15:24 - The repetitive drums are getting a bit annoying - interestingly the screen states it's the G1 "with Google" - no mention of Android.
15:22 - We've got a nice 'G1' graphic on the screen now. Looks like we're ready to roll soon.
via mobilecomputermag.co.uk
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to lose track of the really important things in your life. Your social calendar is just a bit out of synch and friends are just a bit too far out of reach. Until now… The T-Mobile G1 redefines what it means to be kept in the loop.
Feel the exhilarating power and freedom of having all the communication tools you’re used to in your hand. Google services are at your disposal with quick one-touch access to Gmail, YouTube, Google Talk and Calendar. Smartly integrated Google Maps let you see where your online contacts live in the off-line world. Explore even more of the world with detailed street, traffic and satellite views.
Dazzle your friends with the large sensationally crisp 3.2” display. The touch-sensitive navigation is finger friendly and super intuitive but you can swing it out of the way to use the full five-row QWERTY keyboard. There is plenty of room to respond to emails, messages and even chat.
G1 delivers an extraordinary browsing experience. The G1’s browser comes with a clever multi-page window pane; it lets you surf multiple websites at the same time. Drag the page around with your finger to pan, or move from one link or textbox to another with the handy trackball positioned perfectly for your thumb. And don’t worry about waiting for pages to load. The G1 is equipped with 3.5G and Wi-Fi technology… seamlessly switching to always offer you the best connection.
Instant notification bar discretely alerts you of emails, text messages or IM sent your way. Whether you’re getting mail from Gmail, another POP or IMAP account or receiving IMs from any of the most popular services, you’ll be alerted as soon as a new message comes in.
Make the G1 your G1 with instant access to Android Market. The market is constantly updated with exciting new applications for your T-Mobile G1. Download and install your favorite software, music or games and more. The fully customizable home screen lets you put all the tools and gadgets within your finger tips.
HTC innovation joins forces with the Google experience you trust to deliver the ultimate mobile Internet in G1.
Highlights | 3.2-inch TFT-LCD flat touch-sensitive screen with HVGA (320 X 480 pixel) resolution. |
| Full 5-row QWERTY keyboard. |
| | One-click Google Search. |
| Customizable Home screen with instant Email, text message and IM notifications. |
| Instant access to Google services (Gmail, YouTube, Maps, Google Talk, Calendar). |
| High-speed 3.5G network connection. |
| Wi-Fi technology with seamless transition to open networks. |
| Android Market with access to variety of software and media downloads. (some fees may apply) |
| 3.2 megapixel color camera with auto focus. |
| microSD™ (SD 2.0 compatible) expansion slot for all your storage needs. |
http://www.htc.com/www/product/g1/overview.html
Unfortunately, real T-Mobile G1 doesn’t look pretty good
T-Mobile customers, order your G1 today while they last
Order the new T-Mobile G1 for as low as $179.99 (plus taxes and fees; two-year agreement required), exclusive to T-Mobile customers only, and be one of the first to get the T-Mobile G1 delivered right to your door as early as October 22, 2008.*
Supplies are limited, so order yours now without hassle. Without fuss. Without any long lines. After all, as a T-Mobile customer, you deserve to get what you want—when you want it.
http://www.t-mobileg1.com/pre-order-g1.aspx
Games ?
something like this:
Ryo Ichinose have written Dodge Ball for Android, a fun game where you have to move a spaceship and avoiding falling balls from the sky. Code source and video demo are available.
Will it play Doom? Who cares IT PLAYS PAC MAN!!!
Music ?
That openness will be important, because the T-Mobile G1 has some obvious holes in its software which developers are likely to fill. For example, the music player looks bare-bones compared to the excellent one on the iPhone. But looking beyond the features of the phone itself, there are two rather more interesting points to note about the G1 Android smartphone
http://www.mobilecomputermag.co.uk/20080923932/will-google-s-android-change-the-way-we-see-the-world.html
Specification
http://www.htc.com/www/product/g1/specification.html
T-Mobile G1 Product Service Guide:
G1 Product Guide - iPhone 3G Comparison
The official T-Mobile G1 product service guide lists a handy feature comparison between the G1, iPhone 3G and the Sprint Instinct.
The document also confirms the G1’s lack of Stereo Bluetooth, Video capture and Microsoft Exchange support.
The full product guide PDF can be found HERE
G1 is a good customer fit for…
Someone who is excited about personalization, web based connections, new technology, and innovative, forward-thinking applications.
Someone who needs, or wants, fast Internet access on the go.
Someone who wants an all-in-one device for music, Web, and messaging.
Someone who wants the latest in mobile applications.
official T-Mobile product guide for the G1, lots of the info (pdf)
some additional info:
http://openhandsetmagazine.com/category/applications/
http://www.engadget.com/2008/09/23/t-mobile-g1-first-hands-on/
http://www.android-freeware.org/
http://www.android.com/
http://code.google.com/android/what-is-android.html
http://www.talkandroid.com/applications/
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Google_Android
The new Android SDK 1.0 can now be downloaded from the official code site HERE
