Verizon Wireless Cell Phone News, Views and Reviews

This was supposed to be my Tuesday column and before you knew it Tuesday turned into Thursday. Time flies when you are having fun...testing apps! I was going to check out/review the SIMS game but I couldn't find it in the marketplace and that is ok because I was really not that enthusiastic about it anyway.

What I did want to tell you about is a few more great apps I found. They are halfway between productive and time wasting! Just a reminder, since this did start out as my "Time Waster Tuesday" column, there was a new episode of FCU staring Jon Heder (Napolean Dynamite) posted Tuesday to NBC.com or you can view it on your phone with VCast Videos. In searching for that, I also found a nutty webisode with Bill Murray, where Dylan and Russell have to check whether or not Bill Murray drinks warm milk before he goes to bed. Okay, onto the apps. These apps were testing using my Droid X but are available for any Android device and some are available for iPhone and others. The QR codes will get you to the websites for the apps or you can download them from the Android Marketplace.

Camera 360. This is a fantastic app for doing some really neat things to your pictures!

The trial app is free and the full version is $3.99. The trial does a lot. I took a picture of a sign outside of our building and then set many of the different effects so you can see what it is capable of.

This is supposed to be the "normal" but to kill two birds with one stone, it is also "ghost effect"	Fish Eye	Surrealistic Color
Surrealistic Painting	Line Sketch	Vertical Left Symmetry Split happens in middle of sign
Vertical Left Symmetry Split happens on right edge of sign	Horizontal Top Symmetry Split happens in middle of sign	4 color poster
Horizontal Symmetry- Split happens at bottom of sign	Horizontal Bottom Symmetry- Split happens in middle of sign	Scenery Mode

Using the same app, I photographed my skirt and there are tons of color effects you can perform. Here are a few.

Normal	Negative	Enhanced Saturation
HDR Simulation	LOMO Cyan	Sepia

There were several other offerings in the color category including "I'm Feeling Lucky" (picks random effect), Enhance, Black and White, Commercial, Light Cyan, HDR Simulation Heavy and Night. The Full version has extras like Dream effect and Back to 1839. That was all done with one app.

 

PhotoFunia This app is appropriately named! I had a lot of fun making pictures with it. There are many scenarios that you can out a face into. Some require a face because they use face detection. I tried to use my Chloe avatar in maby if them and it rejected some because it couldn't detect the face. Here are some of the results. Thanks, Jo, Des, Tina, Kim & Claire for being my guinea pigs!

Tulips	Artist
Crystal Ball	Billboard Workers
Hammock	AX
The Gun	Decorated Billboard

There are 25 scenes and you can load more. Some other scenes available are Male Gambler, Female Gambler, Bride in the Grass, Cafe, Artist in the Dark, Football Player, Soccer Goalie, Developing Photos, Pencil Drawing, Pavement Art, Hockey Team, Boxer, Film Photography, Singer and that doesn't even scratch the surface! Did I mention some are animated?

GroceryiQ Here's an app I am growing to love love love! It's good for the grocery shoppers in the family or...the people who need the groceries. You could actually make it fun for your kids to make you a grocery list. Imagine that? All they have to do is scan the barcodes and it generates a list. And the list is even categorized!

Look how easy it is. First you click "+" to add an item, notice I already have one item.

Next you can either type or use the microphone to search for an item or you can manually enter or scan the barcode.

It will let you know it found the barcode and identified the item, and add it to your list! Already categorized. SWEET!

As always, I like to really push the envelope, I scanned a pallette of eyeshadow I am running low on and it scanned and saved that. Very handy, so next time I'm on Walmart, I can pick up my "champagne" eye shadow! That's right, I said Walmart. I'm about a "low-medium" on the maintenance scale. Some Sephora, some Walmart.

Anyway, there are settings to maintain your list and to restart once you have purchased the items on your list. No more pen and paper...and you can email it to someone if someone lse decides to do you a favor and do the shopping. Now if I could just find someone to email it to!!!

 

I just finished updating my "products board" to include the 17 devices that are coming before the end of the year. That doesn't even include tablets or LTE aircards so buckle up, we're in for quite a ride!

