Software and app updates

Download and install software updates for the latest performance enhancements, bug fixes, and security improvements. HTC 5G Hub‍ can check and notify you if there’s a new update available.

Some app updates are available from HTC or your mobile operator, and you'll receive notifications on HTC 5G Hub‍ when there are new updates. Or you can install app updates from Google Play Store. Some HTC apps that are not preloaded can also be downloaded from Google Play Store.

Note:

The information in this guide may not be most up-to-date if there are more recent software or app updates available.

Checking your system software version

Before installing a system software update, you can check first what Android version you have on your HTC device.

1. Go to Settings. See Getting to know your settings.
2. Tap System > About device.
3. Check under Android version.

Enabling automatic updates

You can choose to automatically download and install system updates as well as certain HTC app updates.

1. Go to Settings. See Getting to know your settings.
2. Tap System > Advanced > Software updates.
3. Choose whether to turn on Auto download system updates and Auto update apps.

   App updates are installed automatically. You'll still need to confirm when to install system software updates.

Checking for updates manually

Note: Make sure you have an Internet connection before you check for updates.

1. Go to Settings. See Getting to know your settings.
2. Tap System > Advanced > Software updates.
3. Tap Check now.

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