HP webOS 2.1 update headed to Rogers and unlocked Palm Pre 2

Palm Pre 2

HP has begun to push out an update to webOS 2.1 for the Palm Pre 2. The update is available for both the Rogers Wireless and unlocked versions at this time.

HP webOS 2.1 comes with some new features and improvements to current ones:

  • Exhibition: New application that lets you use certain applications while the Pre is on an HP Touchstone charging dock
  • Voice Dial: New application letting you dial contacts using your voice
  • Backup to profile now includes call history entries, text messages, and instant messages (but not MMS)
  • Support for Bluetooth keyboards
  • Bug fixes and improvements to email, messaging, photo and task apps
  • Security fixes

Note: Be sure to back up your content prior to doing the update.