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Kyocera Echo Gingerbread Update Hitting Devices Today

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Aug 1, 2011, 10:36 AM by Eric M. Zeman
updated Aug 1, 2011, 10:44 AM

Kyocera has confirmed to Phone Scoop that a software update will be distributed to the Echo smartphone starting today. The device brings most features of Android 2.3 Gingerbread to the Echo. The update also includes a few other features: pinch-to-zoom support; an improved downloads app; an upgrade to the Swype 3.0 virtual keypad; and Eco mode. Contrary to published reports, the update does not include support for NFC nor Wi-Fi calling. The Echo is a dual-screened Android smartphone that is sold by Sprint. Users will be notified when their device is ready for the update, or may use the on-board system tools to check for the update directly.

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Kyocera Echo

3.5" display 480 x 800 pixels
Snapdragon S1 QSD8650 processor
1,370 mAh battery
Memory Card Slot, Headphone Jack (3.5mm)

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