Mobile operating systems Windows Phone are gaining popularity among users more and more. This is due to the fact that a lot of possibilities have appeared in them, and smartphones themselves have ceased to be only means of communication, but are already a kind of mini-computers. Now we will show you how to install Phone for different versions operating system.
What do you need to consider before installing the system?
Before proceeding directly, you should pay attention to several important factors, without taking into account Windows installation on mobile device It just doesn't make sense.
First, you need to decide which one Windows version Phone will be installed. The catch is that for different modifications and assemblies, the installation method varies quite a lot.
Secondly, you first need to look at the list of supported devices on the official resource. If previously mobile Windows systems could be installed exclusively on devices of the line Nokia Lumia, now the list of supported devices has expanded quite significantly, including some models from HTC, Samsung, LG, etc.
Thirdly, when considering the question of how to install Windows on Windows Phone, we must not forget that initially you need to register on the Microsoft website (create account).
Which to prefer: Windows 8 or 10?
The mobile versions of the G8 and 10 are quite similar not only in the interface, but also in many system components, as well as innovations. However, the eighth version has already been tested and fully improved, but the tenth, if you download its initial build, looks somewhat damp.
Many experts and users note a huge number of bugs in it. If you install special add-ons and updates on top of the initial version of Ten, you can get rid of them.
How to install Phone: G8 installation
At the initial stage the user will need special application called Windows Insider, which can be downloaded and installed directly on your device from the Store. It is designed to search for and install system updates.
After launching the program, you need to find the Get Preview Builds item in it, and then use your own account, which was mentioned above, to access the updates. Next, you should select the line with the Insider Fast button.
Now the most important trick with updates. In the gadget settings, you need to go to the phone update section and activate their search. As soon as they are found (the system will inform you that they are ready for installation), please note that the list should not contain the tenth version, but only the eighth. If “ten” is offered, use the refusal (“Not now” button). This should load version 8.1. This is exactly what you need. The system will install, after which you will need to reboot the device. All! You can enjoy it!
Windows Phone 10: installation nuances
If the user wants to install the tenth version of the system, all steps are repeated, only this particular assembly is selected in the list of updates.
But since the downloaded version of Windows Phone 10 itself will be far from perfect, most likely, the process of searching for updates for the already installed “ten” will have to be repeated. To install the initial version, use Windows client Mobile Insider Preview, downloadable to your smartphone, only in in this case You will need to register in the support program as a developer.
How to install programs from XAP files?
As you can see, downloading and installing the operating system does not cause any particular difficulties. But with programs the situation is somewhat more complicated. Of course, the most simple method Their installation involves directly downloading applications from the “Store”. But what if the user deals with specific distributions in the form of XAP files?
As it turns out, there is a way out, although the technique is more complicated. Windows Phone programs can be installed from such files in several ways. The first option involves using the SDK for Windows 8 or 10, respectively.
First, you should connect your device to your computer using a standard USB cable. Next, you need to go to the Start menu, where you select the all programs section. Here we find Windows folder SDK 8.0 and launch the Application Deployment application from it (it is assumed that the installation file the desired program already loaded). Now we specify Device (smartphone connected to the computer) as the installation location (target), and use the browse button opposite the XAP file path line. Once the appropriate object with the .xap extension is selected, the Expand button is used. We wait until the desired program is installed. When the process is complete, the system will notify you of successful deployment in a message.
Another method for installing programs for Windows Phone involves using the WP Power Tools utility. As in the previous case, the smartphone is connected to the computer, in running application the Connect button is pressed. At the time of the communication session, the smartphone screen must be unlocked.
Then everything is simple: use the browse button and find required file distribution kit, after which we press the button to start installation, which will then become gray, and the application may even stop responding. It's okay, it's normal. When the installation is complete, the success of the process will be confirmed by the button color changing to white. No other confirmations will be issued.
Some Windows Phone Secrets
Finally, let's look at some Windows settings Phone. In addition to what is present in the interface itself, smartphones of this type have quite a lot of nuances that not everyone knows about. These are so-called engineering or service combinations for Windows Phone (codes, the use of which allows you to perform certain operations that are not available from the main menu items).
It will not be possible to consider them all. Too many of them. Let's highlight a couple of the most popular ones. So, for example, to find out IMEI number device in call mode, you need to enter the combination *#06#. No less interesting is the code ##3282#, which allows you to enable 4G access in a couple of steps. In the main Field Test menu, click on the three dots below, then go to the Settings section, after which in the Network Type we set the 4G only parameter.
