After several indications in which it was dropped that Ice Cream Sandwich would soon arrive at Motorola Droid RAZR y Droid RAZR MAXX, finally everything is confirmed and begins to arrive Android 4.0 to American devices. At the moment, they are the models acquired through Verizon, the operator of United States, the first to be updated. Of course, it should not take too long to start landing in our country.
This morning the day dawned in United States with great news for holders of a Motorola Droid RAZR y Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX obtained through the American operator Verizon. And it is that these two devices can already be updated to the latest version of the operating system of Google for mobiles, Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich.
An first step, although for now it is exclusively Verizon's, because it will not take too long to extend, both to free devices and to those of other operators, with the corresponding international versionsIt's possible that in a matter of days, or perhaps a few weeks, it will be available for Spanish devices, although everything will depend on how Motorola handles the issue and the agreement it has with Verizon.
Something remarkable is that they have already launched a special section within their website with the advantages and improvements that it brings Ice Cream Sandwich Motorola Droid RAZR y Motorola Droid RAZR MAXX. This is an official confirmation that the arrival of Android 4.0 is a reality. The manager in Spain of Motorola He confessed to us exclusively that the update would arrive before the end of the month, so during the next week at the latest, the available update notification should begin to appear on the first Spanish Motorolas.
Availability and deployment
The update arrives via OTA in a staggered manner. First to units of Verizon, and subsequently to international versions, starting with free models and, after their approval, to terminals from operators such as Movistar. In some carrier-linked markets (e.g., Telstra), deployment may take longer due to certification processes.
As for the package, its size can vary between 200 and 375 MB depending on region and customization, so it is recommended WiFiIn certain cases, it is also possible to update connecting the phone to the computer using the official Motorola tool.
Key new features of Android 4.0 on the RAZR
- Interface Holo Renewed: dark tones, smoother navigation and folders on the home screen.
- Screen of optimized blocking with shortcuts to camera, phone and messages, and quick sound toggle.
- Multitasking from recent apps by holding down home.
- Data control: Alerts and limits per application, with detailed graphics.
- Synchronization of contacts and photos from email and social networks, and SMS in group.
- Improvements of performance and battery, with correction of known errors (for example, the lag in the gallery).
How to update step by step
The usual jump is from Android 2.3.6 (Gingerbread) a Android 4.0.4 (ICS). After installation, the software may be identified as 6.7.2-180_SPU-19-TA-11.2 y It is not reversible to 2.3.
- If you receive the OTA notification: Tap 'Download' > 'Install Now'. The phone will will restart automatically.
- If you don't receive a notification: go to 'Settings' > 'About phone' > 'System updates' > 'Download' and then 'Install'.
Tips: Load above the 50%, makes Backup of your data and make sure you have enough free space before starting the process.
For those who depend on operator validation, it is advisable check periodically in the settings or, if available, use the Motorola PC update utility.
With this update, the Motorola RAZR y RAZR MAXX They gain in usability, security and performance, and align with the experience ICS more polished without sacrificing Motorola's contributions. If you've already received the OTA, tell us about your experience.
