14 DAY TRIAL // A new software update is now available for the owners of a ThunderBolt by HTC handset on Verizon Wireless' airwaves, packed with a great deal of enhancements for the device.
The new software update comes with Build Number: 1.70.605.0 Baseband: 1.39.00.0613w, 0.01.69.0613w_1, and weighs in at 74MB.
The new firmware for ThunderBolt is being delivered to all users over the air, which means that they will be informed on its availability, while also receiving the option to download and install it on their devices.
As stated above, the new software update brings various improvements on the wireless carrier's first LTE-capable handset.
The release notes include: - Improved data connectivity. - Enhanced Call History view. - Reduced number of device power cycles and resets. - Improved Bluetooth Discovery Mode pop-up window. - View App Menu in tabbed layout. - People search function enabled. - Backup Assistant has been added to the All Apps menu. - Preloaded My Verizon, V CAST Music and V CAST Videos. - Desktop cradle App is now available, showing clock in landscape mode. - NY Times site has been added into the browser bookmarks.
As can be seen, the new update does not bring along an upgrade for the operating system too, although the enhancements packed with it are more than welcome.
“Verizon Wireless and HTC encourage you to download this update. For step-by-step instructions on how to perform this download, please visit verizonwireless.com/thunderboltsupport,” the wireless carrier notes.
The HTC ThunderBolt was launched at Verizon Wireless a few months ago with Google's Android 2.2 Froyo operating system on board, and the carrier is expected to bring it up to the latest flavor of the platform, though nothing is announced on the matter for the time being, though rumors did emerge.
With support for Verizon's 4G LTE network and with high-end hardware inside, the ThunderBolt is one of the most appealing handsets on the market in the United States at the moment, and an upgrade to Gingerbread would certainly make it even more attractive.