Android Tips and Tricks, the Ultimate Guide

Motorola Releases Series of Tips for Your New DROID 2

Kellen August 12, 2010 35

With the launch of the Droid 2, Motorola has decided that you need to know the basics of your new device from the get-go instead of being left in the dark like so many of the original Droid owners were. They have constructed a 15 video tutorial series which...

Tip: DROID 2 Initial Bootup Battery Fix

Kellen August 12, 2010 35

Seems weird that we're writing about an issue with the Droid 2 before it comes out right? Well we just want to make sure everyone is covered when they go pick one up or when their pre-order arrives tomorrow. (And yes, pre-orders are shipping already!) In...

Having Trouble With Swype on Froyo?

Kellen August 4, 2010 35

We've seen quite a few emails from users having trouble with Swype after manually updating to Froyo and wanted to let you know that this is normal. In fact, Swype has identified the problem already and provided a simple fix. Just uninstall and reinstall it....

Manual Android 2.2 Update for Motorola DROID

Kellen August 3, 2010 35

The file has been released! No more staring at and refreshing your "About" screen to see if an update is available! Android 2.2 for the Motorola Droid is finally and officially here. Screenshots from my device: Instructions to manually install Android 2.2 on...

Root Android 2.1 the Easy Way with New DMUpdater

Kellen July 30, 2010 35

The DroidMod team has been quiet over the last few months working behind the scenes, but trust me when I say it appears as if they are gearing up to explode back to the forefront. We just received a beta version of their DMUpdater app which easily roots...

DROID X Feature: Panoramic Camera Shots

Kellen July 26, 2010 35

There are some differing opinions as to the quality of the camera on the new Droid X, but one thing that can't be argued against is the coolness that is the "Panorama assist" feature. The DX's camera allows you to line up 6 shots consecutively while moving in...

How to: Take Screenshots with the DROID X

Kellen July 22, 2010 35

This guide is almost exactly the same as our guide for taking screenshots on your Droid 1 without rooting, but wanted to make sure all of the new Droid X owners out there knew the process. The tutorial we'll walk through will first of all help you install the...

How to: Boot into Recovery on the DROID X

Kellen July 21, 2010 35

This little trick probably won't be used much until the Android hacking/developing crowd gains root access to our new Droid X, but you might as well know about it now. Practice up people! And no, this won't brick your phone. Instructions... 1. Turn your...