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Future of Android in India

Android has not only arrived in India but it is all set to give the iconic Apple (Windows Mobile, too) A run for their money. Although the Android phone first came to India in June last year, it has found many admirers since so first let know what Android is.

Android is an operating system, designed to be compatible with any mobile phone. The whole venture started as asmall setup - Android Inc. - based in California. The scenario changed, though, when google finally bought Android Inc., worked further on the OS and launched it as open source in October 2008. The tech giant endeavored to make the OS compatible with its other products such as Gmail, google Maps, Orkut, ets.

Designed as an open-source system, Android was launched to pose stiff competition to Google’s competitors. As the name suggests, the open-source software is open to all and anyone can access the codes to develop his/her version. Developers across the world work on open source software to create applications, patches, ets., thereby opening doors to endless possibilities.

Even though the Android phone poses a serious threat to Apple’s iPhone, it is still a newbie. Yet, geeks and tech freaks have shown keen interest while industry biggies are coming up with more innovative models every day. Bharti Airtel has been the pioneering force in launching India’s first Android powered mobile phone – HTC Magic. Other cell phone manufacturers like Motorola, Samsung and Tata have followed suit and launched high-end phones based on the Android OS. Although Indian service providers are building customised features to enhance user experience, Airtel and Tata Docomo seem to be ruling the Android domain, so far. As a result, customers subscribing to other companies may have to wait or buy new mobile connections from supporting service providers.

Says Michale Rayfiel, NVIDIA’s General manager for mobile business: “As the mobile phone becomes our most personal computer, the user experience has never been more important. NVIDIA will be working within the Open Handset Alliance to enable rich media acceleration on a new-generation of devices based on the Android Platform.”

That is good news, especially when an Indian customer has to shell out anywhere between Rs 25,000 and Rs 35,000 to own an Android. But the craze for Android-powered phones is definitely on the rise and more handsets with competitive price tags are sure to hit the market.

Innovators, however, gone one step ahead and predict the invasion of the Android OS in other spheres of life. “Android, as an application environment and platform, is not restricted to mobile phones alone,” says gokul Subramanayam, Senior Director (Worldwide Wireless Application Software Development) of Texas Instruments, India. “It will trigger new-wave applications that will meet Indian market needs. Smartphone and new consumer Device categories can leverage Android to develop Differentiated applications and services,” he elaborates.
Will the Android go way beyond the smart phones then and trigger off an open-source electronic revolution of sorts? From net book to set-top boxes, from consumer electronics to industrial equipment - Android can add a new paradigm to innovations. Till then, enjoy your Android phone and follow the cool apps coming up.
Android has not only arrived in India but it is all set to give the iconic Apple (Windows Mobile, too) A run for their money. Although the Android phone first came to India in June last year, it has found many admirers since so first let know what Android is.

Android is an operating system, designed to be compatible with any mobile phone. The whole venture started as asmall setup - Android Inc. - based in California. The scenario changed, though, when google finally bought Android Inc., worked further on the OS and launched it as open source in October 2008. The tech giant endeavored to make the OS compatible with its other products such as Gmail, google Maps, Orkut, ets.
Designed as an open-source system, Android was launched to pose stiff competition to Google’s competitors. As the name suggests, the open-source software is open to all and anyone can access the codes to develop his/her version. Developers across the world work on open source software to create applications, patches, ets., thereby opening doors to endless possibilities.

Even though the Android phone poses a serious threat to Apple’s iPhone, it is still a newbie. Yet, geeks and tech freaks have shown keen interest while industry biggies are coming up with more innovative models every day. Bharti Airtel has been the pioneering force in launching India’s first Android powered mobile phone – HTC Magic. Other cell phone manufacturers like Motorola, Samsung and Tata have followed suit and launched high-end phones based on the Android OS. Although Indian service providers are building customised features to enhance user experience, Airtel and Tata Docomo seem to be ruling the Android domain, so far. As a result, customers subscribing to other companies may have to wait or buy new mobile connections from supporting service providers.

Says Michale Rayfiel, NVIDIA’s General manager for mobile business: “As the mobile phone becomes our most personal computer, the user experience has never been more important. NVIDIA will be working within the Open Handset Alliance to enable rich media acceleration on a new-generation of devices based on the Android Platform.”

That is good news, especially when an Indian customer has to shell out anywhere between Rs 25,000 and Rs 35,000 to own an Android. But the craze for Android-powered phones is definitely on the rise and more handsets with competitive price tags are sure to hit the market.

Intex has launched its new Dual SIM Mobile name in 6660, with the cell 1200mAh battery, 3.0 megapixel camera, 3.5 inch screen large HVGA. This phone also has 62MB of internal memory, audio and video playback, Bluetooth, FM radio, recording. Intex in 6660 is classically styled with a size of 116 x 61 x 12.5 mm and weighs 105 grams. That is 3.5 inch touch screen phone that offers quality content at a resolution of decent support.

The 3 MP camera phone features video recording and enables users to capture high quality images and videos that can be precious forever. FM radio with recording and music player supports music lovers. Connectivity options Intex IN 6660 is provided by Bluetooth, WAP and GPRS. Other features that come with this phone include up to 8 GB expandable memory, motion sensor, Mobile Tracker, games, auto answer, webcam, 1200 mAh, and others. Intex IN 6660 is available in the market for an approximate price of Rs 5000.

Intex IN 6660 Touchscreen Mobile Specifications:

1200mAh Battery
3.0 mega pixel camera
3.5 inches HVGA large display
62MB Phone Memory
Audio Player and Video Player
Bluetooth connectivity
Camera support as a Webcam
Dimensions 116x61x12.5 mm
FM Radio with recording
Java
MMS/SMS
Mobile Tracker
Motion Sensor
Network GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Sound Recorder
Up to 400 hrs standby
Up to 4hrs Talk time
Up to 8GB Memory card Slot Support
Video Recording
WAP/GPRS
Weight 105gms

Future of Android in India

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