Motorola Droid MAXX Shipping Ahead of August 20th Release

Verizon’s new Motorola Droid MAXX, and presumably the Motorola Droid Ultra, have begun shipping to customers ahead of their August 20th release date.
Earlier this week, there was a bit of controversy over the release dates of the Motorola Droid MAXX and the Droid Ultra, two of Verizon’s new Droid smartphones from Motorola. While the devices were initially announced with an August 20th release date, the devices saw their ship by dates slip to August 27th online causing some to suspect a delay.



The Droid MAXX from Verizon is shipping out ahead of is August 20th release.

Verizon cleared the air, telling prospective buyers that the devices will still be available on August 20th in-stores but that those who pre-ordered after the change in the date won’t see their devices ship out until later on.
The good news is that those who pre-ordered these devices prior to the date change are apparently seeing their devices shipping out ahead of projected August 20th delivery dates. The screenshot below, sent to Gotta Be Mobile by a tipster, shows the Droid MAXX being picked up by FedEx just a few short hours ago.



The Droid MAXX is shipping out ahead of its August 20th release date.
The tipster tells us that the device is expected to arrive on August 20th, the same date that was given as a ship by date shortly after the devices went up for pre-order. At this point, we can only confirm that the Droid MAXX is shipping but we imagine that the Droid Ultra, the other device set for arrival on August 20th, is shipping as well. Motorola’s third Droid smartphone, the Droid Mini, isn’t set to arrive until August 29th.

The Droid Ultra and Droid MAXX are entering a crowded field as Verizon is set to carry the HTC One on August 22nd and release the Moto X just a few short days later. The carrier is also expected to get the iPhone 5S and the Samsung Galaxy Note 3 which are thought to be arriving in early September. Rumors have also suggested that the company will offer the rumored HTC One Max, a large screen version of the HTC One.

Verizon’s new Droids do have some likable features including high-resolution displays, speedy processors, solid cameras and durable designs. The Droid MAXX also features a massive battery that should offer consumes up to 48 hours in battery life, more than the Droid RAZR MAXX HD.

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The Future of Car Radio: Embeddable Apps

For years, traditional AM/FM radio was the only form of media built into cars, but advanced alternatives such as Siruis XM, Pandora and other radio services have been added to the in-car repertoire. With more choices now on the market, drivers and automakers are still trying to figure out which form of radio is best for the dashboard.



During a panel on Tuesday at New York Consumer Electronics Week, part of the Connected Car Conference, industry executives agreed the future of radio is embeddable apps. Such apps bring more content directly to the car for more entertainment options while keeping drivers' eyes away from their smartphones. Although this could take a few years to gain traction, data plan carriers such as AT&T, Sprint and Verizon have already expressed interest.


But according to the panelists, a few obstacles — such as data pricing and design — lie ahead.

“New in-car apps need to look like AM and FM radio to drivers,” said Chia-Lin Simmons, VP of marketing and content for Aha Radio.

Other bumps include manufacturers building the proper technology so that apps can be added and subtracted quickly when new options become available. Pricing also poses an issue; people want services included in the price tag and not added later on. For example, BMW will be adding 10 years of connected services to the price for its 2014 vehicle fleet.

“There are so many choices out there, and we want consumers to pick what they want,” said Eric Sargent, product manager of BMW ConnectedDrive & Technology. “We can already adapt our system, so you can have a brand new app in a car that is two years old. Driver distraction is a big area we take into consideration, too, and giving drivers option so they never have to touch their phone.”

Voice commands are a huge growth area for many manufacturers and could truly impact how drivers access the radio in cars, panelists said. Drivers can tell the dashboard to change the station, tune in to favorite talk shows or ask for traffic information.


“Drivers are using technology in different ways and some are embracing social in the car," Sargent said. He added that the company is experimenting with more connected options. “There is limitedFacebook integration with BMW right now, and you can read some tweets and text messages, so you never have to look at your phone.”

Geoff Snyder, director of automotive business development for Pandora, believes in the future could also connect in-car software to other hardware elsewhere.

“There is such a big opportunity for software and app-cessory makers moving forward,” Snyder said. “For example, consider the NEST thermostat, which personalizes your home air system. In the future, you should be able to press a button on your car that will connect to your home hardware. Eventually, what is home and what is mobile will be blurred.”

Even though about 15 million new cars will hit the market this year, the ubiquity and consumer adoption could be a multi-decade process, panelists said.

