Windows Phone 8 Introduces Important Innovations In Its Third Update

Microsoft continues to make improvements in the latest version of its mobile operating system, Windows Phone 8 . Thus, the third update incorporate a large number of innovations Such as support for larger screens, more Live Tiles, a new way of driving and better accessibility features are some of the features and innovations that incorporates Windows Phone 8 Update 3.

On the other hand, Windows Phone Update 3 also provides new opportunities for hardware manufacturers that will benefit their innovations to design and bring to market amazing devices equipped with Windows Phone.

The new update will begin to reach current equipped with Windows Phone 8 devices in the coming weeks in stages depending on the operator and terminal model, so that the entire process would conclude within several months.

Let's take a more detailed look at the major new features of this update WP8 look:

- Support for higher screen resolutions

The new update opens the door to future Windows Phone devices with much larger screens, 5 and 6 inches . The use of HD 1080p resolution on these devices will make Windows Phone is even more personal, with room for more tiles that will allow the user quick access to everything you care about.

A larger screen means the possibility of beginning further anchor people, files and Apps. Moreover, integrated Hubs applications such as email, photos, people, music and videos also exploit the full potential of the six-inch screens.


- Hardware more potent

The third update will add support for processor quad-core Qualcomm 8974 . The additional power provided by this chip will still smoother experience using Windows.

- Driving Mode

A new feature, called "driving mode" comes with the update. This functionality is intended to minimize distractions when navigating between two points. Driving mode is designed to get the maximum performance and power, for example, use it when connected to a headset with Bluetooth.

Driving Mode limits the notifications on the screen lock, including messages, calls and other alerts allowing its use more secure. New functionality can even be configured to send automatic replies to people who call or write messages to ensure safety at all times while driving.

- Accessibility features

The new update also adds new features to Windows 8 accessibility. This is not a unique feature, but a set of applications designed to make it easier to use Windows Phone applications visually impaired . Among the tools included is a screen reader that allows blind people manage calls and contacts, send messages and emails, browse the Internet, make calls and hear Skype and Lync special notifications as alarms, calendar of events and low battery warnings.

- Connection Sharing

The ability to convert any Windows Phone 8 in a hotspot to share the Internet connection already available, but with the new update, interesting new features that simplify its use are incorporated.enough now matched by a Windows Phone Bluetooth and any device equipped with Windows 8.1 to enjoy the new features. From that moment, it is only necessary to choose the Wi-Fi network provided by the phone to connect to it without removing the phone from his pocket, automatically activating the share on the phone without having to enter a password.

- Other news

Besides hundreds of improvements and performance tweaks, Update 3 also adds many small extremely useful features, many of them based on the user requests through the suggestion box of Windows Phone.

Here are some of them:

Tone: Update 3 allows you to use custom ringtones for different aspects, including instant messages, emails, voicemails and reminders. You can also assign custom ringtones to different contacts for texting call.
Rotation Lock: Lets keep the screen automatically rotate to tilt the terminal, facilitating its use in any position.
 
Storage Management: We make it easy to free up phone memory and manage temporary files. A new category view shows which occupies the space at a glance.
 
Closing applications: The screen makes it possible to switch between applications, now also allows you to close any of them with a simple touch.

Wi-Fi: The new update makes setting up the Wi-Fi only release a new smartphone. Thus no mobile data consumed by inserting user credentials and load all settings and files.

Improved Bluetooth: With Update 3 new possibilities are available to connect accessories to your phone via Bluetooth.

Also, Microsoft has announced the immediate release of the program Windows Phone Preview , which allows developers to access the new operating system to test their applications on it. Registered developers interested in accessing new tools can download Windows Phone 8 Update 3 for evaluation. To do this they need to have an account Dev Center , a free App Studio or terminal dev-unlocked .