Just about a week ago T-Mobile customers who pre-ordered the G1, which runs on Google’s mobile operating system, Android; have now seen their dreams come true.
T-mobile G1
I was one of the early recipients of the device and my first
impression was “they did a great job” and it was certainly worth the wait.
Contrary to what I had read about performance issues, the
device is very responsive. In my review of the G1, I have made every conscious
effort to keep an open mind and minimize comparisons with other operating
systems and Mobile devices such as Windows
Mobile, Palm OS, RIM, Symbian, 3G I-phone and many others.
The G1 has a very simple and functional design, the keys are
very easy to navigate and a nice trackball. The home screen is fully customizable
and each time you hold an icon on the home screen there is a cool vibration of
the device.
The G1 is tightly integrated with Google mail, meaning when
you set it up you are required to use your Gmail account information. The 3G is
pretty fast making you tube and other multimedia downloads a breeze. The
Android Market is interesting and it is amazing how developers are flooding the
market on a daily with creative applications (http://www.android.com/market/ ). If
there’s an application you desire chances are it is on the market. Download and
installation of applications are very fast and simple.
Other cool features of the T-Mobile G1 with android include
the following:
Voice-dial (impressive)
GPS
Music Player – (One of the best by far!)
Great Reception
Excellent call quality
Pattern unlock functionality
Accelerometer
The not so cool:
Base of the phone makes it awkward when typing, needs some
getting used to.
With that said if you are on the market for a new phone, I
suggest you try it out. Post all comments or questions and I will address them
to the best of my knowledge.
