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Motorola Lapdock on sale today only – just $79 for DROID Bionic

By Cory Gunther
on 30 Mar, 2012

Who wants to turn their Android-powered smartphone into a little netbook for the ultimate multimedia experience? While the thought of Motorola's Lapdock hasn't taken off in the market like they expected, it is an awesome add-on for anyone looking for additional options. Today 1SaleADay has the DROID Bionic specific lapdock on sale for just $79.99 -- a pretty great deal if you ask me.

Android 5.0 Jelly Bean could include WebTop-style desktop mode

By Michael Crider
on 20 Feb, 2012

And now, let us commence months of speculation on Android 5.0! Just a week after suppliers claimed that Android 5.0 "Jelly Bean" (which, by the way, has not been confirmed as a code name) would be popping up this summer, Russian blogger Eldar Murtazin claims that Google will be including a dockable desktop mode in the next version of Android. That's not too far from a reality right now - most Android phones can output their video via HDMI in some form, and Motorola's high-end phones can connect to LapDocks to use the packaged WebTop OS. But instead of a completely different OS, Android would simply adjust its user interface for desktop mode.

Motorola: more Lapdock-style devices coming in 2012

By Michael Crider
on 30 Dec, 2011

While we and just about everybody else was floored at the potential of Motorola's Lapdock when it was introduced with the Atrix 4G, the reality of its utility has proven somewhat underwhelming. Even when the Atrix 2 brought us a semi-universal model in the Lapdock 100, the laptop/smartphone combination still felt a little cuimbersome, and hard to justify given the extra cost it requires. It appears that Motorola isn't discouraged, however: in an interview with AllThingsD, executive Christy Wyatt said the company plans more multi-screen intiatives in the coming year.

LightPad: a pico projector for Android with big ideas

By Michael Crider
on 19 Dec, 2011

As neat an idea as they seemed, Motorola's various Lapdocks haven't amounted to much. The principle's is sound, but if you're going to carry around an accessory that's as big as a laptop, as heavy as a laptop, and almost as expensive as a laptop, why not just carry a real freaking laptop? Startup company QP Optoelectronics intends to change the equation, by giving you an 11" screen, full keyboard AND up to a 60" projector, all in a package about the size of a few magazines.They're calling their flagship product the LightPad.

Motorola Atrix lapdock now just $50 from AT&T

By Cory Gunther
on 5 Dec, 2011

First shown off back at last years CES many were extremely excited about the Motorola Atrix and its lapdock accessory, and with good reason. While the price eventually was quite expensive and the device didn't ship probably as much as many had hoped today we have good news. The AT&T Motorola Atrix Lapdock accessory can now be yours for just $50 dollars, down from current retail price of $299 -- more details below.

Motorola Lapdock 500 clears the FCC, spotted with the DROID RAZR

By Cory Gunther
on 10 Nov, 2011

We've seen plenty about Motorola's Lapdock offerings but until the recently released Lapdock 100 they were proprietary and only worked with a single device. The new Lapdock 100 and 500 will be universal and will work across all future top end Android devices from Motorola. We showed you a little about the Lapdock 100 during our Atrix 2 review but today its bigger brother the 500 has cleared the FCC and is on its way to store shelves soon.

Motorola ATRIX 2 Review [Video]

By Michael Crider
on 31 Oct, 2011

Motorola's ATRIX 2 is a modest update to one of the most exciting smartphones to hit AT&T's network this year. It seems a little soon for the ATRIX to get a sequel, especially since the original is still available - at the same $99 price point, no less. Does some slightly updated hardware and a larger screen add up to a more compelling purchase? Let's find out.

Motorola DROID RAZR accessories: Lapdocks, keyboards and more [Updated]

By Michael Crider
on 18 Oct, 2011

Motorola unveiled a host of accessories along with its new flagship phone today, at least a few of which should work with other devices. The DROID RAZR is getting the star treatment with a standard assortment of desktop and vehicle docks, plus a few extra goodies that we haven't seen yet. Probably the most interesting among them is the new Lapdock 500.