Windows Phone 7.8 and Windows Phone 8 update for Nokia phones

Hi Folks,

Nokia started the delivery of Windows Phone updates. An updated for Windows Phone 8 for Lumia 820 as well as 920 will be available for all customers within the next weeks, according to Nokia. Furthermore, there will be an update available to Windows Phone 7.8 for all Windows Phone 7 based  Lumia models within the next days.

The Windows Phone 8 update will be distributed “Over The Air” (OTA) only. The smartphone will notify you when the update is available. Due to the size of the update it is advised to use a WIFI connection to download the update.

The Windows Phone 8 update will improve messaging: messages can then be edited before forwarding. Also, it will also be possible to address a message to multiple recipients at once. Internet Explorer improvements include the possibility to partially delete the browsing history. Bluetooth and WIFI connections are supposed to be more stable. Further improvements include boot-up time, camera as well as power consumption.

 The Windows Phone 7.8 update has to be downloaded while connected to a PC or MAC (Zune or Windows Phone Connector). This update will include Windows Phone 8 Live Tile functionality as well as file sharing via Bluetooth.

Have fun!