Phone Scoop - HTC myTouch 4G Updates

HTC Offers More Bootloader Unlocking Tools

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 13:04:31 GMT

HTC recently made available to its customers the tools necessary to unlock the bootloaders of some of its older devices. The new phones that have bootloader control include the Droid Eris, Hero, Legend, myTouch 3G, and myTouch 4G. The tools can be downloaded from HTC's web site.

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HTC Issuing Update to Fix Wi-Fi Security Bug

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:17:29 GMT

HTC is in the process of sending out software updates to some of its smartphones to address a security issue concerning the Wi-Fi radio. The problem revolves around applications with the "access_wifi_state" permission, and the ability to sniff out Wi-Fi passwords for networks to which the phone is connected. The affected handsets include the Desire HD, myTouch 4G, Desire S, Sensation, EVO 3D, Droid Incredible, and Thunderbolt. The update had already been distributed to some of the phones over the air, though HTC is working to make a manual update available to the last few. HTC suggests owners of the aforementioned phones check its support page the week of February 6 for more instructions.

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T-Mobile Version of Qik Updated with Better Privacy Controls

Fri, 15 Jul 2011 12:10:06 GMT

Qik today announced an update to its video chatting client for T-Mobile Android devices. The most significant change to the software is enhanced privacy controls. Users will now be able to block anonymous video callers, and all videos recorded will be set to private by default. This lets users specify which videos their contacts are able to see. Qik for T-Mobile is available to the myTouch 4G, Galaxy Tab, Dell Streak 7, Vibrant 4G, Sidekick 4G, G2x, Sensation 4G, and Samsung Exhibit 4G.

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Hulu Expands Android Handset Compatibility

Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:27:27 GMT

Hulu recently updated its Android application making it compatibile with four more handsets. All four are made by HTC, and include the EVO 4G, Droid Thunderbolt, myTouch, and G2. The application is free to download, but Hulu Plus costs $7.99 per month.

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Accessories available at 1800mobiles.com

Fri, 17 Dec 2010 22:07:31 GMT

1800mobiles.com is now selling accessories for the HTC myTouch 4G. Follow the link to check it out.

Accessories available at LetsTalk.com

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:13:20 GMT

LetsTalk.com is now selling accessories for the HTC myTouch 4G. Follow the link to check it out.

Review: T-Mobile myTouch 4G

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 13:49:15 GMT

T-Mobile's second HSPA+ smartphone is the HTC-made myTouch 4G. It follows an evolutionary path as far as the myTouch line goes. Is this the best version yet?

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Released for T-Mobile

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The HTC myTouch 4G is now available for T-Mobile.

Accessories available at CellularAccessory.com

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 17:33:19 GMT

CellularAccessory.com is now selling accessories for the HTC myTouch 4G. Follow the link to check it out.

CTIA Fall 2010

Wed, 06 Oct 2010 02:42:08 GMT

Phone Scoop is on site in San Francisco to take in all the breaking news and hands-on experiences of the fall CTIA trade show. Be sure to check for full coverage and handset first impressions here.

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