Nokia Windows RT prototype.

Rumors have been around for some time about a Nokia branded Windows powered tablet. Meanwhile, a member of the forum on Windows Phone Central posted a picture that he claims is of a prototype Nokia tablet, powered by Windows RT. The specs include a 1.3GHz NVIDIA Tegra 3 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16point touchscreen, HDMI-Out, USB port and a SIM slot. The poster states that Nokia pulled the device because of the dated Tegra 3 silicon. There still are questions about the legitimacy of the picture. Note the lack of a rear camera, something that is strange considering Nokia's heavy focus on cameras these days.

Just the other day, a Nokia Lumia road-map of sorts mentioned two tablets in the works. One has an 8.5 inch screen and the other has a 10.5 inch panel and is 8.5mm thin. Both will be offered in Green, Black, Pink, Blue, Green, Yellow and White and will feature aluminum casing. The camera on the tablets is said to feature Nokia's new Zoom technology which is supposed to be part of the Finnish OEM's media event.

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Nokia Lumia 1020 with 41 megapixel camera launched.

Nokia on Thursday launched new smartphone Lumia 1020 with 41 megapixel camera, saying it will strengthen the company's leadership in imaging. While unveiling the new device in New York, Nokia said its Lumia 1020 smartphone "is able to produce some of the sharpest images possible by any digital camera."

The Nokia Lumia 1020's 41 megapixel camera comes with Xenon flash for still images, LED flash for video. It has ZEISS optics' 6 physical lenses. It also has 1.2 MP front camera that can be used for making video calls.

Using a feature called dual capture, the phone 1020 simultaneously takes a high-resolution 38-megapixel image for editing opportunities, and a five-megapixel picture that is easy to share on social networks, Nokia said.

Nokia Lumia 1020 can also handle sound pressure levels six times louder than conventional smartphone microphones. 

"We want to take people on a journey from capturing pictures to recording and sharing their lives," said Stephen Elop, president and chief executive.

The phone is built on Microsoft Windows 8 platform and has 1.5 GHz dual-core processor from Qualcomm. It has 32 gigabyte internal memory, 2GB RAM, and 7GB of cloud storage that can be accessed by mobile Internet. Nokia will start selling Lumia 1020 in the US exclusively with AT&T from around July 26, at a price of USD 299.99 (₹ 17,890) on a two-year contract.

Lumia 1020 pre-orders begin July 16th, and the phone will become available online and in stores on July 26th. The Lumia 1020 will also be available globally. Earlier, Nokia launched a Pureview 808 model which had similar sensor. The phone was launched in India at ₹ 34,999. "The Lumia 1020 will bring new meaning to pictures and continues to strengthen Nokia's leadership in imaging," Nokia President and CEO Stephen Elop said.

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Nokia criticizes Microsoft for lack of Windows Phone updates and apps.

It looks like Nokia has finally come out in the open against Microsoft's slow pace of pushing updates to Windows Phone 8.

While the Finnish handset giant has been churning out new handset models and updated versions of its own services and apps, Microsoft has often been criticized for not playing a very conducive role when it comes to bringing its mobile OS on par with Android and iOS.

Till now, tech evangelists and Nokia fans had been panning Microsoft for ignoring the Windows Phone 8 platform, however, it now seems that Nokia also wants Microsoft to get out of its slumber.

In a recent interview with International Business Times, Bryan Biniak, Vice President - App Development at Nokia, has fired salvos at Microsoft, subtly conveying the message that smartphone sales are suffering due to lack of updates.

He said, "We are trying to evolve the cultural thinking [at Microsoft] to say 'time is of the essence.' Waiting until the end of your fiscal year when you need to close your targets, doesn't do us any good when I have phones to sell today."

Biniak also talked about the problem related to lack of apps, and how it's affecting the consumer's perception against Nokia's Lumia smartphones.

"To give you a reason to switch, I need to make sure the apps that you care about on your device are not only on our phones, but are better. I also need to provide you unique experiences that you can't get on your other devices."

While the Windows Phone platforms boasts of 165,000 apps, a number of major apps including Instagram are missing form the platform. New releases and variants of popular games like Angry Birds and Temple Run also arrive on Windows Phone, months or sometimes years after they release their iOS and Android versions.

A lot of software development on the Windows Phone platform is being supported by Nokia, with the company developing its own imaging software for its camera-focused offerings. 

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Nokia Lumia 625 with 4.7-inch Display Leaks.

