Watchdog for the Droid Incredible

So in a desperate attempt to have my phone battery last longer than 3 or 4 hours after normal use, I purchased the Watchdog app which kills apps once the CPU usage on you phone hits a certain percentage ...due to the almighty Froyo kicking off apps anytime you do anything on the phone.
SInce you can specify when to kill an app based on the percentage usage (ex, kill Pandora once CPU usage hits 50%) I set it up to kill Skype, Amazon, City ID, Updater, Footprints, News, Slacker, Stocks, Vcast Apps, VZ Navigator and Voice Dialer once CPU usage hits 1% (in an attempt to kill the app every time it starts)
So far I see the difference in battery life but its too early to determine if it makes a difference after a few days ...my concern it the app is ALWAYS killing some of the apps listed before ...primarily Skype (stupid, pointless Skype) so this is no different from ATK basically. Since I have read several times before that ATK's are pointless on 2.2 I am wondering if this is no different?
Just curious if anyone else is using the app and appreciate some feedback ...so I can get a refund if it does more harm than good.
.....was 2.2 really necessary?

I don't use the app, but it doesn't sound too much different than other task killers other than the parameters used to determine when to kill apps. I would think that this particular app though would use more battery as it would have to constantly poll the cpu to determine when limits are reached. Also, I would remove updater (I believe this is used by the market to notify you when an app is updated) and voice dialer (may be critical to phone functions). And now, a brief spiel about task killers...the android os (not just 2.2) views free memory as wasted memory. Built into the code are low memory limits and the os will load apps into memory up to these limits for quicker access, starting with often used apps and system apps. These are waiting idle and not using battery power, whereas, if they are killed, they attempt to reload which will use battery power. When a new app is opened, if more memory is needed, the app that has been sitting idle longest is removed from it's space in memory. Eventually, I believe, the system learns which apps you use most so, in time, the bloatware apps that you never use will not even load. Sorry if this got too long (it usually does) but I hope it helps in your decision. I would advise doing some research on android/task killers/memory management. It's very different from windows and that is what most of us are used to.

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Gingerbread Update for HTC Droid Incredible

Here we go it's the Official thread for the upcoming "Gingerbread 3.0" update for the Droid Incredible.
Float this thread to the top of your page to always see whats new and never stay out of the loop!
Tag often!
Here is some basic info regarding the new upcoming update. If you have any new information PLEASE update this thread and attach some links for all of us to follow.
Android 3.0 Gingerbread will be released in mid- October (around 15 -16th), 2010. First handsets shipping in November/December – for the Holiday Season.
Minimum hardware requirements for Android 3.0 devices are: 1GHZ CPU, 512MB or RAM, displays from 3.5” and higher. (We all, of course, heard that Android handsets with 2GHz CPU’s are coming)
New 1280×760 resolution available for the devices with displays of 4” and higher. (Anyone thinking about Android tablets now? )
Completely revamped user interface. If you want to get a feeling of what Android 3.0 Gingerbread UX is like, check out the Gallery app on Nexus One. The same overall feel, light animated transitions,etc. Natively, through all the UI.
Android’s split into 2 branches becomes official. 3.0 for top of the line/high end devices. Cheap, low-end mass market handsets will keep Android 2.1/2.2
Just a few jabs to get the fire started. Keep it nice here please, and lets help each other be the highest informed forum on the net! GO GINGERBREAD!!!!!

As I can see from your specs, we won't benefit from this update at all. Useless update. The new resolution would only be compatible with screens 4' and above.
With all the features we have now, what else are we gonna need?
Besides that, not even all Incredible ownsers have Froyo yet, it's too early to talk about some Gingerbread. Not even all Froyo users use all of its new features, such as 3G Hotspot and bugging apps that came with the update.
I'm just wondering what would Gingerbread bring that will make me like this phone more than I already do. Nothing.

I have an iphone 4 for verizon and i am going to switch phones and get a droid motorolla 4g phone and the droid doesnt have a sim card. does my iphone 4 have a sim card that i can put in the droid? can i buy sim cards separately online for the droid?

i have an iphone 4 for verizon and i am going to switch phones and get a droid motorolla 4g phone and the droid doesnt have a sim card. does my iphone 4 have a sim card that i can put in the droid? can i buy sim cards separately online for the droid?

Brandon2184 wrote:
The iPhone 4 uses a "Nano SIM"
The CDMA iPhone 4 does not use a SIM at all. There is no SIM slot. It is a pure CDMA phone.

Where can I find the Users Manual for the DROID TURBO?

Where can I find the Users Manual for the DROID TURBO?

https://motorola-global-portal.custhelp.com/app/product_page/faqs/p/30,6720,9277/session/L3RpbWUvMTQxNTI0NTY1Ny9zaWQvc0xvbk1JNm0%3D#/how_do_i

Has anyone noticed that the Otterbox Defender case for the Droid Maxx is not manufactured correctly?

