DROID XYBOARD 8.2 and DROID XYBOARD 10.1 Taste Software Updates

Motorola and Verizon Wireless are gearing up for the release of a new software update for the DROID XYBOARD 8.2 and DROID XYBOARD 10.1 tablet PCs on the carrier’s network. 

The new software will arrive as version 1.6.0M_279-MZ609 on the DROID XYBOARD 8.2 and will be pushed as version 1.6.0M_279-MZ617 on the larger DROID XYBOARD 10.1. 

The new software update is meant to bring along a nice range of enhancements on the two devices, including support for global GSM networks, a nice addition to their set of features, that’s for sure. 

Following the installation of this new software update, DROID XYBOARD owners will be able to enjoy data connectivity on their devices in 25 countries around the world.

At the same time, they will get a series of other improvements related to the way in which their devices handle WiFi and broadband connections (3G and 4G included). 

The full release notes for the new software update include:

Device Features

• Enhanced browser performance to improve scrolling.
• Improved Touch Response (“Improved Touch Response that includes Stylus enhancements” in the case of DROID XYBOARD 10.1)
• Maintain data connection when switching between Wi-Fi and the Verizon 3G and 4G LTE networks.
• Successfully connect to 4G LTE network and see the 4G LTE indicator.
• The Daily application now comes preloaded.
• Device is now capable of GSM Global Roaming:

• Visit verizonwireless.com/global for more information and to find a Global Data feature that fits your travel needs.
• By adding a Global Data feature, this software update enables you to use your tablet in more than 25 countries, such as Canada and Mexico (CDMA only).
• Additional GSM Global roaming capabilities will be enabled by an automatic over-the-air update within two weeks of activation. You will be notified via email once this update has been sent.

Email & Messaging

Successfully open links in email messages without device needing to reboot.

Accessories

Keyboard function supported in docking station.

You can learn more on the new software update for the two devices on the wireless carrier’s support pages for DROID XYBOARD 8.2 and DROID XYBOARD 10.1, respectively. Details instructions on how to perform the update can be found there as well.

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