HTC G1
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Tuesday, December 23, 2008
HTC G1 is first “Google Cellphone” in the world. HTC G1 use Qualcomm technology & Android platform that is sponsored by Google as open platform in the world. This cellphone is produced by HTC and use Android as software base. Android software has optimized with MSM7201A chip set.
The brain of G1 is dual core chipset for data processing, multimedia, 3D graphics and 3G connection. Android as a platform could really shake things up in the mobile world.
The phone features a 3.17” touchscreen with a full QWERTY thumbboard hidden underneath, and a trackball. While G1’s feature set has a few glaring omissions, like no Stereo Bluetooth or Video capture or playback out of the box, the platform is meant to be built upon by developers.
It also supports 3G, Wi-Fi, GPS, and Bluetooth. The operating system offers good integration with Google applications as well as access to the Amazon MP3 Store and YouTube. As more applications become available, the G1 will also become a more powerful smartphone for all types of users.
Plus Points of HTC G1:
1) Capacitive touch screen: The G1 has a capacitive touch screen just as the iPhone does. This means it is very responsive when you touch it. It also has haptic feedback, to let you know you've performed certain actions.
2) Easy-to-Use Interface: The layout is easy to understand, and simply makes sense.
3) Google services integration: It comes with Gmail, Google Map with Street View, Google Search, YouTube, and others are built into the User Interaface.
4) QWERTY keyboard: The G1 has a real, physical keyboard for typing out e-mails, instant messages, and test messages.
5) Upgradability: The Android UI is open source, and can be upgraded and added to over time.
Drawbacks of HTC G1:
1) Hardware Quality: G1 feels cheap. The plastics used aren't of high quality and the trackball didn't work all the time.
2) The camera. The G1 may have a 3-megapixel camera with autofocus, but it doesn't have a flash, nor a vanity mirror.
3) No headphone jack. This is something HTC needs to deal with on more phones than just the G1. The G1 does not have a 2.5-mm or 3.5-mm headset jack. That means you have to use a USB adapter if you want listen to music.
4) No PC syncing. There is no desktop syncing client available for the G1. That means if you want to sync your contacts, calendars, etc., you have to do it all through the Internet. While this functionality is a large part of the G1's premise, there are those who are going to want to have more control and sync directly from their computer.