Official My Verizon App for Thunderbolt Leaked

Verizon still hasn’t released a working version of the My Verizon app for the HTC Thunderbolt, however the official APK was found online by Droid Life, but their link was later removed at the request of Verizon.

This is not a hacked version from some forum – it’s the official app.

You can download it here:  http://dl.dropbox.com/u/11723939/MyVerizon.apk

Skype with Video Chat Leaks for Thunderbolt

The HTC Thunderbolt was supposed to ship with a new and improved version of Skype that would allow users to video chat from their mobile device.  Unfortunately, it didn’t happen and it left many users extremely disappointed.

For those still waiting for this capability on their Thunderbolt, look no further…a leaked version of the Skype for Android app can be found online.  You can download the file from a mirror here:  http://www.megaupload.com/?d=TMRGC8TI (via Business Insider)

HTC Thunderbolt OTA Leaked

A new thread at XDA contains a leaked Thunderbolt ROM that is believed to be the upcoming Verizon OTA update. XDA member jcase stated “this is a full RUU, and is likely the first OTA update.”

The ROM contains a new radio that dramatically improves the GPA, 3G / 4G transitioning, battery fix, and quiet video issues.

The update will wipe your phone, so be sure to back up all your data before flashing.

Be sure to check out the thread at XDA [...]

Thunderbolt OTA Coming in Q2 2011

Rumors are starting to surface around the web that the HTC Thunderbolt will receive an OTA update soon.  In a recent response to a user support inquiry, an HTC rep stated that an OTA update to Gingerbread was coming in Q2 2011.

This information, along with a laundry list of Android 2.3 features were also mentioned in her response.  Although an exact date hasn’t been confirmed it’s always nice when the information is generated by an HTC rep.

Read the full email [...]