Verizon Update 9.16

[skinien]

Looks like Verizon will soon be pushing an update to address some known issues:

+Google Security Patches have been added for additional security
+Data roaming fix has been implemented
+Connection/disconnection detection has been improved when using USB
+Improved Wi-Fi connectivity
+Wallpaper options are shown when home screen icons are selected
+Camera improvements have been made to touch-to-focus, notifications and low light performance
+In-call audio routes to earpiece when connected to headset has been improved
+Improvements to video streaming pixilation have been made
+Media sync stability has been improved

Software Update - Coming Soon! | Verizon Wireless

 

[drtrask]

HOPEFULLY it won't break root! That said, make sure you have VooDoo installed and updated - just in case!!!!!

 

[chris4x4]

We'll see. I just exchanged my HD for a new one with 4.0.1 on it, and am hesitant to download 4.1.1 due to the issues I had in the past.

 

[pegs520]

Nothing for the HDMI though?

 

[chris4x4]

Nothing for the HDMI though?

It says there is a video fix for the pixelation issues when video streaming. Im hoping thats it.

 

[chris4x4]

got off the phone with tech. support, and they said the update is going to begin rolling out on 3/18, and it should be to all phones by the 28th. SO........now we wait.....

 

[skinien]

It says there is a video fix for the pixelation issues when video streaming. Im hoping thats it.

I'm thinking the same thing.

 

[SayOw]

My phone is getting the update now...

 

[BigBruDa3rd]

My phone is getting the update now...

I call BS! Not real unless we see pictures!

 

[cboss]

Just got my Maxx HD this past weekend (upgraded from a Maxx). So far runs great. I've had no problems. Loaded JB update, did a FDR, and it runs like butter. I like the new look of JB, not a huge leap from ICS, but it runs great.

 

[skinien]

Just got my Maxx HD this past weekend (upgraded from a Maxx). So far runs great. I've had no problems. Loaded JB update, did a FDR, and it runs like butter. I like the new look of JB, not a huge leap from ICS, but it runs great.

There are a couple of updates that you'll get with a new RAZR HD. Are you sure you're running version 9.16.6?

 

[kishin14]

Update is already available. Can be found here:

Download: Motorola DROID RAZR HD Update 9.16.6, Android 4.1.2 – Droid Life

You don't need to be rooted to apply the update but haven't used my phone enough to really notice any difference between 4.1.2 and 4.1.1.

 

[skinien]

Weird, when I download the file it says that its the 9.1.41 build.

Edit: Looks like it's a naming convention. The file is named the build you need to be on in order to properly install.

 

[Loco4LosChe]

To anyone who's got the new update, how's the camera? Better? I'm about to buy a Maxx HD, have heard the camera isn't great. I played around with it a little in the store and it seemed ok. Hope the update makes it even better though.

 

[kishin14]

Weird, when I download the time it says that its the 9.1.41 build.

That's just how Verizon names their updates. The newest one always has the previous build number. But it is the new update file.

 

[kishin14]

To anyone who's got the new update, how's the camera? Better? I'm about to buy a Maxx HD, have heard the camera isn't great. I played around with it a little in the store and it seemed ok. Hope the update makes it even better though.

I don't use my camera that often, but did test it out last night after the update and it does seem better. I can't say it much better. After all, software can only do so much. But the picture I took seemed better, especially in low light. I still have shutter lag, though it seems shorter as well.

 

[SayOw]

I call BS! Not real unless we see pictures!

 

[skinien]

I don't use my camera that often, but did test it out last night after the update and it does seem better. I can't say it much better. After all, software can only do so much. But the picture I took seemed better, especially in low light. I still have shutter lag, though it seems shorter as well.

I agree. It seems to be more aggressive in using flash and also the auto-focus seems quicker.

 

[Droidin]

Has anyone updated with root yet?

Did it break root?

 

[pblakk]

If I only had an SD card I could download and update this thing already.... Hurry up OTA.

 

[skinien]

Has anyone updated with root yet?

Did it break root?

Used Vodoo OTA Rootkeeper and it worked fine.

 

[BigBruDa3rd]

Side loaded the update and it does seem smoother. Still not Droid RAZR M smooth but smoother. Battery life has improved by 30% when I would get home from a 12 hour work day I would be at about 20-5% depending on usage now I'm at 50% when I get home. The camera was good for me before the update now it is better, faster especially in low light conditions. Used OTA root keeper and keep root.

 

[skinien]

Side loaded the update and it does seem smoother. Still not Droid RAZR M smooth but smoother. Battery life has improved by 30% when I would get home from a 12 hour work day I would be at about 20-5% depending on usage now I'm at 50% when I get home. The camera was good for me before the update now it is better, faster especially in low light conditions. Used OTA root keeper and keep root.

I'm getting great battery life too! 83% after 24 hours with 1 hour of screen time!!! Usually I'd be around 75%

 

[kishin14]

I'm getting great battery life too! 83% after 24 hours with 1 hour of screen time!!! Usually I'd be around 75%

I've also seen a noticeable improvement in battery life. Overall, the UI seems smoother and more responsive. And some of my third-party apps, such as quickpic, seem to behave better after the update. So far I see no negatives from taking the update.

 

[goldz28]

Is this still in soak testing? I haven't gotten it yet.