LG Optimus Black receives Android 4.0 ICS software update in India

The LG Optimus Black is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update in India. The update which brings the Android 4.0.4 OS version can be downloaded through the LG support tool. With ICS you will get features like folders, smoother multitasking and improved performance along with some UI enhancements from LG including updated gesture features, smoother boot animation and the LG Quick Memo app.

The Optimus Black is a smartphone which features a 4 inch display, 5 megapixel camera, a secondary 2 megapixel camera for video calls, 2GB of internal storage which can be expanded through microSD and is powered by a 1GHz processor with 512MB of RAM.

Samsung Android 4.1 Jelly Bean update plans revealed

Samsung has revealed its update schedule for existing Android smartphones on its Ukraine website. The Samsung Galaxy Note and the Samsung Galaxy S II will be receiving the Android 4.1 Jelly Bean software update in March. Meanwhile the budget friendly devices like the Samsung Galaxy Ace 2 and the Samsung Galaxy S Advance will receive the update in April. The news is not only about phones, tablets like the Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.0 Plus and the Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 are also included in Samsung update plans.

HTC Thunderbolt finally receives Android ICS software update

The HTC Thunderbolt for Verizon is finally receiving its Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. It’s a little disappointing that Verizon and HTC have taken so long to release the update, especially since two newer versions of Android have been released since ICS.

You should receive a notification when the update is available for your device (if you still have it around) at which point you can download and install the update. You can also manually check for the update under Settings.

LG Optimus 2X is now receiving Android 4.0 ICS update

The LG Optimus 2X is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. The Optimus 2X is a great device with a 4.0 inch display, 8GB of internal storage and an 8 megapixel camera capable of capturing video at 1080p HD. However the device was also the first modern smartphone to feature a dual-core processor which added to an already appealing handset. The only downside was that LG was very slow with releasing Android updates for the device.

Finally after months of campaigning by its users, LG has finally given into the demands and released the ICS update. The update is already rolling out to the Korean version of the device and is now being made available to Optimus 2X owners in Europe.

[Guide] How to install Android ICS on Nokia N9

If you own a Nokia N9 and have been a fan of our website, you would already know that Android 4.0 and Android 4.1 have been ported for the N9 by developers. Up until now, developers have not released a method by which we can install these ports on our device, but it looks like that is about to change.

Now we have a working port for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for your Nokia N9 and you can follow our step-by-step guide to install it on your device to dual-boot with Meego.

LG Viper 4G LTE to receive Android 4.0 ICS update in the coming weeks.

Its hard to believe that Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich updated have still not been completed. Especially now that Android 4.2 Jelly Bean has been released. Users of the LG Viper 4G LTE will be happy to know that they wont be kept waiting too much longer as the ICS update is reported to be heading to the device sometime in the next two weeks.

Users will receive another notification when the update is ready for their device, at which point they can download the update Over-the-Air (OTA) which will carry the software version ZVI.

LG Spectrum receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

The LG Spectrum for Verizon is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update which brings Android to version 4.0.4 and offers software version VS920ZV7 on the device. The update is around 384MB in size, so be sure to connect to your Wi-Fi network to avoid excessive data charges. Given LG’s general lapse on providing timely updates, owners of the device will be happy to be getting their hands on the latest version of Android on their device.

LG Lucid receives 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich

The LG Lucid for Verizon is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update which brings Android to version 4.0.4 and offers software version VS840ZV7 on the device. The update is around 384MB in size, so be sure to connect to your Wi-Fi network to avoid excessive data charges. Given LG’s general lapse on providing timely updates, owners of the device will be happy to be getting their hands on the latest version of Android on their device.

Motorola Droid Bionic receives Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update

Last we heard from the Motorola Droid Bionic it was undergoing a soak test for Android ICS. Now Motorola has announced the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update for the Droid Bionic. Motorola first announced the ICS update for the Bionic in October last year and it is great to see the update finally roll out for the device. The update will roll out in phases and users should start receiving notifications of the update availability starting October 19th. If you haven't received the notification you can manually check for the update after the 19th by heading over to the Settings.

