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Category: Firmware updates

Jan
29
2012

Nokia Belle update available on February 8

| January 29, 2012 20:52 UTC | 0 comments | source

Nokia Belle February 7

Nokia Belle February 8 (Google Translated text)

Nokia Vietnam has updated their local site with information of Nokia Belle (previously Symbian Belle). There is now a whole page dedicated to the update, and it states that the download will be available on February 8. Now we don’t know if this is a worldwide release, but I’d bet that at least some other countries will get it simultaneously with Vietnam.

The image shows that the following phones will receive the update to Nokia Belle: Nokia N8, E7, X7, E6, E7 (twice) and C6-01. The Nokia 500 appears to be missing from the list. Could it be that Nokia Vietnam didn’t get the updated memo where the Nokia 500 was added?

Just one week to go, so stay tuned!

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| January 29, 2012 20:52 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
27
2012

Bada 2.0 update available for the original Samsung S8500 Wave

| January 27, 2012 15:19 UTC | 0 comments | source

Samsung Wave - S8500

Samsung S8500 Wave

Samsung has began seeding bada 2.0 for owners of the original Samsung S8500 Wave. The update is now available in some parts of the world, and the rollout will continue in stages. This means that not everyone will receive the update today! The best thing you can do is to use Samsung Kies on your PC to see if the update is already available in your region. Enjoy!

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| January 27, 2012 15:19 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
25
2012

MeeGo PR1.2 beta released for Nokia N950

| January 25, 2012 15:08 UTC | 0 comments |

Nokia N950 PR1.2 3.2012.02-6

Nokia N950 PR1.2 3.2012.02-6_PR_RM680

Nokia released today a public beta of MeeGo PR1.2 for the Nokia N950 (the MeeGo developer device). The update is available as an OCF (One Click Flasher). The exact version number for this release is 3.2012.02-6_PR_RM680.

Changes since Harmattan 1.1 release

  • New languages
    • Persian
    • Hebrew
    • Kazakh
    • Thai
    • Vietnamese
  • Software update notifications for content in Nokia Store
  • Face recognition for gallery and face tags for Facebook
  • Support for folders in the application view
  • Mail for Exchange global address book lookup
  • Mail thread support in the Email client
  • Extended copy-paste support
  • Media sharing with DLNA compatible devices
  • Improved browser history view
  • Compass support in Maps
  • QtWebKit update to version 2.2
  • New font taken into use
  • Front camera support
  • Video editing support in the Gallery application

Bug fixes

There are ~122 public bugs fixed in this release. The complete list is available at harmattan-bugs.nokia.com.

Other important improvements

  • MeeGotouch Framework
    • Visual hint for differentiating swipe close gesture from normal swipes
    • Timestamps shown in notifications
    • Notifications sorted by timestamps
    • Improvements in Event Feed area
    • Music controls in Lock screen
    • New feedbacks added to MeeGoTouch theme:
      • priority2_callbutton_press
      • priority2_callbutton_release
      • priority2_close
      • priority2_close_multiple
      • priority2_move
      • priority2_popup
  • Kernel updated to be in sync with the upstream kernel version 2.6.32.48
  • Connectivity
    • Android NDEF Push Protocol disabled
    • NFC polling enabled in lock screen
    • Separate switch for controlling mobile background connections while roaming
  • Camera
    • Self Timer support
    • Composition grid + on/off control
  • Calendar
    • Better handling of To-Do lists, recurring events and timezones
    • Private flag support for events
    • Support for read-only events
    • Ability to forward/reply/reply-all for received events
  • Clock
    • Clock alarm becomes silent by flipping the device face down instead of snoozing
    • Updated time picker
  • Gallery
    • People view added to the grid toolbar
    • Improved multiple selection indication in grid view
  • Music Player
    • Audiobook and podcast support
    • Ability to create playlists
    • Ability to delete music files from music player library views via object menu
    • Possibility to see songs that are on the current play queue
  • In addition, there are numerous bug fixes related to the implementation of new features, improving the overall user experience and reliability of the device.

Those lucky who actually own a Nokia N950 can follow this link for a download of PR1.2 beta.

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| January 25, 2012 15:08 UTC | 0 comments |
Jan
24
2012

LG Optimus Black receives Android Gingerbread

| January 24, 2012 10:29 UTC | 0 comments | source

LG Optimus Black

LG Optimus Black

LG has finally released the long awaited update to Android Gingerbread for the Optimus Black. Users in India and Europe have reported that their Optimus Blacks have started to receive Android 2.3.4.

