Google Mobile Software :: Android

Rumors have been circulating for a while now that Google is developing its own Android-based handset. The Wall Street Journal reports that the rumors are confirmed and that Google employees are currently using a prototype of the Google device, which will be dubbed the Nexus One.

2009-12-16T06:14:00.000-08:00

Rumors have been circulating for a while now that Google is developing its own Android-based handset. The Wall Street Journal reports that the rumors are confirmed and that Google employees are currently using a prototype of the Google device, which will be dubbed the Nexus One.

In the last 10 years, we've watched cell phones go from clunky temperamental devices, to smooth touch-screen friends we can't live without. Everything from our communication to our creation, to our entertainment was blown away by the release of the iPhone, and now Google steps up to the plate to put in their two cents.

Of course, Google needs no introduction. They have been on the cutting edge of technology since 1998 and have delivered us the largest reaching search engine on the internet, free mapping of the entire world, and built many web technologies you use daily without even knowing it.

Their new Nexus One "combines innovative hardware from a partner with software that runs on Android to experiment with new mobile features and capabilities."

The software has been developed in-house by Google , leaving everyone waiting to see what this means for mobile technology in the next decade. They have designed virtually the entire software experience behind the phone, from the applications that run on it to the look and feel of each screen.

Of course none of the few thousand Google employees that were given the Nexus One to test are supposed to blog or tweet about the features. But they don't seem to have any trouble broadcasting how awesome it is. One bay area blogger said "Google Nexus One = iPhone + a little extra screen and a scroll wheel. Great touch screen, and Android."

It'll be sold online directly by Google starting in January 2010. But does this mean everything is changing? We will have to see.

About the Author

Jonathan Cates currently operates http://busy-media.com which provides affordable media solutions for print and web projects. Come by for a free quote on any project or to check out the blog for tips on DIY promotions and breaking technology news.

Experience the difference with new Google G1 Android

2009-11-13T07:25:00.001-08:00

Google has launched its much awaited mobile phone, Google G1 android. Built by HTC mobile phones, and designed by Google, the new G1 features full 3G capabilities. The phone works on the T-mobile network. It is powered by Android operating system. The Google G1 Mobile comes at a reasonable cost and a wide variety of attractive deals are available online.

The phone is adorned with all the latest features. It has got a beautiful touch-screen that allows the users to access every function of the phone by simply tapping on the screen. Its user friendly QWERTY keyboard allows you to type messages very easily. You can also use its touch screen keyboard to type your messages and letters. The phone also provides you the facility to browse internet at high speed. It comes with 'one touch Google search' that gives you a whole new browsing experience.

With the Introduction of this fascinating gadget Google has made a big leap in the Android market. You can easily play games; go for social networking, do shopping and much more with the help of this mobile. With the help of its Wi-Fi, you can download movies, songs and other files effortlessly and can use the device for multiple purposes. This phone comes handy with a lot of new applications. Such an application is 'My Fav' that enables you to call five favorite members. With the availability of the 'Notification pane', it's easy to keep track of the missed calls, voice mails and downloads.

About the Author
Browse through the Internet to avail great deals on the latest mobile phones. Mobile Phone Dealz is an online mobile shop that offers attractive Google G1 android deals and offers discounts on all kinds of mobile phones. You can visit our online store to keep yourself updated with the upcoming mobile phones and their technologies, features and prices of latest phones.

The Android Phone with a difference, the HTC Tattoo

2009-11-13T07:23:00.000-08:00

The HTC Tattoo uses the cupcake version of the android operating system which is the latest version of this revolutionary operating system. It is a refined handset with many useful features that make it a handy phone in many ways. It is a compact unit with powerful Qualcomm MSM 7200A 528 MHz processor at its heart which makes it responsive and effective in every way.
The camera provided with the handset is a 3.15 mega pixel camera which offers good quality imagery. The camera works at a resolution of 2048 x 1536 pixels and includes auto focus as part of its package which helps to ensure quality of picture as much as possible. Video recording and playback are a viable alternative that is provided with this handset and is useful as it is now the most common form of taking images.

The display screen is a touch screen which measures 2.8 inches and is a TFT screen. The screen offers excellent colourful imagery due to its ability to display up to 65,000 colours at a pixel size of 240 x 320 pixels. To access the multiple functions contained within the phone, the touch screen uses the competent Sense user interface. An accelerometer sensor is provided which will automatically rotate images without the need of user input.

