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[HTC Incredible S] cupcake:
Just this minute received notice on phones that it's available! UK unbranded. Downloading by HSDPA as we speak! :D
[HTC Incredible S] Edward Lowy:
Will be very interested to know how wifi performance is on Gingerbread. Unusable for me on Desire S Gingerbread, perfect on Incredible S Froyo.

Thanks in advance

Edward
[HTC Incredible S] sabret00the:
Mine is coming now over Pass-Through.
[HTC Incredible S] eternalhate:
still waiting here in India :mad:
[HTC Incredible S] dave-blanch:
I'm UK based and the update is available for download. Have to wait till this evening though as I'm going to download over Wi Fi.
[HTC Incredible S] ultim:
Successfully updated gingerbeard on my uk unbranded phone via HSDPA. After downloaded the update, it takes about 15mins to update the phone.
[HTC Incredible S] cupcake:
Will try wifi tonight and see how it goes
[HTC Incredible S] sabret00the:
I'm all updated. Haven't really noticed much of the changes bar a few icons and the drop down. That said, WiFi is certainly weaker.
[HTC Incredible S] checkbox111:
Just got mine this minute :)
[HTC Incredible S] Jazd71:
Just got mine too!
[HTC Incredible S] cirian75:
same here, now on 2.3.3
[HTC Incredible S] wonderstoat:
Got it too. Seriously underwhelming. Is this the same Gingerbread that Gizmodo et all slabber on about all the time?

Honestly can't see that much of a difference. And can't see any changes to htc sense either. I thought we'd get sense 3.0 with Gingerbread.
[HTC Incredible S] Ballistic_78:
So should I update to gingerbread or I'm going to regret that because of WiFi problem ?
[HTC Incredible S] Jazd71:
just testing my phone now after the update, quadrant gives results as follows 1400 with froyo and 1416 with 2.3, I did a restart on my phone as prior to that quadrant gave a result of 1050. I've not noticed any difference with the wifi as yet. Some minor changes to menus in gallery and apps. In the gallery view the media connect finds my pc immediately and plays the videos etc with no problem , it also plays avi files without the need for rock player(so far from what ive checked anyway).

Definite improvements but as statd by another on here a bit underwhelming, I hope they give us the sense 3 stuff in the near future.
[HTC Incredible S] checkbox111:
The only real UI difference i can see is when you pull down the top bar you get instant access to 'quick settings'.

But it scrolls a lot better if you have additional launchers, i have ADW EX installed as well and run 6 pages of scrollable news widgets, they used to stick a fair bit but not anymore, 100% smooth.

If you only run standard HTC sense you probably won't see much
[HTC Incredible S] checkbox111:
The only real UI difference i can see is when you pull down the top bar you get instant access to 'quick settings'.

When you click on the apps drawer you get choices of all, favoutires and downloded. And when you scroll the apps draw it only scrolls one whole page eg 4 rows, pretty clever really. But you can't 'zoom scroll'.

But it scrolls a lot better if you have additional launchers, i have ADW EX installed as well and run 6 pages of scrollable news widgets, they used to stick a fair bit but not anymore, 100% smooth.

Got a quadrant score of 1422 but have no idea of that is good or bad.
[HTC Incredible S] traceamar:
Any Idea when I will get the official update on a Bell IS, that was unlocked to be used on Rogers.
[HTC Incredible S] traceamar:
Also, I wanted to flash one of the official roms in the developers section. Do I need to root my phone, or is it possible to do it as is.

I dont want to root, as I am scared it might brick my phone
[HTC Incredible S] vladthestar:
I update my IS just today, phone unlocked
[HTC Incredible S] gemini002:
Can't flash the bell is right now even if unlocked model I'd error
[HTC Incredible S] dazz29:
Got my update today - complained to HTC weeks ago about A2DP problems, music over bluetooth skipping/dropping every 30s or so. Worked ok on other models e.g. Desire HD on Froyo. They weren't too committal at first, in the end they promised to escalate to their engineers. I wasn't too hopeful. But, all fixed :)

Can't notice any difference with WiFi. Phone generally seems a little faster, I like the minor changes here and there. Fonts seem 'ok', wish we could set them as we like.