LG’s official changelog looks like this:

  • Power management enhancements
  • Improved UI
  • One-touch word selection and copy/paste
  • Better Download management
  • Support for new media formats like AAC, AVC, MPEG 4 and H.263
  • New shortcuts, widgets and icons
  • Better email syncing
  • More precise camera auto-focus and camera geo-tagging
  • Active app management, app groups, updated calendar options
  • Pre-loaded Google+ app
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| January 24, 2012 10:29 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
20
2012

Nokia Lumia 710 and Lumia 800 also receiving update to 8107

| January 20, 2012 19:58 UTC | 0 comments |

Lumia with 7.10.8107.79

Lumia with 7.10.8107.79

I yesterday wrote that Nokia is currently pushing out Windows Phone build 8106 for the Lumia 800, which will increased the maximum capacity of the battery. Well, it now appears that the Lumia 710 and Lumia 800 are both receiving another build, build 8107 (7.10.8107.79) to be exact, in some regions. It’s possible that Zune will install two updates at one time. First you’ll be updated to build 8106, immediately followed by 8107.

Here’s the official change log for 8107:

Update 7.10.8107.79

On-screen keyboard. Fixes an issue to prevent the keyboard from disappearing during typing.

Email. Fixes a Google mail syncing issue.

Location. Fixes a location access issue. With this fix, the Me feature in the People Hub sends anonymous information about nearby Wi-Fi access points and cell towers to Microsoft only if you agree to allow the Check In function to access and use location information.

Security. Revokes digital certificates from DigiCert Sdn Bhd to address an encryption issue.

Email threads. Fixes an email issue related to Microsoft Exchange Server 2003. With this fix, when you reply to or forward a message, the original message is now included in your response.

Voicemail. Fixes a voicemail notification display issue that occurs on some European and Asian networks under certain conditions.

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| January 20, 2012 19:58 UTC | 0 comments |
Jan
19
2012

Asus Transformer Prime receives GPS fix

| January 19, 2012 18:49 UTC | 0 comments | source

ASUS Transformer Prime 9.4.2.11

ASUS Transformer Prime 9.4.2.11

Many Asus Transformer Prime owners have been plagued by a bug that is causing GPS issues. Luckily, Asus has now released a firmware update to version 9.4.2.11, which will update the GPS drivers to version 6.9.13.

I’m sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but this hasn’t provided a cure for every user out there. It is still recommended that you try and get your device fixed with this new update. Keep your fingers crossed and hope for a fix ;)

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| January 19, 2012 18:49 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
19
2012

Amazon Kindle Fire getting updated to version 6.2.2

| January 19, 2012 18:02 UTC | 0 comments | source

Amazon Kindle Fire

Amazon Kindle Fire

Amazon has started the delivery of software version 6.2.2 for the Kindle Fire. The biggest change in this is the addition of a full-screen mode in the Kindle Fire Silk browser. Users with a rooted Kindle Fire should obviously stay away from this update, since it will remove the root access.

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| January 19, 2012 18:02 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
19
2012

Samsung Galaxy Note receiving new firmware

| January 19, 2012 16:16 UTC | 0 comments | source

Samsung Galaxy Note updated keyboard

Samsung Galaxy Note updated keyboard

Samsung has released a maintenance firmware release for the Galaxy Note. The new firmware brings with it alterations to Android that make the 5.3-inch monster easier to use. Updated features include the changes to the lock-screen, calendar, keyboard and a new torch widget. Many things have been optimized so that the device can now be operated with just one hand.

This maintenance release is still based on Android 2.3.6, so you’ll still have to continue waiting for Android 4.0. The 70MB update is currently being delivered as a Firmware Over The Air, so there’s no need to install Kies. Happy updating!

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| January 19, 2012 16:16 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
18
2012

Nokia Lumia 800 receiving battery fix #2

| January 18, 2012 20:28 UTC | 0 comments | source

Nokia Lumia 800 battery update #2

Nokia Lumia 800 battery update #2

Nokia has started the delivery of the promised second battery update for the Lumia 800. The exact OS version of the update is 1600.2483.8106.11500.

The update path for the Lumia 800 should look like this:

Firmware version: 1600.2475.7720.11414 -> UPDATE 1: 1600.2479.7740.11451 -> UPDATE 2: 1600.2483.8106.11500

Update 8106 should increase the overall battery capacity of the Lumia 800.

Nokia UK had the following to say on their Facebook page:

We are excited to announce that starting today and rolling out over the next two weeks we will be releasing the second software update for the Lumia 800. After already setting the pace for smartphones in 2011 we wanted to start 2012 as we mean to go on, by enhancing performance and usability. With enhanced battery life and greater Wi-Fi connectivity this update will allow you to get even more out of your Lumia 800.

Here is a step by step guide to updating your phone with Zune:http://nokia.ly/yfbJnI

And a video tutorial:
http://nokia.ly/xNb1o7

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| January 18, 2012 20:28 UTC | 0 comments | source
Jan
18
2012

Motorola Xoom receiving Android 4.0.3 as OTA update

| January 18, 2012 11:38 UTC | 1 comment | source

Motorola XOOM Android 4.0.2

Motorola Xoom Android 4.0.3

Motorola has started pushing out the promised update to Ice Cream Sandwich for the Motorola Xoom tablet.

The Android version of this update is Android 4.0.3. The update should go out in stages, so not everyone will receive the update today. Keep on checking your device for the update!

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| January 18, 2012 11:38 UTC | 1 comment | source
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