Pre-Order the Lumia 800 at Hutchinson 3G Austria

Posted on by
Reply

Austria’s Hutchinson 3G, which is apart of the Three Mobile network, have announced on their Facebook that the Nokia Lumia 800 can now be pre-ordered. They will have quite a few good deals and so if you’re looking to get in on this deal, then I would recommend checking them out. If you don’t know much about the phone, then it has a 1.4GHz single-core processor, 3.7-inch display, 512MB of RAM, Mango pre-installed and all of the rest of the phone goodness. I would head over to their website in order to see what deals that they have going with the phone.

Nokia Lumia 800 and Lumia 710 launch in India in a BIG way

Posted on by
Reply

Nokia is going be launching their Windows Phones to the people in India, but it doesn’t end there. Nokia will be / have been spending a lot of time and money on this launch. Nokia have stated that they will be launching a massive campaign and this campaign will be so big that even the people of India will be shocked. This should be even biggere than any of Nokia’s other events that they have been doing lately. The phones themselves should be selling quite well when the phones and the events start as they are being priced reasonably. They are selling them sim free and the Lumia 800 will sell for Rs 29,999 ($570 or €435), and the Lumia 710 will sell for Rs 18,999 ($360/€275). If you want to know more, then you can at GSMArena.

Lumia 800 Cyan and Magenta are now available from SFR

Posted on by
Reply

The Nokia Lumia 800 is selling really well in Europe, which means that if you live in France and you’re one of those people who want to get their hands on the Lumia 800 Windows Phone, then it appears that you’re in luck. The French operator has stated that they now have the phone in stock and they have both of the best colours of the phone. If you want to get in on this deal, then you will have to go to one of their shops or their website in order to see what deals are on offer. If you want more information on the stock levels of the phones at SFR, then you can by heading over to MWP.

Microsoft exec: More multi-platform mobile products coming in 2012

Posted on by
Reply

Microsoft will be releasing more of their products over the next year or so on the iPad and similar platforms. In 2012, expect more Microsoft productivity wares to come to various mobile platforms, including Android, said Tom Rizzo, Senior Director of Office 365.

“We want to work where people work, whether it’s online or offline, and on various platforms,” Rizzo stated in an interview on 16th December. This comes after Microsoft released an update for the OneNote for iPad, SkyDrive for the iPhone and a Lync client for Android and the iPhone.

“Android is more of a consumer device play. But iOS and iPad are mattering more in the enterprise,” Rizzo said. This means that they will release more of their enterprise software on the iPad and the iPhone instead of the Android devices. If you want to read the full interview, then you can at ZDNET.

Microsoft confirms Windows Phone SMS bug

Posted on by
Reply

Microsoft have confirmed via the Verge that there is a bug within the Windows Phone firmware that allows people to disable the messaging application and reboot the device. Greg Sullivan, Senior product manager for the Windows Phone division at Microsoft, writes “We are aware of the issue and our engineering teams are examining it now. Once we have more details, we will take appropriate action to help ensure customers are protected.” This means that the guys over at Microsoft are looking into this matter and they will release a fix via an update as soon as they have a solution for this issue. We aren’t sure on when this fix will be released, however it will probably be sooner rather than later.

Microsoft on design unification and the challenges of moving to Metro

Posted on by
Reply

There has been a massive change from the old Windows Mobile interface to the new Windows Phone interface. This user interface change has come in the form of the Metro UI, which is a stunning peace of work. Microsoft design director Steve Kaneko was interviewed by the guys over at The Verge. This interview covers a lot about the metro and what it means for Microsoft and it’s a good interview and it’s worth checking out. He states about how the metro ui will change how the software on Windows 8 and how it effects the way in which it works and so check it out.

Swisscom Hints at Nokia Lumia 900 coming end of February

Posted on by
Reply

The Nokia Lumia 900 is the mystical Nokia Windows Phone that may or may not be real. We have heard many different rumours about this phone and it appears that there might be some more proof. There was a twitter conversation between Swisscom and a customer called Xavier Hahn. The rep stated that the Nokia Lumia 800 or 900.” will be arriving at the “end of Feb.” This means that we should be seeing the phone in at least Europe and in the U.S. We are expecting the phone to be announced in January and so this means that it will be in time with the launch of the Lumia 900.

