According to several Vodafone users today, the network has released an over-the-air update for the HTC Desire in the UK, taking the hot new Android phone’s OS up to version 1.19.161.5.
And no, this is NOT anything as exciting as an Android 2.2 update, it’s only a rather small bug-fixing build that has most users questioning what – and indeed IF – anything has actually changed.
Reader James tells us a Facebook glitch has been fixed, while the radio image has also been updated, which could help if you’ve been struggling with 2G/3G connection issues.
We’re trying to get a complete changelist out of Vodafone and HTC, to make everything all nice and official. If you have a Desire, try doing a manual check for updates – there might be something there for you.
Motorola’s latest flagship dual-core Android monster is a massive, original powerhouse, that’s a big improvement on previous MOTOBLUR mobiles – but still isn’t a total winner.
A slim and glamorous phone from Sony Ericsson, with the sharpest display around. It’s no powerhouse and the screen’s not the biggest out there, but we don’t mind. Because it’s cute.
LG’s first glasses-free 3D phone is a heavy, fat monster, with a clever 3D effect that works rather well. As a smartphone, though, it’s heavy and underwhelming.
A very shiny thing from Sony Ericsson, with a 3.7″ screen and Android 2.3.3 inside. But is it exciting enough to win fans in today’s spec-obsessed market? Can man live on one core alone?
INQ’s Android phone is an interesting “boutique” piece of hardware, packed with unique interface customisations that go far beyond the headline Facebook integration. We like it a lot.
Jonathan Mallett
/ May 27, 2010How exactly do you manually check for updates? The update isn’t listed on the HTC website so could it just be the vodafone firmware getting the update?
Jonathan Mallett
/ May 27, 2010Ignore my question… found it about 30 seconds after i posted it. No update for me (Vodafone but Malta).
Andrew Smith
/ May 27, 2010No update available for me, on Vodafone in UK.
Bristolboy
/ May 27, 2010No update for me (I bought unlocked phoen but am currently using an O2 sim). Still on 1.15.405.4.
MikeD
/ May 27, 2010No update for me either – I’m SIM free on 3.
Edward Hamilton
/ May 27, 2010I have the update. It seems nothing major has changed, however Facebook seems to have issues. Despite WiFi access, no data is being loaded ie status updates and even my own profile. I’m on Vodafone UK, and would be interested to know if anyone else has had this problem.
Gary C
/ May 27, 2010Phew. Thanks for confirming I haven’t been LIED TO, Edward!
DaveC
/ May 27, 2010I think the Facebook problem mentioned by Edward Hamilton is nothing to do with any update. I have the same problem today on the Nexus One
Edward Hamilton
/ May 27, 2010Hmm… an interesting coincidence. Will have to keep an eye on it. cheers guys.
Deejay
/ May 27, 2010It is the facebook app that has been the problem with thousands of users nothing to do with an update.
After facebook have changed the newsfeeds, the app has lost its way. Hopefully a new update will come – or if you are impatient head for the market & download another facebook app.
foz1284
/ June 1, 2010not 100% certain whether it was the update or not but my calander widget seems to have dissapeared and I cant find it to re-add, its the 3×1 cell widget, anyone else got this issue?