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Incredible OTA Update 720p, Hotspot, Boot Animation
dabubbakin
Contributor - Level 3
‎07-02-2010 10:23 PM

 

Droid eye boot, 3G mobile hotspot, and 720p video recording on it's way apparently!

 

I've been all over the internet and it seems to be legit.

 

When? Not sure, but it's supposedly ready to roll.  

 

I'm so excited this phone is being opened up to it's full potential.

 

The best like to all the information I found that's cut and dry is here.

 

The new boot animation video is here. The new boot is not so much a big deal but it's just a little boost in hope. I can't tell for sure if this person Rworded the phone but hey it's fun to watch!

 

OTA Update soon? Update this thread if you know!

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dabubbakin
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In response to dabubbakin
‎08-26-2010 05:15 PM

Due to the possible update to Froyo 2.2 (combination 720p etc) update rumored to roll out soon I am closing this thread. This thread started as a 720p, Hotspot, Boot Animation thread way before it was decided (vzw) to roll them all into one update. This thread evolved into 2.2 talk eventually and became a useful one at that. Problem now is it's not titled correctly, and better/actual 2.2 threads are available. Additionally, (mainly) I do not want this site to be loaded later by users seeking help (post 2.2 update) and gettting totally confused as to what this is all about, or getting wrong information. So I'm solving this thread and it's closed. 

 

Thank you for the 13544 views and 143 comments!

It was fun and I hope to nail a good thread like this in the future!



GO FROYO! 

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max69442
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‎08-03-2010 09:27 PM

I think what irks a lot of people is that the EVO has gotten 2.2 before the Incredible. They have basically the same software (2.1 with Sense) moving to 2.2 with Sense. The Incredible was out a month before the EVO, and it's looking like it will get 2.2 one month after the EVO.

 

I understand the Moto Droid getting 2.2 first, it was out first and is stock android. I'm actually surprised that it hadn't gotten 2.2 earlier, considering how long the Nexus One has had it and they are basically the same as far as software goes. Anybody who got a phone with Sense, Motoblur, or Touchwiz understands that stock android will be updated first. But when a phone with a skinned android released a month later gets it first it makes you wonder why. Now if the X gets 2.2 before the Incredible, I am done sticking up for Verizon. I will be looking at ALL options when my contract is up, maybe even before. It should come on a first come (ie release) first serve basis in the interests of fairness. I have no problem with stock android getting it first, but with the skinned android builds I believe it's only fair.

 

I know that this is about the maintenance OTA, but since they decided to roll that in with 2.2, now those who have issues with their phone (audio drop out, low signal, grounding issue) have to wait even longer because they wanted to do 1 update instead of 2. Funny thing is the EVO got an update a few weeks back to fix those issues. What'd be nice is at least let us know when they're shooting for as far as release date. They could put any disclamers they wanted to, but at least give people an idea of when, rather than just "before Christmas". I've talked with both HTC and Verizon, and both say either "no info" or "talk to (the other guy)".

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popcycle4
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In response to max69442
‎08-03-2010 09:41 PM

not really that interested in the really MINOR improvements and hype about Froyo, 2.2., etc. What is important is solving the problem of the garbled voice quality.  This HTC customer service has promised.

 

 

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FramCire
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In response to popcycle4
‎08-03-2010 09:46 PM

Today I begged Verizon to give me an idea if we were looking at days, weeks, or months so I could decide to move to the X or wait it out.  I just want my phone to work decently as a phone.

 

It is all about the call improvements not the froyo.  I will love froyo, but I want to make calls.

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dabubbakin
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‎08-03-2010 10:40 PM
So what was the result of the begging?
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FramCire
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In response to dabubbakin
‎08-03-2010 11:16 PM

She could not tell me anything date wise but gave me a few options.  I wont go into the rest of the conversation, but I am in waiting mode and no closer to knowing when.

 

What does your source say?  He may have been wrong, but I love intrigue.

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dabubbakin
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‎08-04-2010 11:08 AM
My take on his info is that it was legit, but something happened, (not surprisingly with vzw). Unfortunately he lives out of town so I can't get an update and I don't trust contacting him on vzw network. I don't want him to get in trouble. I know I know he sounds fake. Let me just say its my word he's real. I'm curious myself what really happened. Curious enough that even if I don't see him for a year I'm going to ask him to update all of us.
In other news...... is today the day ya think? I'm thinking by Friday we'll have it!
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glaundry
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‎08-05-2010 02:50 AM

This is hilarious and how we dinc owners are starting to feel waiting for Froyo.

 

http://www.androidguys.com/2010/08/04/hitler-ready-ditch-cliq-windows-mobile-21-update-humor-video/#...

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dabubbakin
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In response to glaundry
‎08-05-2010 03:49 AM

Very funny.... The last minute had me rolling! "Go get my phone" lol....

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AZSALUKI
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In response to dabubbakin
‎08-05-2010 01:14 PM

not today, not tomorrow, not next week. maybe next month? i've been laughed at for saying this fall or winter. but i am betting later than sooner. REALLY hope i'm wrong. how long after the moto droid did the eris get the 2.1 update? would it stand to reason that it could be that long after the droid and droid x get it before the dinc gets it (2.2)?

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FramCire
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In response to AZSALUKI
‎08-05-2010 02:10 PM

The change from 1. to 2.1 was much larger and DROID was vanilla while Eris had SENSE.  Since EVO has 2.2 and SENSE, I dont think the 2.1 to 2.2 change will be that much longer for Inc as DROID.

