Windows Phone

July 23, 2014
Lumia 530 smartphone expected to roll out in August

The Lumia 530 will expand the reach of Windows Phone as the first Lumia introduced below 100 euros (at 85 euros, or about $114) and makes it easy to switch between two SIM cards. It also includes the latest version of Windows Phone 8.1, with Action Center and the Word Flow keyboard.

July 14, 2014
Cortana to get an advanced degree this fall

This fall, Cortana, the personal assistant for Windows Phone 8.1, will be smarter than ever with academic data powered by Bing. This addition to Bing will make that service even more robust — and will help make Cortana the best personal assistant for researchers.

July 14, 2014
Windows Phone 8.1 updates to Bing apps include single sign on, cooking videos and The New York Times

Based on your feedback, you can now enter your Microsoft credentials once, and choose to connect to each Bing app. Within the Bing Food & Drink app, you’ll now get video tutorials, tips from master chefs and a source hub where you can choose your favorite culinary publishers. The News app expands with The New York Times blogs, which cover health, politics, sports, business and more.

July 10, 2014
Can everyday noise power your mobile phone?

Imagine if the chants at a football game, or the noise of a rowdy crowd, could actually charge your phone. That’s the question the Nokia team posed to a group of scientists. The outcome may surprise you.

July 10, 2014
Red Stripe Deals include ‘Halo: Spartan Assault’ and free ‘Doodle Creatures’

Every Thursday, bargain hunters can rely on the Red Stripe Deals to deliver savings of at least 50 percent off six games and apps for Windows Phone, PCs and tablets. Through July 16, you can find the “Halo” installment built especially for touch-friendly devices, a game that gives you the power to create unusual creatures and an interactive read-aloud experience with “Sesame Street” favorites.