 This was our first look at the Google platform, and we must say we came away impressed. We weren't expecting much. After all, the bulk of the development will be handled by the open source community, or the carriers themselves. But what we saw was a smooth interface that responded very quickly to our input, as well as some nice visual flourishes to round out the experience. The Google apps worked very well, especially the Google Maps program, which loaded quickly and looked great on this device. What device you might ask? Well, our Texas Instrument rep hinted that the first two letters in the prototype number might be a clue. In any case, the Google Android phone may not be an iPhone killer, but from what we saw, it is certainly ready for retail. Release: January 2008.
Pros: Smooth interface. Open source platform. Support for lots of Google apps. Ready for store shelves?
Cons: Not as dazzling as the iPhone. Lacks killer apps, and even some basics. No announced retail product . . . yet.
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