We’re glad to see that Nokia appears to be back in the limelight again. After a period of difficulty during the emergence of iOS and Android, Nokia has set up base with Microsoft and their Windows Phone 8 platform. Reviews for the device have been very positive indeed, thanks partly to the fact that the Nokia Lumia 920 arguably has the best display and best camera seen on any smartphone in the market today.

How does it compare to the HTC 8X newcomer though, which is now available to buy in the US on AT&T? Both devices are very similar in hardware specifications and both run on Windows Phone 8 OS. The Nokia Lumia 920 shines with its 4.5-inch IPS display and
1280×768 resolution at 332 ppi, but the 8X is no slouch either with a 4.3-inch Super LCD screen with a 1280×720 resolution and 342 ppi.

Both have the same processor and 1GB of RAM allowance, but one of the key differences that may become a deciding factor for you is the onboard storage. We’ve seen how the HTC Droid DNA only comes with 16GB of internal memory with no expandable memory and unfortunately, the HTC 8X is in the same boat. The 8X only has 16GB, while the Nokia Lumia 920 has 32GB available for buyers.

Take a look at the video below for a full review comparison and let us know which device edges it for you. Both devices are clearly very impressive either way, so are you now starting to think differently about Windows Phone 8 as a viable OS compared to iOS and Android? The more competition the better we say.

If you’re looking for a smartphone that is different to a lot of the other handsets on the market, then you might want to see the Nokia Lumia 920 that certainly steps away from similar designs seen with a number of Android smartphones. The Nokia Lumia 920 is a step in the right direction for a company wanting to reinvent itself, and early reviews point to some really good features with the majority talking about camera superiority.

Nokia Lumia 920 decided by software – it seems that one review feels that hardware is becoming “negligible” in recent times, and it is the mobile operating system that will create success or failure for a device. You can read a detailed look at the Nokia Lumia 920 in this review by Digital Spy, and the reviewer feels that while the specs are really impressive overall, it is the software that lets the Lumia 920 down. If you don’t mind missing out on a few apps and want one of the best camera smartphones, then the Nokia Lumia 920 just might be your ideal choice. You can see a quick hands-on video from this review below, but hit the link above for the full details.

Don’t take their word for it, get a second opinion – we wanted to give our readers another Nokia Lumia 920 review as well, which also looks at the handset in detail and takes the performance and software into account. You can see that full review here on PC World, and the author sums up by explaining that the Lumia 920 certainly makes a case for why users should start considering Windows Phone 8, although this will come with some adjustments. This review also points out the lack of apps but mentions things are improving on a weekly basis, although it is fair to say that Windows Phone 8 delivers certain apps that other smartphones lack, especially when it comes to the office.

Do you like the Nokia Lumia 920? You can see how the handset compares to the Samsung Galaxy S3 in our earlier article.

Right now, the Samsung Galaxy S3 is considered the cream of the crop. It is a handset that is in the hands of a lot of happy consumers right now, cemented in the fact that the Galaxy S3 is now the official best selling phone in the world, beating the mighty iPhone 4S in the process – a feat which Apple are not going to be too happy with.

That means it’s an extra headache for companies like Nokia, as they have to convince consumers that new flagship handsets like the Lumia 920 are pretty capable devices in its own right, compiled on top of Samsung’s superior brand awareness. If consumers were to take a look at the Nokia Lumia 920 specs vs the Samsung Galaxy S3 though, they’ll find that Nokia’s device actually beats the S3 in a number of categories.

While Samsung may have the edge in processor speed with a quad-core based Exynos chip compared to a dual-core Qualcomm effort in the Lumia 920, Nokia’s device beats Samsung in display quality, with the Lumia 920 providing a much crisper display in all conditions – notably when using the device in direct sunlight thanks to a combination of ClearBlack technology and PureMotion HD+.

It’s no secret that the Lumia 920 has arguably the best camera on any smartphone period as well. The built in PureView optical stabilisation ensures that photos and videos produced are of the highest quality, eliminating any sign of camera blur if a user’s hand happens to shake before shooting. This is something the Samsung Galaxy S3 can’t match, although for the average consumer, picture quality on the S3 is still more than adequate.

