A hot new update to the HTC Dot View app was released in the Google Play store tonight and with it comes a few new features.
HTC has so much going on right now and yet there’s still time to release a little update to an accessory for the HTC One M8. Last week, we were introduced to the HTC Desire Eye, HTC Desire 612, and HTC Re (an activity camera and a step away from behind the viewfinder). Earlier today we got to meet the all new Google Nexus 9, HTC makes a reappearance in the tablet market with one heck of an Android tablet.
What’s New1. Update and find out new secret features.2. Music control panel lets you change songs and pause on the HTC Dot View.3. Show third-party notifications and swipe up for quick launch.
We are still digging around the app looking for secret features and all, but so far there’s the obvious music control and third party notification with a quick launch feature. Within the settings there’s a page dedicated to the notifications you can see through the Dot View case. The list has grown from simple apps like Messaging to Facebook, Twitter, Gmail, Google Plus, and more. If you have these items selected to show on the Dot View case you can drag the icon up to quick launch it and you will be directed to the item when you peel back the Dot View lid. See the video below for a quick demonstration. We also noticed that HTC changed the default blank wallpaper to have the time and weather info which is really a better description of what to expect with a the blank wallpaper.
The HTC Dot View case brings retro to the cover of your phone. This case has such a cool factor to it. So cool in fact, that I was unable to resist temptation when I bought it and I don’t even like a case on my phone. HTC has done a great job so far providing updates to the app that supports the case. HTC if you’re reading this, THANKS! And as I’m sure HTC already knows this, the welcomed new features are enough to keep the cool factor going and continue to drive sales of the retro accessory.
If you find any surprises with the latest update please share in the comments below!
Just discovered yesterday that the Dotview case now shows you the battery charging level if you are charging or docked. And discovered the music playback controls this morning. Wish they’d tell us what other surprises are there (such as the weather theme).
Pretty damn neat!