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All U.S. Android phones to receive Android 2.1, but some will require a wipe

Considering over 80% of our readers with Android phones are running an outdated version of the operating system, I think most of you will find this interesting. There has been some confusion over which phones would receive an Android 2.1 update and I am partially to blame. I authored a post way back in August that called into question the G1’s ability to receive future updates. Google eventually found a way to make Donut (Android 1.6) fit on the G1 and I was proven wrong. Since that time, I have maintained that the full ...

OpenEclair 1.2.2 Released

A new version  of OpenEclair has been release for public consumption.  I don't have any real details about the contents of the new release.  I'm guessing it was a late night release and no one has updated the forum thread yet. It includes all the standard features from the previous releases and more: Features: - AOSP 2.1r2 Eclair - Multiple Kernels - Nexus One Voice Input - Live Wallpapers - Eclair HTC_IME - Compcache via SpareParts (including size!) - Swap via SpareParts - Supports G1/MT3G - Automatic Apps2SD on G1 - 5 Screen Launcher and Launcher2 from NexusOne - Tweaked SMS/MMS Settings - WG-Kernel v3-beta There is a list of ...

Customization Corner – Turn G1/MYT3G into Nexus One

Its been a while since the last Customization Corner but this is a good one. Do you want a nexus one but stuck in a contract? Well this issue we will be making your G1/MYT3G look and fell like a Nexus One. Requirements: Rooted G1/MyTouch3G Knowledge of how to flash ROM's This can be done in 3 asy steps: 1. Dowload and flash open eclair (There are other eclair roms this is just the one i know more :D ) Download Page 2. When the ROM boots and your done setup it will ask you if you want to use "Home" or "Launcher" choose Launcher. 3. Enjoy your new ...

AndroidSPIN Cell Phone Accessory Store Goes Live

Another new service is launched on AndroiSPIN tonight.  The AndroidSPIN Cell Phone Accessory Store is now live and ready for you to browse and purchase those cases, covers, headset and lots lots more. Head over to store.androidspin.com and see if anything catches your eye.

Android 2.1 Coming to Sprint Hero and Moment in “Upcoming Weeks”

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Posted by Ray Poole on March 20th, 2010

If you recall, Sprint had tweeted that the latest iteration of Google's Android system would come to the HTC Hero and Samsung Moment during early Q2. This sparked some digging to be done, and after a tedious phone call with a Sprint customer service rep, it was revealed the end of March -- even possibly March 26th to be exact would be the date for this update. On the contrary, a "Sprint employee" (note the quotations) proclaimed on XDA had said that Sprint was "actively working on having the Android 2.1 platform available to our Hero and Moment customers over ...

Rogers brings My Account to your Android

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Posted by Jolie Gendel on March 20th, 2010

You gotta give Rogers credit for being pro-Android, even if they are a couple steps behind other markets. They recently took a couple steps forward with the release of MyAccount app for their Android customers, allowing people to view their account information from their device, similar to the MyAccount app from T-Mobile, but with a couple extras. Features available in this app are: View current Voice, Data, and Messaging use for the month so far Check account balance, billing cycle, and last payment Make a payment directly within application Common help and support issues Available in English and French languages Feedback form Overage Alerts A few things to note ...

Install an APK from your email with tAttachApkInstaller from taosoftware co.,ltd

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Posted by DanaFW on March 20th, 2010
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Awe-some. Despite it's awkward name, tAttachApkInstaller from taosoftware co.,ltd is quite useful. It allows you to install an APK file from an attachment in an email, from the Gmail app. It's that simple. It doesn't put an icon in your menu, and it's only 35.54kb in size. Without this app, when you have an APK as an attachment, you would have to go to your computer, download the attachment, and then put it on your phones SD card. Now, it's as easy as this: Once you have an email as an attachment, you tap the Preview button to fetch it. You will ...

Google hiring Android communications manager

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Posted by Jolie Gendel on March 20th, 2010

The role: Communications Manager, Android As a member of the Communications team based at Google headquarters in Mountain View, California you will work cross functionally to: (1) help communicate Android product and partner messaging; (2) create specific campaigns that target consumer and developer audiences; (3) establish solid contacts with journalists and industry partners, and develop print and web-based materials targeted at a range of different audiences; and (4) quickly respond to global industry trends or issues in the mobile space. You are a very strong writer who can process complex issues - through blog posts, FAQs, video scripts and more - ...

CyanogenMOD v5.0.5 for HTC/Google Nexus One Released

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Posted by Chase Bahers on March 19th, 2010

Cyanogen has been quiet for a few weeks on the release front but now, the very much anticipated CyanogenMOD v5.0.5 has finally been released and is available for download. For full support of Cyanogen ROMs and updates, don't forget to also check out the CyanogenMOD official site. I don't know where to start with all of the changes that are included in this new version so I am going to simply post the change log. Remember that this ROM is for the Nexus One. Changelog * New Apps2SD method built into the framework. See the wiki for instructions! HUGE HUGE      thanks ...

Sony Ericsson X10 video unboxing and demo

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Posted by Simon Walker on March 19th, 2010

John Walton over at DroidDog is one lucky man.  Arriving at his door was the FedEx man with a nice package containing a Sony Ericsson X10 review unit. First thing he did was pull out his video camera and start recording his first experiences with the the sleek new device. Still based on  Android 1.6, the Sony Ericsson X10 is behind in the OS front but the additional interface enhancements Sony Ericsson have added kinda make up for the OS downfalls.  Still, there are rumors that the Android version will be updated by Sony Ericsson eventually. First looks are real nice.  With a custom Blue ...