If plenty of storage is important to you, then the Galaxy S3 is definitely more favorable between the two, with a choice of either 16, 32 or 64GB to play with – extendable with MicroSD cards to increase total storage space even more. Unfortunately, the Nokia Lumia 920 only has support for 32GB, so this is a factor you’ll have to consider if you are planning to pick one up during the holiday season.

The Nokia Lumia 920 also matches what the Nexus 4 can do, with support for wireless charging for those that require it – how many people knew the device supported this feature? Overall though, despite the very impressive hardware specs, it’s a device that ships with Windows Phone as its OS – a platform that consumers are still skeptical about.

It’s clear that the Samsung Galaxy S3 is the new leader on top of the Android spectrum right now, but does the Nokia Lumia 920 deserve a little more praise than it is currently getting perhaps? Let us know if you have been keeping an eye on the Lumia 920 and whether Windows Phone 8 is one factor that is putting you off from buying one.

The popularity of Nokia’s Lumia 920 is clear with those of you that love taking photos on a smartphone, and the love for PureView technology has meant that some people turn a blind eye to the extra weight found on the Nokia Lumia 920. The price hasn’t been publicized on AT&T, and instead the exclusive carrier has promised shoppers the handset will see a release date soon.

We touched on the likely Nokia Lumia 920 launch a few days ago, which this article points towards a release date of Nov 9, just 3 days to go, although it is also clear that the handset could take a lot longer to reach consumer hands if shipping takes as long as EE state in the same article above. Going to stores on the day of release might be the best way to get hands-on right away.

Nokia Lumia 920 price – the consensus has been $150 as the price point for some time, and this had been made clear around the middle of last month and can still be seen on Best Buy as seen in the screenshot below, which we took just a few moments ago. The Nokia Lumia 920 has a Best Buy price of $149.99 right now, although US readers that want the handset unactivated would need to pay just under $600. Our UK readers can expect to pay between £19.99 and £129.99 for the Nokia Lumia 920 on EE, which depends on the price plan you choose.

The main Nokia Lumia 920 features and specs can be seen below, although when it comes to what you’ll find in the box it should be the handset, owner’s manual, charger, and a Lithium-ion battery in most cases. AT&T are yet to publish the price and ordering information on their website, so you’ll have to settle with entering your email for notification at this time. We will of course update our readers the moment AT&T start taking orders for the Nokia Lumia 920, although if you see the “coming soon” message removed from their website before us, then let everyone know in the comments.

We’d also like to highlight the fact that some of PR’s readers have complained about the release date confusion surrounding the Nokia Lumia 920, and these people claim they’ve been “told all manner of things“. While launch dates can change and certain stores get confused, we can confirm that you should expect the Nokia Lumia 920 release date to be Nov 9, although shipping times will vary.

The Nokia Lumia 920 release date seemed pretty clear cut this week, which had been marked for a launch in the UK 2 days ago, although phoning UK Orange stores reveals the Nokia Lumia 920 will release on Nov 9 and clearly shows previous rumors pointing to an earlier release seem incorrect. When it comes to the US Nokia Lumia 920 release date it seems that the same day, Nov 9, is being rumored from a number of AT&T insiders.

If you want to know a little more about the Nokia Lumia 920 then we recommend you take a look at our earlier article, which delivers a good visual review of the handset with 7 videos detailing different aspects of the device. It Is also worth pointing out that the weight of the Lumia 920 might not be for everyone, although those that love the handset claim the PureView technology really sells the device and a responsive UI, solid build, and amazing camera just confirm the purchase. If you love taking photos on your smartphone then the blur-free images and low-light abilities of the Nokia Lumia 920 should make buying this handset easy.

Nokia Lumia 920 release date different to shipping times – it looks pretty solid that the Lumia 920 will launch on AT&T in 5 days time, and it looks like the UK will receive the same device at a wide number of locations as well, but if you’re ordering online it might not be that simple. The best bet might be to turn up on the day at a store to try and be one of the first to get hands-on with the Lumia 920, which is shown thanks to delayed shipping times on certain websites.

