Google IO dev version official 3.1 update e-mail

[Phil Nickinson]

Dunno why I just now got an e-mail saying the 3.1 update is available, seeing as how it's been a week since I actually updated to it, but here 'tis.

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Hello,
As a registered attendee of Google I/O 2011, you may have been eligible to receive a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 (GT-P7510) tablet at the event.
The purpose of this email is to let you know that a system update is now available for your device. The update will install the latest version of the Android platform ? Android 3.1 ? on your device. Your apps, photos, or other stored data will not be affected in most cases.
Android 3.1 includes a variety of new user features and developer APIs, including Open Accessory and USB host, support for mouse and joystick input, resizeable homescreen widgets, and more. For a complete overview of what's new, see the Android 3.1 Platform Highlights. For an introduction to the new developer APIs, see the Android 3.1 API Overview.
We encourage you to install the update at your earliest convenience and give the new user features and APIs a try. If you want to use the new APIs in your apps, the Android 3.1 development platform is available through the Android SDK Manager tool. If you haven't yet installed the SDK, you can download it from this location:
http://developer.android.com/sdk/
The sections below provide information about how to download and install the update.
1. Prepare Your Device

• Before starting the update, ensure that your tablet's battery is fully charged. When the battery is charged, disconnect the charger from the device. During the update, do not connect the charger to your device.
• Ensure that the tablet has network access over a Wi-Fi connection.
• Ensure that you are currently signed in to your Google account in Settings > Accounts & Sync.
• If you encrypted your tablet (through Settings > Location & Security > Encryption), please note that you must disable decryption and perform a factory reset of the device before continuing. The factory reset will erase all data on the device. For automated backup and restore for your Google account, you can enable Settings > Privacy > Backup and restore. To reset your device, use Settings > Privacy > Personal data > Factory data reset.

2. Set up a Samsung account

• To receive the Android 3.1 update, you need to set up a Samsung account to register your device. You can set up the account using Settings > Accounts & Sync > Add Account > Samsung account.
• If you already have a Samsung account, sign in to the account before continuing.

3. Download and install the update

• To download and install the update use Settings > About Tablet > Software update.
• Use the on-screen dialogs to accept the download, install the update, and reboot the device.

An update FAQ with complete update instructions from Samsung is available here:
How Do I Receive The Latest Software Updates On My Wi-Fi GT-p7510 Galaxy 10.1 Tablet?
Where to Get Support If encounter any problems before, during, or after the system update, full hardware/software support is available directly from Samsung at this email address:
GalaxyTabDevSupport@sta.samsung.com
Please contact Samsung at the address above for any issues related to the upgrade, regardless of your location.
More Information about USB Host If you would like to take advantage of the tablet's USB Host capability ? such as to plug in a keyboard, mouse, or other input device ? you will need a 30-pin (Micro USB) to USB Host adapter. You can purchase an adapter in most electronics stores or you can order one at a discount from the Samsung Marketplace online store.
Samsung Galaxy Tab
When ordering accessories from the Samsung Marketplace, use the discount code "googleio2011".
Thank you once again for attending Google I/O 2011. We hope you'll enjoy using Android 3.1!
The Google I/O Team