Android NDK Updated with OpenGL ES 2.0 Support, First NDK Game Now Available
The Android Developers blog has announced the latest update to the Native Development Kit, which now includes support for the proper extensions needed for developing 3D games using the newer Open GL ES 2.0 standard, placing games and applications developed with the NDK closer in performance to the games available on iPhone 3G/3GS and Palm […]
Android 2.1 on All U.S. Android Phones, Including G1?
Following up, a report has stated that all currently available Android devices in the U.S. will be upgraded to Android 2.1 this year, including the T-Mobile G1 and myTouch 3G over the air. The report goes on to state that in order for the upgrades to be installed over the air, certain devices (such as […]
Verizon Nexus One on March 23rd?
A new report has surfaced citing an anonymous Google employee that confirms the search provider will release the Verizon version of the Nexus One on March 23rd, which is also the first day of this year’s International CTIA Wireless Expo. The report also follows recent FCC approval of the CDMA version of the device this […]
Carriers, Google Respond to Latest FCC ETF Inquiry
Following the previous FCC inquiry, AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon Wireless along with Google have once again responded to the FCC’s ETF inquiry by stating their defense of early termination fees.
AT&T to Launch HTC Desire, Sprint to Launch HTC Legend as Hero 2
New preliminary information has surfaced regarding the launch of the HTC Hero 2, destined for Sprint and HTC Desire for AT&T.
HTC Desire Alpha ROM for Nexus One Now Available
This one is strictly for those that can handle alpha level firmware, there is now a ROM and workflow available for installing the earliest functioning version of the forthcoming HTC Desire Android build with the latest version of HTC’s Sense user interface and early Flash 10.1 support. The workflow is extensive and has been updated […]
Best Buy Motorola Devour Pricing Confirmed
Images of a Best Buy price tag printed with the forthcoming Motorola Devour’s sale price have surfaced, confirming that the Android device with flash support destined for Verizon will now be sold through the chain’s Mobile division and select Best Buy locations for $149.99 without mail-in rebate required, $50 more than the original $99.99 pricing […]
AT&T Announces Motorola Backflip Pricing and Launch Details
AT&T has confirmed and announced pricing and launch details for its first of five total Android device launches in the first half of the year in the Motorola Backflip. The Backflip features a reverse hinged QWERTY keyboard that rests on the backplate, hence the name. Technical specifications consist of a 3.1 inch HVGA resolution touch […]
Latest Nexus One ROM Leak Features Improved Radio Firmware
A new Nexus One ROM has been circulating around enthusiast circles that features a further improvement to the radio firmware not found in the most recent over the air update. The update once applied seems to fix the 3G radio issues that have plagued the device since its launch in January, with the most recent […]