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Developer Preview is the Windows operating system. Cyan is device-specific firmware (drivers, etc.) and not available from Developer Preview.Well, technically you can via what Microsoft calls "developer preview", I believe as other on this forum HAVE done it.
Well, technically you can via what Microsoft calls "developer preview", I believe as other on this forum HAVE done it.
I would guess that it VOIDS the warranty,
This misinformation has been corrected so many times...
The Developer's preview does not void your warranty.
THANKS, SpaceyO ... I love to "stand corrected" with great news like this! So, I read that "Denim" is scheduled to rollout soon for DP ... HOW, do we know, IF this will work on the Icon?
I mean 8.1.1 ...
Developer Preview is the Windows operating system. Cyan is device-specific firmware (drivers, etc.) and not available from Developer Preview.
It might be possible for MS to do this with AT&T or T-Mobile, but not Verizon or Sprint. CDMA keys are controlled by them and without the keys it just won't work.
It might be possible for MS to do this with AT&T or T-Mobile, but not Verizon or Sprint. CDMA keys are controlled by them and without the keys it just won't work.
This is the first explanation that I have heard that could explain why Microsoft might not be able to furnish Cyan without Verizon. But doesn't the PFD app bypass OTA updates? Are you saying that the CDMA keys are a part of the Cyan firmware that must be added by Verizon?
I am not clear on exactly what the issue is that you are describing. Could you elaborate?
But... since Microsoft(NOK) built Black, you'd have thought they'd have all that and be able to build Cyan.
It's more likely contractual. We know Verizon have to approve all devices. And being CDMA makes them rather unique... Harder for Microsoft to say "50 other companies have approved this, sign here". Hopefully Microsoft's contract also says that Verizon have to approve so many updates they submit, ensuring Verizon provide testing resources.
But... if you don't like Verizon, speak with your wallet. After slamming on Twitter.
Sure.
Just flash your phone to a different firmware.