What do you think of embeddable apps in cars? Would you pay extra for them? Share your thoughts in the comments below


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Galaxy Note 2 Review: Mobile Productivity

The Galaxy Note 2 is an impressive smartphone that delivers productivity and features worthy of the large size. With a keyboard or by itself,the Galaxy Note 2 is a powerful mobile companion that lets me get work done when there is a break in my day.
After using the Galaxy Note 2 for the past several months I find that I am carrying it instead of an iPad or iPad mini. While I typically carry it as a companion device to my iPhone 5, it is more than suitable as a primary smartphone and small tablet.
With the large display, powerful software and a ZAGGKeys Flex keyboard, I’ve found an excellent mix of portability and productivity in an always connected device that can even handle my occasional phone calls.

The Galaxy Note 2 and a Bluetooth keyboard delivers great productivity.

The Galaxy Note 2 features a large 5.5-inch display that offers more flexibility than the iPad mini by offering up a multi-view feature that lets users use two apps at the same time. This makes it possible to reference something while I am writing on part of the screen. Not every app will work with the Multi-Window view feature, which is very frustrating  but the included Polaris Office app, the default browser, the Falcon Pro twitter client and others do.

There are times where I enjoy the focused experience of writing on the iPad mini, but just as often I am left double tapping t switch between email or the web browser to check a fact on something I am writing about.

With Multi-Window View I can use two apps at once.

With the Galaxy Note 2 I can keep a large writing area on one side of the phone and a web page or other app on the left, so that I can do more without taking my hands off the keyboard. This is similar to how I work on a laptop or at my desk.
The Galaxy Note 2′s screen is much smaller than the iPad mini, but when it comes to productivity I’ve found that it is large enough to help me get work done, and certainly large enough to warrant the Multi-Window feature, which Google would be wise to adopt as a standard Android feature.

The Galaxy Note 2 vs. the iPad mini, showing size advantages.

The mid-sized screen is one of the best Galaxy Note 2 features in my experience. Shortly after the iPad mini launched it became my go to mobile device, but even the iPad mini and a keyboard are bulky compared to carrying the Galaxy Note 2 and a keyboard. I commonly carry a ZAGG keyboard and a mobile device in my SCOTTEVEST, and after several weeks of switching back and forth the Galaxy Note 2 and a keyboard are definitely more convenient than carrying the iPad mini; and I don’t give up much by carrying the Note 2.

The Galaxy Note 2 and ZAGGKeys Flex keyboard.

Though not unique to the Galaxy Note 2, I can quickly connect with my co workers using Google+ and Google Hangouts while on the Galaxy Note 2. I am using the Verizon Galaxy Note 2 with 4G LTE, which delivers blazing fast speeds wherever I travel, so I don’t need to worry about hotspots or connectivity.
The Galaxy Note 2 also features the S Pen, a small stylus that brings some unique features to the table. After getting over the initial excitement of the S Pen, I found that I don’t use it very much. The Hover feature is handy, but I am often using the Galaxy Note 2 with a keyboard, or with two hands rather than with the S Pen.

The Galaxy Note 2 next to the ZAGGKeys Flex.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 2 is available on Verizon, AT&T, Sprint and T-Mobile for around $299, but there are deals on Amazon that offer better prices. The Verizon Galaxy Note 2 is $149 and the Sprint Galaxy Note 2 as low as $69.99.

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HTC Announces Windows Phone 8X For November Release

HTC’s 8X is finally official with a slightly different name than we originally thought: Windows Phone 8X by HTC.
The new Windows Phone 8X by HTC is HTC’s flagship Windows Phone 8 device and it looks so nice that Microsoft even let HTC put Windows Phone 8 in the phone’s title. The Windows Phone 8X has a 4.3-inch 720p display, and uses a dual-core 1.5GHz Snapdragon S4 processor.
Like HTC’s recent One lineup of Android phones the Windows Phone 8X features Beats audio for enhanced sound.
The phone also features the ImageChip used in those phones so it should produce excellent photos and video with its 8MP rear-facing camera. The camera features a back-side illuminated sensor, an f/2.0 aperture, and a 28mm lens. It can also shoot 1080p video with stereo sound.

The front facing camera can also shoot 1080p video and take advantage of the ImageChip. The front-facing camera is 2.1MP and it has an ultra-wide-angle (88°) lens to capture more people in every frame.
Unlike HTC’s One series of phones, the WIndows Phone 8X comes in a variety of colors. Those colors include purple, red, yellow, and black. The phone’s feature a sleek unibody design that manages to look unique while also maintaining a thin profile of just 10.12mm.
The Windows Phone 8X by HTC will release in November and could come to AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon in the U.S.
Unfortunately we don’t know the price, and the exact release date will have to wait until Microsoft announces the release date of Windows Phone 8. The company will likely hold an event on October 29 to make that announcement.

