Hey guys, the fun with my Eris was fun while it lasted despite the bugs. slowness, freezes, trackball stopped working etc. Plus i really missed having a physical keyboard. So I ended up falling and cracking my Eris screen which really pissed me off. I called verizon cancelation department multiple times threatening to go to sprint and get the HTC Evo for 200 bucks from raido shack, it took 3 seperate calls and 2 different supervisors and finally they gave the option of any android phone they have available at the new customer rate (so DroidX, Droid2, Droid Incredible0 for 199.99 minus 100. So I went with the the Droid2 not realizing its not rooted yet, and doesnt look like it will be easily rooted. So should I keep the Droid2 which i REALLY want cause of the the physical keyboard and Froyo2.2 that isnt hacked together like it is on the Eris, and real Flash 10.1, or should i cancel and go with the DroidX. My guess is the Droid2 will be rooted and we will be able to put custom roms on soon, is this true or just a pipe dream.
Any real decent well thought out feedback would be appreciated.
droid x may be rooted but it dosen't have custom roms yet...
Well I got my Droid2 via FedEx today and I really don't care that the phone isn't rooted, this phone frickin' rocks.
Agreed. I had to exchange my LG Ally out to something faster. And I am glad I did go to the Droid 2. Its really fast.
I just upgraded my eris to a droid 2 and the droid 2 is incredible!!!
I've used the droid x a few times and the droid incredible a few more times and the droid 2 just blows them out of the water!
Also I love the new keyboard and if you use launcher-pro (with the new update) the phone feels even faster+ you still get the cool ninja-blur widgets without the annoying launcher.
it's just an awesome phone.
I don't want to be a party pooper but I was tired of the buggy Eris as well. I rooted, installed a fantastic froyo rom, and am completely satisfied now. Fast, stable and badass! I wouldn't say no if someone gave me a Droid X/2 but I certainly will not be pushing for one.
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garipper said:
I don't want to be a party pooper but I was tired of the buggy Eris as well. I rooted, installed a fantastic froyo rom, and am completely satisfied now. Fast, stable and badass! I wouldn't say no if someone gave me a Droid X/2 but I certainly will not be pushing for one.
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The Eris sucks ****. I have one and I hate it.
You hate your ****? You might be in the wrong forum.
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I too have an eris that is rooted running froyo but I got a text for an early upgrade so today I will be going to the store and hopefully come home with a droid 2.
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Verizon sent me a D2 to replace my Eris.
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EDIT: nvm found it. feel like a noob, lol.
Eris user coming to Droid 2 tomorrow 9/29/10
Well Veri$on is sending me a Droid2 because I have had 4....let me count them...1...2...3..4....phones. (I wanted a Droid X but no dice)
I have been reading about how to root and install Bootstrap Recovery. Can someone guide me to a FAQ and suggest a good ROM? I know that the Droid2 comes with Froyo 2.2, and I read that there is a 2.3 update for the Droid X. Is there one for the D2?
I have rooted my old Eris but it seems to me that the D2 is a little bit complicated.
Thanks!
2.3 was the Motorola version, not the android version.
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2.3 was the Motorola version, not the android version.
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Thanks....Well I am getting A Motorola D2......??? LOL
Related
P3droid posted some screenshots of a leak of gingerbread for the dx today over at my droid world.
http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/content/928-pictures-gingerbread-droidx-not-port.html
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amathophobia said:
P3droid posted some screenshots of a leak of gingerbread for the dx today over at my droid world.
http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/content/928-pictures-gingerbread-droidx-not-port.html
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He hasn't been able to root it yet
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If he has a leak release the update.zip!
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If he has a leak release the update.zip!
