Android 2.2 [Froyo] Breaks Root on EVO 4G

Android 2.2 [Froyo] update for EVO 4G is being rolled out. Android 2.2 [Froyo] introduces a ton of new features for EVO 4G users. The new features include light assisted 720P video, flash light mode app for camera, a set of loaded widgets, and improvements in the quality of video capture. As with any Android firmware update, the earlier exploit to root the device is patched.

It also holds true for Android 2.2 [Froyo] update on EVO 4G. The unrevoked team who offered Droid X Root have confirmed that after upgrading EVO 4G to Android 2.2 [Froyo], the root gets broken. Therefore, you are recommended not to accept Android 2.2 [Froyo] update on EVO 4G if you want root to be preserved.