Microsoft announced the availability of three new Lumia devices, which include Lumia 530, 930 and 630, in Tanzania this week. Each of the Lumia devices is powered by Windows Phone 8.1, Microsoft’s most recent version of its mobile operating system.
Kongori Gitahi, the Products Manager at East Africa Microsoft mobile Device,s stated: “Windows Phone 8.1 smartphones are presently even more personal, with new features such as an Action Centre that displays new notifications and activities at a glance. Other features are a suite that removes the hassle of managing storage space, battery life and data use.”
Windows Phone 8.1 enables professionals to connect to important business apps and services as well as IT professionals manage devices. According to Gitahi, Tanzanians need to use the Lumia services to ensure smooth access to more services as well as user-friendly connections.
Additional elements that have been incorporated include a reworked calendar, unique and personalized backgrounds as well as signature features like Live Tiles.