It looked great in the onstage demo, and a video was played pitting it against the Galaxy S4 in a battle, from which it stole the world record for touchscreen speed typing. A new Wi-Fi Sense app joins Storage Sense and other Sense apps, and will suggest well-known, reliable local Wi-Fi hotspots, then connect to them automatically.
It accepts terms of use, and can even store information to put into the online forms. Finally, Internet Explorer 11 comes with a new reading and a privacy mode. Microsoft has scrapped its unpopular licensing fee system, making Windows Phone 8. Two new hardware partners, Micromax and Prestigio, were welcomed to the Microsoft family in April.
Devices from the pair will incorporate Qualcomm chips. Updated on Windows Phone 8. The new software will be known as Windows Phone 8. And here are some features we hope it will have. Updated on by Andy and Jeff: Added new information to all sections, including news on Windows Phone 8. According to the most recent reports , Microsoft has finished the software, and it has been sent out to hardware companies for testing. A launch date of April 23 — for new hardware with the software installed — has been tentatively suggested, but not confirmed, while developers may get access to the new version on April 8.
Cortana could be one of the major new features of Windows Phone 8. According to early leaks , the virtual assistant will respond to voice commands to provide details on the weather, your calendar entries, and navigational duties. Keep going, and notifications will come streaming through. A leaked presentation slide said apps in Windows Phone 8. Those which do appear should have embedded options, such as answering Skype calls directly, or replying to an SMS without opening the app.
A video showing Windows Phone 8. The brief tour of the phone shows a device which shares a similar design to the Android-based Nokia X family. Thanks to an extensive leak on Reddit , where a user claimed to have an early version of Windows Phone 8.
Although the discussion was primarily from a development point of view, it was revealed a new Music app would be included, and SkyDrive had been rebranded OneDrive And OneDrive is already official. Also in Windows Phone 8. A further leak has indicated Windows Phone may recognize the card you have installed, and if it matches certain requirements, the option to move installed apps over to it will be provided.
Like Windows 8, a swipe down the screen will close an app. A few apps will get an overhaul; Internet Explorer, YouTube, and the standard camera app were all specifically mentioned in the leak. Windows Phone is already a good-looking operating system, and version 8. One alteration which will turn heads is the transparent Tile option.
Certain tiles on your home screen become opaque, revealing the lockscreen wallpaper underneath. With the right wallpaper , it can look great. You can also see it in the video below, complete with a very cool scrolling effect when you slide the menu up and down.
This is important, as Android-based devices can be adapted for Windows Phone more easily. Some other, smaller changes visible in early Windows Phone 8. The camera app may get a visual overhaul, while a dedicated Podcast app may be added. Microsoft may be about to make life easier for app developers. However, if Apple decides to launch the iPhone 5 in October, then we could be in for an interesting and surprising battle of the brands between Samsung and Apple.
By Haseeb Javed. Apr 14, EDT. The full range of Windows 8 powered devices will enable this goal. Samsung is one of very few companies that are capable of offereing such a diverse line-up of products and is committed to offering more choices based on Windows 8 platform for consumers. Windows 8 operationg system is sleek, intuitive and compatible across devices. Together Samsung and Microsoft will provide user an advanced, productive and creative experience with its ATIV devices.
Its full lineup is designed for a simple user experience to share your work and ideas as well as enjoy content. Samsung Family Story provides a fun and intuitive content sharing experience. Combing revolutionary design, the power of a notebook PC and the convenience of a tablet PC — the These provide computing power, with Windows 8 functionality as well as full Windows 7 compatability.
Each device features a detachable keyboard-docking system that allows users to easily switch between a clamshell notebook PC and a tablet PC form factor. These devices allow for great mobility with maximum productivity. An advanced finger multi-touch screen provides a technological leap in interactivity, surpassing the traditional two-finger touch features.
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