Motorola DROID BIONIC 4G Android Phone (Verizon Wireless)

 

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Product Description

Packing a dual-core processor with each core running at 1 GHz, the sleekly designed Motorola DROID BIONIC smartphone with 4G LTE for Verizon Wireless delivers a mobile Internet experience that's up to 10 times faster than 3G. And with Motorola's innovative webtop application, you can connect to an external monitor via optional adapters or docks (including a laptop dock) to play music and videos on the big screen as well as enjoy full Firefox multi-tab browsing

The 4G-enabled Motorola DROID BIONIC (see larger image).

Motorola DROID BIONIC At a Glance: 4G connectivity Android 2.3 (Gingerbread) 1 GHz dual-core processor 4.3-inch high-res qHD multi-touch display 16 GB memory + 16 GB microSD card GPS navigation Wireless-N Wi-Fi (with Mobile Hotspot) Stereo Bluetooth Corporate and personal e-mail

The Verizon Wireless 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network provides speeds up to 10 times faster than Verizon Wireless' 3G network. With 4G LTE, you'll enjoy simultaneous voice and data capabilities, allowing you to check e-mail, browse the web, download an app, and check directions on Google Maps while on a call. Verizon Wireless' 4G LTE Mobile Broadband network currently reaches one-third of all Americans, with plans to expand the network to the company's entire 3G coverage area over the next three years (learn more about 4G below).

In addition to high-speed 4G connectivity, you can also share the built-in Mobile Hotspot via Wi-Fi among up to five devices--laptop, another phone, MP3 player, and more (additional service charge).

Running the Android 2.3 Gingerbread OS (learn more below), it's powered by a 1 GHz dual-core processor and includes 1 GB of powerful PC-grade RAM, empowering you to browse, download, and multitask all at maximum speeds.

The DROID BIONIC features a brilliant 4.3-inch qHD display, which offers a rich 24-bit color depth and a 960 x 540-pixel resolution for extremely sharp images. And the screen is made of scratch-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass with a glare-reducing coating. With the device's front-facing VGA camera and See What I See video feature, you can share experiences--either via Wi-Fi or 4G--with family, friends and co-workers. A rear-facing 8-megapixel camera also allows you to capture stunning still photos and full HD 1080p videos while on the go.
With 16 GB of onboard storage and an included 16 GB microSD card, you'll be able to keep loads of photos and videos directly on the device--and you can use optional microSD memory cards up to 32 GB for even more storage potential. Other features include GPS for navigation and location-based services, Bluetooth for hands-free devices and stereo music streaming, and up to 10.8 hours of talk time.

PC Power from Your Smartphone

Create, edit, and interact with all your documents, media, and content using Motorola's webtop application when connected to one of three optional docks. The DROID BIONIC can be used to browse your favorite web sites with a full Firefox desktop browser, view social networking sites, and use HTML5 web-based applications and supported cloud computing services while running your Android applications in a window. And calls and text messages continue uninterrupted even if the DROID BIONIC is removed from the dock.
You can choose from the Webtop Adapter (most affordable, and best for light webtop use), the HD Station dock (good for webtop use plus multimedia playback), or the Lapdock--which provides an all-in-one webtop solution with built-in monitor, keyboard, and trackpad.

The optional Motorola HD Station dock enables you connect to a big screen (via HDMI port) as well as plug in peripherals such as a keyboard or a mouse via its USB ports for a PC-like experience while using the webtop application.

The Motorola Lapdock has an incredibly thin design with an 11.6-inch screen, full keyboard, and trackpad--plus a battery that delivers up to 8 hours of power. Simply dock your DROID BIONIC into the back of the Lapdock to turn it into an active, connected machine that's lighter and smaller than most laptops on the market.

BIONIC at Play

The DROID BIONIC's multiplayer gaming capabilities allow you to challenge friends to live peer-to-peer gaming, viewed through the device's 4.3-inch qHD quality screen that delivers console-quality graphics. The integrated HDMI connectivity also enables you to connect the device to your HDTV (or HDMI-compatible monitor) to experience your games, as well as purchased HD content in full 1080p (HDMI cable sold separately).
For multitaskers, the DROID BIONIC's Mirror Mode function enables simultaneous streaming of video to the TV and on the device. You can also wirelessly stream video and audio to compatible DLNA devices.

BIONIC at Work

As a fully featured work device, the DROID BIONIC comes equipped with corporate e-mail, remote wipe and data security, and encryption capabilities that IT departments appreciate. It also features productivity tools such as Quickoffice for document review and editing, full calendar management, one-click access to conference calling, and a full suite of Google applications and services.

Vital Statistics

The Motorola DROID BIONIC weighs 5.6 ounces and measures 2.6 x 5 x 0.4 inches. Its 1735 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 10.8 hours of talk time, and up to 200 hours (8.3 days) of standby time. It runs on the Verizon Wireless 4G LTE network, as well as EV-DO, Rev A 3G and CDMA 800/1900 frequencies where 4G LTE is not available.
What's in the Box
Motorola DROID BIONIC handset, rechargeable battery, wall/USB charger, USB cable, 16 GB microSD card, quick start guide

Droid Bionic - Nice phone - maybe couple of months too late

Droid Bionic - Nice phone - maybe couple of months too late September 8, 2011

Reviewer:  Mayank  (CA, US) -

Motorola Droid Bionic is a nice phone with plenty of horse power.

Screen

The screen quality is pretty good but looking closer you might see little pixelation and have no match to the Super AMOLED Plus found on the Galaxy 2 devices.

Processor

The dual core 1GHZ OMAP processor is really fast, the phone is very fast and shows no obvious signs of lag and slowing down.

