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The Android Platform. Google’s response to Apple. “GPhone” Myth. Google Wants To Go Beyond A Single Phone. The Android Platform Offers A Way To Open Up Smart-Phone Possibilities. Open Handset Alliance. Companies Such As Motorola, Samsung, T-Mobile, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, LG, Intel
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The Android Platform Google’s response to Apple
“GPhone” Myth • Google Wants To Go Beyond A Single Phone. • The Android Platform Offers A Way To Open Up Smart-Phone Possibilities.
Open Handset Alliance • Companies Such As Motorola, Samsung, T-Mobile, NVIDIA, Qualcomm, LG, Intel • Open Handset Alliance Website • Will enable rapid development, and innovation
Android Platform • Open Source Platform • Based on Linux Kernel • Create Programs • Four Key Elements
One-Open System • Accessing mobile phone functions is possible from all applications. • Open Source Allows For Incorporation Of Future Technologies
Two-Breaks Down Barriers • All Information Can Be Shared Throughout The Device. • Web Tools And Information On The Phone
Three-All Apps Created Equal • Current Phones Separate Core And Third Party Applications. • Customization Of Your Phone. I.e. keypad
Four-Fast And Easy Development • Rapid innovation and integration • SDK- Software Development Kit • 10 Million Dollars Alloted For Best Programs
iPhone Vs. Android Platform • iPhone Only Supports EDGE and WiFi • Android Will Fully Support 3G Networks • Will Android Dominate The Marketplace? -Google’s interface can be applied to multiple phones.
Endless Possibilities • Android-YouTube Link • Potential Future Development Unlimited
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