Lumia Windows phones haven’t yet all been given the opportunity to try the new Windows 10 operating system for mobile devices – Microsoft previously stated that at first the OS would be arriving on mid-level phones, so up until recently the entire Lumia range for example has not yet been upgraded,
The reason for some of the lacking inclusions is to do with partition sizes on phones. Some phones use different hard disc sizes and models and the code for getting the single OS to work with these partitions isn’t yet ready. however Microsoft has promised the code will be on the way via their Twitter.
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However Microsoft’s been on the move, and will soon be expanding the compatibility for phones with the new OS – a whole host of devices will soon be given the opportunity to upgrade, meaning that now even older and more complex phones have been included. Here’s the full list of newly added devices.
- Lumia 1020
- Lumia 1320
- Lumia 1520
- Lumia 520
- Lumia 525
- Lumia 526
- Lumia 530
- Lumia 530 Dual Sim
- Lumia 535
- Lumia 620
- Lumia 625
- Lumia 630
- Lumia 630 Dual Sim
- Lumia 635
- Lumia 636
- Lumia 638
- Lumia 720
- Lumia 730
- Lumia 730 Dual SIM
- Lumia 735
- Lumia 810
- Lumia 820
- Lumia 822
- Lumia 830
- Lumia 920
- Lumia 925
- Lumia 928
- Lumia ICON
- Microsoft Lumia 430
- Microsoft Lumia 435
- Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM
- Microsoft Lumia 435 Dual SIM DTV
- Microsoft Lumia 532
- Microsoft Lumia 532 Dual SIM
- Microsoft Lumia 640 Dual SIM
- Microsoft Lumia 535 Dual SIM
This is the entire list of supported phones right now, and of course the ones included on here will be given the ability to upgrade, if not now very soon. Highlights include the Lumia 1020, 1320, 1520, 920 and the Icon. It’ll take a good few days before the update drops so check in 7-10 days at our best guess.
The popular Lumia 930 isn’t yet here, but of course once Microsoft fiddles around the phone should be able to get Windows 10 in the next update. of course the more modern devices will most likely be the last to get support, but again, the next update might be the one for 930 owners.
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You can get hold of Windows 10 through the technical preview app downloadable on your mobile – first you need to register with the Windows 10 insider program here.
Once you’ve done that all you need to do is register your device through the program and follow the instructions. it’s a little complicated and for further information check out the original Microsoft blog post on joining up – it’s here.
When the full Windows Phone range gets Windows 10, chances are Microsoft will let us all know. Check back with us for any updates or further supported devices – even if you don’t have a Lumia Windows Phone you may stand a chance of getting on the supported list soon.
Source: Windows Blog
Via: Engadget