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Seasoned tech blogger. Host of the Tech Addicts podcast.
Google have released elements of Android OS 2.0 Donut to the developer community, and the change list is already prompting excitement. Among the differences already noted are multitouch and gesture support, together with CDMA compatibility opening up the possibility of Android devices on US networks like Verizon and Sprint.
There’s also improved universal search, automated backups and what developers are already calling a huge amount of performance tweaking that should hopefully see the platform running more smoothly even on existing hardware. More technical issues have been tweaked, too, with WPA Enterprise encryption support together with VPN functionality.
All the details can be found over at Android Community
We don’t review many accessories at Mobile Tech Addicts so when Mobile Fun got in touch with us to ask if we wanted to take a look at a Bluetooth headset we jumped at the chance.
They sent us a rather interesting headset, the Qstik EVOQ which is quite large by today’s standards but there are reasons for this, read on for the full review.
AdMob released their mobile metrics report for June and Android usage continues to grow. Request from the Android operating system grew 25% month over month. This now gives Android a 5% worldwide OS share and marks the first time they have pulled ahead of Windows Mobile.
We know that iPhone owners do love their devices and with this app they will even have an excuse to kiss it!
Software vendor even claims that this app features kissing analysis engine:
Our latest podcast Episode 40 is now available for download, this week we have a special show with The Digital Lifestyle. This show is a round table discussion where we chat about the various mobile platforms including Windows Mobile, iPhone, Palm and Android. Gareth and Chris are joined with Ian Dixon and Bjorn for a great show about mobiles and media. Thanks to Ian for the invite to join the podcast.
You can subscribe via iTunes, RSS or download the mp3 file here.
We’ve already seen what the new BlackBerry 9550 Storm 2 looks like, and the next best thing aside from its official debut is a hands-on video of it. That’s exactly what we have for you folks right now, and from the looks of it, the BlackBerry 9550 Storm 2 is certainly more of a beauty to behold than the1G Storm. It looks sleeker, and apparently, also provides a better feel as well.
Google Maps has been updated with a new Layer feature. The new feature allows you to see multiple content at any one time. Nice addition as it can sometimes annoy when one must remove local landmarks to search for something in particular. Out now for Symbian and windows Mobile, check after the break for a rundown of the new features and some bug fixes.
Here is a 10 minute treat from teknoreview.com. The Touch Pro and Nokia N97 go head to head in a 12 round battle. Its great to see these two flip up phones together. There doesn’t seem to be too much that hasn’t already been said but it’s an enjoyable watch. Video after the break.
Browsing the price plans for the new HTC Hero I almost lost control of my bowels when I noticed the mention of a 36 month contract. That’s 3 years!
Lots of pictures, a couple of videos and a good look at the latest HTC Android phone. All looks pretty positive and the most accomplished Android device yet. Check it out here and we hope to have our own look very soon.
Google have released elements of Android OS 2.0 Donut to the developer community, and the change list is already prompting excitement. Among the differences already noted are multitouch and gesture support, together with CDMA compatibility opening up the possibility of Android devices on US networks like Verizon and Sprint.
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