With this rollout Motorola would have completed their ICS updates for their devices according to the Android ICS roadmap they laid out last month.

Motorola Droid Bionic receives soak test, possible ICS update

Motorola Droid Bionic users have been waiting for almost a year for Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich and it looks like that time may have arrived. A select group of Motorola users are reported to have received invitations to take part in a soak test for the device and we assume this could be for Android 4.0.

Motorola Atrix 2 receives Android 4.0 ICS software update

Motorola has not been very generous with the ICS update recently but they have done one good thing, as they have started rolling out Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich for the Motorola Atrix 2.

The update will be offered OTA (Over-the-Air) and users will be offered a notification when the update is available for their devices. You can also manually check for the update by heading over to Settings > About Phone > System Updates.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 for Verizon set to receive Android 4.0 ICS

The Samsung Galaxy Tab 7.7 is set to receive the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. The Motorola Xyboard 8.2 also started receiving the ICS update earlier this week, so it seams that Verizon is on a role. While the update for the Galaxy Tab 7.7 has still not started rolling out, the support documents have already been posted on the Verizon website, which can only indicate the update is not far off.

Pantech Element receives Android 4.0 ICS software update

The Pantech Element for AT&T is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. In order to update the device you will have to download and install the updater application to perform a manual update. Users are warned that the update will remove all user data and they should backup any personal data before proceeding with the update.

You can also use the AT&T Locker to store, sync and share your content.

Pantech Burst receives Android 4.0 ICS software update

The Pantech Burst for AT&T is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. In order to update the device you will have to download and install the updater application to perform a manual update. Users are warned that the update will remove all user data and they should backup any personal data before proceeding with the update.

You can also use the AT&T Locker to store, sync and share your content.

Motorola Droid Xyboard 8.2 receives Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update

The Motorola Droid Xyboard 8.2 for Verizon is now receiving the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update. This tablet was released around ten months and came with Android Honeycomb at a time markets were welcoming ICS tablets.

The larger Motorola Droid Xyboard 10.1 received its ICS update back in August and its good the 8.2 inch version has joined in finally.

No ICS update for Atrix 4G, Electrify and Photon 4G says Motorola

Last Week Motorola made some updates to its list of devices which will receive the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update and four devices were put on a ‘further plans coming soon’ list. Now Motorola has officially confirmed that the Motorola Atrix 4G, Motorola Electrify and the Motorola Photon 4G.

Motorola Atrix 2 receiving Android 4.0 ICS soak test

While initial reports suggested that the Motorola Atrix 2 may not receive the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update when it was put into a “further plans coming soon” list. However it looks like things are about to change as rumors are coming are suggesting that the Atrix 2 is undergoing a soak test.

Motorola reveals Android 4.0 ICS update plans for its devices

Motorola have revealed a revised timeline for their Android software updates and it unfortunately doesn't bring much good news. The Motorola Atrix 4G and the Motorola Atrix 2 both or which are expected to receive Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich are now listed as ‘further plans coming soon’. We hope this doesn't indicate that ICS plans have been cancelled for these two devices.

Sony Xperia ion for AT&T receives Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich software update

Sony is now rolling out the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich  update for the Sony Xperia ion for AT&T. You can download the update using the Sony PC Companion software. The device will receive Android 4.0.4 with software version 6.1.c.1.105 on the LT28AT model.

Samsung Galaxy S III - Android ICS vs Android Jelly Bean comparison

Several manufacturers have now starting rolling out the Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update to their flagship devices. But many users are envying the Nexus series which is being treated to the newer Android 4.1 Jelly Bean.

Jelly Bean is faster and ads some great new features like Google Now and the Samsung Galaxy S III will be one of the early devices to get the update. Check out the following video which shows what's new in Android 4.1 Jelly Bean on the Samsung Galaxy S III compared to Ice Cream Sandwich.