Just got a Droid for Christmas...

[MikeFL25]

I have had my reliable LG Verizon phone for 4 years, and this morning I upgraded to a Droid.

So far I love the device. The only thing left for me to do is take it to a Verizon store tomorrow to update my contacts and everything with my old phone.

I have a couple questions though. I'm not sure if this is the correct place, but since I'm posting an intro thread I may as well ask my questions here.

Firstly, is there a speed-dial system? I didn't see any in the manual. Also, does the Droid also allow for a "full profile" for my contacts (picture, phone number, email address, all in one contact)?

So far I only have a few apps (Weather Channel, Weather Bug, Space War). The rest are pre-set apps. What are some good apps that you could recommend in the tools, entertainment, and social networking categories?

One last question: I was told by a friend that the Droid allows for voice-to-text texting. I have used (and loved!) the voice search function. Is there a pre-set way to talk to the Droid, and have it set in a text message, or is that an app? If so, what app is it?

Sorry for the long post, and I hope you can help me out with my questions. Thanks!

 

[rook]

Congrats on getting a Droid! There is plenty more that will make you love the phone!

 

[Sweet Daddy]

I have had my reliable LG Verizon phone for 4 years, and this morning I upgraded to a Droid.

So far I love the device. The only thing left for me to do is take it to a Verizon store tomorrow to update my contacts and everything with my old phone.

I have a couple questions though. I'm not sure if this is the correct place, but since I'm posting an intro thread I may as well ask my questions here.

Firstly, is there a speed-dial system? I didn't see any in the manual. Yes, you can save contacts on your homescreen as direct dial. If you have a lot, just create a folder and name it "speed dial" or something like that. Also, does the Droid also allow for a "full profile" for my contacts (picture, phone number, email address, all in one contact)?Yes it does.

So far I only have a few apps (Weather Channel, Weather Bug, Space War). The rest are pre-set apps. What are some good apps that you could recommend in the tools, entertainment, and social networking categories?Take a look around the market, 20,000+ and counting! :wink:

One last question: I was told by a friend that the Droid allows for voice-to-text texting. I have used (and loved!) the voice search function. Is there a pre-set way to talk to the Droid, and have it set in a text message, or is that an app? If so, what app is it? That app is called Handcent. It's free, and it's a must have, IMO!

Sorry for the long post, and I hope you can help me out with my questions. Thanks!

Welcome aboard! You are in for one heluva ride!

 

[boatman2220]

You can go into contacts, press and hold down on the contacts icon for several seconds. This will bring up a menu. Works this way in several places.