Look out iPhone! T-Mobile G1 marks Google’s entry into smartphones

Unlike Microsoft and Apple, search giant Google has stayed clear of the mobile phone market until now, but that’s all about to change this very afternoon with the official launch of the T-Mobile G1, and it’s aiming to be the smartest of smart phones.

Formerly known as the HTC Dream, the G1 uses Google’s clever new mobile software, Android, to power the 3G and GPS beauty. There’s a slide out keyboard for those who don’t like to smudge the iPhone-trampling 4.6-inch screen, and because Android is open source, there’ll be more free applications than you could ever need within days of release. Start spending some quality time with your iPhone, as come October it’ll be gathering dust.

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Touch screen security
Only people who know what shape to draw on the screen will be able to access the G1 in case of mugging.

Incredible internet
It’s been designed specifically for use with sites like Youtube, Gmail and Google Maps, so expect net surfing as intuitive as breathing.

Tilting screen
An in-built accelerometer displays the screen in whatever orientation you need – did we mention there’s practically acres of screen space?

Going up against
Nokia N95 – A multimedia guzzler, this also offers stacks of open source applications.

Apple iPhone – The current king of smartphones might be about to be dethroned, even if it did revolutionise touch screen technology.

LG Viewty – Essential for iPhone lovers who need a decent camera on-board too.

Will Google steal Apple’s thunder? Discuss what the G1 means for mobiles in the Pricerunner forums.

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