We know that Microsoft and Nokia are tight buddies, but just how close is the relationship? Apparently pretty close, because Lumia devices are getting the Windows Phone Marketplace rebranded as the “Nokia Marketplace” in the tango update. The new name replaces the old “Nokia Collection,” but also comes with a new icon for the Windows Phone Marketplace. As you can see in the image above a new bag icon with a “n” has replaced the old Windows icon.
This is a sign that Nokia is trying to further distinguish themselves as not just another Windows Phone vendor. They are trying to make it their own expirience without really mentioning Microsoft of Windows Phone. That approach may actually work, seeing as how the “Windows” name has negative connotations to some people.
[via WPCentral]
