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source - Verizon | GSMArena
Verizon announces Motorola DROID Turbo in blue
The Motorola DROID Turbo is a Verizon-exclusive Android smartphone, which was announced late last year with high end hardware and a decent price. The handset was offered in Metallic Black, Metallic Red, and Black Ballistic Nylon. Now the carrier is offering the handset in Sapphire Blue Ballistic Nylon, which is basically a blue version of the black kevlar-reinforced option.
Apart from the color, nothing else has been changed, neither the specs nor the price have been changed - for $199 with a two-year contract (or $599 full-front) you'll get a 5.2 inch Quad HD display, up to 64GB of internal storage, a 21MP rear camera, a 2MP front camera, and a 2.7GHz quad-core Snapdragon 805 with 3GB of RAM.
Verizon also offers a limited-time $100 bill credit promotion with every new Motorola Droid Turbo. You can also get another $100 if you trade in a device in a working condition.
source - Verizon | GSMArena
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Its important to note that the Galaxy Note 4 is a much newer device, so its hardware is a better match for the DROID Turbo. While the Galaxy S5 may have ruled over the Android landscape through most of 2014, its age is surely evident against some of the younger contenders.
Motorola has done a great job with the Droid Turbo – this phone is a terrific package that packs all the cutting-edge technology one can think of right now. What's more, its near stock Android experience focusses on the things that matter to smartphone users instead of adding bloat.
The Galaxy S5 though still powerful and capable, is simply overshadowed by the higher QHD resolution, larger battery and streamlined software experience the DROID Turbo offers. However the Galaxy S5 does offer the better camera between the two.
While Galaxy S5 owners don't necessarily need to consider upgrading to the DROID Turbo, Motorola's offering is a great choice for new customers, especially if you are comfortable with the DROID Turbo's Verizon exclusivity.
source - PhoneArena
Motorola DROID Turbo vs Samsung Galaxy S5 - Video Comparison
We have already seen the Motorola DROID Turbo go up against the Samsung Galaxy Note 4. But how will the Verizon exclusive Motorola flagship fair against the venerable Samsung Galaxy S5.
Its important to note that the Galaxy Note 4 is a much newer device, so its hardware is a better match for the DROID Turbo. While the Galaxy S5 may have ruled over the Android landscape through most of 2014, its age is surely evident against some of the younger contenders.
Motorola has done a great job with the Droid Turbo – this phone is a terrific package that packs all the cutting-edge technology one can think of right now. What's more, its near stock Android experience focusses on the things that matter to smartphone users instead of adding bloat.
The Galaxy S5 though still powerful and capable, is simply overshadowed by the higher QHD resolution, larger battery and streamlined software experience the DROID Turbo offers. However the Galaxy S5 does offer the better camera between the two.
While Galaxy S5 owners don't necessarily need to consider upgrading to the DROID Turbo, Motorola's offering is a great choice for new customers, especially if you are comfortable with the DROID Turbo's Verizon exclusivity.
source - PhoneArena
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source - PhoneArena
Motorola DROID Turbo vs Samsung Galaxy Note 4 - Video Comparison
The Moto X (2014) is a great flagship, but doesn't match up to the power offered on the Motorola DROID Turbo. Unfortunately the DROID Turbo remains an exclusive on Verizon, and is a fierce competitor to the Samsung Galaxy Note 4.
Motorola has bestowed the DROID Turbo with just about anything you would want on a smartphone. A Quad HD display, 20MP camera and a Snapdragon 805 processor are backed by a powerful 3900mAh battery, which ensures the device stays powered for a full two-days.
The brand new Samsung Galaxy Note 4 is one of the few devices capable of standing up against the DROID Turbo. It features a 5.7 inch Quad-HD display of its own, with a 16MP optically-stabilized camera and a Snapdragon 805 processor.
While both handsets are nearly evenly matched in performance, their different designs may help users select a device to match their style. Samsung's Note has the larger display with more accurate colors, but it weighs the same as the Turbo and it is also much thinner. Motorola on the other hand have used innovative design materials such as ballistic nylon and Kevlar. While the materials used by Motorola may not be very visually appealing, it makes it easier to handle.
Samsung's other advantage comes with its S Pen stylus which added tons of functionality to your Note 4 when coupled with the Note specific apps on TouchWiz. Motorola opts for a very basic experience and highlights specific phone features with Moto Voice, Actions and Display enhancements.
Samsung also manages to slightly overtake Motorola's 20MP camera, with its 16MP sensor. The optical image stabilization helps keep things steady and the audio recording quality is higher than that on the DROID Turbo.
Motorola's biggest trump card is in the excellent battery life offered by the DROID Turbo. The 3900mAh battery is capable of keeping your device powered for two to three days.
Now again, the exclusivity of the DROID Turbo only allows you to enjoy this device if you are a Verizon Wireless customer. Interestingly it is even more affordable than the Note 4 off contract. So unless you are looking for the heavy productivity features offered by Samsung's phablet, the DROID Turbo maybe a device worth looking at
source - PhoneArena
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The update which has the 21.44.8 version number has the following official change-log.
source - Verizon
Motorola DROID Turbo receives OTA update with advanced calling 1.0 support and minor fixes
Verizon is currently rolling out an OTA (over-the-air) software update to the Motorola DROID Turbo which brings Advanced Calling 1.0 VoLTE implementation along with other minor fixes and improvements.
The update which has the 21.44.8 version number has the following official change-log.
- Prepares your device for the new Advanced Calling 1.0 feature, which allows you to use Voice and Data simultaneously.
