We told you earlier in the week that Verizon would be updating the Droid Eris to the latest version of Google Android, Android 2.1. Good news, as it seems that the updates have started rolling out. It looks like the updates are being rolled out to Droid Eris owners in batches. If you haven't … [Read more...] about Droid Eris Finally Gets Android 2.1
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Android 2.2 (Froyo) To Support USB Tethering, WiFi Hot Spots
We have heard about quite a few of the features in the upcoming update to Google's Android OS, Android 2.1 (Froyo). One feature which has recently been revealed is that Android 2.2 will support USB tethering. This will allow you to use your Android smartphone as a USB modem for data and also create … [Read more...] about Android 2.2 (Froyo) To Support USB Tethering, WiFi Hot Spots
Samsung Galaxy S Headed To Vodafone UK
Vodafone has announced that it will shortly start selling the Samsung Galaxy S Android smartphone in the UK. The Samsung Galaxy S runs Android 2.1, and it features a 1GHz processor and a four-inch Super AMOLED WVGA display with a resolution of 800 x 480 pixels. This high-resolution display ensures … [Read more...] about Samsung Galaxy S Headed To Vodafone UK
Are GM Working On An Android Car?
General Motors and Google are currently discussing the possibility of a GM-produced car that will run Google's Android OS and is designed to compete with Ford and Microsoft's Sync. According to Motor Trend, GM is negotiating with Google to build an in-car telematics system based on their Android … [Read more...] about Are GM Working On An Android Car?
Sprint HTC Evo 4G Coming June 4th 2010
Sprint has finally announced the launch date of one of the most anticipated smartphones of 2010, the HTC Evo 4G. The HTC Evo 4G will be available in the US on the Sprint mobile phone network from the 4th of June 2010. Sprint will offer the HTC Evo 4G to customers on a two year contract, and the … [Read more...] about Sprint HTC Evo 4G Coming June 4th 2010
T-Mobile myTouch 3G to Get Android 2.1
It seems that T-Mobile intends to upgrade its myTouch 3G to the latest version of Google Android, Android 2.1. The myTouch 3G currently comes with Android 1.5. The update will bring a modified Expresso Sense UI with Genius button that is found on the soon to be released myTouch Slide that we … [Read more...] about T-Mobile myTouch 3G to Get Android 2.1
Samsung I5801 Android Smartphone Leaked
Details have been leaked of a new Android smartphone from Samsung, the I5801, and a video has surfaced for the unannounced android handset. It looks like the Samsung I5801 will come with the latest version of Google's Android OS, Android 2.1. Other specifications include 3G support, 802.11n WiFi, … [Read more...] about Samsung I5801 Android Smartphone Leaked
LG Ally Android Smartphone Available To Pre-Order 13th May For $100
We first saw the LG Ally Android smartphone last week, which is LG's first smartphone that runs Google's Android OS. Now, it looks like it will launch on the 20th of May 2010, and you will be able to pre-order it from tomorrow, the 13th of May. The LG Ally will run the latest version of Android … [Read more...] about LG Ally Android Smartphone Available To Pre-Order 13th May For $100
Cherrypal Making $99 Android Netbook
Cherrypal is well-known for producing low-cost netbooks, and it seems they intend to launch a new one which will run Google's Android OS. This Android netbook will be called the Cherrypal Asia and it will be replacing their current Cherrypal Africa Linux edition netbook. So what exactly will $99 … [Read more...] about Cherrypal Making $99 Android Netbook
Android 2.2 Is 450 Percent Faster Than Android 2.1
The guys over at Android Police have got their hands on the latest version of Google's Android OS, Android 2.2 (Froyo), and decided to run a few benchmarks on it to see how it compared to the current release Android 2.1. Some of the benchmark results are interesting, with some being 450% faster … [Read more...] about Android 2.2 Is 450 Percent Faster Than Android 2.1
Google Maps For Android Gets Bike Routes, Location Sharing
Google has updated its Google Maps for Android, adding a couple of new features that enhance the user experience. One of the most notable additions is the inclusion of cycling routes, a feature that was previously available only on the web-based version of Google Maps. In the Android version of … [Read more...] about Google Maps For Android Gets Bike Routes, Location Sharing
Apple Responds To Android Smartphone Sales Report
The other day we mentioned a report from research firm NPD that claimed Android had outsold the Apple iPhone for the first time, it seems that Apple wasn't to happy with the basis of the report and has responded with a statement. According to Apple [AAPL] the NPD report was based on a limited … [Read more...] about Apple Responds To Android Smartphone Sales Report