Everything Everywhere is a UK network gaining popularity and they are also offering the Nokia Lumia 920, but once you head to checkout you can see that the device is on pre-order at this time, which also warns shoppers to “allow 21 days for delivery“. This is something online shoppers need to be careful about, and just because we’re hearing that the Nokia Lumia 920 should release in about 5 days it doesn’t mean it will ship then. You can see this from EE in the image below.

Why do you love or hate the Nokia Lumia 920? Some of the better smartphones have a niche and when it comes to the Lumia 920 it has to be the camera shooting abilities, which deliver pictures that are hard to beat when compared to other mobile phones.

The image above shows a new feature from AT&T’s homepage, which includes a “coming soon” image next to the Nokia Lumia 920 and only helps to confirm the upcoming release date of Nov 9.

Last month we had a chance to see a few hands-on videos that took a closer look at the Nokia Lumia 920, and in this particular article we had a chance to see the Samsung Galaxy S3 compared to the Lumia 920 in a quick hands-on. Things have changed since the start of last month, and now you’ll find plenty of Nokia Lumia 920 reviews to help you gain more insight into the devices specs, most important features, and other factors that make or break this new Windows 8 phone.

Nokia state that the Lumia 920 is “leagues” ahead of the competition and it wants to prove this with its innovation, which is found in a 4.5-inch PureMotion HD+ display, and PureView technology found on the camera with a Carl Zeiss lens and Optical Image Stabilization. Where many other smartphones can dock and be tapped to play music, it seems that the Nokia Lumia 920 goes a step further by allowing wireless charging right out of the box and can be charged with a massive range of Qi-compatible chargers.

Nokia Lumia 920 visual review – we’ve included a few videos below this article that take a visual look at the Lumia 920, and these reviews take a look at the new smartphone from a number of perspectives. You’ll see a few hands-on reviews, and also some more focused videos that give the Nokia Lumia 920 a review for certain features like the Facebook lock screen, sound recording, and camera settings.

Each of the reviewers give their own take on the Nokia Lumia 920, although some are a little more negative than others, which one problem a few people noticed had been the weight and size of the Lumia 920. If you don’t mind a smartphone a bit heavier than most, then the specs might make up for that and the main features can be seen below. We can see a lot of Nokia and Windows Phone fans rejoicing in finally seeing this OS on a high resolution display, but whether to purchase the Lumia 920 might come down to how important you class a camera on a smartphone.

Make no mistake about it, the Lumia 920 is Nokia’s new flagship device and one that they hope will shy users away from the iPhone 5 and the Samsung Galaxy Note 2. While you may have your opinions about Nokia as a smartphone manufacturer moving forward, the addition of Windows Phone 8 may force you to give this handset a closer look.

Aside from Microsoft’s latest phone OS, the device also features a dual core 1.5Ghz Snapdragon S4 processor, a 4.5-inch PureMotion HD+ display which Nokia state is IPS quality, a 8.7 megapixel camera and 4G LTE connectivity support as well. Along with the display, the camera seems to be one of the other key focuses of the device, with KnowYourMobile even claiming that the camera on the Lumia 920 is ‘leagues ahead’ of the cameras fitted inside the iPhone 4S and Galaxy Nexus.

The reasons for this include shooting clear pictures in low-light situations and the fact that the Lumia 920 has a feature to remove motion blur when shooting images and video. Nokia really seems to have nailed it in terms of camera superiority, but it remains to be seen whether the device still has enough pulling power to tempt you away from perhaps more glamorous handsets that are coming out before the end of the year.

If you remain a loyal Nokia customer and are interested in the Lumia 920, you should check out the first initial hands-on review here. Unfortunately, Nokia has remained silent on what specific date the device will be available, but we have since learned that it will go on sale sometime in November, with Europe an obvious destination first before US consumers can get their hands on it.

We’ve also added a useful video below, giving you an idea of the contrast in camera quality between the Galaxy S3 and the Lumia 920, using the same pictures shot with flash – the difference in picture quality is fairly evident to see.

Are you impressed with the Nokia 920? Would you have liked to see this with Android 4.1 Jelly Bean, rather than Windows Phone 8?