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[HTC Desire S] flippperkam:
Im on Three Branded UK Unrooted and S-On I was talking to them on the phone this morning, i was trying to make them understand that Vodaphone, T-Mobile ect and unbranded devices have been getting the update, and he said NO. And Hung Up, So I got nothing out of a 15+ min convosation!

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Ok I understand. In the Thread "sense 3 ota update" or something like that in htc desire s general forum. on page 15 comment 145. Some guy posted the link so i took that and some people tested it out and said it was Safe, as you can see in one of my other threads about this update! So i just decided to make a guide of what to do and see if it helps, it will probably get rid of your root, but that is why i said only people with unrooted devices and s-on. It is Android 2.3.5 and Sense 3.0. The guy got it from HTC.COM 9(SOMEWERE) FOR EUROPE! Is that all???
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
Got update but needed to work at it :)

First of all I should note that I only got this update after getting HTC to first update my phone from 1.28 to 1.47. I think that the fact that they flashed my ROM is the reason I didnt experience any problems with 1.47. If you are still on 1.28 then you may not get this update.

OK well after reading all the problems people are having with this update I still decided to go ahead but..... I backed up my Apps and data first then did a Factory reset before install. After install it worked but there were one or two little problems (like not being able to install from SD card even if I allowed it in the settings) So I performed a second factory reset and now its working pretty much perfectly. Even my Market (finally) updated to the latest version. Although again I had some problems with this version so I cleared its data, and downgraded it. It updated itself again and since then no problems :)
[HTC Desire S] steelbeans:
This didnt work for me....no 'apply update.zip' option came up in the menu, and tried the *#*#24... etc and no luck either....?

Virgin Mobile 2.3.3 ROM

Beans
[HTC Desire S] flippperkam:
Did it come up with scanning sd card...? Then it should detect it and ask if you want to install it , also there is a way of doing it on fast boot manually without that scanning ting, will have too look it up!
[HTC Desire S] Bhargava28:
I still haven't received the update, I think it's something to do with me having 1.28 software number and not 1.47, anyone with 1.28 been able to update?

Any suggestions?

My phone is unbranded.
[HTC Desire S] steelbeans:
Yup, scanned the SD card, just fastboot, recovery, factory settings, and image cdc thing... :/
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
My phone is also unbranded. It only received those two mini updates (a few k each) but nothing after that. If you dont find anyone else who received the OTA update while on 1.28 then you will have to send you phone in to HTC be updated to 1.47 like I did. Of course if your phone is s-off then you have many more options open to you.
[HTC Desire S] al89nut:
I hope that isn't true. Updates should be cumulative, not additive
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
My problem was that I wasn't receiving ANY updates after the two mini updates that came. The latest official release is 1.47 but my phone was stuck on 1.28. Once I got my phone reflashed the new Android 2.35 update arrived a few days later.
[HTC Desire S] Bhargava28:
How long did this process take from sending to recieving?
[HTC Desire S] al89nut:
Then I - and many others - are in that boat
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
This update is so spoiled, nobody is eager to get it anymore.
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
What do you mean??
[HTC Desire S] Bhargava28:
Which boat are you referring to lol ?
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
I mean there is no fun in getting it anymore. People who got it are complaining and want a downgrade, and those who haven't got it yet are whining to get it. You'd better give it a second thought if get an update alert on your phone.

Anyways, an update that even HTC itself doesn't confirm is more of a beta testing.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] MTB75:
Is there a fix for power menu? Tried with factory reset and works for few hours. Than i installed few apps from market and create wifi connection and problem comes back. Any idea?
[HTC Desire S] dozerman:
No problems with this update

I just do not know what everyone is finding wrong with this update I got it on Tuesday in uk unbranded stock 1.47 took 20 minutes to install, I think it is brilliant see previous post the shut down works as normal if you unlock screen first it has improved this phone 10 fold and I am 66 years old so I am sure you youngsters can sort it.
[HTC Desire S] Aleeksandar85:
power menu not bug... an now you can use screeenshots without root

(Long hold) the power/sleep button.

