Rumor: T-Mobile Considering Free Gmail for G1 Users?

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XVI3aIIlzvU/UulxowKSOvI/AAAAAAAAAFg/V2K93YT-6YI/s1600/gmail-logo1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="132" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-XVI3aIIlzvU/UulxowKSOvI/AAAAAAAAAFg/V2K93YT-6YI/s1600/gmail-logo1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>It should come to no surprise to you guys that we love our Gmail here at AndroidCentral. Though it is certainly limited in some aspects, the potential and ongoing improvements is why we stick with it. So imagine our delight when we heard from FORTUNE that T-Mobile may be considering giving free G-Mail to G1 users? Meaning, no data plan necessary. Yeah, crazy right? A carrier offering something to their customers for free, hah!<br />But in a way, it kind of makes sense. We know that Gmail will be heavily integrated to Android (in fact, it looks like Android will require a Gmail account) and that having more users using Gmail means more eyes looking at Gmail's ads which means more money for Google, so it's not completely far-fetched.<br />But T-Mobile offering free Gmail to Android users when they charge $15 a month for the same feature to access e-mail on a Blackberry would seem like they'll lose out on money from in-house (Blackberry) switchers to Android. So mark this up as something that will more likely stay rumor than anything else. Money does make the world go around.<br />But then again..T-Mobile does need something daring like this to boost their customer base. We'll see in a few hours!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>[<a href="http://techland.blogs.fortune.cnn.com/2008/09/22/t-mobiles-google-phone-may-offer-free-e-mail/" sl-processed="1">FORTUNE</a>]</div>

Rumor: T-Mobile Considering Free Gmail for G1 Users?

It should come to no surprise to you guys that we love our Gmail here at AndroidCentral. Though it is certainly limited in some aspects, th...

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More Leaked Specs for T-Mobile G1, Very Interesting

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="title-byline "> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zIUjJ6f_RTc/Uulvy01_dqI/AAAAAAAAAFU/S0VGvdbp4og/s1600/google_g1_phone_desktop1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zIUjJ6f_RTc/Uulvy01_dqI/AAAAAAAAAFU/S0VGvdbp4og/s1600/google_g1_phone_desktop1.jpg" width="280" /></a></div><h1 class="title"><span style="font-size: small;">With the official T-Mobile Android Event less than a day away, we have some more <a href="http://tmonews.com/2008/09/info-leaks/" sl-processed="1">leaked specs from the good guys at TmoNews</a>. And well, there is some good news, some bad news, and some rather interesting news, to say the least.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: small;">It looks like the official size will be 4.6 x 2.16 x 0.63 inches and it'll weigh in at 5.6 ounces with a 480x320 HVGA screen. Talk time is 5 hours, standby time 130 hours. 3.1 megapixel camera, 3G, GPS, WiFi, and expandable memory up to 8 gb. There will also be 'one click' Google Search and obviously easy access to all of Google's Applications: Google Maps, Gmail, Youtube, Calendar, and Google Talk (<a href="http://androidcentral.com/2008/09/android-10-to-lack-full-featured-bluetooth-google-talk/" sl-processed="1">which is surprising considering earlier reports</a>).</span><br /> <span style="font-size: small;">So what's the bad news? It won't have stereo bluetooth or video capture. It looks like it'll come with a required data plan, won't work with prepay accounts, and requires a Gmail account with no corporate account option. And finally, in the strangest news, the T-Mobile G1 will be available in stores <a href="http://androidcentral.com/2008/09/t-mobile-expanding-3g-coverage-in-preparations-for-android/" sl-processed="1">within T-Mobile's 3G network</a>, meaning those outside of T-Mobile's 3G Network (the entire United States?) will have to order through T-Mobile.com.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: small;">Hopefully at tomorrow's event the good news stays good and the bad news get better. We don't have to wait too long!</span></h1></div></div>

More Leaked Specs for T-Mobile G1, Very Interesting

With the official T-Mobile Android Event less than a day away, we have some more leaked specs from the good ...

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Official T-Mobile G1 Product Pictures Leaked

