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  1. Alex Dean

    SMS Sync and/or send-receive in Messaging app?

    Hi there, I'm a little confused as to whether we can use the Messaging app in W10 desktop to send SMS via our Windows Phones. Is this actually the case? Because if it is, my messages are not syncing across devices and my Messaging app only gives me the option to send messages via Skype, which...
  2. Alex Dean

    "Package not available for this phone"

    Hi guys, I use a 930 as my daily driver but have a 1020 as a backup phone that I've been trying out the Windows 10 Preview on. Naturally I want to upgrade the latest build, so I've been trying to roll back to 8.1 in order to do so. However, when I try to use WPRT to reinstall 8.1, the program...
  3. Alex Dean

    Official 8.1.1 Update - fix display issue?

    Open the preview for developers app, untick the checkbox and then check for updates again. The update includes updated firmware for the 930 as well as the official 8.1.1 update.
  4. Alex Dean

    Official 8.1.1 Update - fix display issue?

    I've only just stated installing the update so I haven't been able to see for myself, but for those of you who have updated, have you noticed any change in the purple tinting?
  5. Alex Dean

    Loading screen - 930 still have it?

    The only time I've seen it so far on my 930 is when going back to Skype (after is has been opened) using the task switcher.
  6. Alex Dean

    Nokia Software Recovery Tool doesn't recognise my 1020

    As a Dev Preview user, I tried resetting my phone back to 8.0 so I could have the Cyan firmware installed on my 1020 along with 8.1 Update 1, however the program won't recognise the device: The Software Updater for Retail says the exact same thing too. If it helps, my device is a phone that...
  7. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 overheating!

    With regards to Drift Mania 2, if it lags on the same parts it did on your 920 it suggests to me its an issue with the game, not your device.
  8. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 overheating!

    I'd say that's a bit extreme; it's certainly an isolated issue and not related to every 930 model. Many people on the boards have stated that their devices are fine, as is mine; the only time it gets warm is when I first set up the phone and it was restoring my backup/downloading my apps, and...
  9. Alex Dean

    Slight rattle on volume rocker and power button?

    Yeah, I know what you mean. I guess I could learn to live with it; I'll eventually be putting a case on it that covers the buttons most likely. however if this isn't normal behaviour I would at least consider swapping it for another model.
  10. Alex Dean

    Slight rattle on volume rocker and power button?

    Hi guys, Just wondering if this is normal or not. I noticed it when I first opened the box but since I was so excited to get to know the phone I kinda ignored it, but my volume rocker and power button are a little loose fitting, even so much as they move a tiny bit when touched and (very...
  11. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 availability

    Haha, yeah there's definitely a clear case on there; its a little quishy but it fits the phone like a glove so there's no play in it at all. I ordered this one a few days ago in preparation for when my phone arrived until I find another one, although this one seems pretty good so far. It's...
  12. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 availability

    So mine came at about 2:40 this afternoon (good timing since, since the tracking system said it would be with me between 2:34 and 3:34), set up the device, restored my backup and downloaded all the apps. Sapped most of the juice that was already in the battery but now its charging away on the...
  13. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 availability

    I had heard whispers of a wireless charger being included in the box as well, so if this is true for UK models then even better!
  14. Alex Dean

    Photos live tile

    Try selecting the "single photo" option, choose the photo you want, then unpin the app from your start screen and re-pin it.
  15. Alex Dean

    Photos live tile

    It should be listed as an option in the photos app; does your phone not give you this option in the settings? If not then I am not sure why; I don't see why any carrier would restrict this in their firmware.
  16. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 availability

    My delivery info has all been updated in the last half hour too, which is pleasing. DPD will be delivering mine tomorrow, ordered from Phones4U: Lumia 930 White (no upfront cost) Unlimited calls & texts, 4GB data for ?35.50 per month ?150 accessories including wireless speaker, extra charging...
  17. Alex Dean

    Inspiring article that WP owners should read

    I could hardly believe it myself, but a writer for one of the big tech sites actually gave WP a fair chance instead of expecting it to be exactly the same as Android or iOS, instead looking at the phone for what it is and what it can do. And she even decided to switch: Nokia 925: My first...
  18. Alex Dean

    Lumia 930 availability

    I was just going to post something similar. I pre-ordered with Phones 4U on Saturday and they guaranteed me the phone would be delivered on the 17th, however when I log into my account on their website, my order status still says "Awaiting Stock"...
  19. Alex Dean

    Cyan update in the uk

    Glad you know now what you've got to look for - I'm waiting on the EE version of the 920 myself! Cortana won't be available straight away unfortunately; she was supposed to be accessible in the UK during July but apparently that's been pushed back. Expect to see her on your phone in August, or...
  20. Alex Dean

    Cyan update in the uk

    The update is only available in the UK on the Vodafone variants of the 625 and 925 right now. The update for the rest of the models and variants should become available in the coming days and weeks. EDIT: Here is a link; scroll all the way down to the bottom and you will see the models for...