TECH: Nokia 3310 gets 41-megapixel, Windows Phone Makeover

Initially released in the year 2000, the Nokia 3310 went on to be one of the most successful mobile phones ever. More than 125 million were sold and, thanks to a small group of Nokia fanatics, this cult handset is making a modern-day comeback.

Staying near-true to the original design, the Nokia 3310 with PureView will add a 41MP PureView camera with Zeiss optics and Xenon flash, and will run a modified version of Windows 8 to fit the unique ‘Clear Diamond’ three-inch touch screen.

As well as the classic metallic dark blue, the Nokia 3310 with PureView will also come in yellow, blue, red and green.

Three ‘soft-touch’ navigation keys still feature a Windows Phone ‘home’ button has been introduced to you straight back to the Start Screen.

LiveTiles and App Folders are supported and it comes pre-installed with MS Office, Xbox Games, Outlook and OneDrive that offers 7GB free cloud storage out of the box.

Juha Alakarhu, Nokia head of Imaging Technologies, said:

“I’m really excited that we’ve found a way to marry our innovative PureView technology with sucha beloved device.

With its durable design and iconic look, we think even more people will enjoy our signature PureView magic ”power the next-gen operating system and class-leading camera, Nokia engineers have achieved the unthinkable, scaling down a dual-core processor, 2GB RAM and 32GB of on-board storage into a case that mimics the original size (113 x 48 x 22mm) and weight (133g).

A side-mounted MicroSD card slot offers additional storage expansion. The first devices will rollout with 3G connectivity while LTE-equipped devices will follow later in the year.

With a nostalgic nod to yesteryear, the Nokia 3310 with PureView comes pre-loaded with four games – Snake II, Pairs II, Space Impact and Bantumi -, a currency converter and original monophonic ringtones.

Norman Gage, who has been campaigning for the return of the Nokia 3310 since its discontinuation, said:

“It’s an historic day. For five years, we’ve worked hard to make our voice heard and now our dreams are about to become reality. Personally, I’d have preferred to keep the five-line, monochrome screen, six ringing-tone volume levels and original message templates, but you can’t win them all!”

Were you an original Nokia 3310 owner? Will you upgrade? Let us know, below.

Specifications

Dimensions
Height: 113mm
Width: 48mm
Thickness: 22mm
Weight: 133g

Display and User Interface
Display size: 3-inch ‘Clear Diamond’
Display resolution: WXGA (1280 x 768)
Display features: Brightness control, Nokia Glance screen, Refresh rate 60 Hz, Sunlight readability enhancements, Corning® Gorilla® Glass 3, PureMotion HD+, Sculpted glass, Wide viewing angle
Display colors: TrueColor (24-bit/16M)
Touch screen technology: Super sensitive touch
Sensors: Ambient light sensor, Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Barometer, Gyroscope, Magnetometer

Keys and Input Methods
User Input: Touch + Softkey
Operating keys: Volume keys, Camera key, Power/Lock key, Microsoft Home, Navigation keys.

Hardware Connectivity
SIM card type: Micro SIM
Charging connectors: Micro-USB
AV connectors: 3.5mm audio connector
Bluetooth: Bluetooth 4.0
Wi-Fi: WLAN IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n
Network: 3G
Battery: Battery capacity: 1430 mAh
Battery voltage: 3.7V
Removable battery: Yes
Wireless charging: No
Processor type: Dual-core 1.5 GHz
Memory User data storage: In device
RAM: 2GB
Mass memory: 32GB
Free cloud storage: 7GB

Photography
Primary camera sensor size: 41 MP, PureView
Camera Focus Type: Auto focus
ZEISS optics: Yes
Sensor size: 1/1.5inch
Main camera f-number/aperture: f/2.2
Camera focal length: 26mm
Camera minimum focus range: 15cm
Camera image formats: JPEG
Camera Flash Type: Xenon flash
Flash operating range: 4.0m
Flash modes: Off, Automatic, On

Main camera features
Main camera – other features: 6-lens optics, Backside-illuminated image sensor, High resolution zoom 3x, Optical image stabilization, PureView

