MOTODEV News

DROID Rated a Best Travel Gadget of 2009

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Peter Ha of Time (time.com) rates DROID by Motorola as one of the best travel gadgets of 2009, featuring Android 2.0, Google Maps navigation, and a 3.7-inch high-res touchscreen.

Introducing DROID By Motorola

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Announcing DROID by Motorola, an Android 2.0-powered Smartphone developed in partnership with Google and Verizon Wireless. Droid resets expectations for how fast, smart and multi-tasking a modern Smartphone should be.

MOTODEV Summit: San Diego, CA

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Announcing MOTODEV Studio for Android v1.0

Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

MOTODEV Studio for Android v1.0 is now available, offering unsurpassed workflow ease and a unique integrated experience for creating Android applications.

DVICE Reviews the Motorola CLIQ

Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Reviewer Stewart Wolpin (dvice.com) says the Motorola CLIQ "makes a weighty impression after using it for just an hour. Besides some nice convenience features (like a headphone jack), the phone's real secret weapon is the MOTOBLUR software, which leverages the Android OS to better organize everything on your phone that doesn't involve calls. Which these days is a lot."

Warm Reception: Motorola CLIQ With Android

Fri, 11 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The "Motorola CLIQ launch has been greeted with overjoy from Motorola users across the globe. This is the first Motorola phone with Android."

Is your App ready?

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Test and submit your apps for the Motorola CLIQ and Motorola DEXT today through the App Accelerator Program.

Tips on Marketing Your Mobile Applications

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Michael Mace, Rubicon Consulting, gives tips on marketing in application stores.

Are you a JavaME developer?

Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Eric Hildum, Motorola, wants to hear your experience on developing Android applications if you previously coded in JavaME.

What Will It Take for Open Source to Succeed?

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

WirelessWeek Article by Christy Wyatt from Motorola

MOTODEV Studio for Android Beta for Linux

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Linux users now can create amazing Android apps with MOTODEV Studio for Android - Beta. Motorola has added support for Linux host platforms to this integrated toolset that offers unmatched workflow ease.

Registration Now Open for MOTODEV Summit

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

MOTODEV Summit is a one-day event designed to give you access to everything you need for development on Android - tools, guidance, go-to-market knowledge and community support - to help you create a whole new generation of phenomenal user experiences.

Smartphone Industry Pulse, July 2009 by Flurry, Inc.

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Flurry tracks developer interest in Android by monitoring "New Project Starts" in its analytics system.

MOTODEV Studio for Android - Beta

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

MOTODEV Studio for Android provides you with one installer that gives you everything you need - from design and development to deployment through a variety of delivery channels.

Upcoming Podcast: MOTODEV Studio for Android

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Learn about the latest Android development tool from Motorola and ask your questions. Mark your calendars for July 29th 9am PDT / 12pm EDT.

New Blog Post: Do subscriptions work for mobile apps?

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Christopher Swambar from Motorola continues his blog posts on mobile pricing models talking about subscriptions.

Recap: Chicago Barcamp

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Roberto Serrano from Motorola provides us with a recap on the Chicago BARCamp, Android App. Development 101 series, and Android Code-sprint.

MOTODEV Podcast - O'Reilly Media discusses OSCON 2009

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Gina Blaber and Allison Randal from O'Reilly Media, Inc. joined us to chat about OSCON 2009 happening in San Jose July 20-24.

Thanks to the Android Dev Community

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

We just wanted to say thank you. We've enjoyed the conversations (hope you have too!), loved your feedback, and look forward to continuing the Android evangelism and support.

Zagat Releases New Android App Called NRU (near you)

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Ryan Charles, Zagat product manager, talks with Randy Ksar about their new Android app and mobile strategy.

Great Ideas for Apps

Tue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The tech staff at The New York Times came up with some cool phones apps they'd love to see.

MOTODEV Podcast - Chicago Android User Group

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Roberto Serrano from Motorola talks about Chicago Android user group and this weekend's AndroidCodeSprint at Chicago BARcamp, a MOTODEV sponsored event.

Highlights from the Social Gaming Summit 2009

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The Social Gaming Summit was a fabulous event providing high quality content. Read our blog to get some of the major takeaways from the event.

Scripting Android by Mike Riley

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Mike Riley discusses Damon Kohler's release of the Android Scripting Environment (ASE) which allows Python scripts to run on the Android platform.

Mobile App Pricing Model: In-application micropayments

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Learn more about in-application micropayments and get examples of how other developers have used this to monetize their own creations.

Your App on The Android Market

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Learn how to publish your apps on the Android Market: test it, package it, and make it available to users of Android-powered mobile devices.

