In July of this year, Microsoft announced that support for the operating system Windows Phone 7.8 will be discontinued on 9 September. Now it became known that Microsoft has extended the support of the operating system before October 14. Recall that Windows Phone 7.8 was introduced in June 2012 and is now available for devices with Windows Phone 7 in early 2013. Also note that to date, 19.2% of all WP-users continue to use devices based on Windows Phone 7.8 .
"Microsoft will be releasing an update for the operating system on your phone, including security updates and bug fixes, within 18 months after the release of the OS. Edition upgrade takes mobile communication operator or the manufacturer of the smartphone. Exit update also depends on the country, region, and hardware opportunities "- an official statement Microsoft.
According to a recent post on Microsoft, after the withdrawal of support devices for Windows Phone 7.8 will no longer receive any new features, except for security updates and bug fixes.