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May 27, 2011
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HTC DROID Incredible 2 review

By on May 27, 2011 at 3:00 PM.

HTC DROID Incredible 2 review

The DROID Incredible 2 recently landed on Verizon Wireless, and it has some tough shoes to fill. When the original launched, it was BGR’s favorite Android phone to date despite stiff competition from the Motorola DROID, which launched at the same time. The DROID Incredible 2 packs some decent hardware, like a 1GHz processor, an 8-megapixel camera capable of recording 720p video, and more, but its specs — and data speeds — don’t match those of phones at the higher end of Verizon’s portfolio. Is the DROID Incredible 2 a worthy successor to the original or does it fall short? Read on to find out!

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Breaking
April 26, 2011
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Verizon reveals HTC DROID Incredible 2, landing April 28th for $200

By on April 26, 2011 at 8:36 AM.

Verizon reveals HTC DROID Incredible 2, landing April 28th for $200

Verizon Wireless has just officially announced the HTC DROID Incredible 2, its latest Android 2.2 device. The DROID Incredible 2 sports a 4-inch Super LCD display, a 1GHZ Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, and 1.3-megapixel front-facing camera for video chats. It also packs a 3G Mobile Hotspot feature that allows you to share your Verizon 3G connection with other Wi-Fi compatible devices. The phone also supports global roaming in more than 200 countries. The DROID Incredible 2 lands on April 28th — just two days from now — for $199.99 with a new two-year contract. Hit the jump for the full release. More →

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mobile
April 18, 2011
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DROID Incredible 2 leaked on Verizon's website again

By on April 18, 2011 at 7:19 PM.

DROID Incredible 2 leaked on Verizon's website again

We’ve seen plenty of leaked images of Verizon Wireless’ DROID Incredible 2, the full spec list has already been leaked, and we even know the estimated price. Now, however, the phone has leaked on Verizon Wireless’ website for the second time. If there ever has been a sign that the launch is imminent, it’s this. So to build on that excitement, here’s what we know so far: The Verizon Wireless DROID Incredible 2 sports a 1GHz Qualcomm MSM 8655 Snapdragon processor, 4GB of on-board memory, 768MB of RAM, Android 2.3 with Sense, an 8-megapixel rear-facing camera, and a 1.3-megapixel forward-facing camera for video chats. It’s expected to launch for $199.99 with a new two-year Verizon Wireless contract, and we wouldn’t be surprised to see this bad boy hit the market sometime in the next month or two. Hit the jump for another image. More →

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mobile
March 2, 2011
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Verizon offering $100 off all DROID smartphones via online store

By on March 2, 2011 at 2:22 AM.

Verizon offering $100 off all DROID smartphones via online store

It looks like Big Red is doing a little wheeling and dealing with its entire DROID smartphone lineup. Via the company’s web store, Verizon Wireless is offering online-purchasers of any DROID-branded smartphone an additional $100 off the subsidized, two-year contract price. With the new, temporary pricing schema in place, the DROID X (CPO), DROID R2D2, and DROID Incredible (CPO) will retail for the always enjoyable sum of $0. If those three handsets aren’t to your liking, the DROID 2 Global can be acquired for $99.99, the DROID PRO will set you back $79.99, and the DROID X (non-CPO) will retail for $49.99. Of course, the DROID BIONIC (not to mention the HTC ThunderBolt) is right around the corner. But if you don’t have that burning desire for the absolute latest and greatest, why not save yourself some cash? More →

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mobile
February 25, 2011
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HTC Desire, Desire HD, Desire Z, and Incredible S getting Gingerbread (Android 2.3) update in Q2

By on February 25, 2011 at 8:01 PM.

HTC Desire, Desire HD, Desire Z, and Incredible S getting Gingerbread (Android 2.3) update in Q2

In a statement to blog SlashGear, HTC let it be known that it intends to bring four European handsets up to Gingerbread (Android 2.3) in Q2 of this year. Three Desire models — the Desire, Desire HD, and Desire Z — along with the recently announced Incredible S will be getting Google’s latest and greatest mobile code. It’s nice to see HTC pushing out updates to some new, and more importantly old, handsets. Here is the company’s official statement.

