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If you can predict a device’s success by site stats then we’d say the Verizon DROID by Motorola is going to be a hit. A week after launch and the DROID is still topping the charts for reader interest, and you’ve been peppering us with questions and comments about the Android 2.0 device. Set to hit shelves this coming Friday, the Verizon DROID is already being heralded as the device that will change Motorola’s fortunes; is that hyperbole, or is the DROID really that good? We’ve been putting the smartphone through its paces, so read on for the full SlashGear review.
Motorola Droid Review
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Posted 2 weeks ago #
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Just another clunky iPhone wannabe. I am hoping the xperia x-10 will be a true iPhone killer. This Moto-droid just doesn’t appear to be it.
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I’ve reviewed my share of clunky phones in my days and Droid is anything but. Best of luck waiting for Xperia X-10. If a carrier doesn’t pick it up, chances are it’ll never make it stateside and even if you can buy one unlocked – there’s a big chance the much needed 3G bands for US will be missing. Other than that, SE have had a poor/non-existing record of launching phones in the US.
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BachinPhx
MemberHey Vincent, As always, nice review. I do, however, feel that you are being overly critical of many of the phones features this early on. Lest we not forget how buggy the iPhone was at first release and how far it’s come. Speaking of the iPhone, nice video on the battery usage of the Droid using an iPhone vid recorder. Unintentional advertising? LOL!!
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Such as? Keep in mind this is not the first Android phone – Android OS is now 2.0 so yes I do expect simple things like being able to add signatures to emails, global copy and paste, multitouch etc. As far as Droid’s hardware – there’s not a whole lot to complain other than the existence of the d-pad.
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What kind of reviewers would we be if we DO NOT explain the pros and cons in our review? When consumers buy a device they’re not saying to themselves — I’m paying for future features…instead they’re spending their hard earned cash on the out of the box experience. Furthermore, Google, Motorola and Verizon are mum about what features they’re adding or which bugs will get squashed. We’re not fortune tellers – but reviewers and as such we call it the way we see it.
One last point, I did mention in the end the following: but many of the flaws we’ve identified could be addressed in Android 2.1 whenever that arrives.
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BachinPhx
MemberPoint well taken Vincent. I am not here to fight you. I actually enjoy your reviews and find them informative and insightful. I just wanted to make a point and yours is well taken. Unlike so many other reviewers who are just out for a slam-fest of new devices if it doesn’t meet their personal criteria. Case in point, Bonnie Cha of CNET. If it doesn’t have a physical keyboard, she makes a point to tell everyone that she always prefers physical instead of virtual keyboards. Thanks again for the great review.
On a side note, any inside poop on the HTC Dragon/Passion as an HD2 model in an android OS? I love the rumor mills as most of them are speculation, hyperbole and mostly BS. :)
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We all fall into the trap of being jaded or put our personal preferences first, but here at Slashgear we do our best to put ourselves into our readers shoes and properly review products through their eyes. Thanks for your continuing support of SlashGear.
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One question: you mention that the in-car mount has a USB charger built in. I know the media dock has one, but I thought the car mount left the port available, but did not include integrated charging. I’m happy to be wrong there, but can you clarify this?
Thanks, and great review!
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Sorry for the incorrect info in the review, the in car-mount does not have a USB charging port – but there is access to the microUSB port in case you want to charge Droid up.
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I love my Droid. Im coming from a windows Mobile phone and wow what a big step .. I have seen many people say this phone sucks because it doesnt have multi touch but thats not true . the phone is fully capable of multi touch .. I made a video to show how you can do it and also save some battery life hope it helps out
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I have high-hopes for the X-10, but am keeping my expectations grounded. The company that I work for currently pays for my mobile, so it would take quite a bit for me to purchase my own personal mobile and begin paying a monthly fee. My company has made that decision a little easier by taking away my Blackberry 8330 (which I loved) and replacing it with an HTC Ozone (which I hate). I've been tempted by the Droid, but the keyboard and the fact that my wife is on T-Mobile has prevented me from purchasing it. I figure I can wait for the X-10 in February, and if it doesn't come to T-Mobile or isn't up to my expectations, there will be a plethora of Android phones available to pick from.
Looking forward to the next 4 months, phone-wise.
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There is but can’t say for sure until Verizon / Moto confirms it.
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One noteworthy factor with the Droid is, since the implementation of Android is standard (rather than the custom interface on the Eris, for example) when upgrades are available they are quite likely to quickly hit the Droid. On a custom UI, the device will be left waiting for the device manufacturer to upgrade their compatibility.
Posted 1 week ago #
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