With reference to your query, we understand your are expecting the release date of Android1.6 or 2.1 for Magic. But currently we haven't received information about it. Thus we also don't know whether or when Magic will be upgraded to Android 1.6/2.1 or not. If there is any updated information, we'll put it on our official website www.htc.com . We would suggest that you may check our official website from time to time for any possible update to this model. Again, we are sorry for the unhappiness and thank you for your consideration. Best Regards HTC Hotline: 1800-238-7788 Service Hours : 8 am - 8 pm, Monday - Saturday (except Public Holidays)