Looks like the guys over on XDA Developers have been at it again and already hacked the Motorola Atrix 4G to gain root access. The screen shots show the Atrix running Titanium Backup, which requires root access to run.
It seems user designgears is responsible for this little beauty and he doesn’t even have a phone of his own. He created the root hack and asked user Getaphixx to test it out for him. I guess it worked
Courtesy of Droid-Life we get a sneak peek at the Xoom’s user guide. While it doesn’t contain any information we haven’t already found out, it may be valuable to some people. If nothing else you can get a head-start on learning the inner-workings of the Xoom before you purchase it.
The catch is it’s in .PDF format, better starting preheating your Abode Reader for 64 pages of Xoom awesomeness. You can download your copy here.
Motorola has made it known that the Xoom will be hitting Europe Q2 this year. Both 3G and wifi-only versions will landing in the upcoming months, but there’s no word yet what carriers will support the 3G version. And while we’ve seen indications of a wifi-only version, this is the first confirmation from Motorola that a wifi-only version will exist at all without carrier entanglements. Hopefully such an offering shows up stateside, as well. Full press release after the break. Read More…
Finally, a work phone worth taking home. At least, that’s how Motorola is pitching the Motorola Pro to the European market in its Youtube video. Virtually identical to the Droid Pro (minus the Verizon-purchased “Droid” name), this phone will be hitting the European market soon, aimed at bringing Android to business professionals. Sporting a 1GHz CPU and a 3.1-inch display with full QWERTY keyboard, this device is more than capable of handling anything one might traditionally turn to a Blackberry for. Youtube video and full press release available after the break. Read More…
Motorola’s got a silver version of the XOOM tablet out in the wild, it looks like. If all black isn’t your thing, it’s another option that may end up on store shelves alongside the device’s WiFi-only release, which the gentlemen in the video confirms will happen.
He also confirms that a 3G version that uses GSM technology is in the works, so folks on carriers other than Verizon and folks in Europe can rest easy knowing you’ll be able to at least import the device and use it on your network of choice. He gives us a tour of the silver version, but other than its color, it’s nothing we haven’t already seen. Video is above. [tBreak via Engadget] [Thanks, Jdog!]
Here’s some more Motorola Xoom action for ya. We’ve just got word that the latest and greatest to pass through the hands of the FCC is a WiFi only Motorola Xoom. For those of you who have been pretty hesitant on dropping $800 bucks on the device, this has definitely got to have you wiping the sweat off of your brow. No word yet on how much the device will run you, but we’ll keep digging deeper folks. As a segway for the Xoom, we’ll also note that the guys over at Engadget got their hands on a video of a Xoom in Dubai, and get this, it’s a silver GSM model. It’s not confirmed whether the US shores will see this device or not, but a man can hope cant he? We’re speculating that since there are no 3G radios in the device, there should be a significant drop in that undaunted nightmare of an MSRP. What do you think is a fair price for a WiFi only Motorola Xoom, and more importantly, would you get one? Hit the source link to check out the video by our friends over at Engadget.
We’ve all heard about Honeycomb (Android 3.0), and how it will be limited to tablets only. Now, with the rumors flying about that Android 2.4 will actually be “Honeycomb for Phones”, it’s probably only a matter of time until genius minds – like those at xda-developers – come up with a full port of Android 3.0 for phones. Until that glorious day comes, however, we’ve got a mockup of a concept phone, dubbed the Motorola “Bee”.
This cool concept would run Android 3.0 Honeycomb, specially ported for the phone. It would also have:
3G+ support
8MP camera w/ full HD capture capability
5MP front-facing camera
4.3″ Super AMOLED multitouch display
1280×720 screen resolution
32 / 64 GB internal storage options
Be sure to hit the break to check out the full gallery of concept mockups, and let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Last week AT&T gave us a 60-second rundown of the HTC Inspire 4G, and now the Motorola Atrix 4G is getting the same treatment. If you want the quick and slick story on the Atrix 4G, this is the video you want to watch. Even though the laptop dock’s $499.99 price tag (with or without the Atrix 4G) is a bit discouraging, the $199.99 price point for the phone alone is more than reasonable for a handset boasting a dual-core processor and 1GB of RAM. In case you need a refresher on the rest, here’s the vid:
As expected, Motorola took their shot at the iPad with their full length commercial during the Super Bowl Ad extravaganza. Give it a gander below and let us know what you think. In addition, Motorola has launched the official page for the Xoom and provides tons of pics, videos, and an in depth look at the features. Check it out here. And lastly, the guys over at Engadget caught wind of a Best Buy circular showing the Xoom to initially come in at $800.00 with a Feb 24th launch date. Will you get one, or will that price tag deter you? Hit the break to check out some more pics and to view the Xoom ad aired during Super Bowl XLV.
