PHIL: Windows Phone 7.8 rolls out to the Nokia Lumia 800

During the time Microsoft was introducing to the world Windows Phone 8, they made it clear that previous Windows Phone smartphones won't get the latest version of the OS but rather they will get Windows Phone 7.8. WP 7.8 is that version of the Windows Phone that is still Windows Phone 7 but looks and has features taken from Windows Phone 8. Think of it as like a bridge before you get to the land of WP8. Anyway, in the Philippines, the WP 7.8 update has started rolling out to the Nokia Lumia 800 (Nokia's first flagship Windows Phone device). For those of you who owns that device, you can download the update via your PC or Mac, just run Zune and connect your device.

Nokia Lumia 800 starts getting Windows Phone 7.8

One of those Windows Phone devices that will never see the light of Windows Phone 8, the Nokia Lumia 800 has started receiving its Windows Phone 7.8 software update. This version of Windows Phone basically makes your non-WP8 software look more like a WP8 device. Of course, just like any other updates, this one comes with tons of stability and security fixes. So, for those who owns a Lumia 800, head over here to get the update.

PHIL: Globe to launch the Nokia Lumia 800 come April 18th

Globe will officially launch the Nokia Lumia 800 come April 18th, confirmed by Techie. Pre-orders of the device was already started when Globe officially announced the device. You can pre-order the Lumia 800 over at Globe Telecom's website. The Philippine carrier will be offering the Windows Phone powered device for Php 1,499/month with Globe's UnliData plan 990. Cheers!

Nokia pushes a software update to the Lumia 800 which improves battery life

Nokia has released a software update to the Lumia 800 which is here to basically confront the battery life of the device. Nokia says that this software, version 1600.2487.8107.12070, should significantly improve the battery life and the battery management of your Nokia Lumia 800. The update is not administered OTA but you need your USB cable and your Mac or PC in order to get the update. You can check if the update has arrived in your country and/or your carrier by heading over here.

Nokia launches the Lumia 800C in China

Nokia has launched the Lumia 800 smartphone in China and is apparently the country's first Windows Phone device to be launched. Nokia and China Telecom jointly announced it. China Telecom operates the world's largest CDMA network and Nokia has purposely made the necessary tweaks on the Lumia 800 to properly work with the carrier's network and o properly give the Chinese market the best Windows Phone experience they can get from the smartphone. Nokia has named the device, officially, as the Lumia 800C.

White Nokia Lumia 800 will be available later this month

The White Nokia Lumia 800 is officially announced by the Finnish phone maker and is scheduled to be available to various markets on this month of February. Personally, I thought that the black Lumia 800 looked great but the white just took the whole show, it looks awesome. The white version of the smartphone would still pack the same specs and whatnot as the other colored Nokia Lumia 800s are. So for those who are waiting for this amazing Windows Phone smartphone from Nokia in White then definitely this is goo news to all of you. Nokia's press release is silent about which countries the device will be available also with the exact date when it will be available. Head over the break to read on Nokia's press release and to view more of the device's photos.

Nokia Lumia 800 update rolls out - improves battery life and WiFi connectivity

Nokia has started rolling out a software update to the Nokia Lumia 800 which will bring the software version of the device to version 1600.2483.8106.11500. The software brings in the promised battery life enhancement and WiFi connectivity improvements. The software update, by the way, is being rolled out globally. For those who owns a Lumia 800, your smartphone should be sending you a message for a new software update available for download and installation but the update will be delivered via Microsoft Zune (Windows Phone 7 Connector for Macs). For detailed instructions on how to update your Lumia 800, head over to the Nokia Support Site.

USA: Nokia Lumia 800 unlocked now only $535.87 from Amazon

When the Windows Phone-powered Nokia Lumia 800 became available over at Amazon in the US, it was first priced at $649.99 for one unlocked 16GB Lumia 800. But now, Amazon has dropped the price of Nokia's flagship Windows Phone smartphone to just $535.87. Amazon does not have a lot of stock for the device, it currently says "10 new" so for those who wants to own a much lesser priced Lumia 800 head over to Amazon now.

AUS: MobiCity now sells an unlocked Nokia Lumia 800 for $679

Australians are really getting all of the great news today. MobiCity is now offering or selling the Nokia Lumia 800 for an unlocked price of only $679. The unlocked device can be used either with Optus, Telstra, Vodafone,  and Three. Those who are in Australia and wants to own a Lumia 800, head over to MobiCity now and get yourself a Christmas gift.

USA: Amazon sells the Nokia Lumia 800 for $649.99

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The Nokia Lumia 800 was already available in the US courtesy of Expansys for $699.99. But if you want to get the same smartphone with 16GB of internal storage but with a $50 less price, then Amazon is your retailer for that. The Nokia Lumia 800 is now available over at Amazon USA for only $649.99. So for those who are in the USA and for those who wants to own Nokia's flagship Windows Phone 7 smartphone, head over to Amazon USA (or Expansys). For detailed specs of the Nokia Lumia 800 click here.

IND: Nokia Lumia 800 now available for pre-order in India

The Indian website of Nokia is now accepting pre-orders of the Nokia Lumia 800. Well, if that is what booking the device would mean for Nokia. According to Fone Arena, in order to reserve a Lumia 800 you have to pay a "small advance", like 1,000-2,000 INR which is due to be shipped "in the next 10 days". Nokia has not yet confirmed how much the smartphone will actually be priced in the country, but for those who wants to be one of the first to own a sexy Lumia 800, reserving one is your best bet. 

UK: Nokia Lumia 800 is now available in the UK

The Nokia Lumia 800 is now officially launched in the UK. Two carriers are now offering Nokia's top Windows Phone device. Three UK and Vodafone UK are the carriers and are pricing the device for £37 and  £36, respectively. You can head over to Three UK and Vodafone UK to get your Nokia Lumia 800 now.

UK: Vodafone now accepts pre-orders for the black Nokia Lumia 800

Nokia's newest smartphone, the Lumia 800, is now available for pre-orders over at Vodafone! Not only that, Vodafone UK offers the black colored Lumia 800. The smartphone was announced back in October and has been in the news ever since. The phone runs on Microsoft's latest iteration of their Windows Phone platform and is touted to be the best WP7 device ever. To get a glimpse on the specs of the Lumia 800, click here.

Nokia Lumia 800 the N9 of the the Windows Phone world

And last but not least, of course, is the Nokia Lumia 800. Now, this is the true top-notch Windows Phone 7.5 Mango smartphone from Nokia. Announced as the last product during Nokia World 2011, the Lumia 800 is a Windows Phone Mango smartphone that looks like the Nokia N9. Apparently, this will be Nokia's new flagship smartphone (regardless of the platform) taking that spot from the N9. Of course, I just made that up, but it's obvious ain't it?