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Android Market versus Apple App Store

My current carrier, T-Mobile, may have the first android phone as soon as next month. I doubt it will be an interface slam-dunk like the iPhone, but news of its app store, Android Market, and the full keyboard are enough to make me wait and see.
The Ars Technica article below compares/contrasts Google’s plan with [...]

A Great Night for Podcasts

 
One small consolation of my contract in Rockville is spending quality time with my iPod Touch, podcasts, and the Civic–who is now officially named “Blue Monday”.  Tonight’s drive was especially pleasant from both the driving and podcast listening perspectives.  Here are some highlights from the things I heard:
Beer-Drinking Tree Shrews
Oh, beer.  You are such [...]

My iPhone Ultimatum

I’ve given up on iPhone 3G after 48 frustrating hours.  Instead of today’s post praising the platform, I must chastise Apple for one of the worst product launches in memory.  Given Veronica Belmont’s experience, maybe I should be grateful for the delay.  To avoid my inevitable agonizing over buying it or not buying it, I’ve [...]