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HTC Says They Are Reviewing Their Bootloader Policy

We’re about to give HTC a pat on the back as they are listening to the complaints of HTC owners who are upset with their locked bootloader policy. HTC hears you and while that’s they aren’t promising a policy reversal at the very least HTC is acknowledging complaints. Samsung should take note of this next time they want to look back at the Vibrant Froyo debacle and rethink their decision to remain quiet. For the unfamiliar, … [read full article]

HTC Sensation System Dump Shows Signed Bootloader, Bad News For Custom ROM’s

Today is seemingly going to be a mixed day for HTC Sensation fans as they get a video preview of the 10 best features the device has to offer. Unfortunately not all of the news is positive as AndroidPolice has uncovered a new system dump indicating the Sensation has a signed locked bootloader. As such the Sensation will be protected via HTC’s private key which means, unless by a stroke of very good luck we … [read full article]