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iPhone 5 to Galaxy Note 2: September Gadget Launches Abound

After a stagnant summer, the tech world is about to kick into high gear with a September full of new product launches and release dates, the likes of which are normally reserved for CES in January.

This coming month we expect to see not just a new iPhone, but new tablets, e Readers, Windows Phone 8 devices and more.

With any luck most of these new gadgets will arrive in time for the holiday shopping season. It’s worth waiting for September before buying any new gadgets, especially an iPhone, Kindle or Android on Verizon.

iPhone 5
Droid RA ZR HD & Droid RAZR Mini
Windows Phone 8 from Nokia
Kindle Fire 2 & New Kindles
Galaxy Note 2, Windows 8 Tablets at IFA

We expect Apple will announce the iPhone 5, and possibly the iPad Mini at a product launch on September 12th. The event will most likely take place at Apple’s Cupertino, Calif. headquarters.

Apple is known for offering products for sale shortly after announcing them, and this time around rumors point to iPhone 5 preorders starting after the event wraps up.

iPhone 5 rendering offers a look at the possible new iPhone design.

The iPhone 5 release date is on target for Friday September 21st. This is the day preorders should arrive on doorsteps and the iPhone 5 should go on sale to lines of customers at Apple Stores as well as Verizon, AT&T and Sprint.

Leaks point to a new design for the iPhone 5. If these leaks are correct, the new iPhone will feature a larger 4-inch Retina Display with a taller design. The back of the iPhone will also change from glass to a two-tone metal design. Leaks claim the iPhone 5 is 7.6mm thick, thanks in part to a smaller dock connector. The headphone jack is on the bottom of the iPhone in the current leaks.

Apple will almost certainly include faster 4G LTE connectivity on the new iPhone, offering 10 times faster connections for uploading and downloading, and improving the performance of the new ISO 6 feature Face Time over cellular.

Many of us can’t wait to see what Apple will do in the small tablet market, but the latest rumors point to two Apple events, one to launch the iPhone 5 and a separate event later this year to

Verizon and Motorola Are taking over a venue in New York on September 5th to announce new 4G LTE Android smart phones. The event tag line is “Motorola. On Display.”, which leads us to believe this is the launch event for the new Droid RAZR sequel, one with an HD display.

This is the Droid RAZR HD.

Verizon is likely to announce the Droid RAZR HD at the event. The new RAZR HD catches its name from the display which is said to sport a 720P resolution. There’s no confirmation on the size of the Droid RAZR HD display, but we’re betting on something around 4.6-inches. Based on leaked photos we know the phone shares design elements

This phone is rumored to run on a dual core Snapdragon S4 processor and ship with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich, rather than the latest Android 4.1 with Google Now and Project Butter.

The Motorola Droid RAZR Mini may also make a showing at the event. This new Android smart phone is likely to hit Verizon as the Droid M for $149. Rumors say this phone is a smaller version of the popular Droid RAZR. Hopefully Motorola puts a decent battery in this phone so it can make it through a full day of use.

Leaks show the Droid M will arrive with a qHD display, dual core Snapdragon processor and NFC support. The display size remains a mystery, but based on the price and Mini nickname, we may see a 4-inch display.

Nokia and Microsoft are also likely to announce two new phones on September 5th. The Nokia event takes place just a few weeks ahead of Nokia World, but it looks like we’ll see our first Windows Phone 8 smart phones.

This may be the Nokia Phi with Windows Phone 8.

The Nokia Phi launch looks good for September 5th, as the follow up to the Nokia Lumia 800 and Lumia 900 devices. This new Windows phone 8 smart phone will likely feature a 4-inch display with a design similar to the Lumia 900, including the polycarbonate shell.

The Nokia Arrow and Nokia Atlas are also expected with specs befitting a mid range device. These two phones will replace the Lumia 710.

According to leaked information, the Nokia Phi and Nokia Arrow will launch on AT&T first with an Arrow version arriving on T-Mobile around the same time. The Nokia Atlas, a version of the Arrow, is expected on Verizon, but not at launch.

The launch of these new devices may not arrive until 2 months later, in November when Microsoft is rumored to launch Windows Phone 8.

Amazon is also taking the stage in September, where we expect to see a number of new Kindles at a September 6th event in California.

Amazon doesn’t mention Kindles by name in the invite, but after a Kindle fire sale in early August, the company is likely ready to deliver a collection of new Kindle devices.

Possible Kindle Fire 2 design.

On tap is a new Kindle Fire 7-inch tablet, which will likely include a 1280 x 800 resolution display, metal frame and a plastic back. Rumors point to multiple models, which could include a 10-inch Kindle Fire to take on the iPad. The 7-inch Kindle Fire already faces increased competition from the Nexus 7 tablet and possible pressure from the rumored iPad Mini.

