It’s just after 1PM ET, so the flood gates are open for the Lumia Black firmware and Update 3 OS update. We just confirmed that the Nokia Lumia 822, a Verizon exclusive, is now getting that update.
To check, head into your phone’s Settings and select Phone Update > Check for Updates. Users should be on Wi-Fi to do the update, as it contains an OS and firmware update.
Verizon was kind enough to even highlight some new features in a PDF detailing the update:
Lumia 822 – Software Version 3051.40000.1352.0042
- Driving mode turns off all device notifications with the option of setting text and phone calls to “on” while connected to a handsfree Bluetooth accessory
- Windows Phone now supports new accessibility features to assist people by reading information that’s on their screen including text and controls for phone calls, messaging, email, contacts and more
- Bing applications are now supported (includes Bing Finance, News, Sports and Weather) - Apps come pre-loaded for new users
- Multitasking capabilities have been enhanced
- Lock screen to portrait or landscape layout with Screen Orientation Lock
- OS 10517
- Lumia Black
In addition, Glance support with notifications should be present as well, making the 822 an even better, albeit underrated, Windows Phone.
There are a few more Lumia Black updates now available, so please stay tuned.
Read here for more on Update 3 and the Lumia Black updates. Need help? Head to our Lumia 822 support forums!
