Windows Phone 8 update history

Our effort to build great software never stops. That's why we periodically release updates for Windows Phone 8 to add new features that maximize your phone's performance.

Below is a summary of what we've included in each update so far. The most recent update is listed first. The longer number refers to the Windows Phone operating system (OS) version.

Updates to Windows Phone 8 are cumulative—so when you install the latest update, you'll also get all the previous updates (if your phone doesn't have them already). Only updates that apply to your phone will be downloaded and installed. Update availability varies by phone model, region, and mobile operator.

When it's available, we'll also pass along software from phone manufacturers that improves the performance of specific phone models. If you have questions about what's included in a phone manufacturer update, contact your phone manufacturer. Have a Nokia Lumia phone? Check out the Nokia website to see if there's updated software for your phone model.

See How do I update my phone software? to learn how to install updates or check if there's an update available for you to download.

• ▼Windows Phone 8.1 Update
  OS version: 8.10.14141.167, 8.10.14147.180, or 8.10.14157.200

  Folders. Folders let you organize your Start screen the way you want. Just push one Tile on top of another one to create a folder and get going.

  Messaging. Combine multiple text messages into one, and then forward them to someone else.

  Selection. With improved selection, you can now delete multiple calls, messages, or contacts.

  Apps Corner. Apps Corner lets you specify apps other people can use on a Windows Phone. Great for individuals and any-sized organizations who want to provide only the essential apps for others to use for work, school, or any other reason.

  Cortana. There's another way to start Cortana from a Bluetooth hands-free system in your car now—just tap the contact named "Cortana" and ask her whatever you want. And now you're able to do more things without unlocking your phone too, making your personal assistant even better.

  Store. The new Live Tile for Windows Phone Store helps you discover new apps and games. Just pin the Store to Start and you're ready to go.

  Internet Explorer. Improvements to Internet Explorer 11 for Windows Phone give you a better browsing experience on your phone. Spend less time panning and zooming and more time enjoying some of your favorite websites.

  Alarms. Now you can customize the snooze time for an alarm, and then enjoy a little more shuteye for the time you want.

  Accessory apps. Use accessory apps to get notifications from your phone on your smart watch, active phone cover, fitness tracker, or other kinds of accessories.

  Internet sharing. Now you can share your cellular data connection over Bluetooth, so you can get an Internet connection on more kinds of devices.

  VPN. VPN now supports L2TP, which lets you connect to more VPN services. Whether you connect to a VPN for work or personal use, you can do it on your Windows Phone.

  Narrator. Narrator now has touch typing and a way for you to turn off hints for controls and buttons if you don't want them read aloud. Some other improvements to Narrator help you unlock your phone a little more quickly, find and use the Back, Start, and Search buttons more easily, and tell you when your phone screen is on or off.
  Source: Nokia Help + Tips