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T-Mobile ‘Come Out of the Dark’ TV Commercial (Video)

September 6, 2012
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Verizon may be flaunting its 4G LTE network dominance in a recent ad, but T-Mobile thinks the introduction of its Unlimited Nationwide “4G” Data plan is enough to keep customers from jumping ship. T-Mobile’s new “Come Out of the Dark” TV commercial promotes no caps, no overages and no limits on a Nationwide 4G...
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Verizon Wireless Confirms ‘Multiple’ Windows Phone 8 Smartphones Coming in Q4 of 2012

September 6, 2012
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Last month, we heard Verizon Wireless is planning to release a Nokia branded Windows Phone 8 device by the end of the year. After watching Nokia’s Windows Phone press conference today, it seems likely that the rumored smartphone is either the newly announced Lumia 920 or Lumia 820, both of which support 4G LTE...
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Nokia Wireless Charging Accessories for Lumia 920 and 820 Windows Phones (Video)

September 5, 2012
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Nokia announced a bevy of wireless charging accessories for the Nokia Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 Windows Phone 8 smartphones. Check out promotional videos and descriptions for the wireless charging plate, wireless charging pillow, wireless charging stand, wireless charging speaker and wireless charging shell accessories below. The Luna Bluetooth headset with wireless charging, JBL...
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Nokia PureView Camera on Lumia 920 – Optical Image Stabilization Video and Photo Samples

September 5, 2012
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UPDATE: Nokia has confessed to filming the demonstration video above with a completely different camera, not the Lumia 920! They’ve issued an apology, claiming the video was produced to simulate what they can deliver with optical image stabilization (OIS). A true representation of the OIS feature in action is shown in the video at...
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Nokia PureMotion Display on Lumia 920 Explained (Video)

September 5, 2012
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Nokia introduced the Lumia 920 Windows Phone 8 smartphone earlier with a 4.5-inch PureMotion HD+ WXGA IPS Display. So, what’s Nokia’s PureMotion technology? It essentially eliminates motion blur, but you can check out the short promotional video above for a visual explanation of the new screen tech. Note: also learn about the Nokia Lumia...
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Nokia Unveils Lumia 820 Windows Phone 8 Smartphone (Specs, Pics, Video)

September 5, 2012
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Along with the flagship Lumia 920, Nokia also announced the mid-range Lumia 820 Windows Phone 8 smartphone. While it’s not quite as impressive as the 920, the 820 does offer some versatile and powerful features for a mid-tier handset. A stand-out feature of the device is the exchangeable shell design. The backing of the...
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Nokia Announces Lumia 920 with Windows Phone 8 and PureView Camera (Specs, Images, Video)

September 5, 2012
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Today, at a press conference that was live streamed to the world, Nokia announced the Lumia 920 Windows Phone 8 smartphone. The latest flagship handset from Nokia, which will be available later this year in yellow, red, grey, white and black color options at an undisclosed price-point, offers PureView camera innovation, new navigation experiences...
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Watch Nokia’s Windows Phone 8 Event Live Stream Here

September 5, 2012
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UPDATE: the live stream is now over, but we’ll post the replay video when it’s available. Nokia seems to be having technical difficulties with their video service, so it’s not showing up at the moment. In the meantime, check out our Nokia Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 coverage. Your browser does not support IFrames...
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Rovio to Release Bad Piggies for Android and iOS on September 27, Windows Phone and Windows 8 to Follow

September 4, 2012
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Rovio is planning to release the much anticipated Bad Piggies game for Android and iOS on September 27. Windows Phone and Windows 8 platforms will get the Angry Birds spin-off shortly after, according to the official presser. The new game will be a departure from the previous titles in the Angry Birds series, as...
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HTC Announces September 19 Windows Phone 8 Event; Zenith, Rio and Accord Expected to be in Attendance

September 4, 2012
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September is shaping up to be a busy month for smartphone announcements as Nokia, Motorola and Apple have all lined up to unveil upcoming Windows Phone, Android and iOS products in the first half of the month. Today, HTC announced a press conference of their own; however, this one won’t take place until September...
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Nokia Lumia 920 to be Available in Five Colors (Image)

September 4, 2012
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If you’re wondering what color options will be available at launch for the Nokia Lumia 920, then you’re in luck because another image leak has revealed all. According to the leaked image above, we can expect the upcoming Windows Phone 8 smartphone in red, yellow, white, black and grey. The Nokia Lumia 820 was...
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Nokia Teases September 5 Windows Phone Event (Video)

September 4, 2012
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Nokia has posted a series of teaser videos for the upcoming Microsoft Windows Phone press conference that’s scheduled for tomorrow, September 5th. Microsoft and Nokia are expected to unveil the Lumia 920 and Lumia 820 Windows Phone 8 smartphones at the event. There should be a strong focus on Nokia Maps and City Lens...
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Nokia Lumia 920 and 820 Windows Phone Images

August 31, 2012
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The following leaked images show the upcoming Nokia Lumia 920 (Phi) and Lumia 820 (Arrow) Windows Phone 8 smartphones. The former is said to feature a 4.5-inch display and a PureView camera, while the latter sports a slightly smaller 4.3-inch screen. As you can see, both models will likely be available in multiple color...
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Samsung Announces ATIV S Windows Phone 8 Smartphone (Specs, Images)

August 29, 2012
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Samsung introduced its new “ATIV” line of Windows devices during the Samsung Mobile Unpacked press conference at IFA 2012 today. In case you’re wondering, “ATIV” is actually “VITA” (Latin for Life) spelled backwards. Out of the four ATIV devices announced, the ATIV S is the only smartphone and it’s powered by Microsoft’s Windows Phone...
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Verizon to Offer Nokia Windows Phone 8 Device this Year

August 22, 2012
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Verizon Wireless has been rather quiet in the Windows Phone space ever since launching the HTC Trophy back in May of 2011. According to Bloomberg, the lengthy drought could finally be over as Verizon will reportedly offer a Nokia-branded Windows Phone 8 device this year. Verizon is not expected to be at Microsoft and...
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