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[Roy Aguilera]

if we dont like this 2.1 we can just go to sholesupdater and root and get the 2.0.3 again right?

The 2.1 might/should patch root. The old root method from sholesupdater might/will no longer work.

 

[droidweasel]

so, will we still get the update ota if we are rooted?

 

[Roy Aguilera]

so, will we still get the update ota if we are rooted?

Yes but the update will unroot you and give you 2.1.
You can reject the update and wait for a 2.1 rom.

 

[paa79594]

sooo no 5th home screen for stock users...

 

[anon(7436)]

sooo no 5th home screen for stock users...

...or 4th!

 

[jeffnucci]

I doubt they will continue building 2.1 roms off the nexus dump I willing to bet that when this drops it will become the base and the things were missing will be added from the n1

That's what I was implying. Use the new 2.1 because it's actually MADE for our Droids, then add the other stuff. I want all the features of 2.1 without the live wallpapers and new launcher. I would love to have the new launcher but only if it wasn't so buggy and worked in landscape mode.

 

[briankeith513]

I don't know if this has been mentioned yet, but Motorola has just removed the features chart from the official 2.1 list from their site. Now instead of showing February 2010, and showing the features chart, it says, "There is a release coming, check back soon."

https://motorola-global-portal.custh...n/prod_id/7155

 

[thebizz]

That's what I was implying. Use the new 2.1 because it's actually MADE for our Droids, then add the other stuff. I want all the features of 2.1 without the live wallpapers and new launcher. I would love to have the new launcher but only if it wasn't so buggy and worked in landscape mode.

Sorry didn't fully read your first post

 

[droidweasel]

wonder what that means?

 

[clackout]

So have they pulled the update???????
Is DA back yet?

 

[droidweasel]

pulled it...or just getting ready to send it out.

 

[Roy Aguilera]

So have they pulled the update???????
Is DA back yet?

They pulled the info. I'm telling you, first the Twitter tweets get pulled and now the Motorola info get pulled. Something is fishy.

 

[Roy Aguilera]

pulled it...or just getting ready to send it out.

If they are sending it out tonight, there would be no reason to pull that info.

 

[tkineagan]

Motorola: Release notes for Droid’s Android 2.1 update
I just found this on Google - is this already old news ?
I could not post the link because I am too new - I guess.

 

[tkineagan]

This is from tech. icrontic. com

After previously confirming that an Android 2.1 update for the Droid would begin deployment this week, Motorola has today published the complete list of changes that will be sent via the OTA update.

From time-to-time, Motorola releases updates to enhance the overall performance of its phones. The Android 2.1 software update for DROID by Motorola provides new multimedia features, exciting new widgets, and a security upgrade.

We encourage you to immediately install this latest software update once you receive the notification on your device. This will ensure optimal performance of your DROID by Motorola.
Who Can Use This Release

All DROID by Motorola users.

DROID by Motorola users will receive a notification to install this update (and will continue to receive these notices periodically until installation is complete). NOTE: Turning your device off and on will automatically launch the upgrade installation.

After downloading and installing Android 2.1 software release, you will notice:
Voice Recognition for Virtual Keyboard

Voice Recognition: You can now speak in plain English instead of typing, whenever a text-entry box appears on your Android device. Simply swipe your finger across the virtual keyboard and dictate your phrase.

Virtual Keyboard Enhancements: The fully integrated, enlarged virtual keyboard allows for easier and more accurate manual entries as well. Also included are auto-complete/correct.
3D Gallery

3D Gallery offers a whole new way to enjoy your phone’s multimedia features. With 3D gallery, all of your photos, videos, album art and images from your Picasa Web albums account online are displayed in three-dimensional stacks that gently move as the phone is tilted. Scrolling through and choosing media has never been easier. With 3D gallery simply use your finger to scroll through thumbnail versions of all your photos, videos and albums – and when you find one you want – simply tap the image to select it for viewing or playback. You can share pics individually or in bulk (by long-pressing a photo) on Facebook, Email, or MMS.
Pinch-to-Zoom

Enjoy pinch-to-zoom functionality for web browsing, plus the Gallery and Maps applications
News and Weather App and Widget

The News and Weather app pulls information from the web and brings it to your fingertips. Weekly and hourly weather forecast for your area based on your location and it pulls news headlines on the topics you care about most.
Google Maps Updates

Sync with desktop: synchronizes starred items between Google Maps on your Android device and maps.google.com.

Personalized suggestions: Google Maps on your Android device suggests (autocompletes) locations based on your personal search history on maps.google.com.

Night mode: automatically changes your screen at night for easier viewing and driving

Note: Sync feature requires user to be logged in to myGoogle account while on maps.google.com
Enhanced Music Application

New tabs at the top of your music player for easier access and navigation to your favorite artist, songs, albums and playlists.
Google Goggles App

Google Goggles App allows you to snap a picture to start a Google search. It can also ”read” photos of business cards and add them to your contacts. Even cooler is its built-in augmented reality feature that displays information about things, like stores and restaurants, around you.
Other Enhancements

Security: Prevents unauthorized pattern lock bypass

Yahoo email: Yahoo email new accounts setup optimizations

Battery life: ongoing battery life optimization

Additional Information

* For a successful installation, we recommend installing these updates while the battery in your phone is fully charged
* Once upgrade message appears on notification you can either choose to “accept” or “postpone”.
* Once you “accept” the update, your phone will download the new 2.1 Android software. When “download is complete” message appears, your device will reset. This process typically takes a few minutes.
* Note: You will not be able place or receive calls during upgrade installation
* There is no charge for this upgrade, other than the usual connection costs.

 

[clackout]

tkin: we have seen this so it is old news. But we are now seeing Motorola pull this info from it's Tweets and other info sites. Such as there own info outlets.

Me's Think there are not sending this out yet or Big Red wants to be the ones to let the cat out of the bag.
Sounds like them.
just my opinion.

 

[DERacing]

I left cookies and milk out, but still no update

Pfft! I left out Hookers and Blow and nothing!

 

[droidweasel]

quit panicking. lol until there is an official announcement. we are good.

 

[Dapke36]

Panicking!


No, not really. Just curious why they are pulling, but I am sure it will be explained eventually.

 

[droidweasel]

We all good. They are just tweaking flash for the update tonite. Lol