Microsoft readying Lumia 840 to replace now discontinued Lumia 830

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Microsoft has apparently discontinued the Lumia 830 and while retailers may have it in stock, that stock will not be replenished once its over. This is most likely to pave way for the successor; the Lumia 840.

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Microsoft Lumia 940 and Lumia 940 XL details leaked

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According to a new rumor, Microsoft is readying two new flagship Lumia devices to be launched this year – the Lumia 940 and the 940 XL. Both the phones will be will be running Windows 10 out of the box.

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Microsoft Lumia 640 : First Impressions

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Microsoft announced the Lumia 640 and the 640 XL last month at MWC (Mobile World Congress) in Barcelona, Spain. The two devices are very similar to one another and the primary difference is the size. The 640 XL does also pack a few extra features and a bit more battery power as compared to the 640. Regardless of their differences, both the devices are aimed to bring the Windows platform to the masses especially in India where phones between the price of 10-18,000 rupees have been gaining a lot of sales quite recently. We have both the devices in our office and will be bringing you the reviews shortly. For now, lets take a look at the Lumia 640 and see what our first impressions are.

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Microsoft Lumia 640 vs Lumia 640 XL Photo Gallery

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Microsoft launched the Lumia 640 XL and the Lumia 640 yesterday here in India at a price of 15,799 and 11,999 respectively. We were there at the launch and now we have a photo gallery comparing the hardware of the two devices for you.

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Microsoft’s Windows 10 Technical Preview to hit more phones

Microsoft is bringing its Windows 10 Technical Preview to more Windows Phone devices. The company released the first test build of Windows 10 Mobile in February with only a bunch of Lumia devices – 630, 635, 636, 638, 730 and 830.

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Microsoft Lumia 640 Hands On

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At the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Microsoft announced the next generation of mid range products in the form of the Lumia 640 & 640 XL. Part of the strategy to boost sales and gain consumers in the mid-range, the phones focus on providing a compelling experience with value for money specifications. We spent some time with both the devices. Here’s our hands on and first impressions of the smaller of the lot, the Lumia 640.  Continue reading “Microsoft Lumia 640 Hands On”

Microsoft Surface revenue soars to $1.1B in Q2 2015, 10.5M Lumia phones sold

Microsoft has announced its second quarter earnings for fiscal year 2015. The software giants’ Surface and Lumia divisions has helped in increasing revenue and handset sale.

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Microsoft starts rolling out Denim update for Lumia devices

Microsoft has started rolling out its latest Denim update to Lumia devices. The update brings new features from Windows Phone 8.1 as well as some Lumia specific features which are exclusive to Microsoft’s own devices.

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Microsoft rolls out Gesture beta app for Lumia Windows Phone

Microsoft has unveiled a new app that allow users to interact with devices without actually touching the display. Dubbed as Gesture Beta, the app is exclusively available for Lumia Windows Phone.

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Apple iPhone 6 Plus vs Nokia Lumia 1520 Photo Gallery

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Apple launched the iPhone 6 Plus, the company’s first large screen smartphone in October. We have already seen the unboxing, photo gallery, benchmarks, battery test and review of the iPhone 6 Plus. Now let’s compare the iPhone 6 Plus with Lumia 1520 that was launched last year in October. Continue reading “Apple iPhone 6 Plus vs Nokia Lumia 1520 Photo Gallery”

Microsoft rolls out Lumia HD 10 Screen Sharing accessory

Microsoft announced Lumia 730, 735 and 830 at IFA 2014. The company also announced a couple of accessories for Lumia phones. The first one is a Wireless Charging Plate DT-903 while the other one is a Lumia HD-10. It allows users to tap their phone on it and share their screen to other device. Microsoft Screen Sharing Device-02 Continue reading “Microsoft rolls out Lumia HD 10 Screen Sharing accessory”

Lumia 830 visits Brazilian FCC, photos leaked

Image of Lumia 830 had surfaced online last month and the phone was spotted with ‘Nokia by Microsoft’ branding. Today, the phone has visited Brazilian FCC Anatel who has also leaked more photos of the phone.

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