First Update In Microsoft Phone 8.1 Developer Edition

Microsoft is all set to rollout its all-new Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview update, aimed at the Windows Phone app developers and enthusiasts. Unfortunately, not much is known about the new features this update would bring at this time. From bits and pieces we have managed to piece together, it is evident that this update would include a number of bug fixes and improvements to the battery life.

Joe Belfiore, the Corporate Vice President and Manager of the Windows Phone Program Management, was first to release information about the Microsoft Windows update via his tweet. The tweet read, ”Running #WP8.1 Developer Preview? GO CHECK FOR UPDATES! We have news bits with plenty of bug fixes including some battery improvements!”

However, Microsoft declined to provide details about the update, only stating that the Windows Phone 8.1 Developer Preview update contains “Several improvements based on the feedbacks we’ve received.” This means bug fixes which aim on improving the system performance.

To receive these latest updates, navigate to the Settings menu and then select the Phone Updates option. Inside this menu, you will have to check for the latest updates by clicking on Check for Updates. Your Microsoft Phone will check for the latest updates and prompt you to install them over the air. As per Paul Thurrot's WinSupersite, your handset’s firmware would change from 8.10.12359.845 to 8.10.12382.878 once the update is complete.

Prior to these developer updates, we had received news about the release of Microsoft Windows update for the Windows Phone 8 smartphone users. The OS update was rolled out on June 24 of this year.

The newly released Windows Phone 8.1 Operating system’s End Of Life is 36 months (3 years) from the lifecycle start date. The official Microsoft support page lists June 24, 2014 as the lifecycle start date. Hence, the mainstream Microsoft Support is expected to end on July 11, 2017. After the date, Microsoft will cease creating and distributing any updates for Windows Phone 8.1 Operating System. The previous version, Windows Phone 8 Operating System, also boasts 3 years of life support.

Nokia Lumia 930, the flagship smartphone introduced during Microsoft Build 2014 event along with Lumia 630 and Lumia 635 handsets, will all feature the all-new Windows Phone 8.1 Operating System since the latest version of operating system is expected to roll out approximately at the same time. Nokia Lumia 930 is much awaited as it boasts Microsoft's Cortana, which is said to rival Apples’ Siri.

Using Inbox Repair Tool In Outlook

The main issue that an Outlook user has to endure is the corruption of data files in the program. If you encounter such a problem, then it will mean that you are unable to use your contacts, emails, and calendar details. This is due to the fact that all the data in the Outlook including emails and other personal data of the user like contacts and calendars are all stored in the PST files.

Therefore, corruption or damage of the PST file will mean that you will not be able to access any data in your Outlook email client. However, you can fix this problem by running a troubleshooting tool that comes along with Outlook- the inbox repair tool. Here we describe instructions from Outlook problems and help site for using the program for fixing the issue.

Instructions

• First, you need to locate the inbox repair tool, which can be easily done by searching for the Scanpst.exe file in the Windows Explorer window. The system will show the file in the search results, double click on the file for starting the process. 
• You will be able to see a window on the screen, navigate to the location in which you have stored the PST file in your system and then click on the Start button for starting the scan process. 
• The tool will now scan the PST file for any errors and will display the issues and bugs found in the file on the screen. The inbox repair tool will show you the results of the scan as a report and you will be able to know from the report the errors can be repaired. 
• The technicians in Outlook problems and help website advise you to click on the Repair button for repairing the errors found in the PST file. The inbox repair tool will now fix the issue with your PST file, so that you would be able to access Outlook program without any issues. 

If you follow the simple instructions given above, you will be able to fix the corrupted or damaged PST files of the Outlook program. However if you were not able to able to fix the issues with the program, feel free to contact our Outlook help and support team or try using a professional Outlook repair tool that is available over the internet.

How To Upgrade Your Operating System To Windows 8

Now, with the release of Windows 8 operating system, you can find out how it feels to use a desktop computer just like your Smartphone. Windows 8 comes with support for touch screen monitors and various other features. Now, if you were in search of steps on how to upgrade to Windows 8, then this post would be helpful. Here, we will find out how to upgrade the computer with Windows 8 operating system.

Steps Involved
Before we begin, keep in mind that Windows 8 comes in DVD and is available for download too. In this post, we will find out how to use the Windows 8 upgrade disk to install the operating system.

• Turn on the PC and press the key F2 or Del to open the BIOS Settings. 
• Here, select the option Boot and then make your DVD/CD drive as the first boot priority. 
• Open the DVD/CD Drive and place the Windows 8 DVD in the drive. 
• Restart the PC. 
• The Windows 8 installation screen should come up automatically. However, if you do not see this screen, double-click and open the Setup File. 
• Choose the option Go Online to Install Updates Now (Recommended) and click the button Next. 
• Type the Product Key in the specified field and select the button Next. 
• Choose the option Install. 
• The next window will show the various options you have chosen. You can alter these choices by selecting the link Change Selection. 
• Once you click the Install button, the installation process begins and this could last for several minutes. 
• Your computer would restart many times during the process. 
• You will see the message Press any key to boot from CD or DVD during the installation process. This occurs during the restart and therefore, you need not press any key and the operating system would continue the installation by itself. 
• You may choose a background color and then select the Next button. 
• Choose the option Use Express Settings. This setting will ensure the installation of drivers, turn on security features, enables you to share files etc. 
• Keep in mind that you do have the option to Customize the installation process. Here, you can choose the settings and enable the features you like to see on the computer. 
• When the installation is over, you will be taken to the Start screen of the operating system. 

We hope that this post has helped you to find out how to upgrade to Windows 8 from an earlier version of Windows operating system.

Upgrade From Windows 8 To 8.1 For No Charge

Windows 8 and Windows 8.1 are the latest Operating systems released by Microsoft. People who previously asked how to upgrade to Windows 8, have now started looking for options to upgrade to Windows 8.1.

The tile UI is the most attractive feature of the operating system. But, the features like the absence of Start menu in Windows 8 made it just impossible to reboot system easily. Windows 8 had several other imperfections. Several tech forum blogs were loaded with these complains and as a result, Microsoft launched the Windows 8.1 OS.

Good news for the users is that Windows 8.1 comes with the Start button, which makes rebooting the machine as simple as it was before Windows 8. Some of the other features that Windows 8.1 has for its users are the improved search functionality, increased speed in booting and rebooting the machine and the latest platform that enables best cloud integration. There are many more improvements in Windows 8.1. A transition from Windows 8 to Windows 8.1 is quite easy and you can adapt to the new OS quickly.

All that you need to do is to download and install it from the Windows Store. Before you download it, it is best to check if your machine has all the necessary specifications to support Windows 8.1.

Some of the details you need to check before upgrading. 

• It is important to check if the system specifications support the new operating system. In case you have window 8 and are trying to upgrade it to Windows 8.1, then system specification is not a bother, as both have the same system requirements.
• Transferring files to the new operating system is not a big deal. It is very simple. However, to be on the safe side, creating a backup is recommended while upgrading to Windows 8.1. The backup will come handy in case something goes wrong.  
• It is important to keep Windows 8 up-to-date before upgrading. Make sure that the internet connection is available and steady. While upgrading if the internet is not properly connected or if the previous operating system is not updated, then it might result in an error. 
• Once you download the copy of Windows 8.1, you can start installing it. 
• See that you restart the computer once the installation is complete. 

These tips will be useful to those, who want to know how to upgrade to Windows 8 or Windows 8.1.