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http://www.androidcentral.com/htc-confirms-incredible-s-ship-froyo-will-get-update-24-soon-after
I wonder what this means for our over due upgrade.
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were we ever even 100% confirmed to get 2.3 on the evo from google/sprint?
I think the only upgrade they ever officially promised was froyo but for how often we were getting upgrades it seems odd we've been so long without one. Especially with evos still on back order some places.
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I think the only upgrade they ever officially promised was froyo but for how often we were getting upgrades it seems odd we've been so long without one. Especially with evos still on back order some places.
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i don't think the evo will get gingerbread at all tbh. well except ports from the devs. face it guys, the phone is going on a year old shortly.
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i don't think the evo will get gingerbread at all tbh. well except ports from the devs. face it guys, the phone is going on a year old shortly.
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funny.. .the people over on mac rumors complain like hell that their two year old phone cant run the newest software.
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funny.. .the people over on mac rumors complain like hell that their two year old phone cant run the newest software.
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never said the evo could not run it, i said i doubt we will get it officially.
It's almost a year old but there must be a lot of demand for it still if some places are having trouble keeping them in stock. HTC is known for supporting their phones and right now it's still the best one sprint has imo
And honestly, for all ever trash done topic users talk, I would love to be able to rub it in their faces that we are 2 or 3 builds ahead of them lol
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never said the evo could not run it, i said i doubt we will get it officially.
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haha no i wasnt making fun of that, meh never mind haha
Come to work at 7...
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Come to work at 7...
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what are you talking about?
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It's almost a year old but there must be a lot of demand for it still if some places are having trouble keeping them in stock. HTC is known for supporting their phones and right now it's still the best one sprint has imo
And honestly, for all ever trash done topic users talk, I would love to be able to rub it in their faces that we are 2 or 3 builds ahead of them lol
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That is why I have mixed emotions about Htc' s underwhelming offerings at MWC. As long as the Evo is top dog at Sprint, we should see regular updates.
Guys, do read the second part of the article: "will get 2.4 soon after". 2.4 is Gingerbread. If you've been following MWC 2011, you might remember that 2.4 is just HTC's own numbering for their own spin on Gingerbread with additional coding from their side. For all intents and purposes, it is Gingerbread.
To put it in further context, remember that HTC has been using the 2.4 along with the title 'Gingerbread' throughout MWC, and in fact touted their entire MWC line-up (save the Incredible S) as having '2.4 Gingerbread', when we all know there there has not been any Android 2.4 release, nor even any indication that Ice Cream Sandwich is close at hand.
So yes, the Incredible S will get Gingerbread, just not at launch. In fact, the article and source both say that the Gingerbread upgrade will follow after shipping.
Also, for your own reference, the primary source which this topic on a topic on a topic was based upon: http://twitter.com/htc/status/37504723019894784
On a side note, however, I do wonder about the implications of HTC's move on the future numbering of Android releases. Assuming that HTC has received Google's blessing to do this, does it imply that Ice Cream Sandwich will not even be a 2.x release at all, but 3.x (3.1?)? After all, given what Schmidt said about the next 'I' version of Android being device-agnostic and an upgrade to both Gingerbread and Honeycomb, this seems likely.
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Guys, do read the second part of the article: "will get 2.4 soon after". 2.4 is Gingerbread. If you've been following MWC 2011, you might remember that 2.4 is just HTC's own numbering for their own spin on Gingerbread with additional coding from their side. For all intents and purposes, it is Gingerbread.
To put it in further context, remember that HTC has been using the 2.4 along with the title 'Gingerbread' throughout MWC, and in fact touted their entire MWC line-up (save the Incredible S) as having '2.4 Gingerbread', when we all know there there has not been any Android 2.4 release, nor even any indication that Ice Cream Sandwich is close at hand.
So yes, the Incredible S will get Gingerbread, just not at launch. In fact, the article and source both say that the Gingerbread upgrade will follow after shipping.