Then press Home to capture.
[HTC Desire S] MTB75:
'em te ćorava... :)

Is there a fix for power menu? Tried with factory reset and works for few hours. Than i installed few apps from market and create wifi connection and problem comes back. Any idea?
[HTC Desire S] tasos12:
A week with the update.

After a week with this update I have some experience that I think I should share.

In the first couple of days I have come across 3 or 4 times the message that HTC sense has stopped working(or something like that) and then the screen turned black and recovered about 2-3 seconds later.Now this is not happening anymore.

Power menu unlike some other people I read here was working fine from day 1.

All in all after a week the only problem I can see with the update is that it has made the DS a bit slower when running an app probably due to the heavy graphics that sense 3.0 is carrying.My DS is simply stock version with no alteration what so ever. Also its been purchased from a store and not a mobile phone company so it is totaly unlocked.

Android 2.3.5 doesnt seem much an improvement to me as its almost the same with 2.3.4 with only visible change to be the new layout of Android market(I liked the old one better).
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
The only thing 2.3.5 changes are minor bug fixes, and google talk video support. That's all.

Don't expect a huge overhaul.

Also the new market isn't part of the 2.3.5 update... It's been there for users to upgrade to from 2.3.3
[HTC Desire S] alabama_man:
I have the update since one week.

The home screens feel a bit slower due to sense 3 effects, but it still looks totally fine.

The unlock screen is really helpful, having the ability to directly call 4 apps of your choice.

Photos in the gallery render much faster now, than in the previous firmware.

The power button did not work directly after the update. I did a factory reset and it was working fine again for 5 days or so. Then the phone crashed and now it didn't work again. Two friends of mine experienced the exact same thing.

I like the update, as I don't really need to shut down my phone. Still I'm waiting for an fix that will hopefully come out soon. Everybody who says "there is no bug, just factory reset it", good luck, your clock is ticking :D
[HTC Desire S] MTB75:
I had a problem with power menu after upgrading (post # 658).

Answer from HTC support:

In regards to this issue, i think that there could be an error with the main board. So go into your retailer to have your device sent in for repair, and remember to write a good problem description. So your retailer can add this when he sends it in for you, so i hope this works out for you and thank you again for contacting us..

Is this a joke or what??? :rolleyes:
[HTC Desire S] korenisko:
I. Had livechat with htc cz and they recomends me to reset phone without sim and sd...

Power menu works first 1hour and then again not working :-(
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Thank you HTC for such a faulty update. Lucky me living in middle east with no update yet!

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] alabama_man:
How ridiculous, if it was a hardware fault, the behavior could have been observed before updating.

Since it is the only big issue, and you can practically live with it, is there some way to reboot or shutdown the phone without root access? Or mabye an ultra secret Settings-menu-entry that I haven't found yet? :D
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
I have (so far) found no problems what so ever with Sense 3.0. Its actually running faster than before, no slow downs at all with animations. Battery life is also improved. But then I had my phone reflashed by HTC to 1.47 first. So I didn't have any problems with that update either. After a few days I received this update. Then I did a full factory reset before install and another after. The only problem I have is with the new Market application which does not recognise side loaded apps very well. I have to reset it to work and it also hangs when trying to install apps sometimes.

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About 4 days.
[HTC Desire S] gikenson:
I can confirm that - got this update OTA in Denmark few days ago and noticed afterwards the power options menu is gone.

Other strange things noticed:

- SIM card not recognized after restart - needs several restarts to get the SIM read. Since restarting the phone means pulling battery off, this is a mess

- signal drops off inexplicably and suddenly, clearly indicate in the phone status bar

I have HTC investigating all these - at least they say so - I'll keep you posted if is some progress.
[HTC Desire S] RichTOne:
Power button bug

Funny thing is, mine did not work neither. However, few days later, I tried it and voila, there it is. Just like that.

Of course, I did many things with the phone but I am 100 percent sure this bug is caused by running apps and their cache. Facebook is high on my suspicion list.
[HTC Desire S] al89nut:
Uninstall it and see?
[HTC Desire S] MTB75:
Yesterday I did a factory reset and power menu works fine. Few minutes ago I read your post and run facebook - power menu is gone ?!?!
[HTC Desire S] Dav_prime:
I just asked HTC for clarification on the situation for those of us still on 1.28.401.1, specifically whether the lack of an update to 1.47 is an issue.

