Software update: HTC Sensation 4G

Understanding the Update
Beginning May 16, an optional update will be available for the Sensation 4G to update to the latest operating system, Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich). You can choose to download the update to Android 4.0.3 by following the software update steps.

Note: HTC Sensation 4G will be required to add Wi-Fi mobile Hotspot feature in order to use the service after completing this update. You can add the feature online at my.t-mobile.com or by calling customer care.

Current Software Version Update Status
3.32.531.14710RD
This software version is current. Your device software is up to date.
1.50.531.1
1.45.531.1
1.29.531.2
Beginning May 16, follow the steps below to Download update from HTC.
Other versions
T-Mobile and HTC will not send you a software update.

Devices with non-T-mobile software versions are out of warranty and do not receive updates.


Software versions
See also: Check your software version.

Android version 4.0.3 / Software version 3.32.531.14710RD - Current version
Version
Android 4.0.3 / Software version 3.32.531.14710RD
Approved 5/16/2012

New Features
Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich)
Sense 3.6
System bar enhancements to easily view recent apps.
Re-sizeable widgets
Lock screen actions including pull down notifications and adjust volume while device is locked.
Data usage controls.
Face Unlock
Home screen folders
Improved battery life
Note: HTC Sensation 4G will be required to add Wi-Fi Mobile Hotspot feature in order to use the service after completing this update.

Improvements
Improved text input and spell checking
Improved menu structure

Prerequisites
Manual update
Device is running Android version 2.3.3 / Software version 1.50.531.1, 1.29.531.2, or 1.45.531.1
Device software is not rooted
More than 50% battery life
Data or Wi-Fi connection

Android version 2.3.4 / Software version 1.50.531.1
Android version 2.3.4 / Software version 1.45.531.1
Android version 2.3.3 / Software version 1.29.531.2



Resolution Steps
Download update from HTC
You may request the update from the update servers, even if you have not received the Over the Air (OTA) update. To download or check for updates, follow these steps:

Connect to Wi-Fi for fastest download.

Note: This is a large update and can take over 20 minutes if downloading over the GSM network. Connect to Wi-Fi before updating for best results.

From the Home screen, press the Menu key.
Touch Settings.
Touch About phone.
Touch HTC software updates.
Touch Check.
Follow the on-screen prompts.
Wait as your phone restarts and updates to Android 4.0.3 / Software version 3.32.531.14710RD.