General android update query

hpng5 · January 14th, 2012, 05:27 PM

Hello

Sorry if this is really obvious but I have a question about Android software updates.

I purchased a HTC incredible S a few months ago and there was a system update to 2.3.3

A few weeks ago my friend purchased a HTC incredible S and he got a system update to 2.3.5

Is there anyway I can also upgrade to 2.3.5? I have checked for updates and the phone says none are available.
Or is every single phone different?
Or does it depend on the telecommunications carrier?

Thanks in advance.

Italo · January 14th, 2012, 08:12 PM

If you and your friend are on different carriers, that is most likely the reason he has the update before you. Since he has it, that means the manufacturer has finished porting that version to the handset. Most carriers make additional changes to the ROM after the carrier is finished with it (adding bloatware, removing tethering, etc.).

hpng5 · January 14th, 2012, 09:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Italo

If you and your friend are on different carriers, that is most likely the reason he has the update before you. Since he has it, that means the manufacturer has finished porting that version to the handset. Most carriers make additional changes to the ROM after the carrier is finished with it (adding bloatware, removing tethering, etc.).

ah ok. cool thanks

Football Fans: Download the 2012 Schedule App from Google Play!