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Even more leaked images of the Motorola Droid Bionic Targa

Even more leaked images of the Motorola Droid Bionic Targa

Posted: 06 Jun 2011, 17:38, by FAUguy

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Even more leaked images of the Motorola Droid Bionic Targa

It's been a while since we've heard anything about the Motorola Droid Bionic, since we learned that the original Etna model that was shown at CES was canceled and that the newer Targa model would be taking its place.

The first images that we saw of the Targa showed that it would be a more sophisticated and elegant version, and would come with a dual-core processor, 4.3" qHD display, and what looked to be a 13MP camera on the rear.

Earlier today a handful of images were leaked, but now the floodgates have opened.

The device is now said to come with a larger 4.5" qHD screen (up from 4.3") and will run on Android 2.3.4 Gingerbread. There will also be a new version of BLUR with a 3D look to it, but still only 5 home screens.

*UPDATED June 8*
We've heard from sources that the screen size will most likely be 4.3" (not 4.5"), as it's hard to tell from the pictures alone.

source: PhoneHK

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posted on 06 Jun 2011, 17:20

1. remixfa (Posts: 14604; Member since: 19 Dec 2008)

PA, you do realize you posted this exact same article earlier today as "new pictures of the Bionic" ... lol :)

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:53 3

11. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)

this is like an update and it has some juicy new pictures.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 17:54 3

3. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

wow 4.5 inch display very nice.

Looks like the rumors are true. 4.5 is the new standard for large displays.

posted on 18 Jun 2011, 09:17

68. MpowerSkills (Posts: 46; Member since: 19 Feb 2011)

4.5" would just be to big. I think 4.3" might be a touch to big too, depending on the bezel size.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 17:57 4

4. skymitch89 (Posts: 1361; Member since: 05 Nov 2010)

I think that it's more like a 4.7-5in screen considering it looks like this device is next to the Atrix.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:54 3

12. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)

that's not the Atrix, it's the 3.7" Defy.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:56 3

14. nb2six (Posts: 298; Member since: 27 Apr 2011)

great catch!! I just realized it myself

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 17:57 4

5. iami (unregistered)

You must not have read the article buddy lol. This one is called even more images lol. so yeah duh they know they did. This one is with more information and more informative and answered my wish from before. I said i would like it to have a bigger screen and looks like its gettin the 4.5 my question now is what do they mean with a 3d look to it. Is that there cheap way out of givin us a 3d phone on vzw lol.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:11 6

6. nb2six (Posts: 298; Member since: 27 Apr 2011)

just couldn't leave it at 4.3 could they...I'm a little disappointed now. yes a big screen is nice but hell i don't feel like walking around with a mini tablet in my pocket

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:31 4

7. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

It's not like there isnt enough phones with 4.3 inch displays out there.

Samsung Hercules and the HTC Holiday are all rumored to have 4.5 inch displays with dual core processors so it's only expected Motorola should have competition for them.

I am really glad they canned the original droid bionic. This thing is a beast, I was thinking of getting the Samsung Infuse, but if Samsung does not release a 4.5 inch dual core phone soon, I will be picking this bad boy up.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:44 4

8. nb2six (Posts: 298; Member since: 27 Apr 2011)

I do see where you're coming from and it does make sense that they went this way. As long as they keep the thickness down I think it'll be a win. Hoping the lte radio doesn't add too much bulk. the reason why the infuse fits so nice in the hand is because it's so thin.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:01

15. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

I agree, judging by the LTE phones of Verizon I fear it won't be razor thin. I mean even the Samsung Droid Charge is a pretty thick device.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:55 1

13. mr. droid (Posts: 278; Member since: 21 Aug 2010)

I have to agree with you. I always use a case on my belt, and also have my phones in a high gloss TPU style cover with a screen protector, and the case i need on my belt at this point for like the charge, thunderbolt and revolution is one that is used for a GPS unit. they really are getting far too big. making me want an iPhone!

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:48

9. LuisE24 (Posts: 11; Member since: 03 Aug 2010)

Men, it got bigger 8 "..." D.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 18:52 4

10. Sniggly (Posts: 7305; Member since: 05 Dec 2009)

I'm taking it. I'm getting that phone. I mean, fucking hell, that is some kickass hardware right there.

GIMME.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:03

16. TD21 (unregistered)

Does anyone know why the Defy has a different lockscreen from the usual? Or is it an app or something?

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:06 3

17. TheDude888 (unregistered)

I think the phone next to the Bionic is actually the T-Mobile Motorola Defy with 3.7 inch screen. It looks too small to be the Atrix.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:50 1

18. Fićo (unregistered)

Hi,

I know this could possibly yield a lot of angry/rude replies to what I'm going to ask but just out of blind curiosity, could this maybe be the Motorola Photon 4G that's supposed to be announced by Sprint on Saturday?

It looks pretty obvious that that is a droid branded device but I was just curious

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 20:07 3

23. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

You are aware that it is a Droid branded device. That should have answered your question by itself.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:50

19. doubler86 (Posts: 320; Member since: 26 Jan 2011)

How lame, I think 4.5 is too big, The difference between 4.3 and 4.5 is really noticeable. I think I'd rather get the Samsung S II if i have to wait towards the end of the summer for the top phone.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 20:04

22. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

Have you ever used the Samsung Infuse? The display is gorgeous and plenty of room to watch youtube and browse the web. Yet the phone itself is nearly the SAME height as the Motorola Droid X which is 4.3. It's just the Infuse doesnt have as much wasted space and is wider.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 21:07 2

25. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)

the phone itself is probably not that much bigger, the screen probably just uses more real estate and as for the Galaxy S II it probably won't have LTE where as this will have a Dual-Core and LTE. win-win.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 21:41 3

27. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

Yea I used the Samsung Infuse for a few days before returning it. I would have kept it but I am locked into a contract with Verizon currently.

Anyway, I compared the phone side by side with my Droid X. It is literally the same height, just the screen itself is larger and wider.

People automatically freak out and assume whenever they hear 4.3, 4.5 that the phone is going to be WAY too big.
I mean The Thunderbolt is only a little taller than the iphone yet the screen is nearly an inch larger.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:51 2

20. kingjr243 (Posts: 31; Member since: 06 Jun 2011)

I'm going to get this first day

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 19:53

21. Fićo (unregistered)

wait never mind, I just saw the picture that clearly says "verizon" and "DROID Bionic." Ignore my original post

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 20:46 2

24. luis_lopez_351 (Posts: 951; Member since: 18 Nov 2010)

Ugh WTF Ugly ass bag phone. what makes it worse, it will have the kiddish motoblur enhanced with 3D effects, thats just wrong.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 21:08 2

26. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)

you're just RIDICULOUS luis. xD

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 22:20

29. smalltank (Posts: 19; Member since: 26 May 2011)

wow!..good thing I got 2 LG Revo's on unlimited data..who the hell needs 4.5" when 4.3" is just as good..then again..crapsung will come up with a copy of this..lol

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 22:25 2

31. Thump3rDX17 (Posts: 2160; Member since: 10 May 2010)

if it's "just as good" why is it a good thing you got two Revolutions?
actually "crapsung" as you called em was the first to use a 4.5" screen on an Android Phone.

posted on 06 Jun 2011, 22:34

32. RORYREVOLUTION (Posts: 3117; Member since: 12 Jan 2010)

Smalltank, I guess you didn't read my previous posts on here. The Samsung Infuse 4G on AT&T that came out in May has a 4.5 Super Amoled Plus display. It's currently one of the thinnest and has the largest screen on a smartphone in the US. NOT counting the Dell Streak because it's technically a tablet.