Sprint Rolling Out EVO 4G Update After Trial Run
Sprint has begun rolling out the official EVO 4G Android 2.2 update after Friday’s test run, which led to a warning by HTC about applying the update ahead of the official release. As expected, the update adds support for Flash 10.1 in the browser along with other key updates related to operating system performance and […]
HTC Cautions Against Installing Leaked Android 2.2 for EVO 4G
HTC has posted a tweet cautioning against upgrading the EVO 4G with a leaked Android 2.2 update: “Please be aware any update.zip floating around for EVO are not final and may cause problems. Official updates are coming OTA next week!” It appears that this may be similar to the Droid Eris MR3 leaks, which while […]
HTC Announces Transition to S-LCD for Nexus One and Desire
HTC has announced that it will transition the Nexus One and Desire from its initial AMOLED display specification to the S-LCD display type due to the current supply constraints of AMOLED displays after weeks of speculation in order to allow it to increase production for its most popular models. While the manufacturer specifically named the […]
T-Mobile Confirms First HSPA+ Capable Phone Before Summer’s End
Following up on the announcement of HSPA+ coverage expansion this morning, T-Mobile has also announced that it will launch its first HSPA+ capable phone before the end of the summer season. While the carrier declined to elaborate on the specifics of the phone, recent reports point to the Android-powered HTC Vanguard as being the first […]
Droid X Multitouch Keyboard Now Available for Aria
Following recent releases for the EVO 4G and Incredible, the hailed Droid X multitouch keyboard is now available for the AT&T HTC Aria with no root required. As with the EVO 4G and Incredible versions, the application needs to be placed onto a memory card and selected in a file management application in order to […]
Qik Extending Free Premium Access on EVO 4G Until September
Qik has announced in a blog post that it will not end free access to its premium service for EVO 4G users as previously announced, instead extending access to everyone until September. The reason given for the extension alluded to the higher than expected popularity of the service causing access issues for many users. Qik’s […]
Flashaholic Tool for HTC HD2 Aims to Simplify ROM Flashing
A new tool has been released for advanced modders with the HTC HD2 that aims to simplify the preparation process for flashing to custom ROMs on devices. Flashaholic is currently in testing, with the aim of turning it into a universal application for multiple devices and mobile operating systems. The tool is a modified ROM […]
Unrevoked3 Android Root App For Windows/Mac/Linux, With Caveats
A new simplified program for Windows Mac OS X and Linux aims to cut the steps of rooting an Android device down to a few mouseclicks, with several caveats. Unrevoked3 will work with the Sprint EVO 4G, Droid Incredible, Desire, Aria, and Droid Eris, although the biggest caveat concerns disabled WiMax radios on Evo 4G […]
HTC Droid Incredible Update Rolling Out with 720p HD Video Capture
The latest update for the HTC Incredible, which we previously reported on is now rolling out to owners alongside the HTC Droid Eris update. The update enables 720p HD video capture along with support for Verizon’s paid mobile hotspot service (see here for an alternative) and preinstalls the Skype application along with new boot animation.
Google to Halt Online Store Sales After Final Nexus One Stock is Sold
Google has announced that it will end its online sales program after its final shipment of the Nexus One is sold. The Nexus One will still be offered to developers via an unnamed partner while international sales will continue via select carrier partners around the world, with US availability being modeled after the international model. […]