Nobody notice the new sound effects with the weather widget/app? You gotta love those :p
[HTC Incredible S] goblinIT:
Updating just now pra UK!
[HTC Incredible S] rahulaborkar:
OTA Update

Hi

Received Update in UK..

After the update, fonts have gone bigger... does anyone experience this?
[HTC Incredible S] goblinIT:
Upgrade completed.

Version 2.3.3, htc sense 2.1
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Still no OTA for Asia region.
[HTC Incredible S] Dodolom:
Quick question. I got my phone off of eBay from someone in the UK, so it is the European version of the Incredible S and it is S-OFF , lucky me.

Anyways, when I got the phone, this was installed on the device.

RUU_Vivo_Gingerbread_S_HTC_WWE_2.12.405.7_Radio_20 .2804.30.085AU_3805.04.03.22_M_release_187295_signed

Is it the Australian version? I am saying that because of the AU in the wording. Anyways, I was wondering if it is possible for me to downgrade to whatever and get the UK OTA upgrade today. Or if today's upgrade is available as an .exe file,can I just install it over what I have?

Thanks
[HTC Incredible S] Terry54:
I'm in Western Australia, and just got my unlocked phone upgraded to 2.3.3 OTA. The install went fine, looks good so far.
[HTC Incredible S] nikhil007mmus:
Official available in India as declared on HTC fb page .. if sm1 can pull out a link and get the official one fr India itl b gr8 .. m already running 2.3.3 so I wudn't get the update link
[HTC Incredible S] Ballistic_78:
No update here in Kuwait yet. Unbranded S-on with latest RUU FW.
[HTC Incredible S] djbenny1:
installed yesterday in northern ireland on O2.

everything installed fine but experiencing issues now with keyboard and more specifically the backspace key causing problems.

i did have this before, but its worse now.

changing keyboard and switching to go sms pro (which is free) seems to have solved.

phone does seem faster, AND facebook for htc sense does seem to work much better now. notification bar has been upgraded to add quick settings too.

other than that im struggling to see differences.

does anyone have a link for a complete changelog?
[HTC Incredible S] Das_mobile:
I got it 5/16 Monday. Using a Asia Market phone. T-Mobile USA, California. I used wifi to download, not that it makes much difference.
[HTC Incredible S] hussainmushahid:
haven't gotten it here yet :( European model-Asian version.
[HTC Incredible S] eternalhate:
link? I couldn't find it, and the official website hasn't been updated yet.
[HTC Incredible S] nniicckkss:
I saw that too, the title in e-mail app has been defined to stand out from the message preview.

I have a UK brought, unlocked device.

Upgrade went OK with no issues and everything seems to work as it should do, nice and smoothly!

I've seen no Wi-Fi connection problems either, if anything the signal may be stronger than before as I used to get a weaker signal at home further away from the router (one Wi-Fi signal bar would disappear), but now I have full strength all the time.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Has any body else with an Asia region Incredible S besides das_mobile get the gingerbread OTA?
[HTC Incredible S] Raithmir:
Received my update yesterday.

O2 UK Phone, bought through Carphone Warehouse.

