The Motorola DROID X has landed on Verizon and brings some impressive specifications packed into one big device. With a 4.3-inch touchscreen WVGA diplay, the DROID X is a pretty big phone with a massive screen. But nowadays, that is not necessarily a bad thing. Packed inside is a 1GHz processor, 8GB of internal memory, and Android 2.1 operating system. We have been testing this phone for a few weeks non-stop and have some impressions to share with you. Hit the jump for the full review. Read the full story
We got our hands on the DROID X before its release to the public. We’ve decided to make a unboxing video to show off what is included in the box and our first impressions of the phone. The DROID X is the latest addition to Verizon’s Android lineup. The phone has a 8-megapixel camera, runs Android 2.2, and has a 1GHz processor. We will be posting up a full review of the phone soon.
There have been rumors of a new Motorola Droid coming along that will look pretty similar to the original Droid. These rumors were confirmed today when Verizon put up a page just a few days before the launch event scheduled for June 23rd. Thus far we know that the Droid X will have a 4.3″ display, HDMI output, and captures video in 720p. If you have any interest in this phone make sure to sign up for updates on the Verizon webpage and expect some heavy promotion coming later this month.
DROIDLIFE got its hands on a screenshot from Verizon’s inventory system that shows the Motorola Droid 2 added to the system. The model for the phone is MOTA900. It seems that Verizon is pumping out Droid phones like candy with the addition of the Droid 2. We are still unsure on the release date, but will update you as we hear it.
Verizon customers looking to purchase the BlackBerry 9650 has been left out while Sprint already has it available to its customers. If this leaked image is accurate, the Verizon BlackBerry 9650 will be launching in stores on June 10th. It also says that the phone will be available online on June 3rd.
First there was the Motorola DROID that started the Android revolution on the Verizon Wireless network. But now there is the Droid Incredible and there are some major differences from the original Droid. The specifications on the Droid Incredible really make the phone incredibly fast and responsive. You may have seen this phone on the new Verizon “Droid Does” commercials, and now we are bringing you the review after a month of real use with the phone.
Hardware:
The Droid Incredible has an interesting body to it. From first glance it just looks like a thin phone with a really high quality display. However once picked up, the Incredible reveals a shapely back panel and a interesting color scheme. On the left side of the phone there is the volume toggle and the charging port, which takes a microUSB connection. One of our complaints about the design is that the charging port is placed on the bottom half of the left side of the phone which makes it difficult to charge and talk on at the same time. On the front of the phone there is a optical joystick that allows you to navigate around the phone without using the touchscreen display.
The HTC Droid Incredible has some powerful internal specs that make the phone fast and usable. With a 3.7″ 480×800 WVGA OLED touch screen display, this phone’s display really shines and looks fantastic. With a 1 Ghz Snapdragon processor, you will rarely find lag and slow response on the Incredible. 8GB of internal memory (and the opportunity to add 16GB more with a microSD card) gives users the opportunity to take advantage of all the media capabilities of the Incredible and put the 8 megapixel camera to good use.
The HTC Droid Incredible weighs in at 4.59 ounces which makes it just a tad bit lighter than the iPhone. The phone is pretty thin and easy to hold in the hand. On the front of the phone, under the display, there are four touch buttons that allow you to go home, bring up the menu, go back, or search for something. We had no problem working with these and never seemed to hit them by accident.
Software:
The HTC Incredible runs Android 2.1 and has the HTC Sense interface. With its Snapdragon possessor and 512MB of RAM, the Incredible runs really smoothly and can have a decent amount of apps open at the same time. There were times we would have 7 or 8 apps open at a time and didn’t notice any difference in performance.
HTC Sense is the user interface that runs on top of the Android operating system. It really makes the operating system shinen with its graphics and functionality. Sense has a widget called FriendStream that allows you to connect it to your social networks and see what your friends are doing. We found that really useful and set as one of our homescreens. There are multiple other widgets that can be added to homepages. We have used Android phones without Sense and we can honestly say that we just don’t enjoy them as much. This user interface really adds what we believe is needed for a great smartphone.
The HTC Droid Incredible does not have a physical keyboard. Therefore, there is a on-screen keyboard that pops up when needed. The keyboard turns as you turn the phone making it easy to type when holding the phone sideways. After extensive email, web, and text messaging use, we found the keyboard to work fine. We had some trouble getting words right when the phone was upright. However, we loved the keyboard when using the phone turned sideways. If you spell a word incorrectly, it will give you options to fix it or add it to the dictionary.
Camera:
The Droid Incredible has an impressive 8 megapixel camera with a flash. This camera can be used to take some pretty nice photos and videos, but it probably will not replace your real camera. The quality is good, but it just isn’t up to par with a real camera. Check out some pictures below.
Conclusion:
The HTC Droid Incredible really shines when it comes to Verizon smartphones. At this point, I can honestly say that the Incredible may be the best smartphone currently available on Verizon. If you are a hardcore BlackBerry user, you may think otherwise. However, for the standard user looking to get a smartphone, the Incredible is a great choice at this time. The camera quality is ahead of most phones, the Sense UI and speed of the phone really make it usable.
After many speculation dates, Verizon has announced that the HTC DROID Incredible would be making its way onto the network on April 29th. Many early reviews have called this device the best Android phone available in the United States and really think the phone has potential. The Incredible has a very fast Snapdragon processor and a 8-megapixel camera. Running Google’s Android OS 2.1 and HTC Sense, the phone really shines and takes advantage of its amazing display. The phone is available for pre-order beginning today on the Verizon website. The phone is priced at $199.99 after a $100 mail-in rebate with a contract.
Earlier today Verizon sent an internal memo to its employees letting them know that new devices would be launching on April 25. However, the company failed to tell its employees what devices would be launching in particular. Later today, internal Best Buy documents leaked showing that the HTC Incredible was set to launch at Best Buy stores on April 29th. The Incredible packs a 8 megapixel camera and runs on Android 2.1 by Google.
With all the talk of an iPhone “CDMA” coming to Verizon. You knew RIM wouldn’t let them go that easily. Pictures of the Bank Of America site where employee’s can order new phones show the “Bold for Verizon.” Now were not too sure if this is the 9750, 9650, or maybe a hardcore modified 9000? (highly doubt it) All we really know is that it’s coming in May and that all you people wanting the Tour 9630 should hold out. I have a feeling this is going to be one hot device. Verizon with an iPhone and BlackBerry Bold? Damn AT&T. Luke Wilson just flipped you the bird.
Verizon and Motorola dropped the DEVOUR on customers on February 25th. Running Android 1.6, the DEVOUR is Verizon’s first ever phone that has MOTOBLUR. The DEVOUR might looks similar to its cousin, the DROID, from far away, but it is quite different up close. With a nice silver color, the DEVOUR really looks impressive. Verizon hooked us up with a review unit and we have been doing all sorts of tests to bring you our review.