Battery Life

Droid Bionic got a big battery (1750mH), which is the largest on any of the verizon LTE phones, but if you are an power user you might find yourself looking for the charger around 4 O'clock.

Camera

The camera quality is not the best in the market, if you own a droid x or x2 then you might know what i am talking about.

Overall

Droid Bionic is a phone what Droid X2 should have, the months of delay, the total design overhaul; still droid bionic is not the phone we wanted it to be. I think there is better competition out there and droid bionic might not be market leader for long time. if you are waiting on bionic for months and can live with the fact that bionic will not be something you can proud of for months to come then go ahead and buy it.

Best phone out with Gorilla glass

Best phone out with Gorilla glass September 8, 2011

Reviewer:  superfreakster 

For those of us who dont work behind a desk all day, in other words not afraid to get dirty, dont even bother talking to me about a phone that doesnt have gorilla glass. Having said that. This phone better whoop the pants off the joke that was the droid x2. to be continued....

Headphone Whine a dealbreaker

Headphone Whine a dealbreaker September 12, 2011

Reviewer:  nyy3321 

I've been holding out for a new phone all year and i finally dropped the loot for the bionic. Everything rocks, but if u need this phone to be ur portable music and video player look somewhere else. I believe there is a problem with how they shielded the wiring but there is a horribly annoying and loud high pitched whine whenever the sound is pumped through the headphone jack. It does not happen with the onboard speakers. I looked thru online forums and most everyone has this problem, they either are old and deaf and cannot hear the high pitched whine or they just havent bothered trying out their headphones...yet. If u want more info, try searching "Bionic Whine" and u'll see. I really liked the phone but with this blaring problem im afraid im gonna have to return the thing, a real shame too.

One Word: AMAZING

One Word: AMAZING September 14, 2011

Reviewer:  O. Carter "O.C."  (USA) -

I got this phone the first day and am still blown away by the experience. I went from Droid X and I couldn't have made a better choice. The speed is fantastic... this is my first 4g phone and I am in love with it.

Could this be the Droid you've been looking for?

Could this be the Droid you've been looking for? September 11, 2011

Reviewer:  A. Dent "Aragorn"  (Minas Anor, GD) -

Well... it's not for me :) but for my kid it is 'the One' and at the time I'm writing this it does seem to be the best smart phone in existence. But, again, this is for one of my kids (reward for good grades) and he just loves it.

To make it short and sweet, this is what he/we like about it:

+ Big, super-crisp display. It's not the only Moto phone this big but I don't think you can get much bigger and still call it a 'phone'.
+ Great processing power. Didn't notice any slow downs. Actually you CAN talk on the phone AND watch a video or surf the Web at the same time.
+ 1080p video. Being able to shoot true HD, now THAT's entertainment. Finally it's time to relegate our beloved Mino HD (recently orphaned by Cisco) to secondary video taking device.
+ True HD output through HDMI cable (see above)
+ Lots of memory. 1GB or internal RAM, helps with multitasking, 16GB built-in storage, up to 32GB can be added through SD card.
+ Oh... I forgot, 4G, of course. Faster loading when surfing, streaming. Just downloaded Netflix 1.3 and it's quite decent.
+ Good quality built-in speakers.
+ Best platform for Gingerbread. Runs everything effortlessly, cleanly and flawlessly. Looking forward for the sure to come Ice Cream Sandwich upgrade.
+ Virtual keyboard not so bad.
+ Verizon bloatware not as annoying as we feared.

Seriously, we can keep calling these 'things' phones for lack of a better word but the Bionic is the least phone of all smart phones currently in existence. Sure, you can make and receive calls but... it's really secondary. I found that I'm spending more 'phone' time on Google voice on my desktop and my kid on Skype than on an actual 'phone'. But that's a different story.

The 'not so good' things are all minor. Well mostly minor.

- Price. Considering the 2-year contract is quite steep.
- Physical footprint. Not the thinnest, can't fit all pockets easily, there's a bulge at the camera but I can live with that in exchange for great HD video.

I've read some complaints on 'battery life'. In our case battery life got actually better after the first couple of charging cycles. My kid is telling me that one nightly charge is all he needs at this time unless he's streaming movies for hours.

For anyone who can afford it and doesn't mind 'Verizon', the Bionic is the best there is.

Incredible Phone

Incredible Phone September 14, 2011

Reviewer:  Raven Daegmorgan "the GreyOrm"  (Northern Minnesota) -

While I vaguely wish it had the Droid 3's keypad, I am highly impressed with the speed and responsiveness of the Bionic, especially in comparison to my previous phone (the original Droid).

The camera in particular doesn't suffer from the same lag as that I found on the original Droid, and I have yet to notice any pausing or stuttering in processor-intensive apps (Angry Birds had issues for me on the original Droid, but has none with the Bionic). Apps open and close in a snap, and so on.

Screen and graphics quality is clear, even if it isn't equal to the iPod, it's quite close! I have not yet been able to test the HDMI port to stream or view media on my HD-tv from the phone, so no comments on that aspect.

It's also surprisingly light and I'm quite happy with the weight, though I keep feeling as though it is fragile because of this. I suspect this is mainly due the difference between the heft of my old Droid and the lightness of this one, and not any actual issues of durability.

The only particular complaint I have is the old "bloatware" issue: you can't uninstall the preloaded apps you will never actually use (the NFL app--not being a sports guy, seeing the little icon in my drawer and being unable to remove it annoys me--the Citrix app, the VZ apps, and a few others). Yes, there are ways around this, so while it is an annoyance, it's a minor annoyance.

Overall, I am highly impressed and quite happy with it!