why is verizon being so stupid not updating icon to 8.1?
Why is it stupid? It is a low selling device.
The updates come from Microsoft through the device makers.
There are so many threads on this its repetitive.
The update from Microsoft was already released to Verizon. Verizon is still testing 8.1 Cyan. This update is already active on AT&T.
Yes, there ARE many threads on this already. It is encouraging to see so many WP fans chomping at the bit to see this exciting update.
The WP line may be a comparably "low selling device," but considering several million have been purchased and are in use, it's not just a drop in the bucket.
Verizon has one of the most robust networks in the world. They need to ensure that all phones function appropriately on their network prior to a mass release. This update is not a small tweak; Microsoft and Verizon both receive feedback from developers and beta testers during the testing phase. Though I'm just as excited to receive the update, I'm glad they are taking their time to get it right.
Another consideration is marketing. With the new HTC out, it makes more sense to push a new phone with Cyan baked in, wait a couple weeks, then release Cyan to the rest.
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I have written this over and over not just for windows phones but androids as well. (Since we have androids and iPhone in our household) The cellular carrier does not have to update anything.
Please Google the T-Mobile actions regarding a windows phone. They are not releasing an update to a certain unit. And they don't have to. I provided the links.
Why of the 24 windows phones is t-mobile not up... | T-Mobile Support
No more updates for T-Mobile's year-old Lumia 810 Windows Phone - Neowin
Good Luck
The update was pushed to Verizon from Microsoft already, so your statement about the update coming from the manufacturer is irrelevant.
It's going to be updated. Everyone is ignoring the facts. It's in the certification phase. Which means it's in Nokia ballpark. The certification phase is things like FCC regulatory checks, WiFi and Bluetooth consortium checking out to keep the logos and use of those two technologies. Also Qualcomm needs to sign off on the CDMA radios.
Until Nokia gets passed that stage Verizon is in the dark about everything. It's always up to the manufacturer not the carrier like the media FUD going around.
thats not on verizon, its Nokia who are taking forever. It's their phone and their update, not verizon itself. Nokia says its still undergoing test. here's their site that really doesn't tell you much else!: Availability in North America - Nokia
Under testing = undergoing final testing with Microsoft, country or operator to achieve approval.
I believe in this case, it is the "operator." I will see about finding the link to support that.