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It is not that simple... This needs to be tested before the community uses it... And as funnyfaces said, they have bot.been able to root on gb
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Yeah its hard to root a device when your confined to a locked bootloader... If we had a real recovery we could just open up the update.zip and throw root in it and not worry about it being signed
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Yeah its hard to root a device when your confined to a locked bootloader... If we had a real recovery we could just open up the update.zip and throw root in it and not worry about it being signed
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i thought root only had to do with the /system partition? plus i thought you could preroot a rom before installing it
P3's on the cutting edge of this stuff, besides being a premier dev for the DX. He'll get there. On another note (probably should be in another thread), this will be my absolute last bootloader locked device. Htc will get my business going forward, if moto doesn't amend their ways.
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P3's on the cutting edge of this stuff, besides being a premier dev for the DX. He'll get there. On another note (probably should be in another thread), this will be my absolute last bootloader locked device. Htc will get my business going forward, if moto doesn't amend their ways.
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+1 on moto... had Eris before was easy as pie
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Locked bootloader or not I have had many HTC devices including G2 and Mytouch 4G and HD2, and motorola just makes much higher quality devices for Verizon. Build quality vs. Locked Bootloader, build quality wins.
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Locked bootloader or not I have had many HTC devices including G2 and Mytouch 4G and HD2, and motorola just makes much higher quality devices for Verizon. Build quality vs. Locked Bootloader, build quality wins.
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I've had HTC devices and have not complained at build quality to be honest
Now although I don't see the root ninja, I do see a folder for TBH. So knowing how good P3 is with this stuff, I wouldn't be surprised if it's not rooted.
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I've had HTC devices and have not complained at build quality to be honest
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You must never have had some of their older WinMo stuff. Terrible build quality, a lot of people here would go through 5+ devices over 2 years. It's gotten better, definitely, but I love the build quality of the Droid X.
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I've had HTC devices and have not complained at build quality to be honest
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I had an Incredible for awhile. I liked it but the screen was too small and the battery didn't last long enough. The radio seemed pretty close the X, maybe a bit worse.
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You must never have had some of their older WinMo stuff. Terrible build quality, a lot of people here would go through 5+ devices over 2 years. It's gotten better, definitely, but I love the build quality of the Droid X.
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The thing is.....I don't use winmo devices
+1 Moto. Had DInc and the battery life sucked. DX better battery and build quality.
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You must never have had some of their older WinMo stuff. Terrible build quality, a lot of people here would go through 5+ devices over 2 years. It's gotten better, definitely, but I love the build quality of the Droid X.
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I had the x6800 and the TouchPro 2, and I think I may have had one replaced once... A guy I worked with at the time had his replaced several times, but that's just because he was an idiot and kept dropping it. I hated WinMo, but the devices themselves were pretty solid. But I agree with previous posters, I'm not getting another device with a locked bootloader. Not sure if it'll be an HTC phone or what, but probably not Motorola (though granted, my phone is SO much nicer now that I'm running Liberty 1.5...)
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I had the x6800 and the TouchPro 2, and I think I may have had one replaced once... A guy I worked with at the time had his replaced several times, but that's just because he was an idiot and kept dropping it. I hated WinMo, but the devices themselves were pretty solid. But I agree with previous posters, I'm not getting another device with a locked bootloader. Not sure if it'll be an HTC phone or what, but probably not Motorola (though granted, my phone is SO much nicer now that I'm running Liberty 1.5...)
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I've got both the Incredible and the Droid X right now. If I could have the AMOLED and bootloader from the Inc on the 4.3 in screen, better radio and hardware of the DX, I would be in heaven.
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I've got both the Incredible and the Droid X right now. If I could have the AMOLED and bootloader from the Inc on the 4.3 in screen, better radio and hardware of the DX, I would be in heaven.
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Yes, once the X2 gets an upgraded screen-locked bootloader I assume though - it will still be nice. The 22% larger screen that iPhone really makes a big difference. Looking at 3.5" screens reminds me of when digital cameras first came out and touted 1" LCD screens......
Droid X or HTC Incredible
Stupid question! For sure we will have a Gingerbread Leak rom for our Droid X?
If not it will be a good decision take it HTC Incredible?
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Stupid question! For sure we will have a Gingerbread Leak rom for our Droid X?
