Alcatel OneTouch and Cyanogen decide to scrap the Hero 2+

Looks like we aren’t going to see the Alcatel OneTouch Hero 2+ get released anytime soon, or ever. Alcatel OneTouch and Cyanogen have both announced they will not release the phone after all.

The companies released the following joint statement:

ALCATEL ONETOUCH and Cyanogen, Inc. have made a mutual decision to forgo the release of the HERO 2+. At its announcement, the goal of bringing this device to market was to offer the most advanced hardware and software at an affordable price. The bar was set high and unfortunately the device does not have a clear Android 5.1 upgrade path. We therefore are committing to refocus our joint efforts on a next-generation product that can exceed the expectations of end users. Our teams remain dedicated to releasing an ALCATEL ONETOUCH device powered by Cyanogen OS, and are looking to share an update when we have more details to share.

Alcatel OneTouch and Cyanogen do have plans to release a new device together, but the Hero 2+ just isn’t it.

It’s a sad day for those expecting a new device that was backed by Cyanogen but the statement does show a commitment to making a quality device.

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