SIM / hardware-unlocked Android Dev Phone 1

[JohnnyLicious]

Oh, snap! Out of seemingly nowhere, Google has revealed the Android Dev Phone 1, a SIM- and hardware-unlocked G1 designed to be sold exclusively to hard working developers. The handset ships with a system image that's fully compatible with Android 1.0, and obviously, it complies with any SIM card and can "flash custom Android builds that will work with the unlocked bootloader." In other words, the mobile should seriously appeal to devs who live far, far away from areas blanketed with T-Mobile coverage. In order to get one, you must first register as an Android developer on the Android Market site (which involves a one-time $25 setup fee); once you're in, you simply surf over and nail the "Purchase" link. For $399 (including free shipping in the US of A), this swanky G1 -- custom back and all -- can be yours, and it's scheduled to ship in 18 international markets soon. Would it be too much to yell "snap!" again?


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Thanks Engadget.

[andonnguyen]

Good find! We should get one man!

[jmejiaa]

I love the patern. I really love how our phones look. I'm glad its not a flashy thing.... I love it

[JayBachatero]

I saw it on Engadget. I love the pattern. Hopefully they sell the lid on ebay or something.

[JohnnyLicious]

I saw it on Engadget. I love the pattern. Hopefully they sell the lid on ebay or something.

yea i am so down to buy a back lid cover with that pattern over it.

[GasBot]

yea i am so down to buy a back lid cover with that pattern over it.

I'll sell you one for $399.

[sdsviet]

i gotta find me a cheap or free engraver so i can do the back. i wish i was in nyc, woulda love to hit up gizmodo for a free engraving. damn

[Ⱬeᵲϕ]

I knew there was something worth waiting for! This is perfect for me (and a few other ppl i know - live in france, dont have a g1 yet and interested in developing for android anyway!)

[gtrplr71]

I just found one new in a box 250.00 good deal or no? Am I to understand it does not need a sim card.