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Android News Roundup: Things We Missed, You Shouldn’t

We’ve been busy doing some “behind the scenes” work. Minor tweaks, massive feature updates, reviewing applications for writers, resolving spamhaus issues… just lots of “stuff”. Most of it you’ll never notice but SOME of it you definitely will – all in good time. But the POINT is that while we’ve been busy on stuff you can’t currently see on the surface, a few stories have slipped through the cracks. And we like to be thorough. So [+]

Canada Gets Paid Apps In Android Market!

The rollout seems to be happening slowly, but Canadian Android customers are finally starting to see paid applications in Android Market. The frustration over paid apps absence started a long time ago, but yesterday members in the AF Rogers Forums reported the tide was turning. Different users with different carriers and different phones with different OS versions experienced varying results, but the big story is that they have arrived at least in part. The rest [+]

The iPhone Is “A Sterile Disney-fied Walled Garden Surrounded By Sharp-toothed Lawyers”

Allow me to introduce you to Tim Bray, the brand new Developer Advocate for Google Android that left Sun Microsystems for the new role. He didn’t waste any time in throwing a few barrels of raw Kuwaiti oil onto the fire by attacking Apple’s iPhone with a loose-cannon lashing that even Joe Biden would envy: The iPhone platform is “a sterile Disney-fied walled garden surrounded by sharp-toothed lawyers,” Bray wrote. “The people who create the [+]

Spring Design Alex Available Online, In Borders In June

Yesterday we told you that the Spring Design Alex eReader could very well begin selling today – we were right. At some point today you’ll be able to purchase the eReader from the Alex store, although I’m still seeing a “we’re almost ready” message. If you order today you’re likely to get the device in about 4-weeks. Or, if you prefer to give the Alex a test drive before you buy, it’ll be arriving in [+]

Developing For Android: Where Do I Start?

There are heaps and heaps of people who have considered developing for Android, or are trying to learn how to, but just haven’t known where to start. Tim Layton feels your pain, but realizing you have a problem is only his first step – he has also published a series of Android Development Tutorial Videos that take you through the critical first steps and your first app. They’re in chronological order so the beginner knows [+]

Droid Outsells iPhone?

Flurry, a company that has analytics tracking code on at least 1 app on 80% of iPhone and Android devices, has just released some incredibly interesting statistics. With that level of reach, the company is confident they can accurately estimate/report on unit sales of individual phone models. Want to see their estimate of Motorola Droid sales vs. Apple iPhone sales after each phone was on the market for 74 days? That’s right – the Motorola Droid [+]

AT&T and Rogers Nexus One Now Available

For what seems like the LONGEST time, the Nexus One has only been available as an unlocked device usable on T-Mobile or through contract with T-Mobile, with Verizon Wireless and Vodafone options “Coming Soon”. But some Android enthusiasts are reporting that they’re now seeing AT&T and Rogers as a purchase options – here is a screenshot taken by AndroidForums admin Phases: The option was quickly pulled and most users are no longer seeing AT&T as an [+]

CLIQ XT Coming Wednesday, Getting BOGO Offer Immediately?

TMOtoday has published a trio of rumors today, stating that the Motorola CLIQ XT is arriving in stores, will start selling March 17th for $99, and will immediately be available as part of a Buy One Get One Free campaign at T-Mobile that they said would start today. Internal screenshot regarding price/date: Here is the screenshot they claim validates the latter of those 3 rumors (BOGO): I would be surprised if a brand new Android Phone were offered [+]

Dutch HTC Legend Blocking Apps In Android Market

The carrier claims it isn’t them. HTC says it isn’t them. And now many people are pointing fingers at Google for popular applications like Layar, Skype, Twidroid and ZXing Barcode Scanner not appearing in Android Market. According to Tweakers.net, HTC support is suggesting Google has blocked the apps: HTC shows through a spokeswoman that this problem is recognized. “HTC is working with Google to resolve it.” Whether the problem lies with a blockade of [+]

Red HTC Legend Exclusively On SFR In France

Untouched the HTC Legend is already considered one of the most beautiful mobile creations to date, but French carrier SFR wanted a little something special for their own legendary offering. Starting today online, and March 30th in retail stores, SFR customers will be able to purchase a version of the HTC Legend with Red accents: I couldn’t find a direct link from SFR confirming the details, but it seems a few French sites have confirmed the [+]