Nokia's First Windows Phone To Be Unveiled In November

Nokia's first Windows Phone 7 hardware is coming soon, and we've been hoping for at least one such handset to arrive before the year's out. Nokia World is coming up later this month, and with plenty of Microsoft personnel speaking, we can almost certainly expect to learn about Nokia's WP7 plans then. In the meantime, a new leak hopes to give us an idea of when that first Nokia WP7 gear might drop.
             We've heard names for a few of the Nokia models we're expecting, like the Sea Ray and Sabre, but this leak doesn't specifically identify the model in question. What it does offer, is that Italian carrier TIM is expecting some Nokia Mango-running smartphone to become available during the month of November. There's no mention of a more specific date, and the pricing information isn't available, but it's promising news nonetheless. Presumably, if this November launch information is accurate, we'll see Nokia's phone arrive on carriers all across Europe at around the same time, but for all we know a global release could be on a staggered schedule; we'll have to wait for Nokia World for more info.

Windows 7 Crowned As The Most Widely Used OS:Overtakes Windows XP

Proud day for Windows 7 as it has been crowned as the most widely used Operating System(OS) when it overtook Windows XP for the very first time since its inception in 2009.Amounting to almost 40.21% of the Global users world wide,Windows 7 has steadily increased over the years where as the dethroned Windows Xp currently has slipped to 38.64% according to a review conducted by statCounter.Although the drop has shown a regression pattern ever since Windows 7 was rolled out,it took it almost 2 years to depose Windows Xp.

                                                        Windows 7 had a skyrocketing start thanks to the positive critical acclaim it managed to gather with its Beta release.Just 2 weeks into the launch,Windows 7 had already overcome Apple's Snow Leopard market share .3 months into the launch,Windows 7 had engulfed almost 10% of the Global OS market share.It crossed the VIsta mark just after 10 months into its launch.By the time Windows 7 celebrated its very first Birthday,it had already sold 240Million genuine copies.And now according to latest reports Windows 7 is expected to be available on atleast 42% of the PC's worldwide by 2011.Also it is estimated that major PC manufacturers like IBM,Samsung,Dell,HP will be looking to Sport Windows 7 Home Edition as the fundamental OS to its PC's in 2011 which accounts to almost 94% with experts claiming this colossal number to be a staggering 635 Million.
                                                              Now that Microsoft has released the Developer version of Windows 8 which is currently in Beta phase.Windows 8 has received mostly from positive reviews to mixed ones.Windows 8 sports a new Metro GUI look which can be favorable for Touch screen devices although without touch screen its practically useless.This Metro is the core of the OS which manages the interactions with the Start Menu & the operating system features.One thing which doesn't seem to be gone well is the Metro UI start menu interface as most of the users prefer the conventional start menu like in Windows 7 or Xp.But apart from that Windows 8 Developer edition has provided a rich & hassle free user experience compared to any other Windows OS.Windows 8 is expected to be unveiled sometime in the Q2 of 2012 where it will be implemented on ARM & Intel powered tablets & PC's. 
                           

Microsoft Donates $44 Million To Kick Android's Ass

Microsoft has apparently donated £28 million, or roughly $44 million to its Windows Phone partners which include Nokia & Samsung in order to bolster Microsoft's campaign in United Kingdom.It is also rumored that three-fourth of this amount will go to Nokia to broker the deal which would ensure that future Nokia SmartPhones will be running on Windows Phone 7.5/Mango & above.According to an anonymous source:

‘Microsoft is funding a massive campaign with Nokia across every single media you can imagine. It’s the last roll of the dice for them. They must go big, bad and boldly. Microsoft is desperate to kick the hell out of Android. If they can get across how amazing Mango is they could really crack it this time.’

Nokia is all set to unveil its very first Windows Phone devices at the Nokia World Event to be held in London on October 26th,where as Samsung is also looking forward to diversify from the Android platform probably after the launch of Galaxy nexus during the Samsung & Google Event to be held in Hong Kong on October 19th Tuesday.Samsung Omnia W is said to be the primary ficus of the Holiday season in U.K .

                                                           There are also rumors that the major emphasis might be given to the social networking features & integration,although the details are miniscule to say the least as to what we can expect during the World Nokia Event.

ChevronWP7 Labs To Roll out For Windows Phone 7

Incase you are new to the ChevronWP7 Labs is an unlocking app for the Windows Phone 7 which is actually an alternative to those who are either not eligible for Windows Developer account or find it too expensive).Although ChevronWP7 Labs is charged for $9,its much better than spending $100 on the Windows developer account.
                                                        It allows the enthusiasts to install,run,& possibly debug unsigned apps in Windows Phone.The best feature about this is that even if you use ChevronWP7 Labs you will not be violating any Windows Phone terms & conditions so its completely compliant with the TOS.Although you can't use this tool to install pirated apps on the Windows Phone as no such feature is available as of now.

