We know how you HTC Magic owners were upset when you found out about the HTC Hero's Sense UI, which was not on your newly bought handset. But not all is lost! HTC Taiwan has released a ROM upgrade for it's Magic users that packs Android 1.5 (cupcake) and the Sense UI, which could indicate that firmware updates for users in other parts of the world are coming as well.
Rogers has recently lowered the prices for a couple of HTC's Android handsets, Dream and Magic. They both are currently available for just CAD$79.99 on a 3-year contract. If this long term commitment doesn't scare you, get yourself one of these phones without hesitation.
Android phones will officially come to Canada in the beginning of June. Both the HTC Dream and HTC Magic will be available from Rogers Wireless for $199.99 on a 3-year contract starting June 2nd. The off-contract option will cost you a whole $649.99. Get your wallets ready for 'em.
Don't fall for that HTC Magic impostor that floats around at eBay. Yes, it looks like a real deal, only it lacks the HTC logo, 3G support and Android OS. But what did you expect to get for just $122.99?
Engadget Spanish came up with a hands-on video demonstration of the HTC Magic. The handset resembles the previous G1/Dream, but lacks a physical keyboard. Check out the video below.
DoCoMo's has recently announced its new HT-03A handset, which looks exactly like the HTC Magic. In fact, it is a rebranded HTC Magic and is the first Android-powered phone offered by the Japanese carrier. It will be running the latest Android 1.5 OS, which is predictable.
In addition, DoCoMo is apparently planning an interesting surprise for smartphone lovers in 2 week’s time.
Rogers has announced the upcoming launch of the HTC Dream and HTC Magic in the Canada. Both Android handsets will be available starting June 2nd via the carrier. Knowing Rogers' plans, we can't say we're too happy about that.
A spyshot of the T-Mobile inventory system (which we hope is true) has unveiled the american version of the HTC Magic called My Touch 3G. It looks like the device will be available in white, black or merlot colors. There's also another shot of the inventory, which reveals the "HTC Dash 3G", or the carrier's version of the HTC Snap S522.
No launch dates or pricing information is available just yet.
Vodafone Germany and HTC have announced the availability of Android-powered HTC Magic on the German market. The handset will cost you as low as one Euro depending on the chosen plan (minimum of €44.95 (about $59) per month). Or you can get it for €59.90 on a €24.95 plan, which isn't too pricy.
Vodafone has surprisingly announced the launch of the HTC Magic, the company's second Android handset, in Spain. This means that Spanish subscribers will get to enjoy the phone 8 days earlier than the rest of us. Of course, everything has it's price, and the phone won't come cheap.
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