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Windows Phone 7.8 update not coming as soon as expected

By Nathan Lee on December 1, 2012

To our surprise, the over the air update for Windows Phone 7.8 is not likely to reach your Windows Phone 7.5 before Christmas. Microsoft’s blog promises that Windows Phone 7.8 will be coming as soon as early 2013 while Microsoft promises that the update won’t only improve live tiles size, customization and colours but also app support.

Many people feel bummed that most developers are only going to be invested in Windows Phone 8 apps but I believe that apps will still be made for Windows Phone 7.8. Why? Microsoft and its hardware partners, namely Huawei, HTC, Samsung and Nokia, will still be making new low-mid priced Windows smartphones and since they will be running a single core and lower screen resolutions, they will still be running on Windows Phone 7.5 and Windows Phone 7.8 due to the lower spec requirements. Smartphones like the Lumia 710 are becoming popular in countries like India and China because Nokia and Microsoft are offering powerful smartphones at an affordable price.

Popular apps like Angry Birds Space, Draw Something and Words with Friends are on its way! Don’t lose hope on your Lumia 710, 800 or 900 just yet. In my heart, the cyan Nokia Lumia 800 is still one of the most beautiful handsets on the market.

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Familiar, yet Forgotten Mobile Brands Fighting for 1st Place

By Nathan Lee on November 25, 2012

The mobile technology market is highly competitive and the dynamics of the industry are changing very quickly. From Nokia and Motorola’s dominance 10 years ago to BlackBerry’s big fad that happened just 3-5 years ago, their shareholder value and market share have plunged since. But just because Apple and Samsung are currently locked in a dominant fight for first place, it does not mean a comeback for other companies isn’t possible.

Like I said, the mobile market is very dynamic and both BlackBerry, Nokia and Microsoft wants to come back with a fight. They aren’t coming back to settle for 3rd or 4th place, they are also contending to be number one!

AT&T Nokia Lumia 920 selling out most colors

By Nathan Lee on November 18, 2012

Nokia’s new flagship phone that also represents the flagship of Windows Phone 8 is selling out in flying colors! Cyan, red, and yellow are quickly depleting in stock. Soon after, the matte black Lumia 920 units were picked up and many AT&T stores are only left with white Lumia 920 left for sale in the United States.

Here in Canada, we don’t have the option of these many colors but my friend just picked up two black Lumia 920′s. The demand is exceeding Nokia’s expectations for production supply. With this, I hope carriers see the demand for Nokia’s colorful devices and bring Nokia’s colorful designs to countries around the world.

Not only has the iPad mini and Nexus line sold units like hot cakes, the tough Nokia’s are standing their ground as well. Could these bring colors be hinting towards Nokia’s bold comeback?

Nokia Power User

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Windows Phone 8 – Large Tiles could be its Biggest Advantage

By Nathan Lee on September 13, 2012

Even if you love your Android or iOS smartphone, and you think the operating system os perfect for you, they are not necessarily the right fit for everyone. People have preferences among operating systems and there is a good reason for that – choice. There are still viable reasons for users to choose alternative platforms like Windows Phone 7.5 or Windows Phone 8 and even the up and coming BlackBerry 10 OS. Although these options lack in App support, they are still fast, fresh and fun!

Momax iPower Battery Pack Review

By Roger on September 10, 2012

Ever had battery problems with your iPhone or your LTE-enabled device? I know I have. Both devices always run out of battery before I get home, and there’s usually no outlets around me. I know, I may be a busy man with all those push mail and everything…, but that’s another story.

We recently got a review sample of the Momax iPower M 3200 mAh External Battery pack from MobileFun.co.uk and I can tell you it’s pretty good. Until there’s battery packs that support wireless charging, this is probably the best solution. Read on to find out how good it is and where it falls short.

iPad Battery - MobileFun

Quietly Brilliant: HTC`s Story of Innovation.

By Nathan Lee on July 20, 2012

HTC has been Quietly Brilliant and innovative in consumer electronics industry for the past 10 years. So it is time to give them some spotlight and recognition. From using touch-screen gestures to powerful quad-cores processors to new camera interfaces, HTC has really come a long way. Now HTC’s smartphones are computers that fit in your hand. Meanwhile, HTC promises sweet updates like Jelly Bean and Playstation Mobile.

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Innovative one-handed Windows 8 keyboard design

By Alvin Li on July 7, 2012

According to WMpoweruser, Microsoft may be coming out with a one-handed, arc keyboard design for their Windows 8 Mobile platform. For those of you with full touch-screen devices, you probably have noticed that it is quite hard to type messages one-handed with your phone. This new design is reminiscent of the old T9 style of typing, as the picture seems to indicate a requirement of a multiple button taps to complete a word.

What do you think; would you use this new style from Microsoft?

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Editorial: HTC One V and Nokia Lumia 710 – Great Smartphones at a Great Price

By Nathan Lee on May 20, 2012

The demand for smartphones is accelerating as average consumers are looking to quickly connect to people anywhere and anytime. However, these powerful devices don’t always come cheap. The iPhone 4S, for one, easily costs $649 right off the shelf while the Samsung Galaxy SII for $599. That is why I would like to introduce to you two great budget-friendly alternatives that can still provide an enjoyable experience to camera capture, web browsing, emailing, connecting on social media and playing games. Yet, these two devices are half the price of the two popular smartphones. Despite the low price, these are not dumb-downed smartphones with really laggy user interfaces like some of the other phones in the same price range. These two devices might just change your mind.

Apple co-founder loves his Lumia

By Jason Yip on April 28, 2012

Steve Wozniak, Apple’s co-founder, was happy to share that he loves his Lumia. He went on and on about how intuitive the interface is and how the apps flow perfectly. Furthermore, he states that there’s nothing he’s seen that isn’t more beautiful on the Windows system, but he claims that Android is “no contest” on the interface. He admits he’s not a fan of the Windows voice control function, but the rest is definitely there. However, he admits that his default phone is still the iPhone, and it’s 2 of them.

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Nokia PureView imaging technology coming to Windows Phones unsurprisingly

By Jason Yip on March 5, 2012

Well, did you like the Nokia PureView 808? We sure did, except not the OS. The times for Symbian has been long gone, and yet Nokia still demo’s its new PureView imaging technology on a Symbian device when it has announced it’s going “all-in” on Windows Phone. However, Nokia Senior VP Jo Harlow assured that this technology will make it to Windows Phone “not too far from now”. Now, that sounds better as Windows Phone are Nokia’s new flagships.

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