Motorola XOOM US WiFi-Only Rooted Android 3.2 HTJ85B Update Available

This is an update for US owners of Motorola Xoom WiFi only versions:
Biggest thanks to the efforts of XDA forum member Stachre for those awaiting for root.


IMPORTANT NOTE: This update is for the US Xoom Wi-Fi MZ604 with Android 3.1 ONLY!!! As of v05 of this update, the update script performs NO CHECKS of files before flashing rooted stock 3.2 system and boot images. This means it won't stop you from flashing on a Xoom 3G; it will just flash and you're left with the mess, if any. Please proceed only if you're tech-savvy with Android and the Xoom, ready to restore to stock 3.1 in case of issues, and good at troubleshooting. Please provide feedback and corrections, and I'll update the post as quickly as I can. Thanks!


EARLY RELEASE NOTE: I’ve just finished a couple of rounds of testing, and more updates to this procedure are coming. Please proceed only if you’re tech-savvy with your Xoom, ready to restore to stock in case of issues, and very impatient.

WARNING: Following this procedure may damage or permamently destroy your device. This procedure is provided with NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Perform this procedure at your own risk.

COMPATIBILITY NOTE: I have personally tested this procedure ONLY ON THE US XOOM WI-FI MZ604 with STOCK Android 3.1 HMJ37. If you have a non-US Xoom Wi-Fi, this procedure may break your device. If you have a Xoom 3G, this procedure may break your device.

AWESOMENESS NOTE: Instead of copying files which you’re going to adb push to the platform-tools directory every time, why not just add the directory to yourPATH environment variable (“How to update your PATH”)? That way, you can run adb from any directory you want.

SUMMARY

Here’s a run-down on the current procedure:

* Updates the Xoom WiFi to Android 3.2 using ClockworkMod Recovery (update.zip)
* Resolves issue in updater-script: get_prop ro.product.device wingray
* Leaves existing recovery partition intact (stock update overwrites it on every reboot)
* Sets correct permission on su to enable functioning root
* Flashes the boot (kernel) partition to stock (required at this time)
* Updates system partition
* Stock kernel means no extras (overclocking, etc.) from custom kernels
* Leaves user data intact

See the full instruction @XDA thread to get your Honeycomb update fix!

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Verizon Motorola Droid 2 Global 2.3 Official Gingerbread Firmware OTA Update Download and Install

Verizon wireless has just released its 2.3 Gingerbread firmware update for Motorola Droid 2 Global. You can now upgrade your phone via OTA user or server initiated procedures. The upgrade will take you approximately 30 to 60 minutes to download the software, depending on network conditions. The size for this software upgrade from version 2.4.330 to 4.5.600 is 103MB.





Improvements on this latest update are as follows:

YOUR DROID 2 GLOBAL BY MOTOROLA
JUST GOT EVEN BETTER.
Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a new software update, Version.4.5.600.A956.Verizon.en.US,
for your Droid 2 Global by Motorola. This update provides several improvements for your device, as
well as upgrading to the Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) Operating System (OS).
Droid 2 Global by Motorola
SOFTWARE UPDATE
DROID is a trademark of Lucasfilm Ltd. and its related companies. Used under license. Standard data charges apply. Device capabilities: add’l charges and conditions apply. © 2011 Verizon Wireless. 0611-D3242
Enhancements:
+ Download Manager App:
New App to manage all of your downloads from web browsing, email attachments
and other apps.
+ App and Power Management Details:
Under Manage Applications, a new “Running” tab displays a list of active
applications and the storage and memory being used by each.
+ Multi-Touch Key-Chording:
New ability to enter numbers and symbols with keyboard shortcut combos,
instead of having to change to the numeric keyboard mode.
+ Improved Word Selection and Copy Functionality:
New capability to select a word via press-hold. A second press of
the selected word copies the selected characters.
+ New User Interface and Color Scheme:
New widgets, icons and screens with refreshed colors.
+ Dock Icons:
Static Phone, App Launcher and Contacts icons are replaced within a customizable
dock. Three swappable icons and the App Launcher icon are fixed to the Dock at
the bottom of all home screen panels for easy and instant access.
+ App Groups:
New App Menu allows creation of custom app groups, in addition to 3 default groups:
All Apps, Recent and Downloaded.
+ Security:
Added Device and SD Card encryption. VPN enhancements integrate IPSec VPN
clients into device security settings.
+ Updated Calendar Options:
• Display Calendar and event times in your home time zone when traveling.
• Dismiss individual reminders, such as dismissing one meeting reminder without
dismissing other meeting reminders.
• Easy conference dialing – simply dial and automatically enter a
conference code directly from your Calendar.

