While Legend owners are showing dismay that Android 2.2 aka Froyo is not possible, HTC Singapore had quickly retracted their statement on the no-upgrade comment made yesterday.

A quick check today revealed that the same comment was deleted. This eventually leads to a possibility that Android 2.2 Froyo might be available to the HTC Legend along its other Android siblings launched this year. We find no other reason for retraction except that it is definitely coming.

It is too early to tell right now but we also heard some rumours that HTC Desire might be getting the Android 2.2 Froyo next week, 23rd of June. When that happens, most likely other HTC models would be getting it shortly after that.

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UPDATE: HTC Singapore removes comment, there’s still hope for HTC Legend being upgraded to Froyo

Just while we’re talking about handsets getting Android 2.2 Froyo update, we got tipped off about HTC Legend’s upgrade to Froyo. Responding to a question on Facebook, HTC Singapore had mentioned that the HTC Legend is not upgradable to the latest Android 2.2 (Froyo).

So far this is the only mention of HTC Legend’s upgrade from a HTC representative. There isn’t other source to back this up so it may or may not be true. Last month, HTC did mentioned that handsets released this year will be getting some Froyo loving but they didn’t specify which models are getting it. Since HTC Legend is launched in March 2010, we believe that it could be one of the recipients.

The Legend in our opinion is a pretty good Android device with an affordable price tag but it will be even awesome to function as a WiFi Hotspot if it runs on Froyo.

In case you missed it, check out our unboxing and usability review.

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We mentioned earlier that HTC has an update for its Legend. At first we’re excited that HTC might have surprised us with an early Froyo upgrade but there’s no clear mention of Android 2.2 or even a log of enhancement that comes with the new upgrade.

While the notification is yet to come out, we decide to check for software updates manually. This as expected, prompted us to download the new version which an option to download via WiFi or 3G.

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Engadget has gotten a tip off that HTC has announced the availability of Android 2.1 upgrade for HTC Hero. This is great news but it appears to be only available for Taiwan. The Taiwan site of HTC’s support page explains that the upgrade will come to HTC Hero Users as an Over The Air download notification. This is not found on the South East Asia version.

Users are advised to use either WiFi or unlimited 3G data plan to download the upgrade. You can view the English translation here.

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It turns out Maxis hearts Android more than DiGi.

Just announced via twitter, Maxis will be offering the country’s largest selection of Android phones ever.

Phones on offer include the HTC Legend (checkout our extensive review here), Motorola Milestone, SonyEricsson Xperia X10, Samsung Galaxy and LG GW620.

Sadly, the heavy hitters of the Android league is not here. Would be awesome if Maxis had included the Nexus One and the HTC Desire in the mix. Maybe later, we presume.

Maxis are offering subsudised pricing for the devices as well, with the entry level Galaxy going for a very attractive RM799 when you sign up for a 12 months data contract.

We’ll look into the details a little later but for now head on over to after the jump for the subsidised pricing of all the Android phones Maxis has to offer.

The phones will be available from Maxis starting Labour Day, May 1st.

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After our Unboxing Post of the HTC Legend, now it’s time to see if it works as good as it looks. We’re going to compare the user experience with the iPhone 3GS, a worthy competitor in this segment.

We’ll be showing you how it fares when it comes to typing, moving around through menus, internet browsing experience, media capabilities and of course photo and video performance.

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As reported earlier, the HTC Legend has finally hit our shores via DiGi’s DG Smart Plan and Celcom Exec Plan offering. We managed to get our hands on a unit and will be giving you a detail look on what HTC has to offer.

Let’s go thru the unboxing as we give our initial impression of the Legend.

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Celcom is having a roadshow at KLCC Concourse area from 13-19 April 2010 with special discounts on BlackBerry and other devices. What caught our attention is a range of HTC Android phones including HTC Tattoo, HTC Hero and the latest HTC Legend.

There’s a crazy sale promo that’s happening between 12PM-2PM during the roadshow where they give extra discounts limited to 30 units daily.

If you’re eyeing for the HTC Legend, we suggest getting it from DiGi for RM999. No rushing during lunch hour required.

Download the brochure here.

More details here.

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DiGi has just revamped its DG Smart Plan with its RM68/month commitment postpaid plan. Previously “DG Smart Plan” was a time limited Blackberry plan that offers the Blackberry Curve 8520 for RM549. Now DiGi has expanded the offering with more devices which include the most welcomed Android powered HTC Legend and Blackberry Bold 9700.

How Smart is DG Smart Plan?
So far most data centric users would sign up existing postpaid plan with a bolt-on monthly data package. This is what we call Postpaid First, Data Second approach.

Thanks to online social networking such as Twitter and Facebook, more users are jumping on the mobile data bandwagon. What’s more interesting to note is that people are starting to communicate over mobile Internet either via Blackberry messaging or IMs such as Ping and Whatsapp.

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We quipped earlier that Malaysian telcos are not giving enough TLC to Android devices. Celcom does have a Celcom Exec plan that offers a subsidised HTC Magic but its not promoted in a big way.

DiGi‘s stepped up to the plate offering a subsidised Android based phone at a very attractive price with its latest DG Smart Plan.

The Android based phone in question is the just launched HTC Legend and our early analysis of DiGi’s plan looks like the Legend is most likely Malaysia’s cheapest newest Android device.

Funky new commercials aside, we’ll put DiGi’s latest plan under the microscope to see if it really does offer great value for your money. Do check back for updates.

Update: We’ve taken a close look at DG Smart Plan, find out more about it.

Update 2: We’ve just unboxed a HTC Legend. Read about it here.

In the meantime, check out the HTC Legend product video after the jump.

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