- Email Attached moved to top for easy viewing
- Device Stability Fixes/Security Updates
Its disappointing that Verizon hasn't gone into detail on what fixes the update actually brings for the device. Its also important to point out that the update prepares the DROID Turbo for Advanced Calling, which will likely be enabled on Verizon's side once all the handsets have received the update.
Meanwhile DROID Turbo users are likely waiting for the Android 5.0 Lollipop update on their handsets. While Motorola may have already released the Lollipop update for the Verizon Moto X, the carrier has more control over the update cycle of the DROID series.
source - Verizon
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Motorola DROID Turbo officially announced for Verizon with 5.2 inch Quad HD display, Snapdragon 805 and 3900mAh battery
The Verizon exclusive Motorola DROID Turbo is now official, with some of the best hardware specifications in tow. The new DROID is ready to challenge the entire line of flagships for the crown and it just may have the tools to take over.
Design
While most modern smartphones are battling to offer the largest screen size, the DROID Turbo comes with a respectable 5.2 inch display size. While its size may be dwarfed by devices like the Google Nexus 6, Samung Galaxy Note 4 and the Apple iPhone 6, the DROID Turbo will clearly be easier for single handed use and the more pocket friendly among the aforementioned lot.
Motorola has given the DROID Turbo, the same design guidelines that have shaped Motorola's DROID family of devices, so it has a lot in common with devices like the Motorola DROID MAXX. You will find the same kevlar back plate, which has become a signature of the DROID line, but you will find the DROID Turbo has been enforced with a metal frame, which is clad in Metallized Glass Fiber (MGF), a new sturdy material that makes the device both "lightweight and durable". Motorola's latest and greatest is also graced with a water-repelling nano coating, which should protect it from the occasional liquid spillage and up to 20 minutes when it's raining cats and dogs outside. Fret not about the display, as it employs Gorilla Glass 3.0. Right above it, one can find the front-facing speaker of the device.
Note that the device will be available in two different versions - one of them will have a metalized back cover, whereas the other one will rely on a kevlar-reinforced one. The latter is slightly thicker and heavier, as the cover itself represents a 8.3-11.2mm curve and weighs 176g; at the same time, the metal one is a tad slimmer with a curve of 7.8-10.6mm and tips the scales at 169g.
Hardware
The 5.2 inch AMOLED Quad HD display has a 1440 x 2560 pixel resolution, which accounts for a 565 ppi pixel density. This means DROID Turbo has one of the sharpest displays in the market, expect for the Samsung Galaxy S5 LTE-A.
In terms of storage, Motorola has skipped the 16GB model in favor of a 32GB for its base model. You also get a 64GB version in case the on-board storage isn't enough. Connectivity-wise, LTE Cat 4 support for bands 2,4,7, and 13 is on board; the DROID Turbo also supports Verizon's own XLTE network. The device will receive the Advanced Calling 1.0 feature within 90 days, thanks to which owners of the device will be able to simultaneously make high-def VoLTE (Voice over LTE) calls and use their LTE data. We also have Bluetooth 4.0 LE and NFC aboard.
The handset is powered by a 2.7GHz quad-core Snapdragon 805 APQ8084 processor from Qualcomm, which happens to be the same chip found on the Nexus 6 and the Galaxy Note 4. You also have 600MHz Adreno 420 GPU taking care of your graphics needs, a NLP (Natural Language Processor) on board, and 3GB of LPDDR3 RAM (with 64-bit access) ensuring that your device can multitask in style.
Camera
The DROID Turbo comes with a rather large 21MP rear camera, which has a f/2.0 aperture. You get a dual-LED flash, but not with the ring style found on the Motorola Moto X or the Nexus 6, instead each flash is located on either side of the camera. The rear camera is also capable of capturing 4K video at 24fps and, 1080p ones at 30fps. In terms of features, the camera offers digital zoom, slow motion video recording at 720p, burst mode, auto HDR, panorama, and others. Meanwhile, the 2MP front facing camera allow you to shoot 1080p videos.
Battery
Motorola also wants their new DROID flagship to have a top of its class battery, and have packed a 3900mAh battery inside the device. The company claims you can get two-days of usage out of your DROID Turbo, which is impressive in this day and age. Especially considering it has been packed into a smaller device.
The device is also equipped with a quick charging feature, which allows you to get 8 hours of use after just 15 minutes of charging, as Motorola puts it. The latter will be courtesy of the Turbo Charger that can be found inside the box. The DROID Turbo also supports wireless charging, but no wireless charging pad is included in the box.
Software
The Motorola DROID Turbo will come with Android 4.4 KitKat pre-installed, but will likely get a quick update to Android 5.0 Lollipop. The handset also packs several other software features courtesy of the Moto Smart app suite. These include Moto Voice, Moto Actions, Moto Assist, Moto Display, Highlight Reel, and Best Shot. Apart from these, Motorola has equipped the DROID Turbo with a trio of exclusive apps - Zap Zone, Zap to TV, and Zap with Voice. Motorola Migrate will also help the potential adopters transfer their contacts and data from their old Android device directly to the DROID Turbo.
Pricing and Availability
This Motorola DROID Turbo will be available starting October 30 directly from Motorola and Verizon. The 32GB version of the Motorola DROID Turbo (available in Metallic Black, Metallic Red, and Black Ballistic Nylon) will fetch a $199 price tag with a 2-year contract with Verizon or $25 a month with Verizon Edge.
The 64GB version of the device (available in Black Ballistic Nylon only) will be available for $249.99 with a 2-year contract or $27 a month with Verizon Edge. If you opt for the device and trade in your current smartphone, Verizon will refund you $100 if you sign a new 2-year contract.