Most Android smartphone owners are eager to get the latest OS updates for their device. HTC is no exception with its wide range of smartphones that come with decent specs that’s capable of running the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.

With speculation and unofficial announcements flying around, HTC has published a full schedule which sets the record straight on their commitment to upgrade its current and past models. So far we have seen several models being upgraded including the HTC Sensation XE. The Android 4.0 upgrade comes with its HTC Sense 3.6.

Next in line will be the HTC Incredible S, EVO 3D, Desire S & Rhyme which is scheduled for June/July. Surprisingly, the granddaddy HTC Desire HD is still included with roll out expected in July-August.

Unfortunately not all devices are listed especially the lower end HTC Wildfire S, Chacha, Salsa and Explorer. Even their 7″ tablet HTC Flyer is not listed as well.

Head over to HTC’s blog to check out your device’s roll out timelines.

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Sony Xperia S users that have been waiting for Android 4.0 ICS update might just need to wait a little longer.

There Sony Mobile support forum guys had gotten a little mix up with their models and the Xperia S is only getting the OS upgrade in later part of Q2 which is somewhere end June/early July. Earlier they have mistakenly announced that the roll out is coming out in the next couple of weeks around end May/early June window. Apparently this wasn’t a delay as the roll out schedule has always been end Q2 2012.

However, here’s probably a good reason to wait out a little longer. It is said that the Xperia NX which is an equivalent to the Xperia S will be getting the very latest Android 4.0.4 of Ice Cream Sandwich. This would probably iron out more bugs and has better power management. If people are made to wait, hopefully it is really worth the wait.

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Great news to Galaxy Note users in Malaysia, the much awaited Ice Cream Sandwich update is available. We’ve been testing it on our loaner Galaxy Note and we can say that update brings all the great features from Ice Cream Sandwich integrated almost seamlessly with Samsung’s TouchWiz interface.

At first use, the update goes almost unnoticed but as you dig deeper into the settings and the other features like multi-tasking and camera, the enhancements become more and more noticeable. We’ve gotten reports from some user saying that they’ve experience higher battery drain. We can say that during our testing, we didn’t experience any such issues. The Galaxy Note with Ice Cream Sandwich feels much improved over the Gingerbread version.

A number of you have also asked for a guide on how to get the Ice Cream Sandwich for the Galaxy Note. We’ll try to produce a video for this but in the meantime, here’s a step-by-step guide. First of all, you need to know that the update is not available over the air (OTA). So unlike other devices, you will not be able to download the update directly onto your device via WiFi or 3G.

What you will need to do is install Kies – a software the allows you to manage the contents of your device using a computer – and update the Galaxy Note using the software. Samsung Kies (version 2.0) is available for download here.

Ok here’s what you need to do to update your Galaxy Note to Ice Cream Sandwich:

1. Download and Install Samsung Kies on your computer. Do not connect your device while you’re installing Kies. Connect your device only after you have installed the software.
2. After you have installed Kies, connect your device to your PC and activate the Kies application
3. If this is your first time connecting your Galaxy Note to your PC, let the PC install all the necessary drivers
4. Once all the drivers for your device has been installed, Kies should connect to your automatically
5. Once your device is connected to Kies, the software should prompt you that there is an update available and will as to begin the update
6. Click “Update” to begin the process. After that just follow the instructions on your screen and do not disconnect the Galaxy Note until update is complete. Kies will tell you when it’s safe to do so

Hope the information has been useful for you. Here’s a link to an illustrated guide on the steps described above. Also, here’s a video of what you can expect to get from the Ice Cream Sandwich update for the Galaxy Note.

Good luck and enjoy your Galaxy Note now with Ice Cream Sandwich.

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Sony Xperia S users that have been longing for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich may not need wait much longer. According to Sony Mobile, they are sticking to their late May/early June timeline to rollout ICS update to Xperia S users. This came as a forum member speculated that Sony would probably delay such roll out as late as July.

Currently Sony has already upgraded a number of 2011 Xperia handsets including the Xperia arc S, Xperia ray and Xperia neo V to the latest version. The remaining models including the original Xperia arc & Xperia play is expected to receive them in the next few months as well.