Also, for your own reference, the primary source which this topic on a topic on a topic was based upon: http://twitter.com/htc/status/37504723019894784
On a side note, however, I do wonder about the implications of HTC's move on the future numbering of Android releases. Assuming that HTC has received Google's blessing to do this, does it imply that Ice Cream Sandwich will not even be a 2.x release at all, but 3.x (3.1?)? After all, given what Schmidt said about the next 'I' version of Android being device-agnostic and an upgrade to both Gingerbread and Honeycomb, this seems likely.
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There's been a lot of confusion about what 2.4 will be called but I'm pretty sure Google announced at MWC it would called Ice Cream (or Ice Cream Sandwich). HTC on the other hand has been sending mixed messages so I guess we'll have to wait and see.
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There's been a lot of confusion about what 2.4 will be called but I'm pretty sure Google announced at MWC it would called Ice Cream (or Ice Cream Sandwich). HTC on the other hand has been sending mixed messages so I guess we'll have to wait and see.
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True, but here's Eric Schmidt's exact words from his MWC 2011 keynote:
We have an OS called Gingerbread for phones, we have an OS being previewed now for tablets called Honeycomb. The two of them. You can imagine the follow up will start with an I, be named after dessert, and will combine these two.
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Nowhere does he mention that the next iteration will be 2.4 (or even specifically Ice Cream Sandwich, for that matter), but I haven't actually checked Google's other press releases, so I can't be sure on that either. When you think about it, if Google has actually already announced the next version as '2.4 Ice Cream Sandwich', why should Schmidt beat around the bush about its number and name?
Anyway, I've been doing some additional research, and one of the things that has been wracking my brains is that other manufacturers also seem to advertise the OS of their upcoming phones as "2.4 Gingerbread", so this suggests it can't simply be a HTC-only phenomenon.
For that matter, there seems to be a 'leak' from ViewSonic that claims 2.4 is actually an official update of Gingerbread from Google that adds support for dual-core processors and apps to ensure that apps are compatible across Honeycomb and Gingerbread devices (and not just HTC's spin on 2.3). Makes more sense now, doesn't it?
In addition to that. The same source also says that Ice Cream Sandwich will likely be 3.1, rather than 2.x. So no, Ice Cream Sandwich will not likely be 2.4.
Source: http://www.pocket-lint.com/news/38311/android-2-4-april-release-date
ya, I read his quote after I wrote that so who know. He would make a good politician for how vague he is. I just hope HTC hurries up and either gives those of us with older devices an update to something or leaks a sense ROM with something newer than Froyo. We went from getting updates once a month to nothing for three now.
They did the same thing with us as far as releasing the Evo with 2.1 and we had 2.2 within a month or two so hopefully it won't be too long.
Funny that you said that, because HTC has recently announced that the entire Desire line-up will get 2.3 Gingerbread in Q2. Given that the EVO was released later the Desire, and the fact that it's really just a 4G version of the DHD, it would probably get a Gingerbread update too.
And here's another update, and it's certainly a confusing one: HTC now says that what it originally called 2.4 Gingerbread is really just 2.3.3. But if that was the case, what about all the other manufacturers who said they were running 2.4 Gingerbread? Are they going to come out and say that they're actually just running 2.3.3 too?
Source: http://www.fudzilla.com/mobiles/item/21915-new-gingerbread-is-233
Also, this could hint that 2.4 might be Ice Cream Sandwich, but until the above is clarified, nothing is certain. Boy, am I confused.
Speak of the devil!
HTC Incredible S port for HTC EVO 4G
Perhaps this could tide you over in the meantime?
Madrenergic said:
Speak of the devil!
HTC Incredible S port for HTC EVO 4G
Perhaps this could tide you over in the meantime?
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Still Froyo, rest assured I've been keeping an eye on Sniper's blog for that GB/IC/whatever RUU to show up though.
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HTC is known for supporting their phones
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I guess the Hero was an exception Canada sucks get all the good phones last (well I personally blame Telus since they are lazy asses because Bell got the Desire Z quite fast) and our 3 year contracts suck big time...
I think 2.4 is Gingerbread just for dual-core and "universal" app support (Honeycomb to Ginger and vice versa) as stated above, and I read it some where also.
