YouTube stand-alone app supports Android 2.2 only
Google has unveiled several apps for Android over the last months like Maps, Search, and Gmail. The company is now set to launch a new stand-alone app for YouTube . There is a bit of a catch for users of anything but the latest version of Android though
BlindType acquired by Google
BlindType, the highly impressive typing software for mobile devices, has been acquired Google. Most known for it’s impressive videos of typing “blindly” and still coming up with an accurate result, the addition of this software could be very helpful for all, especially those who find typing on a virtual keyboard an annoyance, or unreliable. In the official statement on their blog, BlindType stated: “We are excited to announce that BlindType has been acquired by Google! We want to thank everyone for their overwhelming support and positive feedback.
Early T-Mobile G2 hardware issues, Missing storage, loose hinges [Video]
The highly anticipated T-Mobile G2 is making it’s way into eager customers hands. However, it’s not all good news.
Google’s Car Home Application Updated, Now Features Customization
Google has announced that they’ve updated their Car Home for Android application, and now it boasts customization features. Available now in the Android Market for easy download, it’s currently only supported on two devices: the Nexus One by HTC, and the Motorola Droid
Motorola ‘Begonia’ to feature T-Mobile WiFi calling
New information regarding Motorola’s Cliq 2, codenamed “Begonia” has hit the web this week. Not too much information has been released but it is said to feature WiFi calling that we heard word of not too long ago. Other information that we now know includes the following: The device will ship with Android 2.2 featuring Blur The keyboard is said to be “interesting” described as one solid piece without any gaps between keys
Galaxy Tab making Nov 1st UK debut says Samsung
Samsung has announced that their Galaxy Tab Android 2.2 slate will arrive in the UK on November 1st, later than the original timescale which saw them promising to deliver the 7-inch slate sometime in September 2010. The company is yet to confirm pricing, but has said that the Galaxy Tab will be available “on a range of attractive price packages” which suggests both subsidized and SIM-free deals. As for where you can buy it, Samsung has partnered with the Carphone Warehouse, Dixons Store Group and T-Mobile, as well as other online and high street retailers and carriers.
disgo budget Android Tablet 6000 runs Eclair
£180 burning a hole in your pocket and a desire for a 7-inch Android tablet?
Epic 4G misses Sprint update over server issues
The Samsung Epic 4G update Sprint had promised would roll out on September 30th has failed to materialise, with the carrier blaming an “ administrative issue ” in getting the software onto Google’s servers. The new firmware, which is said to address problems with the Epic 4G’s 3G upload speed, issues sending large emails, excess WiFi battery drain and problems downloading Amazon MP3s over 4G, was to come just as the 30 day return window for early adopters of the smartphone was expiring. “We were planning to release an update for your Samsung Epic 4G on 9/30
Verizon future device releases revealed, a whole lot of Android Love is coming soon!
Just over a month after we got our eyes on the last Verizon roadmap for future devices, we now have new details regarding their current plans for future device launches on the carrier. Since the last roadmap we see that some devices have been canceled, some have been delayed, some have been added, and some we have yet to hear further word on. Check out for the full line-up of Android phones coming to Verizon in the next few months after the break
Verizon R2-D2 Droid available now on Verizon.com
If you have been waiting for the official release of the R2-D2 Droid 2, the wait is now over with Verizon’s site going live and the phone now available. As expected it’s displaying it’s $249 after $100 (this time online discount) with a full retail price of $699