Multi-Touch Support on Nexus One Available on New Android Upgrade
It has been unclear why Google did not include the multi-touch feature to its Nexus One. Rumors and speculations indicated that perhaps, some arrangement between Google and Apple could have been the reason. Unfortunately, last couple of days, the relationship between the two companies is getting more hostile. One might think, Google could go all the way out, with today release of its new Android upgrade.
The new over-the-air upgrade enables multi-touch (pinch-to-zoom) in major apps such the browser, Map and Gallery. In addition, Google enhances: (according to Google)
- Google Goggles: this mobile application will now be available directly on your device by launching it from your All Apps menu. Just use your Nexus One camera to start searching the web
- Google Maps: the Maps application with be updated to a new version, Google Maps 3.4, which will include:
- Starred items synchronized with maps.google.com – access your favorite places from your phone or computer
- Search suggestions from your personal maps.google.com history – makes it easy to search for places you’ve searched for before
- Night mode in Google Maps Navigation – automatically changes your screen at night for easier viewing and driving
- 3G connectivity: we will provide a general fix to help improve 3G connectivity on some Nexus One phones
In order to access the update, you will receive a message on your phone’s notification bar. Just download the update, wait for it to install, and you should be all set. This update will be rolled out gradually to phones – and most users might not receive the notification until the end of the week.
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