It looks like Sprint may be get its first Lumia smartphone on its 4G LTE network as FCC documents reveal that the Lumia 735 supports compatibility for Sprint's Spark network. Listed under the model name Nokia RM-1078 in regulatory filings, the phone sports similar dimensions to the Lumia 730 and Lumia 735 variants, and comes with a removable back battery cover, micro SIM card slot, and...
It looks like Oculus may be supporting native apps for its platform. In a keynote presentation, Oculus had shown off a slide revealing that native apps will be coming to Apple's iOS, Google's Android, and Microsoft's Windows Phone. No additional details were given about the coming support for native apps for Oculus coming to Windows Phone, but when this happen, would you be excited...
Could a Windows Phone Wallet expansion be in the works now that Apple had introduced Apple Pay for iPhone users? While nothing has been announced by Microsoft, the company has poached rival Amazon's product leader of Payments in Iain Kennedy. Described as a 6-year veteran at Amazon, Kennedy had worked on the company's "local commerce efforts." According to Re/Code, Kennedy had been...
Microsoft announced that two of its current board members are retiring and that the company is filling the vacant seats with new board members. At the end of their terms, Dave Marquardt and Dina Dublon will retire, and Microsoft said that they would not be seeking re-election. When that happens, effective October 1, Kraft Foods Group Inc. EVP and CFO Teri List-Stoll and Visa Inc. CEO...
The U.S. National Transportation Safety Board, or NTSB, is advocating the elimination of distractions while in a transportation vehicle. Citing disasters, sometimes fatal, that could have been avoided if the operator of their transport vehicle, whether that's a car, boat, plane, or train, was focused on the task at hand rather than distractions caused by the use of personal electronic...
UK's Phones 4U is set to close the doors on its 720 outlets after EE becomes the final carrier partner to terminate its relationship with the retailer prompting administration. The decision to shutter its stores will affect almost 6,000 employees though private equity owner BC Partners assures that "employees will continue to be paid until further notice." "Today is a very sad day...
We had reported that the Microsoft Store had begun selling the affordably priced entry level BLU Win Jr phone, but at a $10 premium over Amazon's $89 pricing. Now, it appears that Microsoft is matching Amazon's pricing and the BLU Win Jr could be obtained through the Windows Phone OS-maker for the same $89. The phone is listed as in stock on Microsoft's online portal with free...
Though currently listed as out of stock online, the Microsoft Store will be selling the BLU Win Jr phone for just $99 unlocked, which is $10 more than what Amazon is offering the phone for. The dual-SIM phone comes with a 4-inch display and colorful shells that make it a great alternative to Microsoft's own Nokia Lumia 635. The phone launches out of the box with Windows Phone 8.1 and...
Microsoft may be close to a $2 billion deal to acquire Mojang, the Swedish gaming company behind the popular Minecraft game. The deal could be finalized as early as the end of this week if these early reports are accurate, which would be surprising considering that Mojang has purposely kept itself away from outside investments. Despite blocky graphics, Minecraft has accumulated a...
If you've been eyeing Nokia's Windows RT-powered Lumia 2520 tablet, you can now grab it for $99 with a two-year contract by ordering on Amazon. The deal appears to only be valid for the AT&T-powered tablet and not the Verizon one at this time. Without a contract, the tablet retails for $569 on Amazon. Are you interested in this tablet? The built-in 4G LTE connectivity is an...
It's been a big news day for Xbox One game debuts, and we're seeing three additional titles added to the mix with Dance Central Spotlight, Warframe, and Warriors Orochi 3 Ultimate all debuting on Microsoft's living room gaming console. For gamers who need some entertainment after school now that we're in back-to-school season, these games should offer some entertainment reprieve....
For Lumia users who lose their keys or valuables, Nokia's Treasure Tag will help you find those treasures with your smartphone. Now, Verizon Wireless has a big $10 sale on the $30 accessory, bringing the price down to just $20. The tags are available in either black, white, or yellow, and features a nice loop that you can attach to your keyring. Combined with free shipping, the tags...
Telegram Messenger's beta app for Windows Phone has been updated to add a few new features to the service and make the app quicker. The update, which is now inversion 0.1.3.8, brings voice messages to secret chats and the ability for users to pin secret chats to the Start screen. Here's the complete update list for what's new in the latest update: broadcast lists voice messages in...
Microsoft had recently undergone quite a bit of criticism recently for the inflated number of apps in the Windows Store, a few of which were confusing and misleading. Well, it seems that Microsoft has heard the moans of consumers and developers alike and the Windows-maker is addressing those complaints with a number of different policy changes that will make it easier for users to find...
AT&T-owned Cricket Wireless is now luring away T-Mobile and MetroPCS customers by offering an account credit promotion if you switch from those rivals. T-Mobile and MetroPCS customers who switch to Cricket Wireless will get a $100 account credit when they port over for each line with a maximum limit of five lines. The offer to switch is good through October 19 if you're...
UK buyers can now save £100 on the Surface 2 at retailer Tesco. The discount comes just after we had reported that the Microsoft Store is offering American buyers a $100 discount on the Windows RT-powered slate in the U.S. The discount applies to both the 32 GB and the 64 GB models of the Surface 2. Does this discount make the Surface 2 tablet more appealing to you? Let us know if...
AT&T has just shuffled its leadership giving former AT&T Mobility head Ralph de la Vega a promotion and letting Glenn Lurie fill his old role. Under the reorganization, Ralph de la Vega will now lead the new Mobility and Business Solutions group. The news comes just after AT&T rival Sprint had announced that it replaced former CEO Dan Hesse with Brightstar founder Mercelo...
While Microsoft is offering a $100 discount off of a brand new Surface 2 through its stores, eBay is now offering a refurbished Surface 2 for just $279. At that price, you're getting the base 32 GB configuration. Compared to the recent sale that Microsoft is offering on the Surface 2, you're saving $70 for the refurbished unit. Unfortunately, with the refurbished sale, you won't be...
Microsoft is now offering a $100 off promotion on its Windows RT-powered Surface 2 tablets, including the model with built-in 4G LTE connectivity. With the $100 discount, the 32 GB version of the Surface 2 now starts at just $349 and the most expensive configuration, the 64 GB model with AT&T 4G LTE, retails for just $579 through Microsoft's online store and at its retail locations...
It looks like the saga to get the VLC media player to launch for Windows Phone continues as developers are continuing to experience setbacks that postpone the launch. On a bit of good news, Thomas Nigro announced that the version for Windows 8.1 is almost ready so the wait won't be too much longer for desktop, laptop, and tablet owners. The version for Windows 8.1 will come with a...