April, 2010 - Android Community

Facebook for Android updated to v1.2

By David Junior
on 24 Apr, 2010

This update is long overdue. Those of you that have used this app know it’s not that good, and that’s disappointing for an official app. You would think the app from the company itself would be the best but that is often not the way it is. V1.2 brings with it the ability to access your inbox and notifications. Are you excited yet? This feels like when MMS was finally made available on the iPhone. This basic feature should’ve been there from the beginning.

T-Mobile Garminfone In The Wild

By David Junior
on 24 Apr, 2010

Looking for a better navigation experience on your Android device? Garmin’s entry into the Android game may the device you’ve been waiting for. this phone promises to have great navigation features that many of may feel Google Maps is lacking.

Cisco 7-inch Android communications tablet in works?

By David Junior
on 24 Apr, 2010

Rumor alert, Cisco may be entering the Android game. This rumored was pieced together during a recent CNET podcast. They received a tipped that said Cisco may be working on a 7 inch Android tablet that will be centered around audio, video and WebEx.

Android DAB Radio?

By David Junior
on 24 Apr, 2010

The versatility of the Android OS has it capabilities once again. Android has been seen on kitchen appliances and many other things. It’s only fitting that a radio is in the works.

No Free Google Maps Turn-by-Turn GPS Navigation For The iPhone

By David Junior
on 23 Apr, 2010

There has been a rumor around the web that Google will be adding free navigation to the iPhone. Google has denied such claims but left the door open slightly by stating that it may come to multiple mobile platforms in the near future. Also, other Maps features could make their way onto the iPhone.

Archos 7 Home Tablet available for pre-order at Amazon for $199.99

By David Junior
on 23 Apr, 2010

We're a little closer to getting this beautiful tablet in our hands. Amazon is now taking pre-orders for the Archos 7 tablet. You can place your order now for a very pocket friendly $199 for this 8GB model. The 2GB model is expected to be priced at $179. Amazon may be the first of many retailers to carry this device, now shipping date has been set but it’s expected to start at the end of this month.

Cruz Reader and Cruz Tablet

By David Junior
on 23 Apr, 2010

The Android tablets are coming out of the wood work. This is another one that promises to be an affordable option for all your Android needs. It looks pretty good and if the dock comes with it, it would really be a great deal. The version of Android that is preinstalled is not known.

Sprint is giving 10 lucky winners a free EVO 4G

By David Junior
on 22 Apr, 2010

Don’t break your neck heading over there just yet. We all would love to get our hands on this phone, and the price can’t be beat. It’s free and this offer comes with a few other perks.

Want to make Opera Mini 5 your default Browser?

By David Junior
on 22 Apr, 2010

Since the release of this lightning quick browser for Android, many users wanted to use this as their default browser. I don’t really know why Opera didn’t add this feature to the app but you couldn’t do it. There is now an app that will make this possible.

Vodafone UK’s Nexus One launching in “April”?

By David Junior
on 22 Apr, 2010

Today Vodafone has updated their "Coming Soon" page for the Nexus One to "Coming Soon/April". From looks of it, it could be a mistake. Why put up an April release in the last days of April? It has been almost four months now that Vodafone customers have been waiting for the Nexus so if this is true you can possibly put in your order today.