Widgets, Shortcuts, App tray, Search | Motorola DROID X manual

Note: Your home screen might look a little different.

You can flick the home screen left and right to see more panels, seven in all. You’ll have plenty of room for adding shortcuts, widgets, and more.

Widgets

A widget is small app on the home screen that typically displays information such as weather, news, and social networking updates. You can add a widget, such as a clock, music player, or a calendar that shows upcoming appointments. To open a widget, touch it.

To add a widget, touch an empty spot on the home screen. (You can also press Menu > Add

>Widgets.) If your home screen is full, you won’t see the add option. You’ll need to move or delete widgets or shortcuts to make room.

You can change a widget’s size. Just touch and hold the widget, then drag one of the corners to make it the size you want.

Note: If you install apps from Android Market that have widgets, touch and hold the home screen, then select a widget to add to the home screen.

Shortcuts

To add shortcuts to the home screen, open the App tray, then touch and hold the shortcut you want. It will

be added to the home screen. Or, press Menu

>Add > Shortcuts.

App tray

Quick start: App tray
The App tray shows you
all of your applications.			Text Mess Browser Market Voicemail
To open it from the home
screen, touch Launcher
icon . To close it,
press Home		or
Back	.

Recent apps

Press and hold Home to see the last few apps you used, then touch the app you want. Press Home to return to the home screen.

Search

Search by voice, or type your query, to find anything on the web. To begin your search, press Search .

Search by entering text from the touch keypad.

Quick Search Box

Search by voice.

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DROID X specifications

The Motorola DROID X, launched in July 2010, quickly became a notable player in the smartphone market, particularly for those seeking a powerful device with robust features. This flagship device was marketed primarily on the Verizon Wireless network and boasted advanced technology that appealed to both tech enthusiasts and casual users alike.

At first glance, the DROID X captured attention with its impressive 4.3-inch TFT display, featuring a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels. This large screen made it ideal for media consumption, browsing the web, and playing games. The device was designed with a sleek and sturdy body, offering both aesthetics and durability, which enhanced its appeal.

Under the hood, the DROID X was equipped with a 1 GHz Texas Instruments OMAP3630 processor, providing users with smooth multitasking capabilities and fast application performance. This processing power was complemented by 512 MB of RAM, allowing users to run multiple applications simultaneously without significant lag.

One of the hallmark features of the DROID X was its 8-megapixel rear camera, which included capabilities such as autofocus, LED flash, and 720p video recording. This camera enabled users to capture high-quality images and videos, setting a standard for mobile photography at its release. Additionally, the device also had a front-facing camera, allowing for video calls and self-portraits.

The DROID X ran on Android 2.2 Froyo at launch, offering access to the vast array of applications available through the Android Market. It featured a customized user interface and included enhancements such as voice commands, which made navigation and control more intuitive. Over time, software updates allowed users to upgrade to newer versions of Android, enhancing functionality and security.

Connectivity was another strong point for the DROID X, as it supported 3G and Wi-Fi, providing users with flexibility in how they accessed the internet. Bluetooth capabilities also allowed for hands-free calling and data transfer.

Among the other key features of the DROID X were its substantial storage options. The device came with 8 GB of internal memory, expandable via a microSD card slot that supported cards of up to 32 GB. Battery life was also impressive, with a 1540 mAh battery offering users a full day of use on a single charge.

In summary, the Motorola DROID X stood out in the smartphone landscape of its time with a blend of impressive hardware, user-friendly software, and compelling features, making it a favorite among many users. Its combination of a powerful camera, large display, and strong performance solidified its reputation as one of the iconic devices in early Android history.