After ordering 2 cases from Otterbox directly, and having to send both of them back, I called a Verizon store and had them compare the Otterbox Defender case for the Droid Maxx to the actual phone. They were surprised to note that the hole for the camera on the case (to the left of the speaker) was on the opposite side of the camera on the phone (to the right of the speaker). And, there is no hole for the camera's sensor on the Otterbox case.

Then return it to an Apple Store and complain and if neccessary get your money back

Android L (Lollipop) for the Droid DNA - when?

Anyone know when Android L (Lollipop) will come out for the Droid DNA?

referenced from here
It’s Official: Android 5.0 Lollipop Coming to Moto X, Moto G, Moto E and More - The Official Motorola Blog

WALLPAPERS AND RINGTONES FOR THE-------------DROID 2

Hi I just biught the Droid 2 and am trying to learn how to work it,,
does anyone know of any sites which offer free wallpapers, pics, ringtones ect,,for the DROID 2?
I have tried downloading from photobucket but the wallpapers are distorted and way to big for the screen......
Also how do I lock and unlock the phone when not in use.... ty for your help...
trying to learn..

ty so much...I will check those site out.......

When will a Forum "Space" be Created for the DROID 4?

When will a Community Forum "Space" be created for the DROID 4? We are currently forced to post under either Android or the sub-section DROID / DROID 2, which is not working for us.
Thanks so much and kind regards,
ricemeli

Thanks for the response Ann. But respectfully, I -- and many other owners -- disagree. It causes much confusion and as a result many have posted their inquiries to the general Android Space or others. I have been experiencing several issues with my device lately, and when I first logged-in to the Verizon Community I spent an hour and a half searching for the DROID 4 Space, thinking that I was doing something wrong, searching in the wrong place, &c, &c. I have since read that many other DROID 4 owners have had that same experience before finally realizing that there IS no DROID 4 Space.
However, as you stated, the DROID 4 is somewhat similar to the DROID 2 (my previous two devices were DROID 2 GLOBALs) and as such in my opinion it would be a perfectly acceptable solution for the DROID 4 to be added to what is currently the DROID / DROID 2 Space if creation of a Space of its own is not deemed necessary by the Verizon Community Managers and Leaders. Doing so would provide much needed clarity for people in need of assistance to know exactly where to post their threads and requests for assistance sans all of the above confusion, and a far more positive Customer Service experience.
Thanks again and kind regards,
ricemeli

Faulty touch screen for my Droid Incredible 2

I have a Droid Incredible 2, but I am having a tough time being positive about it. The lower edge of my touch screen has become non-responsive and/or finicky at random times. While on the desktop, I often can't get the "Phone" button to work. It is like the bottom edge of the touch screen shuts off. That is quite irritating, but it is not as irritating as it is after I actually get in to my phone. If I call someone and get an answering machine, I can't hang up. The "End Call" button doesn't work. This becomes bearable if I call someone and the person answers. It is bearable because the phone will let me out of the loop when he or she hangs up. However, not being able to hang up on an answering machine is quite irritating, especially if it is one that allows for an endless length message. I've found that powering off is the only way out of that predicament.
The touch screen has been a problem while in other programs, too. It is a pain when playing a game and not being able to do something because the touch screen gives out. In those situations, forcing the screen to black and re-dragging down to get it often allows me to keep going, but I don't think I should have to deal with that.
What am I to do? There is no recalibration for my touch screen. Is getting a replacement phone an option? Heck, I am not sure if I am even under warranty.
Can anyone help?
Thanks.
-Brian

How and when did the screen went blank? Battery level? Using an specific application?
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Any Help or Response from Verizon or HTC Regarding Problematic Update For OG Droid Incredible??

Dear Verizon,
Are you or HTC doing anything to resolve the problematic update that has effected most customers using the Original HTC Droid Incredible that was recently updated to 4.08.605.15? These problems include continual rebooting, freezing, and the necessity of repeated battery pulls in order to resume normal functioning. There have been a number of threads on the various problems, the following is just one of them.
https://community.verizonwireless.com/thread/775916
Can someone please respond to show us that that you are at least aware of the problem? And please no recommendations on factory resets as this has not solved a majority of the problems. Thank you.

pre86 - this was the response i just recieved:
Luckily, HTC has sent out a technical bulletin regarding this particular
issue. They're aware that the update will cause their devices to reboot quite a
few times, and they've said that it was actually something they had planned.
They've informed us that you'll experience this issue with the reboot for one
day but no more than two days maximum. I'm sorry because I know that it's not
what you were wanting to hear, but HTC is guarantying that you shouldn't have
this issue two days after the system update. No need to worry, it's not a phone
issue and your devices don't need to be replaced.
We'll see if this holds true......

Solution to the Droid Incredible frequently shutting itself off?

