Asus Eee Pad Transformer TF101 to Get Android ICS Update
What Asus said
Earlier, it had been reported that the Motorola Xoom would get the update, with nothing yet said about other tablets. Then the Asus representative confirmed that the Transformer would get ICS, while noting that a schedule could not be provided at that stage.
The Transformer Prime angle
The Transformer Prime was due to launch on November 9. The writer speculated that the Prime might ship with ICS already installed, and that an update for the original Transformer could follow around the same time. That was speculation, and the outcome is not stated in the original post.
What this meant for owners
- The original tablet was promised an ICS update, with no date.
- No other details of the update were given.
- Owners were left waiting for official news from Asus.
Status today
The tablet is now old and no longer receives updates.
Frequently asked questions
Did Asus give a release date?
No. The representative said no schedule could be provided yet.
What is ICS?
Ice Cream Sandwich, the Android 4.0 release.
Was the Xoom mentioned?
Yes. It had already been reported as receiving the update.