here come the androids!

The first “google phone” is on the market. At least on the US market. HTC’s G-1.

Have a look…

And have a look at other phone geeks having a look…

I must say I think I prefer the mix of touch screen and keyboard controls. The best of both worlds?

One of the key features of Android is an open architecture that encourages third party developers to build new phone applications. Here is an example of one that mightn’t be popular with retailers.

Want to know more? The Sydney Morning Herald’s ‘Digital Life’ column recently did an interesting piece on Google, the Android and how it stacks up to the iPhone.