I was told that there is nothing official on this update, but it

should

be fine for 1.28 users provided they are not rooted.

Just hope they get this underway sooner rather then later, and us 1.28 users actually get it.

My DS is unbranded UK with an O2 prepay sim.
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
H

All I know is that I received no updates. Then they flashed me to 1.47 and after 3 days I received the Sense 3.0 update. Probably a coincidence but I have "yet" to hear of any one on 1.28 who has received the latest update
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
HTC support simply sucks. They can't confirm crap. What the hell can they confirm? !@#$?

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] shara6:
there's no point in waiting for this.. based on feedbacks by those who got it, it's not looking good.. a bug that's found on the official update will stick with it for months coz HTC wont care.. if you root it, now that's the smartest way to go.. because XDA devs care.. haha..
[HTC Desire S] flippperkam:
Here is what HTC have said!!! A bit Disapointing!

Please wait while we find an agent to assist you...

You have been connected to Kaylee.

Kaylee: Hi Kam, thank you for contacting HTC Support, I am looking in to your query now.

Kaylee: Android software updates are done over the air.

Kam Khan: Ok, Do you send them out using Serial number?

Kaylee: Unfortunately we cannot determine when it will reach your device. All I can suggest is to keep checking for software updates on your device. This can be done Menu, Settings, About Phone, System software information, Check Now.

Kaylee: Yes it is done over the air via serial number.

Kam Khan: Do you know how long it will usually take to reach all the devices in the UK and WorldWide?

Kaylee: I am really unsure.

Kaylee: It is a rolling process.

Kam Khan: Will it take weeks or a couple of days?

Kaylee: Alot longer than both I believe.

Kam Khan: Months?? :(

Kaylee: I believe so.

Kaylee: I do not know exactly

Kaylee: But it is a rolling process and can take a fair amount of time.

Kam Khan: Ok, Thanks for Your Time!

Kaylee: Is there anything else I can help you with today?

Kam Khan: No that's all

Kam Khan: Thanks!

Kaylee: Thank you for contacting us. I hope you have a great day.
[HTC Desire S] Bhargava28:
Off-topic but I would like to know do any HTC Desire S users experience the phone become warm quickly and 3G connection being decreased when in contact with the phone, holding the phone?
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
Based on the new OTA upgrade, or in general/
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Every phone with a 1GHZ CPU can get warm. Unless it burns your hand, it is normal to be around 32-40 degrees.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] Bhargava28:
In general also what about the 3G drop when you have your palm around your phone?
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
nope, that only affects wifi for me, not 3G
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
I have had my fair share of problems with HTC support but in general I think that as with all things it depends who you get as to the level of support you receive. But also it seems to me that for some unknown reason HTC simply does not tell them everything. This update being a prime example. It might have initially been an unauthorised leak but even so HTC need to bring their support people up to speed otherwise we get these problems!
[HTC Desire S] fasty:
Comment from HTC on facebook :

"Several of us just joined HTC and one thing that is very obvious: we need to get a good bit better at communicating what devices are getting what updates and when."​

I think this is very positive; hope they can bring it to reality, would be good for their reputation.
[HTC Desire S] gigaSproule:
People who have had the update, what version did you have before (1.47... or 1.24...)
[HTC Desire S] korenisko:
1.47 orange sk
[HTC Desire S] padz1:
I've got 1.47 and on the three network, unrooted phone but still no sign of an update! I've checked every day since it was announced. Even though everyone says the update isn't worth it because of the amount of bugs that go with it i still really want it! Those who have the update, would you say the features of sense 3.0 out weigh the bugs caused?
[HTC Desire S] flippperkam:
Same I am on three uk 1.47 unrooted no update checked every day since 1st of oct nothing still want it dont care about bugs
[HTC Desire S] cjward23:
Its just gone official guys http://htcsource.com/2011/10/htc-desire-s-android-2-3-5-update-rolling-out-now-with-htc-sense-3-0/
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Isn't the official website of HTC WWW.HTC.com ?