There is not at that much to talk about today, other than the Fascinateing news that Verizon will soon see a member of the Galazy S series in it's lineup...finally. Rumored launch will be September 9th but that remains to be seen. Samsung is sponsoring a ton of things based on the launch if this series. There is the zany web series called FCU, in fact a new episode will be posted tomorrow. More FCU info. Then of course there is the MTV Music Video Awards airing on September 12th which is now officially sponsored by "Samsung Fascinate a Galaxy S phone" and Verizon Wireless itself. That should be fun! Verizon already has a contest in the works.

Well here's what the Fascinate is all about.

1 GHz Hummingbird processor 3G mobile hotspot 720p HD video recording w/ easy upload to YouTube and playback Amazon Kindle pre-loaded 5MP camera w LED flash 16GB pre-installed memory VZ Navigator pre-loaded BING maps pre-loaded NFL Mobile Visual Voice Mail pre-loaded Backup Assisitant pre-loaded Blockbuster pre-loaded VCast Videos pre-loaded Skype Mobile pre-loaded Swype

All that plus a super bright screen, enhanced motion and tilt response for gaming, task manager & Program manager widget all in a skinny package!

Speaking of Bing, Oh did I forget to mention that the Samsung Fascinate is coming pre-loaded with Bing? Well it is, so now I can say it, speaking of Bing, today Bing for Mobile Android App becomes available to Verizon customers. You can download the free Bing App from your Verizon Wireless Android phones’ Marketplace. 

The app homepage features the Bing image of the day, complete with clickable hotspots that you can explore and discover related trivia. 

There is also voice search capability right on the homepage for quick results to weather, movie times at your local theater, flight status, traffic, or just news in general.

So, download, install and see what Bing can find for you!

That's all for today, I have to go play some games to get ready for Time Waster Tuesday! I have a few things piling up to tell you about tomorrow so make sure you check back!

Peace out

-CC

The whole reason to have a Droid is because it is highly customizeable and of course, all the apps. Currently there are over 70,000 Droid apps and growing by leaps and bounds everyday. The fact that there are 70,000 apps convinces me that there is no way you'll ever know all of the apps that exist. Now I don't have a lot of time on my hands but I do make the time to peruse as many apps as I can. So when I could be home reading a book or watching TV, I am browsing apps. All in a day's work of a Gadgetista!

 

Before I get really deep into this, these are apps that will help you be productive, back up your important customizations and the like. You'll find my recommendations on games and time-wasting apps every week in my "Tuesday Time Waster" column.

These are in order of importance...according to me!

1. MyBackUp (Rerware, LLC)  4.5 ★'s
This version is good for only 1 device and is a 30-day trial. Backup to their online secure servers or SD card, your apps, contacts, call log, bookmarks, SMS/MMS, calendar, Settings, Home Shortcuts, Alarms, Dictionary, Music Playlists and more. There is a full version that is well worth the $4.99 charge that will also restore on existing/new phone. This is a must before upgrades.

2. Advanced Task (Killer-ReChild) 4.5 ★'s
Advanced Task Killer is also known as ATK. It is a tool to kill applications running. Your Android device is similar to a Windows Device, the more things you have running, the slower it will get. One of the most compelling things about Android is the ability to multitask, but before you know it you have 20 apps running in the background. Just kill 'em and speed things right back up!

3. Astro File Manager (Metago) 4.5 ★'s
This is an essential file manager that allows you to move, erase, rename files. It also has Image and text viewers, Networking, SMB, Bluetooth, SFTP, ZipTar, downloader, thumbnails, search files, application manager, task manager and attachments.

4. Drive Safe.ly (iSpeech.org) 4 ★'s
DriveSafe.ly^™ is a mobile application that reads text (SMS) messages and emails aloud in real time and automatically responds without drivers touching the mobile phone. There is a trial version for free that reads only the first 25 words. The paid version is only $13.95/year and features:

• Optional text message auto-responder
• Choice of female or male voice
• Auto-select voice by contact gender
• Works nicely with Bluetooth
• Low annual or monthly charge
• Family plan available

5. Barcode Scanner (ZXingTeam) 4.5 ★'s
Scan barcodes on CD's, books, and other products. Find out where you can get it local to your zipcode or just look up prices and reviews online. It will also keep a history of your scans for reference later.

You can also scan QR codes containing URL's, contact info, calender events, etc.

We all know what a standard barcode looks like, this is a QR (Quick response) code. It can be used for a number of different marketing strategies. When scanned it can provide a URL, a telephone # or a message that will come up in text format. The Barcode Scanner App is capable of scanning these.

