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Google can remotly force-uninstall apps

Canadian Android — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 01:02:27 +0000

Interesting bit of news floating around today… it turns out Google has the ability to remotely uninstall applications from android devices. I believe they are using this functionality to reduce the impact of malicious applications, so if a developer was to go rouge, they could pull the offending app from the market as well as uninstall the malicious content from everyone who installed it. What I wonder about though, does Google have the power to remove applications that were side-loaded, and not downloaded from the market? Also, what would happen if the app they are removing was a paid app, would the users get a refund?

“The remote application removal feature is one of many security controls Android possesses to help protect users from malicious applications. In case of an emergency, a dangerous application could be removed from active circulation in a rapid and scalable manner to prevent further exposure to users. While we hope to not have to use it, we know that we have the capability to take swift action on behalf of users’ safety when needed.” – Rich Cannings, Android Security Leader

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Android 2.2 Froyo OTA Update Rollout to Nexus One

Canadian Android — Thu, 24 Jun 2010 06:27:13 +0000

Looks like Google is rolling out an official 2.2 Froyo update to nexus one users. Now, its not apparent if this is just an update for those that used the leaked android build, or if this update will actually roll out to all nexus one users, but it would make sense considering that Google just opened up the Froyo 2.2 source today. I have not yet received this update myself on my Nexus one (T-Mobile Nexus on Rogers), but Ill be sure to keep everyone posted. There’s also a XDA Developers thread that you might want to follow as well.

Motorola Android Upgrade Roadmap

Canadian Android — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:14:06 +0000

If you’re wondering whats going on with Motorola and their upgrade schedule for their android devices, you can take a look at their upgrade roadmap for the latest info.

Phone Model	Timeline
DROID by Motorola (USA)	The DROID by Motorola over-the-air software upgrade to 2.1 is completed**
MILESTONE (Europe)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 for select countries/carriers* is currently rolling out in stages
MILESTONE (Latin America)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 for select countries/carriers* is currently rolling out in stages
MILESTONE (Asia-Pacific)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 for select countries/carriers* is currently rolling out in stages
MILESTONE (Canada)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 is currently rolling out in stages
BACKFLIP (USA)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 planned for Q3
BACKFLIP (Asia-Pacific)	Upgrade under evaluation
BACKFLIP (Canada)	Upgrade under evaluation
BACKFLIP (Europe)	Upgrade under evaluation
BACKFLIP (Latin America)	Upgrade under evaluation
CLIQ (USA)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 planned for Q2
CLIQ XT (USA)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 planned for Q2
DEVOUR (USA)	Upgrade under evaluation
DEXT (Europe)	Upgrade under evaluation
DEXT (Asia-Pacific)	Upgrade to Android 2.1 planned for Q3
DEXT (Latin America) and Mexico	Upgrade under evaluation
QUENCH (Asia-Pacific)	Upgrade under evaluation
QUENCH (Canada)	Upgrade under evaluation
QUENCH (Latin America) and Mexico	Upgrade under evaluation

Android 2.2 Froyo Open sourced

Canadian Android — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 20:09:33 +0000

Google just released the source code to android 2.2 “Froyo” today, and it is now available for download via their site. This probably kicks off the countdown to an official build of Froyo as an OTA update for other android phones, such as the Evo 4G and the Nexus One. Head over here for a 2.2 source code download if you’re into cooking your own roms! The 2,2 sdk, which has been available for a while already, can be found here.

Nexus One’s Froyo FRF72 update leaked

Canadian Android — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 18:20:45 +0000

Now, don’t get too excited, this isn’t the official froyo update many have been waiting for, but if you were quick to jump the gun and update your TMobile nexus one to the leaked 2.2 update a few weeks ago, there’s now an update released to fix some bugs in that leaked froyo update. This update is NOT meant to be used alone, so do not flash it if you don’t already have the base 2.2 update installed. Not much is known about what the update actually brings to the table, but mentions of better flash support and a faster browser have been thrown around.

Download the update file here, and follow the instructions here to flash the update onto your FRF50-installed nexus one (But of course don’t download the update on that site, use the update that you downloaded here.) As always, you are responsible with what you do with your phone, take care and do it at your own risk. Thanks to AndroidPolice and XDA developers for the info!

Five aigo Android tablets debuted

Prototype — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:50:49 +0000

Chinese company aigo has recently five new ‘aigoPads’ The devices come with either a four, five, or seven inch screen, and run Android 2.0, but will be upgraded later on to Froyo. Only one name was released at the launch, the aigoPad N701. There also seems to be a possibility of a download service, although if it’s the Android market or something custom, it is unclear. The five inch aigo E500 has been seen on sale for $235 recently. There is speculation the devices will be paired with Nvidia’s Tegra chipset, and offer 3G and WiFi capability. Expected to be on the market by July of 2010.

Pictures from the launch:

CEO of aigo (aigo translates into patriot):

Various other pictures:

Information courtesy of Slashgear.com and shanzhaiben.com

HTC Incredible in Canada?

Canadian Android — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 18:48:49 +0000

With the raw power and beautiful design of the HTC Incredible released not too long ago on Verizon in the USA, is there any chance we Canadians will see it? As of right now, there is no announced time frame for the HTC Incredible to get a GSM-compatible counter-part here in Canada or Europe, so unfortunately you cannot import a Verizon HTC Incredible to Canada. The Verizon HTC Incredible phones will not work on any Canadian cellphone carrier’s networks.

Google Navigation comes to Canada

Canadian Android — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:42:03 +0000

After a long wait, we’ve finally got Google Navigation! That is, if you didn’t already have it via all the hacks that are out there, that were unreliable at best though. No need to update anything, just start up Car Home and navigate away! Google released a full list of countries supported:

“Today we’re launching Google Maps Navigation version 4.2 in Austria, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, and Switzerland for Android devices 1.6 and higher.”

Android ported to iPhone

Canadian Android — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:54:07 +0000

It may not be Android 2.1, but its a good start! David Wong of Richmond, BC, has ported over Android to run on the iPhone 2G. You can check out the video below and head over to the iPhone Linux blog for instructions on how to get this working.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=5yO2KQHkt4A

Telus Milestone gets Android 2.1

Canadian Android — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 16:29:22 +0000

Thats right folks! The Telus Motorola Milestone Android 2.1 update is ready to go. Get ready for the live wallpapers, facebook integration, and more! Download now from Motorola Website

In order to upgrade, you’ll need to download the application above, agree to the licencing agreement, plug in your phone and let it do it’s thing.