Release Notes - DROID Maxx - Android 4.4, KitKat®
INTRODUCTION
We are excited to announce a new software update for the DROID Maxx by Motorola. With this upgrade you get the latest version of the Android OS (Android™ 4.4, KitKat®,) as well as new features, enhancements and bug fixes for your DROID. For more information on Motorola updates and repairs, visit us at www.motorola.com/mydroidmaxx.
NOTE: You cannot downgrade to a previous software version after installing this update.
ENHANCEMENTS
| Android™ 4.4, KitKat® | Android 4.4, KitKat, is the latest release of the Android platform. KitKat includes enhancements such as restyled navigation bars, a new full-screen mode, color emoji support, improved closed captioning support, stronger security, smarter power use, and more tools and capabilities for better app development. |
| Camera - Image quality | Enhanced image quality including better color, exposure and dynamic range accuracy, and improved noise reduction (especially in low light situations) |
| Camera - Focus and exposure | Enhanced the "touch to focus" option with a new circular, on screen control that can be dragged by your finger around the viewfinder to adjust a photo's focus and exposure. |
| Gallery - Photo editing | Added new photo editing options to the Gallery app including new filter effects, draw on your photos, advanced cropping, and adjustments to color, exposure, contrast and more. |
| Hangouts -SMS/MMS support | Incorporated a new version of Google Hangouts that supports integrated SMS/MMS messaging. Hangouts can be set as the default SMS app under Settings > Wireless > Default SMS app. |
| Accessory support | Added support for Square credit card reader |
INSTRUCTIONS
For a successful installation, we recommend installing this update when the battery in your phone is at least 50% charged (and although not necessary, it's recommended that you connect to a Wi-Fi network.)
If you have received a notification message for this update:
- The software will download automatically. When the download is complete, select "Install now"
- After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.
- Your phone is now updated with 19.5.3.obake-maxx_verizon.Verizon.en.US.
If you have not received a notification message for this update, follow the steps below to manually update your phone:
- Select the Settings icon in the apps menu
- Select "About phone".
- Select "System updates".
- The software will download automatically. When the download is complete, select "Install now"
- After the software is installed, your phone will re-start automatically.
- Your phone is now updated to 19.5.3.obake-maxx_verizon.Verizon.en.US.
Additional Information
There is no charge for this software upgrade over carrier network. If you have difficulty with this upgrade, visit us at www.motorola.com/mydroidmaxx.
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