Bing Maps "Road View" Implemented On Windows Phone

If you are accustomed to using maps for navigational purposes on your Windows SmartPhones,then you would have witnessed a new feature which would display the map in the "Road view".The color feature is also implemented just like the Bing conventional internet Maps where the purple color stands for Highway & Major links,Deep Grey indicates Secondary roads ,Red for badges & much more.The mapping from the internet to the handheld map also seems to be updated & seems to cover a lot of routes under its repository.

Dell Venue Pro Compass Disabled Bug: Runs Amok

Dell Pro appears to be at the receiving end for all the wrong reasons.After being revealed that Dell Venue Pro cannot be used as an Internet Sharing Hub Or center,Users are now reporting an apparent bug which renders the compass useless.A deeper analysis of the Phone system logs from the mango update appears to indicate something wrong with the compass driver file.

                                                            This is the case with most of the people who updated their Dell Venue Pro to Mango & instantly noted something weird with its digital compass.Attempts to read the phone's orientation consistently returned results of 100 degrees,irrespective of the relative direction of the phone.Rule of the thumb states that the bug lies with the Mango update & it appears that a particular file,compassDrv.dll is missing indicating that it might have been erased during the Mango update.

                                                          Although its too early to blame this new induced bug to be a consequence of forced Mango update,also it included files which were copied from the OS update which invariably altered or deleted the device specific drivers.So the next time they wont indulge in a force install & it can be assured that DVP firmware 219 will not be a part of the next Official Mango update expected soon.A fix might just be on the way.

Microsoft Signs Patent Agreement With Quanta Regarding Android

Microsoft has apparently signed a patent with Quanta,the Original Design manufacturer(ODM)for the playbook & Kindle Fire,just days after it had entered an agreement with HTC & Samsung with respect to the Android related patents.The deal encompasses all Quanta made products which inlcudes SmartPhones,Tablets & other devices which might be implemented on Android or Chrome platform.Although there has been no details revealed but it is suspected that Microsoft will earn approximately $5 for every HTC Android SmartPhone & $10 for every Samsung one.

Microsoft Finalizes Skype deal:Reportedly Sold For $8.5 billion

Microsoft's acquisition of Skype is now officially finalized just after 5 months since it was revealed for a reported $8.5 Billion.Skype's CEO will take over his new role as the Software Giant's Skype division President and will report directly to Steve Ballmer.Bates had commented on Microsoft's Official blog regarding the new Microsoft-Skype venture & contrary to our expectations he was apparently overwhelmed with the acquisition & claimed that the new owner “is committed to the ubiquity of the Skype experience” and that “communication across every device and every platform will remain a primary focus.”
                                                 Describing the deal as a marriage scenario involving two "disruptive,innovative,software oriented companies",Tony Bates didn't shed much light into the actual roles he is expected to perform but he reassured that Skype has & always will be a fore-runner of future communication innovations across a plethora of platforms.The funny thing is that Skype ha been available in the Windows platform & Mac platform including iPad,iPhone & also the Android SmartPhones,it has never found its way into the Windows Phone.Ironic Isn't it?Well probably we can expect Microsoft to roll out the Skype App for the Windows Phone users not that its has acquired Skype & just might be the top priority of the new Skype division as of now.
                                                 The news from Microsoft section claims that it is looking forward to integrate Skype's VOIP system over the broad array of Microsoft's products available which would not only propel Skype's growth and will also be used as a fundamental mode of communication which would try to thwart its competitors like Google Talk ,Yahoo Messenger etc.
                                                        Now that XBOX live is to receive a plethora of new Steaming & Cable TV supports,it wouldn't be surprising to see the Skype App find its way into Microsoft's XBOX & Media Centre Editions.Not to mention,it just might become the primary communicator for the Windows OS platforms in conjunction with the Windows Live Id in the future.The next move might be to integrate into Video conferencing system using Skype for VOIP & a basic web along with TV & transform it into a real time web conference device a cheaper alternative to the expensive CISCO ones available in the market.

Free Windows Phones To Frustrated BlackBerry Users

Trying to capitalize on the Blackberry outage fiasco,Microsoft has decided to give away free Windows Phone to the frustrated BlackBerry users who are completely cut off from any form of Web service.The outage glitch which has almost entered the fourth day today due to a failover switch issue seems far from being rectified even though RIM has identified the issue & is currently being rectified.The glitch has also Affected U.S,Canda & Puerto Rico where services are slowly recovering back to its feet.

                                                          This offer is not for everyone,but just to the frustrated Blackberry users who has to respond to "Ben the Pc guy's tweets" & enlighten him as to why you need to upgrade to the Windows Phone.The lucky 25 BlackBerry people will receive 25 Windows Phone from Ben if they managed to provide the right reasons. 