The HSDPA and Wi-Fi connections provide internet access at speeds of up to 7.2 Mbps. With the additional connections of GPRS, HSCSD, EDGE, Blue tooth and miniUSB, the phone can be connected to multiple devices and conduct numerous tasks. Satellite navigation is provided due to the GPS function which also comes with A-GPS support.

The HTC Tattoo comes with an MP3/MP4 player as its means of providing entertainment. The players will play all major audio and video file types and thanks to its expansive memory of 256 Mb RAM and 512 Mb ROM, provides hours of pleasurable music and video. The phone is surprisingly small considering its wealth of functionality it is 106 mm by 55 mm wide and 14 mm thick. Although compact in size. like the HTC Touch Pro 2 , it is big on features and is a popular handset.

For further information on a comprehensive range of mobile phones visit www.phoneslimited.co.uk
About the Author
The author writes on a variety of subjects

Google Android Mobile Phones

2009-01-12T03:50:00.001-08:00

Google Android sounds like the name of a mobile phone, but it's actually not. The name Google Android is used to refer to the OS of the mobile phone. The market is flooded with with mobile phones these days, and consumers are spoilt for choice. So what makes Google Android so different? And why should anyone start using a totally different OS altogether?

Currently, the better known mobile operating systems in the market are Symbian, Palm, Windows Mobile and more recently, OS X for iPhone. These operating systems are all competing for market share. But the similar aspect of these operating systems is that they are all closed systems. In other words, no one else, but the companies themselves can develop applications for the OS (with the exception of OS X, which we shall discuss later).

Therefore, all mobile phones that are equipped with these operating systems have limited applications that can be installed.

Recognizing the rising trend of the open network, Google is hoping to change all that with Google Android. With the SDK (Software Development Kit) offered by Google, developers can truly innovate and come up with applications that can be installed in Google Android. We have all seen this concept taking the Internet by storm.

For instance, we see the Firefox browser closing the gap with Internet explorer. It's able to catch up quickly because it allows developers to develop useful extensions for the browsers. To date, there are hundreds of extensions for the Firefox browser, and its popularity is still rising. The same goes for social community sites. MySpace used to be the top social community site. But Facebook became popular really fast, and have risen to be on par with MySpace. Again, it happened because Facebook started allowing developers to launch applications on its platform.

The signals are clear. The open concept works, and Google Android is looking to overtake all the other mobile operating systems. The project is now being undertaken by the Open Handset Alliance, which is a group of companies formed by Google, T-Mobile, Sprint, Vodaphone, HTC, Motorola, Samsung, LG, Sony Ericsson and other players in the mobile phone industry.

Eventually, fans can't help but compare Google Android with Apple's OS X. After all, the Apple iPhone is immensely popular, and it also allows developers to develop third party applications for the iPhones, and distribute them through Apple's website. However, the OS X also has a limitation - it can only work with the iPhone. So if you don't like the iPhone (rare, but it happens), you are out of luck.

Google Android looks set to become the leading OS. It's just a matter of time. Already, the Open Handset Alliance is working with mobile phone manufacturers to develop Android mobile phones. So don't be surprised to find mobile phones from major brands such as Samsung, HTC, Motorola, etc. in the near future.

About the Author

For more information on Google Android Mobile Phones, please visit our website.

Anatomy of the Google G1

2008-11-19T15:22:00.000-08:00

The Google G1 is the latest revolution in the cell phone market manufactured by HTC Corporation of Taiwan. T-mobile is the official carrier of Google G1. Presently, Google G1 will be sold for $179 along with a customary 2-year voice and data plan from T-mobile. The most promising feature of Google G1 is its Android operating system. This platform affords extremely flexible download of software and programs from the net.

Distinctive features:

The Google G1 comes with a keyboard subtly hiding behind a sliding touchscreen. Just a tap on the icons is enough to execute any software of choice. The keyboard is a regular one which makes entry of data a breeze. There are six buttons on the handset to serve different purposes. The first and the last buttons enable the user to make/receive and end an active call. There is a trackball button at the centre, the function of which is similar to the regular mouse. The other three buttons are for navigating and displaying the available options on the desktop.

The Google G1 is available in three colors: white, brown and black.