Image capturing
Capture modes: Video, Still
Scene modes: Automatic, Sports, Night
White balance modes: Cloudy, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Daylight, Automatic
Light sensitivity: Automatic, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600, ISO 3200

Video
Camera Video resolution: 1080p (Full HD, 1920 x 1080)
Camera video frame rate: 30 fps
Camera video zoom: 6x
Video playback frame rate: 30 fps

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BBM Coming to Windows Phone and Nokia X Platform

We’ve got exciting news for Windows Phone users this morning – BBM is on its way to you in the coming months!

From the beginning we’ve said that we’re committed to listening to what customers want and you’ve spoken – Windows Phone users want BBM! BBM will also be supported on the newly announced Nokia X platform.

In a recent press release John Sims, President, Global Enterprise Solutions at BlackBerry said,

“BBM continues to grow in popularity as millions of people use our mobile platform for chatting and connecting with friends or colleagues, and we are very excited that we will soon welcome Windows Phone and Nokia X users to the BBM community,”

Bryan Biniak, Vice President and GM of Developer Relations, Nokia Corporation added,

“Today marks an exciting moment for Nokia. By bringing BBM to the Windows Phone and Nokia X communities, our customers will be able to experience this popular global messaging app.”

Thanks to everyone who took Twitter, Facebook and our blog to ask for BBM on other platforms like Windows Phone.

The BBM team is hard at work on BBM for Windows Phone and Nokia X as well as lots of great new features for BBM that we can’t wait to tell you about. BBM will be available as a free download for Windows Phone users this summer.

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GTA: San Andreas hits Windows Phone

Rockstar had launched the mobile version of its critically acclaimed Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas game on iOS and Android platforms a while ago and now, the gaming firm has released the action packed title for Windows Phone.

The gameplay remains largely similar to that of the already existing iOS and Android versions with minor changes in graphics and controls. You can check out our review to know more about the story, sound, characters and of course, what we think of the game.

Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas is currently available for Nokia Lumia 1520, 1320, 822, 820, 810, 525, 1020 and HTC 8XT.

However, the game is expected to support more devices in the coming weeks. It has to be noted that the game requires over 2.5GB data to function. So, we suggest you find a Wi-Fi network for hassle-free download.

If you have any of the above mentioned devices, then you can download the GTA: San Andreas on your Windows Phone from the source link below for a price tag of $6.99

Download it HERE

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Glo ‘My Phone’ Data Bundle Promo – Get 1.6GB Data For N2,000

I am pretty sure all Glo lovers are really going to love this new update. Just recently, Glo promised to give twice the value when you subscribe for my phone Glo bolt data plan.

This means with N2,000 you get 1.6GB Data Value instead of the previous 800Mb.

To subscribe, use the hsi.glo.com portal or simply text '55' to '127'. You can also 'share it' and 'gift it'

This Plan was said to start working From 23rd Of January 2014.

It works on mobile phones, and other device and I am Very Sure Glo Subscriber Using Android, iPhone and Windows Phone Would Enjoy This New Plan.

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Asphalt 8: Airborne Goes Free on Windows Phone

The latest iteration of the popular Asphalt racing series for mobile devices is now available for free on Windows Phone 8 devices.

The game usually retails for $0.99, so be sure to grab it quickly before the offer runs out.

Asphalt 8: Airborne lets you jump off ramps and perform midair stunts, while keeping both the intense arcade racing,customizable cars, career mode, as well as online and local multiplayer over Wi-Fi.

For more on the game, check out our full review right here Windows Phone 8 users can get their hands on the game here.

Meanwhile, both the iOS here and Android here versions are still free as well.

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Nokia Lumia Available for Pre-Order from Etisalat

Nokia’s Lumia 1020, the Windows Phone 8 smartphone with arguably the most advanced camera hardware out yet, is now available for pre-order in Nigeria from Etisalat.

