Hello everyone , new here!
I've been struggling between official unlocked or verizon one, finally got a pretty good deal from craigslist and I'am so happy with my m8, except the Verizon logo on the back
I have seen the update diagram from HTC official site and carriers are almost always slower than official firmware update...
So I just wonder is there anyway to allow my Verizon One update directly from HTC, not Verizon.
Thank you guys!
HTC will be back!
I think as long as your phone is a Verizon phone or any other carrier for that matter you will always need to receive the update from the carrier. Unless you get a GPE or from HTC. I could be wrong, but this is what I understand from reading the forums and stuff.
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What the Stig said.
Only dev phones and GPE phones get updates direct from HTC.
Unfortunately, those are GSM only phones.
On Verizon, you can only get official updates from Verizon.
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I moved your thread to Q&A all questions should be posted in Q&A
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So, I've been running 4.03 with the UCKF1 radio since December, but I'm really wanting a stock update from Google. Why haven't they released anything for the 9020a at all? It's just a different radio from the 9020T and now the 9020T has seen 2 ICS revisions, while if I chose to only use the official OTA process, I'd still be on GB. Is Google finally going to release something for the 9020a now?
I don't believe anyone here can answer you with 100% certainty.
I still believe however that if we didn't see a release, there's a reason. But people aren't too good at the waiting game.
I'm starting to think 9020A may not be a nexus.
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I am pretty sure you won't see a difference. Might as well stick with what you have. Also 4.0.4 is out too
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Waiting for 4.0.4 for my nexus s...
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i don't undestand why manufacturers hates "a" versions, already happened to me with a Sony E. X10 "A" version, never was updated correctly.
well it just a matter to wait and see....
According to JBQ, Google is waiting for Operator Approval. Same thing with Sprint...
fdlm82 said:
i don't undestand why manufacturers hates "a" versions, already happened to me with a Sony E. X10 "A" version, never was updated correctly.
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Google is waiting for AT&T's approval before the i9020a release. At least that is what JBQ from Google implied today.
bozzykid said:
Google is waiting for AT&T's approval before the i9020a release. At least that is what JBQ from Google implied today.
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Probably waiting for a new CarrierIQ binary
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Probably waiting for a new CarrierIQ binary
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AT&T doesn't have anything to do with the software. They are just sent the ROMs for testing. Unless you are implying Google is adding it to Nexus devices?
d-h said:
Probably waiting for a new CarrierIQ binary
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At times like this I really do hate the North American carriers. I was pretty misinformed up to this point as to the nature of android updates on the nexus phones. I was always under this blissfully ignorant impression that it was fully under google's control to push updates at their sole discretion. Sort of like the advertising led me to believe.
So now that false belief has become painfully apparent to me, replaced with the knowledge that the carriers still have the ultimate say.
I doubt very much now that this update will be seen any time soon OTA in Canada if Telus has any say in the matter. Hopefully AT&T will authorize it soon so we can at least get a factory image we can flash ourselves.
Yes this wait is hella annoying especilly since i've been forced to use i9020t as base for mine but for those who are adventurous you can download the factory image for the i9020t from https://dl.google.com/dl/android/aosp/soju-imm76d-factory-ca4ae9ee.tgz and slectively flash boot.img and system.img.
You just need to unlock bootloader (backup first it wipes device) download the archive, extract the boot.img and system.img and flash them.
The commands are:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash system system.img
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Probably waiting for a new CarrierIQ binary
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Can't tell if trolling or not.....
What else is there that would require carrier approval?
Then again, perhaps the carriers selling the 9020A have been diligently testing a new radio file over the last three and a half months.
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They need to test a new radio because the at&t radios are slow on 3g. I have to use the older kb3 radio just to get barely usable 3g speed
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I made an XDA account just to comment on this issue.
When I bought my i9020a Nexus S from AT&T, I was under the impression that the only difference between this and the T-Mobile model was the radio/antenna. I was also under the impression that updates would be carrier-agnostic, since it is a Nexus device after all.
So why the hell does T-Mobile always get the updates instantly, seemingly not having to wait for approval? T-Mobile is a carrier just like AT&T, but it seems like T-Mobile users don't have to wait for carrier approval like we do on AT&T.
What is there to approve? Is approval from AT&T really necessary for changing the radio file?
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I made an XDA account just to comment on this issue.
When I bought my i9020a Nexus S from AT&T, I was under the impression that the only difference between this and the T-Mobile model was the radio/antenna. I was also under the impression that updates would be carrier-agnostic, since it is a Nexus device after all.
So why the hell does T-Mobile always get the updates instantly, seemingly not having to wait for approval? T-Mobile is a carrier just like AT&T, but it seems like T-Mobile users don't have to wait for carrier approval like we do on AT&T.
What is there to approve? Is approval from AT&T really necessary for changing the radio file?
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You'll excuse carriers for not wanting to cripple their networks because some radios might be misbehaving...
