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Official ROM Update for Cingular 8525

May 2nd, 2007 No comments

The latest ROM version includes added features that will help you get more out of your device!
What is included:
New Daylight Saving Time rules.
Push To Talk
Cellular Video
“Wireless Modem” is replaced with “Internet Sharing”.
AT&T Music
Includes Music player, Shop Music, Music ID, Streaming Music, Music Video and Community.
Access to MediaNet via WiFi without having to change the device connection settings.
Network Icons have been updated:
Show E icon when EDGE is detected.
Show 3G icon when UMTS is detected.
X-Button application-
Allows the user to determine what the X button does when tapped (close program or minimize program). This will help the user manage available memory
Branding will be updated to reflect AT&T rather than Cingular.
USB sync cable is connected to your device and PC to establish a connection with Activesync.
The standby and hibernation modes are disabled on the computer.
All running applications on the computer have been closed.
Ensure that you device has a battery level of at least 50% (Start>Settings>System Tab>Power>Battery tab). If the battery ?dies? during the upgrade process, there is a chance that it will not recover and will need to be sent to AT&T/HTC for repairs.
The update can take up to 25 minutes so set aside time when you will not be interrupted.
All data will be deleted from the device during the upgrade (music, pictures, 3rd party applications, etc); be sure to back up all of your data using Activesync prior to upgrading.
Do Not interrupt the upgrade process or press any buttons until the process has been completed (the device will reset itself when the update is done).
You can find this update at the HTC America support Site
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DIGITAL CONVERGENCE AW YEAH

March 2nd, 2007 No comments

SO my Siemens Sx66 decided to crack its screen halfway through last bow season and I have been stuck trying to get by on a Sony Ericsson z520a. While Sony makes great phones, it is not my pda, mp3 player, mobile blogger, internet device and cellphone all wrapped up in one like I was used to. SO I spent part of my tax returns on toys this year and picked up the Cingular 8525 aka HTC Hermes. Here are the specs.

OverviewCingular Exclusive! Check out North America’s first 3G UMTS/HSDPA Pocket PC with multiple mobile email options. It is interchangeable on both 3G UMTS/HSDPA and traditional GSM/GPRS/EDGE networks for global coverage. Use this all-in-one global handheld for email, simultaneous voice and data, and other wireless application needs at broadband speeds. Its high powered 400 MHz processor and industry leading email options will keep you on top of your game. It includes Microsoft Windows® Mobile 5.0 with Direct Push Technology, Bluetooth® v2.0, and even Wi-Fi. If you feel the need for mobile speed this is one Pocket PC you won’t leave home without.
Included Features
Cingular Exclusive – Ultra fast 3G UMTS/HSDPA Pocket PC
Single integrated device for simultaneous voice, data, and email
Microsoft Windows® Mobile 5.0 Pocket PC with Messaging & Security Pack
Microsoft Direct Push Technology – Email, calendar, contacts & tasks
Go global with Tri-band UMTS/HSDPA and Quad-band GSM/GPRS/EDGE
Good Mobile Messaging, ActiveSync, & Xpress Mail
Music, MP3 and video support – Windows Media Player 10 Mobile
Sliding QWERTY keyboard with trackwheel for easy navigation
Microsoft Office® Mobile – Access Word, Excel, PowerPoint files
Bluetooth 2.0® wireless connectivity -use multiple accessories simultaneously
2 MP camera with video and flash
Tethers to your laptop as a high-speed modem
Multimedia, text and instant messaging
Integrated Wi-Fi (802.11 b.g) and infrared connectivity
Voice command and voice dialing
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