Noticed that the phone seemed to be lagging a bit sometimes when swiping through the screens. Tracked the issue down to the second messages widget (the one which lists all the people you've received messages from rather than just showing the last message). It seems to keep updating the contact photo's etc everytime I unlock the screen now which causes it to lag a bit.
[HTC Incredible S] thkhai:
when gingerbread will be released in malaysia......feel tired when waiting something news....
[HTC Incredible S] chickwan:
For Asian Region Incredible S, the Gingerbread will come mid June, HTC Customer Service is responsible for this new via email.
[HTC Incredible S] bernlim:
Do you have a source? If it's true then... man this is getting irritating :mad:
[HTC Incredible S] riccoho:
I have asked HTC Hong Kong CS through its web. The staff said the update was expected to be delivered between mid May and mid June. At this moment, the update is still under testing.
[HTC Incredible S] sia999us:
Guys 2.3.3 update is available for arabic rom?
[HTC Incredible S] Chitangooli:
yes my bro
[HTC Incredible S] sia999us:
i had 1.38 rom and i changed it with 1.43 arabic rom with goldcard method but now when i check i says there is no update available!

whats should i do now to have 2.3.3?
[HTC Incredible S] chickwan:
Sure!

Here it is...

Thank you for contacting HTC.

With reference to your query, The android 2.3 OS update might be released around June, and it may take you some time to wait us making the Gingerbread available . The latest information we have about the 2.3 update for the Incredible s is May the 18th, please wati another week.

Thank you for your continuous support of our products and services. Should you require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us again.

We look forward to be of service to you again

To send a reply to this message or let me know I have successfully answered your question log in to our ContactUs site using your email address and your ticket number 11VNCW20ENA000014.

Sincerely,

Dave

HTC
[HTC Incredible S] kishore123:
Has th update started ota for asian regions?
[HTC Incredible S] sdxda:
we are not in mid june yet.
[HTC Incredible S] netwr:
some1 (asia region) has received 2.3 update notification and installation procedure already.
[HTC Incredible S] Yazzy88:
Been trolling here for a while.

My phone just received Gingerbread upgrade notification about 20 minutes ago! I am located in Taiwan. :)
[HTC Incredible S] pakman00:
Finally... Just checked and update is now available in Hong Kong (smartone vodafone) :) going to download now...
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
It looks like Asia Region Incredible S is getting the Gingerbread OTA.
[HTC Incredible S] itandy:
Finally got the OTA notification for GB upgrade. I'm in Hong Kong.

But the question is should I upgrade now? I heard temproot no longer work in GB. Besides, I might not be able to root my phone later because when an exploit is found it might just work with Froyo.

Any comments?
[HTC Incredible S] mtb2104:
I have used temproot to disable some built in apps on 2.3.3... it's slightly different but works :D
[HTC Incredible S] CK563:
Just add to the group, I am in China, using China Mobile, and just installed the OTA upgrade.

The phone itself is not branded.
[HTC Incredible S] itandy:
I've just upgraded to 2.3.3 but the previous temproot no longer work. Would you mind telling me how you manage to temproot in 2.3.3?
[HTC Incredible S] riccoho:
The retail version of Incredible S in Hong Kong also got the OTA update today. The version should be the same as the SmarTone-Vodafone one.

Happily using it. :D
[HTC Incredible S] flexib0y:
Hey, I just got my update also. It's updating as we speak.

Location: Netherlands

Phone: HTC Incredible S (bought in HK)

Software upgrade: 2.12.708.4

Attached via pc.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Got me a Hong Kong Incredible S. No OTA yet...hopefully I get the message today.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Anybody got the OTA link for the Hong Kong gingerbread?
[HTC Incredible S] pakman00:
? Ummm... Scroll up. A number of people in HK or with phones purchased from HK have received the OTA. Go to settings, about phone, and software upgrade to manually check.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
I know people in Hong Kong got the OTA and I checked manually. Nothing has showed up yet for my phone. That's the reason I asked for the actual OTA link from the HTC servers.
[HTC Incredible S] netwr:
Anyone know how to do screen cap? 2.3 should have this function (no root required)
[HTC Incredible S] jazzywheelz:
I recieved a notification this morning that Android 2.3 update is available to download. (My IS is from carphone warehouse in the UK)

I haven't downloaded it yet as the update says it's 80+mb and I can't use wifi at work.

