41-Megapixel Nokia Lumia 1020: Everything (we think) we know so far

Which phone has been your favorite so far? Samsung Galaxy S4, HTC One or iPhone 5? Certainly these devices are so hot and sell well around the world. It means a lot but it doesn’t mean everything. Now you have a new choice. How about Nokia's new Lumia 1020? Ahead of the formal announcement in New York on Thursday, details are leaking about the Finnish company's latest device for the U.S. market. Nokia Lumia 1020 is getting a lot of attention for its impressive 41 MP camera. Here’s what we know:

1.  Specs
The device will have a 4.5-inch display and quad-core microchip. It features optical image stabilization, an FM radio, near-field communication tech, 2GB of memory and 32GB of non-expandable flash storage, per the previous link. Oh, and wireless charging will be an option.

2.  Color – Yellow, Black and White
According to Windows Phone Central, Nokia Lumia 1020 will come in white, yellow and black colors.

3.  Mobile Name – Lumia 1020
Over the weekend, Microsoft Windows Phone manager Joe Belfiore posted on Flickr a series of sample images from different Lumia Windows Phones — two of which were shot with a phone tagged as the "Lumia 1020." So this smartphone will launch as the Nokia Lumia 1020. And it will be a Windows Phone, per this unconfirmed press photo and unconfirmed field photo.

4.  Camera – 41 Megapixels
Its differentiating feature will be a camera. Nokia gave us "41 million reasons to zoom in" a few weeks ago, and the company in February introduced a 41-megapixel camera. That was followed by a Guardian report saying it would be taking that tech to Windows Phone handsets.

Additionally, the Lumia 1020 will use Nokia’s Pureview sensor (also featured on the 920 and 808) to take high quality images in low light situations.  The 1020’s camera is also expected to include sophisticated (if not new) photography options like: Optic Image Stabilization, LED and Xenon flash, a “lossless zoom” feature, and settings for ISO, white balance, manual focus, and shutter speed. Its camera "takes the image in 32MP and 5MP at the same time in 16:9," according to Windows Phone Central, and "shoots 38MP in 4:3."

Rumors have also been circulated that the Lumia 1020 has appeared on AT&T’s inventory list.  This all but confirms that the device will be officially announced and demonstrated this Thursday, and indicates we’ll most likely be able to buy it within the next month.

3 Best Free Ways to download YouTube videos to Windows 8 Phone

Today lots of people prefer to enjoy videos from YouTube on their smartphones or tablets, which most of them use the Android or iOS operating system. But I believe something will change in the future as Microsoft release its Windows phone 8 systems. Nowadays, Windows Phone 8 smartphones like Nokia Lumia 920, 820, HTC 8X and 8S are now gradually available all around the world.We should admit Microsoft’s Windows Phone 8 is actually doing reasonably well during its first few days on the market.

To some new windows phone 8 users, there may be a little difficult for you to watch YouTube videos or download the videos on your windows phone 8 devices. So here I have discovered 3 free ways for you to download the YouTube videos on your windows phone.

1. Getting help from computer program could make things more easier 

If you use Firefox or Chrome browser, I recommend Easy Youtube Video Downloader for you, which providing the easiest method to download YouTube videos in FLV, MP3, 3GP, MP4, 720p and 1080p FULL-HD video qualities..

If you do not use Firefox, it’s OK. You can use this free YouTube downloader. With this free YouTube Downloader, you can download YouTube video as different video and audio format for various Android devices or iPhone or iPad, so does the Windows phone.

Advice: Check out what video formats your windows 8 phone support. As I know, most of smartphone support video formats of 3GP/MP4/WMV, so if you want to enjoy HD video, like MKV video, firstly you should download a video player to help you.

2. YouTube Download Websites

If you don’t want to download a program, just want to download the videos online, then you can just go to:

http:/www.keepvid.com
http://www.savevid.com
http://www.zamzar.com/

3. Use the windows phone app to help you


I have collected three apps in Windows Phone store for you.

Top1: YouTube Downloader

YouTube Downloader, developed by AnKo Softwares, allows you to view and download any YouTube video over 3G, 4G or WiFi in HD quality, which is now available in the Windows Phone store.

Top2: Metrotube

Metrotube, beautifully designed, is the be-all, end-all for your mobile YouTube experience for many Windows Phone users. With a slick design and excellent performance there’s little wonder.

Top3: YouTube by Microsoft Corporation

Published by Microsoft Corporation, with this app, you can

play YouTube videos by tapping video links in your email and MMS messages, websites, and apps like Facebook. Tap the YouTube app icon to open YouTube in the browser, where you can sign in and browse millions of videos, including favorites and playlists. This app integrates with the Music & Videos hub so you can get to your most-recently played videos and launch YouTube from the hub.

Just pick one method you like most to download your favorite youtube video to enjoy on your windows 8 phone.

Nokia Lumia 920 vs HTC 8X vs Samsung Ativ S，which windows 8 phone would you buy?

Windows Phone 8 is going to launch next week. Microsoft is gearing up for the launch of the Windows Phone 8 operating system with a number of handset manufacturers announcing new smartphones for the platform, such as HTC ,Nokia and Samsung, in order to complete with Google’s Android and Apple’s iOS.

When it comes to Windows Phone 8 it’s clear there are three major choices at the moment, the Nokia Lumia 920 or the HTC Windows Phone 8X, or the Samsung Ativ S.

Few Days ago, Best Buy has opened up pre-orders for the Nokia Lumia 920 and the HTC Windows Phone 8X, according to WPCentral. Nokia Lumia 920, which ships with 32 GB of on-board store, is available for $149.99 with a 2 year contract, while at the same time, HTC 8X, with 8 GB of on-board storage, costs just $99 with a 2 year contract. Both devices cost $599.99 unlocked. Best Buy began accepting pre-orders for the new Nokia Lumia 920 on Sunday, but the link to the product page has since been removed. Samsung ATIV S price remains a mystery, but retailer Handtec recently took a stab with a whopping £431.99. Obviously, HTC 8X and Samsung Ativ S is cheaper than the Lumia 920, but I don't think it is a good idea to leave the Lumia 920.

Now let’s take a look the full specs about the phones.

The full specs of Nokia Lumia 920:

• Display: 4.5-inch AMOLED PureMotion HD+ display, 1280 x 768, 332 ppi
• CPU: 1.5GHz dual-core Snapdragon S4 processor
• Memory: 32GB , RAM 1 GB
• Wireless: Bluetooth 3.1 
• Ports: 3.5mm audio, microUSB
• Cameras: Front- 1.2 MP, Rear- 8.7 MP, LED flash and autofocus, PureView Camera
• Audio: Dolby Audio
• Battery: 2000mAh
• Dimensions: 5.1 x 2.8 x 0.42inches, 6.52 ounces
• NFC capable, Yes
• Yellow: red, white, black, yellow and cyan
• Extras: Wireless charge