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I guess the Hero was an exception Canada sucks get all the good phones last (well I personally blame Telus since they are lazy asses because Bell got the Desire Z quite fast) and our 3 year contracts suck big time...
I think 2.4 is Gingerbread just for dual-core and "universal" app support (Honeycomb to Ginger and vice versa) as stated above, and I read it some where also.
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I'm just happy we don't have contracts (or can choose not to have I should say) ... Sure contracts allow for cheaper phones but I'm sure in the end you'll pay more then the initial full price of the phone, at least that is the case here.
As for getting the the latest and greatest phones last ... We can have that here too, like the iPhone or something like the HP PALM Pre or whatever.
Anyway, going off topic here ... sorry Didn't want to hijack the thread.
I'm sure there will be an update to this phone, what it will be remains to be seen, HTC has some great phones, but in the communication department they are missing some radio-roms I'm thinking
When ice cream sandwich will be out, will HTC roll out the update to the IS also?
Or only the sensation is going to enjoy the new OS?
No one has said anything about any device, it is far to early to speculate
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When ice cream sandwich will be out, will HTC roll out the update to the IS also?
Or only the sensation is going to enjoy the new OS?
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Is Sensation built on ice cream? I didn't think so, first I've heard of it
New version of sense, but don't think new version of android
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RellikZephyr said:
Is Sensation built on ice cream? I didn't think so, first I've heard of it
New version of sense, but don't think new version of android
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I didnt mean to say that the sensation is built on ice cream. I meant that because sensation is the 1st dual core phone of HTC and ofcourse their flagship phone, then i was asking if when ice cream is out, HTC will update the sensation with it and not their other devices also
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I didnt mean to say that the sensation is built on ice cream. I meant that because sensation is the 1st dual core phone of HTC and ofcourse their flagship phone, then i was asking if when ice cream is out, HTC will update the sensation with it and not their other devices also
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Ah righto
Yeah I think they will definitely update it, how long it might take is the real question. Will it be quick or not
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f the Nexus S gets Ice Cream Sandwich, which it will, I'm pretty sure the Incredible S will get Ice Cream Sandwich since they have similar specs.
I wouldn't even think about Ice Cream Sandwhich when HTC hasn't even pushed out Gingerbread to all the Incredible S's.
only time will tell, HTC's gone slow.
If anything, HTC is faster than it used to be. I waited 8 months for a 2.1 update on my Hero from the first announcement to actual delivery. It's been less that half that for the IS.
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Does anyone know if there has been any news about ICS and the IS?
I am hoping that the update might fix my random reboot problem I have with my IS
Even if HTC doesn't give official support for it (Ice Cream Sandwhich), 3rd party developers such as CyanogenMod would probably port it over. Since the Nexus S will surely get the OTA update, it's a good guess that the Incredible S would be able to run it as well.
My $0,02.
There is no way in hell we'll get ics, these phones were never designed to run anything over gb and sense 3.0. From what we've seen from our development teams it will be ported over from another handset providing that something with similar specs gets the update.
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Even if HTC doesn't give official support for it (Ice Cream Sandwhich), 3rd party developers such as CyanogenMod would probably port it over. Since the Nexus S will surely get the OTA update, it's a good guess that the Incredible S would be able to run it as well.
My $0,02.
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I dont understand why you would wait 8 months for HTC to release the update when you can get now?
HTC IS is still on 2.3.3 and why hasn't it been updated to 2.3.7?
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I dont understand why you would wait 8 months for HTC to release the update when you can get now?
HTC IS is still on 2.3.3 and why hasn't it been updated to 2.3.7?
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Well I can't talk on the behalf of HTC, but I can only say that I wasn't the one waiting for them... I'm rockin' on 2.3.7
And plan to be rockin' on 4.0 when the time comes
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I dont understand why you would wait 8 months for HTC to release the update when you can get now?
HTC IS is still on 2.3.3 and why hasn't it been updated to 2.3.7?
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Hardly any phones have been updated to 2.3.7...