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] cjward23:
Yeah I got excited when I read the tweet but didn't read the link properly. And I'm a little drunk :)
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Still no updates in Middle east. Probably no phone in Asia has got the update yet.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] wzj1633:
Great stuff! how does it seem?
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
No bugs here except for the new Android Market app which is very buggy at the moment (version 3.15). Otherwise, it is faster, better radio/wireless and better battery life for me (so far)
[HTC Desire S] fasty:
A note of caution - Norton is reporting multiple virus attacks on the computer when I browse pages from htcsource.com
[HTC Desire S] Fetz Braun:
Kaspersky is blocking this site fully
[HTC Desire S] Tony Desire S:
Kaspersky Pure 9.1.0.124 .. Not Blocking It .. Desire S Thread Turned To Antivirus Discussions !! :P
[HTC Desire S] shrike011:
Ja sam kod mtsa, i imam apdejtovan fon već 10 dana.

Desire S

android 2.3.5

sense 3.0

software 2.10.401.5
[HTC Desire S] fasty:
Yes, sorry to veer off-topic but keen to avoid friends on here getting virus infection :)
[HTC Desire S] ad8yaa:
Any truth to these articles?

http://gigjets.com/10/uk-htc-desire-s-users-getting-android-2-3-5-update-along-with-sense-3-0/

-Guys in the UK, please confirm if this is true and the update is now available to all?
[HTC Desire S] padz1:
Nope, not for me anyway
[HTC Desire S] ad8yaa:
Tried this?

Have you tried *#*#2432546#*#* to force updating?
[HTC Desire S] Bertolinz:
It looks like HTC pulled the plug - at least until bugs sorted

out.

I patiently waited and checked for OTA every day, but when

it finally become available at my place - I decide not to upgrade jet

and wait few weeks because reported bugs...

I've rechecked yesterday and today however OTA is not available anymore...:confused:
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
I'd rather stick to my own idea; every beta testing comes to an end. In this very recent case, HTC released a rather faulty update for some Desire S devices across Europe, and after people stared whining about bugs HTC pulled the plug. No official statement was announced, so this was only a random beta testing program which came in nothing.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] Tony Desire S:
it can't be beta testing when HTC Italy said to me that i was officially being rolled out !!!
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
It's not a beta test.. people are just jumping to stupid conclusions.

And the ROM is a release keys - its 100% official release.

There are bugs in the build, but not to consider the ROM a beta.

HTC pulled the updates as they discovered the bugs, BUT THE ROM ISN'T BETA.

Who are the fools saying its a beta? :mad:

Get your facts right first!
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
There are some reasons why I consider this update as a beta testing:

1) HTC never announced it officially, not even on their Facebook page.

2) The distribution of update was strangely limited to a minor number of devices.

3) It's been more than 45 days since rumors started over this update, so HTC had enough time to fix bugs and make it available worldwide.

4) Add yours.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
1) HTC don't usually announce ALL updates on their facebook etc. Only for their flagship devices.

2) they wouldnt be stupid to send beta tests out... That will be a really stupid thing to do, they will get flamed for bugs , negative reviews. People won't want to buy the device

3) it is a release keys build.. therefore it is 100% official.

Release keys = final build.

^it says so in the settings...

4) HTC are crap with updates anyway, I don't think they were concerned about the 45 day between bugs.

The release was probably pulled as they are bugs, but the build isnt a beta.

No way will HTC ever send betas to their customers 'officialy through a OTA'

That's suicide for the company.

I suspect HTC will issue a minor update to address these issues only a few people are having...

So all in all, IT'S 100% NOT A BETA.
[HTC Desire S] Vladgh:
Camera problem

Hi guys!

I updated my Desire S using OTA and the camera doesn't work anymore.

I tried factory reset, tried to change the date and reboot and nothing seems to work. Do you have any ideas how can I fix this?

The phone is not rooted and I didn't mess with anything else.

It's locked in Vodafone.

