Groupon for Windows Phone has finally been updated! The Windows Phone app hasn't received much love from the folks at Groupon, but today you're getting a nice updated. However, most of you won't be able to download the update. Why? Read on to find out. In the Windows Phone Store there are two Groupon apps. One that's part of the Nokia Collection and only available to those with Lumia...
The HTC Windows Phone 8X has been around for some time, but it's still a relevant smartphone and will be upgraded once Windows Phone 8.1 is released by Microsoft. If you're still seeking a Windows Phone deal, check out Groupon where you can pick up the 8X (Verizon refurbished and unlocked) for $149. This discount for consumers enables purchasers to save $250. It's not a low-end...
If you're looking for a very good, entry level Windows Phone and don't necessarily need a Windows Phone 8 device, Groupon has a deal for you. They are offering an unlocked HTC Radar for $172.99. The 3.8" screened device sports a 1GHz processor, 8GB of storage, a 5MP rear camera with BSI sensor and is GSM carrier compatible. It may not have all the bells and whistles of other Windows...
There have been a number of minor updates pushed through the Windows Phone Store for a selection of apps. We've clocked 10 notifications through the night, which certainly feels like Christmas to any smartphone owner. We'll quickly run through what's new in each app in one swoop, to provide a heads up on what you can expect to see should you own any of the apps affected. So sit back,...
In this week's Windows Phone Roundup, we focus on apps that could come in handy with your shopping needs. From taking care of purchases from your Windows Phone to monitoring auctions to even buying/selling an automobile or just trying to find the best deal the Windows Phone Store has a healthy selection of shopping oriented apps. Best Buy (free): The Best Buy app for our Windows Phone...
You know, we’re never shy of a great deal and it looks like we just turned up a corker of an offer. How does a Lumia 710 unlocked and offline sound to you? That’s a cool $141 saving on the list price which is normally $300.00. The Lumia 710 was Nokia’s first budget handset and came out along with the Lumia 800 but was a little overshadowed by the polycarbonate hero phone. The Lumia 710...
Missing or just hiding? We’ve continued to document the small issues plaguing the Windows Phone Store as of late and we want to clear up one that we’re getting a lot of tips on: missing apps. The issue comes up when you try to search for certain apps, namely Facebook, Groupon and WhatsApp for some of you. In short, they’re missing from search results and therefore you can’t download...
During last week’s Nokia presser, the company unveiled a new list of exclusive apps coming to the Lumia line. While some details were given, today the company has taken to the blogs to go into even more information. Most of the apps seem to feature NFC--the ability to wirelessly share information and data with other NFC-enabled devices. NFC for many is the future as there is no pairing...
With the launch of the new Lumia 920 and 820 Windows Phone 8 devices, Nokia has also announced new group of exclusive apps coming to the Lumia line of WIndows Phones. The apps making it to the demo during the Lumia showcase was Angry Birds Roost which will be Nokia only for the first three months of availability. The new Lumia handsets will boast NFC technology and Nokia have secured...
Nokia has released the version 2.5 update for their popular navigation app, Nokia Maps. Version 2.5 adds a few tweaks and fine tuning to improve performance and stability. The update also brings a few new and useful features into the mix. The new features include: Plan and edit routes Live traffic that is updated every three minutes (select areas) Groupon Now! deal offers...
Besides showing off the new hubs, multitasking, IE9 and Skydrive support coming later in 2011 (and those were only the announced features, there's evidently a lot more), there was one surprise app that we saw: Groupon (see their site) For those who haven't been following, Groupon is the biggest "deal" website on the 'net, helping consumers find the best offers and lowest prices for a...