The GPS service makes navigation a cinch in the new Google G1. It is impossible to get lost if one possesses the G1. The Google maps have the precision to pinpoint the exact location searched for. An accelerometer is combined with a digital compass to make navigation easy in Street View mode. The compass can orient the screen according to movement.

The Google G1 has a 3-megapixel camera but it has no provision for video recording. YouTube clips can however be played on G1. Amazon mp3 service is available on the Google G1 to download music of choice. Shop Savvy software is integrated into G1 camera, which can take photographs of bar codes and thus, compare prices of items before purchasing them.

The web browser provided in the Google G1 is Chromlite. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity add spice to the already flexible internet navigation.

Battery life is capable of handling 5 hours of talk time and 130 hours of standby time. The Google G1 has 1GB storage and can support a maximum of 8GB through a microSD slot. SQLite is the database software used for storage.

MMS is another feature available in the Google G1 along with SMS and threaded text messaging.

Comparison with Apple iPhone:

There is much talk about Google G1 eclipsing the Apple iPhone. The G1 is priced about $20 less than the iPhone. It has a physically available QUERTY keyboard against iPhone`s virtual one. Most users are mentally allergic to the use of a virtual keyboard. The presence of an actual keyboard is more enterprising for them. Internet browsing is better developed in a Google G1 too. The 3 mega-pixel camera of Google G1 is also a more intriguing option than the 2 mega-pixel one in an iPhone.

However, Google G1 does not have a sizable expandable memory. iPhone has a memory of 8 - 16GB which is a lot more than the G1. The standby battery life of an iPhone is also considerably better than a G1. Video playback capabilities are missing in a G1 while it is a major attraction in an iPhone.

Conclusion

So the war is on. The results of the speculations will finally arrive after the Google G1 comes into the user`s hands. Reports say that the initial production of Google G1 has already been completely booked over the internet. The concerned authorities are contemplating making more units to meet the heavy demand. Only time will tell whether investment in the Android based Google G1 is a profitable one or not.

About the Author

You can have access to portuguese articles about cell phones from page Cell_Phone Roberto Sedycias works as IT consultant for www.polomercantil.com.br

The Android Phone

2008-11-10T04:32:00.000-08:00

Google and T-Mobile have teamed up to create a new breed of cell phone. The T-Mobile G1 Android is the world's first Android Phone. An "android" is traditionally defined as a robot with human qualities. Perhaps the name "Android" was chosen because of the capabilities of this new phone.

It's known as the T-Mobile G1 Android, the Android Phone, the G1 Phone, or (more informally) the Google Phone.

The G1 Android phone integrates fully with your Google accounts. Here are a few of the features and capabilities of this new cell phone:

* An Android phone allows you to browse the internet just as you would on a normal computer. * The Android allows one to run several applications at the same time, on one phone. You can switch between applications, and you can also be notified when something new occurs on one of those applications. * It allows you to chat and share photos on applications such as Yahoo Messenger, Google Talk, etc. * The Android phone allows you to copy URLs and share them with friends via a chat line, using a simple touch-screen interface.

The following Google applications can be accessed and used directly by the Android Phone:

* Google Maps * YouTube * Gmail * Contacts * Calendar * IM (Instant Message)

All of these Google applications will be available to you with a single logon - and they will be automatically synchronized with the web. What that means is that any change you make in one of your google accounts from your phone will also show up the next time you log on from any other computer.

For example, when you are out and about with your phone and you meet a new contact, you might want to save their contact information. All you do is save it into your Google Contacts on your Android phone. That information will be available to you online, in your Gmail account, and in any other applicable Google account, accessible by any computer in the world.

Any information you save on your phone in this way will appear on your computer as well - and vice-versa.

If you lose or break your phone, your data will still be there waiting for you on your Google account, which you can access from anywhere in the world. And there is no need to worry about your information being stolen, as its password-protected.

Here is another example of the a use of a Google Android phone. Once you have a contact address saved into your Google account, you can easily find that location on a map - using Google Maps, of course. And what's more, you can access street level events in any area where this is available.

This makes it a breeze to get directions to a new location! Simply find your contact on a a map with a couple of clicks, and use a street-level view to find your way if needed!

Another example of the use of the Android phone is the integration of the cell phone with your Google Calendar. Any event you save on your Google Calendar will be available to you on your phone, wherever you are. So you can access your schedule easily, on the go and from anywhere, as long as you have your phone with you.

