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Android Market download issues

By John Walton September 24, 2009 - 7:58pm EST Comments

How many times has this happened to you? You're on 3G and/or Wi-Fi, you launch the Market, buy an app, and you get that "Downloading" progress bar, but it never moves. It can stay that way for hours, but after a reboot, you see that the app was downloaded and installed - probably 10 seconds after you tapped the button to purchase. I'm getting mixed feedback... Read more »

Galaxy Lite is lookin purty sweet

By John Walton September 9, 2009 - 6:34pm EST Comments

Thanks to Android Guys for giving the heads up on some Galaxy Lite news over at ai.rs - the site responsible for the pics and video below. The source doesn't expect to see those green battery covers on the street but I think they're a good idea. This phone is aimed at a younger audience that might not have the cash to shell out for the more distinguished "Pro"... Read more »

The Android Market is getting a refresh (‘Bout time!)

By John Walton August 31, 2009 - 4:54pm EST Comments

It's been a long time coming. But it looks like we're finally about to have a good chunk of complaints regarding the Android Market addressed. I haven't seen anything indicating app screenshots (have you?), but check out the slick new layout in these images from cnet. I'd say it looks much more polished and user-friendly than the raw app dump we're all used... Read more »