Rogers Ice Cream Sandwich Update Schedule for Android Phones
Why a carrier schedule mattered
On Android, the update does not come straight from Google. The phone maker prepares a version for each model, and the carrier tests and releases it. That is why Canadian owners kept asking when their update would arrive. A published timeline gave people something firm to plan around, and it replaced guesses based on rumours and tips.
The Rogers schedule
| Phone | Version | Release |
|---|---|---|
| HTC Raider | Android 4.0 | Available |
| HTC EVO 3D | Android 4.0 | Available |
| Samsung Galaxy Note | Android 4.0 | Available |
| Motorola Razr (XT910) | Android 4.0 | Late August |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 | Android 4.0 | Early September |
| Samsung Galaxy Tab 8.9 | Android 4.0 | Early September |
| Sony Xperia Arc S (LT18a) | Android 4.0 | Early September |
| Sony Xperia Arc (LT15a) | Android 4.0 | Early September |
| Sony Xperia Mini Pro (SK17a) | Android 4.0 | Early September |
Rogers noted that the exact software version could differ by device and that release dates were subject to change.
What to take from it
- The Motorola Razr was the closest to release, roughly a week or so away at the time.
- The Sony phones and Samsung tablets were the last group on the list.
- All dates were targets, not promises. The same caution applies to any carrier timeline.
Frequently asked questions
What is Ice Cream Sandwich?
The nickname for Android 4.0, the version that brought phone and tablet software together.
Are these updates still relevant?
No. The phones on this list are long out of support. The page remains as a record of how carrier updates were handled in Canada.
Why can the update date differ between carriers?
Each carrier tests the software on its own network before release, so the same phone can update at different times.