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Verizon’s double data deal returns this Friday, prepare yourselves accordingly

Ahmet — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 19:21:00 +0000

It looks like Verizon’s about to double up on double data. According to the Los Angeles Times , Big Red is about to reintroduce the double data promotion that first rolled out in November, and came to a close at year’s end. Under the offer, customers signing up for a 4G plan will receive double the amount of monthly data (at no extra charge) for the duration of their contracts, as long as they sign up for two-year deals

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OG Motorola Droid Receives Android 4.0 (Again) – This Time In A Less Alpha Alpha [Video]

Ahmet — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 04:04:50 +0000

Still hanging on to that aging Motorola Droid? Feels weird not having a number or surname after the “Droid” title but if you’re still waiting for a price drop on that superphone you’ve been eying, you may want to try out Android 4.0 in the meantime. Apparently, Ice Cream Sandwich has come a long way since we first saw an early port squeezed into the device back in December

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Motorola Droid Tastes Ice Cream Sandwich

Ahmet — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 14:52:27 +0000

At what point will people stop trying to shoehorn new Android versions onto the original Motorola Droid? We applaud the effort and the if-it’s-possible-we-will-do-it spirit of the Android community, but will there really be any use in having Android 5.0 or maybe even 6.0 on a device that started showing its age when it never received an official Gingerbread port

ICS-based CyanogenMod 9: it’s on track, but not for everybody

Ahmet — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:04:00 +0000

The CM9 customization for Android 4.0 has only been in the works since mid-November and already its canny creators claim to have it running on a number of devices. They say they’re making the quickest progress with OMAP4, MSM8660/7×30 and Exynos-based handsets, so if you own of those you should find yourself at the top of the queue. Despite difficulties with totally new camera and graphics drivers in ICS, there should eventually be support for all CM7-compatible models going back to phones like the Nexus One, as well as the Tegra 2-powered Galaxy Tab 10.1 and Asus Transformer

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OG Droid Receiving Android 2.2.3 Update with Security Fixes

Ahmet — Thu, 01 Dec 2011 15:58:07 +0000

A couple of weeks back we learned that Verizon and Motorola had a new security update in testing for the original Motorola Droid, and this morning we are hearing the first reports of the update arriving on users’ handsets. The new software (build number FRK76) brings the Droid’s Android version to 2.2.3 and deals with handling “rogue/unauthorized certificates” through the default web browser. Users won’t notice any changes in functionality or appearance

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Latest Bugless Beast Build Brings Android 2.3.7 to the Original Droid

Ahmet — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 19:07:37 +0000

Who said the original Motorola Droid isn’t worth anything these days? While most who picked up the phone two years ago will be moving on to a new device, for those hanging on the Droid a bit longer Peter Alfonso has a treat for you. He has released his latest update to his popular Bugless Beast ROM, bringing Android 2.3.7 to the handset that arguably got the ball rolling for Google’s smartphone platform. Even if you have a new phone or plan to pick one up this holiday season, the ROM provides the perfect opportunity to test your Android hacking skills on some older hardware with little risk.

[Peter Alfonso via AndroidCentral]

Motorola DROID Patch In Testing, Offers Security Updates

Ahmet — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 15:58:11 +0000

If you’ve been contacted to test an upgrade for the Motorola DROID and you happened to jump up and down for joy in hopes of an official Gingerbread update or – as silly as it may sound – Ice Cream Sandwich, you can calm down.

The device is receiving a series of OTA upgrades but they offer little more than security patches. It will be “invisible” to users meaning they won’t notice any of the changes whatsoever. Sweet! Just though we should let you guys know. Carry on. [Droid-Life]

Is Motorola Preparing A Software Update For The Original Droid?

Ahmet — Fri, 11 Nov 2011 05:47:51 +0000

I guess the old girl has some fight in her yet! According to DroidLife who received this email today from the Motorola Feedback Network, there could be some kind of software update planned for the Motorola Droid “OG.” Gingerbread? Ice Cream Sandwich? Bloatware? Check out the full email:

Thanks for joining the Motorola Feedback Network. We are preparing a project for owners of the original Motorola Droid on Verizon, and would like to invite you to participate. Click this link to take a short enrollment survey for this project. Please note that you must be a member of the Motorola Owners’ Forums to take part.

If you are no longer using your original Droid and wish to update your Motorola Feedback Network profile so you can be part of projects for a different Motorola phone, please click here. If you use the same computer as previous registrations, you can update your profile. If you do not, simply re-register with your current Motorola product. To opt out of the MFN see the link at the bottom of this email.

This is a confidential project under the terms of the Motorola Feedback Network. Do not post any details or information about this project on any public sites.
Thanks — we hope to be in contact with you soon.

- Matt
Motorola Owners’ Forums
Motorola Feedback Network

Typically, these emails follow soak tests which are a signs of a possible firmware update but I mean, c’mon. 2 years after the device was released? Wow. Even if Motorola were to officially bring Gingerbread to the device, I’m sure there would be more than a few happy Droid owners out there welcoming the update with open arms. What do you guys think? Whatever happens, we’ll be keeping you updated.

[Via Droid-Life]

Droid RAZR vs. Droid vs. iPhone 4… fight!

Ahmet — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 17:58:00 +0000

Just how thin is 7.1mm? Well, we could tell you (been there, done that), or we can show you. And what better way to really drive the point home than with some head-to-head shots? We busted out our trusty iPhone 4 and the lead brick that is the first-generation Motorola Droid for good measure. And heck, we had the LG Marquee and Droid Incredible 2 floating around, so we threw those into the mix, as well. So, who’s the thinnest of them all? Find out in the gallery below.

Gallery: Motorola Droid RAZR comparison shots

Zach Honig contributed to this report.

Droid RAZR vs. Droid vs. iPhone 4… fight! originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 18 Oct 2011 13:58:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hulu Plus for Android gets more plusses, adds compatibility to nine devices

Ahmet — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 02:24:00 +0000

Do we want to live in a world where the Vizio Tablet actually has Hulu Plus before our beloved Motorola Droid Bionic or Droid 3? No matter your answer, the fortunate news is that we no longer have to, because the streaming video service is now readily available on eight more devices. The list includes the two mentioned above, as well as the HTC Droid Incredible 2, LG Revolution and G2x, Motorola Droid X2, HTC Sensation and EVO 3D. This is great news, though don’t forget that you’ll need to pony up $8 per month for the subscription. Still interested? Follow the source to download and install it on your device.

Hulu Plus for Android gets more plusses, adds compatibility to nine devices originally appeared on Engadget on Tue, 20 Sep 2011 22:24:00 EDT. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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