As with many other posters I was perfectly content with my droid incredible until recently. Now it just shuts itself off whenever it feels like it (while I'm on the phone or when its just sitting on my desk, etc). This past week my once or twice a day shut off has picked up to 5-6 times a day. I can't tell you how many times I've tried factory resets or changing out my battery or any other solution you can imagine to no avail. I'm desperately seeking any advice on fixes to this solution.
Thanks in advance!

I'd like to give some advise if you have taken the time to do a master reset already. There are really only 2 other things I can think of aside from replacing the device. One thing I would like to make clear before trying the troubleshooting steps below is ensure that your issue is not caused by an application. I don't know how many customers have done a master reset and then immediately have redownloaded all of their apps. The issues immediately came back which isn't surprising if the issue is caused by an app.
1) Remove the SD card from you device. The phone may be trying to access files that have been corrupted and is glitching out because of this. If you find there is a problem with your SD card, I suggest backing up any pertinent info on a computer and formatting the SD card. Do the same for phone storage memory too.
2) Ensure your software is up to date. The current software information can be found here: Incredible Software Update.
If none of the above has resolved your problem, I recommend contacting the Warranty Center at 866-406-5154 or DM me with your name and number. I'll call you as soon as possible.
Regards,
MikeS_VZW
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Stories about early upgrades for the Droid Bionic.

Hello,
I have been searching for stories about the Bionic for a while, and I have seen a couple pop up that say Verizon is offering early upgrades to *SOME* customers.
http://www.gizmocrunch.com/mobile/8185--verizon-iphone-5-htc-vigor-nexus-prime-motorola-droid-bionic
I have been a customer of Verizon for a little less than two years. I am still using the OG Droid, and it is starting to bogg down quite a bit and freeze/crash randomly, so getting a new phone is one of the top things on my list. My upgrade discount is up on 10/25/11, but seeing that the Droid Bionic is going to come out Sept 8th (little more than a week), and seeing that Verizon is offering early upgrades to certain people, I was wondering who exactly GETS these early discounts. Reading the articles apparantly Verizon sent emails out to some people, but I haven't gotten anything about it.
So are these articles correct? If so, who exactly CAN get the discount? And will I be able to get the phone when it comes out?

This promotion, although recently released, doesn't necessarily pertain to the Droid Bionic alone. Verizon sent out thousands of e-mails to customers that have never owned a smart phone before and fit various other criteria. The promotion allows you to upgrade from a basic phone to a smart phone early if you wish to do so. The promotion also entitles the customer to a $100 rebate in the form of a Visa gift card if they mail in their old basic phone as well. Hope this helps.

Why isn't there blogs for the Droid X2 and Droid 3?

Thats it.....Both phones are important parts of Verizon's line up and have been out for a while......

I can see the logic with the Droid X2 as it's similar to the outgoing X other than the dual core processor and higher res screen. The Droid 2 and D2 Global were facelifted versions of the original Motorola Droid, with higher clocked processors and better keyboards. All the hard points were the same as the OG Droid, especially under the back cover, battery placement, SD card etc. were nearly identical to the original Droid.
The Droid 3 isn't similar to the Droid 2, it's a completely new device. The phone is larger, slightly thinner and shares no part of its design with the D2. The screen, keyboard, guts, all of it are new. I think there should be a dedicated to the D3 for that reason. Just my humble opinion.

Temporary solution for deleting text messages for the Droid X

For everyone trying to delete the message history:
I know this is a pain in the rear-end, but I found a way that works as a temporary fix.
~Write down the number of the contact you're trying to delete from the history (ex girl/boyfriend, secret lover, whom ever)
~Delete the contact
~Re-enter the contacts info
You'll notice the history for that contact is gone and even though this is a rather long route to take to delete the history it works.
Now lets just hope there's an update soon.

Runnman,
I am not sure you if you know this or not but the Droid X stores text messages as well as phone call histories in two locations. One location for your text messages is at the location where you would normally send or receive messages, you can reply to them and if you'd like you can delete the conversation as well as the trend, however, there is a catch. Even though you have deleted the trend or conversation, if you go to your contacts and swip your finger to the left or right (I can't recall which way but you'll know when you see your message history) you'll see all you text messages. It's this location where the messages and call history can not be deleted and the only way I have found and so far the only technique that actually works, is to delete the entire contact, once the contact is deleted you will no longer have the history listed. Then you can readd the contact and repeat the process until an update is provided. I hope this doesn't confuse you too much.
Cheers

Can I use a blackberry (full functional from 2008) for the droid turbo 100$ trade in promotional value?

no pieces are missing, turns on fine.

screenfreak, great question! As long as the smart phone is in good working condition then yes, you would be able to use that device for the trade in. Take a look here for the details http://www.verizonwireless.com/b2c/splash/electronicdevicerecycling.jsp.
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