Software Update Weekly Wrap – 6th December 2012

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Posted by Kieran McIlwain on Thursday, December 6, 2012

Brand Content Manager, Vodafone Australia

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Software Update Weekly Wrap – 6th December 2012

When will Jelly Bean be available for my phone?

We’re excited at the release of the latest version of Android and would be delighted to see this update roll out to our customers.

In addition to the upgrades for the Nexus S and Samsung GALAXY S III, at this stage the only other confirmations we have received from local vendors regarding Jelly Bean are for the GALAXY Nexus, GALAXY S II, GALAXY Note, GALAXY Tab 2 10.1 and the HTC One X.

We do not have any further information regarding local availability or eligibility of upgrades to any other existing devices.

As more confirmations are received from local manufacturers, they will be added to the Weekly Wraps so be sure to check back each Thursday for the latest news.

What you need to know about our Weekly Wraps

We rely on our manufacturing partners to develop software updates prior to submission to us for testing and certification.

This Weekly Wrap contains any and all information on software updates that manufacturers are working on submitting to us for testing, or are already in our labs.

Although you may hear news about updates from around the web and overseas, please be aware that local delivery timelines can differ. This is due to local hardware variants and Australian regulatory requirements.

If the update you’re looking for isn’t included below, it means the manufacturer has not made any indication to us regarding their local plans for Australian release.

What’s in the labs?

Devices which are listed in bold type indicate a change from last week:

Manufacturer	Model	Current	Future	Status
Samsung	GALAXY Tab 2 10.1	4.0.4 Maintenance Release	Android 4.1 Jelly Bean	First round testing complete, awaiting submission of second round software.
	GALAXY Note	4.0.4	Android 4.1 Jelly Bean	First round testing complete, awaiting submission of second round software.
	GALAXY S II (Vodafone and 3 Variants)	4.0.3	Android 4.1 Jelly Bean	First round testing complete, awaiting submission of second round software.
	GALAXY S III	4.1.1	TBA	Roll out started, currently on hold. For more info please see this blog post.
	GALAXY Nexus	4.0.4	4.1.2	Currently in testing. For more news please see this blog post.
Sony	Xperia sola	4.0.4	4.0.4 Maintenance Release	Final OTA testing underway.
Sony	Xperia S	4.0.4	4.0.4 Maintenance Release	Final OTA testing underway.
HTC	One X	4.0.4	4.1.1	HTC have requested a third round of testing. Currently awaiting submission of third round software.
	Sensation	4.0.3 Maintenance Release	TBA	This update is now available. For more information, please see this blog post.
	Sensation XE	4.0.3 Maintenance Release	TBA	This update is now available. For more information, please see this blog post.
RIM	BlackBerry Bold 9900	OS 7.1 bundle 1149	OS 7.1 Maintenance Release	Testing complete, review underway.
RIM	BlackBerry Curve 9360	OS 7.1 bundle 1647	OS 7.1 bundle 2039	Testing complete, review underway.
Huawei	Ascend G300	2.3.6	Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich	Approved by Vodafone, awaiting release by Huawei.
Nokia	N8 (Vodafone Variant)	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Final OTA testing underway.
	N8 (3 Variant)	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Approved, awaiting roll out by Nokia.
	C7 (Vodafone Variant)	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Final OTA testing underway.
	C7 (3 Variant)	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Approved, awaiting roll out by Nokia.
	E6	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Final OTA testing underway.
	E7	Nokia Belle	Nokia Belle Refresh	Final OTA testing underway.

Historical Information

BlackBerry OS

Manufacturer	Model	Current	Future	Status
RIM	BlackBerry Storm 9500	v5.0.0.742	TBA	This important update is now available; please see our blog post for further information.
	BlackBerry Pearl 9100	OS 6.0 bundle 3050	TBA	This update is now available; please see our blog post for further information.
	BlackBerry 9300, 9700, 9780, 9800	OS 6.0 bundle 3049	TBA	These updates are now available; please see our blog post for further information.

