5 Amazing Features Hidden in Nokia Lumia 635 – the most affordable Windows phone
Okay, we all know that. It’s cheap - $100 to $140 off-contract, $50 to $70 on-contract. It has no front-facing camera for taking selfies. It has no flash on rear camera. It has fewer applications compared to Android phones. It has shorter battery life compared to Lumia 630. It has an unimpressive screen resolution. Bottom line, the price is what you paid for to get all those stuffs.
But hey, don’t just rely on those gadget reviews and then walk away from the store with another smartphone. If you think Lumia 635 lacks the advanced features you need everyday, better turn your head back and see the full specs. The truth is that it comes equipped with powerful features – “unexpected power” as Nokia defines it. Not just the faster 4G, not just the expandable storage (up 128GB), not just the pre-installed MixRadio app; oh, you have to read this entire article till you’re convinced there are really amazing features hidden in this affordable Lumia 635. Unbelievable? Keep on reading to believe it.
1. Lumia Cyan
How lucky you are if you have the Windows 8 OS on your phone. Why? It’s because the Lumia Cyan update could have been rolled-out into your device by now. What are the features you can expect from this firmware version? The primers are Nokia PureView Camera, Creative Studio, and StoryTeller apps. Your device’s battery performance will be improved. Other drivers and APIs will be upgraded too. If you haven’t received the update yet, just be patient as Microsoft is taking it one region at a time.
2. SensorCore
If you have Fitbit or Track Runner app on your phone, then SensorCore explains why your Lumia 635 can count steps, measure activity intensity, and calculate the amount of burnt calories. Since your device already have built-in GPS, compass, and accelerometer, what SensorCore do is it handles the amount of power these sensors are using and it converts the data they’re collecting in more meaningful ways – thru the apps.
3. ClearBlack Technology
ClearBlack technology was first introduced in the Nokia World 2010 event. It’s a circular polarizer that sits between the Gorilla Glass and LCD or AMOLED screen. What ClearBlack does is it eliminates reflection on your phone’s screen plus it also improves the vividness of the colors. So when you’re out for a beach holiday or just having an afternoon walk, you can experience the same display quality and good viewing angles as when you are indoor. ClearBlack ensures that black is black by eliminating glare on your phone’s screen.
4. AirWatch
AirWatch is a Mobile Device Management (MDM) application. AirWatch, as a company, has been in partnership with Microsoft for years. And because of that, AirWatch app is already built-in on your Lumia 635 smartphone.
Here’s how AirWatch works. If your company supports BYOD programs, then you can easily enrol your Lumia 635. Once you’re phone is enlisted in the AirWatch console, your IT admin can easily configure your device’s profile, send you a request for information, lock the device or wipe out the information in your device, if necessary. Thru the AirWatch dashboard, you can monitor the status of your device. Don’t worry. For as long as you’re observing your company’s BYOD policy, your device is always safe and secured, even when it gets lost.
5. Lumia Beamer
If you want to share your phone’s screen with another mobile phone, tablet, smart TV, game console, computer or projector, then you need a Lumia Beamer. It’s a free app and comes built-in in some Lumia devices. After downloading and installing the app, you’re ready for local sharing. To instantly see how it works, here is the link to a 3-step tutorial provided by Microsoft: https://lumiabeamer.com/
Why not check these amazing features on your phone now? If you haven’t yet purchased a Lumia 635, it’s about time. There are more hidden features there other cheap smartphones don’t have. Go explore the unexpected power.
