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Archive for May 16th, 2010
Hey everybody! Welcome to another week of Inside Android. This week we’re gonna look at the things most everybody will change on their phones — wallpaper and ringtones. There might even be a little something extra thrown in for people using stock Android as well. Place your tray in the upright position, fasten your seatbelts and continue past the break.
We’ve been promising this for a while now and it is now here. After listening very closely to comments from users and beta testers, we have perfected version 2.0 of our site’s application.
The latest version, titled Android Guys 2, features a completely new design. We opted for a tabbed layout this time for quick and easy access to news the second you open the app. In addition to our great new layout we have also added lots of new features and upgrades from our first version. As opposed to our previous version which directed you to our mobile site for full articles, Android Guys 2 now imports full articles, images, videos, and comments right into the application! On top of this great new way to read articles, we also have improved our weekly poll section. Instead of using a Google Doc in a web browser, we now have a native poll built right in so that everything is optimized and easy to use. As well we still kept the podcasts section for listening to our archived podcasts on the go. If we haven’t sold you on this already, you’ll be pleased to know that we now have made the girls welcome with a very special news section for AndroidGals! That’s right! AndroidGuys and AndroidGals all together in one easy to use and feature-rich app!
AG 2 Free
AndroidGuys 2 – Free
Android Guys 2 – Plus
AndroidGuys 2 – Plus
We have split up the app into 4 versions and while this may sound confusing at first, it is quite simple. We still have a regular FREE and PLUS version, but as well we now have a version optimized for Android 1.5 Cupcake users and Android 1.6 and above users. When in the market make sure you pick the version that is right for you because while Android 1.5 users will only be able to see the Cupcake version, 1.6 and above users can see all 4 versions.
The latest PLUS version costs a $1.50 US and includes extras such as 2 widgets, ability to listen to previous podcasts, and no Ads! Consider upgrading if you want more features and want to support our wonderful AndroidGuys development team! For screenshots of Android Guys 2, see below.
The AndroidGuys Development Team:
Matthew Patience – Lead Developer
Raphael Savina – Lead Visual Design and Graphics
Greg Carron – Visual Design and Graphics
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- Android Guys App is in the Market
Get it while it’s hot! That’s right, we’re serving up fresh and hot Android Guys News and Podcasts right on your phone! We understand your need to get Android gossip, news, and reviews and we’re more…
It’s been a busy, busy week of Android news, with tons of information coming from every angle from leaks, to official releases and tons of Sprint Evo 4G coverage. Some new devices appear to be on their way in, and a few big-hitters from Google appear to be on their way out. Sprint Nexus One dreams are crushed, statues and screenshots of Froyo appear, and plenty of new applications have been reviewed. It was fast an furious, but don’t worry, all you have to do is check below for links to the coverage.
News
- Android sold more phones than Apple in Q1, analyst reports
- Lenovo LePhone gets unboxed, has AMOLED screen and gesture area
- Dell Aero passes through the FCC approval process
- Sprint gives up on the Nexus One, too
- Verizon LG Ally poised for preorder on May 13, full availability on May 20
- Cellular South getting the Milestone
- Yes, Google’s still working on a tablet; yes, Verizon’s ‘in talks’ to carry it
- How fast is Android 2.2? Froyo reportedly boosts speed by 450 percent
- Erick Tseng leaves Google and Android to join Facebook
- Another Android heavyweight leaving Google
- Dell Streak coming to AT&T later this summer
- Sprint Evo 4G party wrap-upMoment
- Moment 2.1 / Eris 2.1 / Hero 2.1
Applications
- Hands-on with the Dolphin Browser HD Android app
- Android Quick App – NY Times
- Official Google I/O Android app now available
- Google Maps for Android updated with biking directions, nav shortcut, sharing
- Square brings credit card payments to Android
In addition to all happening on the front page, be sure to check out the forums, for lots of great information, and any help you may be in need of!
To say everybody’s excited about the Sprint Evo 4G is a bit of an understatement, at best. You’re blowing up our forums (and inboxes) with pictures, videos and questions. Here’s what’s at the tip of your tongues:
- We were the first to bring you pictures of the Sprint retail box. OK, it’s only a box. But does you really think it’s fugly?
- The Evo’s already in the hands of a number of Sprint advocates. Have questions? Hit ‘em up here.
- A bunch of you are looking at getting the Evo, just one year after you bought the Palm Pre. There are a couple of threads covering what you need to know.
- Are you going to shell out the extra $29 a month for the 8-device hotspot feature? Discuss it here.
- Does the red ring around the camera bother anybody else?
- Let’s talk about that massive 4.3-inch screen, shall we?
And there’s plenty more discussion going on in our Evo 4G forums. Be sure you’re registered, then join in!