Windows Phone

Manufacturer	Model	Current	Future	Status
Nokia	Lumia 800	Windows Phone 7.5 (MCR3)	TBA	This update is now available; please see our blog post for further information.
HTC	7 Trophy	Windows Phone 7.5 (MCR2)	Windows Phone 7.5 (MCR3)	Roll out of this update has been cancelled. Please see our blog post for further information.

MeeGo

Manufacturer	Model	Current	Future	Status
Nokia	N9	MeeGo PR1.3	TBA	This update is now available; please see our blog post for further information.

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93 Responses to “ Software Update Weekly Wrap – 6th December 2012 ”

allan says:

Wow, I’m disappointed that the one x has gone into a third round of testing. I mean its been quite a while since the announcement for jellybean on the one x was done. Should we be expecting this update around Christmas? And Kieran, when did HTC say they wanted to do a third round of testing? Could you give me that date or is it confidential?
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 10:51 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi allan, it was within the last few days. If the updated build is released to us for testing within a week we should have it ready for Christmas.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:28 am
  - manik says:
    
    hi kieran
    good to hear that jelly bean was last week and disapper and you are giving us sympathy wait wait wait. you are saying it will be available from chirstmas .you didnt mention which year chrismas. I hope we will get 2013 christmas…that time we will get 6.0.1 version. do you thing its worth? it would be nice if we get 2012 chirstmas.
    thanks
    Reply
    Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:34 pm
AusDingo says:

Oh ;(
Been so exited that i though JB was coming to Xperia S. Its just a maintenance upgrade.
Can you please note the improvements made?
I was really looking forward to getting Google Go on my handset.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 10:54 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi AusDingo, it’s just a minor maintenance release. There won’t be any immediate changes to your day to day experience.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:27 am
will says:

GNex in testing!
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:17 am
Jemon says:

wow!really? 3rd testing for one x? Is this really what you are doing there at Vodafone or you’re just patterning everything to Samsung s3 just to conceal the fact that you’re too slow to get things done? Unbelievable…no wonder why they dubbed you vodafail
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:20 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Jemon, I think that’s a bit of an unfair assessment especially given the circumstances.
  
  HTC who built your One X, who developed the software for your One X, and who code any updates for your One X have requested additional rounds of testing. We were ready to grant approval to the update after the first round.
  
  There’s no mimicking of the GALAXY S III testing schedule and definitely no concealment taking place. Surely providing transparent, weekly updates on the status of the software for your phone is the direct opposite of concealing things?
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:27 am
Dean says:

Before everyone starts complaining that the Galaxy Nexus should be getting the 4.2 update instead of the 4.1 one, the 4.2 update is very buggy and I’d advise everyone to wait until Google irons out all the kinks…
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:25 am
- tyn says:
  
  Hi Dean,
  
  Thats the advantage of waiting few months once the update has been delivered by google… Google has already release 4.2.1 and fixed most of the issue if not all…
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:17 pm
  - My GN flies on Stock 4.2.1 says:
    
    I agree with Tyn.
    
    And Dean, Mate, Even if Google irons out the issues with 4.2.1, Samsung and Vodafone Australia will still take 5 – 6 months to provide it to you from that point (if you’re lucky). BY then the GN will be 2 years old and not worth upgrading to 4.2.whatever.
    
    I’d suggest you flash your GN with the stock Rom available from Google, and all will be well.
    Reply
    Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:35 pm
    - Dean says:
      
      @Tyn & other dude.
      
      I am on 4.2. The 4.2.1 update pretty much only fixed the “missing December” issue.
      As for all the problems. My battery doesn’t last as long. Phone isn’t as fast any more. Phone reboots randomly all the time. Camera app has actually removed features (photo sphere is amazing though) and doesn’t perform as well.
      
      I’d much prefer being on 4.1 right now.
      Reply
      Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:54 pm
      - Dean says:
        
        Oh and this issue.
        
        http://code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=40203
        
        Its as though Google themselves didn’t even test the update. -_-
        
        Friday, December 7, 2012 at 12:01 am
Squabbi Kong says:

Waiting for the HTC One X update is retarded, why would you want to wait for ages? It better be here by Christmas . I do realise it no Vodafones fault but HTC is either stupid or very Paranoid.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:31 am
Alastair says:

Hi keiran, was just wondering how long Final OTA testing generally takes.

