Motorola Droid Pro Finally Getting Gingerbread Update

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Motorola revealed back in May that it would be providing Gingerbread updates for a large portion of its Droid family of smartphones, including the Droid Pro. Just a week or so later, we heard that the Droid Pro's Gingerbread update was already heading out to users. That turned out to be a false start, and marked the beginning of a summer plagued by such troubled software releases for Motorola phones. Now that fall's upon us, Motorola and Verizon are trying their hands at this again, and it looks like Gingerbread for the Droid Pro is finally ready to arrive.

Verizon has updated its support documents for the Droid Pro to reflect this new release, bringing the phone up to system software 4.6.8.XT610. The major component of the update is, of course Gingerbread, and all the improvements we've come to expect from it. You'll find plenty of fixes and system tweaks, as well, hopefully keeping your Droid Pro in tip-top operating condition; battery life should be a bit extended, GPS use won't make the Droid Pro reset, and there have been several fixes to SMS behavior.

We've heard that some users are getting the update already, but don't have word on how long it should be before it reaches everyone.

Source: Verizon
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AT&T Samsung Infuse 4G Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread ROM Leaked

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The Samsung-made AT&T Infuse 4G was supposed to get its Gingerbread treat since mid-August but so far there was only word of a maintenance update -- rumored to be a pre-Gingerbread update.

An Android 2.3.5 Gingerbread ROM has been leaked for the device and it is build I997UCKI4. It might be a good indication that the official update is not far out but if you just can't wait for it to be pushed to your phone, give the leak a try (but insert unofficial ROM update warning here).

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MetroPCS LG Esteem Leaks With Gingerbread and LTE

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The device you see in the picture above is the LG Esteem which will be joining Metro PCS' line-up. The screen grab is reportedly taken from LG's partner portal and it shows off both the device as well as its specs.

With Android 2.3 Gingerbread on-board and a radio capable of LTE speeds, the Esteem packs a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, 512MB of RAM, 8GB internal storage, 4.3-inch WVGA screen, five-megapixel camera with 720p video recording capability, 1.3-megapixel front facing webcam, and a 1500mAh battery. According to rumors, the phone will go for $349 with a $100 mail-in rebate. More screenshots of the specs at the source link!

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Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo Gets Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread Update

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When Sony Ericsson announced the Xperia Arc S and the Xperia Neo V (hardware refresh devices shipping with the new version of Android), they also made it public that Google Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread updates will start rolling-out for all 2011 Xperia models.

According to reports, the Google platform refresh is rolling out as we speak for the Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo. Aside from the new version of Android, the update brings several other features to the table too, like a new 3D panorama camera feature, Swype, the ability to take screenshots and several other enhancements to Facebook inside Xperia. Version numbers should be bumped from 4.0.A.2.368 to 4.0.1.A.0.283; if you didn't already get the update, wait a little bit more as it is rolling out gradually.

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Virgin Mobile To Get JukeB Gingerbread Android From TCT Mobile

Virgin Mobile looks like it will be getting a much-needed dash of Gingerbread in the near future, thanks to the reveal of the JukeB Android handset manufactured by TCT Mobile. The JukeB features an exposed QWERTY keyboard; Virgin already has handsets the like of the Samsung Intercept with a QWERTY slider, but so far lacks an Android with this Droid-Pro-like form factor.

It doesn't take too much of an imagination to guess that the JukeB is going to be promoted with an emphasis on music. As of now, though, the details on any such arrangement are still unknown, so we can't tell if this means some kind of streaming service through Virgin, or maybe an HTC/Beats-like arrangement that would see the JukeB bundled with quality headphones.

What we can tell you is that the JukeB will have a QVGA display, be 12.43 millimeters thick, and arrive running Android 2.3.4. We'll just have to wait a little longer to get a full picture of the phone, once we learn something about its processing and memory capabilities.

One last bit to the mystery: the JukeB is planned for Virgin Mobile in North America, but that could mean either the US or Canada. There's no sign just yet where it might hit first.

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Droid Incredible Gingerbread Update Looks Back On-Track

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When HTC tweeted yesterday that the Droid Incredible would be getting a long-overdue Gingerbread update sometime in September, we assumed that meant "in a couple weeks". We're still flipping our calendars forward, and there are already signs that the update is nearly upon us, with Verizon updating its Incredible support pages in advance of the update.

As we've discussed many times in the past, this doesn't necessarily mean that the update is imminent, but it's more likely than not that we'll see it within a matter of days. Case in point: Verizon was in the same position with the Incredible a couple weeks back, but ended up putting a stop to the update's distribution.

That code was version 4.06.605.2, and apparently it needed just a little more tweaking before Verizon was comfortable distributing it to its subscribers, because now we're up to 4.06.605.3. The list of new features doesn't give us much of a clue what's been changed since 605.2, so we're left assuming it's a bugfix of some kind or another.

Be on the lookout for the Incredible Gingerbread update to start trickling out anytime now.

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HTC Giving Gingerbread to Droid Incredible, Thunderbolt in Sept.

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The HTC Droid Incredible has had a long, convoluted path leading towards its future Gingerbread update. We've seen leaks, then outright denials that the smartphone would ever get Gingerbread. That didn't last, and then Verizon looked ready as of a couple weeks ago to start sending the update out. Once again, things cooled down, and though there have been more leaks, we're still waiting for the actual OTA update.

Gingerbread on the Thunderbolt has always seemed like more of a sure thing, not quite hitting the same speedbumps the Incredible did. Of course, it's had its own problems with buggy updates doing more harm than good, and has seen its share of Gingerbread leaks of its own. We were told that the phone should see an official OTA Gingerbread update by October, and that's now looking quite certain.