 

With that said, I just want the FIXES!!!!!!!!!

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dabubbakin
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In response to glaundry
‎08-05-2010 02:44 PM

Spoke to a second guy I know out of NYC and he said the OTA Update is a few weeks away because of "bugs" in the software. Don't worry I'll keep trying... 

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fezzik
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In response to dabubbakin
‎08-05-2010 06:25 PM

 

dabubbakin wrote:

Spoke to a second guy I know out of NYC and he said the OTA Update is a few weeks away because of "bugs" in the software. Don't worry I'll keep trying... 

 

I think the bugs are fixed.  They have a new one that apparently came through a couple of days ago but it has to go through the testing.  Now I don't know if the fixes have to go through as much testing as the first round but either way it's back in VZ's hands so it shouldn't be too long. 

 

I e-mailed the CEO of Verizon Wireless about my idea that they request an optional Stock Android Rom be built for each Android phone so that people who are this obsessed about it can get the basic version and then choose whether to get the OTA or not when it comes out with all that Sense junk on it.  Doubt they will do it.  I imagine it would be a cost prohibitive and manufacturer disturbing kind of thing but it would be a consumer supported solution. 

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mrdanks1
Enthusiast - Level 3
In response to fezzik
‎08-05-2010 08:26 PM

so back to the question at hand here.... WHEN will get some FROYO LOVIN ????  FRIDAY??  like all the rumors say or will it be more like x-mas like HTC says....

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izgil
Newbie
In response to mrdanks1
‎08-05-2010 08:29 PM

I just got off the phone with VZW and the rep said there's nothing about Froyo for HTC Incredible. Only for the Droid by Motorola.

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mrdanks1
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In response to izgil
‎08-05-2010 09:03 PM

well thats just sucks {please keep your posts courteous}... i guess we will just have to wait for Gingerbread... will be a good xmas gift I guess...thx a lot VZW I should I have stuck will AT&T...

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AZSALUKI
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In response to mrdanks1
‎08-06-2010 02:31 PM

yeah mrdanks.....i wouldn't go by what a rep said. we'll get....we just don't know when. keep your mind on froyo because gingerbread will be the same issues. it will be ready, but we wont get it for months. so your talkin next year prolly for gingerbread.

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fezzik
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In response to mrdanks1
‎08-06-2010 02:50 PM

 

mrdanks1 wrote:

well thats just sucks {please keep your posts courteous}... i guess we will just have to wait for Gingerbread... will be a good xmas gift I guess...thx a lot VZW I should I have stuck will AT&T...

Yeah cause look at all the phones over at AT&T that have FROYO on them......... Hey wait a second. 

 

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Sborden
Enthusiast - Level 3
In response to fezzik
‎08-06-2010 03:34 PM

Ok so no Froyo until who knows when i can deal with that, at least give us the patch that supposedly has fixes for Call quality, video.   Anyone know where to get the patch from? tired of waiting for VZ to get it in gear.

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mrdanks1
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In response to fezzik
‎08-07-2010 12:21 AM

Yea so {word filter avoidance}
 Froyo I'll just go with Apple 4... or you know what BETTER THAN THAT.... SPRINT !! EVO they are getting Froyo as we speak. my buddy has it on his UN ROOTED EVO... OTA... VZW has always sucked...

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CCdroid
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In response to mrdanks1
‎08-07-2010 04:21 AM

   Well I saw all the stuff on the web about getting 2.2 on the 6th..... Still waiting and I'm sad with all the people upset about this still no comment from Verizon which makes me wonder do they even read these? My friend has the Evo and has it I'm so upset about that its hard to brag about my phone to him now :smileysad:

 

   So to all the computer wizards out there (not me) can anyone tell me when this will actually come? Should I hold my breath or breathe? I'm not really sure that Verizon is trying to make "us" happy I'm not crying really I have been with Verizon for a lot of years and have never had any problems but I'm worried we are getting swept under the rug because of the big X? Is that the case? I'm new to this forum stuff so I was just looking for a little help? I really want this update I played on the Evo and I love it I'm most excited about being able to use a password to unlock my phone LOL seems dumb I know but that's what I'm most excited about so let me know what you computer "gods" can track down and thanks for your time :smileyhappy:

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FramCire
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In response to CCdroid
‎08-07-2010 01:29 PM

I am as impatient as the next guy but after talking to someone at Verizon, I have a very good grasp of what is going on and I think I actually appreciate how Verizon is doing this.

 

Fact:

Evo's update has a few problems

 

This fact alone might help you appreciate that Verizon has stricter testing proceedures for updates.  The same people who complain that it takes too long are the same ones who would complain if they didn;t thouroughly test it.  Verizon plans on getting the update out within 30 days.    Seems reasonable to me, even though I need the update for phone quality issues.  There are 2 reasons Verizon does not release update dates. 

 

1.  Customers tend to consider a date to be law.  If the date gets pushed back, Verizon has failed them even though they are most likely doing the right thing.

2.  Competitve issues.  Anyone else notice that Sprint rushed their update out a few days before Verizon was RUMORED to be updating?  Yes, it seems if you release a date, the competition might take that information and try to use it to beat you to the punch.  Right now everyone is raving about how Sprint got Evo update out first (even though they didnt get it right).

 

In the end, it is frustrating not to have any idea about when the update is coming.  I hope Verizon will not roll a fix in with an enhancement again unless the enhancement is ready first.  Updates that are a fix should never wait for an enhancement.

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