Also, any word on JB for Xperia S? Looking forward to that and iI have to wait on official updates, as despite Sony’s promise of supporting the rooting of an Xperia S, mine is locked (followed the instructions)
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:32 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Alastair, when we test updates we always do a full reflash of the handset to each build we test. Final OTA testing is the last step in the process, where we roll back a device to the production software (that’s the version you’re using) and ask the supplier to then push the new build over the air.
  
  Once it’s done there’s a quick “sanity check” to ensure that everything works as it should after the OTA upgrade. So, the physical testing process only takes a day or two but actually getting the OTA servers set up to push to a handful of devices can take a few days at the supplier’s end.
  
  In short, though, it a bit like asking how long is a piece of string? As with anything to do with testing there are lots of moving parts and it’s hard to give a definitive answer. I hope that in place of that, the additional insight will suffice.
  
  As for Jelly Bean? No word from Sony I’m sorry! As soon as there’s anything confirmed though I’ll let you know.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:39 am
  - Alastair says:
    
    Thanks for the detailed information
    Reply
    Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 10:45 am
sergiio says:

This is a scam. Vodafone cover their back saying that htc requests another test round, but they have got no idea about creating android updates. Repeat, THIS IS A SCAM.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:52 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi sergiio, you’re absolutely right! We have no idea about creating Android updates and we don’t even begin to try. The simple truth is that all of our software updates (Android, Windows Phone, Symbian, iOS) are created by the manufacturer of the phone. We’ve never coded a software update before and we don’t plant to start soon.
  
  Scam? No. Delay? Yes. Slightly frustrating? Almost certainly. But, I’m confident HTC do know what they’re doing when it comes to creating Android updates so if they tell us the update’s not ready yet I’m going to take their word on it.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 11:56 am
sergiio says:

Hi Kieran. I’ve got a question about all you said.

The updates are done by HTC, but apps like Joyn, included in the last update, are done by the carrier (in this case Vodafone). Is this the problem why Vodafone delays? I think that it is the really problem.

Excuse me for speaking in this tone, it’s not your fault.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:24 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi sergiio, I’ve just had a quick check of your IP and I can see you’ve reached us from Spain. Hello!
  
  The carrier customisation here in Australia is different from the one over there (as an example we don’t include Joyn on our phones). However, the process is still the same – any additional apps are included by the manufacturer at the request of the carrier. Vodafone still don’t physically add anything ourselves.
  
  For more info on how software makes its way to your phone, have a read of the Android Software Journey.
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  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:36 pm
Chris says:

Hi Kieran,
If I was to buy a Lumia 920 from Telstra outright would it work on the 4G Vodafone network? I know “We recommend each phone gets test on our network blah, blah.” But generally speaking would there be a problem.
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:37 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Chris, we currently operate a DC-HSPA+ network on 850MHz, 2100Mhz and 900MHz. Our LTE network will operate on the 1800MHz frequency. As the Lumia 920 supports these frequencies and technologies, there should be no problem. You will need to change your settings, but in principal the support is there.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:39 pm
  - Chris says:
    
    Great answer. Thanks.
    Reply
    Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:43 pm
    - Bij says:
      
      But the software updates would be courtesy of Telstra ?
      Reply
      Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 5:22 pm
Andrew says:

Hi, Just wondering if we have any information on the release of Android 4.1/4.2 Jelly Bean for the HTC EVO 3D? Thanks )
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:38 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Andrew, HTC have advised publicly that your handset will be remaining on Android 4.0.3 with Sense 3.6. You will continue to receive periodic maintenance releases to address bugs, stability and security issues.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:42 pm
  - Andrew says:
    
    Well that isn’t nice. Looks like I will have to fork out and buy a new handset (
    Reply
    Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:18 pm
  - Iain says:
    
    Hi Kieran, could you possibly post a link to where this statement from HTC is.. because i have been looking every where and have been unable to find any mention of the EVO 3D definitely not getting JB. Not saying i don’t believe you but i just wanna see what HTC have to say about it.
    Reply
    Friday, December 7, 2012 at 12:55 pm
    - Kieran McIlwain says:
      
      Hi Iain, when the devices were upgraded to Ice Cream Sandwich they were given a more cut-down and less memory-intensive version of Sense at version 3.6 rather than v4.0 on the newer devices such as the One X. It is therefore unlikely that they will be able to be upgraded to the newer HTC Sense 4+ included with Jelly bean updates.
      