At the bottom of the screen it will provide you with options, once scanned, like Open browser which will take you right to the appropriate page. Try it! Download the app and scan the QR code above. This is where you should end up if you select "open browser."

6. Password Safe Lite (Rhythm Software) 4.5 ★'s
Keep password and confidential info safe using 128bit AES. Features:

• Display item in tree view for intuitive orgnaization by category
• Search item for quick access by name
• Choose from pre-defined template or create your own
• Choose from 70+ icons to associate with item

7. Free WiFi Finder (JiWire Inc.) 3 ★'s
Instantly find FREE WiFi Internet Hotspots wherever you are in the world.

• Over 30,000 locations worldwide
• "Near Me" Search
• Search specific geographic regions
• Filter by location type (Cafe, Library, etc...)
• Phone #'s and address info

New locations are added daily.

8. Dictionary.com (Dictionary.com LLC) 4.5 ★'s
Need a word, spelling, word of the day, better word, audio pronunciation? Save as a widget on a homescreen for word of the day and quick lookup.

	Word of the day "widget"

9. Droid Toolbox (Nestor Reyes and Nick Patel) 3.5 ★'s
Combines useful tools into one app. Included are a compass, level, speedometer, Flashlight and a magnifying lens of sorts. The magnifier essentially takes a picture of whatever you are trying to enlarge so you can then zoom in to the picture.

If you want a magnifier that doesn't need to actually take a picture, then try Magnify by Appd Lab

10. Full Battery Alarm (Crazydog) 3.5 ★'s
You charge your phone everyday right? Do you unplug it as soon as it's done charging? This app isn't going to increase productivity but it will decrease your carbon footprint. This will allow you to charge your phone and it will alert you when it's done charging. It's free so just get it and save some energy!

11. Converto (OilandGrease) 4 ★'s
I went to art school so I didn't have to do math. Boy did I have a rude awakening! A day hasn't gone by that I didn't have to measure something. Now in addition to this fabulous gadgetista job, I bartend, Uggghhh, more math! Even when I make Tiamisu, I have to figure out how much expresso for each 6oz. of water. Well, whatever you do, this app is certainly helpful in making the following conversions: Angle, Area, Cooking, Currency, Data Storage, Energy, Fuel Consumption, Force, Length, Power, Shoe Size Men & Women, Temperature, Time, Transfer Rate, Torque, Velocity, Volume, Weight.

12. Places Directory (Google Places Directory Team) 4.5 ★'s
This is slightly better than the "Places" app that comes preloaded on many Droids. It is divided up into catagories Restaurants, Bars, Attractions, Shopping, Gas Stations, Coffee, Banks, Hotels, Movie Theatres, Medical, Taxis, and Parking. This app comes in handy more than you may think. Let's say you've met some friends for a drink at a place you aren't entirely familiar with and you need an ATM or you are in the middle of no where and need to find the closest gas station. Quick easy app to get the job done.

13. PDF Utility Lite (00EC454) 3.5 ★'s
A very comprehensive tool to perform various operations on a pdf file

• Split the pdf file at a specific page
• Merge many pdf files into one pdf
• Extract images from a pdf file
• Overlay pdf files
• Encrypt (password protect) pdf file
• Add images to pdf file

14. UnZip (Android-Wallpapers.com) 4 ★'s
Zip decompression untility for Android platform.

15. Vlingo (Vlingo Corp.) 4.5 ★'s
An intelligent voice app that turns your words into actions speak to send text & emails, tweet, dial & more. Vlingo even speaks your incoming texts & emails while you drive.

Hopefully, you will find these apps as helpful in your productivity as I have. If you have, just send me $100. Just kidding, if you have, shoot me a comment, or if you know some good ones that I missed, be sure to let me know!

Peace out

-CC

First good time waster tip, FCU: Fact Checkers Unit.
If you haven't watched these two zany, homely fact checkers yet, tune in and get a chuckle. http://www.factcheckersunit.com Today's webisode: Does Zach Gilford (Friday Night Lights) really moonlight as a superhero on the streets of Los Angeles? Russell and Dylan get this fact straight.

New webisodes are posted every Tuesday. Coming soon; Pauly Perrette (NCIS), Dave Navarro, John Heder and Alex Trebek. Are you wondering why I am talking about this? Well, the Samsung Galaxy S is featured in every webisode and you can watch them on any phone via VCast Video.

