Firmware Update Check 5.2.1.0
Nonetheless, there are surely many users who want to stay a step or two ahead and peek into the upcoming releases, so a utility like Firmware Update Check could surely come in handy.
Simple and informative front-end
This application comes with an uncomplicated GUI that features some rather neat graphics, well designed and in tune with the purpose of the app. The content is presented in a well organized manner, so it is easy to read and go through.
Navigating around the various sections of the utility and browsing the relatively long lists it hosts in certain areas is smooth and lacking any delay or other similar glitch. There are many tips that are shown inside the interface, but should you care to have the screen a bit cleaner, you can hide them with one tap.
A constant annoyance comes from the advertisement banners that appear almost in every module of Firmware Update Check and are continuously changing.
Browse the firmware list to learn about the latest releases
The app automatically detects your phone model, firmware and operating system version and has them on display inside the main screen. The same area hosts the details for the availability of the firmware version for the phone you choose to monitor.
By accessing the country from the list that corresponds to your geographical region you can view all the firmware updates that are available for all Lumia models.
If you tap and hold a certain device type from that list, you will have the possibility to add it as the monitored handset, but, unfortunately, only one phone can be watched over.
Color codes and live tile info
A neat feature of Firmware Update Check is the color scheme it uses for each type of firmware update, so you will know their states at a glance. Thus, the updates that tare available immediately appear colored according to their release name, while those that are currently not available will be highlighted in a dark gray.
Very helpful is the Live Tile function provided by this app, as it enables you to view right from the Start screen the information concerning the status of the latest firmware package.
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Bottom Line
Design / UI8
Firmware Update Check has a decent look overall, with some well made graphics, but also sporting some ad banners. |
Function8
The app offers a very good way of staying up to date with the latest firmware releases, but it needs some extra options, like the ability to monitor several phone models. |
Security8
This utility requires access into several areas of the system and for a few of them there is no reason to look inside. |
Battery1
Keeping this application running will have a huge impact on the battery usage as it has a tremendous power consumption. |
Price9
All the functions provided by Firmware Update Check come free of costs, but there are numerous adverts inside. |
Compatibility9
Those who own a more recent device powered by Windows Phone 8 or higher will be able to install and use this tool. |
Specifications
- price:
- Free with ads
- current version:
- 5.2.1.0
- reviewed version:
- 5.1.0.0
- developer:
- Pasqui industry
- category:
- SYSTEM & SHELL
- os version req.:
- 8, 8.1
- age rating:
- N/A
- in-app purchases:
- No
- hits:
- 449