Only nexus phones afaik
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Hardly any phones have been updated to 2.3.7...
Only nexus phones afaik
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I thought that the android updates were like the IOS ones where they added features and patched bugs. So you should be on the latest firmware?
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I thought that the android updates were like the IOS ones where they added features and patched bugs. So you should be on the latest firmware?
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It doesn't really work like that..
2. 3.7 was mostly about adding nfc chip capabilities
are you trying to jump infront of time with a time machine? even nexus prime hasn't been announced yet and now you're already wanting to know whether incredible s gets ICS.
take a chill pill, we'll all know when time comes.
I've been with HTC device since 2001 (my old Wallaby....), but I'm really annoyed by HTC behaviour: instead of releasing a phone once a week they should really take care and support their devices and their customer.
I became very lazy and I haven't yet installed a custom rom on my IS (yet), but thanx God, there are people like the CyanogenMod team that helps us keeping our devices up to date.
Thanx folks.
I do not think the problem is whether the device was designed for ICS or not. It's just too expensive to build, test and support all the devices they are putting into the market.
Regards,
I don't know why people are moaning so much, what other phones have official ICS right now? That's right, just one.
Have patience, HTC are one of the better companies with regards to updates. Samsung are terrible.
http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/07/htc-announces-specifics-on-ice-cream-sandwich-upgrades/
https://www.facebook.com/notes/htc/...pgrades-to-ice-cream-sandwi/10150518462703084
HTC knows how excited our fans are to get their hands on Google's latest version of Android, Ice Cream Sandwich, so we're thrilled today to announce the first wave of HTC phones that will receive upgrades: We can confirm the brand new HTC Vivid is upgradeable to Ice Cream Sandwich. In addition, Ice Cream Sandwich is coming in early 2012 to a variety of devices including the HTC Sensation, HTC Sensation XL and HTC Sensation XE, as well as the HTC Rezound, HTC EVO 3D, HTC EVO Design 4G and HTC Amaze 4G through close integration with our carrier partners. We're continuing to assess our product portfolio, so stay tuned for more updates on device upgrades, timing and other details about HTC and Ice Cream Sandwich.
Well, I would be happy with sense 3.0 and gingerb 2.3.5. for the time being. That should be here pretty soon according to Mr O'brian.
Hope we get it before christmas.
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I'm not so sure about that too. All resources will go to ICS and newer models. We are done.
CM looks to be the only team supporting our phone
Are all of those phones dual-core?
My guess is that HTC was under some pressure to make an announcement since other manufacturers had made more definitive announcements. So HTC announced these phones would get ICS (which were the easy decisions) while giving themselves more time to think about their other phones. I would be suprised if one of HTC's single-core phones does not eventually get ICS.
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I'm not so sure about that too. All resources will go to ICS and newer models. We are done.
CM looks to be the only team supporting our phone
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No they won't drop us this soon...
I guarantee that much.
i won't be surprised if we don't get ics, officially, since the phone isn't too high on the htc totem pole.
if we are indeed on their radar for the upgrade, I think it will be much later, so don't hold your breath. remember, we don't even have gb 2.3.5 for this phone. why get your hopes up with ics?
I emailed HTC support team and asked if the incredible S is going to get updated in ICS they replied yes but they cannot confirm the exact date.
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Hopefully can get update before 1st quarter of 2012.. don't need wait so long..
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i won't be surprised if we don't get ics, officially, since the phone isn't too high on the htc totem pole.
if we are indeed on their radar for the upgrade, I think it will be much later, so don't hold your breath. remember, we don't even have gb 2.3.5 for this phone. why get your hopes up with ics?
