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The Droid 2 is the second generation phone from the original. I heard that it is a big improvement and that it is gaining some converts from the Blackberry and iPhone users pool. Although I do not personally own one, I do know that Motorola makes quality phones. The phone is rated an average of 3.5 stars out of 5 at Amazon. Available Now at Amazon with Free Shipping. (Note that the link to the product is the phone offered with Verizon Wireless which is only available in the US)

Amazon.com Product Description

An exciting sequel that ups the ante for smartphones, the feature-packed DROID 2 by Motorola for Verizon Wireless helps manage your work and social life with a plethora of new enhancements, including an improved QWERTY keyboard, full push corporate e-mail, and Adobe Flash Player 10.1 for access to the full Web.

Loaded with Android 2.2, the DROID 2 offers greater multitasking capabilities, enhanced corporate e-mail, and Adobe Flash 10.1 support.

The DROID 2 runs the latest Android operating system–OS 2.2 (aka, Froyo)–which provides a faster overall Android experience as well as greater multitasking capabilities. You’ll be able to receive notifications, listen to music, and even record GPS data without keeping the application open. It also offers enhanced Exchange support, with Calendar syncing, Global Address Lookup, improved security, auto-discovery, and more.

Sporting a new super-slim form factor, the DROID 2 offers a redesigned symmetrical keyboard with raised keys for more responsive typing to push out notes and status updates. Speech-to-text input and the virtual multi-touch keyboard (accessed via the 3.7-inch touchscreen) allow for quick messaging, and you can use the Swype keyboard enhancement for even faster input–with up to 50 words per minute using one continuous finger motion across the screen keyboard (learn more about Swype below).

With integrated Google technology, DROID 2 brings one-touch access to the popular Google mobile services millions use every day, including Google Search by voice, Google Maps with Street View, GTalk instant messaging (with presence capabilities), YouTube, and Picasa. The DROID 2 also provides easy access to both personal and corporate e-mail, calendars, and contacts supported by Exchange Server and Gmail. And through Android Market, you’ll get access to thousands of useful applications, widgets, and fun games to download and install on your phone, with many more apps being added every day.

The DROID 2 features a no compromise Web and entertainment experience, advanced social messaging and a redesigned QWERTY keyboard (see larger image).

In addition to high-speed connectivity on the fast and reliable Verizon Wireless 3G network (US Buyers Only), you can also share the built-in 3G Mobile Hotspot via Wi-Fi among five devices–laptop, another phone, MP3 player, and more (additional service charge). (See more details on optional Verizon Wireless services below.)

You’ll also enjoy a wide range of multimedia entertainment with the DROID 2, including BLOCKBUSTER On Demand presented by V CAST Video for purchasing, renting, and viewing movies right on the phone and the NFL Mobile app for live news and game updates.

Preloaded social networking widgets allow you to sync and stream your feeds and updates from Facebook, Twitter, and MySpace all to one screen in real time. Other features include a 5-megapixel camera/camcorder with DVD-quality video capture, 8 GB of onboard memory and a pre-installed 8 GB memory card, ultra-fast Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, GPS turn-by-turn directions via free Google Maps with Navigation (Beta) as well as VZ Navigator, and up to 9.5 hours of talk time.

