TORONTO – Rogers Wireless will be the first Canadian carrier to launch the HTC Dream and HTC Magic smart phones, the first cell phones powered by Google Inc’s Android platform.
Allowing for access to a range of Google mobile services, including Google Search, Google Maps, and Gmail, Rogers said the launch is scheduled take place in June.
"Who else but Rogers would be the first carrier to offer Canadians the first chance to join the mobile revolution with a choice of not one, but two, handsets powered by the Android platform?", said John Boynton, senior vice president and CMO, in the announcement. “The HTC Magic offers a responsive touch screen and the HTC Dream delivers both a touch screen and a slide out QWERTY keyboard. Both devices offer outstanding wireless internet search capabilities and a full suite of applications that run two times faster on Canada’s fastest mobile network."
Google has partnered with several hardware makers to develop various devices that run on its Andriod mobile software. The search-engine giant is banking on generating additional revenue by expanding its Internet advertising model into the mobile space.
Rogers’ announcement did not provide details on pricing, but customers may sign up for more information by visiting rogers.com/revolution
