RC33 G1 firmware update gets detailed in full
By Donald Melanson 
posted Feb 4th 2009 5:47PM
posted Feb 4th 2009 5:47PM
We've already heard of one big new feature included in the RC33 firmware update for the G1, but with the update now trickling out into the wild, we've finally got the complete rundown of what's been added and fixed. Leading the list of additions is the ability to check for software updates, and receive automatic updates in the Android Market when an updated application is available. You'll also now be able to take advantage of Google Voice Search, save pictures received as MMS, and report comments in the Market as spam when you see fit. The update also apparently fixes some messaging stability issues, as well as a problem with a lack of reminders on calendar items, and a pesky issue that caused some G1s to hang at the G1 screen. Hit up the link below for the complete breakdown, and keep an eye on your handset for the over-the-air update.
This looks so familiar.
But, ultimately it will FAIL in the shadow of the APPSTORE.
You have gone from bad troll that sometimes had something good to say, to just plain troll :(
TOO BAD THEY CAN'T MAKE IT APPLE
P.S. - If you post too soon behind me, someone might think you and I are iEye.
Too bad there isn't an instant Lowest Ranked for comments that stupid.
I want Cupcake, dammit!
Thank you for illustrating exactly the kind of marketplace comment spam we all want to flag.
Getting my G1 tomorrow. My first 3G smartphone. This software update will only make it sweeter.
I like how your name is flashpoint...symbolism much? you the latest troll?
No paid apps? Big deal.
"Early first quarter 2009", eh? FAIL.
Dear Mr tard,
You do know when 1st quarter ends right? You know when the middle of first quarter is right? STFU braindead troll.
Hmm, I am VERY happy to see these changes. I can't wait for it to trickle down to me! Heck, I am still running on RC29. I can't wait for this update!
How? I thought updates were automatic... mine are anyway.
Android kicks ass as far as trickle-down updates goes. When's the last time I received a WinMo update?
Oh yeah, never. =\
Here's hoping Microsoft remedies this trend starting with 6.1/6.5.
Man I wish I had an iPhone since they would charge for the update. Now back to looking at naked photos of my g/f that she sent through mms, and playing games, god multitasking is so hard, I wish they disabled it on my phone!
Just FYI, but Apple has never charged for any iPhone firmware updates.
Pssht. Everone knows the only way to get a girlfriend is to own an iPhone.
In all seriousness, it can do MMS. There's a free app for it. Check the appstore. Been there for months.
No they only charge for the less popular touch updates. Tomato \ Tomoto differences there. The point being Apple is a price gouging asshole of a company. If they didn't think people would flock away from the iGod they would charge for updates.
The number of "first"ers on the android market nearly brings me to interweb tears.
Thank you for the "spam" update. I can rest easy again
mercnet,
what are u smoking???
because you cant send pics through email right??
Ooh! MMS! It already trumps iPhone!
"the ability to check for software updates, and receive automatic updates in the Android Market when an updated application is available."
GOOD GRIEF. And the iPhone gets criticised for missing features?!
So far every app that I've installed did this when I started the app, so it's already there. Honestly this "new" feature seems like it's already there, so maybe the article is unclear.
Well, it seems like it'd be an astounding oversight if they weren't there already – so I'm happy to believe you over the article I guess.
Android apps currently have to implement their own update checking notifications, having it built into the marketplace is a new feature of RC33. I agree, it was a very silly thing to leave out originally and I'm glad they've finally added support for it.
Mercnet you fail. Why would apple charge for this update? Have they ever charged for a new update on the iPhone? Didn't think so.
Apple charged ipod touch user's for 1 update
thats where he looks even more stupid.
OMG Light [cycles] Racer
Its a pretty addictive game. The problem is the scroll ball is too touchy and its not responsive enough on higher levels. :-\ Oh and tilt lander is also pretty fun.
I just want to know how it will affect my unlocked G1 that I'm using on the att network.
Do you get 3g on AT&T's networks?
The G1 doesn't support AT&T's 3G frequency, so AT&T G1 users only get EDGE.
Still no official Reader app? And no Tasks app, even though mobile Tasks just got released and they're semi-touting the extra Android functionality? God, I hate my life.
something to hold you over til sweet cupcake comes out
Still no fix for the AIM client? HelloAIM is nice, but it'd be nice to have my IM apps all under the same thing.
"report comments in the Market as spam"
Dear god its about fracking time! I wanted to throw a brick through Google's window with a note attached "get off your butt and remove spam from your damn store."
Once more post about cupcake in a rating section...........or my personal favorite the hate review based on alternate language keyboard or the copy of the Qu'ran. Whoever didn't put this open in day one should have been fired.
Too bad you can't get a broken nose through the internet. Man would that be sweet. Better yet break your fingers.....even a few weeks without you typing your shit would be blissful.
Can I save apps to my MicroSD with this update yet? I can't stand having to delete 2 things every time I want to download something new.
The hype cycle is killing me! Fast forward a year from now, and everyone will have forgotten about the iPhone, and will be complaining about how Engadget is reporting on every little G1 software update, and wondering why more press isn't devoted to [insert next latest greatest here - Pre, I'm guessing]. To each their own - isn't that what a free market is about?
@duh,
thats a pretty big assumption. I know android fans get really excited about the "free and open" market, but lets get something a little more concrete, like wait to see how android is doing after people start paying for apps and cupcake comes out. If all goes well after that then you can make your claim.
You are iDouchebag, i swear
Yup still an ugly piece of "cool inside" tech
im still running RC8 apparently. how do i update this?
TC5-RC8 116470
I have an unlocked G1 and have ATT. How do I get my phone updated?
Borrow a tmobile sim card from a friend and wait for an OTA update???
I also read somewhere about manual update. I quote,"Note: This is not a method sanctioned by T-Mobile. The very cautious should wait for the over-the-air update
Instructions:
Download the RC33 update from Google's web site.
Save it to a microSD card and rename it simply "Update.zip".
Shut down the G1, then start it again while holding down the Home key.
The T-Mobile G1 logo will show up as normal but wait a bit -- still holding down the Home key -- and a triangular caution icon next to a phone will appear. When this shows up, hit ALT-L.
This will open a menu of options, one of which is install the contents of "Update.zip". Do this by hitting ALT-S.
Wait several minutes while the new firmware is installed. Don't touch, mess with, or even look too closely at the G1 during this process.
Eventually, a request to simultaneously push the Home and Back keys will appear. (Back is near Home, not the Delete key on the keyboard.) This will restart the device.
The firmware will be copied into ROM, which takes another minute or so, then the G1 will reboot itself normally.
The update process is then complete"
you don't need to do any of that, I'm outside of the country with an unlocked G1, and using a Tigo SIM card (from a service provider outside of the United States) and yesterday I received the upgrade OTA. If anything use anycut and create a shortcut to "device info" and there is a button that says check for upgrades, and it should pop up eventually, I tried it for a couple of days and finally got it.