No more schedule books! And you can probably say goodbye to those tiny notebooks and pads of paper you carry around to save your information.

What's more, once you save information on your Google Android phone, there's no need to transfer it over after you get home. Its all there, safely stored on your Google account, for ready access whenever you need it.

About the Author

Learn more about the Android Phone at Anna's website, T-Mobile G1 Android Phone.

T-Mobile G1 Google Android Phone in Review

2008-10-28T01:03:00.000-07:00

Google has a new phone called the G1 by T-Mobile, this phone uses an mobile device platform called Android, which is an operating system software platform based on linex kernal for mobile devices. The G1 operates on an open standard or open format with a mobile operating system which makes this smart phone in demand along with its competitor the Apple iphone and Research in Motion.

Google Phone Cost, T-Mobile Voice Plans & Messaging The phone costs $179 with a two-year T-Mobile voice plan. Data plans are reasonably priced at $25 to $35 a month, depending on if you choose 400 messages or unlimited messaging. Available forms of messaging include:

SMS - is a communications protocol allowing the interchange of short text messages between mobile telephone devices MMS -is a cellular telephone standard for sending messages that include multimedia objects (images, audio, video, rich text) such as photographs and ringtones. XMPP - Extensible Messaging and Presence Protocol for instant messaging, Voip and file transfers. Many will be happy to know that the plans include unlimited web browsing and e-mail, plus access to T-Mobile Wi-Fi HotSpots. Some of the connectivity features are Bluetooth along with the Wi-Fi.

Favorable mentions include the keyboard and the removable battery. Some have reported that they like the new smartphone whos dimensions are 4.6 inches by 0.6 inches and weighing 5.6 ounces with a usuable 3.2-inch HVGA touchscreen along with the QWERTY keyboard which the iPhone does not have. The Google android phone features a 3.2 megapixel camera and a microSD card slot of removable memory for pictrures, music or video and the card can be increased to 16GB.

Some say to make a phone call one needs to tap the dialer icon on the touch screen, which also includes voice dialing, voice recognition and a speakerphone. Some buttons many will find useful is the physical keys of a back button, home button and trackball for completing functions with one hand.

The desktop icons include: Dialer, contacts, Browser, Maps and T-mobiles My Faves speed dialing feature along with the ability to set a password to lock the phone to avoid unauthorized calls. Each phone is setup with a Gmail account so that your computer and phone contacts, calendar are in sync. A cool feature is the built in compass and GPS for Google Maps. The android market allows for downloading product reviews and other applications for games.

About the Author

See more articles by Research Analyst

Need Content? get original written articles.

MySpace Mobile Launches for Android

2008-10-28T01:01:00.000-07:00

With just days before the official launch of the T-Mobile G1, MySpace Mobile has already made its debut in the Android Market. It looks like MySpace has beat FaceBook to the punch this time. This version of MySpace Mobile seems very polished and runs smoother than previous versions on other devices.

While the application is not as in-depth as the online version, it still allows you to do many things such as approve friend requests, send and receive messages, search for friends, update your current status and upload photos directly from your G1. Now that MySpace Mobile is out, rumor mill has it that a FaceBook application for Android is on its way before the 22nd?

After all is said and done, the real reason that Apple commands the smartphone kingdom is not because of the great things that the iPhone does but because of all their content.

T-Mobile G1 with Google is finally here at Fommy.com. Long-awaited Android-powered handset did not disappoint simply because it is packed with all the features any consumers can almost want. The demo has thoroughly branded in our heads that "there's always something new to discover." The T-Mobile G1 offers true multitasking with browsing by album or artist, Amazon one-click ordering and more. The G1's traffic view and street view are supported and they are great features on the G1 that's missing from the iPhone 3G, contacts pop up as you type, instant messaging the search is tailored to your actions, and you can frame with a resizable box and zoom. The real focus of the T-Mobile G1 is Open Source. Third-party applications are the heart and soul and the real future of the platform.

For T-Mobile's G1, there will be a bundle of G1 accessories online to select from; everything from Backup Batteries to Car Accessories, Chargers, Cables, Headphones, Cradles, Bluetooth Accessories, and more. The list goes on and on, but basically the primary purposes of any G1 accessories are to add functionality, such as where you can use it and what you can use it with, make some features easier to use, and extend the use of the G1 Android phone.

