There is the developers preview which is free of charge to join. Windows App Studio - Create free apps for Windows Phone, Surface tablets and PCs | Microsoft Make an account using the same email as the one used on the phone then download the preview for developers app, sign in then tick the enroll and check for updates in the settings. Another option would be to buy the 730, 830 or buy then update the 930.Are we any closer to getting Cortana in the UK without being a developer? I'm able to upgrade my phone (currently a lumia 920) at the end of November, I'd like to try Cortana before I make the decision of staying with Windows phone or trying another OS.