      Unfortunately the page on HTC’s website appears to be offline right now, but I’d suggest bookmarking it and coming back at a later stage.
      Reply
      Friday, December 7, 2012 at 1:10 pm
surya says:

I have been speculating since u people posted HTC submitting 4.1 update for one x. I noticed that after the completion of first round u took one whole week to review the test results n from the last week again u guys took a whole week to say that need another round of testing . How silly, blaming HTC for the cause
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:48 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi surya, you’re right that the changes in status line up on a weekly schedule but there’s a simple explanation. I post updates each week, which let you know any status changes that took place in the last 7 days. The changes in status might take place after a day or two, but they are accurate at the time of posting.
  
  Also, I’m certainly not blaming HTC for the delays – simply letting everybody know that they made a specific decision not to release the earlier builds. As I mentioned in an earlier reply, I’m confident HTC know what they’re doing when it comes to creating Android updates. So if they tell us the update’s not ready yet I’m going to take their word on it.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 12:55 pm
Ben says:

How do I report some really obvious, basic problems with the Galaxy S2 firmware (and which have persisted for multiple versions) so that Samsung and Vodafone can ensure they’re fixed in the upcoming release?
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:03 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Ben, as Samsung develop the firmware for your GALAXY S II they would be the best people to get in touch with. If you have any problems with your Vodafone service, we’d be more than happy to help you out in the Community.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:06 pm
  - Ben says:
    
    Thanks, Kieran,
    
    I’ve logged a call with Samsung. Hopefully they can correct these issues.
    Reply
    Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 2:54 pm
Gijohn says:

Hi Kieran,
Do you know when the roll out of 4.1.1 for SG3 is going to be restarted?
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:24 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Gijohn, as is listed in the table for more information please see this blog post.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:40 pm
david says:

Any updates for when ics for the g300 will be out?
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:27 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi david, Huawei haven’t advised their release schedule at this stage. If I had news to share, I’d have included it in the post for you.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 1:40 pm
Jemon says:

Yeah but isn’t it that the official roll out of the update will depend on the carriers? I’ve read that in an article. How the hell did India Europe Asia etc received the update already? I mean what’s the difference between the one x that a guy in india owns and the one x that a Vodafone customer owns? And what happen after 3rd round? Fourth round? Fifth round? Is this up to 12 rounds? Explain please, let’s see how good of a customer server you are
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:24 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Jemon, you can read more about the process a software update undergoes as it makes its way to your phone in the Android Software Journey. It’s a great read that helps explain some of the more technical points in more detail.
  
  We do test and approve updates before they’re rolled out to our customers, but the physical roll is done by the manufacturer (in this case HTC). If HTC tell us that the update we’ve approved isn’t going to be rolled out there’s little that Vodafone can do to change that. In each case we’ve been satisfied with the update initially submitted to us, however HTC advised that they had an additional update for us to test.
  
  As they’re the experts when it comes to the software they’ve developed for their products, I’m going to trust their judgement and recognise that there’s a good reason why they’re taking the time to build a new software update for us.
  
  So what’s the difference between your One X and a One X used in India? For a start the software is customised for Australian laws, regulations and specifically for Vodafone’s network. Each country’s regulations around how telecommunications devices need to operate are subtly but significantly different and the different builds of software need to account for that.
  
