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lg
LG Making iPhone Competitor, Android Phone and Prada III
It would be amazing if LG could make an iPhone competitor, an Android device and a Prada III that's one single device, but somehow I don't think that's what LG's president means. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by ooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo: why do they have to compete, cant other cell phone designer/companies just make their own product, with their own ideas.... 11 Responses | Other threads
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clips
G1 Spotted Running HTC Sense, The Latest and Greatest Android Skin
Chances are (about 99.9999%) that you don't have access to the HTC Hero just yet, but that doesn't mean you can't run its famed HTC Sense Android skin. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Technogen: This has been out for a while guys, I commented it on the last time you posted about the UI.... 4 Responses | Other threads
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android
Android Market Update Notifications Are Broken
This confirms what I suspected this weekend: Android Market's automatic update notifications are broken. In the meantime, if you're affected, you have to go to individual app pages to see if there's an update for the app. At least, that seemed to work for me. [Phandroid] -
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Android Finally Opening Up Some Pandora Action
Months after he explained to us why Pandora wasn't immediately jumping onto Android, CTO Tom Conrad reveals that Pandora is indeed coming to Android now that "the Android universe has developed nicely." [Tom Conrad via Phandroid] -
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The Month in Android Apps: Location, Location, Location
Stalk your friends, have brunch with them at a Zagat-rated spot nearby and stream the whole thing live from your Android phone. Saw VII? No, it's just this month in Android apps.
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Comment by citizen024: Nice, more features, just in time for the coming Hero release. To think I will pwn all iPhone owners (especially... 3 Responses | Other threads
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question of the day
QOTD: How Did You Learn About Michael Jackson's Death?
It's the sad news that nearly killed the Internet. Google News, Yahoo!, MSNBC, CNET, Twitter, LA Times and more all went down from the insane amounts of MJ-related traffic. So we ask: How did you learn of Michael Jackson's death? More » -
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Bing: The Fastest Way to Google
Have you guys heard about Bing? It makes Googling stuff super easy. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by DssTrainer: LOL. So I guess if bing came first we'd be using Google to "bing" things A different meaning when people ask... 8 Responses | Other threads
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Sprint May Get HTC Hero and Samsung WiMax Device
Details are scarce, but PhoneNews sources claim that Sprint is ready to get on the Android bandwagon. Apparently, they are currently testing the HTC Hero and a Samsung WiMax / CDMA device that runs Android. More » -
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Rumor: Existing Android Phones Won't Get HTC's "Sense" UI For Lame Licensing Reasons
That HTC's "Sense" interface would run on older hardware was known for months before its official announcement, so a sanctioned update for existing phones makes sense, right? Turns out, there might be an extremely annoying barrier standing in HTC's way. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by TheAlmeida: It's all about the interface nowadays 4 Responses | Other threads
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Captain Obvious of Verizon Says Verizon iPhone is Apple's Decision, Android Phone May Be Coming
Ivan Seidenberg, Chairman and CEO of Verizon, just lays this captain obvious quote on Charlie Rose on the possibility of a Verizon iPhone. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by TheSonOfKrypton: Fail Verizon. Fail. If you weren't such little shits BEFORE Apple dropped the sweetest phone in the world... 13 Responses | Other threads
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android
Is HTC Launching New Android Phones Today?
HTC's London event, happening today at about 12:00am GMT (7:00am Eastern) today, has already been pegged as a launch for two new Android phones in a report by Digitimes. Their invitation also contained certain, ahem, floral clues. Now, this tweet: More » -
android
IBM Seer Augmented Reality App Ensures No Confused Android Users At Wimbledon
Android is quickly becoming the go-to mobile OS for augmented reality apps: just days after Layar gave us a realtor's tour of Amsterdam, IBM has released a similar—and more comprehensive—app for attendees of the Wimbledon tennis tournament. More » -
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T-Mobile myTouch 3G Gets Official, Preorders Start July 8
T-Mobile's second Android phone, the myTouch 3G (previously known as the HTC Magic which we reviewed here), has finally been announced in an official capacity for $200. Its official official name is the "T-Mobile myTouch 3G with Google". More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Inception: "T-Mobile myTouch 3G with Google" Haha! Are you kidding me? Who'd want to buy a phone called that? 11 Responses | Other threads
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google
Google Snaps Up One Million Phone Numbers As Google Voice Launch Looms Large
The chatter surrounding a Google Voice launch was downright feverish Thursday, prompting many to speculate the event was imminent. Details were sparse, and the launch didn't come, but Google is definitely ready to do something based on new info. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by Dilpickle1: So with Google Voice, I could answer text messages without having to pick up my phone? 12 Responses | Other threads
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crime
Muggers Caught When Their Crime Was Captured by Google Street View
Last September, a 14-year-old Dutch boy was assaulted and robbed after being shoved off his bike. But with no evidence and no real idea who his assailants were, police were powerless—until the crime showed up on Street View. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by kakarotthemonkey: Well at least Big Brother has one advantage... 7 Responses | Other threads
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blockquote
Ballmer Thinks Microsoft's Biggest Mistake is Search
Asked if he could have just one do-over, Ballmer replied, "I would probably say I would start sooner on search." More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Software_Goddess: I thought their biggest mistake was Windows 2000… Vista is a close second. 25 Responses | Other threads
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smartphones
Hello! There Are More Than Just iPhones In This Universe!