I'll download tonight at home :)
[HTC Incredible S] eternalhate:
No update in India yet :mad:
[HTC Incredible S] pakman00:
ah, misread your post.
[HTC Incredible S] thevuman:
went into settings and did a manual update check and it said that update was available.

updating now.

have hong kong version and using on tmobile in US
[HTC Incredible S] leixiongjun:
GOOD NEWS

update 2.3.3 released OTA
[HTC Incredible S] pbeutler:
2.3.3 available in Malaysia

All,

I just received and installed the 2.3.3 update, went flawless, but I see absolutely NO difference. Dialer-same, keyboard-same, no native video calling support...

I dont know about speed and/or battery, since it has been just 20 minutes since the update.

I was hoping for video, I guess that will be in the 2.3.4??? question then: will we get that on the IS???

Anyway, 2.3.3 is here.. :)
[HTC Incredible S] Gihanfx:
got the 2.33 update via OTA
[HTC Incredible S] thevuman:
my notification bar has change, font is bigger, faster/quicker/smoother, widgets have changed, browser is smoother, app drawer has changed, browser has changed on the bookmarks tab. i like the changes. it runs so much smoother now. before, i would get nothing but lag, but since update, it hasn't lagged once.

oh and there's another clock widget that shows twitter/facebook feeds instead of weather
[HTC Incredible S] pbeutler:
Ah, yes, should have mentioned I am using Launcher Pro, so I dont have the HTC widget, use Opera and have a different app drawer :p and I havent noticed the fonts ;)

But I do agree that the device runs smoother :)
[HTC Incredible S] jaysonline:
Hi, received 2.3.3 OTA firmware update today :) India
[HTC Incredible S] noworry:
I also checked just now and got the update :)

Do I have to do a factory reset first and then update? If so, how to take backup of all the settings and stuff to restore?
[HTC Incredible S] Enes_81:
No, just install it.
[HTC Incredible S] hussainmushahid:
just got the update :)
[HTC Incredible S] akkin1080:
Yeah. Me too got the update. Thanks HTC.
[HTC Incredible S] robuldog:
Yeah, in indonesia too.

We have the gb update by today.

So far i cant tell the difference.

Is anyone can point out the diff between 2.2 and 2.3 on our beloved incredible s?

Sent from Tapatalk
[HTC Incredible S] noworry:
Just now finished installing the update.

Initial impressions:

- font seems bigger, but ok

- screen seems slightly more responsive

- few noticeable UI changes

One major issue is with wifi connectivity after upgrade. Wifi fluctuates a lot and sometimes disconnects and connect to mobile network automatically !! Need to report the same to HTC support.
[HTC Incredible S] LeanNSupreme:
Hey thanks for 'review' on Gingerbread! I think I'll stick to Froyo as I depend on Wifi a lot and I can't have it disconnecting all the time.
[HTC Incredible S] jacobsu64:
2.3.3

Singapore get update to 2.3.3 already
[HTC Incredible S] hussainmushahid:
is it possible to add profile change option in the quick setting drop down menu?

I currently use the quick setting application for it.
[HTC Incredible S] bernlim:
Just got it in Singapore. Everything working fine
[HTC Incredible S] infatality:
Yep..confirm Singapore got ota..downloading now as I wrote this..=D
[HTC Incredible S] Nicheuji:
The 'Facebook for HTC Sense' icon is missing. Hmmn
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Finally I checked and the Gingerbread OTA is there. Been waiting for it but it's gone suck having WiFi drop in and out. I guess I'll stick with froyo a little longer.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Here is the OTA link for Gingerbread if you have the htc_asia_wwe Incredible S (Aisa Region)

http://fotadl.htc.com/OTA_Vivo_Ging...1.38.707.1_release_190073ihmns8avyznkwjvw.zip
[HTC Incredible S] nike.stars:
anyone having problem can't install APK outside from market after updating to gingerbread?

