The HTC One M9 is getting a camera upgrade. It comes in the way of a software update that HTC is pushing out to improve the subpar performance we saw in our review.
found some improvements, but it still doesn’t match the excellent photographic skills of the Galaxy S6. However the M9 is a good phone overall, it’s one of many receiving a blessing from the update gods this week.
But other hardware was still were graced by the update gods; let’s explore who is getting a new treat with their device this week. It’s part of our weekly roundup of major software updates for the biggest devices, including phones tablets on U.S. carriers, unlocked phones, even wearables. Making sure your device is running the latest available software is a good housekeeping practice, ensuring you have the latest features with fewer bugs gaping security holes.
AT&T
HTC One M9: The camera update comes in the form of software version 1.32.502.31. ong with the camera improvement are some bug fixes. If you want to flash the update yourself, you can get it directly from HTC.
Galaxy S4 Active: Sometimes devices this old get aboned, but that isn’t the case yet here. The more rugged version of the Galaxy S4 is getting Android llipop, along with the usual round of bug fixes. The AT&T changelog has further specifics.
T-Mobile
HTC One M9: The camera software update is on its way to the magenta network’s version of the M9. The T-Mobile support page has all the details, which includes fixes to BlinkFeed “user experience” improvements.
Sprint
Galaxy S4: If you have the model that’s compatible with Sprint’s Spark enhanced E network, you should be seeing an update to llipop. A Sprint support page details all the goodies, which includes HD voice, -Fi calling enhancements, security patches.
Nexus
Nexus ayer: The Nexus ayer isn’t exactly flying off shelves, which makes it a perfect test device for seeding Android 5.1.1. This is a minor, bug-focused update, has already posted the factory images binaries. The good news is this update will probably start heading to other Nexus devices soon.
Nvidia
Shield Tablet: love this gaming tablet, it looks like Android 5.1 is on its way. It addresses performance responsiveness issues the company has been hearing about from the community. It’s promised for “the coming weeks,” so stay tuned.
Samsung
Galaxy Tab S 8.4: The -Fi variant of Samsung’s tablet is making the jump to Android 5.0.1. You should be seeing an over-the-air update in the next few days, but if you don’t want to wait you can install it with Samsung’s Kies software.
