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Unlocked Phones- Moving America More Towards Europe's Mobile Model

Will the Google Nexus One Self-Destruct Android?

Leading up to the release of the Google Nexus One, many have wondered if by creating their own device is Google putting a self-destruct timer on their coveted Android platform. My thinking is that it will maybe cause a split in some partnerships but ultimately Google will hang on to their most valued partners. Around many of the forums I have looked into many people have asked recent purchasers of the Motorola Droid if they will get envious of this new “Google Phone?” Many have answered, “No.” The Nexus one will have a 3.7 in OLED display and will run Google newest version of Android 2.1, while the Droid has 3.7 in non-OLED display, and runs Android 2.0.1. All in all the Nexus One isn’t that big of step up from the Moto Droid. Sure the Nexus does pack a super fast 1 GHz Snap Dragon Processor, but software wise 2.1 isn’t that much better than 2.0.1. As for the rest of the Android ecosystem the Nexus One might put a little dent but nothing crazy that won’t be repaired with future device releases. The Nexus will be released initially on T-Mobile’s network (kind of a downer) but will come to Verizon in the spring of 2010 (very excited). However, being a Droid owner myself, I am not finding myself being in anyway mad at Google about my purchase of the Droid. The Droid is a great phone and other great phones are the horizon everyday that improves on present day technology. Google is making a huge effort to totally transform the way Americans go about purchasing cell phones and their plans, and making changes to such an established market is going to have its rough patches, but Google is trying to keep all partners happy. CEO of Motorola was even on Stage with Google and HTC at the Nexus One release and more importantly, on the Google.com/Phone website there is a Verizon option that is not yet available but underneath it reads “Can’t wait for your Verizon Nexus One? Click here.” That click here link brings you directly to the Motorola Droid’s page on Verizon’s website.

            Therefore as you can see Google is doing its best to make everyone happy. Like I said trying to make major changes to an all ready established process will have its bumps but what Google is trying to do, releasing unlocked phones, letting you choose what phone you want and what service provider to choose is an amazing idea and would totally revolutionize the cell phone industry. 

Great Up and Coming Film Makers

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LUNCH - Rocky Mountain Fun from Mike Dempsey on Vimeo.


LUNCH - Mike Dempsey from Mike Dempsey on Vimeo.

Bob Dylan

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Song Of the Week

This will be a small segment that I will share once a week..this week's song is....

A great quality video of Jimi Hendrix playing "Hey Joe" at the 1967 Monterey Pop Festival..enjoy

Photos By A Friend of Mine (Mike Dempsey)

Everyone should take a quick break from facebook and check out my buddies flickr account..go now, do it

http://www.flickr.com/photos/45965543@N03/

Quick Tech Review-Google Maps Navigation Beta

           So I finally have gotten a chance to try out and test the newly released Google Maps Navigation, and let me just say I am impressed. Google has Garmin and Nuvi shaking in their boots about this very exciting release. I put my Droid into the Motorola made Car dock and the Droid obviously fits nice and snug, and the massive 3.7inch bright screen makes viewing the Navigation application a pleasurable experience. The app also comes with Google’s voice recognition software that actually works amazingly well. I press the voice command button and say, “navigate to J. Crew,” (because as you know I have to stay stylish) a list of the closest stores pops up as the Navigation app launches, I choose my desired destination and I’m off.
        My first Impression of the software was that it was very visually pleasing. I previously owned a $150 or so Garmin and the look of the software on it was very “pixely” and choppy. The Google Maps look is a lot easier to use and work with. As I continued driving I realized I had become rather parched and was hoping to find a place I could stop off to get a drink and perhaps a bite to eat. Hitting the Layers button in the Menu allowed me to add a number of different “layers,” such as Gas Stations and ATM’s and Banks, and Restaurants. It was so perfect how the UI of the app was designed. Another great but subtle feature is in the bottom left corner there is a light that is either lit up green, yellow, or red which represents the traffic for the route you have entered. If the light is red there is the option to re-route even before you come in contact with the traffic. As my drive continued the voice of the person did get somewhat annoying being it sounds like a very old fashion robot, but honestly it’s a small small price to pay for this app, and did we forget to mention it’s FREE! About to arrive at my destination Google Nav gives me a street view of my destination just incase I don’t know what it looks like, which is another great help.
      All in all the app worked great, I know some people have complained of the app telling them to turn onto one-way streets, but I’m sure those tiny kinks will be worked out in version 1.0 because remember this is a beta; To sum up, owners of Motorola Droids, or Nexus One’s or whatever other hacked device that might have this app, be happy and grateful Google is giving something so great away for free. Until next time

johnnb

cold

walked around the city for a little bit yesterday..can it seriously get any colder

Starting Up

first post for the new blog..just saying hello