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KCluymZmD48/Uulvc9Mp6GI/AAAAAAAAAFM/1n4Rmi76l5U/s1600/g1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="261" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KCluymZmD48/Uulvc9Mp6GI/AAAAAAAAAFM/1n4Rmi76l5U/s1600/g1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Everyone who knows anything about Android knows that the big unveiling of the T-Mobile G1 and Android will happen tomorrow in New York City at 10:30 AM (EST). So what happens when a huge, highly anticipated event that will surely capture all the media's attention is scheduled? Leaks galore!<br /><a href="http://www.engadget.com/2008/09/22/meet-the-t-mobile-g1/" sl-processed="1">Engadget</a> has uncovered what looks like the first official product shots of the T-Mobile G1 and though that 'chin' is still apparent, it looks A LOT better in black. From the product shots we can see that the whole Google Universe will be accessible via Android: Google Maps, Gmail, Gcal, and Youtube all get prominent icons. In a couple hours, we'll officially see what Android is all about.<br />After the jump, the rest of the product shots!<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><a href="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_desktop.jpg" sl-processed="1"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-123" height="300" src="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_desktop.jpg" title="google_g1_phone_desktop" width="263" /></a><a href="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_group.jpg" sl-processed="1"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-medium wp-image-124" height="300" src="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_group.jpg" title="google_g1_phone_group" width="332" /></a><a class="lightbox-processed" href="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_maps.jpg" rel="lightbox[][google_g1_phone_maps]" sl-processed="1"><img alt="" class="lightbox2 aligncenter size-medium wp-image-125" height="300" src="http://www.androidcentral.com/articleimages/2008/09/google_g1_phone_maps.jpg" title="google_g1_phone_maps" width="343" /></a></div>

Official T-Mobile G1 Product Pictures Leaked

Everyone who knows anything about Android knows that the big unveiling of the T-Mobile G1 and Android will happen tomorrow in New York Cit...

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T-MobileG1.com is LIVE

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Nb2RvpQX95Y/UulvO4qpdjI/AAAAAAAAAFE/dIpenu_PkhI/s1600/tmog1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="198" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Nb2RvpQX95Y/UulvO4qpdjI/AAAAAAAAAFE/dIpenu_PkhI/s1600/tmog1.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Following up its <a href="http://androidcentral.com/2008/09/htc-dream-pops-up-on-t-mobiles-site-a-little-early/" sl-processed="1">appearance on T-Mobile's main website</a> and <a href="http://androidcentral.com/2008/09/official-t-mobile-g1-product-pictures-leaked/" sl-processed="1">the leaked product shots</a>, we have official word that <a href="http://announcement.t-mobileg1.com/#" sl-processed="1">T-MobileG1.com is live</a>. In its current form, the site is bare and contains no official specs, pics, pricing, plans, etc. but we can at least officially confirm that the HTC Dream will go with the name T-Mobile G1 <a href="http://androidcentral.com/2008/09/htc-dream-no-more-call-it-the-t-mobile-g1/" sl-processed="1">much like we predicted</a>. Well, we didn't see it being called the 'T-Mobile G1 with Google' though.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>Another interesting nugget is that the site has an "About 3G" tab which presumably will show T-Mobile's 3G coverage (or lack thereof). Tomorrow will be a big day for T-Mobile and its 3G rollout and G1 announcement will probably be the main attractions. Let's hope it all goes off without a hitch and we hear some good news!</div>

T-MobileG1.com is LIVE

Following up its appearance on T-Mobile's main website and the leaked product shots , we have official word that T-MobileG1.com is live...

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HTC Dream No More, Call It The T-Mobile G1

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ClCnXJqrzVA/UullNIjQfvI/AAAAAAAAAD8/723HcbBtxNk/s1600/t-mobile-g1-htc-android-dream_s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ClCnXJqrzVA/UullNIjQfvI/AAAAAAAAAD8/723HcbBtxNk/s1600/t-mobile-g1-htc-android-dream_s.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Though we here at AndroidCentral really love the HTC Dream moniker (especially if it lives up to our dreams, har har) we're fairly certain that the device known as the HTC Dream will become the T-Mobile G1 when it's all said and done. We think. Hopefully.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>Either way, here at AndroidCentral we'll be referring to it as the T-Mobile G1 until T-Mobile or Google says otherwise (which may be September 23rd) but until then, let there be no confusion. HTC Dream = T-Mobile G1. Cool?</div>

HTC Dream No More, Call It The T-Mobile G1

Though we here at AndroidCentral really love the HTC Dream moniker (especially if it lives up to our dreams, har har) we're fairly cert...

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HTC Dream Pops Up On T-Mobile's Site A Little Early

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tq69QIQmpAQ/Uuls4ZpmTZI/AAAAAAAAAE8/o70hVb-j7Fw/s1600/tmobile.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="221" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tq69QIQmpAQ/Uuls4ZpmTZI/AAAAAAAAAE8/o70hVb-j7Fw/s1600/tmobile.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">Well, look what we have here! The HTC Dream, the first Android Device, shows itself in all its glory (and slide keyboard) on T-Mobile's website (<a href="http://gizmodo.com/5052500/htc-g1-dream-shows-up-on-t+mobiles-website" sl-processed="1">Via Gizmodo</a>). The problem? Well, T-Mobile and Google have not officially announced anything regarding Android and the HTC Dream and won't until Sept 23 10:30 AM (EST) at the Android Event in New York City, NY. There isn't more information but we can see that it is black and it looks pretty darn good. We'll have much more information come Tuesday of next week.</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div>

HTC Dream Pops Up On T-Mobile's Site A Little Early

Well, look what we have here! The HTC Dream, the first Android Device, shows itself in all its glory (and slide keyboard) on T-Mobile's...

