They May Have Missed Q2, but Motorola Has Updated Their Android 2.1 Timeline: Cliq and Cliq XT
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Either Motorola is really close to getting the anticipated Android 2.1 update out to the CLIQ and CLIQ XT, or they have just given up on naming a timeframe to avoid the metaphorical tomatoes and other assorted fruits and vegetables owners of those devices have been stockpiling to fling in their direction come the end of this month. Take it how you will but Moto just updated their Android 2.1 timeline listing the status for the CLIQ family of devices as “testing in process.”
This should mean that they have compiled a build they are happy with and just need to get the final quality checks out of the way before delivering it just slightly later than the promised Q2, right? Here’s hoping…or not. Word from Motorola:
For those asking for an update regarding a software upgrade on CLIQ in the U.S., we’ve made a decision to take more time on the release to optimize the experience in some key areas. We will continue to work to deliver it as soon as possible and apologize that we have been unable to provide an upgrade to these users in Q2 as planned.
We are working hard to provide an upgrade to Android 2.1 as soon as we can. Our consumers
You can only delay something for so log before people start to ignore the excuses. Moto has to start concentrating on retention as apposed to just gaining new customers. At this rate they will burn a lot of bridges including my self.
I like my Cliq but am tired of empty promises. To me it reflects poorly on Motorola and they should be embarrassed that they have let so many people down who purchased one of their first Android phones.
I knew that… they had plenty of time to work with it and/or keep us inform, not to leave for the end of Q2 to apologizes… that’s ridiculous… Moto, I’m really tired about you… all the goodies from moto are in verizon…. whatever… i knew that!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’ve been very patient with Motorola throughout the year but my patience is being tested at this point. Now don’t get me wrong I really love my Tmobile Motorola Cliq but the only thing that gets me is having 1.5 and missing on awesome apps in the Android market! Kinda frustrating when my friends suggest an app or online reviews show a great app I could use then you proceed to hit up the market and BAM! DENIED!! You find out that the app is not available unless you have Android 1.6 or higher..UUUUUH!! It’s starting to become a “disservice” to Tmobile customers in general. I want the most value possible out of my phone & what it’s capable of. But if i’m being denied over a simple upgrade that’s just an EPIC FAIL for Tmobile & Motorola. Quality checks I understand are necessary and welcomed but there has been more than enough time since 2.1 has been debuted out to developers and companies alike. For Gods sake 2.2 is already out and thriving. Get with it Motorola! Make the end user of your products happy & appreciated for.
It really sucks that the one of the first moto droids are the last to be updated… I’m glad they are getting it out to us but am pissed at how long they’re taking! Its like a failing kid doing his homework at the last minute! Moto dropped the ball on this one, I won’t buy their crap again…!
Too little too late…Samsung Epic 4G on release day for me…No more Motorola phones in my future…And no I am not worried about getting future updates on my SGS when it is available in over 100 countries and on all 4 U.S.carriers so I don’t want to hear hear anything from Behold II owners trying to sway me….. At least you have 1.6 ! ! ! ….I’m still sitting on 1.5 in the dark ages of Android for the past 8 months…2.1 will be a welcome change till I get my Epic though so I will welcome up with open arms.
@yao.
give you 75 bucks for your obsolete phone, no questions asked.
They wait to the last moment to say something that sucks
Wow. I wish I could say I was surprised.
Verizon it is.
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