This week, Rogers released the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini. The X10 Mini is the latest Android-powered device to hit Rogers and it is definitely the smallest Android device in Canada.

The device is ready for sale at Rogers store locations and Rogers online for $29.99 on a 3-year agreement with a voice/data plan of $45 or more. The device is ... Read More]]>

This week, Rogers released the Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 Mini. The X10 Mini is the latest Android-powered device to hit Rogers and it is definitely the smallest Android device in Canada.

The device is ready for sale at Rogers store locations and Rogers online for $29.99 on a 3-year agreement with a voice/data plan of $45 or more. The device is also available at $274.99 with a 2-year agreement, $324.99 with a 1-year agreement, and $374.99 with no agreement.

The X10 Mini opens up new possibilities for a compact smartphone. This full-featured Android smartphones offer a 2.6 touch screen with a unique 4 corner homescreen, keeping you a tap away from all your important messages or applications. The incredible design allows these devices to fit neatly into any pocket.

The Android-powered device has launched with Android 1.6 OS and is upgradeable to Android 2.1 OS later this year. The Xperia X10 Mini further includes such features as Sony Ericsson’s infinite button and Timescape and removable back plates that come in black, green, and pink.

The X10 Mini features a 2.6-inch touchscreen display, built-in WiFi and GPS, and a 5-megapixel camera with LED flash. The device can support up to 16GB of storage with a microSD card, of which Rogers includes a free 4GB microSD card with the device.

[Rogers]

This week, Google has officially stopped selling the Nexus One directly from their web store.

This should not be a surprise to many, as Google indicated that when it receives its last shipment and exhausts their inventory, they would no longer sell the device directly to end-users.

Visiting the Google Nexus One phone page gives visitors the following notice:

The Nexus One is no longer available for purchase directly from ... Read More]]>

This week, Google has officially stopped selling the Nexus One directly from their web store.

This should not be a surprise to many, as Google indicated that when it receives its last shipment and exhausts their inventory, they would no longer sell the device directly to end-users.

Visiting the Google Nexus One phone page gives visitors the following notice:

In the USA, customers can still purchase the Nexus One through T-Mobile (on contract).

In Canada however, since we do not have a carrier who officially sells the Nexus One, Canadians will be unable to purchase the device. Previously, Canadians only had the Google Nexus One web store for purchases.

[Google]

Looking to buy an Android device in Canada? If so, Rogers has discounted some of their Android devices.

The company has dropped the prices of the Samsung Spica, Sony Ericsson Xperia X10, and the Motorola Quench.

The Spica received a $70 price drop, the Xperia X10 dropped by $50, and the Quench dropped by $20. The discounted prices are available on a 3-year term only.

Earlier this week, Telus held an event for the HTC Desire where the company officially announced that the device was “coming soon”. Telus did not supply any official dates or pricing but we do know that the Desire will ship with Android OS 2.1.

We also know that in July 2010, an HTC representative reported that the upcoming HTC Desire would receive ... Read More]]>

Earlier this week, Telus held an event for the HTC Desire where the company officially announced that the device was “coming soon”. Telus did not supply any official dates or pricing but we do know that the Desire will ship with Android OS 2.1.

We also know that in July 2010, an HTC representative reported that the upcoming HTC Desire would receive the Android 2.2. update. The device will ship with Android 2.1, but it will be upgradable.

The time line for the Android 2.2 update for the HTC Desire was estimated at around Summer/Fall 2010.

Now, early reports of pricing have started to come in. Initial pricing rumors peg the HTC Desire at $79.99 with a 3-year voice and data plan agreement. The outright price is rumored at $449.99.

The HTC Desire will ship with a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, a 3.7-inch display, a 5-megapixel camera with flash , and WiFi. The device can further hold up to 16GBof storage with a microSD card.

[MobileSyrup]

Back in May, rumors indicated that Telus was to release their next major Android device coming from HTC. The HTC Desire was rumored to hit Telus this summer 2010.

Soon after, in July 2010, an HTC representative reported that the upcoming HTC Desire would receive the Android 2.2. update. The device will ship with Android 2.1, but it will be upgradable.

The time line for the Android ... Read More]]>

Back in May, rumors indicated that Telus was to release their next major Android device coming from HTC. The HTC Desire was rumored to hit Telus this summer 2010.

Soon after, in July 2010, an HTC representative reported that the upcoming HTC Desire would receive the Android 2.2. update. The device will ship with Android 2.1, but it will be upgradable.

The time line for the Android 2.2 update for the HTC Desire was estimated at around Summer/Fall 2010.

This week, Telus held an event for the HTC Desire where the company officially announced that the device was “coming soon”. Telus did not supply any dates or pricing but we do know that the Desire will ship with Android OS 2.1.

Chief Marketing Officer, David Fuller, stated the following:

“With social media being an essential part of the way Canadians communicate and stay informed, TELUS is committed to bring them some of the best smartphones available on the market to answer that need. The HTC Desire is not only the perfect smartphone to stay in the know of everything that’s going on around you”.

The HTC Desire will ship with a 1GHz Snapdragon processor, a 3.7-inch display with a resolution of 800×480, a 5-megapixel camera with video, and WiFi. The device can further hold up to 32GB of storage with a microSD card.