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Key Features

• Fast 3G connectivity thanks to the reliable Verizon Wireless EV-DO, Rev A network
• Powered by the Android operating system (version 2.2, Froyo) with deep integration of Google services and access to thousands of apps to customize your phone via the Android Market.
• Advanced multitasking capabilities allow you to receive notifications, listen to music, and even record GPS data without keeping the application open.
• Full Suite of Google Apps including Google Maps with Street View, transit, and Wikipedia information; GTalk with Presence; Gmail; YouTube, Latitude, and Google Calendar
• Wireless-N Wi-Fi networking (802.11b/g/n) for accessing home and corporate networks as well as hotspots while on the go.
• 3G Mobile Hotspot: The DROID 2 comes travel-ready with a built-in 3G Mobile Hotspot–a Wi-Fi hotspot that can be shared among five Wi-Fi-capable devices. The 3G Mobile Hotspot is the perfect family vacation companion, and at $20 for 2 GB and 5 cents per megabyte overage, it provides an allowance big enough for sharing with the entire family for downloading games, Internet access, and more.
• Enjoy Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter all in real-time without logging into and updating multiple applications. Updates synced and streamed to one screen waiting for you to view it when you want.
• Universal Inbox to view all your texts, social networking messages, and e-mail accounts in one place.
• Real HTML Web browsing provides more pages and better Web content delivered efficiently to your phone (Android Webkit HTML5-based browser).
• Swype input system allows you to input text faster and easier by gliding your finger around the keyboard, moving from letter to letter in one continuous motion. The Swype technology then calculates what word you’re intending to type (learn more below).
• Integrated GPS with a choice of navigation apps:
  • Google Maps Navigation (Beta) provides free, pre-loaded turn-by-turn voice guidance. Powered by Google and requiring an Internet connection, it enables you to simply say “Navigate to [your destination]” to get on your way. See live traffic, use Street View or satellite imagery to view your route, and get access to the most recent maps and business information from Google Maps without ever needing to update your device.
  • VZ Navigator is downloadable via Android Market and allows you to navigate routes, check traffic conditions, and more. And with new “Click to Nav” integration, you can click on any address you see in your Web browser and automatically navigate using VZ Navigator. (Free to download, VZ Navigator has a $9.99 monthly charge)

Key Specifications

• 1 GHz TI OMAP processor with dedicated graphics processor loads Web pages 40 percent faster than the original DROID by Motorola.
• 3.7-inch touchscreen display (854 x 480 pixels, 16 million color depth)
• Slide-out physical QWERTY keyboard plus two touchscreen QWERTY keyboard
• 5-megapixel camera/camcorder with auto focus, touch-to-focus, face detection, panoramic modes, and more
• DVD-quality video capture with easy upload to YouTube, slow-motion capture, fast motion capture, and more.
• Multi-format digital audio player with dedicated Amazon MP3 Store app for over-the-air downloads.
• DLNA Wireless sharing of photos, video, and music with other DLNA compatible devices (Server, Controller, Player, Upload, and Download)
• Bluetooth connectivity (version 2.1) includes profiles for communication headset, hands-free car kits, and the A2DP Bluetooth profile–enabling you to wirelessly stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones or speaker dock.
• 8 GB internal memory
• Included 8 GB microSD card with support for optional cards up to 32 GB.
• Text, picture, and video messaging with threaded messaging feature
• E-mail: Corporate (Exchange 2003 and 2007), Gmail, IMAP, POP3, Attachment and browser document viewer (Microsoft Office and PDF)
• Airplane mode allows you to listen to music while the cellular connectivity is turned off.
• TTY compatible
• Hearing aid compatibility = M3/T3

Vital Statistics
The DROID 2 weighs 5.96 ounces and measures 4.58 x 2.38 x 0.54 inches. Its 1400 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 9.5 hours (575 minutes) of talk time, and up to 315 hours (13+ days) of standby time. It runs on the CDMA 800/1900 frequencies as well as EV-DO, Rev A 3G frequencies.

What’s in the Box
DROID 2 handset, rechargeable battery, charger, 8 GB microSD card, USB cable, quick start guide

Verizon Wireless Services (US Buyers Only)

• Reliable 3G Network: With support for the EV-DO high-speed data standard, you’ll enjoy fast access to the Internet and Verizon Wireless multimedia services (additional charges applicable), with average download speeds ranging from 400 to 700 Kbps and peak rates up to 2 Mbps. (Learn more about where EV-DO coverage is offered.)
• Visual Voice Mail: This innovative service enables you to delete, reply, and forward voice mail messages without having to listen to prior messages or voice instructions. Visual Voice Mail is the ideal tool for the busy mobile professional who may need to prioritize which messages he or she listens to first. Features include on-screen access to voice mail message status, save up to 40 messages for 40 days (or archive permanently), create up to 10 different caller ID-based greetings, and reply via call back, text or even voice mail.
• V CAST Video on Demand: This optional service enables you to watch full-length TV shows plus news, sports, weather, and live entertainment video clips. It features more than 100 full-length programs from leading broadcast and cable networks, ranging from highly-rated drama and comedy series to reality programs and children’s programming. V CAST Video on Demand also delivers live sporting events, including NHL hockey games and an upcoming slate of college football games.