I did a search on this thread and didn't find anything.
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
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[HTC Desire S] mariuck:
Srsly.. with this update... I hate a lot of stuff... The name of the caller is so small i watch my phone 5sec to find the caller name.. keyboard still bugged... And the most ugly calendar... :/ so unoptimized.. better remain at old version!!
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Sense 3 was designed for 4" and higher screens, so It's normal to see text smaller than what you used to see.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] cdx47:
Not only is it a 100% release but they are unless someone shows me otherwise they are still releasing it! Others received only a few days ago and I only received the updates last week. IMHO I think the most of the bugs are more to do with how your previous update was installed and how the OTA was installed. I just dont see any of the issues you guys are talking about.

I am NOT saying that the bugs don't exist!!! I know when people do that I get very upset :)

The only annoying problem I have is with the Android Market.

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If you had problems with your old version then they seem to carry over into the update probably because it is only an (as someone put it) additive update. HTC needs to get their act together in explaining these things. People are assuming that the update will fix existing problems since so many people had problems with 1.47. This is a reasonable assumption but maybe it is just not the case?
[HTC Desire S] Fetz Braun:
Got the update this morning for my O2 branded DS (O2, Germay) :cool:

Everthing works fine, no bugs found so far :) All widgets are avalible.

My vers. is now: 2.13.206.1 (came from 1.47.206.1, O2)
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
Congratulation! I hope everyone gets the update ASAP and have a clean upgrade with no bug.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] Tony Desire S:
so Fetz Braun got it .. he was on 1.47.206.1 ... now 2.13.206.1 .. so if i want to calculate when i will get the update .. it will be on 2.13.415.1 .. cz my current software number is 1.47.415.1 .. !!! and i got a reply from HTC europe that the update is still available !!
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
Where's your source for this?

It's not true.

This update was made for 3.7" , our phones,and the text has been optimised.. I compared it to DHD 4.3"ports...

Not true. Show me your source then.
[HTC Desire S] hamedunix:
My source is the update itself! People are saying text is not that readable.

Sent from my HTC Desire S
[HTC Desire S] dipito31:
Guys my brother if in Spain with vodafone .. HencE a locked device and he also got the update today and he loves it.
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
No, they said the text is smaller.

It is designed for 3.7". I have actually tested 4.3" ports. It's even smaller there. So clearly HTC have increased the font.

Please stop posting unreliable infomation, if you don't have the right facts

If you don't like the update, don't use it. Simple as.
[HTC Desire S] kernal panic:
I got the update this afternoon.

Was an O2 UK phone, S-Off, on 1.28 (I think - it wasn't the 1.47 one anyway, as I avoided that). Now on 2.13.206.1 and still S-Off. Updated the market at the same time.

I don't see any bugs in the first hour or so of playing. Camera is working fine, and a long press of the power key brings up the power off menu as usual. Generally I like the update, but a couple of things I am not a fan of such as the iOS alike messaging app.
[HTC Desire S] Tony Desire S:
New updates with different software number bugs-free ?? hopefully !!
[HTC Desire S] olyloh6696:
Personally I like it :D it Makes it easier to read.
[HTC Desire S] mesias88:
Hello,

my DS has the SW-Number 1.31.206.1. Is it normal.....can I get updates?
[HTC Desire S] Andrius.21:
I got the OTA update two weeks ago and I'm running 2.10.401.5.

Maybe they solved the bugs we were complaining about.
[HTC Desire S] blews:
After the update i have a lag: when i pick up an incoming call from the lockscreen, the caller cannot hear me in the first 1-2 seconds, i think because of the switch between the lockscreen and phone app. I can actually see the switching: the lockscreen looks nice, with the two round buttons, and when i pull the answer button in the ring, the old, rectangular style answer-screen is there for about half-one second.

Does anybody experienced this?
[HTC Desire S] VVV84:
I have the same issue. I guess it's just a matter of getting used to it... At first I thought that it was normal, but after thinking it through I'm pretty sure it didn't act like that before the update.

Been getting a lot of "Hello... You there?" conversation starters. :D
[HTC Desire S] blews:
I'm 100% positive it didn't act like this before. The last two weeks i talked like (...ring...) (pickup) yes? ... (long silence) ... YES! blabla...

Until the update, the same conversation started instantly, without the 1-2 sec. lag.
[HTC Desire S] al89nut:
I wonder when I will know for sure I haven't got the update?