  A lot of this is covered off in more detail in the Android Software Journey, so have a read over it and let me know if you have any further questions. I’d be more than happy to answer them!
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:32 pm
- Gary says:
  
  It could be that USA, Europe, Asia and just about every place on earth is a more important market due do larger populations and higher sales volumes…. Right or wrong but if they have for example 3million phones in the UK and 900k in Australia i know which market i would serve first….
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:04 pm
Jemon says:

I’m sorry if I’m bombarding you with lots of questions, I’ve been quiet since you told us the news that one x is undergoing its FIRST testing. Now I need to voice out my opinion, I’m your customer and think I have the right to ask or say what I need to say with respect to your products
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:29 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Jemon, of course you have a right to ask what you’d like and say what you’d want. I’m here to help you understand a complicated process better, so ask away. Just so you know, I’ve responded to your earlier comment here.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:08 pm
BenK says:

Any chance of getting what build numberthe software will be for xperia s? (e.g. settings->about phone, build number -> 6.1.a.2.45 / 6.1.a.2.55 ?)
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 2:31 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi BenK, once the software is approved I’ll have more granular detail on the update.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Gary says:

Hi Kieran,
Any news on that version number for the Galaxy s 2? Or are we stuck with the 4.1 general for now?
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:05 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Gary, once the software is approved I’ll have more granular detail on the update.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:07 pm
Jemon says:

OK fair enough, thank you very much keiran. I’m gonna shut my mouth for now until your next software news update. But if on the next update you’ll say this “HTC has requested 4th round of testing” trust me I’m gonna say filthy words again just to express my disappointment lol this whole software update waiting thing is destroying my Xmas season! =(
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:18 pm
Jemon says:

Last question,are you pausing all your activities for the Christmas holiday or do u still keep on working on the software test this Christmas? Maybe its a good idea to expect the update on January ey? Or not lol
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:24 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Jemon, our offices close down over the Christmas-New Years period but start up once again in the new year. We’re still a few weeks away from that yet, so let’s see what the coming weeks hold.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 3:35 pm
david says:

Why is the sky blue???
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Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 5:16 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi David, what a great question! It’s down to a phenomenon called Rayleigh scattering. Applies to a whole lot more than just the blue sky too. Neat, huh?
  Reply
  Thursday, December 6, 2012 at 5:29 pm
  - Simon says:
    
    Not sure, but I think it was rhetorical.
    Reply
    Friday, December 7, 2012 at 2:50 pm
    - Kieran McIlwain says:
      
      Hi Simon, I concede that it’s a possibility, but can we really take that risk?
      Reply
      Friday, December 7, 2012 at 3:12 pm
Allan says:

So basically what you’re saying is that if the software for the One X doesn’t get in by this week we basically have to wait until next year? I mean we’ve waited a while for the actual software since its announcement and we’ve waited since October (although I sympathise for the GNex users on Vodafone)but to have to wait till next year? I mean doesn’t that seem a bit unreasonable? The One X WAS a flagship phone (was flagship until the announcement of the One X+) and as a result I’d expect a pretty quick update from HTC.

And I also wanted to ask about the actual review and testing process. In testing, do they only give you one OS to test or do they give you a few and let you guys test each one individually to see which one works best? If it was ready to roll out (according to Vodafone) then what may have been the problem with rolling that version out (besides HTC saying that they didn’t want to roll that version out, not doubting HTC’s technical expertise at all)? And do you have it tested on multiple devices as well? I.e., Kieran may test it and then other employees with the same device test it at the same time. And when reviewing the software, why does it take so long? Is it going through the physical numbers from results or is it just general discussion in a meeting room?
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Friday, December 7, 2012 at 12:57 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Allan, the delivery schedule is entirely up to HTC. As clichéd as it may sound, Christmas IS coming and soon and I think everybody deserves a bit of a break over the holiday period. If they can deliver it soon then we might get it in before the break (and that’s what I’m hoping) but if HTC don’t deliver the update then there’s nothing for us to test, and that means there’s nothing for HTC to roll out.
  
  More specific information about the testing process can be found in Part 3 of the Android Software Journey. We’re only given a single build to test, but there may be multiple revisions (as there has been with the One X Update). These additional revisions may be at our request (we found something that didn’t work) or at the vendor’s request (they’ve made improvements and need us to test the new build).
  
  The device testing isn’t done by simply loading it up and “seeing how it feels”. It’s actually a scientific process performed by our testing engineers in a dedicated testing lab. They’ve got thousands of individual test cases to check against, and it’s a laborious and intensive process. The review that takes place is both a review of physical data and also discussion of the results in a round-table setting.
  