AT&T has finally announced the release date of the powerhouse that is the Motorola Atrix 4G. Beginning February 13 you can pre-order the Atrix and Motorola expects it to become available in stores March 6th. It’s priced at $199.99 with a 2 year contract with a whole slew of accessories available. AT&T is offering two special packages for those who purchase the Atrix 4G in addition to their accessories. The first one pairs the Atrix 4G with a Motorola Laptop Dock costing $499.99 after a 2 year contract and $100 mail-in rebate which you get after subscribing to Data Pro smartphone data plan and tethering addon. They are also offering an Entertainment Access Kit which will add the Motorola HD Multimedia Dock, a Bluetooth keyboard with mouse and a remote control for $189.99. AT&T’s acclaimed world’s most powerful phone delivers a nice stockpile of goodies. With a dual-core pumping out 2GHZ and the world’s first qHD screen, allowing you to seamlessly watch movies and other media without a problem. I know alot of people have been waiting for this phone, but with the Inspire 4G around the corner and this more than a month away. How many people are willing to wait for it?
Motorola Atrix 4g Quick Specs:
4″ qHD Touchscreen
2GHZ 2×1 Dual-Core Processor
5MP camera with LED flash and a VGA front facing camera
16GB internal flash memory expandable to 32GB via microSD
If you’re watching the Super Bowl, and if you live in America you probably are, you also probably saw the Motorola XOOM commercial. If you didn’t, check it out below:
The Motorola XOOM minisite also went live which offers a pretty in-depth look at the device:
It’s not a whole lot of extra footage here, so don’t go making any popcorn for it. Rather, save that for the game later today. This video is all of 10 seconds and simply shows us what the Honeycomb boot Animation looks like on a Motorola Xoom. Enjoy!
AT&T sharing another Mobile minute with the Motorola Atrix 4G. This device is going to launch with a $199.99 price tag and boasts a dual-core processor, 1GB ram, and Android 2.2 (Froyo). Check out the video below for more information on the soon to be launched Motorola Atrix 4G.
Cliq XT owners have been long awaiting the update to Android 2.1, and Motorola has been promising for a while that it would be coming soon. However, yesterday the statement was issued from Motorola that the update won’t be coming after all. “After comprehensive testing of the Android 2.1 upgrade for the CLIQ XT, we have concluded that this device will remain on Android 1.5. We realize many of you were anxiously awaiting this upgrade, but we aim to deliver software upgrades only when it will provide a better customer experience.” Apparently testing is showing that not to be the case in this instance, and so Motorola has made the decision to leave the Cliq XT at Android 1.5. A shame for those of you who have this phone and wanted the upgrade, but at least Motorola is no longer stringing you along.
Here it is gang. The guess work is over as of today. AT&T will begin taking pre sales for the new Messiah phone, the Atrix 4G, on Feb 13th with the expected price tag of $199.99 on a 2 yr contract. The device is touted to launch March 6th with the possibility of an earlier release date, per AT&T. In addition, those looking to grab the laptop dock along with the Atrix can expect to tack on another $300.00 bones to the mix. We heard you say “ouch”. So, for a total of $499.99 the device and dock are yours. Now, keep in mind that you’ll most likely require AT&T’s Data Pro plan and tethering add-on to go along with the hardware. In addition, if you’re not too strapped at the end of the month with that hefty cellphone bill, AT&T is also offering an Entertainment Access Kit which includes the HD multi-media dock, bluetooth keyboard & mouse and a remote control for $189.99 Hit the break for more details, pics and the official press release.
The Motorola Droid Bionic has hit Amazon for a sweet price of $149.99 on a 2-year contract with Verizon. The Droid Bionic was one of the elite devices shown at CES, and got some great benchmarking numbers as well. The device showing up on Amazon already may mean that the device is much closer to launch than the original “end of Q2″ with Verizon as previously stated. The page seen above has however been pulled down shortly after it was up, so we’re not sure when it’s going live again.