To Find out more information about T-Mobile G1 product like - T-Mobile G1 Accessories and Fommy.com visit at : http://www.fommy.com/t-mobile-g1.htm and http://www.fommy.com.

About the Author

For T-Mobile's G1, there will be a bundle of G1 accessories online to select from; everything from Backup Batteries to Car Accessories, Cases, Chargers, Cables, Headphones, Cradles, Bluetooth Accessories, and more from Fommy.com.

Rave review on Google's Android Phone

2008-10-15T05:54:00.000-07:00

Google, an American public corporation and Numero Uno in search engine has developed an open source Android software platform for mobile devices few months back. Based on Android, Google has even successfully unleashed its first handset called Google's Android Phone, namely G1. The company has recently debuted world's first Android-powered phone in the market, G1 with T-Mobile.

As Google is riding on open source, it has brighter chance to win over developers. With Android, users will have the facility to upload their content with the ease of uploading a video on YouTube.

The phone is already creating hype in the market as it is a Google product. The company has not revealed the exact specification of the phone. But, according to insiders, the phone is going to have following features:-

• Expandable up to 8GB

• Dimensions: 4.6 x 2.16 x 0.63 in

• slide-out QWERTY keypad

• One touch access to: Search, Maps, Gmail, Youtube, Calendar, and Google Talk

• 3G capability

• Gmail account and data plan required

• GPS system

• 3.1 mp camera, no video recording

• No stereo bluetooth (A2DP)

• Dimensions: 4.6 x 2.16 x 0.63 in

• Weighs 5.6 ounces

• 480×320 65K color screen

• battery back up 5 hour talk time, 130 hour talk time

• Google software and services like Gmail will be tightly integrated into the device

• Smart button layout with Google tag line at the back

• In-store, immediate sales only available in stores within 5 miles of a 3G covered area. If a store is beyond that range, representatives will walk customers through a T-mobile.com purchase

According to recent reports, the phone will really create a boom in the market mainly because of its brand name. Its price is going to be $199.

About the Author

Content Writer

Google Android

2008-09-30T17:19:00.000-07:00

Come 2009, the Google Android will be seen on all major mobile phones. It was unveiled on November 5, 2008 but will come into use next year. Google will release the Android platform available under the Apache free-software and open-source license. That means absolutely free to use.

What is Google Android ? No, android is not a mobile phone which most people have assumed. But it is a operating system and software platform for mobile devices. It will based on the Linux operating system. Developers can write applications using Java Programing languages. The Android will be jointly developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance.

In simple terms, it will be like Symbian and Windows Operating system found in mobile phones.

Features of Google Android

1. Android will supports all common media formats for videos, songs and pictures. Such as MPEG-4, H.264, MP3, AAC, AMR, JPEG, PNG, GIF.

2. Network Capabilities - It will support all the present cell phone network providers namely GSM/EDGE, CDMA, EV-DO, UMTS. It will also feature Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity.

3. Unlimited and diverse applications - Since its a freeware software, anyone can make applications using the java programming language and share it with others. This is the main and will be the most important selling point of google android.

4. Messaging features - Supports text and picture SMS, MMS and the new XMPP(directly contact with other people without any softwares like yahoo messenger or skype)

5. Google Android will provide enhanced utilization of GPS services combined with google maps. Very helpful in finding your way.

6. Display - The platform will be adaptable to all mobile phones display layouts. Provided it has a color screen and GPRS enabled.

About the Author

For more information and video view of Google Android visit Google Android
If you find this article useful. Then do visit our blog for more useful information Reliable Information

Google Android Coming on G1

2008-09-30T17:11:00.000-07:00

It seems as if Google are trying to rule the world at the moment. Not only do they own most of cyberspace, they have now come to the conclusion its the right time for a foray into the cell phone and mobile handheld gadget market. One such Google adventure is The Android, which runs on a Linux-based platform and is open-source, and is also well placed to hit the handheld market in a big way.

Android Inc. was acquired by Google in 2005, and that is why rumours surfaced about their incursion into the cell phone sector. The Android was almost an unknown quantity outside of Google HQ, and the only thing that was known was that they (Google) had developed some cell phone software. They started working on an operating system which was Linux based, and was to be targeted to a range of cell phone manufacturers worldwide. And because the operating system was to be open-source, applications that could be used on compatible handsets could be created.

