Motorola DROID Ultra, DROID MAXX and DROID Mini updates rolling out to all users
Last week, we learned about an OTA upgrade — version 12.15.15.en.US –going out to Motorola’s latest DROID phones for Verizon. The updates first came as part of a soak test, but it was later discovered that some folks had gotten the green light to download it without being part of Motorola’s feedback program.
Not everyone got in on the fun, but Motorola’s VP of Product Management Punit Soni has mentioned that the upgrade should now be rolling out to all of the latest DROID phones. Most of the updates pertain to the camera, but there are some other key changes you’ll want to take heed to:
- Google Drive is now preloaded with 50G promotion
- Wireless charging UI has been enhanced for better connectivity
- 4G LTE performance has been improved to support faster connection
- Motorola Assist has been improved for better stability
- Google Voice now returns cards with audible feedback when location setting is enabled The latest version of NFL™ Mobile has been added
- Viewdini has been removed as a preloaded application
- Device now charges when connected to Mophie Juice Pack Powerstation
And now for the camera stuff, which is the same suite of fixes Moto X users have been enjoying for quite some time:
- Sky Detection has been improved to lighten dynamic scenes
- High Dynamic Range (HDR) has been tuned to trigger more frequently
- Viewfinder has been improved for more consistent exposure
- Automatic White Balance (AWB) has been improved for overall color enhancements
It’s not the Android 4.4 KITKAT many of you are likely craving, but this is still a significant face lift that should make many folks eager to get their hands on this upgrade. Be sure to hit Settings > About Phone and check for the firmware update right now. You’ll want to be on WiFi, of course, as this will be a sizable download. It also wouldn’t hurt to get your battery charged up to at least 30%.
Oh, and don’t forget that some of Motorola’s older DROIDs on Verizon’s network have received minor OTA upgrades recently (as one gracious soul at AndroidForums kindly pointed out). We’re talking about the Motorola DROID RAZR HD and DROID RAZR MAXX HD. That should bring us improved HDMI connectivity, fixes for GPS indicator issues, the ability to charge via Rapid Charger while the device is off, and an updated version of Backup Assistant. The same deal goes for these phones as the latest DROIDs — WiFi, 30% battery, then head to Settings > About Phone. Hop to it!