We’ll keep you all posted! Keep your wallets ready.
Spotted on the could be horizon, a new Android device for Nextel. Sporting a rugged exterior similar to that of the Motorola i1, it seems we have a industrial Android device. While it seems to be a little outdated running 2.1 and a slow processor, it does have a full physical qwerty keyboard. The biggest thing competing in the industrial field of phones in the outdoor-like workplaces is a blackberry, between the i1 and this I think android can break into that field. What do you think?
I’m not sure if it’s the device itself that I love or if it’s the laptop dock ability. No matter what I see of this device, I wish more and more that it would come to T-Mobile, but I know there is no chance of that ever happening.
We do know that the Atrix 4G will be going on sale through Costco and Amazon for only $150, which is a smoking deal for a device of this caliber. This will be the first Dual-Core Android device to hit the U.S., which is a pretty exciting thing for all of us and for AT&T, the carrier making it happen.
We had a little one on one time with this device at CES. Check out the link for what we got to play with.
Now on to the promo video from Motorola. It almost gives me the chills.
Motorola plans on launching the Motorola Atrix without the full utilization of the NVIDIA Tegra2 dual-core processor with regards to its ability to shoot 1080p full HD video. As this has been as much a thorn in Motorola’s side as our own in anticipation of this awesome device we saw at CES, we have to wonder why Motorola would launch it, when the LG Optimus 2X is launching with full utilization of the Tegra2 with 1080p encoding as well as HDMI output in full HD as well.
Fear not though, Motorola has every intention of making sure everyone who gets an Atrix 4G will be able to shoot 1080p video, as they plan to launch an update shortly after the launch of the device in February. How long after, we don’t know, and it’s likely Motorola doesn’t know either. We’ll wait to hear though…biting our nails in suspense.
Looks like a projected release date for the Motorola Atrix, aka the salivation express, is getting closer and closer thanks to a tipster over at MobileSyrup. We mentioned back on the 14th that Bell was releasing the device soon, due to a live web page posted on their site. The screen shot above was taken from an internal database at Bell Mobile, and thanks to the shot, it looks like a March 17th release is underway.
The Motorola Atrix was first announced at CES this year and caused quite a stir with the amount of options it will be rocking under the hood. Read More…
After word that the Motorola XOOM tablet might be getting MotoBlur hit the internet to the dismay of Google Experience fans everywhere, Motorola has reached out to us to set the record straight. The XOOM was developed alongside Google to optimize the tablet and Honeycomb’s working relationship. Motorola is calling it a “Google Experience Device” and says there are no plans for MOTOBLUR to find its way to the tablet.
We aren’t sure what that European rep was referencing when he said a future update might bring the custom UI to the XOOM, but thankfully there isn’t a lick of truth to it.
We could be looking at the pricing for two of Verizon’s most highly anticipated future releases. The HTC Thunderbolt, which should be launching in February, looks to be priced slightly higher than your typical new smartphone release at $249.99. The Motorola XOOM looks to get an unsubsidized pricing of $799.99 (we hope its unsubsidized, at least).
Both prices are sure to turn a few heads and strike up some lively conversation. The Thunderbolt does get 4G, but the hardware makes it not much more than similar handsets retailing for $199.99. Given everything the XOOM offers, we aren’t too turned off by the pricing, but with a bit of room for subsidy there is hope it might drop a bit.
More Motorola XOOM news for you. Some shots of Best Buy’s internal system shows the Motorola XOOM launching February 17th, but for $699.99 instead of the $799.99 we saw in Verizon leaks late last week. It’s important to note that Verizon allows their retail partners to set their own price for the device, which would describe the discrepancy. We’re just over a week away from February, so we should see soon enough – through advertisements – whether or not these rumored release dates will stand true. [Droid-Attic via A&M]
Like other tablets before it, the Motorola Xoom is looking to make it’s sale debut over at Best Buy on the 17th of February, according to Engadget. Details show that the pricing appears to be starting out at a steep $700 buckaroos with 32GB onboard. This puts it in the price range of the original 32GB 3G iPad which costs $730. Read More…
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