Virgin Mobile UK adding 2 more Androids to the line up

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Posted by Jolie Gendel on March 19th, 2010

So the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers. Lucky for us more than just rain will be dropping next month. Currently offering LG InTouch Max and the Samsung Galaxy, Virgin Mobile UK is adding the much desired HTC Desire and Sony Ecrisson Xperia X10 featuring Timescape and Mediascape applications. From the press release: Virgin Media first introduced its customers to the world of Android by launching the popular LG InTouch Max. Just out on Virgin Media is the hot new Samsung Galaxy Portal on a range of exceptionally compelling tariffs. In the coming weeks, the sleek and high-spec HTC Desire ...

MoDaCo Desire Custom ROM for Nexus One Alpha 17

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Posted by Simon Walker on March 19th, 2010

MoDaCo has released another version of the Desire Custom ROM for the HTC/Google Nexus One.  Alpha 17 is the latest release and is now built from the official Desire ROM. Known Issues Bluetooth does not work reliably FM Radio finds stations but does not produce any sound Footprints camera view is rotated 90 degrees Changelog Alpha 17 This update is based on 1.15.405.3, which is the Desire shipping ROM Completely rebuilt everything from the ground up - please report any issues not shown in the 'known issues' above Reverted HTC IME to stock version Prebaked download is now available with or ...

Hero_Over CyanogenMOD BakedGoods 1.1 full of features For Nexus One

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Posted by Simon Walker on March 19th, 2010

Hero_Over has released an modified CyanogenMOD with his his tweaks and optimizations for your HTC / Google Nexus One.  The last update was 3/13/2010.  You can now get a high speed direct download directly from AndroidSPIN. BakedGoods 1.1: -added trackball succession (never miss a notification again) -created script to replace modded launcher 2 with stock (type su in terminal and then type idontlikeit.sh) (ignore error and press home) -added some apns (if you want your apn in there send me a pm request) -click trackball to unlock phone (thanks metalhead) (go to settings>sound&display to enable -click trackball to skip song (metalhead) -battery meter ...

Review of HTCClay’s FastTest 3.0.3

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Posted by Luke Gibbs on March 19th, 2010
Main screen FastTest

HTCClay has released another update to his FastTest ROM, taking us to version 3.0.3. As the title suggests this is a quick ROM. As always from HTCClay's ROMs it is also very smooth and great for everyday use. This one has a very nice new music player with some widgets for the music player too. The launcher has also been modified on this, very similar to the Nexus One launcher I have seen elsewhere. Battery life is very impressive too, finishing a day's normal usage after setups and downloads with 40% left. There was a small issue with setting up the ...

OpenEclair v2.0 to support new features, new kernel, and 3D support

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Posted by Jason Bowdach on March 19th, 2010

The OpenEclair team has been pretty quiet to the general public for a while now, but the developers, wesgarner and ChrisSoyars, have been hard at work getting the new version 2.0 of OpenEclair ready for public consumption.  With the help of a select few Alpha testers, the team has been working though many issues and bugs to hopefully release a stable version first time. Some of the new additions to the project include 3D support (with full GPU acceleration), a brand new kernel designed by WesGarner which helps the build achieve "donut level speeds", and a completely revamped MMS app. Take a look at the ...

Memo to Sprint Employees regarding 2.1

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Posted by Allen Kiehl on March 19th, 2010

Can you hear the groans from Sprint customers? According to a Sprint employee at XDA-Developers CDMA Hero forum, Sprint has sent employees a memo outlining how to keep customers’ spirits up regarding the new update. This information has been taken as a refutation of recent rumors that the Hero and Moment would be updated on March 26th. Some key quotes can be found here: Let your customers know we are actively working on having the Android 2.1 platform available to our Hero and Moment customers over the coming weeks. Look for more information coming in April ...

AppBrain gets smarter, filters out spam apps

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Posted by Jolie Gendel on March 19th, 2010

Just a few days ago I reviewed AppBrain, an application/online market/app sync tool.  Overall, I found it an easy and very useful program to have, though there was room for improvement.  AppBrain went to class and became a little smarter.  Searches now filter out spam apps, these results are now just shown as light grey lines. If you're interested in them, you can still click them to get the full search result. Hurray, no more spam, but how did they do it? We calculated statistics on all developers in the AppBrain database, which covers all apps that are available in the US. In ...

Sprint shows love to the Nexus One!

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Posted by Asad Rafi on March 18th, 2010
Google-Nexus-One-Sprint CDMA

The Nexus One is really a beautiful handset. The phone so far seems to be a hot selling point for the current companies involved in selling the phone. The first US carrier to announce the Nexus One was the T-Mobile, and now the Nexus One is also compatible with AT&T (and the Rogers) networks. Soon, it will be available on Verizon. Now we have Sprint joining in on the Nexus One party. The rumor was confirmed true today when Sprint officially announced that "Google would launch a version of the Nexus One Android 2.1 smartphone compatible with its 3G Mobile ...

The Hypocrisy of Apple’s Lawsuit against HTC

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Posted by Chase Bahers on March 18th, 2010

“We’ve Always Been Shameless About Stealing Great Ideas” –Steve Jobs It was inevitable that the competition would catch-up to Apple's iPhone, and its App Store eventually. My guess is that in the near future we will see an Android based equivalent to iTunes either built by, or endorsed by Google that will sync media from desktop or possibly the cloud to your hand held device. Think of Double Twist which exists already but it's not endorsed by Google, and not yet widely adopted. With the recent competition that Google has bestowed upon Apple's handset business model by offering its own handset, and ...

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