14 DAY TRIAL // LG Ally owners will be happy to find that a new firmware update is being rolled out by Verizon Wireless carrier these days. The LG Ally software version VS740ZV8 update includes numerous enhancements and improvements. The Android-based device is being distributed exclusively through Verizon carrier since May 2010.
LG Ally runs on Android 2.1 (Eclair) OS and is powered by a Qualcomm MSM 7227 600 MHz processor. It features 256MB RAM, 512 MB ROM, as well as microSD card slot for memory expansion (up to 16GB). The smartphone packs a 5-megapixel camera, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.1 with A2DP support, and GPS with A-GPS support.
Those that bought the device are encouraged by Verizon to download the software update to take advantage of the new enhancements. The update is already pushed by the carrier and can be automatically installed Over-the-Air.
LG Ally owners will get a notification window on their screen with the system update with the options to install it immediately or later. Choosing the latter will delay the install with about 30 minutes. You can manually install the update by going to "Home" / "Menu" / "Settings" / "About phone" / "System updates".
Here is the update's changelog:
Increased QWERTY keyboard operability; Streamlined alert functions; Improved usability with alert sounds for authentication or confirmation of Bluetooth functions; Increased speed and response time for Messaging and Camera applications; Manage your schedule with preloaded Corporate Calendar application; Improved Amazon MP3 application; Preloaded Backup Assistant application is now available; Enjoy an enhanced preloaded Visual Voicemail application; Sync Facebook contacts with a new preloaded application.