Android 2.1 Eclair firmware update for Motorola Backflip available for download

A new firmware upgrade has been released for AT&T-Motorola BACKFLIP users who are currently using Android 1.5 (Cupcake) software versions. The 3.0.1390 upgrade for Motorola BACKFLIP provides new features from Android 2.1 (Eclair) and the latest version of MOTOBLUR.

Highlights of the Android 2.1 Eclair firmware update for Motorola Backflip
+ More Google apps – Google Speech-to-Text, Google Maps Navigation (BETA), Google Voice Search and others have been added to make your BACKFLIP device even more functional
+ Android Market - Updated Market app and access to a larger range of apps, specifically designed for devices using Android 2.0 or later
+ More home screen panels – 7 customizable home screen panels so you have more room for your shortcuts and widgets
+ New and enhanced widgets – Customizable filters, ability to resize widgets, plus new widgets like Contact Quick Tasks and Sticky Note
+ Corporate email access – Corporate email can now be pushed immediately to your phone
+ Improved Media Gallery - Media Gallery has been enhanced for better interaction with your media

Requirements needed to ensure a successful upgrade.
+ A fully charged MOTOROLA Backflip with MOTOBLUR with an active SIM card.
+ A microSD card installed in your phone with approximately 100 MB of free space.
+ Internal phone storage space approximately 40MB free.
+ On any of the latest versions of MOTOROLA Backflip Android 1.5 (Cupcake) software to proceed with the upgrade.
+ Turn the phone off then on.

You can download Android 2.1 Eclair firmware update for Motorola Backflip and read more information from Motorola's website. As usual, it is suggested that you backup all your data before upgrading.