Nokia is preparing to release its biggest Lumia smartphone ever. Images of the 4.7-inch Nokia Lumia 625 were leaked by China’s official radio communication device regulator after passing certification for the region.

The Lumia 625 is expected to come equipped with a 4.7-inch 800 x 480-pixel display, a dual-core 1.2GHz S4 processor, 512MB of RAM, a 5-megapixel front-facing camera, and LTE connectivity. The budget-friendly handset is clearly meant to target emerging markets, though the device was also recently spotted in an FCC document, suggesting it could arrive in the U.S. as an AT&T exclusive.

Nokia continues to struggle in its efforts to gain a foothold in the premium handset market, with Windows Phone claiming less than 10 percent of the U.S market, but the company has seen success targeting emerging markets with its line of low-cost smartphones. The budget-friendly Lumia 520 (that’s the 521 in the U.S.) is the most popular Windows Phone around with 13.3 percent of the market share worldwide and over 30 percent of the market in India. So it’s no surprise that Nokia is rolling out another low-cost Lumia with one hand even while it continues to push the Huge Lumia 1020 with the other.

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Windows Phone 8 GDR2 Update Rolling Out.

Microsoft's first major update to their Windows Phone 8 platform in a while, the Windows Phone 8 GDR2 update, is now rolling out to a range of devices, and brings a host of new features to all Windows Phone 8 powered devices currently in the market. Changelog are as follows:

Data Sense - Helps keep track of your data consumption over 3G and WiFi
FM Radio on supported handsets
Set your own camera app of choice as the default
Improvements in HTML5 performance
Improved VoIP app performance and stability (Skype, Lync)

*GDR2 - General Distribution Release 2

On the other hand, the GDR3 update, scheduled for later this year (or perhaps early 2014) will bring significant changes under the hood such as support for quad-core processors and 1080p displays.

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Nokia Asha 501 Smartphone Price Only At ₹ 5,300 ($99).

Nokia Asha 501 is a new Amazing  impressive eye-catching  smooth Product of Nokia. Its a light, much wider and a nice look, fully touch smartphone. This is the first Smartphone of Asha series with fast  1 GHz processor that are capable to give fast processing speed. Very soon Nokia Asha 501 will be available in the market in affordable price. The Nokia Asha 501 comes with new look, design and quality that will be accessible to more people. This Mobile is available in six striking colors that complement the elegant design. It comes in just two parts that is a durable, removable casing and the scratch-resistant glass display, which features a 3-inch display, captive touchscreen and a ‘back’ button. Its a compact new product of Asha weight only 98 grams, for the ultimate user portability.

Nokia Asha 501 Specification

Display

Nokia Asha 501 has different look from other phone of Asha series. It has 3 inch display with resolution 240 x 320.

Operating system and Processor

The Asha 501 runs on Nokia’s own Asha software as used in previous series. The lock screen can display notifications like SMS messages, missed calls, and any appointment and so on . That you can either swipe away or ignore, or tap to deal with them immediately with your hand. Its a bit easy interface for user. It has 1 GHz processor and 64 MB RAM, also 128 MB internal memory & external memory of  4 GB Micro SD card included complimentary.

Network support

Its a dual SIM smartphone.

Camera

It has 3.2 MP rear camera for taking shoot.

Connectivity

Nokia Asha 501 has Bluetooth and provide Wi-fi connectivity also.

Battery 

The Asha 501 is comes with a massive 1200 mAh battery by Nokia, the phone can deliver up to 17 hours battery backup.

Other Key Features of Nokia Asha 501

64 MB RAM and 128 MB internal memory with 4 GB Micro SD card included with phone can be expended up to 32 GB.

3.1 Mega Pixel Rear camera for better photo.

1 GHz fast Processor for fast processing speed.

Nice wider look with different colors in a affordable price.

Wi-Fi connectivity.

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Top 5 ‘Value for Money’ Phones.

While looking for "Value for Money" phones, for children and teenagers, it’s important to think about what’s affordable, but also high quality.

Phones with low monthly contracts, or efficient pay as you go deals, can sometimes be difficult to justify if they lack basic smartphone features and other settings. However, there are a growing number of affordable phones at the mid and entry level of the market, which ranges from the Motorola RAZR i to the Nokia Asha 201.

