Windows Software update for cellphone makes it impossible to text or call while driving
Microsoft is updating its Windows software for cellphones to accommodate larger devices and make it easier for motorists to reduce distractions while driving.
It's the third update to Windows Phone 8 software since the system's release a year ago.
Devices with this update will start appearing in the coming weeks, and older phones will be eligible for a free upgrade as well.
In a move that may appeal to motorists, a new Driving Mode will automatically silence incoming calls and texts so that you can
focus on the road.
cell phones will automatically silence incoming calls and texts so that you can focus on the road.
You also can configure the feature to automatically send out a reply to say that you're driving.
It can be activated automatically when the phone is linked wirelessly with a Bluetooth device in the car, such as a headset.
However, the Driving Mode will not block outgoing calls and mails.
The feature won't stop a teenager from texting while driving, but it will help reduce distractions for those who want that, says Greg Sullivan, director for Microsoft's Windows Phone business.
The new update also will allow for better resolution to accommodate larger phones.
Currently, the system supports a maximum resolution of 1280 pixels by 768 pixels, which is adequate for phones with screens no larger than 5 inches on the diagonal.
For the first time, Windows phones will have a rotation lock function, so that the screen won't switch back and forth between horizontal and vertical mode while you're curled up in bed.
Source: Daily mail
...hmmm, quite impressive...i think its high time I update my phone...see you guys, am gonna be busy updating my phone...lol.
It's the third update to Windows Phone 8 software since the system's release a year ago.
Devices with this update will start appearing in the coming weeks, and older phones will be eligible for a free upgrade as well.
In a move that may appeal to motorists, a new Driving Mode will automatically silence incoming calls and texts so that you can
focus on the road.
cell phones will automatically silence incoming calls and texts so that you can focus on the road.
You also can configure the feature to automatically send out a reply to say that you're driving.
It can be activated automatically when the phone is linked wirelessly with a Bluetooth device in the car, such as a headset.
However, the Driving Mode will not block outgoing calls and mails.
The feature won't stop a teenager from texting while driving, but it will help reduce distractions for those who want that, says Greg Sullivan, director for Microsoft's Windows Phone business.
The new update also will allow for better resolution to accommodate larger phones.
Currently, the system supports a maximum resolution of 1280 pixels by 768 pixels, which is adequate for phones with screens no larger than 5 inches on the diagonal.
For the first time, Windows phones will have a rotation lock function, so that the screen won't switch back and forth between horizontal and vertical mode while you're curled up in bed.
Source: Daily mail
...hmmm, quite impressive...i think its high time I update my phone...see you guys, am gonna be busy updating my phone...lol.
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