Denim/GDR1 for Nokia Lumia - Update

[Chris_K]

Hi all,

There have many many discussions and comments here on the community about the status of this update. We've also received tweets and Facebook messages - so we know as ever, this is a highly anticipated update that all of you are waiting anxiously to receive. And we can see why - Cortana herself is worthy of an update like this.

We understand waiting for these updates can be frustrating, but with so many Lumia devices out there, it's understandably going to take Microsoft some time to ensure these updates offer a smooth and enjoyable experience for all customers.

15th Jan 2015 Update
Today, we have approved the latest Denim update for the following Lumia models:
520, 620, 625, 720 and 1320

These updates now sit with Microsoft to schedule and launch to customers. Just to ensure you're 100% in the picture here - the testing and approval process for the above devices is now complete on our end. We are in talks with Microsoft to get a more accurate ETA for release and we do still expect this to be this month, but as and when we receive any confirmations or updates i'll be sure to keep everyone updated here.

What about the others?
We understand the frustration if you have a handset other than the 5 mentioned above, but we assure you we'll work as best we can to test and approve other Denim updates as and when they reach us - that is to confirm that we have not yet received updates for any other Lumia (other than those above) to test. Again, i'll keep you updated as and when we receive other updates for testing.

19th Jan 2015 Update
What models are getting the 'full treatment' and which are just OS updates?
For the updates we have approved and sent back to Microsoft so far - that's the 520, 620, 625, 720 and 1320 - these are the newest updates to the Windows Phone operating system. They do not contain the full range of firmware updates such as the camera improvements that Denim is known for.

What updates are you waiting to receive for testing?
Okay... Deep breath! 530, 630, 635, 735, 820, 830, 920, 925, 930, 1020 & 1520

Will those be the full Denim updates?
Mostly yes, with the exception of the 820 & 920 which will receive a similar OS update to the aforementioned models.

When will you get them and when will we get to download it?
We don't currently have any ETA for receiving these from Microsoft but we'll be sure to keep you updated as and when that changes. Once we have approved the updates, we'll send them back to Microsoft to schedule it for release to customers - this typically takes 1-2 weeks after we approve.

Last words
I know waiting for these updates can be frustrating. I'd like to emphasise that we're sorting the testing out as soon as we get updates and sending them back for release - we're absolutely on the ball with these updates and will do everything we can to limit the time it will take for you to receive this, but some of the process is outside our control (eg, the update being scheduled for release to customers) and we'll do all we can to keep you in the loop.

3rd Feb Update
Denim for the 635 and 1520 are out now. Please see below for info relating to the 930 update

We’re trying to get the updates out sooner by streamlining the test and approval process. As a result, we are trusting Microsoft to test the O2 software updates for us and provide the results of the tests for us to approve, rather than us testing it, releasing back, and waiting for it to be pushed. In the case of the Lumia 930, the Cortana issue was missed by Microsoft, so we will be working together to improve the process for future updates.

Microsoft have identified the issue and have fixed it - as a result, the previous 930 update has been put on hold until it's replaced with the fixed update which we hope will go out soon, though no ETA has been provided.

6th Feb Update
Hi all, just a quick update with regards to the fixed 930 update. We've been given the heads up from Microsoft that this is scheduled to start pushing out from 6pm tonight (Friday 6th Feb). If you don't see the update immediately then don't worry - in case their servers are a bit busy, we'd suggest trying again a few hours later should you encounter any issues.

11th Feb Update

Hi everyone, just another update to let you know that the Denim update for the Lumia 925 and 1020 will be going live tonight! I know owners of these devices will be keen to update quickly so please do let us know how you get on.
Other Lumia owners... I know the wait is excruciating but hopefully not long before yours is made live too.

7th March Update

Hi everyone, just wanted to let you know that the Denim update for the Lumia 530 and 735 are now available OTA, and this should conclude all O2 devices now having Denim available to them. I know it's been a frustrating wait for many but we've done all we could to streamline the process and we're pleased the updates are now all readily available.

[MI5]

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@Anonymous wrote:

Has Anyone Tried http://www.windowsphone.com/en-gb/store/app/preview-for-developers/178ac8a1-6519-4a0b-960c-038393741e96

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Personally I wouldn't recommend it if you are using it on your only phone.