“We are excited to announce that the Desire HD, Desire Z, Desire and Incredible S will receive the Gingerbread update in Q2.”

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mobile
February 15, 2011
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HTC announces Incredible S, Desire S, and Wildfire S at MWC

By on February 15, 2011 at 3:58 AM.

HTC announces Incredible S, Desire S, and Wildfire S at MWC

Early this morning at Mobile World Congress, HTC announced six new and updated mobile devices that will be coming to market in the next few months. Three of the six devices are the Incredible S, Desire S, and Wildfire S.

The HTC Desire S has a complete aluminum design paired with 1GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and 3.7-SLCD screen. The Desire S also packs a 5 megapixel rear-facing camera, 1.3 megapixel front-facing camera, Bluetooth 2.0, Wi-Fi b/g/n, 768MB of RAM, and 1450mAh battery. Oh yeah, and Android 2.3.

The Wildfire S is HTC’s lower-end Android set and will sport a 600MHz Qualcomm processor, 3.2-inch TFT display, 512MB ROM, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, 1230mAh battery, and Android 2.3.

The Incredible S’ spec sheet is as follows: 1GHz Qualcomm processor, 768MB of RAM, 4-inch SLCD WVGA display, Wi-Fi b/g/n, Bluetooth 2.0, 8 megapixel rear-facing camera, 1.3 megapixel front facing camera and Android 2.2.

All three devices will be will be available in Europe and Asia in Q2 of 2011 and ship with HTC’s Sense UI. Hit the jump to check out the full press release and a few more images.

UPDATE: HTC’s initial press release indicated that the Wildfire S and Desire S would ship with Android 2.4; that is not the case. The Desire and Wildfire will ship with Android 2.3.3 and the Incredible S will ship with 2.2 (to be updated to 2.3 in the near future). More →

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mobile
January 7, 2011
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DROID does… stop bullets; HTC DROID Incredible saves man’s life [video]

By on January 7, 2011 at 1:24 PM.

DROID does… stop bullets; HTC DROID Incredible saves man’s life [video]

An Associate Press video posted on YouTube demonstrates another reason why HTC’s DROID Incredible is, well… incredible. John Garber was exiting Club Halo in Atlanta, were he works as a valet, when he suddenly became caught in a hail of gunfire. Two patrons who had been thrown out of the establishment got into an argument outside the club that ultimately lead to a short shoot-out. Mr. Garber was struck in the chest by a bullet, which penetrated his coat and was ultimately stopped by the battery of his HTC DROID Incredible. The above image is a chilling reminder of how lucky Mr. Garber is. Hit the jump to check out the video, complete with the owner’s first-hand account. DROID does… stop bullets.

UPDATE: While it was unclear from the original AP video/report which mobile device Mr Garber was using — we assumed the DROID Incredible because of the battery color, size — it has been made clear by subsequent, local news reports that the device in question was actually the HTC EVO 4G from Sprint. We apologize for the misinformation. More →

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Hardware
December 23, 2010
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HTC promising to be ‘first to 4G again’ on January 6th

By on December 23, 2010 at 7:31 AM.

HTC promising to be ‘first to 4G again’ on January 6th

We’ve seen several shots of what we presume to be the HTC Incredible HD over the last few days, and now, it looks like we have a firm date for the official unveiling. A mobile website owned by HTC that depicts a smartphone with a black cloak over it announces that the company will be “the first to 4G, again” on January 6th. Now, since Verizon has a CES keynote planned for that very date, we’re assuming that the Incredible HD (or whatever name it may go under thereafter) will be showcased as VZW’s first LTE handset. This year’s CES is shaping up to be a doozy, make sure to keep it locked on BGR to keep updated on the latest and greatest!

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Hardware
December 22, 2010
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Images of HTC Incredible HD leak in a controlled fashion

By on December 22, 2010 at 7:31 AM.