The device would set you back N132,000 but to help ease the cost, Etisalat is bundling the device with N37,500 worth of airtime for calls, SMS and data (if you activate their Easy Flex 5000 plan thrice), and you also get 10-15% discounts on Etihad tickets bundled in as well.

For more information, hit the pre-order page on Etisalat’s site.

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Skype will no longer update its Windows Phone 7 app, will concentrate on Windows Phone 8

Skype, a Microsoft owned company, has officially announced that the popular instant messenger will no longer support its Windows Phone 7 app with regular updates and will instead concentrate on developing its app on the latest version of the Windows Phone operating system.

The latest move comes on the basis of the vast majority of the Skype users being on Windows Phone 8. However, Skype for Windows Phone 7 will be available in the WP Marketplace, so you can still continue to enjoy the instant messenger with chat, voice and video calls on your smartphones.

Source

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Download and Use WeChat Application on PC and all Mobile Platform

WeChat Application is a cross platform mobile messaging app which allows you to send messages, video calls, voice chat with friends on WeChat without paying extra dime.

It is the new way to connect and keep up with your folks! Wechat application uses the same internet data plan that you use to access email and web browsing, there is no extra cost to send messages and
stay in touch with your friends.

In addition to messaging WeChat users can also do group chat and also send each other unlimited pictures, videos and audio media messages.

WeChat application is available for Blackberry, iOS, Android, Windows Phone, Nokia OS and even for PC.

You can download WeChat for Nokia, Blackberry, HTC mobile phones running on Android, Nokia mobile operating system etc.

You can download the latest release of WeChat application absolutely free.

Android
If your phone runs on Android operating system then you can download Wechat from Google Play Store:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.tencent.mm

Nokia
Nokia phone users can download wechat for S40 phone from http://www.portalz9ja.com/site_file.xhtml?get-file=573 while Symbian users should download: http://www.portalz9ja.com/site_file.xhtml?get-file=484

The Java Version Supported device list:
Nokia Asha
303/305/306/307/308/309/310/311
Nokia
X3-02/C3-01

Blackberry
You can download WeChat for your blacbkberry 10 and other blackberry phones from BB App World Here

Windows Phone
Download it Here and sign in your MicroSoft account

The Web PC version of WeChat is also available and can be accessed from www.wechat.com

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How to Get the Mtn Mobile Self-Care App & the Function

Enjoy a greater level of convenience and control of your mobile Account with the new MTN mobile self care application. Although it was launched some months back.

What is the MTN Mobile Self-Care App?
The MTN mobile self-care application is an app that you can download on your phone and use for managing your mobile account transactions from your phone real-time.

What can I do on the MTN Mobile Self-Care App?
You can easily perform the following transactions from your phone when you download the MTN mobile self-care app;
* Check your account profile.
* Check your recent account recharges.
* Subscribe to a blackberry/Fastlink/mobile internet/ simplesurf data plan.
* Subscribe to MTN callertunez, music and games on MTN Play.
* Check available balance and expiry data of your BlackBerry/Fastlink/mobile internet/Simple Surf data plan.
* Perform a SIM Swap on your lost/stolen MTN line.
* Purchase airtime or pay your phone bills using your Interswitch ATM card.
* Retrieve your PUK code to unlock your SIM.
* Request for MTN Data Settings to manually connect to the internet.

How can I download the MTN Self Care App?
To download the app, simply do one of the following:
1. Send an SMS with the keyword CARE to 5018 (SMS is free). A link to download the app will be sent as an SMS to your phone.
2. Visit the MTN Play wap portal (wap.mtnonlineplay.com) to download the application.
3. Call the MTN Customer Care on 180 or visit any MTN N Walk-in center to have the app link sent to your phone.

What devices can I use to download the self-care app?
The MTN Mobile self-care app works on all BlackBerry, iPhone and android devices as well as all low-end phones that supports J2ME.

What is the memory size of the MTN Self Care app?
You need a memory size of 1.5MB to download this app on your iPhone and android operating handsets and a memory size of 285KB to download on BlackBerry and 150KB for J2ME operating handsets.

Enjoy the New MTN Customer Care in your Hands.

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