I can't click the "install" button on the package installer, strangely the "cancel" button beside it function normally
[HTC Incredible S] Das_mobile:
I upgraded mine stayed about the same. Still have the "deathgrip " but this was true before too
[HTC Incredible S] m5m3:
I encountered several issues after update :

1. SMS time stamp - messed up once in a while

2. now I cannot see name and pic tagged to contacts in People when viewing SMS ie in SMS msg, I can only see the phone number

3. WIFI and bluetooth seem to be having some prob - cannot detect. hotspot is working though

Did you encounter any such (or other) issues ? Issue 1 is still not to bad. but issue 2 is kinda irritating cos now i dun know who sms me. as for issue 3, prob with WIFI seems to be a known prob but bluetooth ?

Any way that we can raise this to HTC? I sent them an email but no reply thus far.
[HTC Incredible S] itandy:
My experience after upgrading to 2.3.3:

1. No timestamp problem so far but I receive very few SMS

2. Both name and photo are shown correctly in SMS

3. No problem with WiFi. Haven't try BT yet maybe this weekend. But people having problem with WiFi seems to be related to weak signal.

I guess your SMS problem maybe due to corrupted SMS data store during upgrade. Maybe you can try to backup your SMS, then clear it's data and restore them back.
[HTC Incredible S] m5m3:
Thanks for the reply.

How do I clear data store? as in back up the sms and than delete all sms?
[HTC Incredible S] c33v33:
No update yet in Chicago, USA using unlocked unbranded Incredible S on T-Mobile USA.
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
Is the site giving info about Gingerbread even a real site to get the latest news on Android? None of the major sites are mentioning this OTA. Hmmm and nobody on XDA got the OTA.
[HTC Incredible S] tenble:
not yet out in singapore... i so hope they release it before my flight tonight.
[HTC Incredible S] Brucew0617:
LOL, I just waiting for such update:D And I hope it can be root when the new version comes to my IS
[HTC Incredible S] Nvidia32:
I'm on the Orange FR network, no problem at startup, the configuration for this network is available
[HTC Incredible S] melodicstealer:
do u think that i can just pick any ROM up there and flash to my Singapore IS??
[HTC Incredible S] despard:
But when I was flashing this ROM, it said ERROR [131] CUSTOMER ID ERROR

P.S. I'm in Brisbane of Australia, using an unlocked Inc S(Mobile network vodafone)
[HTC Incredible S] melodicstealer:
better than me, i flash it, there's no error but it doesnt finished flashing even for > 10 mins...just a loading word "Sending..." damn i think i brick my IS
[HTC Incredible S] tenble:
Omg are you that impatient, I'm sure its gonna be out in a day worldwide.
[HTC Incredible S] mtb2104:
Wow... you can change the fonts?
[HTC Incredible S] qvert:
@Nvidia32 how do you updated it to your rooted device?

just installed the ruu?

s-off stays?
[HTC Incredible S] Nvidia32:
Yes I flashed the RUU and then process with llnhhy's root files, replacing the boot.img to recover wifi, by that of the ROM 2.3.3. Root is here ;)
[HTC Incredible S] vido.ardes:
I have posted a rooted 2.3.3 ROM in the dev section, should just be able to flash through recovery
[HTC Incredible S] qvert:
thank you l0st.prophet!

this will prevent me from learning the stuff to do it myself :-)

saves me a lot of work!
[HTC Incredible S] abheshekk:
Does 2.3.3 ROM released for indian customers also for IS
[HTC Incredible S] atischenko:
Anybody trying to install RUU_Vivo_Gingerbread_S_Virgin_Mobile_AU_2.12.981.2 _R_Radio_20.2803.30.085AU_3805.04.03.12_M_release_ 185029_signed.exe version on S-ON incredible S?
[HTC Incredible S] chobie:
Just to clarify. You're on S-OFF right?
[HTC Incredible S] qvert:
yes he is, otherwise it wouldnt work that way
[HTC Incredible S] bippo:
This thread have nothing anymore with the OTA update to Gingerbread, has somebody got it (the OTA) ????????
[HTC Incredible S] rajeshr:
I haven't seen anyone on this thread mention they have got the OTA update. Additionally, none of the more reputable websites mention this update. Unless someone can verify that they got the update OTA, I'd say this was a fake!
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
update aint fake how can i have 2.3.3 installed on my phone than?
[HTC Incredible S] komos:
error code 113 for me