[MobileSyrup]

Earlier this year, XM Canada released an app called “XM online+” for the iPhone and Blackberry.

XM online+ essentially gives users access to all of the talk, music, sports, and entertainment shows on XM and costs $7.99 per month (or $2.99 per month when bundled with a XM subscription).

This week, the company announced that they have an Android app in the works for XM online+ that should be available later ... Read More]]>

Earlier this year, XM Canada released an app called “XM online+” for the iPhone and Blackberry.

XM online+ essentially gives users access to all of the talk, music, sports, and entertainment shows on XM and costs $7.99 per month (or $2.99 per month when bundled with a XM subscription).

This week, the company announced that they have an Android app in the works for XM online+ that should be available later this summer.

While there is no information beyond “later this summer”, there is an information page where users can sign up to be notified when the service goes live.

The sign up also gives users a 14-day trial of the service right away (used through a browser).

[XM]

This month, the Android platform is set to pass the 100,000 app (paid & free) milestone! To date, the market has over 90,000 apps, giving it a few more weeks to reach 100,000.

While this is not yet an official Google number, we expect Google to make a formal announcement soon.

It was only just the end of June 2010 that Google passed the 65,000 app mark. It is clear that ... Read More]]>

This month, the Android platform is set to pass the 100,000 app (paid & free) milestone! To date, the market has over 90,000 apps, giving it a few more weeks to reach 100,000.

While this is not yet an official Google number, we expect Google to make a formal announcement soon.

It was only just the end of June 2010 that Google passed the 65,000 app mark. It is clear that the Android platform is rapidly growing.

While the Android Market is still behind Apple’s App Store, which is currently serving more than 225,000 applications, the Android Market is catching up.

Many major developers, such as Amazon and Sling Media, have recently begun porting apps that had previously only been available on other platforms, such as Apple’s iOS.

These new apps, mixed with a growing customer base, have helped the Android Market grow.

[Electronista]

Back in April, it was rumored that the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero would be available some time near the end of April.

That estimate became May, which then became June. In other words, the Android 2.1 update has been continously delayed for the HTC Hero.

This week, new estimates put the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero being available sometime in the first half of August. Reports ... Read More]]>

Back in April, it was rumored that the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero would be available some time near the end of April.

That estimate became May, which then became June. In other words, the Android 2.1 update has been continously delayed for the HTC Hero.

This week, new estimates put the Android 2.1 update for the HTC Hero being available sometime in the first half of August. Reports indicate that Telus is still testing the OS upgrade.

At this time, the reason is unknown to why the Android 2.1 update has been delayed for so long, but back in April, Telus indicated that the reason for the delay at the time was due to a lack of effort. The reason is both vague and cryptic and Telus has been silent since.

Hopefully this August 2010 report comes true and HTC Hero owners can finally officially update to Android 2.1.

[MobileSyrup]

This week, HTC’s global PR and online community Manager Eric Lin indicated why the Android 2.2 update has not been ported to HTC devices.

The basic story is that it takes time to port the apps to Android 2.2 and the effort needed for testing is what is taking so long. Clearly, HTC wants a perfected migration and needs the time to do so.

While waiting a long time is not ... Read More]]>

This week, HTC’s global PR and online community Manager Eric Lin indicated why the Android 2.2 update has not been ported to HTC devices.

The basic story is that it takes time to port the apps to Android 2.2 and the effort needed for testing is what is taking so long. Clearly, HTC wants a perfected migration and needs the time to do so.

While waiting a long time is not good to hear, what is good to hear is that the changeover to Android 2.2 will take significantly less time than the Android 1.5 to 2.1 update did, at least according to Lin.

When asked about Android 3.0, Lin also mentioned that HTC may not be ready with updates until 2011. This was an expected answer, since even Google has been quiet on Android 3.0 news.

While no specific release date was given for the HTC Android 2.2 migration, Lin did say that he believes the Android 2.2 updates will be completed by the 2010 holiday season.

[Electronista]

Here is some good news for Rogers HTC Magic owners.

This week, the Rogers Social Media team sent out a series of tweets indicating that the Android OS 2.1 update is coming for the HTC Magic.

As many remember, the HTC Magic was one of the first Android-powered devices to hit Canada, along with the HTC Dream. Both devices, especially the Magic, has had their share of problems such ... Read More]]>

Here is some good news for Rogers HTC Magic owners.

This week, the Rogers Social Media team sent out a series of tweets indicating that the Android OS 2.1 update is coming for the HTC Magic.

As many remember, the HTC Magic was one of the first Android-powered devices to hit Canada, along with the HTC Dream. Both devices, especially the Magic, has had their share of problems such as the urgent 911 fix and then the recent re-branding to “Magic+”.

The first tweet sent out indicated that Rogers has received a draft of OS 2.1:

“Okay Magic fans, I have an update for you! Rogers has received a draft OS 2.1 Magic upgrade from HTC”.

The tweet immediately following hinted at an upcoming release date for the OS 2.1 update:

“We’re in process of testing. No solid release date as that depends on Google’s approval as well. We anticipate end of Aug but plz stay tuned”

So it seems like Rogers HTC Magic owners may be receiving the Android 2.1 OS update this August 2010. The only unfortunate aspect is that the Android 2.2 update is already coming up, but at least the Magic will be somewhat almost up to date.