A year later, rumours started to surface again, with increasing speculation that Google was in the process of developing a handset which was to be called the GPhone. In reality, Google were testing the waters in the mobile payment system market. This is the system that lets users send a text message to Google containing details of a specific payment made to a third party. The system was patented in 2007 and is essentially an eWallet type design which acts in a similar vain to an online banking system, by debiting users accounts with the sum of money and then crediting this same amount to the payes account. This system can be used in shops as credit or debit card alternative, on the basis that it is very secure. A potential user would also have the ability to view their bank details and statements on their mobile device, giving rise to easier financial management.

This is all great, but what happened to all the speculation about the planned phone from Google? Well, T-Mobile has announced that the G1 GPhone will be in the shops by the end of the year. The G1 handset will be pre-loaded with Gmail, Google Talk and Google Maps, as well as benefitting from the Android open-source market.

For those unfortunates who are unable to write Java (the Android programming language), one of the plethora of other handsets that are obtainable will have to do, as there would still be a large variety of features to keep one going.

About the Author

Michael is a technology author for Everything gPhone where he provides coverage of Google's Android OS and the upcoming G1 phone. You can often find him taking part in Android forums or discussing other gadgets.

HTC G1 V's iPhone 3G

2008-09-30T17:06:00.000-07:00

After a lot of talk and speculation Google have finally announced the launch of the T-Mobile G1 in New York, which will try to rival the iPhone. It is yet to be seen which handset will triumph with the run up to Christmas, but which handset is better on paper.

The Weigh in!... In my opinion, the iPhone is one of the best looking phones on the market and the HTC G1 doesn't quite compare with the sleekness of the iPhone design. The iPhone weighs in at133g and the G1 weighs in a little heavier at 158g. The iphone a little wider but not as long as the G1 with the iPhone measuring 115.5mm by 62.1mm and the G1 measuring 117mm by 55.7mm. They are not too dissimilar in size but the real differences lay in the screen and its display. The G1 has a display screen of 320 x 480 pixels, 3.2 inches that displays at 65K colours, where as the iPhone boasts a 3.5 inch display at 16 million colours which is fab for when you are watching Finding Nemo on the train to work.

The camera is where the iPhone falls short. It is a 2mp camera that shoots at 1600*1200 pixels, where as the G1 has a 3.15mp camera that shoots at 2048x1536 pixels.

The G1 has a memory card slot which means that the sky is the limit for the amount of "stuff" that you want to store on it. The iPhone has either an 8gig or a 16gig version of the handset. This may be a problem for all of those music and films buffs out there who need a little more than this.

The iPhone comes in either white or black and you have a choice of white, brown or black with the G1 (The white is probably the nicest of the three).

The G1 will be available on T-Mobile within the coming months, but our verdict is that it probably will not be as popular as the iPhone 3G which hit 3 million sales in its first month of release.

In terms of performance the G1 is pretty smart. And it allows for developers to be able to make applications for it that will be available for everyone. This is different to what Apple has in place as they have to approve any applications that are available for the iPhone through iTunes. I guess you could say that this is to protect us from harmful software, but it means that there is a limit to what is available.

In terms of a mobile internet device the G1 has a better performance than the iPhone as it supports more internet software. The platform, known as Android, was developed by Google who ultimately want users to search the web using the handset (as that is how they make their money), so you can only assume that it does this well. A few weeks ago, apple were made to remove an advert that they were showing on television that claimed the iphone could access 'all of the internet'. This we know not to be true as it does not support a feature called flash that we see in many websites.

An Asian company called HTC developed the handset that you see, but word on the street is that Samsung and LG are also going to be developing handsets that support the Google made Android software. It may be that you do not like the look of this phone, but the chances are you will be seeing the software in a lot of places in the future.

All in all we here much prefer the look of the iPhone to the HTC G1 but in terms of performance the G1 looks a winner. It will be interesting to see how Google take to producing mobile software and technology and if it helps to make mobile internet more popular... Now, if only somebody could look to develop a nice looking phone for it to run on.

About the Author

Matthew Jones is a website developer working for bluestagstudio. He likes windy walks, jammy dodgers and playing hop scotch

Website Design Cardiff

Google launches its G1 phone: iPhone beware!

