Software and app updates

Download and install software updates for the latest performance enhancements, bug fixes, and security improvements. HTC Desire 12+ 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 your phone when there are new updates. Or you can install app updates from Google Play Store. Some HTC apps that are not preloaded in certain phones 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 phone.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up and then find and tap Settings.
2. Tap System > About phone.
3. Check under Android version.

Checking for updates manually

Note: Turn on mobile data or connect HTC Desire 12+ to a Wi‍-Fi network before you check for updates.

1. From the Home screen, swipe up and then find and tap Settings.
2. Tap System > Software updates.
3. Tap Check now.

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