In general, using combinations different types you can get expanded access to Windows capabilities Phone, although the codes themselves directly depend on the smartphone model and its manufacturer. It is better to familiarize yourself with such information on the official website of the device manufacturer.
Conclusion
In conclusion, it is worth saying that the issue related to Phone or installing any application should not cause any particular difficulties. Typically, if you omit registration, all these processes take only a few minutes. Well, which method to use when installing programs or games depends on what is more convenient for you. However, both methods are very similar. The only difference is in the main applet, which is provided initially.
There have been rumors for a very long time that Microsoft will make it possible to run Android applications on Windows 10 (at that time it was also called Windows 9/Windows Threshold). It was assumed that this is how Microsoft would solve the problem of the shortage of applications on its mobile platform. At the Build 2015 conference, Project Astoria was presented - a so-called bridge for porting an application from Android to Windows. Everything seemed to fall into place, but today everything turned upside down again!
It turns out that Windows 10 Mobile Insider Preview has almost everything you need to install and run apps built for Android. It is installation and launch, not porting. Through not too complicated manipulations, you simply take the distribution kit of Android applications in .apk and install it on your smartphone. The manipulations can be called geeky, but anyone can master them if they want.
We strongly do not recommend performing such manipulations with your main smartphone. The installation path for Abndroid applications is still unofficial, and Windows 10 Mobile itself is currently under active development. It is still unknown what consequences such an operation may lead to. You perform all manipulations at your own peril and risk.
Attention! Everything described below is supported only by smartphones from this list with installed Windows build 10 Mobile 10166 with Developer Enhancements Update and higher: Nokia lumia 920, Nokia Lumia 925, Nokia Lumia 929 (Icon), Nokia Lumia 830, Nokia lumia 930, Nokia Lumia 1520, Nokia Lumia 63x (with 1GB RAM), Nokia Lumia 730, Nokia Lumia 820, Nokia Lumia 435, Nokia Lumia 928.
So, what do you need to do to install an Android application on your Windows 10 Mobile smartphone.
It's obvious that this method Primarily intended for developers. There are no guarantees of application compatibility, as well as guarantees normal operation Android applications with notifications and other operating system components. It is also unknown whether this installation option will remain in future releases of Windows 10 Mobile. Such applications must be distributed legally through Windows Store. But installed this way Twitter app gained access to my images on my smartphone, which seems to hint at a good level of integration of Android applications in Windows 10.
We remind you that you are responsible for violating the license agreements if you install some applications in this way.
P.S. Google Play The Market, of course, won’t just work. But we managed to install Yandex.Store. A curious thing popped up: “Unfortunately, this feature has not yet been implemented.” Does this mean that there is still more to come? :-)
Added 10/22/2012 | Updated 12/01/2012 at 16:04 | mif
In the App Store for Windows Phone already more than 100,000 programs and games, many of which are absolutely free, and some of which you can try before purchasing. Depending on the installation method you choose - from your phone or via a web browser - you will need to do a few simple steps to install the desired application on your Windows Phone phone.
How to install programs and games via phone
This is the most convenient and easy way use of the Marketplace App Store. To buy or download any application you like on your phone, do the following: Note:
- When purchasing programs or games, money is withdrawn from the phone's mobile account (if this option is available). To connect for payment credit card, tap " Change payment method" on the purchase confirmation screen.
An alternative to purchasing applications and games from your phone is to purchase them through any browser. Almost all popular browsers are supported, including Safari on Mac and iPad. Apps you purchase from the Marketplace may be automatically installed immediately without connecting the phone to the computer. To do this, follow these steps:
Note: - To download programs you need a minimum version Windows Phone 7.5.
- Some programs may not work if your phone has 256 MB random access memory. To find out its volume, go to Settings your phone and select " Device information".
- To have apps and games purchased from the Marketplace automatically installed on your phone, go to Settings your phone, select " Phone search" and then enable the setting " Speed up connection to services".
As of yesterday, owners of Windows Phone 8 phones have the ability to install applications from an SD card manually. To do this, follow these steps: Note:
- If you just inserted an SD card or added XAP files, wait a few minutes to access the SD card in the Store.
- The applications that can be installed are listed in the Compatible Applications section.
- Installation from SD card requires latest version XAP file from the Store. If it is not the latest version, it will be listed under Incompatible Applications.