Updater packages for the Palm Treo 680

WARNING: Do not attempt to flash the unlocked GSM ROM (ROW) onto the AT&T branded ROM (ATT), or vice versa.

Installation (SD card)

1. Unpack the ZIP file
2. Copy the "PALM" folder on your SD card while the Palm is still powered on
3. The update process should start automatically

Installation (Desktop updater)

1. Unpack the ZIP file
2. Run the EXE file and follow the instructions

WARNING: Some antivirus software may flag the desktop updater as malicious because of its operational method. To ensure compatibility, use Windows XP or the SD card method.

Changelog (v2.12/ROW)

• Corporate email as it arrives – Have your corporate email delivered to you with Microsoft® Direct Push Technology. Accept or decline meeting invites and access your company directory on the go.
• Power saving enhancements – Helps conserve battery life with improved power management and updated default system power preferences.
• Supports larger expansion cards – Supports up to 4GB SD expansion cards (including the SDHC format), sold separately.
• Enhanced ringtone support – MP3 and other sound files purchased from the web or sent from friends can now be set as ringtones and alerts (formats: MP3, AAC, AAC+, MIDI, WAV, and AMR).
• Three updates in one – This update incorporates three previously released software updates: Treo 680 Camera Update (January 2007), Treo 680 Security Patch (May 2007), and Treo 680 Unlocked GSM smartphone SMS Update (July 2007).

Changelog (v2.11/ATT)

• Push to Talk - Use your Treo 680 like a walkie-talkie to talk to one person or a group of up to 29. A quick glance shows whether family, friends, and coworkers are available to talk before you call.
• Corporate email as it arrives - Have your corporate email delivered to you with Microsoft Direct Push Technology. Accept or decline meeting invites and access your company directory on the go.
• Instant Messaging - Access your AOL, Windows Live Messenger, or Yahoo! IM service.
• Easy access to additional services - Set up easy access to extra services such as TeleNav GPS Navigator and MobiTV for watching live TV.
• Power saving enhancements - Helps conserve battery life with improved power management and updated default system power preferences.
• Supports larger expansion cards - Support up to 4 GB SD expansion cards (including SDHC format), sold separately.
• Enhanced ringtone support - MP3 and other sound files purchased from the web or sent from friends can now be set as ringtones and alerts (formats: MP3, AAC, AAC+, MIDI, WAV, and AMR).
• Cingular, now the new AT&T - Updated graphics reflect the new AT&T branding, including a new look for the Xpress Mail application.
• Three updates in one - This update also incorporates three previously released software updates: AT&T/Cingular Treo 680 Software update 1.09 (May 2007), Daylight Saving Time update (February 2007) and Treo 680 Camera update (January 2007).

Note: A version 2.21 for the Japanese market (ECC) also existed, but it appears to be lost. [Treo680_2_12_ECC_SDupdater.zip or Treo680_2_12_ECC_desktopupdater.zip]

Compatibility

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