  The service offers unlimited viewing of Basic Videos and the ESPN MVP channel. You can choose from 14 categories, including Entertainment, Kids, Music, Sports, Comedy, News, Pop Culture, Information, Women, Latino, Home & Leisure, Multicultural, Cutting Edge, and Hollywood. Additional subscription charges applicable.

• VZW Backup Assistant: Automatically back up your mobile contacts to your online address book. If your phone is lost, stolen, or damaged, or you decide to upgrade, easily restore your saved address book to your new phone. You can also add, delete, edit, and print your contacts online and send the changes to your mobile phone.

Learn More

Swype Keyboard

An alternative to the Android virtual keyboard, the Swype virtual keyboard allows you to input text by swiping the finger with one continuous finger or stylus motion across the screen keyboard. Based on testing, speed, and accuracy are equal to or better than the traditional keyboard-tapping method. You can activate the Swype keyboard by pressing and holding in a text field, wait for popup to appear, click Input Method, and then select Swype.

In the image to the left, the word “quick” was generated from tracing the path shown above in a fraction of a second, by roughly aiming to pass through the letters of the word. A key advantage to Swype is that there is no need to be very accurate, enabling very rapid text entry.

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Laboratories Ericsson demonstrates an API to use (through three dimensions of interpretation of the world on real images of Saab powered spin-off of the defense business, and not the car company navigate C3) technologies in the coming Sony Ericsson X10 – in short, the view amazing. The control buttons are a bit cheesy action, of course, but not worry too much about it – that’s necessarily a proof of concept “and the most important thing is that no matter how much running vertically and horizontally sweeping through the urban landscape of the demo is donor The video output is still true over 30 frames per second. Thank you God for the lion’s mouth, right? There is no indication that we will see a final version of this application in X10S break out of the box, but fortunately this is something impressive.

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Although we did not the liquid itself that Acer saw yours on American soil, the rich Britons were treated to a second color option – black – underclocked this phone Android snapdragons. Still no sign of the Red option, but Acer has promised. The prices are stable at about 330 pounds (about $ 537) in a couple of UK e-tailers, but good, with tag $ 529 in the Nexus One Bright, it is difficult with our British friends to be angry. I hope Google and Vodafone can work something good for them.

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Fan-made to do? Very possible, but we are very excited about this idea. The band at Mobile01 I put two photos of the so-called shadow of Motorola (not with the T-Mobile Shadow to be confused), the summary seems Droid Milestone white keyboard with a wrist strap. Even more interesting is the assertion that this is the next flagship device from Google, this could be, also affectionately known as Nexus Two. Although there is no way to confirm this point, we could completely buy the feasibility. After all, what better way to complement the Nexus a slate with a QWERTY physical keyboard? And who better than the company whose device Android 2.0 platform increases Mindshare at supersonic speed, prepared with a CEO will need to continue to support the introduction of a competitive product?

SDG Bluebird Menu The white line is nothing new – even the ultra-GDP-6000 rugged handheld – but what is new is the support of Android. Previously, with Windows Mobile 6.1, machine rolls on a Marvell PXA320 at 806MHz bestial GSM / HSDPA voice and data services, 3-megapixel camera, a barcode scanner, 3.5-inch VGA screen, full QWERTY keyboard and — You guessed it – - MIL-SPEC 810F Performance of resistance against almost everything reasonable to reject. Needless to say that this is not the kind of phone you buy for your pre-teen, his grandmother, or yourself, for that matter – but if a fleet of boys and girls who need to explore things that case, without regard to their cell phones in the global market demands downloads on the street, and hatred in your Trimble Nomad Competition is equipped, it could very well be your lucky day. Android have now is 1.5, but the company expects a “2.x” update (we guess it will be 2.1) or this quarter or next to investments in cash – and dreaming the most creative way to keep the moisture resistance to take the test while you’re there.

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