This article wouldn't be complete without a few games! So this week I found

Fish Food
Ok, I'll say it, it's completely dorky...but it's stupid addicting! Swipe over fish that are smaller, once you eat them, you beome a bigger fish, oh, just try it, you'll get the idea!

Bonsai Blast
This one is mildly addicting, much more challenging than Fish food. Shoot marbles to make groups of three before they all go down the drain.

AndTangle
A little higher up the scale of challenging and lower on the scale of dorkieness! See how many levels you can untangle.

Next week, I'll check out all the games reccommended to me on my DFaceook page, like Sims and others. Lt me know if you get past level 6 on AndTangle!

Peace Out

-CC

New Verizon Mobile Commerce Investment
Do you have about 20 of those darn keytags hanging from your keychain like I do? I have more tags than keys!

There's a good reason for it, SAVINGS! Well, let me backtrack, 9 times out of 10 its a loyalty card for your grocery store, pet store, tanning salon or some other retail outlet that offers savings. The 10th time its a gym pass that simply gains you access, letting them know you are a member.
Here's some good news for you, Verizon is joining up with CardStar to work those into a service on your phone so you can quit schlepping those around on your keys and capture them on your phone. If you have an Android device, you may already have them captured on your device.

Verizon is looking to incorporate it into a mobile commerce program. VzW is already working on a payment program using your phone. This program will capitalize on joining the loyalty, reward and club programs with mobile technology.

Updates, Schmupdate!

Everyday there is a news update on which Droids are getting updates and whuch are not. Apparently, the Droid 2 gets one, and probably has already been pushed to your phone.(version 2.2.20.en.US). It's minor but here's what to look for:

• Enabled text and picture message scrolling.
• Streamlined set up of Visual Voice Mail feature.
• Improved contact sync with Corporate Exchange categories
• and groups.
• View accurate contact pictures when reviewing Recent Call Log.

The Devour is not getting one but if you have been in the market for Android, this particular model is very inexpensive and has a fantastic integration for social media as well as a Universal Inbox. Check out this fun Devour Video starring Megan Fox!

The LG Ally will get Froyo 2.2 in the Sept/Oct timeframe but it may not be able to run all of the Froyo offerings. Further testing will discover that prior to its release.

New FCU Webisode available tomorrow

Have you checked out the fun mini series FCU? (Fact Checkers Unit) It can be seen on nbc.com or www.factcheckersunit.com.
You can also check it out on your Verizon device running VCast Videos. The have also used it as a marketing opportunity, you can follow on Facebook. Now you can check your own facts by txting FCU + your fact or Q to ChaCha. For example:FCU Can elephants really not jump? Anyway, there are some new celebs coming up, Ale Trebek, and Pauly Perrette for example. If you haven't watched any yet, there are three posted so far; Karolina Kurkova, Donald Faison and Luke Perry. New webisodes are posted every Tuesday.

Peace out

-CC

8 Droids, 5 Feature Phones, 4 Tablet/e-readers, 2 Blackberry, 2 Netbooks, 2 LTE Aircards, 1 Palm and a partridge in a pear tree. Well that about wraps up the rest of the year!

If you are due for an upgrade anytime before December 31st, you can do an early upgrade on any 3G Smartphone. This is one of the best promos I've seen Verizon offer. There are some restrictions of course (it ends on August 31st) but it's still a great opportunity for someone whose phone is acting up or maybe you just plain ole', can't wait that long! There are 11 Smartphones making the scene prior to the end of the year, and I'm willing to bet even more will surface.

The Droids will cover everything from something for the yoots (that's "My Cousin Vinny"-speak for the youths) to a global Droid for overseas travelers. Don't worry there are still plenty of feature phones for the texters, PTT for the workers and Blackberrys for the businessmen/women. Whatever you are looking for, one...or four... will be out before the end of the year.

Samsung and Motorola seem to be busiest but we will hear from HTC, Blackberry, LG and a few old names as well as one or two new ones. It all starts in just a few weeks before we see another Droid.

Also due to hit in September is the ZTE Salute.

This is a slide out styled phone with the old alphanumeric keypad. I actually loved that style of keypad for texting, in fact, I was quite good at T9 texting. The manufacturers have forced us to all become QWERTY texters because not many phones offer that type of keyboard anymore. It'll be interesting to see if the texters will still embrace that or if they have truly moved on to QWERTY.

