Microsoft has given some advice for those running into the 800705B4 update error. This error is experienced by some users who trying to update their Windows Phone handset. Here is the solution to it. First, make a backup of all the media stored on your computer. Then, erase all content. Do this by going to “Settings” > “Phone” > “Sync Options” > “...[Read More]
HTC Arrive is reminiscent in many ways to the Evo Sprint. That, it is different in a lot of ways. The HTC Arrive has a 3.6 inch display packing 800 x 480 pixel display. It has same specs as other HTC windows phones available in the market. I would not waste time explaining how the Windows Phone looks. Instead, I will discuss what extra apps are bundled with the ARRIVE. Well, there are not many. Th...[Read More]
One of the chief missing features in Windows Phone 7 platform is the lack of any sort of file explorer. Fortunately, the Windows Phone’s developer community is brimming with talented folks that have brought this missing utility to the new operating system. Here is how to install it on your Windows Phone. First, you will first need to unlock your windows phone. Then download the XAP file (think the...[Read More]
Here are the steps on how to developer unlock your WP7 device: Install Windows Phone 7 Developer tools. This will require a reboot at the end. Email the “ChevronWP7.cer” file to your Windows Phone 7 device. Open the email, tap on the attachment to download it. The icon will turn into a shield, tap again to get a new dialog. Press “Install” then OK. Put your WP7 Phone into airplane mode (Settings&g...[Read More]
Microsoft has made a weird decision of not including Outlook syncing. Users of Windows Mobile 6.5 and earlier versions are bound to get confused as there is no Activesync or Mobile Center for Windows Phone. So, how to get your Outlook contacts to your new shiny WP7 device? Here is how: 1) Make a new Gmail account 2) Then download Google Calendar Sync Tool (link given below) 3) Download GO Contact ...[Read More]