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T-Mobile Expanding 3G Coverage In Preparations for Android

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SoZQCe5M4aU/UulhHPlXOKI/AAAAAAAAADQ/RxGJLCqp058/s1600/tmobile-logo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="106" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SoZQCe5M4aU/UulhHPlXOKI/AAAAAAAAADQ/RxGJLCqp058/s1600/tmobile-logo.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>So it's no secret that the HTC Dream will have 3G and that T-Mobile will be the exclusive carrier for the first Android Device-we all know that. We also do know that in its current shape, the 3G Coverage provided by T-Mobile is pitiful at best and nearly non-existent. Having just rolled out 3G in New York in May, T-Mobile has expanded to only a total of 13 cities since then: Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, Minneapolis, New York, Phoenix, Portland, San Antonio and San Diego.<br />When the HTC Dream is released (currently speculated as being mid-October), T-Mobile will have 3G coverage in 14 more cities for a total of 27 cities with T-Mobile 3G. In comparison, by that same timeframe AT&T will have 350 cities with 3G coverage and people still complain about the lack of 3G being available on AT&T's network.<br />The lucky new 14 cities are: Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Orlando, Philadelphia, Sacramento, San Francisco, and Seattle all of which will get 3G by mid-october. And by the end of the year, six more cities will get 3G: Birmingham, Denver, Detroit, Kansas City, Memphis, and Tampa.<br />In other words, hurry up T-Mobile, the fate of Android's first impression lies with you.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>[<a href="http://news.cnet.com/8301-1035_3-10045888-94.html" sl-processed="1">Via CNET</a>]</div>

T-Mobile Expanding 3G Coverage In Preparations for Android

So it's no secret that the HTC Dream will have 3G and that T-Mobile will be the exclusive carrier for the first Android Device-we all k...

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CONFIRMED: Android Market, No App Checking from Google

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-imz4kDVDOd4/UulsQDumThI/AAAAAAAAAE0/ZIrRpzbOXFc/s1600/picture-31.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-imz4kDVDOd4/UulsQDumThI/AAAAAAAAAE0/ZIrRpzbOXFc/s1600/picture-31.png" width="214" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Google has <a href="http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2008/08/android-market-user-driven-content.html" sl-processed="1">released details</a> on Android Market, the Android application that allows easy access to other applications, in short--it's Android's version of the App Store. The version that will ship in Android 1.0 will be in beta which means it won't currently support paid applications but it certainly plans on it. Having an Android Market will make getting third party applications for Android so much easier and can really show off the versatility of Android.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>Terming it 'market' instead of 'store' was a conscious decision on Google's part because it wants to keep things open for developers and not kick out applications with no discretion (ahem, Apple). What's crucial is that Google keep malicious software out of Android Market or this free market might turn into a swap meet of malware</div>

CONFIRMED: Android Market, No App Checking from Google

Google has released details on Android Market, the Android application that allows easy access to other applications, in short--it's A...

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Gizmondo to Run Android

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5AplTpc8xs/Uulr5m52VAI/AAAAAAAAAEs/ntm974sPQr0/s1600/picture-26.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="185" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Q5AplTpc8xs/Uulr5m52VAI/AAAAAAAAAEs/ntm974sPQr0/s1600/picture-26.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />Well we guess Google wasn't lying when they said Android will be able to run on any device that wants it because we have word (<a href="http://gizmodo.com/5048402/gizmondo-2-runs-android-but-only-if-anyone-ever-turns-one-on" sl-processed="1">Via Gizmodo</a>) that the Gizmondo 2, the follow up to the underwhelming original Gizmondo, will have the option to run Android. Cool huh?<br /> <br />This shows the versatility of Android and how it can easily adapt to each platform. Though the Gizmondo isn't really relevant in terms of pushing the Android OS forward, its still puts Android in more hands. Hopefully we'll see more from this front in the coming months.</div>

Gizmondo to Run Android

Well we guess Google wasn't lying when they said Android will be able to run on any device that wants it because we have word ( Via Gizm...