The spotlight this week may be pointed at the iPhone 3GS—and with good reason—but it's not the only flavor of smartphone ice cream. Here's a quick path to more info about all smartphones (and no dumb ones!) More » -
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Palm Pre vs. iPhone in Google Search Popularity
It could be the fact that the iPhone has been available for two years, or the fact that the iPhone is available in 3000 countries to the Palm Pre's one, but Google Trends shows much more interest in Apple's device. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by EncNone: i blame marketing. even though the pre is better than the iphone, word has not been spread except by the users 13 Responses | Other threads
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google voice
Google Voice Coming VERY Soon?
There has been lots of chatter about Google Voice being on the verge of being released, so keep an eye out tomorrow and early next week to see if it hits. You'll probably have to sign up early to get a number in an area code you like. More » -
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T-Mobile myTouch 3G (AKA T-Mobile G2, HTC Magic, Google Ion) Coming This Summer
T-Mobile's followup to the G1 has gone through more than a few name changes, but it looks like we'll finally be seeing the American version—the T-Mobile myTouch 3G—this summer. More » -
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Google Offers Updated Maps Features Through Android Market
Google updated their integral Maps Android app with some pretty sweet new features, including voice search, public transit and walking directions, and a beefed-up Latitude. It's great to see them pushing updates as they're ready, without waiting for carriers. [Google]
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By Dan NosowitzComment by Révolution: I never noticed just how fugly the Android statusbar is. 8 Responses | Other threads
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greed
Google Doesn't Want to Pay Artists for Making Custom Chrome Skins
Google is having artists make custom skins for its Chrome Browser, which is pretty cool. Much less cool, however, is that one of the biggest companies in the world refuses to pay the artists. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by Hello Mister Walrus: Google doesn't think the skins are worth paying for, so they don't buy them. No matter how great you think... 41 Responses | Other threads
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google voice
Google Voice About to Get More Amazing By Letting You Port Your Number
If you call Jason, his iPhone, Pre, Ion and pants all ring because he has Google Voice. The service's biggest downside is that you have a new number to deal with—but TechCrunch says number porting is coming. More » -
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Rumor: Sony Working on an Android Walkman
Sony's X-Series Walkman fares well in a straightforward spec war, but PMP hardware is becoming less important than software and apps, such that Sony—and others—may have to change their tack. Some analysts say they've already started—with Android. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by USB_Humping_Dog: I swear, this thing looks dirty. Physically dirty. 3 Responses | Other threads
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google
Google Streetview Displays Its Inner Artist
Google Streetview, channeling Picasso, takes its paintbrush to the streets of Annapolis and makes a pretty picture. [Google - Thanks, Jon]
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By Jack LoftusComment by ZLevee: More of a Monet, I think: [images.google.com] AI impressionism? 2 Responses | Other threads
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epiphanies
Google Street View Car Sees the Light
God has been found, and in the most unlikely of places: Southern California. Well, either it's God, or the Street View cameras take a second to adjust to bright light, coming out of a tunnel. Probably God, though. [Thanks, Jordan!] -
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Google Street View Gets Smarter Navigation, 3D Effects
Street View has given us a near-endless supply of shenanigans, but it's always been awkward to actually use. Now, Google has implemented semi-3D "Smart Navigation," which makes your virtual walking and/or stalking a lot easier, and way, way cooler. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Purple Monkey Dishwasher: Great, pretty soon I'll never have to leave the house. I'll just use google to visit the Grand Canyon. 2 Responses | Other threads
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android
Acer's Android Netbook Will Come With Windows, Fail at Being an "Android Netbook"
When a company says they're working on an Android netbook, people make assumptions: they'll come up with a fresh UI; they'll cater the netbook's hardware to Google's lightweight OS; they'll make it cheap. Acer is doing none of these things. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by rDub: Acer is making a pretty smart move, after all even full version Linux distros didnt move too well; when sold... 5 Responses | Other threads
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maps
North Korea Secrets Uncovered In Google Earth by Amateur Spies
On April 4 2007, Curtis Melvin—a PhD student at George Mason University—decided to start the "North Korea Uncovered" project. Two years later it became the definitive reference for the country's secrets, thanks to an army of amateur spies. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by redmafia: I so wanna punch an american in the face right now 17 Responses | Other threads
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android
T-Mobile CTO Reveals Second Android Phone Coming in "Next Few Weeks"
During and interview with mocoNews, T-Mobile's CTO Cole Brodman confirmed that a second Android phone would be coming sometime in "the next few weeks." More » -
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ASUS: Hey Guys, Forget You Ever Saw That Android Netbook, OK?
