Windows Phone 8.1 Archives

Windows Phone 8.1 Will Feature a Swipe Keyboard Function

Microsoft, MobileFebruary 8, 20240Comments

The guys over at Unleasthephones have just released an exclusive new video on keyboard swipe function found in Windows Phone 8.1 code name "Blue". This function allows you to write by holding your finger on one key and then swiping it through different keys which eventually will be combined in creating a word. The feature can…

Microsoft has made Windows Phone free for small display sized devices

Events, Internet & Software, Microsoft, Tech NewsFebruary 25, 20200Comments

Microsoft has made Windows Phone free for all devices (mainly smartphones and tablets) who have a display which is 9inch or smaller, this is done in an effort to encourage smartphone manufacturers to create more devices running Microsoft's mobile operation system Windows Phone 8.1 which now can be sold for less since they won't have to pay…

Windows Phone 8.1 Can Be Flashed Onto Android Devices

Microsoft, Mobile, Tech NewsFebruary 11, 20200Comments

Since it's release, the Windows Phone has been a closed platform and just like any other operating system, you have to buy the hardware to use the software, much like Apple and iOS, if you want to use the software, you have to purchase an Apple related product. But starting with Windows Phone 8.1, Microsoft…

Resources on How to develop a Windows Phone app for free

Microsoft, Mobile, TechnologyOctober 18, 20190Comments

With Windows Phone gaining in popularity and keep getting a bigger market share it is starting to become interesting for developers to get their app on Microsoft's own Windows Phone platform. If you are just a Windows fan or already have developed apps for platforms like Android and iOS, it is always great to read…

Microsoft new Surface Pro 3 “The tablet that can replace your laptop”

Events, Internet & Software, MicrosoftSeptember 15, 20190Comments

Microsoft has just introduced its new Surface Pro 3 tablet, calling it "The tablet that can replace your laptop", after working hard for more then 3 years on the device the new 12inch device is meant to replace its predecessor the Surface Pro 2, similar to the Pro 2 it also features the kickstand and…

First smartphone running Windows Phone 8.1 available late April

Events, Microsoft, Mobile, Tech NewsAugust 28, 20190Comments

Microsoft has officially revealed the new version of its mobile operation system Windows Phone 8.1 at the Microsoft Build conference, version 8.1 will include many new features, improved UI and most importantly Cortana, Microsoft's own voice assistant. Lets take a look at some of the new features:Action Center: Is the long awaited Notification center where you…

Funny things to ask Cortana

Internet & Software, Microsoft, MobileMay 10, 20190Comments

When Siri was first released , many people discovered that besides asking her serious questions such as 'What's the weather like', you could also say stuff to her like 'I love you' which would result in some very funny responses. And just like Siri, Microsoft's new Cortana also has some jokes up her sleeve as…

How to create a backup on Windows Phone 8.1 in 4 easy steps

Microsoft, MobileJune 3, 20180Comments

No one likes to lose its files or pictures on its smartphone and a good way to make sure they never do is by creating backups, something that usually takes time and is easy to forget but Microsoft has added some cool features to Windows Phone 8.1 that make it much easier to backup your…