  Hope this gives you some more insight, if there’s any other questions you have I’d be happy to answer them.
  Reply
  Friday, December 7, 2012 at 1:06 pm
  - Allan says:
    
    Is there actually an aspect of testing which revolves around how the actual software feels? And yes, I do believe that everyone deserves a break over the holidays, I understand that from working three jobs. I also wanted to know what the One X update would come with (if possible). For example, is it bringing better battery life? Is it going to change a lot of the functionality of the phone and will it keep overheating like my phone does all the time? XD
    Reply
    Friday, December 7, 2012 at 2:20 pm
  - Allan says:
    
    sorry for the spam, but just wanted to know if you could answer my second question please….
    
    Thanks!!!
    Reply
    Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 9:22 pm
hasibul says:

Hey
Its been weeks and still wating for secind round submision for galaxy s2
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Friday, December 7, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Rahul says:

Hi,
I was curious if there was any news regarding updates for Galaxy Tab 10.1.. the one with tegra 2 I mean.
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Friday, December 7, 2012 at 8:53 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Rahul, not yet – once I hear anything it will be added to the Weekly Wraps ASAP. So, if the update you’re looking for isn’t included it means that we don’t have any information available.
  Reply
  Monday, December 10, 2012 at 9:32 am
Erfan says:

I asked this before and I got no reply so ill ask again. How Do I Roll Back My S3 To ICS 4.0.3 ?
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Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 3:20 pm
- Squabbi says:
  
  I doubt it, unless you’re rooted. If you are just flash an ICS rom onto the phone.
  Reply
  Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 5:34 pm
  - Erfan says:
    
    I’m not rooted. ever since I flashed jelly bean my phones become at least 3 times slower (no exaggerating). my keyboard takes about 6 seconds to show up and it keeps disappearing for no reason. when someone calls their number shows up then after 3 seconds changes to the saved name. when scrolling it is no where near smooth, keeps lagging and freezing. every app takes 3 times longer to launch. battery life less than halved, it drains before my eyes. ever since I flashed to jelly bean I have had to remove the back cover 4 times because it freezed and I couldn’t even restart the phone. overall, I’m definately not happy with Samsung. my previous phone, HTC Desire HD was alooot smoother and faster. I had the desire HD for two years and it never freezed or lagged. right now even the iPhone which I think of it as garbage, would be a better phone than this S3 in my opinion.
    I’ve posted this question 2 times and Kieran has successfully ignored me both times while replying to everyone else’s posts. thanks Kieran
    Reply
    Sunday, December 9, 2012 at 11:28 am
    - Kieran McIlwain says:
      
      Hi Erfan, I would recommend backing up your data with Samsung Kies and performing a factory reset.
      Reply
      Monday, December 10, 2012 at 9:37 am
      - Erfan says:
        
        Kieran, about performing factory reset, I know a lot about phones, meaning that’s already been done, did not make a difference.
        And I also already know that a roll back is not possible OTA or through kies. I was asking if there is a way for me to do it manually without messing with the warranty…
        
        Monday, December 10, 2012 at 11:11 am
      - Kieran McIlwain says:
        
        Hi Erfan, I’d recommend heading to your local Vodafone store for further assistance. They can forward your device to our Service Centre to have it assessed for warranty repair.
        
        Monday, December 10, 2012 at 11:23 am
      - Randy says:
        
        Does Samsung Kies support vanilla android devices, like the Galaxy Nexus?
        
        Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 6:01 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Erfan, firmware rollback is not supported via FOTA or Kies.
  Reply
  Monday, December 10, 2012 at 9:36 am
Billy says:

Are there any chance of jelly bean coming to HTC Sensation XE? If there aren’t any chances, I am afraid to say to HTC is only , good bye, for not releasing jelly bean to older devices like sensation xe.
Reply
Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 11:22 pm
Tom says:

So a Galaxy Nexus — the ‘developer phone’ that receives the latest software — owner can expect their phone to be updated to an already outdated push in a turbidly described timeframe.