If not it will be a good decision take it HTC Incredible?
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No one can say for sure. But I wouldn't get an Incredible, that's just me.
I'm about to root a friend's Droid X and was wondering which gingerbread ROM should I flash on it. I'm an EVO user, so this is my first time posting in this Droid X forum. Thanks for any info...
No gingerbread for Droid x yet.
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No gingerbread for Droid x yet.
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LOL Wish me luck explaining this to my friend! He is one of those that can't really tell the difference. He saw a video on YouTube where someone claims it's Gingerbread on Droid X but I knew too well that it's 2.2 with a GB theme. He won't understand this and just say, your EVO has Gingerbread, I want it on mine phone too. LOL Oh well...
On that note, what is the best 2.2 ROM for the Droid X?
Yeah... no 2.3 yet. P3Droid is close, but he hasn't been able to root his build yet, so we don't have anything. We've got themes and things ported like the keyboard but no official builds.
There's a pretty decent selection of DX roms, but they're quite similar. The overwhelmingly popular one right now is Liberty 1.5. The toolbox would be perfect for your friend as it allows themes and mods to be done really simply, as it's all GUI based. I've been running it since its release. I'd encourage you to check it out.
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LOL Wish me luck explaining this to my friend! He is one of those that can't really tell the difference. He saw a video on YouTube where someone claims it's Gingerbread on Droid X but I knew too well that it's 2.2 with a GB theme. He won't understand this and just say, your EVO has Gingerbread, I want it on mine phone too. LOL Oh well...
On that note, what is the best 2.2 ROM for the Droid X?
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Libery, Apex, Fission and Darkslide are among the popular ones right now. I have had the best luck as far as speed goes with Fission and Liberty. Cyanogenmod is much anticipated for the DX and should be hopefully available soon.
Apex and liberty are my favorites
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My buddy that I've know for years is with Verizon and is due for an upgrade. This guy is a computer nut that loves to hack, tweak, customize etc. My nephew has a DX an absolutely loves it. My friend has never had an android phone and asked me to point him in the right direction.... I told him to get the DX. I'm going to help him root it and flash roms..... I have an evo and know it inside out and have flashed everything under the sun. When he does get it what custom rom do you suggest that has plenty of themes and bells and whistles? My nephew suggested Rubix and I'm not familiar with ANY of the DX roms. I want to start my friend on the right foot with android and have a few roms ready to flash for him so he loves the android community as much as I do. So if anyone could let me know what the top 5 roms to flash that would be awesome. Thanks in advance and bababooey to you all
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My buddy that I've know for years is with Verizon and is due for an upgrade. This guy is a computer nut that loves to hack, tweak, customize etc. My nephew has a DX an absolutely loves it. My friend has never had an android phone and asked me to point him in the right direction.... I told him to get the DX. I'm going to help him root it and flash roms..... I have an evo and know it inside out and have flashed everything under the sun. When he does get it what custom rom do you suggest that has plenty of themes and bells and whistles? My nephew suggested Rubix and I'm not familiar with ANY of the DX roms. I want to start my friend on the right foot with android and have a few roms ready to flash for him so he loves the android community as much as I do. So if anyone could let me know what the top 5 roms to flash that would be awesome. Thanks in advance and bababooey to you all
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Apex 1.4.1
Gummyjar 2.5
Rubix 1.9.7
Fission
Liberty 1.5
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As far as themes.. the two that I mainly use are ...
NexTheme and UD (Ultimate Droid)
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Apex1.4.1 and liberty are tops
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Rubix Focused 1.9.7 is truly the fastest rom in terms of performance. Also the battery life is bar none. I use an extended battery and with normal use (not in my hand every minute) I have no problem getting two days on a charge. If you want a few extra features in an easy to use toolbox app than Liberty 1.5 is a great rom as well. I switch between the two whenever I'm bored and want a change. These are the only two roms worth a mention in my opinion if removing the blur and bloat is your intent.
