HTC Global issued an update via Twitter:

To resolve Desires memory issue and enable the upgrade to Gingerbread, we will cut select apps from the release.

Look for status updates starting next week. We apologize for any confusion.

It looks like memory limitation is indeed a serious issue for the Desire but its great to see that HTC is taking consumer feedback and giving users what they want. Also it looks like Desire users could have Gingerbread on their devices as early as next week

The take out from this is that HTC looks to be a very proactive company able to take in feedback and decisions quickly based on the feedback. They are really creating a lot of positive public perception for themselves with this exercise.

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It’s not everyday you see a brand admit to being wrong. HTC UK’s official Facebook page did an about face on their earlier statement and are now saying that the Gingerbread update is indeed coming to the HTC Desire.

Earlier HTC UK claimed that there is simply not enough memory in the Desire produce a smooth user experience with the Gingerbread and HTC’s latest version of Sense UI put together. We find this a bit odd as the 1GHz processor and 576MB of RAM should be enough for Gingerbread and Sense UI to run fine.

Now apparently HTC is able to cook something up.

The very short Facebook update only affirms that the Desire will be getting a Gingerbread update but no timeline or other details are made available, so it could be tomorrow or it could be next year.

Further reading here.

Thanks to commenter Lolness and Twitterer @chiamck for the tip.

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UPDATE: Gingerbread is still coming to HTC Desire! Read more here.

Some bad news for HTC Desire users. Earlier on the HTC Desire was expected to be officially upgraded to Android 2.3 Gingerbread. Today HTC had broke the news that it won’t be happening at all.

According to their UK Facebook page, there’s simply not enough memory to deliver both Gingerbread and their latest Sense UI together. They explored all possibility to maintain the HTC Sense experience but had finally gave up due to technical constraints. Of course, for those who are adventurous can still find a way of getting Gingerbread update through unofficial channels. Hint: XDA Forums.

We also wonder how is Sony Ericsson doing with their Xperia X10 Gingerbread update. It should be available anytime now.

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HTC is doing a promo at PC Fair which is happening at Melaka International Trade Centre starting tomorrow, 3 – 5 June 2011. Among the devices on promotion are the latest models such as HTC Sensation, HTC Flyer and the recently announced HTC Wildfire S.

Although the prices for the latest models remained as per RRP, HTC is throwing a couple of extras. For the Flyer, they are giving out free screen protector, 16GB microSD memory card and a 4800mAh Battery bank. The HTC Incredible comes with a 4800mAh Battery bank while the Wildfire S is bundled with car kit. Other models are bundled with free gifts too so view the full size image above for the details.

Surprisingly the original HTC Wildfire is only RM100 cheaper than the latest model but they have thrown a 16GB microSD, screen protector and casing to make it more appealing.

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If you’ve signed up for the HTC Desire S registration of interest you’ve probably already receive this piece of interesting information from Maxis.

Ahead of the launch tomorrow, Maxis has revealed pricing details for the HTC Desire S.

The Desire S which retails at RM1799 outright is offered from as low as RM1299 with 24 months contract. What’s interesting to note is that the data contract is eligible even on Maxis Value First postpaid plan of RM30/month.

So what do you think?

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Update: Maxis has revealed the pricing for the HTC Desire S and it looks like our below RM2k prediction is on the money.

• RM1,799 outright
• RM1,299 on 24 months Maxis contract
• RM1,399 on 18 months Maxis contract
• RM1,499 on 12 months Maxis contract

Assuming the Desire S that Malaysia is getting will run Gingerbread, we have to ask the question. What is the point of getting a Nexus S?

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With the launch of the HTC Desire S looming, one of the most asked question will be how much is it going to cost?

Let’s try to make an educated guess shall we?

First, we know that the almost identically speced HTC Incredible S is retailing for RM1,999 and the slightly more premium albeit older Desire HD is priced at RM2,099.

We also know that the comparable Sony Ericsson Xperia arc is going for RM2,099 outright.

In addition to this, AP sets of the Desire S are starting to crop up in forums like Lowyat.NET and are going for RM1,700.

So from all this are we able to deduce how much the Desire S is going to cost?

The Desire S has the smallest screen compared to the other devices listed here but in terms of processor speed, RAM and camera (actually the Desire S has the least MP count of the lot), all these devices are very close to each other which would mean that the Desire S will very likely be priced around the RM2k mark.

Could we be more specific?