So far Sony has proven itself to be proactive in rolling out Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update, which is a major improvement since their early Xperia X10 days. The rest of its 2012 Xperias such as the Xperia P, Xperia U and Xperia sola are expected to be upgraded soon.

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Galaxy Note owners, the time to do that happy dance is now. While Samsung is releasing the official ICS update for the Galaxy Note in phases according to regions, Faryaab – a recognized XDA develop – has repackaged the update and set it free on the wonderful world wide web for you to enjoy.

Here’s how you get Ice Cream Sandwich with Premium Suite right now. Note: root required.

• Extract the firmware
• Open the included Odin
• Put your device in Recovery MODE (Home + Volume up + Power)
• Wipe Data/Factory reset
• Wipe Cache
• Take Out Your battery & put it back in
• Put your device into Download MODE (Home + Volume Down + Power)
• Click PDA and select *.tar.md5
• Then finally click START!

Update download link and full details here.

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Also, thanks @baliriot for sending this in

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It’s confirmed, Samsung has started releasing Ice Cream Sandwich update for the Galaxy Note together with its Premium Suite of features but before owners start doing the happy dance, Samsung firmware updates are generally released in phases according to region so it will be a couple of weeks or longer till Malaysian users get the update notification. Hold your happy dance till then.

Having said that, if you’re a Galaxy Note user and you do get the update notification do update us so we can share with the rest. Gamsahabnida

In the meantime, check out what you’ll be getting with Ice Cream Sandwich and the Samsung Premium Suite on the Galaxy Note in this video.

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When the ultra slim Motorola RAZR was launched in Malaysia, Motorola mentions that it will be upgraded to the latest Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. Originally planned for Q2 2012, we have yet to see anything from them until now.

In Greece, a RAZR owner had a problem with his device and has sent it in for repairs. When he got his unit back, he noticed something really different and looks like the service centre had flashed the unfinalised version of its upcoming ICS software. When questioned, Motorola and the telco that did the repairs refuse to reveal any details of the upgrade.

Looking at things, we might be expecting Motorola to roll out the upgrade pretty soon and version 4.0.4 is rather new that’s currently running on the Galaxy S III. Today, the 7.1mm Motorola RAZR is still the slimmest device you can get locally and it is now going for RM1699.

Head after the break for screenshots of the new RAZR ICS software.

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The one year old LG Optimus 2X was the first Android dual-core smart phone to hit Malaysia. In terms of software, LG has been trying to keep its devices up to date with the latest version and so far it is running on Android 2.3 Gingerbread.

Earlier on, LG was expected to roll out Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich in Q2 this year. However based on the latest update, it looks like LG users might need to wait for another quarter in Q3 and we hope this is finally the real deal. Other devices expected to be upgraded include the Optimus Black, Optimus 3D & LG Prada.

Thanks @baliriot for the alert.

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Samsung Galaxy S II i9100G owners can now do the happy dance as Samsung has started rolling out Android 4.0 update for the TI OMAP-based device.

The update is currently being released across several countries but it is not considered as a global release just yet so users in Malaysia may or may not have received the update. If you’re an i900G owner, check Kies of any update notifications. If there is any please do let us know so that we can update this post. Thanks in advanced.

In the meantime, check out the new features you will enjoy with ICS on the Galaxy S II. Here’s a comparison between a Galaxy S II running Android 2.3 Gingerbread and a Galaxy S II running ICS.

Thanks @baliriot for the headsup!

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A new Sony mobile device has made an early appearance, rumoured as the entry level Sony ST21i that carries the codename “Tapioca”.

The device is said to carry a Qualcomm MSM7227 800MHz processor, 3.2″ HVGA display (320×480), 512MB of RAM and a 3MP camera. It comes with a 1,460mAh battery with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich installed. Spec and screensize wise, the ST21i is a model below the Xperia neo L which was announced recently with Ice Cream Sandwich installed. In terms of design, it does have an elevated display design like the Xperia Sola but we won’t expect it to come with the Floating Touch feature.

One more shot of the device next to a Sony Xperia S after the break.

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