A software update is now available for the HTC Hero on the Sprint network. While it is not an upgrade to Google Android 2.0, the new version (1.56.651.2) still offers a number of enhancements and fixes:
- Improvement to camera picture quality
- DST (Daylight Savings Time) issue addressed
- Unable to receive SMS due to full memory
- Memory leak when Bluetooth is in connecting state
- 3.5mm mono when not using headset with microphone
- Dialer application causing excess battery draw
- Dedicated Mute/Speaker buttons have been added to the Talk screen
To initiate the update, select Settings > About Phone > System updates > Firmware update.