Posts tagged with g1
New T-Mobile G1 Render
Posted on: Posted on May 8, 2009 8:21 PM
This pictured render of the “G1 v2” phone certainly looks attractive, especially with its sideway-sliding QWERTY keyboard. If the rumors are correct, such a device might be hitting the retail stores for about $150. The device will obviously be powered by Google’s Android. Based on the picture, we’re certainly looking forward to seeing this device in stores.
G1 In Top 5 Smartphone List
Posted on: Posted on May 7, 2009 1:31 PM
T-Mobile’s Android-powered G1 has been around for a while now, and it’s certainly been given enough time to gather some momentum. Fortunately for it, the results speak for itself, and it doesn’t disappoint. In a recent market research, the G1 managed to break into the top 5 in terms of smartphone rankings, which are topped by RIM’s BlackBerry Curve and Apple’s iPhone 3G. Beating Windows Mobile and Palm’s devices is certainly a good achievement in its first foray into the smartphone market.
Fake T-Mobile G1 Looks Realistic
Posted on: Posted on April 27, 2009 9:49 AM
Fake devices will always be around, and we’ve certainly seen more iPhone clones that we can remember. Next up, we’ve found a rather interesting T-Mobile G1 clone, and it actually looks very much like the real deal (in the pictures), and could probably fool most people, till you find out that there isn’t a slide-out QWERTY keyboard. It even runs a fake version of Android, not to mention looks very much like it. It does seem like a rather funny move though, as Android is obviously free to license. Of course, if you’re going to fake something, why not fake the OS too, right?
T-Mobile Sells 1 Million G1s
Posted on: Posted on April 23, 2009 6:18 PM
Deutsche Telekom’s Q1 results are out, and amidst all the figures, the one that might catch your eye is that over a million G1s have been sold in the US alone, which makes up the majority of the 1.5 million 3G devices that are currently active on T-Mobile’s network, certainly quite an accomplishment in just 6-months. The figure pales in comparison to the number of iPhones and BlackBerry devices sold, but let’s not pour cold water on the achievement. A pat on the back to T-Mobile USA?
T-Mobile G1 On Amazon For $97.99
Posted on: Posted on March 12, 2009 10:03 AM
Been waiting to get that black G1 at a bargain? Waste no time! Head straight for Amazon for a good deal! 82 Dollars less to be exact! You’ll have to agree to a 2-year contract, but with that kind of price point, it should be more than enough to help you make up your mind on the device.
G1 Controls Robot
Posted on: Posted on March 11, 2009 12:56 PM
Interested in robots, especially in the build-up to the upcoming Terminator flick? Well, folks over at Surveyor Robotics have introduced the SRV-1 Console, which is an open source Android app. The SRV-1 allows users to operate robots based on the company’s camera board and firmware. It will rely on the G1’s Wi-Fi capabilities to access a live video feed from the robot, after which users will be able to control the robot via the handset’s touchscreen and accelerometer. This app has already been demonstrated with several robots which include the SRV-1 Blackfin, the YARB Robotic Blimp and this home-made looking robot.
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T-Mobile G1 Runs X11
Posted on: Posted on February 24, 2009 8:26 AM
Want the whole Linux desktop environment on your Android-powered device? Well, you’ll certainly be happy at the news that some savvy folks have managed to get X11 running on T-Mobile’s G1. You’ll need to already have the Debian shell installed on the phone before you can successfully attempt this. In case you’re thinking of running GNOME or KDE on it, you might want to consider something lighter like IceWM or LXDE, which will be a lot less demanding of your cell phone’s hardware.
T-Mobile G1 Gets Turn-By-Turn Navigation
Posted on: Posted on February 13, 2009 11:34 AM
Want proper turn-by-turn navigation on your T-Mobile G1? Well, the good news is that Telenav will be rolling out its new navigation software for the G1 in late February. Initial impressions on the software have been generally good, so we’re really looking forward to it being released. A word of caution though, if you’re planning to use this service a lot, you might want invest in a car charger for your G1, as it would certainly deplete the battery of your G1 if you use it a lot. It will be available from February 24th and come with a one-month free trial.
Force Your G1 To Update
Posted on: Posted on February 10, 2009 9:47 AM
Not fond of waiting for an over-the-air (OTA) update for your T-Mobile G1? Well, some smart person out there has found a way to force your G1 to update. As usual, do be careful when updating your cell phones, steps are as follows:
1. Download the RC33 update file2. Rename it to “update.zip”
3. Copy update.zip to a freshly formatted microSD card
4. Reboot and flash your G1 with the new RC33 firmware
5. Disconnect your T-Mobile G1 from your computer if you used the data cable to access the microSD card
6. Turn off the handset by holding down the “Power” button
7. Turn it back on while holding down the “Power” (End Call) and “Home” buttons
8. When you see “Triangle” icon, open the keyboard and press “Alt” and “L” simultaneously
9. When you see some yellow text, press “Alt” and “S” simultaneously
10. Follow the on-screen instructions
11. Press “Home” and “Back” buttons simultaneously when you’re done and ready to reboot
12. The G1 will reboot as it does its thing - let it do so.
13. Enjoy RC33 with Google Latitude support and Google Voice Search!
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HTC G1 Going To Asia
Posted on: Posted on February 5, 2009 7:04 AM
It looks like HTC’s Android-powered G1 phone has taken another step to becoming global, as it has been officially announced in Singapore and Australia, and will be available via Singtel and Optus networks respectively. While there aren’t any pricing details from HTC yet, Optus already has plans for the HTC Dream up on its website. In case it slipped your mind, the HTC G1 has features such as:
- 3.2-inch display
- 5-row QWERTY keyboard
- 3G
- Wi-Fi
- 3.2 megapixel camera with auto focus
- microSD card expansion (up to 8GB)
G1 Gets Voice Search With Latest Update
Posted on: Posted on February 4, 2009 9:37 AM
It looks like G1 users in the US will be getting voice-controlled searching with the new RC-33 firmware update. After you’ve installed the latest firmware update, you’ll probably notice that there is a new microphone icon integrated into the Android browser and home screen search bar. Tapping on the icon will allow you to search for multi-word terms, making it easier to start a search, especially if you’re lazy to type the search terms. Is voice-control the way of the future, or do you still prefer the usual keyboard entry method? Drop us a comment to let us know.
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T-Mobile G1 Hat
Posted on: Posted on January 16, 2009 3:35 PM
Here’s a rather weird thing to do with your T-Mobile G1 – turn it into a Hat. Well, that’s what Dan O’Sullivan did with it. The reason behind it is that his mom was having a lot of trouble with tech, and he was tired of helping her troubleshoot without actually being there. Fortunately for him, he managed to come up with T-Mobile G1 hat, which will allow him to see what she’s seeing, and hopefully diagnose things better. Don’t expect such a hat to be available in retail stores anytime soon.
G1 Extended Battery Now Available
Posted on: Posted on January 16, 2009 3:05 PM
Many folks aren’t too happy with the battery life on the T-Mobile G1, especially with its tiny 1150mAh battery capacity. Fortunately for G1 users out there, there are manufacturers out there who have noticed this and want to help, as there is currently an extended battery being sold which has a whopping 2600mAh capacity. It’s obviously a lot bigger, and thus you’ll be getting a replacement battery cover to go with the battery. It will set you back $55, but at least your G1 will be able to last you through the day.
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