HTC 10 Nougat Update Halted, But Tipped To Resume Within 3 Weeks And Include January Android Security Patch

HTC has apparently stopped the Android Nougat update rollout for its HTC 10 flagship, but it will reportedly resume it within three weeks.

Things have not been going so well for HTC in recent years, after it lost significant ground to Apple and Samsung on the highly competitive smartphone market. The company has been trying to make a comeback and relive its glory days, but the HTC 10 was not the resounding success it likely hoped for.

Unlocked HTC One A9 Starts Receiving Android 7.0 Nougat Update

It is now official: Android 7.0 Nougat has come to the unlocked versions of HTC One A9. The firmware is currently being rolled out through an over-the-air update to devices in the United States and has started last Jan. 16.
The announcement was made by Mo Versi, vice president for product management at HTC U.S., in a Twitter post. It effectively made the One A9 the third device in the HTC stable to get a taste of Nougat after HTC 10 and the One M9.

HTC 10's Android Nougat Update Rollout Hits A Snag As Bugs Turn Up

A still unconfirmed announcement states that HTC has halted the rollout of its Android Nougat update for the HTC 10 after users complained of bugs and problems. The statement came from HTC's subsidiary in Germany.

Last Jan. 13, HTC announced that its strategy for 2017 will largely involve the production of fewer devices to ensure its focus on the handsets and excel in what truly matters. The company, however, might also be talking about its proprietary software because its planned Android Nougat release for HTC 10 has just been stopped after several bugs were discovered.

HTC U Ultra, U Play With Sense Companion Launched: Release Date and Specifications

HTC on Thursday launched two new smartphones in its brand-new U series - the U Ultra and the U Play. The two smartphones feature what the company is calling the HTC Sense Companion, which learns the user's daily patterns to provide usage recommendations and friendly advice. The HTC U Ultra and the HTC U Playprice has not been provided yet, however, company says expected India availability is March. The smartphones will be available in Sapphire Blue, Brilliant Blue, Cosmetic Pink, and Ice White.

HTC U Ultra, U Play, X10 Leak Again Ahead of Thursday Launch; U Ultra Tipped to Sport Ticker Display

Even though HTC 10 was hailed as one of the best designed smartphones from last year by several mobile critics, the company might be changing few design elements with its upcoming phone. If the newly-leaked images are anything to go by, the upcoming HTC smartphone will borrow some of its design elements from companies like LG and Samsung. The leak comes just ahead of HTC's For U event on Thursday, which will be live streamed, and where the company is expected to unveiled the U Ultra (aka Ocean Note), U Play (aka Alpine), and One X10 smartphones.

HTC Ocean Leaked Promo Trailer Shows Sleek Device With Curved Edge Display

HTC has been lagging behind rivals in recent years but that could change soon. The purported HTC Ocean (HTC 11) has leaked in a promo video and shows a curved-edge display and premium design, likely with high-end specs as well.

The purported HTC Ocean, expected to launch as the HTC 11, has just leaked in a new promo video showing off a sleek design with curved edges.

Android 7.0 Nougat rolling out to the T-Mobile HTC 10 and LG G Pad X 8.0

While everyone is busy paying attention to the happenings at CES, T-Mobile has dropped a few big OTA updates. Android 7.0 Nougat is coming to the HTC 10 and LG G Pad X 8.0. If you have one of these devices, now is the time to start mashing the update button. Okay, don't actually do that, but an update will arrive soon.

Purported HTC One X10 Spotted At The Bluetooth SIG: One A9 Successor Arriving Soon

Purported HTC One X10 Spotted At The Bluetooth SIG...:

An unknown HTC device has dropped by the Bluetooth SIG and it might be the
HTC One X10. The handset is expected to debut on Jan. 12 with midrange
specs on board, sporting an affordable price tag.

A new HTC smartphone has dropped
by the Bluetooth SIG and it's believed to be none other than the One
X10, successor to the One A9.
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