First, let it be known that I would never suggest you do these things on company time, but the next time you find yourself waiting at the Dentist, or Therapist for many of you! Eating lunch by yourself, while trying to look involved or whenever you need to kill a few minutes, let me guide you in the correct way to accomplish this!

For the first "Time Waster Tuesday Tip" (try saying that 5 times fast-I couldn't do it twice!) I have for you a fun little web mini-series. It's produced by NBC Universal and it's only viewable on the web or on your Verizon device via VCast Videos.

It's called Fact Checkers Unit. It's about two homely guys that work for "Dictum" magazine and their job is to check facts before they are published. The first three episodes are posted. Russell and Dylan are assigned to see if Donald Faison (Scrubs) is afraid to fly, Luke Perry thinks his house is haunted and whether or nor Karolina Kurkova wears 125 SPF sunblock. Of course their ways of checking these facts are somewhat unscrupulous. Future episodes include Dave Navarro, Alex Trebek and Pauky Perrette (NCIS). I didn't LOL but I did watch all three episodes, so they were fun enough to entertain me...while I was uploading a video, well I couldn't do any other "work," my computer was otherwise engaged. I swear! Here's a trailer:

You can also watch this on nbc.com, hulu.com and Syfy.com. If you choose to watch it on VCast Videos, go to the app on your phone, select "entertainment" on the VCast Homescreen>NBC>Extras>Fact Checkers Unit.

Next "Time Waster Tuesday Tip" is of course, some cool, free Droid apps. 

I guess it's "that day" again. That wonderful day that starts off our work week. Just think, if it weren't for Monday's, Friday's wouldn't be so celebrated!

Droid 3G Mobile Hotspot
Did you know you can add the 3G Mobile Hotspot service for $20/month, and up to 5 Wi-Fi enabled devices can share that Mobile Broadband connection on your Android device, making your Droid X or Droid 2 a roving hotspot!  Talk about empowerment!
 
The 3G Mobile Hotspot application is pre-loaded on both the Droid X and Droid 2 devices.  All you need to do is subscribe to the new $20, 2GB Mobile Broadband Connect/Mobile Hotspot feature to enable the application. 3G Mobile Hotspot will really help Droid X and Droid 2 owners Rule the Air!
 
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

• Once the 3G Mobile Hotspot application is turned on, all data used on the Droid X or Droid 2 (including data on device like email, web browsing, application downloads, etc.) will count towards the 2GB feature allowance – not just the data use from devices connected through 3G Mobile Hotspot.  VERY IMPORTANT>>> turn off the 3G Mobile Hotspot feature when not in use!

• There are 3 quick/easy ways to keep track of usage:

1. Dial #DATA from the device and review the Mobile Broadband Usage category on the text.  The Mobile Broadband Usage category is where Mobile Broadband Connect and Mobile Hotspot usage is captured (and any usage while the 3G Mobile Hotspot feature is turned on).  The Data Usage category captures on-board device usage (as long as the 3G Mobile Hotspot feature is turned off).
2. Log in to My Verizon and check usage on the Data Usage tab (same category break-down as above).
3. Simply click My Verizon handset app> select Usage> select Menu> select Data Details (same category break-downs as above).

User Guides; They ain't what they used to be!

When is the last time you referred to a "user manual" when you needed to figure out how to make something work? I almost never do, but then again, I am an anomoly of a "Gadgetista!" I do use them when I need scan codes for a remote control or to see what accessories are available because I'm also an accessory HOarder!

The reason I ask is because most manuals are now online, which is great, but sometimes you just want to open the thing and refer to it here and there until you've got the thing figured out and that's it.

Cell phone manufacturers now make these skimpy little "tips and tricks" guides now. You're lucky if they have a little nomenclature and a few how-to's. Well, I'd like to thank them for saving some trees but for crying out lous, not evenone is a geek like me. So the reason I'm yaking on about this is that we at Wireless Zone have all of the Verizon Wireless phones' user manuals on our website for your reading enjoyment! The full ones! Not the shabby ones they box up with the phones so if you have a question download the appropriate manual or ask me! I'll answer you here, or on YouTube.

To find a manual for your phone, click here, then select the appropriate manufacturer from the list

Find the phone you are interested in, the name is a liink to another page. Notice, sometimes there are several pages for each manufacturer.

Halfway down the page is a link for the user guide, under read/write a review. If you haven't done a review for your phone, why not do it while you are there, we'll mail you a shiny new gift card worth $10 off a purchase at your nearest Wireless Zone Store!

