Review: HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE for Verizon Wireless

The HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE continues the tradition of awfully long Android device names, and is the latest entry in the Verizon DROID Incredible series of devices. The DROID Incredible line has been very popular for Verizon, and I on several occasions have recommended one of the Incredible devices to friends and co-workers who [...]]]>

HTC DROID Incredible 4G LTE goes on sale July 5 for $150

The DROID Incredible series has been a solid entry to mid-range player on the Verizon Wireless network. HTC and Verizon are set to launch the next generation of Incredible on July 5th in Verizon stores, and will retail for $149.99 after a $50 mail-in rebate debit card. While not the Galaxy S III [...]]]>

Droid Incredible 4G LTE available from Verizon Wireless today

Whether you have been waiting for the Droid Incredible 4G LTE ever since we first went hands on back at CTIA, or the recent teases are what have whet your appetite, it is finally available. Today, the Droid Incredible 4G LTE goes on sale at Verizon Wireless for $149, after $50 mail-in rebate with new two year contract, or $499 off contract. Upgrading to this device will cause you to have to pick one of Verizon's new plans, and you kiss your unlimited data goodbye, but that isn't such a loss for many of us. 

Rocking Ice Cream Sandwich with Sense 4.0 on top, and featuring a beautiful 8MP camera, this device is definitely one that you will want to check out for yourself. Will you be heading to your local Verizon store to give this a once over for yourself, and see if it has the potential to be your next device? Let us know in the comments and forums if you are picking one up, and stay tuned for our full review!

Source: Verizon Wireless

Deal of the Day: Seidio SURFACE Case for Motorola Droid RAZR

The June 1 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Seidio SURFACE Case for Motorola Droid RAZR. The SURFACE Case provides a thin layer of protection with two interlocking top and bottom pieces that fit snugly around the RAZR, and the soft touch coating provides a firm grip. Comes in black, blue, red, and amethyst.

The Seidio SURFACE Case is available for only $16.95, 43% off the regular price. Get yours today while they're in stock!

Deal of the Day: Mobi Products Crystal Case for Motorola Droid Bionic

The May 31 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Mobi Products Crystal Case for Motorola Droid Bionic. This crystal case is made from sturdy, hard plastic that will protect your Droid Bionic from everyday wear and tear. Its low profile design lets you easily keep it in your pocket, and since it's completely transparent, you'll keep the original look of your device.

The Mobi Crystal Case is available for just $12.95, 35% off the regular price.  Get yours today while supplies last!

Verizon’s DROID Incredible 4G LTE by HTC officially announced

After months of leaks, rumors and dozens of blurry pictures, Verizon has officially unveiled the DROID Incredible by HTC. While we’ve seen quite a few spec variances over the past months, the official handset internals match up with some of the most recent rumors.

Looking at the specs, Verizon’s DROID Incredible 4G LTE is a decent phone. It’s size matches up closely with the HTC One S, while featuring NFC and LTE connectivity like the EVO 4G LTE and AT&T’s HTC One X. Additionally, the DROID Incredible 4G LTE features a removable battery and a microSD expansion slot which will allow users to add an additional 32GB of storage to the device.

It’s hard to say which of HTC’s four devices is better than the other since they all offer features which make them each unique in their own right. The DROID Incredible 4G LTE may have a smaller screen and underclocked processor, but its removable battery and expandable storage options may actually make it a more appealing option to Android enthusiasts and power users.

Verizon’s staying silent on the price, but the press release does mention that the DROID Incredible 4G LTE will be available on its website and in Verizon stores within the coming weeks. We wouldn’t be surprised if Verizon prices the phone at $299, but we feel a fair price would be something between $149 and $179.

How do you think the DROID Incredible 4G LTE stacks up against the HTC One X, One S and EVO 4G LTE?

HTC and Verizon Wireless Reveal DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE

New DROID INCREDIBLE Offers Advanced Camera Capabilities, Beats Audio and 4G LTE Speeds from Verizon Wireless

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and NEW ORLEANS, May 7, 2012 /PRNewswire/ — From International CTIA Wireless® 2012, Verizon Wireless and HTC today announced the new and exclusive DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC. The DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE will be the twenty third 4G LTE-enabled device currently available on the Verizon Wireless network.

The new DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE enhances the customer experience by offering high-quality photo and audio capabilities, combined with the power of 4G LTE speeds. Running the latest version of HTC Sense™ 4.0, HTC’s branded user experience integrated with Google’s™ mobile operating system, Android™ 4.0, Ice Cream Sandwich, the new DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE brings a sophisticated, pocket-friendly device to America’s fastest 4G LTE network.

DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC features Beats Audio™ which is enabled across the entire experience for a rich and authentic sound whether customers watch a YouTube™ video, play a game, or stream music over 4G LTE. Beats Audio allows customers to listen to music the way the artist intended with thundering bass, soaring midrange and crisp highs.

The DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE captures life’s special moments with an advanced 8-megapixel camera with quick activation from the home screen so customers never miss that perfect shot. Additionally, there’s no longer a need to choose between shooting video or taking photos, HTC Video Pic™ allows users to shoot HD video and capture photos at the same time. With 4G LTE speeds, sharing photos and video via email, uploading to the cloud or posting to social networking sites is a breeze.

DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE is packed with features to make life easier and customizable. Customers can personalize and use lock screen shortcuts to quickly access their four favorite apps. Folders can easily be created on any home screen for additional customization and organization. A Read Later feature allows people short on time the ability to save browser content like news articles and websites that can be viewed later, even while offline. The smartphone is also NFC capable so customers can take advantage of Android Beam™ to quickly share Web pages, apps, contacts and YouTube™ videos with friends by simply tapping two compatible phones together.

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network is available in 230 markets across the Unites States. In real-world, fully loaded network environments, 4G LTE users should experience average data rates of 5 to 12 megabits per second (Mbps) on the downlink and 2 to 5 Mbps on the uplink. When customers travel outside of 4G LTE coverage areas, devices automatically connect to Verizon Wireless’ 3G network, where available, enabling customers to stay connected from coast to coast.

Additional features:

4-inch super LCD qHD display
8 megapixel rear-facing camera with autofocus, LED flash, BSI, f/2.2 and 28 mm lens
Front-facing camera for video chatting with friends and family
1.2 GHz dual-core Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ S4 processor
Mobile Hotspot capable to share 4G LTE connection with up to 10 Wi-Fi-enabled devices
Support for up to 32 GB microSD™ memory card
1,700 mAh lithium ion removable battery

The new DROID INCREDIBLE 4G LTE by HTC will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores and online at www.verizonwireless.com in the coming weeks.

Motorola Droid X2 updated with security patch, wireless alerts, and bug fixes

Just because it's not the latest hotness on the Android scene isn't a reason to let the Motorola Droid X2 wither and die on the vine, and Verizon has begun pushing out an update to Big Red's first dual-core phone. It's not a big version bump by any means, but there are a few important changes:

• Verizon Video and VZ Navigator® 3D City are now preloaded.


• A Google Security Patch has been added to improve the security level.


• Purchased ringtones are now able to be saved and set.


• Device is enabled with the Wireless Alerting System.


• Shortcut names can be updated and saved.


• The keyboard Input Auto Error Correction setting defaults to off.

Granted, few of us really missed not having the 3D version of VZ Navigator, but the security patch is good to have, and the wireless alerting system is an important update -- one that could end up saving your bacon. Of course, bug fixes are always welcome. If you haven't received the update notification yet, check for it via your Droid X settings. 

Source: Verizon. Thanks, Dave!

Motorola Droid RAZR now available in blue in select stores, online May 17

Verizon this morning officially announced that a blue version of the Motorola Droid RAZR is available in select stores and will be sold online starting May 17. As we noted when we broke the news on Sunday, it's the same RAZR we've come to know and love (and wonder why it's still being sold when the MAXX exists), and it's still running Gingerbread.

Sprint EVO 4G LTE versus the Verizon Droid Incredible 4G LTE

Two of the spring's hottest phones -- side by side, head to head. The Verizon Droid Incredible 4G LTE and the Sprint EVO 4G LTE. Both are the latest entries in their respective iconic lines, and both should serve their carriers well.

But while they're both HTC phones, it's obvious they're from different cuts of the cloth. As we've already written, the EVO 4G LTE is a close cousin to the HTC One X, in specs if not in name. The DInc 4G, meanwhile, is a continuation of the Incredible line. (As I wrote in our forums, it is not Verizon's version of the HTC One S, or the One X, or the One V. It's a completely different phone.)

The EVO is the more svelte of the pair, longer and leaner. The DInc 4G is more stout, with a smaller display and a rubberized, textured removable battery cover. But it still feels pretty good to the touch, thanks to the smaller form factor. 

One common thread is HTC Sense 4, which is similar in look and performance across both devices. Both carry Beats audio, and both will be using the latest Qualcomm Krait S4 chip. Where things start to diverge is in the camera department. The EVO, being a derivative of the HTC One line, has the all-important ImageSense (or ImageChip) system. That means an incredibly quick shutter time (0.7 seconds), as opposed to the DInc 4G, which is still fairly fast, but it's obviously not anything you could call "zero-lag" speed. We'll need to test the DInc 4G camera in the wild, too, before passing final judgment, but we're also not expecting images to turn out quite as nice. 

We've got a bevy of pics after the break. Check 'em out.