One of the early surprises of Computex was this delightful little Android netbook from ASUS, based on the ultra-efficient Snapdragon platform. Acer has since responded with a full-throated commitment to Android netbooks, but now ASUS is backing off. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Kaiser-Machead: Would've just made more sense to stick with the tried and true Linux builds, be it Jaundiced Jackalope, Incestuous Ibis,... 12 Responses | Other threads
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android
Acer Planning an Android Netbook For Q3 of This Year
Acer has become the first company to announce intentions to manufacture an Android netbook, coming by Q3 of this year. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by clevin: unsure. android is a nice mobile OS, but to use it on a notebook, it probably falls short. 4 Responses | Other threads
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vod
Report: America Getting BBC Streaming TV, Thanks to Google
The British Broadcasting Corporation, television purveyor of such fine programs as Top Gear and Planet Earth, is said to be in talks with Google to bring their excellent VOD service to America. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by iatacs19: Will Britons be upset because the USA didn't pay the TV viewing taxes? 13 Responses | Other threads
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google
Google Plans to Sell eBooks By the End of 2009
As Amazon slowly inches toward sealing up the entire eBook industry, Google's getting antsy. Speaking at the BookExpo convention this weekend, a company rep stated Google's intentions to sell eBooks by the end of the year, adding ominously, "this time we mean it." More »
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By John HerrmanComment by weatherman: If you look at Google's success rate outside their foundation of search and advertising, they have really only done well... 3 Responses | Other threads
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microsoft
Microsoft Opens Bing Two Days Early (As In, Now)
Microsoft's new search engine, Bing, has opened up to the public in a wide, if not total, rollout. It looks pretty good. We tested it with a familiar term, though, and something interesting happened:
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diy
Make Your Photos Look Like Google Streetview or YouTube In Real Life
Here is a simple and funny way to make your still photos look like they are part of Google Streetview or an internet video, ready to be played. It only takes some tape, cardboard, and acrylic, plus a bit of genius when you frame the photo. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by DangerousDac: I'll admit it. I tried clicking on the play button. Damn you and your post modernist art! 7 Responses | Other threads
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android apps
The Month in Android Apps: Grey Cupcakes Have Delicious Spots
Hello, welcome to the inaugural this month in Android apps. It's been a pastry-packed month, what with cupcakes and donuts and, um, ions flying around. We've got spots, searches, flicks and apps that will make you burn with jealous rage just ahead. More »
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Comment by Raspberyl's Lover: Wait, you don't have to Jailbreak on Android to emulate games on it? Sweet!!! 4 Responses | Other threads
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android
Android Meets Energy Shows Why Android Will Be Powering Way More Than Just Phones
A lot of Android's potential has nothing to do with phones—it's running little gadgets. For starters, Moto Labs (not that one) put Android on aBeagleBoard, mashed that into a soup with a wireless cam and Flickr feed to monitor power usage from a custom Google Gadget. [Moto] -
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Page's Law: Why Your Computer Runs Like Crap After 18 Months
That's Page as in Larry Page, of Google. His law is the inverse of the Moore's Law: Software gets twice as slow every 18 months. More »
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Comment by Software_Goddess: Why is Page allowed to make a law. I wanted a law that makes men go slower but no one... 28 Responses | Other threads
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t-mobile g2 review
T-Mobile G2 (Google Ion) Review: Most Improved Award
Not only does the T-Mobile G2/HTC Magic/Google Ion phone improve on original T-Mobile G1 in just about every way, it manages to do it while cutting down significantly on the size. The only thing it doesn't have going for it is a hardware keyboard. More »
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