EVO 4G to get a software update on June 28th?

By on Jun 24, 2010 at 11:43 AM
Exclusive June 24, 2010

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We’ve not yet independently confirmed this, but one of our Sprint connects just dropped us a line to let us know that Sprint is gearing up to push out a maintenance update for the HTC EVO 4G. Said to be targeted for June 28th, the fix is said to address three things:

  • Improvements to Wi-Fi performance
  • Exchange Active Sync improvements which include a fix to issue including new account set up, PIN policy usage, and Exchange Server 2010 Calendar Sync
  • Addresses Social Networking Sync issue with Facebook application which can improve battery performance

Thanks, S.!

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  • xxx

    Hmm.. I’m hoping to see more focus on battery life. It’s not terrible, but could be better.

  • Derek

    what about the Incredible?

  • Hollaman

    FRO YO

  • Kevin

    Wish the address book would stop giving me the option to land-lines. Not sure that this is EVO or Anrdoid’s doing though.

  • Kevin

    Sorry, that last post should say that the address should “…stop giving me the option to SMS land-line numbers…”.

    There seems to be no way to filter this info out? Any one have any ideas?

    • ginny

      Not sure how the EVO would know that its a land line number especially since porting was made available there is no distinction. Maybe if there were a way to flag the number so it wouldn’t show up in the list? You can SMS a land line it just sounds like a robot talking on the other end…

      • Doofus

        Uh, when I set up the contact I say whether it’s a home, mobile or business line. It should only give me the option to SMS a mobile line.

  • Drew

    You EVO guys might get it use your phone now without caring around car battery to charge it every 20 minutes!

    • General Zod

      HUH???

    • seven5suited

      That’s no car battery, that’s your mom.

    • http://www.facebook.com/Drummer85 Creamy Tuna Casserole

      When are you going to get used to proper grammar?

  • Get Android Enjoy Freedom

    It is good to hear that HTC is listening to its customers, few things left to fix, the fps is one, launch Froyo.

  • dilip

    We need Android 2.2….

  • http://www.barrettgarese.com Barrett Garese

    Any chance that there’ a firmware fix that could solve the tremendous battery drain when using 4G or is that just a byproduct of the chipset used? I can’t believe how awful the implementation of this flagship feature has been.

    • jerbear

      Wimax drains battery. It’s just how it is. So does EVDO. So does Wifi. So does Bluetooth. Manage the capabilities of your phone in such a way as you balance battery use with performance…just like you would for a laptop or any other battery-dependent device.

  • Kyle

    What about a fix for the 30 fps issue?

    • Matt

      what 30fps issue?

      [sarcasm]Havent you heard that is by design and a hardware limitation according to HTC.
      [/sarcasm]

      Lets limit our flag ship phone so older phones perform better..excellent!

      • 33

        stupid vomments from dumb people..gea a beeper

      • Samantha

        The great and talented people at xda-developers are working on fix for this as we type….

    • MN

      30 fps issue has been fixed thanks to XDA-Developers.

      http://www.droiddog.com/android-blog/2010/06/evos-frame-rate-woes-remedied/

      • Matt

        thats only for epson screens not the novak which most people have. instead of copy/pasting from some web site do some real research so you know what you’re talking about.

  • Matt

    That should be right about the time I return mine!

    • The Pear

      Make sure you order your iphone soon so that you can pick it up on July 14th.

      • Matt

        No it will be a Droid or Galaxy.. I won’t be joining you igayphone users sorry.

      • The Pear

        I’m enjoying my Evo phuckface. :)

      • Matt

        With all the input lag I’m surprised you didn’t just give up before posting here :)

  • Society

    @Matt Good for you

  • Get Android Enjoy Freedom

    Even iPhone is not without problems, bottom line there is no perfect phone. Just enjoy what you have.
    I am sure all issues will be solved.

    • Celz

      Really if you think your phone is perfect pinch yourself.. Your either dreamin or dead

  • wang

    @ kevin ..that is not an issue or problem. If you are new 2 Sprint. Included in your unlimited messaging plan is the ability 2 send text 2 landlines. Sprints network actually calls landline and user on the other end gets greeted by automated voice system that reads your message, they can even reply to your message.

    • Andy S

      That’s cool to know. I’ve had Sprint for 6 years and had never tried that.

      Not sure I’d ever use it, but still cool…

    • Mitch Cumstein

      Holy crap! I can’t believe I never knew that after nearly a decade on Sprint! You learn something new every day. Thanks.

  • Get Android Enjoy Freedom

    Yeh i just found last week, my wife text by mistake her cousin and didnt see she txt her home line, cousin got a voice saying the txt mess.

  • Sal

    Phone already works beautifully for me without any issues.

    • sprint4life

      Same here. Anything you don’t like just look for an add-on in the Android market.

  • wtr1906

    I hope its 2.2! My battery life is actually pretty normal. I can get thru the day on 1 charge and that’s with some talk, lots of text, and lots of web surfing on 3G

  • Frank

    The only thing it will fix for sure is being able to use the WiFi hot spot for free with WIMAX.

  • wtr1906

    EDIT: I guess I should have read the article first SMH

  • AJ

    I have been getting a full day(24 hrs) on a single charge for my Evo the last two days. This is witth normal use. I mostly use Wifi while at work, I make a few phone calls and have been using qik and the fm radio. My battery drains when I use bluetooth gps and the camera alot.. Which is normal for any phone, I mostly turn them off unless I need to use them.

  • Steve

    Anyone have an issue with the Android market app crashing after installing this update?

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