[via Engadget]

Only 40 Batman Nokia Luima 800′s in the World

Posted on by
Reply

The Nokia Lumia 800 is Nokia’s first Windows Phone and they teamed up with DC in order to make a few very special versions. These versions are the Dark Knight Rises version and it appears that Nokia only made a small number of these phones. They only made 40 of these phones and it’s quite strange that Nokia would make such a small number of a phone that could sell a lot of units. They should have made thousands of them as I am sure that there are a lot of people who would love one of these phones as who wouldn’t want one?

[via mynokiablog]

HTC Radar 4G as the IGN Best of 2011

Posted on by
Reply

Everyone knows IGN, right? Well they have named the HTC Radar 4G as one of the best smartphones of 2011. The other phones that won this were the iPhone 4S, Motorola DROID Razr and the Samsung Galaxy Nexus and they are all good phones. It’s an interesting choice of Windows Phones as I would have personally have gone for the HTC TITAN or the Nokia Lumia 800. This is still good though as it’s still a Windows Phone and it’s still one of the good second generation Windows Phones. If you want some more information on this, then you can check out more information on IGN.

Nokia Lumia 710 Officially coming to T-Mobile for $49.99

Posted on by
Reply

The Nokia Lumia 710 is now officially coming to T-Mobile for $49.99 and T-Mobile have released a press release for everyone to view. You can check out the full press release from both T-Mobile and Nokia below.

T-Mobile Brings Nokia Lumia 710 to the U.S.

Nokia and T-Mobile deliver a leading entry-level Windows Phone experience to the nearly 150 million Americans still to make the transition to smartphones.

BELLEVUE, Wash., and SUNNYVALE, Calif. — Dec. 14, 2011 — T-Mobile USA, Inc. and Nokia today announced the upcoming availability of the Nokia Lumia 710, the first Windows Phone from Nokia in the United States. Targeted at the nearly 150 million Americans who haven’t purchased their first smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710, capable of running on T-Mobile’s 4G network, delivers high-performance hardware, Nokia’s best social and Internet experience, and access to popular smartphone applications and services from Windows Phone Marketplace.

Running on America’s Largest 4G Network™, the Nokia Lumia 710 benefits from the unique people-first approach of Windows Phone, bringing together all interactions with family and friends in People Hub. The Nokia Lumia 710 also provides one-click access to popular services, such as Netflix, T-Mobile TV with mobile HD1 and a leading mobile Web experience with Internet Explorer® Mobile, Bing™ Search with voice activation and Local Scout for locally relevant search results. The smartphone also brings access to signature Nokia experiences, such as Nokia Drive for voice-guided, turn-by-turn navigation and ESPN for exclusive sports content.

“We’re excited to team with Nokia in bringing its first Windows Phone to the U.S. with the elegantly designed Nokia Lumia 710,” said Cole Brodman, chief marketing officer, T-Mobile USA. “Windows Phone offers a compelling mobile OS choice for people who want a smartphone built around them, their family and friends. We expect it to play a more prominent role in our lineup and marketing efforts in 2012.”

Today, people are increasingly upgrading to smartphones, and many are doing so for the first time. According to the NPD Group, U.S. smartphone sales reached 59 percent in the third quarter 2011, an increase of 13 percent since third quarter 2010. With an increasing demand for smartphones, the Nokia Lumia 710 offers a compelling experience aimed at addressing the needs of the nearly 150 million people in the U.S. who have yet to upgrade to their first smartphones.

“Our research shows nearly everybody in the U.S. wants a smartphone, but many believe they can’t afford it,” Brodman said. “That’s where T-Mobile shines. Our Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans make it more affordable than ever to step up to mobile data on our 4G network.”

”The Nokia Lumia 710 is the perfect first-time smartphone: a well-designed product that delivers the most compelling Windows Phone experience in its price range and with access to great content and thousands of applications,” said Chris Weber, president, Nokia Americas. “This is the perfect first Nokia Lumia experience and the start of our re-entry into the U.S. smartphone market.”