Considering that the AP Desire S is fetching RM1,700 and that the Incredible S has better optics with a 8MP camera with dual-LED flash rear camera and a 1.3MP front camera (5MP single LED flash rear camera and VGA front camera on the Desire S), and a bigger screen (4-inch compared to 3.7-inch on Desire S), we’re predicting that the Desire S to be priced below the Incredible S. So our final number is under RM2k.

Of course with all these things, we could be completely wrong. At least the wait to find out won’t be long. Keep it locked on to SoyaCincau.com this Friday to find out what the real price of the HTC Desire S will be.

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Get ready for massive around KL over the weekend, PC Fair is back! And as always you can expect some deals and promos from the many device manufacture and distributors in Malaysia.

HTC is no different putting out revised pricing for its range of devices and throwing in a free spa voucher worth RM1,390 as well as a 1+1 year warranty for all devices.

You’re looking at:
RM2,099 for HTC Desire HD
RM1,699 for HTC 7 Mozart
RM1,599 for HTC Desire
RM1,399 for HTC Aria and
RM999 for HTC Wildfire

In all honesty, the revised prices are not that great considering the vintage of these device and that LG Optimus 2X is just RM1,899 outright and our current Android favourite, the Sony Ericsson Xperia arc with its Exmor R 8.1MP camera and Bravia Engine 4.0 Reality Display is the same price as the Desire HD outright, but if you’ve always been a fan of these HTC devices that are on offer, PC Fair weekend would be a good time to hunt for a great bargain.

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Update: It looks like we missed a very important clue in the invite. The HTC Desire S will be joining in the fun as well this Friday. So we are actually looking at two more new devices from Maxis! Hats off to the product people at Maxis.

Just to refresh your memory, the HTC Desire S is an evolution of what was one of the best Android smart phones in its time — the HTC Desire. The Desire S features a unibody chassis that is slightly thinner (0.27mm) than the original Desire. Specs-wise, the Desire S runs Qualcomm’s latest single-core 1Ghz Snapdragon MSM8255 that is in the Incredible S, Sony Ericsson Xperia arc and Xperia Play.

The significant difference is that the Desire S comes with 768MB of RAM and 1.1GB of on board storage. Also, it’s very likely that the Desire S that will be launched this Friday will be running Android 2.3 Gingerbread. If this is indeed that case, this makes the Desire S the third device in the local market to run Google’s latest mobile OS.

Other than that, you get 3.7-inch 480×800 pixel Super LCD screen, a 5MP camera with a single LED flash and 720p video recording, there’s also a VGA front camera, dual-mic for active noise-cancellation and a 1450mAh battery to power it all up.

Check out a promo video of Desire S here.

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One of the most promising and yet vastly underrated tablets to come out this year is coming to Malaysia and it’s happening this Friday!

Yeap, we’re talking about the HTC Flyer with its tremendously fresh Scribe Technology stylus interface will launch at the end of this week with Maxis.

We got to hand it to Maxis for being really proactive in bringing all this new and exciting devices to Malaysia. In the span of less than two months we’ve seen the Nexus S, the awesome Xperia arc and now the HTC Flyer tablet make their debuts with Maxis. All this action is certainly is keeping a lot of geeks and device junkies out there very, very happy.

Keep up the awesome Maxis! Now can you tell us when the Xoom and Atrix are coming?

Excited about the HTC Flyer? Check out a full six minute demonstration video of the device here.

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Maxis, Malaysia’s most prolific telco when it comes to Android devices has started another recruitment drive for Maxis10 Review program. This time is the HTC Desire S as announced via twitter. Following the pattern of the past few Maxis 10 program, the launch of such device should be happening pretty soon in matter of weeks time. Just a few days back, they did the same drive for the HTC Flyer.

If you’re interested to sign up for the review program, head to Maxis10 page here. For more details of the new Desire S, check out our previous post.

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Slashgear has reported that HTC’s current and older line up of Desires will be receiving Android 2.3 Gingerbread update which includes the original HTC Desire, HTC Desire HD and HTC Desire Z. The news was confirmed by a HTC spokesperson and it will be rolled out in Q2 this year. Another model, Incredible S which was launched recently with Froyo is also receiving the Gingerbread update about the same time.

Earlier on, there was teaser from Three UK that HTC Desire but this latest updates confirms it further. So far HTC seems to be the most progressive Android manufacturer in terms of software updates as they were among the first to announce Froyo updates for its older models and now the Gingerbread. Hopefully the rest of the Android players will follow suit.

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