Beta Testers Needed For XBOX LIVE Metro DashBoard

With the Microsoft's revamped XBOX Live expected to go Live on November 15th,with the Beta testing phase in October.There seems to be a rumor that Microsoft is currently looking for Beta testers for the Beta version of XBOX live.The application forms are available & loads of people have already singed up to try the newfangled interface.

                                                                     The newfangled screen will have a Metro UI interface similar to WIndows 8 & Windows Phone 7.The new features include the Kinect Voice,Gesture controls,indepth Facebook sharing,Cloud support for game save & Live profiles with a new social broadcasting feature called Beacon.In addition Bing Search & support is also expected to arrive which would enable users to search,locate & find info regarding movies or entertainment or games just like Imdb.With nearly 50 partners of Web streaming & Cable TV under its belt,Microsoft's message is loud & clear for Google who is busy with its ICS & other projects.To sign up click here

XBOX Live Dashboard Trial Program Now Available,Accepting Applicants

 Microsoft is all set to roll out a new update for its XBOX 360 Dashboard as a preview feature which means that a people who are willing to participate can enroll themselves for this test run.Although no definite date has been announced,XBOX Live Dashboard preview has already started reviewing the applications in an automated process.The Dashboard is claimed to come with an Integrated Kinect & Controller navigationn,new Beacons which enables you to play with your buddies online,deeper Facebook integration & last but not the least Cloud storage to save your games & XBOX Live profile.Apart from all these,some entertainment apps will also be released during the trial mode.The newfangled display is all set to capture the hearts so Stay tuned for more updates. 

Nokia 800/Sea Ray/Ace : First Images Appears

With the Nokia World Event just a few weeks away,all eyes are on Nokia as its expected to unveil its first Windows Phone or lets say Phones.There were a lot of images circling around the internet which appears to be Nokia's Sea Ray,which is expected to be named as Nokia 800,although some evidence suggests it might be released as Lumia & the names doesn't seem to stop.Other name includes,Sun,Sabre,Pheonix,Ace etc & the list is almost endless.Having said that I wouldn't me surprised if Nokia rolls out 2 or more SmartPhones during the event.

                                                         Sometimes the Ad's can reveal a lot what the manufactures can't.From what I can concur,it seems that Nokia is planning to promote Nokia 800 as a companion for life's everyday adventures just like your spouse.This is actually contradicting the very first ad during the which had conveyed the message that the next generation SmartPhone aims at reducing the amount of time involved fiddling with it.Confusing as hell.Well lets let Nokia clear our queries with the event just weeks away.

Windows Phone To Come With Dual-core CPUs and LTE in the Future

Windows Phone which released its latest firmware 7.5 update,Mango which enables multi-tasking,fast switching on almost all the Windows App along with bigger & better improvements in the Os.And right now they have started to work on their next goal-Dual Core CPU phones with LTE connectivity.Andy Lees,head of Windows Phone division shed some light in what we can expect from Microsoft in the upcoming year.Currently in a very good position to portray itself as the third best mobile OS in the industry as a worthy alternative to Android & iOs,and with the Mango being a hit things just can't get better for Microsoft.
                                                    When asked about the implementation of CPU,it was revealed that the current best Windows Phone sports a 1.5 Dual Core CPU and on par with the contemporary SmartPhones which come with dual core it manages to stand its ground.As for now the work on Dual Core has already started & one can see the upcoming WP to come with dual core architecture.With the multi-tasking feature the dual core CPU will transform the device into possibly one of the best SmartPhones ever launched.
                                                 The primary reason to cast out the LTE or 4G technology is due to the primitive nature of the silicon chip & its extra-ordinary appetite for power which will literally draw power from its battery @ a geometric rate.As time progresses the technology will get better & we can expect future devices to come with the 4G technology.Currently Microsoft has entered into a patent signing deal with Samsung as the next version of Windows Phone might need Samsung support. 
                                                  

Microsoft Hiring Professionals To make The Best Mobile Camera

Microsoft is planning something big.Looks like the Windows Giant is planning to make Windows Phone Camera as the Best Camera in the Mobile industry to overthrow the likes of Apple's iPhone 4S & its contemporaries.Now they are looking for great guys to join them in their quest to make it a reality.
                                                        Being one of the front-runners in the camera concepts,which has been Adopted by Android & iOS powered devices like the dedicated camera button, the pocket-to-camera feature,its creator Microsoft is yet to implement this feature in their Windows phone.Microsoft claims to implement the image technology further more thereby giving end to end photo & camera experience to the user all the way from the Hardware ,right down to the software.Looks like Microsoft is ready to go head on against the likes of Apple & Android devices in the market which have state of the art camera features backed up with impeccable software features.
                                                        

Weather Channel App Updated For Windows Phone 7.5 With Mango Support

The weather Channel App is one of the most popular & widely used Weather App in the Windows Phone,but it didn't come with Mango support.Today the App received its necessary updates which brings many new features along with great improvements to the Windows Phone 7.5 mango users.Not only has the fast switching support has been implemented,but because of this you don't need to reload the app everytime you multi-task.