Available in a black or white finish, the Nokia Lumia 710 features a 3.7-inch ClearBlack WVGA scratch-resistant display for outstanding outdoor viewing and a Qualcomm 1.4 GHz Snapdragon™ processor providing speedy access to entertainment and information on-the-go. It also features a 5-megapixel camera with Nokia’s leading camera technology, enabling people to take pictures in almost any light condition and share on social networks in seconds. With the most integrated work-life solution of any mobile platform via the Windows Phone Office Hub and an interactive mobile gaming experience via Xbox LIVE®, the Nokia Lumia 710 is the complete all-round first-time smartphone experience.

Availability
The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to be available at T-Mobile retail stores, select dealers and retailers nationwide, and online at http://www.t-mobile.com starting Jan. 11. The Nokia Lumia 710 is expected to cost $49.99 after a $50 mail-in-rebate card, with a two-year service agreement and qualifying Classic voice and data plan. For more information, visit http://www.t-mobile.com/lumia.

For more information on T-Mobile’s Unlimited Value and Monthly4G plans, see: http://family.t-mobile.com/phone-plans.

1 Mobile HD TV can deliver a bit rate of 800kbps and 16:9 resolution; the bit rate and resolution you experience will vary based on many factors, e.g., programming, network connection and device.

# # #
About T-Mobile USA:
Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile USA, Inc. is the U.S. wireless operation of Deutsche Telekom AG (OTCQX: DTEGY). By the end of the third quarter of 2011, approximately 129 million mobile customers were served by the mobile communication segments of the Deutsche Telekom group — 33.7 million by T-Mobile USA — all via a common technology platform based on GSM and UMTS and additionally HSPA+ 21/HSPA+ 42. T-Mobile USA’s wireless products and services help empower people to connect to those who matter most. Multiple independent research studies continue to rank T-Mobile USA among the highest in numerous regions throughout the U.S. in wireless customer care and call quality. For more information, please visit http://www.T-Mobile.com. T-Mobile is a federally registered trademark of Deutsche Telekom AG. For further information on Deutsche Telekom, please visit www.telekom.de/investor-relations.
About Nokia
Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia’s technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements that reflect certain current views of Deutsche Telekom management and certain current views of Nokia Inc. management with respect to future events. These forward-looking statements may include statements with regard to the expected development of revenue, earnings, profits from operations, depreciation and amortization, cash flows, markets, market demands, product offerings and personnel-related measures. You should consider them with caution. Such statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, most of which are difficult to predict and are generally beyond Deutsche Telekom’s or Nokia’s control. Among the factors that might influence our ability to achieve our objectives are the progress of our workforce reduction initiative and other cost-saving measures, and the impact of other significant strategic, labour or business initiatives, including acquisitions, dispositions and business combinations, natural events, and network upgrade and expansion initiatives. In addition, stronger than expected competition, technological change, legal proceedings and regulatory developments, among other factors, may have a material adverse effect on costs and revenue development. Further, the economic downturn in markets, and changes in interest and currency exchange rates, may also have an impact on our business development and the availability of financing on favourable conditions. Changes to our expectations concerning future cash flows may lead to impairment write downs of assets carried at historical cost, which may materially affect results at the group and operating segment levels. If these or other risks and uncertainties materialize, or if the assumptions underlying any of these statements prove incorrect, actual performance may materially differ from the performance expressed or implied by forward-looking statements. Deutsche Telekom and Nokia offer no assurance that any estimates or expectations will be achieved. And, without prejudice to existing obligations under capital market law, we do not assume any obligation to update forward-looking statements to take new information or future events into account or otherwise.

In addition to figures prepared in accordance with IFRS, Deutsche Telekom also presents non-GAAP financial performance measures, including, among others, EBITDA, EBITDA margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted EBITDA margin, adjusted EBIT, adjusted net income, free cash flow, gross debt and net debt. These non-GAAP measures should be considered in addition to, but not as a substitute for, the information prepared in accordance with IFRS. Non-GAAP financial performance measures are not subject to IFRS or any other generally accepted accounting principles. Other companies may define these terms in different ways.