Many times there will be no problems but occasionally you may find something doesn't work corectly and if it's your only phone it might get annoying.

It is mainly designed for developers to modify and test their apps before MS release the update to customers etc....

[Anonymous]

Nope Didn't For Me, just stays as checking for updates, even tried changing regional settings to USA and still nothing, however i found this http://theunlockr.com/2014/04/27/remove-windows-phone-8-1-developer-preview-nokia-devices-video/ the software link for the updater, its just downloading now will keep you posted

[Anonymous]

If you have a 930 with denim P&D is redundant now it`s been fazed out by windows insider for the phone not available yet for the public till next month, don`t go there unless you tech minded and now what your doing and now how to recover a bricked phone.

[Anonymous]

i wonder how many customers O2 are hemmoraging? Not enough Windows phone users to care about I asume. My upgrade (and end of contract) is due mid-feb. One month earlier and I would already have jumped ship to someone who had put the upgrade out.

I too received the e-mail from Microsoft about the upgrade being available across the entire range. I got rather excited! Only to be let down. It's a thumb in the eye to O2 though. Microsoft quite clearly states that the update should be available to all handsets in the UK, which makes O2 the hangup. I rather remember a quote ealier saying O2 were waiting for Microsoft. Clearly no longer, so no excuses for this ongoing tardiness. 

But hold on....if I check the rollout on Microsoft's own website, my phone (820) is Cyan in pretty much every single European country and every singly network (if not all, I couldn't be bothered to check ALL of them!). So more to the point, it looks like Microsoft have made a marketing error. What the e-mail should have said is

"The Lumia Denim software update is available across the entire range of Lumia smartphones running Wi..." When you buy a new one. 

So back to waiting. Come on O2, give me some news....

[MI5]

I can't argue the fact that O2 are slow but that email is very badly worded and clearly the fault of MS.

[Anonymous]

Agreed , @MI5, the MS email is pretty shoddy. Folks shouldn't further that they sent out a similar email when the Cyan update was rolling out, and it transpired then that MS hadn't released the update to all carriers. I suppose it depends which corporation you want to believe: MS or Telefonica.

[captainprice]

I have a country variant of the 735 and I see that ee and Vodafone both have the new os and firmware updates,so o2 could be right that they haven't had the update, this could put a lot of people off of buying windows phones if they hear or read how long these update's are taking to roll out

[Anonymous]

I Finally Did IT

After messing Around with updater tools and so on, i realised the problem was o2 with thier lack of updates and i couldnt update because the phone has o2 firmware so everything said i had to use o2 firmware, so i changed the firmware to unbranded, this is done using nokias software it is not illegal and does not unlock your phone, it basically relinquishes your phone software from o2 and puts on the official euro GB firmware before o2 gets there hands on it, so your first to get the updates when microsoft releases them, for a full explanation use the link below

so i followed this tutorial http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2515453

its very simple

if you struggle with the product code and type use these

understanding product code and type http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47195500
List Of All 930 Product Codes http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/10463101-post39.html
Lumia 930 Product Type: RM-1045

UK Codes(Pick Your Colour)
059W004: RM-1045 VAR EURO GB CV BLACK
059W005: RM-1045 VAR EURO GB CV BR_GRE
059W006: RM-1045 VAR EURO GB CV BR_ORA
059W025: RM-1045 VAR EURO GB CV WHITE

Example I Used
RM-1045 059W005

bits of advice:
1) Make sure the phone is unconnected up until it tells you as when it detects your phone it only shows o2s firmware
2) if you get stuck use the images the tutorial is very detailed

after flashing to the new firmware the thing i did was download lumia camera
and in the video settings there it is 2160p/30fps 4K

[Anonymous]

Also make sure you do a fresh backup, i deleted all my backups, then did a fresh one an manually transfered my pictures to the computer.

after flash make sure you reset the device, if you miss the reset bit with the buttons, dont log into your account just skip everything in the setup bit go to settings>about>reset after that log in and it will ask to restore your phone, do it your phone will be exactly the same as your started except for the denim update

[Anonymous]

WOW it even has "Hey Cortana" feature so you can voice activate cortana just by saying hay cortana