Thanks for the super elucidating post, Vodafone PR.
Reply
Sunday, December 9, 2012 at 7:01 pm
Dean says:

@Erfan

So are you saying that you updated your phone OTA (through Samsung)? Or that you manually flashed the update on your phone yourself?
Reply
Monday, December 10, 2012 at 1:25 am
- Erfan says:
  
  Yes OTA through Samsung. But it was a mistake, I shouldn’t have got the update…
  Reply
  Monday, December 10, 2012 at 11:04 am
Dave says:

test
Reply
Monday, December 10, 2012 at 1:35 pm
Jack says:

Hi Kieran, hope you’ve been having a good week. Just wondering, do you have any updates regarding the jelly bean update for One X?
Thanks heaps!
Reply
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 4:37 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Jack, I’ll ensure everybody is updated with the latest news in tomorrow’s Weekly Wrap.
  Reply
  Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 9:47 am
  - Jack says:
    
    Ok thanks.
    Reply
    Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 3:28 pm
Ehsaan says:

Hi Kieran, any update on HTC ONE X roll out to Android 4.1?
Reply
Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 9:39 pm
Jemon says:

Hey keiran, can you answer the questions of ALLAN above cause those are the questions that im about to ask you. Cheers
Reply
Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 12:05 am
- Allan says:
  
  hahaha!!! that would be me
  Reply
  Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 9:15 pm
A. says:

G’day Keiran,

Thanks for your advice on an older thread. Even though I have asked you a question there, I thought it will be best to post it here on a current thread.

Thanks for your pointers to my previous questions. Given that creating a thread is the only way, I will ask it here itself.
If I bring my phone to Vodafone, will it be possible to restore the stock ICS ROM.
I downloaded the OTA but it wouldn’t apply. So I started following some threads on manually installing it. But now I have no ROM on my phone.

Your advice is greatly appreciated.

Cheers,
A
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 12:15 am
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi A., you’ll need to have the operating system reloaded onto your phone by a service centre. Based on your wording, it sounds like you didn’t purchase the phone from us so unfortunately our service centre won’t be able to assist. The best course of action here is to contact the manufacturer of your handset or the place of purchase to discuss your servicing options.
  Reply
  Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 9:06 am
  - A. says:
    
    G’day Kieran,
    
    That’s the funny thing. I purchased this phone from Vodafone last year on a 2-year contract.
    The phone was also sim-unlocked by Vodafone before I went overseas. Really appreciated that.
    
    Given this extra information, what are my options? Like you had suggested earlier, I have submitted an online request for repair. What should I do next? Will there be a cost to recover my phone?
    
    Your help and advice are deeply appreciated.
    
    Thanks mate.
    
    Cheers,
    A.
    Reply
    Friday, December 14, 2012 at 2:53 am
    - Kieran McIlwain says:
      
      Hi A., thanks for the extra info. If you’ve already submitted the online servicing request, the next step is to head to your nearest store and send it away for service. If there’s any cost involved they’ll let you know before carrying out the work.
      Reply
      Friday, December 14, 2012 at 4:37 pm
Shovon says:

Where is the wrap up for today?
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 11:33 am
Gambu03 says:

Hi Kieran,
Where is the weekly update for today?
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 12:56 pm
Omer says:

Hi Kieran
What time do you start work ? There is no reply from you for new weekly wrap
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 1:45 pm
Squabbi Kong says:

No weekly wrap? That sucks.
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 2:02 pm
Bill says:

No weekly update today? Christmas break early at Voda? or maybe staff xmas party today
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 3:47 pm
Allan says:

well, so much for weekly…. ==”
Reply
Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 4:02 pm
- Allan says:
  
  “Hi Jack, I’ll ensure everybody is updated with the latest news in tomorrow’s Weekly Wrap.”
  
  Wednesday, December 12, 2012 at 9:47 am
  
  Doesn’t that mean its meant to come out today?? ==”
  Reply
  Thursday, December 13, 2012 at 4:04 pm
- Kieran McIlwain says:
  
  Hi Allan, this week’s wrap can be found here.
  Reply
  Friday, December 14, 2012 at 3:59 pm

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