The other place we hide informative stuff is on our YouTube channel, which has close to 300 videos. Everytime a phone is released, I do about 5 videos on it. Overview, Set-Up, Messaging, Music and Camera. Then I may do a comparison or two, and sometimes Games or anything else that I am requested or think will be of use. So please visit and watch a vid or ask a question. That's what I'm here for!

That's it for today, enjoy the whole week, not just Friday!

Peace out

-CC

Are you just jonesin' to get yourself a new Droid X or Droid 2 but have to wait for your darn upgrade? Then I have news for you! Verizon is offering Early Upgrades for eligible recipients from June 23rd to August 31st for contracts up before Dec 31st, 2010. See below for details.

Region	Any customer in any of the four regions (Northern California/Nevada, Central Texas, Pennsylvania/WV/Ohio, Upstate New York by either NPA or Zip) who meet the following criteria are loaded into SED (Streamlined Equipment Discounting) and are eligible for the offer: Not currently on a 3G Smartphone. Not NE2 (New Every Two), EUP (Equipment Upgrade Program), or AUP (Annual Upgrade Program), eligible as of 03/15/2010. Consumer or ELEU (Employee Liable End User) and B2B (Business to Business) up to 999 employees - Federal Government excluded. Pennsylvania/WV/Ohio and Upstate New York customers only have the added requirement to not have upgraded or activated within the past six months. Note: Select targeted customers may receive direct marketing materials.
Channels	Offer is available in all direct retail locations, Customer Service, CMO (Continuity Marketing Operations), Telesales, and local/national Indirect agents. Note: Internet is excluded.
Frequency of Upgrade	Customers can only upgrade once during this promotional period. Upon taking advantage of the promotion, customers are not eligible to upgrade again for at least 12 months, which must be disclosed to the customer. Customers are not eligible for a standard upgrade offer.
Data Plan/Feature	$29.99 data plan/feature, at minimum is needed on all 3G Smartphone devices.
End Dates	Contract end dates extend 24 months. Device eligibility dates and NE2 extend 20 months.
Early Upgrade Fee	$20 Early Upgrade fee is not applicable.
Buddy Upgrades	This offer cannot be used for buddy upgrades.
Eligible Device and Rebates	Any 3G Smartphone is eligible. Applicable device rebates are built into the SED offer discount and apply to the transaction as an instant discount.
Pricing	Two-year retail consumer pricing only. No corporate device discounts.
BOBO (Buy One Get One) / BXGX (Buy X Get X)	Through 03/31/2010, customers in the Northern California/Nevada region who qualify for this promotion can take advantage of the Palm Pre Plus BOGO and the Motorola DROID BOGO. For all other areas, if the request is a BOGO/BXGX for a 3G Smartphone within this offer, then the 3G Smartphone Early Upgrade Promotion purchase may qualify as a Buy device in a BOGO/BXGX offer, but the device does not qualify as the Get or free devices.

• Customers can only upgrade once during this promotional period.
• Upon taking advantage of the promotion, customers are not eligible to upgrade again for at least 12 months, which must be disclosed to the customer.
• Customers are not eligible for a standard upgrade offer.

Data Plan/Feature $29.99 data plan/feature, at minimum is needed on all 3G Smartphone devices. End Dates

• Contract end dates extend 24 months.
• Device eligibility dates and NE2 extend 20 months.

Early Upgrade Fee $20 Early Upgrade fee is not applicable. Buddy Upgrades This offer cannot be used for buddy upgrades. Eligible Device and Rebates

• Any 3G Smartphone is eligible.
• Applicable device rebates are built into the SED offer discount and apply to the transaction as an instant discount.

Pricing

• Two-year retail consumer pricing only.
• No corporate device discounts.

BOBO (Buy One Get One) / BXGX (Buy X Get X)

• Through 03/31/2010, customers in the Northern California/Nevada region who qualify for this promotion can take advantage of the Palm Pre Plus BOGO and the Motorola DROID BOGO.
• For all other areas, if the request is a BOGO/BXGX for a 3G Smartphone within this offer, then the 3G Smartphone Early Upgrade Promotion purchase may qualify as a Buy device in a BOGO/BXGX offer, but the device does not qualify as the Get or free devices.

Built on Android 2.2 with Adobe® Flash® Player 10.1, DROID 2 Comes Equipped with More Power, More Speed and an Improved QWERTY Keyboard