T-Mobile G1 Updates Blog

With the recent release of the all mighty G1 from T-Mobile and Google (and thanks to HTC for the casing), the official first update goes over the airwaves today to the swarming armies of G1 users. By armies, I mean all 26 people that have one.

Don’t trip though, we love the G1, and like any other great product, it’s going to take time and in this crazy smartphone marketplace, it’s going to have to prove to thousands of “iphoners” and other fanboys that it has the guts to take the place of your (insert trendy, overpriced smartphone here).

I think Google, T-Mobile, and HTC are cool with that, and with the collective marketing resources (pockets) of the two, creating buzz and popularity probably won’t be a problems. There are already early reports of the Android OS kicking ass 6 ways from Sunday, so that’s always a good sign.

Anyway, if you’re a G1 holder, be on the lookout from today to the 31st for the first wave of G1 updates.

For those wondering what the update will include, Will, a T-Mobile Forum Administrator, released a FAQ of the new update hitting the airwaves today, and here it is:

What does this update do? This update will include enhancements (I don’t know what is termed an “enhancement”:smileywink: and one bug fix that is visible to customers which makes all songs from Amazon available for listening.

Why do I need it? So your device will perform better long term and you don’t have to worry about corrupt files from Amazon.

When will I get mine? If you participated in the PreSale, you will receive it between the 23rd-25th otherwise you should get it by 10/31.  For those receiving their devices after that date you should receive the update soon after you activate the phone (within 2 – 3 days).  New phones from HTC will come pre-loaded with the update.

What if I don’t get mine? Just wait for it, it will come.

What do I do when I haven’t gotten mine by the time you said I’d get mine? Wait a little longer

Seriously, I didn’t get mine.  Where is it and when will I get it? Why am I missing out? Check your software version, you probably had the new software all along and were waiting for nothing.

How do I check my software version? From the main screen hit Menu > Settings > About phone > Build number.  Look for where it says RC##  The initial release is RC19.  The Updated release is RC28

Will I lose any applications or settings? Nope.  Your settings and apps should be preserved.

We’ll keep you updated on the updates because afterall, the word updates is in our domain name, and we wouldn’t want to fall short of your expectations