Seriously, I don't get it. Why so impatient? Is anyone in a life or death situation regarding the ICS release?
Not too long ago, everyone found GB to be nice and dandy, now everyone wants to flee from it like the plague. The update will come in due time, and I for one largely prefer a polished version rather than one with issues.
So far the ICS release has seen enough bugs, some that even warranted a pull on the plug. I don't feel the rush to upgrade to something that won't work right...
My 2 cents
So all of us using a 9020a on a carrier other that AT&T are at the mercy of AT&T when it comes to updates on our Nexus phones? That wasn't what I signed up for when I chose a Google branded device on my Canadian carrier...
polobunny said:
Seriously, I don't get it. Why so impatient? Is anyone in a life or death situation regarding the ICS release?
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I don't think there would be as much outrage if ICS hadn't been released for any version of the Nexus S yet.
It's not that people are upset that they don't have ICS; they're upset because some versions of the Nexus S have gotten updates while theirs have not.
Google promoted the Nexus line of phones as getting updates "as soon as they are available," because the updates are independent of the carriers, since they're supposed to come directly from Google. People were sold on the promise that there wouldn't be several months of delays between new Android versions and Nexus phone updates because it was a "pure Google" phone.
The news that apparently the carriers need to "approve" Nexus builds before Google pushes them out flies in the face of what Google told people they were getting.
The T-Mobile Nexus S now has 4.0.4, and my AT&T Nexus S doesn't even have 2.3.6 yet. So much for always having the latest available version.
That's why people are upset.
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So all of us using a 9020a on a carrier other that AT&T are at the mercy of AT&T when it comes to updates on our Nexus phones? That wasn't what I signed up for when I chose a Google branded device on my Canadian carrier...
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The delay is probably not just AT&T. Canadian carriers are known for taking longer to test updates than even AT&T. Who exactly Google is waiting on right now is not exactly clear.
Hi Guys,
I tried searching the web for this but just couldn't find a concrete answer.
Do carrier related phones still depend on the carrier for OTA updates when unlocked or they receive timely updates directly from the manufacturer?
I am buying an Unlocked T mobile One S here in India obviously because of the superior S4 processor. I read in the forums that the T Mobile Jelly Bean update really messes up the battery life. Hence I was wondering if even I would have the same problem.
So my question is, will my phone in India also get the T Mobile update or the HTC one. Also in the future, would it be receiving all OTA updates from HTC?
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KRN03 said:
Hi Guys,
I tried searching the web for this but just couldn't find a concrete answer.
Do carrier related phones still depend on the carrier for OTA updates when unlocked or they receive timely updates directly from the manufacturer?
I am buying an Unlocked T mobile One S here in India obviously because of the superior S4 processor. I read in the forums that the T Mobile Jelly Bean update really messes up the battery life. Hence I was wondering if even I would have the same problem.
So my question is, will my phone in India also get the T Mobile update or the HTC one. Also in the future, would it be receiving all OTA updates from HTC?
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T-Mobile does not send the file themselves. Your CID, which is probably T-MOB010, is used to decide whether to give you world-wide, unbranded updates or something else. Yours will get the update from T-Mobile, but it will be released from HTC's servers
If you mean a SIM unlocked T-Mobile HTC One S, then yes, it will still receive OTA updates. Mine is SIM unlocked and still got the JB update.
Yes, would the unlocked T Mobile HTC one S have to wait for T Mobile JB update as per United States or since I am using it on Vodafone and in India, it would get the JB update as and when any other HTC One S in India gets it?
Glad if you could help.
Thanks.
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Yes, would the unlocked T Mobile HTC one S have to wait for T ......
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Yes you have to wait as T-Mobile modify ota update and test again over there network then release it
It lags 2-3 months
I purchased my s4 HTC One S black
2 month ago from USA but not T-Mobile version it is factory unlocked European version
My opinion try more & you will find same as mine don't buy T-Mobile version when you update them they can be lock again 3g net frequency problem also there
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I have an HTC One m8 verizon but I'm currently using it overseas in a gsm/global area. Since the verizon software update section says that I can only update using cdma, I can't update the phone at all.
What are my options in order to update the firmware?
And if there is no way, what are my options to at least keep up with the newer android firmware? Sorry if this is a common question but I've just jumped onto android from an iphone 4s and everything is still alien to me.
I read somewhere saying that Samsung is rolling out Lollipop to all LTE models in the USA. My question is, will this update roll out work like it does for phones....meaning will this update have to go to the carrier first and then to the users? I hate to lose root, but I'm really hoping the update will improve performance. I bought the note pro the day it hit the stores and I am in bad need of better performance.
Please chime in on what you know about this update.
Thanks in advance.
chrispyutec said:
I read somewhere saying that Samsung is rolling out Lollipop to all LTE models in the USA. My question is, will this update roll out work like it does for phones....meaning will this update have to go to the carrier first and then to the users? I hate to lose root, but I'm really hoping the update will improve performance. I bought the note pro the day it hit the stores and I am in bad need of better performance.