According to Staples, Amazon will announce several Kindle Fire models. some of which may include 3G or 4G LTE connectivity. Full access to the web would likely require a subscription, but Amazon may include free Kindle books syncing and or some access to Amazon Prime videos.

We also expect to see at least one new Kindle eInk eReader. Rumors point to a new lighted Kindle eReader, which would compete with the Nook Simple Touch with Glow light.

Amazon may also announce new software features to complement the Scan and Match music service and the Game Circle service that add value to the Kindle Fire experience. Kindle Fire 2 render via t3n.de.

Samsung plans to steal the stage at IFA 2012 by launching the Galaxy Note 2 on August 29th, but the new Note tablet will be the talk of IFA, which runs through September 5th.

The Galaxy Note 2 is destined for an international launch and looks likely on AT&T and now on T-Mobile. There’s no word on the U.S. Galaxy Note 2 release date, but it will probably take place after the Note 2 arrives on other international carriers.

Rumors point to a 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display with S Pen support, 1.5 to 2GB of RAM and a quad-core Exynos processor. The phone will sport 4G LTE speeds and likely ship with Android 4.0.

We’ll most likely see a wide assortment of Windows 8 tablets at IFA 2012. Expect the Lenovo Idea Pad Yoga to make an announcement and tablets from other manufacturers. Dell is holding an event at the show, where we may see their Windows 8 tablets.

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Motorola Droid RAZR Arrives in New Colors with Cheaper Price

A couple of days ago, Verizon launched a new cheaper version of the Motorola Droid RAZR. The new model checks in at $199 with a new two-year contract. It also comes with 16GB of on board storage. Sorry, no microSD card included in this deal. Until today though, the only color available was black. Starting today though, the 16GB Droid RAZR now comes in both purple and white flavors.

Both the purple and white models of the Droid RAZR are exactly the same as the device that we reviewed, and loved, back in October. They just come with a price tag that’s $100 lower.

Taking the place at the $299 price point will be the Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX which still doesn’t have an official release date but is rumored to be launching on January 26th.

Verizon likes to announce these kinds of things at the last minute.

The Droid RAZR MAXX, if you’re unfamiliar, is going to come with a massive 3,300 mAh battery which will allow for owners 21 hours of continuous talk time. It’ll also be a tad thicker than the original Droid RAZR.

As for the specifications of the RAZR that was released today, for $199 you’ll be getting:

• CPU: 1.2-GHz TI OMAP 4330
• RAM: 1GB
• Internal Storage: 16GB
• Display: 4.3-inch, qHD 960 x 540 resolution
• Cameras: Rear – 8MP; Front – 1.3MP
• Battery: 1780 mAh battery

We should also mention that it comes with 4G LTE capabilities which means that you’ll be able to utilize data speeds that are up to 10 times faster than 3G.

Not bad for a $200 smartphone.

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Motorola announces new tablet computer XYBOARD and white version of the RAZR

Motorola today announced a collaboration with the U.S. company Verizon for Tablet Hasabha new Motorola Droid XYBOARD Pencchtah: 10.1 and 8.2 inches. Both versions of the device completely identical in specifications and the only difference is the size of the screen only. The following is a list of specifications:

    * 10.1-inch screen or 8.2-inch IPS Ptguenita and Gorilla Glass
    * Dual-Core processor speed 1.2 GHz
    * 1 GB RAM
    * Rear Camera 5 Megapixel front and a 1.3 megapixel camera
    * 16, 32 and 64 GB of internal storage space for XYBOARD 10.1. And 16 and 32 GB for XYBOARD 8.2
    * Android 3.2 will be updated later to Android 4.0
    * Verizon 4G LTE

Shopping Motorola each of the two devices are different, P XYBOARD 10.1 for productivity and provides a feature to write directly on the screen using a special pen comes with the device, while XYBOARD 8.2 multimedia and comes with a surround sound 2.1 and screen high-definition. It also comes with some devices business applications such as Quickoffice HD and Citrix GoToMeeting.
As for the price it seems that Motorola did not learn a lesson from its experience with a Xoom did not learn from Samsung and ASUS

, this is the price with the knowledge that it is with a contract for two years (and are therefore expected to be open most expensive version):

    * DROID XYBOARD 10.1: 16GB version at $ 530, 32GB at $ 630, and 64GB at $ 730
    * DROID XYBOARD 8.2: 16GB version at $ 430 and 32GB at $ 530
Devices Seitovran this month through a company Verzizon America as we or any information yet about the international version. Were also announced for the white version of the Motorola RAZR same hardware specifications, known not only where a new color

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