This all depends on what you what you are looking for. I would suggest that you spend some time reading over the threads in Forum Droid X Android Development:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=691
I have only used two ROMs but did a lot of research on the most popular.
I am currently using Liberty 1.5 and I am loving it. It's Liberty ToolBox allows some heavy, yet easy, customization.
Yeah he's the kind of Guy that will be a flashaholic. I know I'm flashing new roms a few times a week on my Evo and I'm sure he'll be the same. Just wondering if the dx will keep him flashing.
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I've been researching before I flash a room. I'm rooted and ready, but I read on people feed back. so far i'm leaning towards apex. but I JUST found Liberty 5. so i'm still debating.
Don't get an x wait for thunderbolt
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papi92 said:
Don't get an x wait for thunderbolt
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Yeah, wait for dual core android phone.
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Yeah, wait for dual core android phone.
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Yeah i would wait for a dual core phone as well. Another theme that i like is BWC (Black white chrome)
Can you put a droid 1 rom on the droid 2. just really need a yes or no
No, completely different hardware, youll just brick your phone
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Yea the different processors, wireless chip, the only thing really compatible is the camera, SD card, and screen. I'm not 100% on the screen.
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alright, thats all i needed, i really want gingerbread on my droid 2
Trust me me 2. Follow p3droid on twitter. He has something 2.3 related that he is planning to release however i am unsure whether it is for d2 or dx.
I have an at&t liberty(aria) which i use as an podcast player. No service and am running rc1 of cm7 and its sweet especially using the built in sip dialing. If it runs that well on that extremely limited piece lf hardware then the d2 will fly.
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Trust me me 2. Follow p3droid on twitter. He has something 2.3 related that he is planning to release however i am unsure whether it is for d2 or dx.
I have an at&t liberty(aria) which i use as an podcast player. No service and am running rc1 of cm7 and its sweet especially using the built in sip dialing. If it runs that well on that extremely limited piece lf hardware then the d2 will fly.
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yea, i just found out about p3droid from another thread and followed him, i really hope its for the droid 2, i have GB 2.3.2 on my droid 1 and it flies..to bad the screen looks like a spiderweb
Even if it is for the DX, I am sure there will be port like some of the current DX roms out now.
Is 2.3.20 the latest system version for the D2? If its not is it worth upgrading and re-rooting?
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You can't upgrade until motorola decides to OTA, which you won't receive if you're rooted.
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Gotcha, thanks for answering my noob question. Now going to look up OTA.
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This is just a rumor, but I read that the DX might get 2.3 soon. IF its true, that could mean the d2 wouldn't be far behind.
Once again, THIS IS JUST A RUMOR I HEARD, so don't put too much stock in it
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This is just a rumor, but I read that the DX might get 2.3 soon. IF its true, that could mean the d2 wouldn't be far behind.
Once again, THIS IS JUST A RUMOR I HEARD, so don't put too much stock in it
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Supposing that happened...I would have to un-root to get it. Then would re-rooting from a new system version be possible? Or would we have to wait for a new root to come out.
orkillakilla said:
This is just a rumor, but I read that the DX might get 2.3 soon. IF its true, that could mean the d2 wouldn't be far behind.
Once again, THIS IS JUST A RUMOR I HEARD, so don't put too much stock in it
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True, but also rumored the d2 will not get 2.3
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True, but also rumored the d2 will not get 2.3
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Well luckly I just found out I have an early upgrade available, and my new every two in 6 months, so ILL GET GINGERBREAD ONE WAY OR THE OTHER!!! Lol
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yeah, P3Droid, the first person to report on this, said the D2G and DX might be seeing updates, he said that moto considers the D2 to the "red headed step-child" or something like that and wont be seeing updates, he is a very reputable person and isnt like nenelod who was trolling us, when he says it, its probably true
That's just depressing. I just got my D2 and opted for instead of D2G thinking it would have some more love. Guess I should have done more research. At least we have some good Devs. I helped my friend root his Devour and they are really hurting for ROMs.
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