Please chime in on what you know about this update.
Thanks in advance.
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I guess I'm the only one who has an AT&T LTE version of the note pro. I guess the MOD can go ahead and remove this post being that it appears to be a space waster.
Thanks
You're not the only one with the device. Other than iPhones, I believe AT&T always gets the updates from the manufacturers and then adds their bloat before releasing via OTA.
I've got one and have been waiting too, don't know what's going to happen to root. Adding more apps into multi screen is really all i need root for anymore. I used to use it for controllers for games, but haven't used that in awhile.
It sucks being an AT&T kid huh? boooo, we get no love, lol Damn you AT&T!!!!!!
AT&T fail - January 2016 and still no update
If AT&T can't update in a timely manor, they need to stop selling devices.
I'm never buying from AT&T again.
Once Google fiber rolls to Atlanta, I'll be 100% free from the clutches of AT&T.
If they are not selling to you, they are selling you.
I bet the NSA is AT&Ts only repeat customer.
AT&T pushed the Lollipop update quite awhile ago.
So the last time I saw, HTC had a U11 version for Sprint, and an unlocked version that was supposed to work on all Networks. I purchased the unlocked version, had a ton of problems with it that I discussed online here, and ultimately returned it due to an issue with MMS messaging.
Now I see a U11 Verizon version at HTC's website, but I don't see a U11 on Verizon's website. Anyone know what the differences/features are with this Verizon version?
Thanks,
David
The Verizon version is the same as the unlocked version. The only difference is the Sprint version
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When I purchased my U11 (which I returned as well) I saw a "verizon" version. I did some digging, AND spoke to someone from HTC. Found out it was identical as the unlocked version.
In fact, the reason I had that concern was there was a Verizon 64gb model, but ONLY an unlocked 128gb. That was end of August, but I haven't heard any updates concerning Verizon and HTC.
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Thanks all,
I remember seeing the Verizon logo on the HTC website back when it was 1st released, but not a logo with a clickable link. So the only difference is they added links for the other top carriers... That's to bad, I had hopped they "fixed" their differences with Verizon.
I have a chat window going with HTC right now, they're saying there are changes. I'm waiting to see if they provide details.
David
DavidJ726 said:
Thanks all,
I remember seeing the Verizon logo on the HTC website back when it was 1st released, but not a logo with a clickable link. So the only difference is they added links for the other top carriers... That's to bad, I had hopped they "fixed" their differences with Verizon.
I have a chat window going with HTC right now, they're saying there are changes. I'm waiting to see if they provide details.
David
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The people in chat will tell you what you want to hear, can't believe what they say.
LibertyMonger said:
The people in chat will tell you what you want to hear, can't believe what they say.
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Here's what they said...
You: Hi, I see there's a Verizon version listed on the website for the U11. When the U11 was 1st released, there wasn't a Verizon version listed. What's the difference now?
Alejandro C.: Hello, my name is Alejandro, thank you for contacting HTC. I will be more than glad to assist you today.
Alejandro C.: How are you today, David?
You: Hi, doing good thank you.
Alejandro C.: Great, you are welcome! So, David, the difference is that when the phone was first realized the Verizon version wasn't ready to be realized jet, now after a few months it was ready and that's why now it is for sale.
You: Can you clarify what has changed? I had several issues with an unlocked U11 and I ultimately had to return it due to some incompatibility issues. It's be nice to know what was "changed".
Alejandro C.: I don't have specific information about that, David, but this time it must work fine with Verizon because this version was done to be used with Verizon, so you won't have compatibility issues for sure.
You: Thanks for the response. I've been a HTC fan/user for many years, and was extremely impressed with the U11, but the last experience has made me very nervous about trying it again.
You: Have a great weekend.
Alejandro C.: I really would like to, David, but that's info that we don't have, the only think that we know is that phones work perfect with the carrier, and also let me thank you for being a loyal customer sincerely that's something that we really appreciate.:F
Alejandro C.: For sure, try again, it will be a great experience!
Alejandro C.: You too have a wonderful weekend, take care!
DavidJ726 said:
So the last time I saw, HTC had a U11 version for Sprint, and an unlocked version that was supposed to work on all Networks. I purchased the unlocked version, had a ton of problems with it that I discussed online here, and ultimately returned it due to an issue with MMS messaging.
Now I see a U11 Verizon version at HTC's website, but I don't see a U11 on Verizon's website. Anyone know what the differences/features are with this Verizon version?
Thanks,
David
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Have read in several places that buying the "Verizon" designated model from HTC means that your purchased phone's IMEI has been provided to Verizon. As long as your sim is provisioned correctly with Advanced Calling activated, such as previously activated in a HTC 10 or other very new Android phone before the U11, the U11 should activate without having to speak to Tech Support.