Posts Tagged ‘comparison’

Android fans: “Apple, Thank you for the iPad!”

As you might have heard, today lots of early adopters are going to get their hands on the new Apple iPad. As Android fans we should not care about it but if you think about it, it is a great news for Android. A while back (late 2007), Apple released a new type of phone that marked the start of a new era with touch screen phones. Now the general consumer is using their phone to check email, look at web pages, install apps, etc. Prior to the Phone there was not that much going on in smart phones. Well, there are a few early attempts by Microsoft to fit Windows in mobile devices. Since the iPhone, each Android handset reviewed gets compared and looked at as potential "iPhone" killers in the mainstream media. Verizon clearly used the iPhone to promote the Droid with their iDon't campaign. As Android fans, it is easy for us to do the comparison to explain what our phone can do to non-techies. You can just start by saying "It is like an iPhone but it also can run apps in the background, you can remove the battery, it has a keyboard..." and so on. Thanks, again, to Apple, the same thing will happen with the iPad. There are few tablets already released and upcoming running Android: Asus , Kogan , Archos , Google , WePad (my favorite!) and all of them will benefit from the hype surrounding the iPad. Even if they might never sell in the same volume of units as Apple (like the iPhone), overall they will do well just because the iPad will do well. I know that I would never own (certainly not buy!) an iPad but I would certainly consider a WePad and if I have one and need to explain to non-techies, I would be able to start by: "It is like the Apple iPad but better because...". Do you agree? Will Apple's iPad help usher in an era of tablets? Will Android benefit? I would like to read your comments... Might We Suggest... Breaking News! Steve Jobs to Apple Shareholders: “iPhone is a bust, Android FTW!!!” Early this morning in an unprecedented email to Apple Shareholders, Apple CEO Steve Jobs shares vital information regarding the iPhone and it's future. In an AndroidGuys exclusive, our source has forw...

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Two New ARCHOS Android Tablets Coming, One Updated

It looks like ARCHOS are keeping on top of their Android obligations and future opportunities: in addition to providing a firmware update to the ARCHOS 5 , word out of Germany is that the company will soon launch two new Android Tablets. Carrypad.com heard from the company’s German PR firm who made a statement translating to: Archos will introduce two brand new, good value Android Tablets that are specially designed for use in the home. We already know the ARCHOS 7 is in the works and we’re unsure if this is one of the two, but that answer is probably yes. What is the other one? We have no clue but we’re sure to keep you updated!

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Android Phones Get Their Screens Compared, Which is the Best ?

  Android devices all have large, clear screens that are amazingly video-friendly. Sure, the Nexus One and Droid took it to the next level but for the most part, Android screens have been pretty awesome. So did you ever wonder which Android device had the best screen? We sure did. HDBlog.it attempts to answer that question by gathering 6 Android devices together for your viewing pleasure. Specifically, they've pitted the T-Mobile myTouch 3G, European HTC Hero, Motorola Droid, Samsung Galaxy, Nexus One, and Acer Liquid side by side in a video demo, so you can be the judge on who has the best screen. The video is available after the jump and by our eyes, the order goes: Nexus One, Droid, Liquid, Galaxy, Hero, & myTouch 3G. And though the Nexus One wins, there were some instances when the picture seemed too 'red'. Be sure to let us know which Android phone you think has the best screen in the comments! Watch the video after the jump! [via engadget ]  read more

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Popular Images For Android Now On Google Mobile

Google just added the Near Me Now feature to their mobile searches – but only for Android and iPhone users. Now Google Mobile gives you popular image results during your search from your handset. Under the search box, you will now see some of the top popular corresponding images along with a link to “Browse Popular Images”. Following the link will open a categorized list of image searches and related images. Seems like one more minor improvement but when added with all the other small improvements the growth seems pretty vast. Any ideas as to what Google Mobile will introduce next? [via Google Mobile Blog ]

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Android Tablets vs. Apple iPad: Comparison/Review

With the launch of Apple’s new iPad this week, everyone seems to have their eyes tuned into the tablet market. Well jump on over to Gizmodo for the full review and comparison of the iPad, HP Slate, JooJoo, and a few Android tablets (Notion Ink Adam, Dell Mini 5, Archos 7 Android). We obviously have our favorites but would like to hear from you. The great tablet debate of 2010 is just about to begin – where do you stand right now? [via Gizmodo ]

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50 Android Games To Catch The Wave

With all the talk and complaints with Android Market games V.S. the iPhone App store, Android HD has put together this video clip showing 50 amazing games that will soon be available on Android devices. Google and The Game Developers Conference are working together to provide game developers with Android phones for further game development. Game Developers Conference 2010 organizers have announced that Google will be offering free Nexus Ones and Verizon Droids to select attendees in hopes that game Android game development will take off. Looks like one more thing that Droid Does… by the way which of the 50 games did you like best? [via AndroidHD ]

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[iPhone n iPod Game] Download Call of Duty: World at War: Zombies …

Recently I found out that the Call of Duty: World at War: Zombies Lite is available for FREE for iPhone and iPod Touch users.

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Comparing the Cell Phone Plans of Verizon, Sprint, AT&T, and T …

If you have poor cell signal at home, you can call Sprint and they will send you an AirRave box that connects to your home Internet connection. It sets up a mini cell tower in your home. Sprint did it for me for free. I like Sprint. ...

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New times for IRC Office Hours

It use to be, every Tuesday and Thursday that the Android app developers held IRC office hours in the #android-dev channel on irc.freenode.net. As an update, the IRC office will only be on Thursdays same time from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. PST.

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HTC says focus is on smartphones

HTC has announced that for now, their focus will be producing smartphones. Anthony Petts said that HTC was, "focusing their efforts on a new generation of mobile phones." and they were stopping work on tablets they have been designing. The focus is to be on Google's Android operation system and probably also Windows Mobile 7. While this might just be a strategy move on HTC's part concerning the tablets, the market certainly wouldn't be hurt if there were even more HTC smartphones.

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