One X owners brace yourselves for an Android update being released by HTC today. No, not Jelly Bean. Don't get overexcited. This is an iterative change to Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS).
The Android 4.0.4 update brings improvements to phone functions such as the camera, a smoother screen rotation performance and general stability improvements, according to Google.
Big G also says 4.0.4 is better at recognising phone numbers. Bless.
The One X update isn't just an Android refresh -- it also includes tweaks to HTC's Sense interface which sits on top of Ice Cream Sandwich.
This newly polished up Sense includes various extras and changes, including giving One X owners the ability to map the menu function to the recent apps key -- which HTC says can improve visual presentation in non-ICS apps such as Facebook.
Other changes include better tab management in the browser -- with a dedicated tab switching button -- and enhanced camera capabilities, including white balance and continuous autofocus.
HTC also reckons the update will bring general enhancements to memory, platform stability and the overall browsing experience.
Plus you get a Single Sign-On for Facebook so you can stay plugged into Zuck's matrix across different apps and browsers.
Lastly, HTC says to expect improvements to Beats audio tech -- so presumably your phone will sound slightly better, although that largely depends upon what you're listening to.
Asked when One X owners can expect the wibbly-wobbly goodness of Android 4.1 Jelly Bean to bounce onto their handsets, the company provided the following excitement-strewn statement:
"We know HTC fans are excited to get their hands on Google's latest version of Android. At this point in time, we can confirm that we have plans to upgrade our HTC One X, HTC One XL and HTC One S to Jelly Bean. Please stay tuned for more updates regarding device upgrades, timings and other details about HTC and Jelly Bean.
"We are excited about the latest update for Android, Jelly Bean, and are currently reviewing its features and functionality to determine upgrade plans for our product portfolio. While our goal is to bring the latest software updates to as many of our recent devices as possible, we are committed to maintaining every phone's performance and usability first. Please stay tuned for updates on specific device upgrade plans."
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Nit Esh 10 August, 2012 16:19
Can't Wait...a much needed update with all major bug fixes for HOX..!! :D
I need it more badly than the Jelly Bean..! :)
How about the rest of world...Asia and all..? When shall we expect this update..?
Jonathan Giles 10 August, 2012 19:09
My Galaxy SII got a similar update a couple of days ago. Not much is different. The only thing I noticed is the text message symbol on the lock screen has changed from red to grey.
Jonathan Giles 10 August, 2012 21:34
Ah actually the text message symbol is whatever the colour of your background is. Had a black and white background so was grey. I changed lock screen to mainly red image and now got a red symbol. Still, no real differences for the user. Probably just under the hood differences.
anonymous 11 August, 2012 04:35
Will the HTC one S get this?
anonymous 11 August, 2012 19:20
So looking forward to JB on my HTC One S. I have the Nexus 7 and I love the potential of Google Now, its just hard to use properly on the Nexus as I don't take it everywhere with me and it doesn't have 3G. Google Now on a phone should be awesome.
anonymous 13 August, 2012 20:12
This still hasn't shown up on my One X yet, despite other sources saying that it rolled out in the UK friday. Anyone else not gotten it yet?
anonymous 13 August, 2012 23:25
my one x doesnt have it yet either! Has it rolled out EVERYWHERE?
Grifftara 14 August, 2012 14:27
Niether has my one x, im presuming that the networks have got to put there twist on the update. Would that be right?
anonymous 14 August, 2012 14:41
mine niether
anonymous 22 August, 2012 19:13
HTC apparently started rolling out the 4.0.4 update in the UK on August 10th. Here we are on the 22nd and still my HTC One X is saying no updates for your phone, what the hell is going on?
anonymous 22 August, 2012 19:16
I personally think HTC are going down the pan!
anonymous 23 August, 2012 01:06
Same here ... almost two full weeks after HTC's official announcement and rollout date and my UK handset still shows 'no update available'. After making a point of buying an unlocked handset (at no small cost) to avoid these update shenanigans that's disappointing ... this isn't the (overdue in my humble opinion) Jelly Bean update either.
When an iOS update is released it's available to everyone on day 1 ... one of many reasons people perceive Apple's devices as simpler and easier. The long lead times for updates on Android handsets are (for most) an unnecessary complication and (for everyone) an increasingly significant security risk which must be addressed.
anonymous 24 August, 2012 10:04
Dropped today! I got mine! (Unbranded UK HTC One X)
anonymous 1 September, 2012 10:01
Sense 4.1 has really improved the phone, it feels faster and battery life is better so I'm happy with it the way it is. I hear Jelly Bean is really good so that would be nice.
anonymous 6 September, 2012 22:17
My one x is much smoother since the sense update. Scrolling is particularly smooth. Browsing is also smoother. The screens now grey out as you switch them and there is no judder what so ever. It is now smoother than my daughter's s3! I'm expecting jelly bean to make it even better hopefully it will come along soon
anonymous 4 December, 2012 16:31
Just called HTC UK customer support (4th December) and asked when we can expect relase of Jelly bean. They said that that w ecan can expect it in weeks rather than days. I then challenged them about the HTC website saying all phones should recieve the upate within 45 days of initial release (30th October) and the agent said assured me that we WOULD definately recieve the update before that time elapses.
So... still having to keep waiting