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Lumina smartphone users will rejoice as their operating system gets upgraded to WinPhone 10. Similar to the Windows 10 version on computers, the phone version also comes with the latest and improved features.
WinPhone operating system is known for its high-security features, with many quality antivirus software options available. Among them, the latest 2016 Top WinPhone antivirus software is widely used.
However, after using WinPhone 10 for a while, many users tend to consider downgrading to WinPhone 8.1 due to numerous glitches in the WP 10 platform. If you're contemplating this move, read Mytour's article below for guidance on downgrading your smartphone from WinPhone 10 to WinPhone 8.1.
Essential Tools for Downgrading WinPhone
1. USB connection cable
2. Computer running Windows
3. Download and install Windows Device Recovery Tool
How to Downgrade Windows Phone 10 to WinPhone 8.1
Step 1: Install Windows Device Recovery Tool (formerly known as Windows Phone Recovery Tool) and launch the software.
Step 2: Use Windows Device Recovery Tool to connect your phone to the computer.
Step 3: If unable to connect, please install drivers for the device.
Use Driver Easy software.
Step 4: Windows Phone Recovery Tool will ask to continue the connection. Choose Yes.
Step 5: Select Continue to initiate the download and installation.
Step 6: Upon completing the above steps, the Tools will notify Operation successfully completed.
With just a few simple steps, you have successfully downgraded your Smartphone to WinPhone 8.1. To confirm that WinPhone is indeed version 8.1, perform the Windows Phone version check and follow the instructions.
According to the latest information, Windows 10 Mobile is still updated for free after 29/7, giving users extra time if they forget to update their beloved devices.