RAZR i

This Motorola phone is recommended if you want a high quality handset that’s a few price brackets lower than a Samsung or Apple smartphone – the RAZR i comes with a 2 GHz processor, an 8 MP camera, and the latest version of Android, as well as an impressive battery life of 2,000 mAH. The phone also has an edge to edge screen that takes up almost the whole face of the handset, and can be found for deals of £21 a month with T Mobile, £19 a month with Virgin Mobile, or just £17 a month with Three.

HTC Windows Phone 8S

Designed to be used by smartphone fans that want an effective but not overly expensive phone, the Windows Phone 8S is perhaps best for younger teenagers that are waiting for an upgrade. You can pay less than £200 for the HTC hand set, which comes with 512 MB of storage, a Super LCD screen, apps, and basic contacts and text messaging features. You won’t have a phone that can compete with the top end of the market, but for affordable usage, the 8S is a good investment.

Samsung Galaxy Fame

An entry level take on the bestselling Samsung brand, the Galaxy Fame is available as a handset for less than £170, enabling SIM only deals; smaller than the average Samsung, the Fame has a 3.5 inch screen, a 1 GHz processor, and a 5 MP camera, as well as a screen resolution of 320 x 480 pixels. Users get basic apps and smartphone features, making the Fame an excellent bridge to more expensive phones at an older age – deals include £17 monthly contracts from O2, and £10 budget offers from Orange.

Huawei Ascend G300

This budget Android phone retails as a handset for less than £100, and like the Samsung Galaxy Fame, gives you a stripped down smartphone experience; a 1 GHz processor is used for a phone with a 4 inch screen, basic apps and a camera, and options for low cost monthly tariffs. Contracts for the phone are, however, primarily tied to Vodafone, with a sub-£100 price tag allowing you to set up an inexpensive, pay as you go deal with the network.

Nokia Asha 201

Ideal for younger phone users, the Asha 201 includes basic apps and a calling and messaging interface – you can find the handset for less than £50 on pay as you go, which will get you a 2.4 inch screen, no 3G, but a few apps – the Asha 201 is consequently a good idea if you want to get a phone for an older child that won’t rack up high charges, but that can still be used. Orange offer monthly contracts from about £10.50, while T Mobile’s deal involves the same tariff with 50 minutes of free calls, 250 free texts, and 250 MB of data over GPRS.

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Nokia Lumia 925 goes on sale, with a "Nokia Glance Screen".

Nokia has announced the commencement of sales for its recently launched Nokia Lumia 925 flagship phone. 

The handset will start selling in Germany followed by other European markets and China. After these markets it will start selling in the US and other markets, across the globe.

Along with this, Nokia also announced a new additional feature coming to Lumia phones with the Nokia Lumia 925 a beta version of the "Nokia Glance Screen" that features a standby screen clock along with battery level notifications. The app also brings the much talked about double tap to wake up feature, making it easier to unlock the phone.

Nokia had announced the Lumia 925 last month. The phone comes with a poly carbonate body that is associated with devices in the Lumia range, but with a metal strip around the body. As far as the specs on the Nokia Lumia 925 go, it comes with a 4.5-inch AMOLED Clear Black display with 768x1280 resolution and Gorilla 2 Glass. It is powered by a 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon processor alongside 1 GB RAM and 16 GB of internal storage. It has an 8.7-megapixel PureView rear camera and 1.2-megapixel wide-angle front camera. Nokia claims that the Lumia 925's camera is better than the one in Lumia 920 , which won a lot of rave reviews, especially for its low-light performance. The Lumia 925 also introduces the new Nokia Smart Camera mode that offers an easy way to capture ten images at once and edit the pictures with options like Best Shot, Action Shot, and Motion Focus.

Nokia Lumia 925 features a 2,000 mAh battery and runs Windows Phone 8.The Nokia Lumia 925 also offers a variety of exclusive services such as Nokia Music for unlimited streaming of free music playlists. The suite of integrated location and navigation services include HERE Drive+ and HERE Maps. Additionally, HERE Maps with augmented reality view will be available in the Store for download.

Nokia had announced that the Lumia 925 will be priced around 469 EUR before taxes and subsidies.

Nokia Lumia 925 key specifications

• 4.5-inch AMOLED Clear Black display with 768x1280 resolution
• 1.5 GHz dual-core Snapdragon processor
• Windows Phone 8
• 1 GB RAM
• 16 GB of internal storage
• 8.7-megapixel PureView rear camera
• 1.2-megapixel wide-angle front camera
• 2,000 mAh battery

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