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ubergizmo‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Droid 2 is a solid Android device with a fast processor, capable graphics abilities, and a smooth experience afforded by Android 2.2, which includes Adobe Flash 10.1 and Motorola’s Widgets-based customizations. Robust integration into Google searches, voice and universal search, Exchange ActiveSync support, and an abundant array of apps on Android Market are all key points to this device. However, when compared to the original Droid, now called the Droid 1, the second generation device perfects some minor quibbles from the first generation. A solidly latched battery door, much improved keyboard, fa ster performance, and strong battery life will make the Droid 2 a great handset for those transitioning to smartphones, Android OS, or Verizon Wireless.

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Oct 14, 2010

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gadgetreview‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Droid 2 prospers above it’s predecessor in nearly every way, but doesn’t put up much of a fight compared to other newer Android phones. The build quality is great, and except for the mediocre still camera, as a phone the Droid 2 is pretty great. Yet the software tends to hang, and it clearly isn’t made to run multiple apps simultaneously, which the OS clearly is meant to do. For all it’s lacks and mishaps, the Droid 2 offers style, especially with the R2-D2 special edition, that no other Android handset has.

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Oct 27, 2010

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Engadget‘s review Edit Like Unlike

There's no question that the Droid 1 was entering its twilight years, especially in the aftermath of the Droid X's release; Motorola and Verizon knew they needed to bring the old model up to spec if they wanted to keep a quality physical QWERTY Android device on the shelves. The problem is that in doing so, they've killed off one of the Droid's most endearing features -- the fact that it ran stock Android -- and have failed to make any improvements compelling enough to warrant an upgrade.

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Aug 13, 2010

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phonedog‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The DROID 2 is the most well-rounded Android device on Verizon at the moment. Just be sure to carry a spare battery when you're traveling.

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Aug 24, 2010

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mobiledia‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Droid 2 has a number of strengths. It's unique in the Droid line for its physical keypad and the Kindle digital book-reader feature. It's in a small group of smartphones that has Skype Mobile, the ability to act as a 3G hotspot, Swype predictive text technology, room for up to 40-gigabytes of storage, and the power and speed of a 1-gigahertz processor.

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Aug 29, 2010

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AnandTech‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Droid 2 is obviously incremental—look no further than the name. But even nailing incremental product refreshes can be hard, and Motorola has largely done it with the Droid 2's excellent hardware. The masculine industrial design of the first still shines through on the Droid 2, and the hardware itself retains what was great about the form factor without changing everything needlessly.

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Sep 19, 2010

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brighthand‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Motorola Droid 2 is Verizon's replacement for the very popular original Droid. It has much in common with its predecessor, including a large touchscreen and sliding keyboard, but reviewer Jen Edwards found much to be disappointed with.

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Sep 09, 2010

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hardwaresecrets‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Droid 2 is a worthy descendant of the original Droid. It is just as sturdy and compact and has an additional bit of style, plus Motorola has done a very good job of revamping the keyboard. We are, however, stymied as to why the voice commands over Bluetooth still didn’t work. While the screen and the camera are not the best that are currently available on competing products, both are more than adequate. Android 2.2 plus a powerful processor and the Verizon service make this phone a joy to use. The Android operating system just keeps getting better and better and the Android Marketplace keeps adding more and more apps. If you are a Blackberry user or just love a physical keyboard, this is a good Android phone for you. If you are heavy into surfing on your phone, the Droid X may be a better choice, but only because of the size of the screen

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Sep 20, 2010

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SlashGear‘s review Edit Like Unlike

In the context of the rest of the market, meanwhile, the DROID 2′s 3.7-inch display is beginning to feel a little small. The DROID X’s 4.3-inch panel is huge in comparison, and even 4-inch phones leave the DROID 2 feeling cramped. Still, there are plenty of people who prefer physically smaller devices. We’re glad to see the Android smartphone segment continue to grow – we’re all for more choice, after all – but Motorola will likely find the Verizon DROID 2 makes less of a splash than its illustrious predecessor managed.

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Sep 06, 2010

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Phone Arena‘s review Edit Like Unlike

As we look back, both devices have their strengths and weaknesses, but we feel that the Motorola DROID X is the more compelling smartphone since it has additional curb appeal over its refreshed brother. In reality, it radiates that same aura that surrounded the original Motorola DROID – especially when it packs a substantial wow factor from a first glance. However, you still can't count out the DROID 2 since it's a pretty solution for heavy text messengers and users who demand a relatively compact handset.

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Aug 27, 2010

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Phone Arena‘s review Edit Like Unlike

From the looks of it, the Motorola DROID 2 is packing more heat in its gun barrel than the BlackBerry Torch 9800 – especially when it feels like the more compelling device between the two. Although the Torch brings forth a totally new form factor not seen out of RIM's camp before and a rebooted platform, it still doesn't offer the fine qualities found on the DROID 2. Not only does the DROID 2 have a solid construction that makes it feel well justified at the $199.99 on-contract price, it's actually Android that substantially widens the gap between the two handsets.

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Aug 20, 2010

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MobileBurn‘s review Edit Like Unlike

I was a huge fan of the original Motorola DROID for Verizon. It raised the bar for Android smartphonesin many ways, and it did it all with a QWERTY keyboard - something I personally prefer. It was eclipsed by devices with 1GHz processors and better cameras later, but it remained a very solid device.

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Aug 19, 2010

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Phone Arena‘s review Edit Like Unlike

Placed on the same level at the upper end of the echelon on Verizon's lineup, both Android powered smartphones are priced at $199.99 on-contract – so it'll obviously come down to what features are placed highly on your list. The obvious first decision you'll have to make is whether the touch-only option of the Incredible is something you can endure. If you can't fathom to see yourself adjust to the touchscreen, then it's quite blatant that the Motorola DROID 2 is looking to be the correct solution for you.

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Aug 18, 2010

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LAPTOP Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

A sleeker design, more comfortable keyboard, and mobile hotspot functionality make this Android 2.2 phone a pretty strong sequel.

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Aug 14, 2010

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Phone Arena‘s review Edit Like Unlike

When you have an army of Android devices out there, especially when we witness multiple top shelf devices being released, it makes it rather difficult for any specific one to stand out unless it's able to set the bar higher. Back in the fall of last year, the Motorola DROID was able to make a name for itself, because it boasted stellar hardware backed with a full bodied platform, while competition was scarce as hen's teeth. However, the DROID 2 is coming in at a time when it's facing stiff competition from basically every side.

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Aug 13, 2010

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PC Magazine‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Motorola Droid 2 is Verizon's top-of-the-line keyboarded smartphone.

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Aug 13, 2010

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CNET Reviews‘s review Edit Like Unlike

The Motorola Droid 2 offers a number of improvements that make it a worthy upgrade from the Droid and certainly a top choice for those who want a smartphone with a physical keyboard.

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Aug 12, 2010

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