First T-Mobile software update for the G1 coming tomorrow

Andor · 10-22-2008, 09:21 PM

The first 'Over The Air' update for the G1 will be happening at some point tomorrow.

The update doesn't include anything, just a few bug fixes:

What does this update do? This update will include enhancements (I don't know what is termed an "enhancement" and one bug fix that is visible to customers which makes all songs from Amazon available for listening
Why do I need it? So your device will perform better long term and you don't have to worry about corrupt files from Amazon.
When will I get mine? If you participated in the PreSale, you will receive it between the 23rd-25th otherwise you should get it by 10/31. For those receiving their devices after that date you should receive the update soon after you activate the phone (within 2 - 3 days). New phones from HTC will come pre-loaded with the update.
What if I don't get mine? Just wait for it, it will come.
What do I do when I haven't gotten mine by the time you said I'd get mine? Wait a little longer
Seriously, I didn't get mine. Where is it and when will I get it? Why am I missing out? Check your software version, you probably had the new software all along and were waiting for nothing.
How do I check my software version? From the main screen hit Menu > Settings > About phone > Build number. Look for where it says RC## The initial release is RC19. The Updated release is RC28
Will I lose any applications or settings? Nope. Your settings and apps should be preserved.

More info here

CarpeNoctem · 11-02-2008, 02:13 PM

What do I do if I still have the RC 19 vers?

Do I need to cal TMobile and have them send me the update, can they do that?

Or is there somewhere I can upload it?

Andor · 11-02-2008, 02:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarpeNoctem

What do I do if I still have the RC 19 vers?

Do I need to cal TMobile and have them send me the update, can they do that?

Or is there somewhere I can upload it?

Just try and be a little patient, it seems T-Mobile are rolling out the updates across different regions upto November 11th.

There's still a lot of people waiting on the update too

There are ways to manually update your G1, but depending on your technical knowledge of this kind of thing it may be a little dangerous.

My advice would be to just sit tight

Switch · 11-02-2008, 03:33 PM

is this just the US? because UK T-Mobile know nothing about any updates...

Andor · 11-02-2008, 04:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Switch

is this just the US? because UK T-Mobile know nothing about any updates...

I'm hoping that the UK G1's were shipped with the latest firmwars update - a bit optimistic i know.

I'm pretty sure the UK are using a different RC numbering system to the US though.

Switch · 11-02-2008, 04:24 PM

well im on RC7 here.... so i'm not sure that its been update...

CarpeNoctem · 11-03-2008, 04:33 AM

I'm not sure either. I've been reading geek sites talking about the update. Something JUST dawned on me. I had the Wing before I got the G1 and I haven't changed my plan yet. Maybe I need to do that before they'll trigger me for an update...der...

ItTechy · 11-03-2008, 07:09 AM

Hi,
So what is fixed in RC 28?

Do I need to call T-Moile to install this? Or as I see mentioned it is automatic?

I just giot my G1, pretty neat little device!

I see one major bug, though, you cannot delete Ringtones from your Ringtone list (at least I was told this is being looked at).

BTW: What is the largest Micro SD card it will support?

Switch · 11-03-2008, 03:14 PM

16 gig I am told

CarpeNoctem · 11-03-2008, 04:25 PM

I just received my update notice last night. I have no idea what it fixed. Can't you delete the ringtones when you sync? I haven't tried. I am still waiting on my other G1 for my son but I love mine!
I have had some quirkiness with it but NOTHING worth even mentioning because they're issues that are fairly easy yo fix with apps addition or deletion.