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HTC Dream Pricing: $199 and Cheap Data

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="title-byline "> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ClCnXJqrzVA/UullNIjQfvI/AAAAAAAAAD8/723HcbBtxNk/s1600/t-mobile-g1-htc-android-dream_s.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ClCnXJqrzVA/UullNIjQfvI/AAAAAAAAAD8/723HcbBtxNk/s1600/t-mobile-g1-htc-android-dream_s.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><h1 class="title" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;">So if anyone says that T-Mobile isn't going after AT&T and Apple with the HTC Dream, they're lying. We're getting news <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122168844266649563.html?mod=googlenews_wsj" sl-processed="1">from the WSJ</a> that the HTC Dream will release with a $199 price point and an "aggressively priced" data plan. Coming from T-Mobile an "aggressively priced" data plan sounds intriguing considering that their plans are currently the most affordable in town.</span><br /> <span style="font-size: small;">We also are catching word that the phone will be branded in Google glory, what this means, we have no idea but be sure to expect Google announcing its arrival with this handset.</span></h1></div></div>

HTC Dream Pricing: $199 and Cheap Data

So if anyone says that T-Mobile isn't going after AT&T and Apple with the HTC Dream, they're lyi...

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Google Shows Off Android in a Video Presentation in London

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PIP6C9-jx_Q/UulndJ6q-bI/AAAAAAAAAEg/EvcxQpnhR0c/s1600/picture-13.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="183" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-PIP6C9-jx_Q/UulndJ6q-bI/AAAAAAAAAEg/EvcxQpnhR0c/s1600/picture-13.png" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>At Google's Developer Day over in London, Google seemed to show off a very complete-looking version of Android and a device that looks eerily similar to the HTC Dream. WIth the scheduled T-Mobile event to jump off September 23rd, I think it's safe to say that what we see in this video is pretty much what we'll see at the vent.<br />The actual device details were 'taped up' according to the video so we can't know for sure but Android is looking better and better by the day. Click the Read Link for the full video to see some basic Android UI and what 2 hours of development can create.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmniBnVB6wA" sl-processed="1">Read</a></div>

Google Shows Off Android in a Video Presentation in London

At Google's Developer Day over in London, Google seemed to show off a very complete-looking version of Android and a device that looks ...

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T-Mobile & Google Releasing Details About Android September 23rd, It's Official

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-26rpvRs7SvU/UulnFo424EI/AAAAAAAAAEY/Uw0IAdNlqGA/s1600/tmo-invite.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="199" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-26rpvRs7SvU/UulnFo424EI/AAAAAAAAAEY/Uw0IAdNlqGA/s1600/tmo-invite.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>So it looks like this Android thing is really ready to jump off. We have an <a href="http://www.gearlog.com/2008/09/official_tmobiles_google_andro.php" sl-processed="1">official report</a> from T-Mobile tha<br />t they will host an Android-centric Event on September 23rd at 10:30 AM. This is what we've been waiting for folks, what can we expect? The official specs of the HTC Dream, the release date, pricing information, and a full tour of Android 1.0 isn't asking for too much is it?<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>The invite itself includes peeks of Google Maps, Street View, and 3G. Hopefully, T-Mobile will announce a widespread 3G rollout and GPS turn-by-turn directions for the HTC Dream. Either way, September 23rd is not too far off and the event is sure to be amazing. Keep checking Android Central for the latest updates on the HTC Dream and Android!</div>

T-Mobile & Google Releasing Details About Android September 23rd, It's Official

So it looks like this Android thing is really ready to jump off. We have an official report from T-Mobile tha t they will host an Android-c...

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HTC Expects to Sell 700,000 HTC Dreams THIS Year

<div dir="rtl" style="text-align: right;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hx_SWFmYSbE/UulmxOYRTsI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/pnwCKD4d5ME/s1600/1494595979_c26dc145a1_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="173" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Hx_SWFmYSbE/UulmxOYRTsI/AAAAAAAAAEQ/pnwCKD4d5ME/s1600/1494595979_c26dc145a1_o.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />According to a <a href="http://online.wsj.com/article/SB122150409898737579.html?mod=rss_whats_news_technology" sl-processed="1">report from the WSJ</a>, HTC expects themselves to be able to sell 600,000 to 700,000 HTC Dream devices THIS year. Third party analysts had pegged the Dream to be able to sell 300,000 units, maybe 500,000 tops. So we're talking big expectations here.<br />We at AndroidCentral can't imagine HTC pulling this off considering how few concrete details are currently available about the HTC Dream. Plus, T-Mobile is the smallest wireless operator in the USA and the expected launch date is the END of OCTOBER. 700,000 units in 2 months of work? That's overshooting it a bit.<br /><div style="text-align: center;"> </div>But then again, if HTC manages to pull through..we'll be the first ones to apologize for doubting them.</div>

HTC Expects to Sell 700,000 HTC Dreams THIS Year

According to a report from the WSJ , HTC expects themselves to be able to sell 600,000 to 700,000 HTC Dream devices THIS year. Third party...

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