All these trials should soon be behind the pair, at least according to HTC. The company tweeted today that the updates for both models will be released sometime during September. Of course, Verizon still needs to sign-off on things, but it's a positive step in the right direction.

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Motorola Reveals Droid 2 Gingerbread Now Being Distributed

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Late last week, it looked like the original Droid 2 was nearly ready to get Gingerbread, with Verizon preparing its support pages for the coming update. Everything seemed ready top go, just waiting for the green light to start heading out. It appears that time is now upon us, with Motorola posting that the update is currently starting to go out.

Those support docs are usually a good sign that an update is imminent, but it's not always the case. We've seen Verizon put such files online, only to wait several weeks to actually get the ball rolling, or even revert the files back to those for a phone's previous update. So, while it's a good sign, it's not exactly a lock. We haven't heard anything new from Verizon, but Motorola now reports that the update is being distributed in phases; no word on how long it's expected to take for the code to reach all Droid 2 owners.

It was a little over three months ago when Motorola made clear its intent to deliver Gingerbread to much of the existing Droid family of smartphones. While it's certainly been a bit of a wait, this one at least beats Motorola's estimation that the updates would be out "before the end of the third quarter or sooner".

Update: Milestone 2 users still have a wait on their hands.

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Android This Week: Galaxy S2 vs iPhone; AT&T bakes Gingerbread, myTouch 4G Slide reviewed

The next Android vs iOS battle is shaping up between two challengers in the U.S.: The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S 2 and anticipated next iPhone model. What makes this interesting is that comparisons between the two platforms are generally looked upon differently, depending on which platform you support.

Apple’s iOS handset sales are mainly generated from from one new model per year, although older models also contribute. Android sales are derived from a vast number of different phones using Google’s platform.

The U.S. is poised, however, to see these two companies go head to head. It’s expected that Apple will announce and release a new iPhone in August or September. Samsung introduced the Galaxy S 2 in May, spreading availability to many countries outside of the U.S. and claims 5 million sales in just 85 days.

Several U.S. versions of the Galaxy S 2, varying by carrier, are likely to launch within the next month or two, including at least one for AT&T that may have a hardware keyboard. AT&T accounted for more than 17 percent of all iPhone sales last quarter, so that particular battleground should prove interesting.

While all U.S. carriers have embraced Android, AT&T publicly renewed its commitment to Google’s platform this week. The second largest carrier said it will offer Android 2.3, also known as Gingerbread, for all Android handsets it launched in 2011, starting with the Motorola Atrix 4G. Five other handsets already earned a spot on the upgrade list, including the Samsung Captivate, which is last year’s Galaxy S model for AT&T; an then-impressive alternative to Apple’s iPhone.

Also impressive are this year’s Android phones; many of which bring either a faster processor, improved user interface, or high-quality camera sensor. T-Mobile’s myTouch 4G Slide gains all three of these features and impressed me over a two-week review period.

At 6.5 ounces, the phone is heavier than most smartphones, but the main reason is due to the 4-row QWERTY keyboard that hides under the 3.7-inch display. A 1.2 GHz dual-core chip keeps the phone moving along quickly and the wide aperture 8 megapixel camera is paired with smart software that supports a fast burst mode, HDR images and wide panoramic views.

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Android This Week: Nexus S for AT&T; G2x gains Gingerbread; Honeycomb lags iPad

The Samsung Nexus S, essentially a flagship Android handset for Google, launches for AT&T’s network on Sunday for $99 with contract. Although the phone debuted in December and doesn’t have a dual-core processor like many new smartphones offered today, the phone has solid features and gains from being launched by Google. Instead of relying on a carrier to test and then push out software updates, Nexus phones are updated directly by Google; often far faster than other phones.

In addition to the vivid Super AMOLED display and native support for Google Talk video calls, a key differentiating feature in the Nexus S is the near-field communications (NFC) chip. This works with Google’s Wallet service, a method to pay for goods by tapping a smartphone on a payment terminal. At the Wallet launch, which was exclusive to the Nexus S for Sprint’s network, Google said it planned to expand support to more phones, and I suspect the Nexus S for AT&T is the next Wallet-capable handset.

Since no other Android handsets have NFC chips, it looks like the Nexus S is the only game in town for Google Wallet, but that doesn’t mean other handsets are getting stale. A software upgrade taking the LG G2x from Froyo to Gingerbread appeared this week. T-Mobile didn’t officially announce the upgrade, but LG’s software upgrader application can download it to Windows PC and install it on the phone. I haven’t yet tested the upgrade, but several readers have, indicating smoother overall performance. That’s welcome as G2x owners have experienced some slowness and random reboots with the phone; a shame because it has potential to be a peppy performer with the dual-core chip and stock Android interface.

On the tablet side for Android, consumers, developers and analysts are still trying to understand how Honeycomb tablet sales are doing. Apple’s iPad gobbled up 9.3 million sales in the last quarter and has now sold 28 million units. Given that companies aren’t sharing exact Android tablet sales figures, we can only estimate how Honeycomb is working out nearly 6 months since the platform launched. Using data on both the total number of Android device activations and those that hit the Android Market, a conservative estimate is that one Android tablet is sold for every eight iPads. Looking solely at data over a two-week period shows the gap could be as high as 21 iPads for every Honeycomb device.

There’s plenty of time for Honeycomb’s numbers to improve though as the tablet market is still relatively young. And this situation mirrors that of Android’s start in the smartphone market as well. When the G1 launched in October of 2008, I pointed out that it would take at least six months before the platform matured enough to capture developer’s attention. We’ll know by the holiday season if the same pattern holds true for Android tablets.

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