Friday we reported that Vodafone would be releasing their Android 2.2 update for the HTC Desire today, and it turns out the reports were true. Desire owners were not only treated to a much anticipated helping of Froyo but Vodafone also kept true to their word and removed the Vodafone 360 bloatware apps installed in their last update. So to all you Desire owners please take the time to gloat about your good fortune to Incredible owners in the comments.
[via Euro Droid]
Motorola recently released an update to their timeline for updates to their Android devices to 2.1 and 2.2 versions. The folks over at theunwired have made up a simple list of the “high- and lowlights” for these devices, which are: » Read the rest
You heard right! Vodafone has made their announcement official that they will be releasing Froyo to their HTC Desire users on Monday, August 23rd, after much delay. The update, as most, will be OTA (over-the-air), and is only for Vodafone branded Desires. For the full announcement, hit up the source link below and scroll down to the 3rd posting.
[via Vodafone Forums]
Remember that Galaxy S GPS issue we’ve been telling you about? Well, it looks like T-Mobile has been following it pretty closely as well, and has issued a statement to sales reps announcing that a fix is coming soon. It’s worth noting that T-Mobile is choosing not to reference the September date announced by Samsung a few days ago, but rather to say ‘coming soon’ instead. This is probably to ensure that there’s a bit of wiggle room in case the fix is miraculously ready in August, or in case it doesn’t arrive until October.
It will be interesting to see if the other Galaxy S carriers will issue similar statements, as this has been a pretty major thorn in the Galaxy S’ side. We will be following this one pretty closely, and will bring you the latest as it becomes available.
[via Engadget]
Last week, we trusted the word of Mashable and reported that the Droid Incredible would be receiving its long awaited OTA update to Android 2.2 starting today. Well, Big Red has trumped that report via a Twitter post today (pictured above) which states that they have no information at this time, and that users will not be receiving a Froyo update today.
Sadly, rumors are what they are, and often times they turn out to be false. For now, it seems Mashable needs to get some new sources, but rest assured, we will continue to be on the lookout for any information about when the Incredible will be getting Froyo.
[via Twitter]
Friday we told you that Froyo would be coming to the HTC Incredible today. Unfortunately, many are starting to question whether this is true, or if the source of this rumor was just blowing smoke up our… Androids. So if anyone out there has the Incredible, let us know what’s happening in the comments.
[via Erictric]
Awhile back, O2 UK mentioned that it planned on releasing an update for the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10. Now, it seems that they’re making good on that promise. The newest software release, R2BA026 (several iterations farther along than initially thought), is said to improve battery life. Users say this claim is true, and are also reporting that overall performance it better and snappier, especially in TimeScape and MediaScape. But, watch out, there are also reports of a wifi bug in the update.
The latest update from O2 UK is by Sony Ericsson Update Service only, so no OTA love for now.
[via se-xperia
Despite all of the Streak’s impressive qualities, Dell has had a cloud looming over its head since deciding to launch it in the US with Android 1.6. People have been speculating since day one as to when the device would be receiving an update to 2.1. Well, it seems Dell may have decided to bypass 2.1 altogether and jump straight to Froyo. Lionel Menchaca, a Dell employee, tweeted the following in response to a question about an update:
Honest answer is that it’s complicated. From the info I have, current plan in the US is to go right to Froyo.
There has been no official word from Dell or AT&T to verify this statement, so don’t get too excited just yet. Streak owners should at least take comfort in the fact that an update is looming, but perhaps now it’s just a question of whether you will be getting an Eclair or some Froyo.
[via Engadget]
So I have it on good authority that o2 UK Desires will get there eagerly awaited froyo update in the next 6-8 weeks. Flash 10.1, 720p video recording and wireless hotspot arejust some of the new features you can expect. The update is in the advanced stages and should be let loose within the 8 week time frame.
My source at HTC also suggested that the September the 15th press event recently announced could well be the launch of the rumoured Desire HD. With the smokey invitations hinting at a new handset, it should be an exciting event with another high end android device on the way.
Reports are coming in that the HTC Incredible will be getting its long awaited serving of Froyo next Wednesday, August 18. Rumors have been floating around the Web for some time speculating an August date, and it turns out those rumors are correct.
This coincides with HTC’s recent release of the Incredible Froyo code, and will allow users access to a few Android 2.2-only applications such as Flash 10.1, Chrome to Phone, and the just announced Voice Actions.
Now that the cat’s out of the bag, we want to hear what you are looking forward to the most out of Android 2.2 on the Incredible, so leave your comments below!
[via Mashable]