WhereAreMyFriends App on Android SDK 1.5

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Learn how WhereAreMyFriends combines maps, contacts and location into one application.

The London Android User Group. June MeetUp

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Get a peek at Android User Group Meetup on the other side of Atlantic - London!

Ideas2Executables - Software Development for Android

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Ideas2Executables can help you turn your next Android idea into working software – taking your ideas from napkin to handset.

Recap: Silicon Valley Android MeetUp

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

The meet-up was a well attended and successful event. Learn more about what happened and check out the Android cupcakes!

MOTODEV Podcast with Wine by the Bar

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Listen to Thomas McKay - owner, developer and marketer - talk about Wine by the Bar, an Android phone app.

Create a Barcode Scanning App with Zxing

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Barcode scanning apps are popular on the Android Market. Find out more about using an open-source code called Zxing to create cool barcode scanning apps.

Silicon Valley Android MeetUp

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Attend the Silicon Valley Android MeetUp hosted by MOTODEV on Tuesday, June 16th from 6-8pm. All developers are welcome to participate.

MOTODEV Podcast - Mark Chang from Olin College

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Mark Chang from Olin College in Needham, MA joined the MOTODEV Podcast to chat about his mobile app development course that focuses on Android.

Videos from Google I/O 2009

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

While at the Google I/O Conference, MOTODEV had an amazing opportunity to film some great video interviews.

Recap: Google I/O 2009

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 00:00:00 -0700

MOTODEV had the incredible opportunity to be at the Google I/O 2009 Conference and blog about it, with details on sessions and video interviews with leading Android experts.

A Great First Day at Google I/O

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

MOTODEV blogger, Suzanne Alexandra, recaps the first day.

Attend our Keynote at Open Mobile Summit

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Come hear Christy Wyatt, VP, Software Platforms and Ecosystem speak at our keynote, Embracing Open Source with Android on June 11 at 10am.

Froogloid Demos New Android App - Key Ring

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Chris Fagan from Froogloid demos Key Ring, their new barcode scanning app, at Google I/O 2009.

Handmark CTO, Ted Wugofski, Announces Express News at Google I/O

Fri, 29 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Ted talks with MOTODEV blogger, Randy Ksar, about their new Android app and platform.

Interview with Michael Mace

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Watch our interview with Michael Mace from Rubicon Consulting as he talks about solving tough strategy and marketing problems.

Attend the Live Taping of the MOTODEV Podcast

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Join us Thursday, May 28, 5:30 pm (PDT), right after the Google I/O Conference, at the Flurry, Inc. headquarters in San Francisco.

Installing the Android Development Environment

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

A step-by-step guide to configuring your development environment.

Silicon Valley Android MeetUp

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Attend the Android MeetUp hosted by MOTODEV in Sunnyvale, CA on June 16, 6-8 pm.

Top 6 Mobile Pricing Models

Wed, 20 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Mobile pricing models to think about before you begin developing your app.

MOTODEV Blog Launches

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Read our first post and comment on what topics you want us to write about.

Go Behind-the-Scenes on the Android App ShopSavvy

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Listen to our podcast with Rylan Barnes of Big in Japan, creator of ShopSavvy, and Ed Burnette from ZDNet.

Track & Analyze Your Mobile Apps with Flurry

Thu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Sean Galligan joined us on our weekly podcast talking mobile analytics and their product called Flurry.

MOTODEV's Weekly Podcast

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Andre Charland & Joe Bowser from Nitobi talk Android app development with PhoneGap.

MOTODEV is on Twitter

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Are you on Twitter? Follow @motodev and tweet us a link to your blog or web site.

Next Podcast: May 13th at 9am Pacific

Thu, 07 May 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Sean Galligan from Flurry talks with us about mobile analytics for your Android app.

Weekly MOTODEV Podcast

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Interview with Chris Fagan from Froogloid, creator of a2b, a new Android application.

Platform Wars Panel: Outlook of Next Generation Mobile OS

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Claudia Backus from Motorola previews upcoming GoMobile conference panel being held on May 4, 2009 in San Francisco.

Google I/O Conference

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Google engineers and web development leaders will lead you through two days full of in-depth breakout sessions on the latest technologies.

What are the prerequisites for learning Android?

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Find out from Android author and trainer Mark Murphy who answers the question in our video interview.

MOTODEV Studio for Java ME v2.2

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Target more handsets with Java ME development, from Windows XP/Vista, Mac OS, and Linux hosts.

Listen to the Weekly MOTODEV Android Podcast

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Most Recent Episode: CEO Brett Butterfield from Pixelpipe talks about their Android app and platform.

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