““If it wasn’t for the One, HTC probably wouldn’t be here today,” says Scott Croyle, vice president of design at HTC. Croyle is giving me a tour of the company’s San Francisco studio, which was acquired when HTC bought the One & Co. design firm in 2008.”
HTC One on Verizon Already Rooted, Custom Recovery Available Too – Droid Life
“If you picked up an HTC One today and already unlocked the bootloader (or are planning to before Verizon shuts it down), you may as well root it and toss on a custom recovery while you’re in the mood.”
Another HTC Thunderbolt RUU Leaked, Version 2.11.605.0 Of Gingerbread
Just a couple days ago, an RUU version 2.10.605.1 was leaked for the HTC Thunderbolt. Well the gifts keep coming, and over at XDA, a user has leaked another RUU. The newest version is 2.11.605.0, and it is only pointing at the still imminent release of Gingerbread for all you extremely patient Thunderbolt owners.If you flash, you will lose root, and it will wipe your device.
If you want to save root, wait for a little while until a developer can work on it, and package it up properly. Be safe.
via Droid Life.
HTC Details Upcoming Bootloader Unlocking Process For New And Select Existing Devices Via A Web-Based Tool
Per HTC’s Facebook Page, here are some info on how the unlocking will work!
“The Web tool … requires that you register an account with a valid e-mail address and accept legal disclaimers that unlocking may void all or parts of your warranty. Then plug in your phone to a computer with the Android SDK loaded to retrieve a device identifier token, which you can then enter into the Web tool to receive a unique unlock key via e-mail. Finally, apply the key to your device and unlocking will be initiated on your phone.
In essence, all HTC devices will ship with locked bootloaders which will be unlockable (fully supported by HTC) using the web-based tool. Existing phones will need an OTA update in order to gain this “unlockability” – as expected, they won’t just suddenly all get unlocked automatically.”
**UPDATE 8/3/2011**
“Since our last update, many of you have asked how the bootloader unlocking process will actually work, and in particular why HTC’s most recently released devices still have a locked bootloader. Rest assured we’re making progress toward our goal to roll out the first software updates in August to support unlocking for the global HTC Sensation, followed soon by the HTC Sensation 4G on T-Mobile and the HTC EVO 3D on Sprint. Because unlocking the bootloader provides extensive control over the device and modifications may cause operation, security and experience issues, new devices will continue to ship locked but will support user-initiated unlocking using a new Web-based tool.
So how will this work? The Web tool, which will launch this month, requires that you register an account with a valid e-mail address and accept legal disclaimers that unlocking may void all or parts of your warranty. Then plug in your phone to a computer with the Android SDK loaded to retrieve a device identifier token, which you can then enter into the Web tool to receive a unique unlock key via e-mail. Finally, apply the key to your device and unlocking will be initiated on your phone.
We’re excited to bring bootloader unlocking to developers and enthusiasts, and we feel this new Web tool will meet your needs and continue to provide customers with the best experience. Thanks to the community for supporting these efforts!”
HTC ThunderBolt reboot update finally appears to be imminent | Android Central
Might it finally be happening? Might the HTC ThunderBolt finally be getting that long-awaited update to squash the reboots and bring a host of fixes be dropping … soon? Tonight, according to a leaked screen and confirmed by Verizon’s own support site. Build 1.70.605.0 brings:
Improved data connectivity.
Enhanced Call History view.
Reduced number of device power cycles and resets.
Improved Bluetooth Discovery Mode pop-up window.
View App Menu in tabbed layout.
People search function enabled.
Backup Assistant has been added to the All Apps menu.
Preloaded My Verizon, V CAST Music and V CAST Videos.
Desktop cradle App is now available, showing clock in landscape m
NY Times site has been added into the browser bookmarks.
Note that this is not the supposed Gingerbread/Skype update that surfaced last month. So we’ll all have to bang our fists a little longer.
via HTC ThunderBolt reboot update finally appears to be imminent | Android Central.
HTC: No more locked bootloaders
Break out the bubbly — HTC CEO Peter Chou just announced via Facebook that they have heard everyone and will no longer be locking the bootloaders of their devices. Were assuming and hoping this will start with the EVO 3D and the HTC Sensation, and users buying these new HTC phones will no longer depend on luck and skilled hackers to get them more open.Said CEO Peter Chou, via Facebook:”There has been overwhelmingly [sic] customer feedback that people want access to open bootloaders on HTC phones. I want you to know that weve listened. Today, Im confirming we will no longer be locking the bootloaders on our devices. Thanks for your passion, support and patience.”No word on exactly what this will mean for current models that have shipped with bootloader restrictions, or exactly how the new bootloaders will be “unlocked.” Were reaching out to HTC, and as soon as they give us a statement, well let you know.
HTC: ‘We’re reviewing our bootloader policy’
Maybe we can do what we want with our phones! Thanks HTC! – http://pulsene.ws/1IHkS
HTC Thunderbolt software update now rolling out
HTC Thunderbolt owners, listen up! If you’ve not already received your OTA update then we have good news for you — it’s now rolling out to everyone. Go ahead, check for updates it should be there waiting for you. As noted, the whole process should take about 2 minutes to complete in which case your phone will reboot and you will be all up to date on the software level.
If you all remember this update, from a few weeks back then you’ll know both are one and the same so you can expect better 3G connectivity and GPS along with better organization of SMS and MMS messages. If for any reason you’re having issues, don’t be afraid to hop into the Android Central forums to seek out some help.
via HTC Thunderbolt software update now rolling out | Android Central.
