Android SDK Now Supports Android 2 (Eclair) in Time for Droid

camera-modes.pngSupport for Android 2.0 has been added to  the Android SDK, in time for tomorrow's Droid announcement.

There are some major changes to Android 2.0 which users will love:

  • The most beloved aspect for business users is Microsoft Exchange Support for syncing email.
  • Facebook
    users will like the integrated Facebook support that syncs to Facebook
    contacts.
  • The browser is improved with double-tap to zoom and
    speeds similar to iPhone 3GS.
  • eclair.pngQuick Contact for Android provides instant access to
    a contact's information and communication modes. For example, a user can tap a
    contact photo and select to call, SMS, or email the person. Other applications
    such as Email, Messaging, and Calendar can also reveal the Quick Contact widget
    when you touch a contact photo or status icon.
  • Support for multiple Google and Exchange accounts.
  • API "sync adapters" allow apps to sync with phone.
  • Improved keyboard layout that supports multi-touch and a learning dictionary to correct typos.
  • Combined email inbox.
  • SMS and MMS search.
  • Improved camera controls with white balance, macro, effects and digital zoom.
  • Bluetooth 2.1 support with addition of OPP and PBAP profiles
  • Enhanced graphics hardware acceleration.
  • Calendar
    agenda view provides infinite scrolling,vents indicate the attending
    status for each invite and you can invite new guests to events.

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