Additional Device Features
+ Improvements in stability prevent lockups, resets and force close errors.
+ Bluetooth® devices will now select the correct audio recording level for
optimal voice capture and alert you when your audio level is too low.
+ Improved battery life while using Bluetooth.
+ Access My Verizon without any force close errors.
+ Reset Backup Assistant under Manage Applications menu.
+ Enhanced connectivity when roaming in GSM/UMTS networks
(Europe and India).
+ Improved battery life during Wi-Fi use.
Preloaded Apps and Programs
+ Google Books
+ Accuweather
+ Amazon MP3 Store
+ Blockbuster®
+ Adobe® Flash® Player 10.2
+ V CAST Apps 
quote from Verizonwireless

View the instruction manual on how to update your Motorola Droid 2 Global here:
http://support.vzw.com/system_update/droid_2_global.html

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Samsung Galaxy Europa I5500 Original Stock ROMs (2.1, 2.2 froyo) Firmware Packages for ASIA, ARABIC and Turkish version

Here's a list of Samsung Galaxy GT-I5500 official stock firmwares for Asian, Arabic and Turks Countries version only... If you need the  Europe Countries or Languages its in here and for USA  version here.
These firmwares works only on Galaxy Europa GT-I5500 devices. Do not ever attempt to flash this firmwares on other versions of Galaxy Europa like (GT-I5500L, GT-I5500M, GT-I5503, GT- I5508)  it will not probably work or have limited functionality issues.

ASIA version Stock ROM firmware- for Asia and Pacific countries
Password: samfirmware.com

OPS File - DOWNLOAD 

I5503DXJP8

Android version:  2.2 Froyo
Date released: 2011 June 2
Download

I5508ZCKP2

Android version:  2.2 Froyo
Date released: 2011 January
Download

I5508ZNKP1 

Android version:  2.2 Froyo
Date released: 2011 January
Download

I5508ZNJP3

Android version:  2.2 Froyo
Date released: 2010 December
Download

I5508ZCJH2

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 August
Download

I5508ZNJH1

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 August
Download

I5503DXJG5 

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 July
Download

I5503DXJG4

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 July
Download

I5503DDJG4

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 July
Download

I5503DDJG3

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 July
Download


TURKISH Version Stock ROM Firmware - for Turkish version only

I5503JVJG4

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 July
Download
Password: samsung-firmwares.com

ARABIC Version Stock ROM Firmware- for Arabic Regions only

I5503JPJPA

Android version:  2.2 Froyo
Date released: 2011 June
Download

I5503JPJI1

Android version:  2.1 Eclair
Date released: 2010 September
Download
Password: samfirmware.com

For any latest Firmware update for Samsung GT-I5500 please visit Samfirmware.com 

list edited for update October 05, 2011

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Android 2.1 Motorola Milestone ( official update )

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Google Nexus One Motorola Droid Display In Sunlight Comparison

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3.7' AMOLED
480 x 800

Motorola Droid
3.7' LCD TFT
480 x 854

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Motorola Droid vs HTC G1 (Battle of the Android QWERTY's)

"There are plenty of video's on The Droid vs iPhone 3GS but none of it going head to head with the other king of the QWERTY Android phones... the G1. =)

This is just my video I did to compare and see if the Droid SMASHES the G1...

Not gonna lie. The Droid is fast. Seeing how its only 75MHz faster than the G1 I think it has something to do with its RAM and/or its GPU and ISP...

Verizon was the 1st out of the gate with Android 2.0 and Motorola Droid and I can't lie... I wasn't as impressed as I thought I would be =/

More than anything it was cuz the lack of compatible apps from the Market that worked on the Droid. I think the even have their own version of Market cuz some popular apps were missing altogether....

I feel like the Droid doesn't take advantage of all the new real estate they have with their ultra high resolution screen! You should be able to fit even more widgets and apps on screen but because they're blown up, still the same amount as a G1 or MyTouch 3G.
So what's the point of a high def screen again?? =/

One thing that totally rocked about the phone was its ability to record video in DVD quality 720x480 resolution! That is totally rockin. The speaker on the phone was also super loud and ridiuclously CLEAR. Couldn't even turn it on max. Ya. Really. =)

Since the Droid is packing a GPU (same as the iPhone) its capable of handling 3D beautifully.

The keyboard was severely lacking and I found it actually EASIER to use the ONSCREEN keyboard to type *GASP*

I just feel like the Droid is ahead of its time right now and maybe even ahead of Android all together.... Only time will tell =p

Follow me on Twitter: www.twitter.com/gamercore"
EmoGamer

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Motorola XT800 Android - CES 2010

Here's a look at the Motorola XT800 Android smartphone for the Chinese market. The XT800 looks very much like a normal English Android device until you toss it into Chinese mode. It hits at what's to come from Moto for other markets in the future.

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Motorola MT710 Android OPhone - CES 2010

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Hands-on with Motorola BACKFLIP - CES 2010

video of the Motorola BACKFLIP strait from the CES 2010 show. The phone shares similar specs with the company's first Android phone, including a 3.1-inch touchscreen, 5MP



camera and QWERTY keyboard. The social-centric MOTOBLUR interface is also here to keep you up to date with your buddies' latest thoughts about life.

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