Images of HTC Incredible HD leak in a controlled fashion

It looks like the boys and girls from HTC and/or Verizon Wireless are trying to gin-up a little press for the yet-to-be-released HTC Incredible HD. Late yesterday, a series of leaked photos — that all seemed to happen within several hours of each other — began circulating the major technology blogs. Engadget, Gizmodo, Android Central, Slash Gear, Mobile Crunch, and your friends here at BGR were all sent a few small images showcasing one small piece of the HTC device. If you want to see images of the entire device that we published months ago, you can check it out in our gallery. If you want to have a peek at some of the leaked images that were sent around to multiple blogs yesterday, hit the jump… we have a little collage waiting for you. More →

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Retail
November 19, 2010
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All DROID smartphones on sale for 1¢ at AmazonWireless

By on November 19, 2010 at 11:10 AM.

All DROID smartphones on sale for 1¢ at AmazonWireless

Thinking about treating yourself to one of Verizon’s DROID smartphones right before the holidays? You’ll definitely want to check out this latest deal from AmazonWireless. The online retail giant has the full compliment of DROID devices from Big Red — the DROID Incredible, X, 2, and Pro – on sale for a single penny for those opening a new line of service. The offer is good now through November 22nd and includes free activation. If you’re thinking about jumping over to Verizon, how can you go wrong with a deal like this?

Now, if you’re already a VZW customer, and the DROID Pro has caught your eye, Best Buy is offering the new candy bar set for a very reasonable $99.99 with a signed two-year agreement; that is a full $80 below the on-contract price being offered by Verizon. It also looks like Best Buy’s $100 offer is being served straight-up, with no mail-in rebate or other forms required. Man the holidays are a great time to buy a cell phone.

Let us know what you think of the two deals!

UPDATE: Wirefly is selling the DROID Pro to new 2-year contract signers for an even lower $50. [Read] More →

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mobile
November 11, 2010
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HTC’s EVO-ish (Incredible HD) device surfaces again, LTE in-tow

By on November 11, 2010 at 6:14 PM.

HTC’s EVO-ish (Incredible HD) device surfaces again, LTE in-tow

Remember that uber-sexy, EVO-ish, HTC device we told you about months ago? Well, images of the seductive, 4.3-inch handset have surfaced again. The device is powered on, running Android 2.2 with Sense 2.0, and… wait for it… seems to be runnings on Verizon’s LTE network. Good things come to those who wait. The question is: how much longer can you wait to get your hands on this thing? More →

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Breaking
September 27, 2010
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New HTC, full-QWERTY device destined for Verizon breaks cover

By on September 27, 2010 at 4:10 PM.

New HTC, full-QWERTY device destined for Verizon breaks cover

Hi there HTC Android fans, we have another present for you! We’ve just been sent in a handful of images of a new, unseen HTC handset that is destined for Verizon Wireless. This sleek, all-black, full-QWERTY Android 2.2 handset has all the makings of a flagship handset, including a 5 megapixel camera, micro-SD card slot, and SIM card for global roaming capabilities. The device has the model name ADR6325 and looks like it will be keeping the DROID 2 World Edition company in Verizon’s lineup. Kind of like we said back in August. What are you waiting for?! You know the other twelve images are beckoning you.

Click on over to our HTC ADR6325 Gallery!

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Exclusive
August 27, 2010
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Samsung Fascinate launching on September 9th

By on August 27, 2010 at 6:31 PM.

Samsung Fascinate launching on September 9th

Wow, for a Friday afternoon things sure are sultry on the Verizon Wireless front. We’ve just been sent in a Verizon training document that seems to indicate that the Samsung Fascinate will launch on September 9th. The document is part of a pre-paid training series being offered to VZW retail employees. You’ll notice that to the right of the Fascinate the date 9/9/2010 is listed. So there are two stories here… the first is that all the evidence we’ve seen points to a September 9th launch for the Fascinate, the second is that Verizon Wireless will be offering the DROID 2, DROID X, DROID Incredible, and Fascinate as pre-pay devices. We’ve got the full memo after the break.

Thanks, double0kevin! More →

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