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A Brief Overview of Verizon Motorola Droid 4

The Droid series that is presented by Motorola and Verizon to its users has always received good reviews from seasoned users and experts alike. The latest version of the Droid series is the Droid 4 which is still based upon the primary strengths of the whole series i.e. it’s crucial performance backbone and even better craftsmanship.

The Verizon Motorola Droid 4 is available at a highly effective rate of US$199 which puts it ahead of many of its competitors. Here are some specific highlights of the new Droid 4.

Verizon Motorola Droid 4: Hardware

The Verizon Motorola Droid 4 is one of the best QWERTY phones in the market in terms of its hardware. The Droid 4 boasts of a dual core processor for greater performance, ample RAM for any businessman, a huge screen for greater visibility and an unbelievable LTE system. In a nutshell, the Droid 4 is an improvement on the previous Droid variant while maintaining the core functions.

Verizon Motorola Droid 4: LTE network

LTE networks are gradually becoming famous even amongst people who are not very technology savvy. The reason is simply that LTE is the wave of the future. LTE networks are extremely fast even when compared to 3G networks, which mainly means that files can be sent and received at lightening speeds. Verizon was the first to introduce LTE but the rest of the major carriers are also due to launch their own versions soon.

Verizon Motorola Droid 4: Slide out keyboard

If it is a QWERTY phone then it is important for one to consider the quality of its slide out keyboard. The slide out keyboard of the Droid 4 is almost perfect. Every key is well placed with there even being a 5th row for numbers. Furthermore, the layout of the keyboard on the Droid 4 also deserves a mention along with the labeling which is also highly effective.

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Motorola Droid 3 getting a sizable update, but not to ICS

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The Motorola Droid 3 has a large system update queued and ready to roll out, but it's just another version of Gingerbread. The 5.7.905.XT862 update checks in about 230 MB, and is chock full of fixes, patches, and enhancements -- all very welcome for most any user. With "only" 512 MB of RAM, we didn't really expect the Droid 3 to ever officially run Ice Cream Sandwich, but there's always that glimmer of hope when we see the system update prompt. What did get fixed and updated? I'm glad you asked.

• A Google Security Patch has been added to improve the security level.
• Fixed issue where the device may power ON without user interaction.
• Avoid device interruption when accessing an application prior to the storage being fully mounted on the device.
• Improvements in device stability help avoid device power cycles.
• When connected to a Bluetooth® headset or HDMI cable, the device will no longer lock up and power cycle.
• Improvements to the camera’s auto focus will reduce the shutter response time and enhance the quality of captured imagery.
• Device is enabled with the Wireless Alerting System.
• Use a wired headset without the interruption of a high pitched tone.
• Plus code dialing has been enhanced, improving the experience while traveling.
• Playback media can be heard while using a Bluetooth headset.
• Place a call to the appropriate recipient using the contact widget.
• When moving applications to the SD card, shortcuts to these Apps will remain.
• After updating the contact database from the Messaging App, the Messaging UI will display the latest contact information.
• Successfully post and play videos on Facebook.
• Purchased ringtones are now able to be downloaded, saved and used where appropriate.
• Contact pictures display properly in Google Voice.
• VZ Navigator 3D City is now preloaded.
• Resolved excessive data usages and continuous downloading for VZ Navigator® 3D City downloads.

For more information about the update process, hit the Verizon support link below. For the more experienced Android users, just start hammering on the update button. 

Source: Verizon support

Deal of the Day: Seidio SURFACE Case for Motorola Droid Bionic

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The May 1 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Seidio SURFACE Case for Motorola Droid Bionic. Crafted from a hard yet flexible material, the Seidio SURFACE Case provides an amazingly thin layer of protection without adding the excessive bulk of other cases. This case consists of interlocking top and bottom pieces that fit your Bionic snugly, and features a soft touch coating. Available in black, blue, burgundy, and amethyst.

The Seidio SURFACE Case is available for just $15.95 today only, 47% off the regular price. Get yours while they're in stock!

Does this Droid RAZR make my butt look fat?

Motorola has a new series of videos on YouTube that focuses on people who switched to the Droid RAZR. Meryl tells us she decided to switch to Motorola because, “My Droid RAZR doesn’t make my butt look big.” Watch the video after the break.

Deal of the Day: Mobi Products Hard Shell Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX

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The April 18 ShopAndroid.com Deal of the Day is the Mobi Products Hard Shell Case for Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX. This Hard Case from Mobi Products offers solid protection against drops, and has cut outs for all of the devices features while leaving the screen exposed for full functionality. Available in black, blue, red, purple, and pink.

The Mobi Products Hard Shell Case is available for just $4.95 today only, 75% off the regular price.  Grab yours while supplies last!