AT&T is pushing out an update for the HTC One (M8) that includes a security patch created to prevent the Stagefright exploit from taking over your phone. You can’t spend that money on hardware offered by Google, but you can spend it on apps, games, music, movies and more. This phenomenal insurance program will allow the buyer to get a replacement handset free of charge in case the device gets damaged.

The purchase needs to be made in the US and directly from HTC outlet. HTC have released a flagship device every year and with the exception of the Google Play Edition versions of the HTC One M7 and M8, have all included HTC Sense, the company’s proprietary software overlay. Interested, buyers can avail the offer through HTC’s official Website.

The latest promotion gets rid with that prerequisite.

If you buy the phone before the aforementioned August 31 deadline, just save a copy of your receipt and head to http://HTCGooglePlayPromo.com and submit your contact information, the receipt and your phone’s IMEI number to receive the credit.

So if you have been on the fence regarding this device maybe now may be a decent time to make the purchase. HTC have released other devices, including mid-range and higher end products, but, unfortunately, the media tends to concentrate on the headline story. While your personal files should not be affected, the carrier suggests that you back them up anyway. Specifically, $100 of it.