nokia Lumia 521 is an entry level Windows Phone 8 device and the T-Mobile variant of the popular Nokia Lumia 520. Its specs include a 4 inch display with a 480 by 800 pixel resolution, 8GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD, a 5 megapixel rear camera and a 1GHz dual-core processor with 512MB of RAM. Specifications Its popularity grew due to its affordable $150 off-contract price which has since reduced to as low as $95 through select retailers.

Microsoft unveils Windows Phone Update 3 with support for 1080p displays and quad-core chips

Microsoft has finally revealed the Windows Phone Update 3 which brings long awaited support for 1080p displays, quad-core processors and several other improvements and enhancements. Microsoft hopes to meet three main goals with the Windows Phone Update 3: “Enable a new generation of incredible Windows Phone 8 devices, enhance the platform with new capabilities for current users and partners, and improve overall quality.”

The Windows Phone Update 3 is in fact the General Distribution Release (GDR) 3 update we have been heard several rumors about. Luckily we now have a clear idea what to expect in terms of features on the next generation of Windows Phones.

[Windows Phone app] Nokia Music updated with new features

Nokia Music has been updated for Nokia Lumia Windows Phone 8 devices and brings some useful new features like concert alert, which updates you on the events taking place in your area. You can also 'Like' a particular artist or use the Nokia app to discover new artists you may like. 'Liking' an artist will allow you to get alerts on things like new album releases etc.

Windows Phone 8 GDR3 (alleged) feature list leaked

Some new information on the new features which will be available with Windows Phone GDR3 has been leaked out, and it gives us some insight on what we can expect from the next big version of Windows.

The GDR3 update will be introduced alongside a new lineup of Windows Phone 8 devices sometime in September and with the GDR2 update just around the corner, we see Microsoft is strongly focused on Windows Phone. With Nokia presumably having plans to launch a new large screen device later this year, the pressure is on Microsoft to ready their software to match the needs of their partners.

Nokia working on seven new products according to leaked codenames

We know that Nokia is working on a Windows RT tablet and a Phablet. Now some new leaked informed has unveiled seven different product codenames which means Nokia has a busy few months planned ahead of them.

The list of leaked Nokia product codenames are Bandit, Lanai, Orion, Pegasus, Rivendell, Shorty and Sirius.

HTC 8X for AT&T receives GDR2 software update

The Windows Phone 8 GDR2 software update has reportedly started reolling out to HTC 8X devices on the AT&T network starting Thursday. The update which is being offered over-the-air (OTA) is around 207MB in size and brings the 8.0.10327.77 software version.

The GDR2 update brings support for LTE bands 2 and 5 along with enabling the FM radio on your Windows Phone 8 device. You will have to plugin your earphones in order to make use of the FM radio. You

Nokia Lumia 1020 - Video Review

The Nokia Lumia 1020 is an all round smartphone, but it has been built primarily with one thing in mind - Photography. Following in the footsteps of the Nokia 808 PureView, the Lumia 1020 features a massive 41 megapixel camera, which is undoubtedly the best smartphone camera in the market. Nokia has added their own custom camera app to the lackluster offering on Windows Phone 8 to make the Lumia 1020 an easy replacement of your regular point and shoot, especially when combined with the Nokia Camera grip.

Despite being a device that should easily fly out of the shelves, its exclusivity to AT&T and its somewhat expensive $300 price-tag will surely slow down its momentum. While we wish Nokia had offered its flagship through a wider selection of carriers, we can only hope an unlocked version wont be too far around the corner. If this is your first venture into the Windows Phone world, there is no better place to start at the moment other than with the Lumia 1020

The Nokia Lumia 625 is Nokia's 'BIG' announcement

It turns out that Nokia's 'BIG' announcement was nothing other than the Nokia Lumia 625 which has been making its round in the rumor mills over the last few days. Its biggest feature is its 4.7 inch touch display with a 480 by 800 pixel resolution and features like direct sunlight legibility and the the super-sensitive touch technology for operation with gloves or nails

Nokia Lumia 1020 officially announced

The Nokia Lumia 1020 was officially announced today during a special event held in New York, finally putting a rest to all the rumors and speculations. The device combines the pixel oversampling of PureView Phase 1 from the Nokia 808 PureView with optical image stabilization (OIS) of PureView Phase 2 from the Nokia Lumia 920 which results in an all new experience with the Lumia 1020.

Nokia updates Display+Touch for Lumia WP8 devices with new peek feature

Nokia has updated their Display+Touch system setting for their Lumia Windows Phone 8 devices to version 1.6.2.16 which brings support for quick mode under Glance settings along with some bug fixes and performance improvements.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the link which follows:

[Windows Phone app] Nokia HERE Drive+ updated 3.0.4086.0

HERE Drive and HERE Drive+ for Windows Phone have been updated to version 3.0.4086.0 which brings a few new features and improvements. HERE Drive offers true offline, turn-by-turn voice-guided navigation. Just download the map for your country and HERE Drive can get you there without a data connection. The new My Commute feature helps you choose the best route to the places you drive to every day, so arriving late for work will be a thing of the past.

[Windows Phone app] Spotify updated for Windows Phone 8, leaves beta

Spotify for Windows Phone 8 has been updated to version 2.0.4933.0 and is no longer in beta. The beta version was released in February with support for Windows Phone 8. The update also brings support for more languages, offline playlist improvements and track scrubbing.

You can download the update directly on your device through the Windows Phone Store or by using the link which follows: