HTC has announced today via Twitter that their Hero handset will be getting an Android 2.0 update. There was no word on exactly when we will be seeing the update but chances are it will be when HTC finished tweaking the Sense UI for the updated OS.

Below is the tweet:

The rumors are true! Hero will be getting an Eclair update. We ask for your patience as we update Sense for the fancy new Android OS.

Tags: Android, Cell Phones, Eclair, Google, Hero, HTC, HTC, Mobile News, Sprint, twitter, Update

Windows Mobile 6.5 has just been officially announced and Microsoft is already cooking up updates. We knew well ahead of the actual roll out that the new Microsoft mobile OS was not as impressive as people wished for it to be. After all, even Microsoft is looking forward to Windows Mobile 7, so why should we bother ourselves with Windows Mobile 6.5 in the mean time?

Windows Mobile 6.5 is not exactly a disappointment but it’s a mobile OS that needs more work. That’s why Microsoft has come up with Windows Mobile 6.5.1. The update isn’t official yet but you can find it on various forums already. The update is supposed to tweak the UI and make it more touch-friendly in order to improve your overall Windows Mobile 6.5 experience. In case your Windows Phone plays nice and you’re not having any problems dealing with menus or any other features of the user interface then maybe you don’t need this update after all. Microsoft is planning to launch Windows Mobile 6.5.1 in January 2010 only, which gives you plenty of time to discover any bugs that could use some sort of fixing.

So how do you find Windows Mobile 6.5 so far?

via istartedsomething

Tags: microsoft, microsoft, Update, Windows Mobile 6.5, Windows Mobile 6.5.1, windows phone, Winodws Mobile 7

Just as we had reported to you a few days ago the iPhone OS update has gone live that will activate the highly sought after MMS feature.

To snag the update just plug your iPhone into your computer as you normally would and follow any prompts that notify you of a new update.

Now all you iPhone haters out there have one less thing to hate on but don’t worry, I’m sure you’ll find something else.

Tags: 3.0, 3G, 3gs, Accessories, Apple, Cell Phones, iPhone, iPhone, iPhone OS, iTunes, mms, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Update

Windows Mobile 6.5 devices are slated to hit store shelves early next month and it seems that Samsung’s next-gen OmniaPRO will be their debut WinMo 6.5 device. However, this does not mean previous generation Omnias, namely the OmniaPRO B7610, B7320 and Omnia II, in addition to soon to be released OmniaLite, will be left in the dust.

All of the above mentioned phones will in fact be getting their operating systems updated to Windows Mobile 6.5 when the OmniaPRO B7330 hits store shelves early next month.

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Tags: B7320, B7330, B7610, Cell Phones, microsoft, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Omnia II, omnialite, OmniaPro, Samsung, Samsung, Update, Windows Mobile 6.5

Are you waiting for a new webOS update from Palm? Well look no more since the 1.2 version has already been leaked. And you shouldn’t start looking for it on torrents sites! Absolutely not! Simply try to apply the webOS Doctor to reset your phone and what might happen is for you to have webOS 1.2 conveniently installed on your phone.

The update is not official yet but you can try your luck and you might just get it. webOS 1.2 is said to bring you a “much improved (zoom animation)”, “little tweaks throughout, a Select All feature in the browser, improved GPS services location and account information for App Catalog. Tell us if you managed to snatch your Palm webOS update! It might not be available for too long!

via PreCentral

Tags: leak, Palm, Palm, pre, Update, webOS 1.2

As all of you Android users already know, the Android Market isn’t the most attractive app store available today, but that all may change soon enough

The above screen shot was sent to CNET from an anonymous tipster who says the new Android Market look will make its first appearance in Donut. The fact that it is to appear in Donut raises the question over whether or not the T-Mobile G1 will see the new design as it was said the device will not be getting updates past Cupcake.

As of now this is far from confirmed but from the looks of it it looks pretty legit. The fact that it

Tags: Android, android marketplace, Cell Phones, Donut, Google, HTC, Mobile News, Mobile Software, redesign, screen shot, Update

The HTC Hero is a beautiful device, that’s no secret, and one of the major contributing factors to its beauty is the Sense UI for Android. However, while the device and software was very pleasing to the eyes, users complained of a rather sluggish experience while using the Sense UI.

Luckily, Paul O’Brien over at MoDaCo has gotten his hands on a upcoming Hero software update that will address this exact problem. As you can see in the above video, the Sense UI is a lot more responsive than it was prior to this update which is sure to please just about every HTC Hero owner out there.

There isn’t an exact date for when the update is going to be rolled out but our sources tell us to expect it in the coming weeks.

Tags: Android, Cell Phones, HTC, htc hero, Mobile News, Mobile Software, ROM, Sense UI, Update

Last weekend we were notified that Amazon had put Apple’s OS X version 10.6 (aka Snow Leopard) up for pre-order. Well, it looks like Snow Leopard’s release is even closer than before as Apple has just issued a software update for OS X which will bring the operating system up to version 10.5.8.

Below is the change log for 10.5.8:

• Upgrades Safari to version 4.0.2.
• Improves the accuracy of full history search in Safari 4.
• Resolves an issue in which certain resolutions might not appear in the Display pane in System Preferences.
• Dragging an Aperture image into Automator now invokes an Aperture action instead of incorrectly invoking an iPhoto action.
• Resolves an issue that could prevent importing of large photo and movie files from digital cameras.
• Improves overall Bluetooth reliability with external devices, USB webcams and printers.
• Addresses an issue that could cause extended startup times.
• Improves iCal reliability with MobileMe Sync and CalDav.
• Addresses data reliability issues with iDisk and MobileMe.
• Improves overall reliability with AFP.
• Improves overall reliability with Managed Client.
• Improves compatibility and reliability for joining AirPort networks.
• Improves Sync Service reliability.
• Includes additional RAW image support for several third-party cameras.
• Improves compatibility with some external USB hard drives.
• Includes latest security fixes.

Tags: 10.5.8, Apple, Apple, Desktop PCs, Laptops, Mobile Software, OS X, software, software, Update

Remember that BlackBerry update we told you about last week? Well it looks like Etisalat has indeed infected about 145,000 BlackBerry units with spyware which could be used to spy on customers’ SMS messages. Here’s what RIM had to say about the whole issue:

Etisalat appears to have distributed a telecommunications surveillance application… independent sources have concluded that it is possible that the installed software could then enable unauthorized access to private or confidential information stored on the user’s smartphone. Independent sources have concluded that the Etisalat update is not designed to improve performance of your BlackBerry Handheld, but rather to send received messages back to a central server.

RIM does not approve such measures especially as said update hasn’t been authorized by RIM. Therefore the company is offering you a fix, an app remover which will let you enjoy your Berry spyware free.

What’s amazing is that Etisalat is not admitting doing anything wrong. According to the UAE carrier the update was “required for service enhancements.”

via Engadget

Tags: BlackBerry, Etisalat, firmware, Mobile News, Portable Devices, Research In Motion, RIM, Spyware, UAE, Update

Apple has recently announced that the launch of Safari 4.0.2 which features a slew of security fixes making the already secure browser, even more secure.

The company says that the update is “recommended for all Safari users and improved the stability of the Nitro JavaScript engine and includes the latest compatibility and security fixes.” Furthermore, Apple hopes to address a “potential cross-site scripting attack” with 4.0.2:

“An issue in WebKit’s handling of the parent and top objects may result in a cross-site scripting attack when visiting a maliciously crafted website. This update addresses the issue through improved handling of parent and top objects”.

Head over to Apple’s Safari download page, here, to snag the update.

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Tags: 4.0.2, Apple, bug fixes, Desktop PCs, Laptops, safari, security, Update, web browser

Rumors have begun circulating the internet that suggest the Palm Pre’s webOS will be getting updated to version 1.1 within the next 30 days.

Details are somewhat scarce but BGR reports the following features are rumored:

• IT-initiated remote wipe
• Required PIN
• PIN complexity (numeric or alphanumeric)
• Device wipe after a certain number of failed PIN attempts
• Auto-lock after X minutes of inactivity
• Improved digital certificates

Doesn’t sound too exciting? Yeah, well, that’s because it’s not as Palm is clearly focusing on making version 1.1 a security concious one. Let’s just hope that Palm hurries up and gets their App Catalog rolling because they have a lot of catching up to do.

Tags: 1.1, app catalog, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Palm, Palm Pre, security, Sprint, Update, webOS

All Nokia N97 owners should know that Nokia has rolled out a new firmware update. Version 11.0.021 is available and you can get it over the air or through Nokia’s Software Updater. The new firmware brings on quite a few changes and fixes:

• USB detection error fix
• PC does not detect N97 or USB charging connection not detected
• Widget
• Home screen online/offline widget crash fix
• Fix for “Alphabetical and Number input are mixed in facebook until end key is pressed
• Widget UI improvement - New facebook widget fixes a problem of Home Screen background visible on soft-key area
• Browser fixes to improve widgets stability.
• MfE related fixes
• Partial fix for Messaging/calendar entry lost
• Mail for exchange calendar entry synchronization error fix
• UI transition error fixes (Portrait <-> landscape transition, there is a home screen corruption.)
• UI transition (Slowness and bad effects)
• Slow Touch UI response
• Picture of the device lock appears half of the screen when transitioning the UI sometimes
• Landscape: in some cases the soft buttons on touch (right hand) show the Home Screen in background (install maps.google.com)
• Photos thumbnail performance and stability improvements
• Device performance deteriorates when lots of content in the device - especially photos
• Partial fix no display backlight illumination when unlocking lock-key - CAP Genius reported already
• New version of Accueweather to improve the “Connection error” situation
• Device reset when browsing with high speed packet access (for Malaysia)
• “Browser soft key UI doesn’t work after putting Chinese character with qwerty keyboard”
• Java fixes (TCK, Pre-install app disappearing, *#7370#*)
• Operator fixes (CMCC, Hutchson and Telefonica, Vodafone)
• Ovi store client now embedded in the core image
What say you folks? Enough changes for you?

Tags: firmware, Mobile News, N97, Nokia, Nokia, Portable Devices, Update

Facebook has recently announced that they are gearing up to launch version 3.0 of their iPhone app. If you are waiting for Facebook push notifications a la iPhone OS 3.0, you’re going to be disappointed, because it doesn’t add it.

However, there are 15 features that have been added such as Events and the ability to create photoalbums with the full list included below:

1. The “new” News Feed
2. Like
3. Events (including the ability to RSVP)
4. Notes
5. Pages
6. Create new photo albums
7. Upload photos to any album
8. Zoom into photos
9. Easier photo tagging
10. Profile Pictures albums
11. A new home screen for easy access to all your stuff, search, and notifications
12. Add your favorite profiles and pages to the home screen
13. Better Notifications (they link to the comments so you can reply)
14. Quickly call or text people right from the Friends page
15. Messages you are typing will be restored if you quit or are interrupted by a phone call

The announcement says that the Facebook 3.0 iPhone app is about 98% done with no real release date announced. They also added that users should expect a 3.1 update before the end of this summer that will add the much sought after Push Notifications.

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Tags: 3.0, app, App Store, Apple, Cell Phones, Facebook, iPhone, Mobile News, Mobile Software, Update

Palm has a new update for your favorite mobile phone. webOS 1.0.4 is ready to be transferred over the air to your Palm Pre right away. The software will fix some corporate Exchange issues, bugs and most importantly that homebrew app thing that could have been used for installing home-made apps on the Pre. So there you have it folks, if you haven’t gotten custom apps on the Pre just yet then you might be too late. Or you could always choose not to update just yet!

Tags: Mobile News, Mobile Software, OTA, Palm, Palm, pre, Update, webOS

There’s a new firmware update for your Pre. Palm webOS version 1.0.3 update is just 13MB big and you can already get it. Does this means that not everything is running smoothly on Palm’s new toy? Well whatever might be the case is good to know that Palm is on top of the situation. Here’s what you can expect from version 1.0.3:

Calendar

• Events created in your Google calendar—either in Calendar on your phone or in Google online—that contain a symbol or accented character in the event name can now synchronize. Previously, including a symbol or accented character in an event name prevented the event from synchronizing.
• Changes made to Google events on the phone now sync with Google online within a few minutes.
• The sync interval for Google events has been decreased from every few hours to every 15 minutes.

Clock

• If you create a weekday alarm on a weekend, the alarm sounds only on weekdays. Previously the alarm would sound on the weekend also.

Contacts

• Changes made to Google contacts on the phone now sync with Google online within a few minutes.
• The sync interval for Google contacts has been decreased from every few hours to every 15 minutes.

Email

• Power performance in areas where wireless coverage is sporadic or unavailable has been enhanced.
• Non-SSL Exchange ActiveSync (EAS) mail servers are now supported.

Other

Miscellaneous updates for Email, Phone, and other applications.

Simply follow the link below and get your update already!

via Palm

Tags: firmware, Mobile News, Palm, Palm, Portable Devices, pre, Update, webOS

Palm Pre vs iPhone 3GS will be an interesting fight to watch. On one hand we have the rebirth of a cell phone manufacturer and on the other hand we have a young but evermore popular cell phone manufacturer. Both Palm and Apple have released two amazing cell phones, the Pre and the iPhone 3GS and it will be hard to chose one to take home.

And while the eyes of the world are focused on the WWDC in San Francisco, Palm isn’t wasting any time. Over the weekend the first webOS update went live. Version 1.0.2 is now available and it’s supposed to bring stability to your Pre and a new alarm clock. In case you didn’t get it already then go to your Sprint updater and download it OTA style.

As for the SDK, don’t worry developers, Palm said soon. There’s no actual date but you will be programing applications for Palm’s new hot OS soon enough. And when you do, make sure you drop us a line!
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Tags: 3gs, App Store, Apple, Apple, developers, firmware, iPhone, Mobile News, OTA, Palm, Palm, Portable Devices, pre, SDK, Update, webOS

All those of you currently playing with a BlackBerry Storm from Verizon Wireless should be happy to know that a new OS version is coming on May 31. Version 4.7.0.148 will be released this Sunday at 3PM and you should get it. The new OS is a “general maintenance release that improves the overall user experience.” Or that’s what Verizon is saying. Users will be able to get it over the air or by going to blackberry.com/update. Those going for the OTA update will get the OS at 10PM so you might check out the website first if you’re in a hurry.

Tags: BlackBerry, Mobile News, OS, Portable Devices, Research In Motion, Storm, Update, Verizon, Verizon

Google’s debut web browser, Chrome, exited its beta form back in December of last year and now the company is ready to release version 2.0 of the software.

Included above is an informational video released by Google detailing the changes featured in version 2.0. As you can see, the feature list isn’t exactly extensive with the video showcasing the ability to remove thumbnails, go into a new full screen mode and use the new auto correct feature.

Missing from the video is Google’s announcement that the new version will be 30% faster than the previous. Hey, a little speed never hurt no one, right?

Tags: browser, Chrome, Google, software, Update, version 2.0

That Cupcake or the Android 1.5 update is going to arrive soon but we all knew that. We were still waiting for an official released date and it has been finally leaked. T-Mobile will release the Cupcake update over-the-air starting with May 11. Not everyone will receive the update at once since T-Mobile will roll it out in phases. By the end of this month all Android users should have their devices upgraded, so don’t get all scared if you aren’t among the first lucky ones to get it.
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Tags: Android 1.5, Cupcake, Google, OTA, T-Mobile, T-Mobile, Update

That Android 1.5 Cupcake update is here for everyone to enjoy. Those lucky dev phones owners got it just a few days ago and now the rest of the mortals will also receive it. G1 users can play now with all those new features coming with Cupcake as T-Mobile decided to push out the update. If you have a G1 you will be able to install it so go ahead and start backing up your current files. In case you can’t seem to be able to get that update notification make sure your revert your customized ROM to default. After that you should have no problem officially getting Cupcake installed on your phone. Hit us up in the comments section and tell us how it works for you!

Tags: Android 1.5, Cupcake, G1, Google, Mobile News, Mobile Software, ROM, T-Mobile, T-Mobile, Update