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How to Update HTC One M7 and M8 Android 5.0 Lollipop

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The update to Android 5.0 Lollipop has already begun to reach some devices. The first to receive have been the owners of Nexus devices. The latter could be the users of the HTC One (M7) and HTC One (M8), first swords catalog Taiwanese firm HTC. A few days ago, ran the news that Android 5.0 Lollipop was ready to land on these teams, so if you have any of the two models in the pocket and can be preparing the ground. If you do not know exactly how to perform the upgrade, then we will tell you, step by step, how to install Android 5.0 on HTC Lollipop One (M7) and HTC One (M8).

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1. Update via HTC Sync Manager.
First step. Download HTC Sync Manager.
 
1) We are facing the most classic way to update any of these two phones. Before you start it, the first thing you have to do is download the HTC Sync Manager software by clicking on the link we provide or by accessing the official website of HTC. You will see that this is a completely free program that besides resultarnos useful for upgrades, also serve to organize all those files that you have stored on your computer or backing up.
 
2) Once you are on the official website of HTC, you just have to click on the Free Download link. Accept the license terms and finally, click the Download option.
 
3) Then you will see the file you need to install the program is downloaded to your computer. Go to the Downloads folder to locate or click on the bottom of your Chrome browser (if you use it) to run it. The code name of this file is "Setup".
 
4) At this point, all you have to do is follow the installation instructions that gives you the program itself. The process should not be extended beyond a few minutes. It is likely that at the end of the installation the system will ask if you want to install a shortcut icon on the desktop program. If you think you're going to use HTC Sync Manager often, you can select yes. Otherwise consider appropriate, click no.
 
Second step. Connect your HTC One HTC One M7 or M8 to your computer.
 
1) What we do then is to connect the HTC One HTC One M7 and M8 to the computer. You will need a USB cable (found in the computer box, although you can use any cable that is compatible).
 
2) Connect one end of the cable to the device and appropriate, to the computer.
 
3) In a few seconds, the computer should detect the presence of the phone. In fact, it is likely that the HTC Sync Manager program is activated automatically. If not, double-click the icon for this software to run.
 
Third step. Fire up the update.
 
1) Having taken these steps, the only thing left to do is update. With your HTC One (M7) and (M8) connected and HTC Sync Manager program open, click the Settings button located in the upper right part of the program.
 
2) Click on the Check for updates link. so that the system can detect whether Android 5.0 Lollipop is ready to be installed on the computer.
 
3) If the update is available, accept the download and follow the instructions which will provide the system itself.
 
4) You will be connected to servers HTC for the data packet. And here begins the process of downloading and updating. Note that this can be extended to 45 minutes (or more), so your best option is to choose a time when you have to not make calls or send and receive important messages. Finally, remember that you must not disconnect the HTC One from your computer during this process.
 
5) When completed the upgrade, will be the program itself that you indicate when you disconnect the equipment. It is very likely that your HTC One (M7) and (M8) has to be restarted so you can enjoy guarantees all the benefits of Android 5.0 Lollipop.
 
 
 
2. Update via wirelessly via FOTA (Firmware Over The Air).
First step. Prepare your HTC One HTC One M7 or M8 for the update.
 
1) If you want to update your device via FOTA you are choosing the fastest way, since you will not need to use cables or perform installation of any extra software. The first thing we suggest before you perform the upgrade is charging the battery fully, or at least, up to 80% capacity. Avoid the phone turns off unexpectedly during the delicate process of renovation.
 
2) It would be interesting then plug your HTC One to a WiFi network. First, avoid the discharge leaves you with no data (remember that these updates are usually quite heavy). Secondly, every time you guarantee the stability of the discharge, since the 3G / 4G connection could be interrupted suddenly by any failure of coverage. To connect, follow this path: Settings> Wireless> WiFi Settings> Enable WiFi. Choose your preferred network and enter the appropriate password, if applicable.
 
3) But that's not all. Also we recommend you make a backup of all content and settings, since any upgrade process may involve risks. There is usual, but could lose valuable information in your computer. Just go to HTC Copy security application and select the option Enable automatic backup. You can store all this data in Google Drive or Dropbox.
 
Second step. Search the upgrade to Android 5.0 Lollipop.
 
1) It is likely that the data packet is not available until you receive a notification. This is how all these processes typically operate. Anyway, if you've already received, accepted the update. If it does not, go to Settings> About tab> Software Updates to check availability.
 
2) If you are already operational, accepts the download and wait. The process usually lengthened few minutes (depending on package weight data). What we recommend is be patient and not interrupt the process at any time.
 
Third step. Upgrade your HTC One HTC One M7 M8.
 
1) If you already have the data package on your device, click the Install button. From this moment, still miss the instructions provided by the equipment itself. However, your intervention is minimal at the latter part of this process.
 
2) If the update has already started, you just have to wait. The duration of installation depend on the complexity of the update, which in this case is high. Probably you can not use your computer for 30 or 45 minutes long.
 
3) Once complete, the HTC One will reboot automatically. When turned on again, you should already start enjoying Android 5.0 Lollipop smoothly. Whether an upgrade path to the other, you can check everything went as expected by accessing the Settings> About tab> Software Updates.
 
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there is no such update your software button in the htc sync and the button which is there is used to check updates for the sync software
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i am getting the same as osky.  For some reason, my M7 hasn't gotten the notification yet and when I check for software on my phone it says no update is available.  I do not want to have to factory reset my phone to get the update so I found this but the "check for updates" button is for sync manager :/
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Nonsense! the option in Sync Manager is for updating the manager itself. Not the phone's software/
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where can I download sync manager for htc one m7
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