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Luckily we have custom ROM developer to provide the update
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costom Rom helps a lot, seems nik are developing New roms abt the ics
Looks like HTC have tweeted/facebooked the coming goodness
HTC knows how excited our fans are to get their hands on Google's latest version of Android, Ice Cream Sandwich, so we're thrilled today to announce the first wave of HTC phones that will receive upgrades: We can confirm the brand new HTC Vivid, on sale beginning today, is upgradeable to Ice Cream Sandwich. In addition, Ice Cream Sandwich is coming in early 2012 to a variety of devices including the HTC Sensation, HTC Sensation XL and HTC Sensation XE, as well as the HTC Rezound, HTC EVO 3D, HTC EVO Design 4G and HTC Amaze 4G through close integration with our carrier partners. We're continuing to assess our product portfolio, so stay tuned for more updates on device upgrades, timing and other details about HTC and Ice Cream Sandwich.
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roll on early 2012
Hell yeah!
Wont be too long now till its the official update,, then any and all ROMs that run ICS wahoo!!
wow thats incredible news as this beast will need it to unleash its true power. bit disappointed with the screen res as expected qHD due to screen size but it still holds up well. oh well should have mine on the weekend hopefully so no looking back now
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"In response to a question from Facebook user Jamie Chan, HTC said it is still working on readying updates, and expects to issue them by the end of August for all devices that have previously been announced.
Those phones still awaiting the ICS update include the Droid Incredible 2 , the HTC Desire S, Desire HD, EVO 4G+, Incredible S, Sensation, Sensation XE, Sensation XL, Rhyme, Thunderbolt, and Velocity."
Wooo! OTA coming for us noobs! They say August but Im guessing October
ShishkaBerry said:
pcmag.com/article2/0,2817,2408331,00.asp
"In response to a question from Facebook user Jamie Chan, HTC said it is still working on readying updates, and expects to issue them by the end of August for all devices that have previously been announced.
Those phones still awaiting the ICS update include the Droid Incredible 2 , the HTC Desire S, Desire HD, EVO 4G+, Incredible S, Sensation, Sensation XE, Sensation XL, Rhyme, Thunderbolt, and Velocity."
Wooo! OTA coming for us noobs! They say August but Im guessing October
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OTA is already out for people in other countries. its just australia that hasn't got it while optus put their **** on it
by new update can we get sense 4.0 and what means by ota sorry for simple questions because i dont know simple things
Ramesh kumar 1987 said:
by new update can we get sense 4.0 and what means by ota sorry for simple questions because i dont know simple things
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No, it's Sense 3.6. OTA means Over-The-Air which means you can update your phone without wiping. It's not the whole ROM, It's just a bunch of new files. I hope you get that despite my bad explanation
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No, it's Sense 3.6. OTA means Over-The-Air which means you can update your phone without wiping. It's not the whole ROM, It's just a bunch of new files. I hope you get that despite my bad explanation
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got it thanks that means htc will never release sence 4.0 for our device
i have a great doubt while new htc mobiles like one v desire c,v are having the same hardware specification why they are not releasing for us
Ramesh kumar 1987 said:
got it thanks that means htc will never release sence 4.0 for our device
i have a great doubt while new htc mobiles like one v desire c,v are having the same hardware specification why they are not releasing for us
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If HTC keep upgrading us to the latest versions of sense/android, we will have no reason to upgrade to a newer phone
Also, they are not making any money on these upgrades, just keeping us happy who have bought the phone a year or so ago
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If HTC keep upgrading us to the latest versions of sense/android, we will have no reason to upgrade to a newer phone
Also, they are not making any money on these upgrades, just keeping us happy who have bought the phone a year or so ago
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so they want us to always buy a new product they launches its totally unfair
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so they want us to always buy a new product they launches its totally unfair
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That's business for you mate
The market is competitive, especially with Sony and Samsung putting out such quality hardware, they are beating HTC who used to be on top in terms of hardware
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That's business for you mate
The market is competitive, especially with Sony and Samsung putting out such quality hardware, they are beating HTC who used to be on top in terms of hardware
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but still i love htc products they have great looks and specialy their sense love it
Will there be any more updates or this is it?
The devs are 2 steps ahead, a very alpha build of JB has just hit the development forum!
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OTA is already out for people in other countries. its just australia that hasn't got it while optus put their **** on it
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Nowhere to be found in Canada either.
Oh well. I have my HD Revolution, so Bell's lack of updating isn't an issue for me.