Verizon Droid Users Getting Android 2.1 – Slowly
by sm on Mar.30, 2010, under Carriers, Devices
The long-awaited on-again/off-again Android 2.1 update is on its way to Verizon Droid users, according to an internal memo at Verizon. The Verizon website still says “Coming Soon” though.
The first batch of only 1,000 handsets should receive the update today, followed by another small batch tomorrow. Pending any unexpected issues, the OTA update should make it to the rest of the Droid base later this week. Although, don’t expect to get it right away, as the roll-out still occurs in phases to prevent a network overload.
Here’s what to look forward to:
Enhancements:
- Pinch-to-zoom is now available when using the browser, Gallery, and Google Maps.™
- New Weather and News application plus widget.
- New support for voice-to-text entry.
- New Gallery application with 3D layout. View and share photos taken with your phone and images from your online Picasa Web albums.
- Live Wallpapers offer richer animated, interactive backgrounds on the home screen.
Improvements:
- Free Yahoo!® Mail is now supported—simply sign in with your Yahoo! email address and password
- Google Maps update
- Improved pattern-lock functionality.
- Improved handset audio when disconnecting a wired headset.