s-on
[HTC Incredible S] rajeshr:
Did you get the update OTA? Or did you use the RUU's from the Incredible S Development forum?
[HTC Incredible S] NardVa:
OTA is fake. Only Gingerbread available for the Incredible S is by way of the Ruu Roms in the developmental threads.
[HTC Incredible S] nikant:
so we shouldn't expect it yet OTA?:(
[HTC Incredible S] wallytax:
I also an curious IF someone got it ... I am not getting it...
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
i installed the ruu, but why should anyone lie about recievin an ota? it can't be fake untill u checked all nationalitys
[HTC Incredible S] bippo:
OTA

Do U really understand what is the difference between RUU and OTA???:confused:
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
@bippolinno, i do, u also? learn how to read next time.. saves u a post

oh btw lemme teach ya...

RUU

= ROM (Read-Only Memory) Update Utility

OTA

= Over The Air
[HTC Incredible S] wallytax:
Do you need root access or be s-off to install the ruu? I believe so. That's the difference then. The majority can't install the update...
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
@wallytax, look around... you can do it even without root... just try to search.

blergh ok im gettin tired of ppl who aint reading/searchin further than their nose long is.. lemme push you towards the right direction...

by timbo007up
[HTC Incredible S] bippo:
OTA

OK, then U may understand there are members looking for how and when to get OTA, in this thread, and not how to flash RRU on a S-off device, there are other threads for. Thanks for understanding, I am also waiting for OTA, Gingerbread is on my HD2 few month already, I want it on my S-on IS.;)
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
@bippolinno, stop posting ok? u make absolutely no sense at all... everyone claims its a fake and a lie.... and all i said is check all nationalitys...

now why did i say this?

erhm maybe it is an ota update somewhere on this friggin planet?

thats about it... now stop it.... i dont wanna start a flamewar over this useless subject....

people are innocent in my opinion unless something else has been proven
[HTC Incredible S] atischenko:
I have "ERROR [131] CUSTOMER ID ERROR" during update...

What does it means?
[HTC Incredible S] rajeshr:
But no one has stepped and mentioned that they've been able to update via OTA. Maybe there is an update on this planet, but someone needs to step up and say it.

Until someone does so, it'll be hard to believe as only one website has mentioned this at all!

BTW, this so called "useless" subject is the main topic of the thread!
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
@atischenko, that you failed making the goldcard... try it manually with an hexeditor mate

@rajeshr, with subject in this case i ment the banthering
[HTC Incredible S] atischenko:
It dont working for me. I created(using hex method) Goldcard and put it into IS before starting update process, but have the same error.
[HTC Incredible S] Hawkysoft:
@atischenko, it must be your goldcard... try another sdcard... preferable 2gb ones like the one from scandisk or kingston...
[HTC Incredible S] TimMun:
http://www.youtube.com/embed/V3EiZ_vP4CQ
[HTC Incredible S] atischenko:
Where i do mistake?

1. i have SunDisk 2Gb card (tried it on transcended 8gb with the same result)

2. format it in fat32 on PC

3. put it to IS

4. get sd card CID

5. reverse it, put 0 in first two digits

6. get goldcard image

7. in HxD hex editor open physical device with sd card and replace offset up to 170 from goldcard.img.

8. save it (and put into IS if hex editing was on PC)

9. run RUU

Result: error 131

Maybe its too late at this moment:confused:

try it again tomorrow
[HTC Incredible S] melodicstealer:
people coud be veeery sensitive because of update issue...ahaha...i think that is a disease...well, ota or not, im not gonna wait for any longer...still working on how to flash to S-ON...