                                           The navigation appears to be a lot smoother but it still takes sometime to download the data during the initial launch.Now you can turn on a new feature called "Show Live Tile"checkbox for each location which you have marked within the app rather than in the previous version where only one default location was provided.Everytime you use the "Show Live Tile" feature a new Live Tile location will pop-up in your start screen.Now comes the fun part,as the new tiles & the default tiles are now two sided in which one showing the normal weather data which you expect and on the otherside is a radar map of that particular tile location.This map will flip over periodically to show you  the radar.The live tiles will be updated in 30 minutes automatically as long it runs in the background unlike the manual pushing in the earlier version.Go to the market place & download this app from here.

"Infinite Flight "Flight Simulator App For Windows Phone with Mango

Good news for the Flight simulator fans as Infinite flight,a very comprehensive flight simulator App for Windows phone has been released with support for Mango too.The update has added a some new and classy features including the space shuttle which was one of the wish list.Along with the fast switching app which was updated in Mango,below are the features & changes implemented in V2.0:

• New Airport Tarmac & taxiways.
• Two new airplanes namely C-17 GlobeMaster III and the Supermarine Spitfire.
• HUD De-cluttering levels.
• Automatic throttle settings in the auto-pilot mode 
• Zoom feature enabled in free fly camera & tower camera.
• A new feature to disable touch vibration.
• Enable/Disable anti-Aliasing.
• Bug fixes which included texture & control issues.

If you are a big fan of Microsoft's Flight Simulator franchise,then this is the one App you should get your hands on.The trial version is available for free where as the premium version costs $4.99.You can download it from here.

Torchbear available for Download in the Windows Phone Marketplace

Torchbear app,a mobile geolocation based social network game has been made available for download @ windows marketplace.The app which was in Beta stages for sometime has fianlly hit the markets.The game is based on the concept that the Torch is an idea,though or image.You create a Torch,share it & spread it to other Torchbear users around the globe.

                                                   For instance you can create an idea for all your buddies to wear black on Saturday,then spread it to your torchbuddies,then they will spread the word forward & you can see how far your idea has spread.Same can be applied for images too.You can also see where the Torch originated & how far it has traveled from TorchBear's website.The final goal is to generate maximum activity from your torch.You can download the application here.

SkyMap App For Windows Phone 7.5 mango

For those of you who are new to the SKymap feature,it provides interactive sky maps for any particular day/time between the years 1900 & 2100) with absolute precision.The app displays most of the map legends which includes latitudes,longitudes,co-ordinates,magnitudes,astronomical names,the rise & set of stars,planets & many more.It also provides you with a plethora of information of upto 110000 celestial objects from stars,planets,sun,moon,asteroids & many more.

                                                         SkyMap has received its update and now its v1.5,which now enables the App for faster switching & a new feature called point to sky mode which utilizes Window phone's compass sensors.If you are an avid fan of astronomy,then this is one App you should get your hands on.The free version can be downloaded from here,but it includes some ad's might be a bit annoying,where as the premium version costs $1.29 available for download @ marketplace,make sure you update SkyMap to V1.5

Official WordPress app v1.3 Available Windows Phone:But Removed from MarketPlace

The official Wordpress app v1.3 is available for Windows Phone 7.5 with Mango after undergoing rapid makeovers.The previous update,V1.2 was launched only in this year which provided landscape mode in the Windows Phone,the V1.3 looks to add more functionality & features to it.Considering the fact that Wordpress users occupy a big slice of the Web,this appears as good news for the Wordpress enthusiasts as they can now blog using the extended features in the Windows phone.Along with fast App switching features the update will include:

• Share pictures directly from the photo album.
• Dock the blog @ the start screen for quick access & many more

Although the update has been officially confirmed,it seems that it disappeared from Windows marketplace.Even the WP7 app site has the file missing banner shining brightly in red.For now you use the download link provided here & update it.Its safe & until the Marketplace is fixed you can download it manually from below:
Wordpress V1.3 download for Windows 7.5 Phone.

Last.Fm Updated for Windows Phone With Mango Support

Last.fm,one of the first App to find its place in the windows Phone market place last year after the platform launch has received the updates including the Windows phone 7.5 Mango.Everyone's favorite radio  service has finally gone to mango with version 3.x.Now users can minimize this app,so that it runs in the background  & perform multi-taskings on your WIndows SmartPhone.For quick access you can also dock your favorite radio stations in the start screen.If you have the App installed,then just follow the update notification & get the necessary update otherwise,click here to go there directly.