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Software update available for the Sprint Hero

7 June 2010 Leave a Comment

Sprint_Hero

There’s a new software update from HTC for all of us holding on to the Sprint Hero. This updates the Android 2.1 system from 2.27.651.5 to 2.27.651.6. To get the update, open settings and cruise to About Phone > System Updates > HTC software updates, then follow the prompts. Not exactly sure what this is fixing, other than closing the new root exploit, but everyone running a stock Sprint HTC Hero should update accordingly. Those of us riding the root train should hold off until the developers go over this one to see how to handle the changes.

Anyone notice any differences after updating? Let us know in the comments and forums!

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UnrEVOked, Root Your Evo

7 June 2010 2 Comments

androidIf your dying for root access on your Evo 4G but just can’t figure out how ADB works, or custom recoveries confuse you – fear not, my friends. “Unrevoked” might just be for you. It’s a very simple one-click root method which allows you to run root-required apps, and even gives you Super-user protection. All you do is copy the “unrevoked.apk” file onto your SD card and install it using Astro, or some other file manager. Easy enough, right? The only problem is that you have run the app after every reboot, as it’s not permanent. And it also doesn’t give you a custom recovery, so you can’t flash ROMs – but if you’re just looking to run some “root apps”, then this is definitely your cup of tea! After the break are a couple screenshots, and thanks everyone who sent this in! [Read more...]

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