Blink, Ragdoll Run, Battery Level for WP8 and Nokia Access Point updated

By Rich Edmonds
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We started off today with a number of apps updated for both Windows Phone 7 and 8, and it seems we'll be ending the evening that way too (depending on where you reside). Ragdoll Run, Access Point, Blink and Battery Level for WP8 have all been bumped. It's certainly been a busy day of publishing before the weekend hits Microsoft and developers.

So what's new in this collection of apps?

Nokia access point

This mysterious system app continues to be updated by Nokia, but we never quite know what the company is implementing or fixing. All we know is Nokia is working its magic and more updates can only mean a better experience for consumers. The app itself enables one to configure access points and how the Windows Phone connects to a desired network.

You can force check an update by viewing access point on the Windows Phone Store.

QR: Access Point

Battery Level

Battery Level for WP8

This Windows Phone 8 app (note the name) is a handy tool for those who wish to keep on top of battery life and usage on their handset. We previously looked at Battery Level for WP8 when it was bumped to version 1.1 last year, but now the app has just hit 1.4. Here's what the changelog reports:

  • Localized to Russian, Polish, Hebrew
  • Bug fixes 

Not the largest update in the world, but still a new release. You can download Battery Level for WP8 from the Windows Phone Store for $0.99.

QR: Battyer Level for WP8

BLINK

BLINK

Microsoft Research pushed out this app earlier this month for Windows Phone 8, which is a lens to help capture photos before completely pressing down the shutter button, etc. to get that perfect shot. BLINK has since been updated to version 1.1 within a matter of days and introduces the following:

  • Fixed edit bug for certain phones
  • Fixed crashing issue for certain Lumia 820s
  • Added tap to select

You can download BLINK from the Windows Phone Store.

QR: BLINK

Ragdoll Run

Ragdoll Run

We've not touched on Ragdoll Run before. The highly popular game for Windows Phone is a cute, 3D puzzle arcade game which sports addictive gameplay with online leaderboard support. The main objective is to have your ragdoll run as far as possible. So what's new in 1.8?

The latest release sports the following:

  • Added Live tile when Ragdoll Run is pinned to the start screen on the phone
  • Updated abilities for Dixie and Zipper to include all Power-ups
  • Changed the unlock criteria for Cookie

But that's enough text, be sure to download Ragdoll Run from the Windows Phone Store for $0.99 - a free version is available.

QR: Ragdoll Run Premium

QR: Ragdoll Run

Thanks, Atif, for tipping us on these updates!

Rich Edmonds
Rich Edmonds
Senior Editor, PC Build

Rich Edmonds was formerly a Senior Editor of PC hardware at Windows Central, covering everything related to PC components and NAS. He's been involved in technology for more than a decade and knows a thing or two about the magic inside a PC chassis. You can follow him on Twitter at @RichEdmonds.

18 Comments
  • Ooooohhhhh, there´re a grey Lumia 920!!! Its is a mirage?? Wow!! :)
  • lol i hv a grey NL920 too
  • Battery level for wp8 gets updated almost every week it seems
  • I email back and forth with the developer. He is very responsive and listens to every recommendation. I have reported bugs that he has fixed within days, like text overlap in chart, default zooming, and hopefully soon some version of time stamping on the graph. (Atif)
  • I have the Lumia 810 in US and can't find access point in the store nor on my phone. Where can I find it and get the newest updated version?
  • You have to wait til your store app receives info about the app/setting update. That's how it is for most app settings that Nokia keeps updating.
  • Could it depend by carriers blocking it? My 920 is SIM free and,I have it...
  • I have a 920 on AT&T and I do not see this access point of which you speak.  Interesting...
  • If you use more than one sim card it allows you to switch settings. You are probably locked into AT&T.
  • I wanted to try out "battery level for WP8", but the trial doesn't work at all. What a waste,...
  • is there a way to check all my apps if theres an update available without searching the app from the store to see if theres an update available?  please help
  • It should do that by its own. I get a small numer next to my store icon displaying the count of apps with an available update.
  • I didn't think I would care for a battery app but I do. I like this one a lot. Looks good, unobtrusive and sits quiet until it has something to say.  Good job on this one.
  • thanks for the info!!
  • I had also another update for the PDF reader this morning.
  • I tried several battery apps. Used battery status a long time. But right now i'm using Power status. It rly provides more information. Especially graphs of battery usage of the last 7 days. Someone might check that.
  • My 4 year-old daughter loves Ragdoll Run!  Great game and she is great at it!  Better than me!
  • Similar to Jhay Yap, I have to do these updates manually??? What the hell Microsoft?