2008-09-30T17:02:00.000-07:00

Google wants to open a new front in the land of the mobile telephones with the first that works with itsAndroid software. Its greater attractive is the open code, which enormously lowers the costs to the manufacturers. This first device, known as the Google Phone, is a product of the Taiwanese HTC, wants to shade the Apple iPhone or the Blackberry in the land of the mobile communication. The popularity of the Google brand name and the benefits of the price of 199 dollars could be the keys. The project is very ambitious and HTC has gained an enviable position next to Google in their jump to the mobile communications, a technological landmark that had been awaited for a long time. HTC has a great presence in the market and its models are very popular; although until this moment it had been in the shade in the West, manufacturing for other companies like Compaq or Palm.

One of every six smart phones sold in first half of this year in the United States was made by HTC although they did not use this name, according to the consultant Nielsen Mobile. Now, the Google Phone, known as the T-Mobile G1, could be its luxury business card. The head of HTC marketing explained on the comparisons with the sector giants like Apple or Research in Motion: We are far from being there. They face the problem of not having its own software to develop the mobile devices, as it does happen with iPhone or Blackberry. Until the moment, HTC mobiles have used different versions of Windows Mobile. HTC are the people in charge of the first smart phone based on Windows, the Orange SPV, which was distributed in Europe. On its part, Google does not make mobiles but web pages and online services.

The union of both companies took place two years ago, when they began thinking about the T-Mobile G1 or the Google Phone. So far T Mobile has the exclusivity being the G1 cell phone provider company. Google wants that itsAndroid software to become the standard within smart phones. The G1 could be theTrojan horse. For this reason it has enticed operators and manufacturers to join its side, using the nature of the open code ofAndroid, which will enormously lower the price of the costs, as the main argument.

As far as the design of the G1 goes, it will follow the present canons, it has a tactile screen of great dimensions. In addition, it will incorporate a touchpad in the inferior part. The screen will slide to one side revealing a keyboard, equipping it with an aspect similar to the one of a small laptop. As far as navigation by Internet and the use of applications, its been thought and it optimized to use those of Google, like Google Maps, its search engine, YouTube or the electronic mail Gmail.

Android will alsoborrow ideas from the iPhone or Mobile Windows. For example, it will be possible to cut and paste text as in the Microsoft software and is developing a platform for content download similar to the AppStore, although in this case everything will be free. This will be called the Android Market. To Google is today the leader of the market of internet advertising, with an income of 16,500 million dollars only in 2007. T-Mobile will profit from the device, not only with the sales, but also through its online partner company Amazon.com, that, with a service that allows to download content to the T-Mobile G1. Together with the telephone launch more than six million songs will be available.

About the Author

David Herrmann is an internet marketer who is passionate about the latest innovations in wireless and mobile technology. For more cell phone reviews and news go to http://www.cellphone-talk.info

New Android-powered T-Mobile G1 Phone

2008-09-30T17:00:00.000-07:00

T-Mobile and Google have collaborated and come up with the new T-Mobile G1 which is to be released in November.

The T-Mobile G1 will run on the open-source software platform Android. The impressive collaboration includes a touch-screen as well as a full QWERTY keyboard, a three mega-pixel camera. As the phone is on the Android platform, users can visit the online Android Market and choose from different applications in order to personalise the phone and make it their own.

As the phone is open-source, this means that developers will be able to create their own applications for the phone and a chosen few applications will be available for download in November when the phone is set to launch.

There are many mobile phones being hailed as iPhone killers but this newcomer has Wi-Fi and 3G with fast access buttons for all of the Google tools on the phone such as; Google Maps, Google Talk and Gmail.

Touch-screens can be fantastic for controlling your device; however, not all people are fans and this is why the T-Mobile G1 also has a keyboard and in order to make the keyboard easier to use there is a trackball fitted in the phone so scrolling will be a lot easier, more precise and will be ideally suited for one-handed navigation.

When the phone is released in November, people on contracts will be able to get it on tariffs of over £40 a month which will include unlimited net browsing. This will make for one of the best mobile phone deals but it will be unfortunate news for all those on pay as you go as they will be unable to get the phone without being on tariff.

The phone's creators have said that the main purpose of the phone, as well as making calls, is to expand the possibilities of online communication and Google are hoping that the Linux based Android open source software will one day become the dominant operating system for mobile phones.

This will make for one of the best mobile phone deals but it will be unfortunate news for all those on pay as you go as they will be unable to get the phone without being on tariff.

About the Author

Gill Critchley is an experienced UK web author.