It looks like the guys over at iFixit have been having a lot of fun this week. We have already seen the new insides of the new MacBook Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S 4G, plus the Motorola Atrix 4G, and now they have taken their screwdrivers to the new Motorola Xoom tablet.
Inside the Motorola Xoom
The teardown of the Motorola Xoom reveals a meticulously designed interior, showcasing Motorola’s engineering prowess. The Xoom, which was one of the first tablets to run Android 3.0 Honeycomb, features a dual-core Nvidia Tegra 2 processor, 1GB of DDR2 RAM, and 32GB of internal storage. The device also includes a 10.1-inch display with a resolution of 1280×800 pixels, providing a crisp and clear viewing experience.
One of the most interesting aspects of the teardown is the modular design of the Xoom. The battery, for instance, is relatively easy to replace, which is a significant advantage for users who may need to swap out their battery after extended use. Additionally, the Xoom’s cameras, both front and rear, are also modular, making repairs and replacements more straightforward.
The 4G Upgrade Process
It’s no secret that Motorola/Verizon set up a convoluted procedure to get your Xoom upgraded to full “4G”* speed: spend X hours backing up your data, optionally encrypt and reset your Xoom, ship it to Motorola, and then wait up to 6 business days to get it back. While this procedure still beats a day at the gulag, we’re quite curious why it has to be so convoluted — especially after we snuck a peek inside our unit.
The 4G upgrade process for the Motorola Xoom has been a point of contention for many users. The procedure requires users to back up their data, optionally encrypt and reset their device, and then ship it to Motorola. The entire process can take up to six business days, which is quite inconvenient for users who rely on their tablets for daily tasks.
The teardown reveals that the 4G LTE modem is a separate module that can be added to the device. This modular approach should, in theory, make the upgrade process simpler. However, the requirement to send the device back to Motorola suggests that there may be additional steps involved in the upgrade that are not immediately apparent from the teardown.
You can see lots more photos and find out full details of what was found inside the Motorola Xoom over at iFixit.
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