What is the difference between this and the android? Im just curious what is the difference between this and the new version with the andriod?
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There are many differences, probably too many to list here. A few of the key points are that this runs Archos proprietary software and therefore you can't add anything made by anyone but Archos. On the Android tablet it runs the Android operating system made by Google. It allows that tablet to run many of the programs that people write for the Android platform. In my opinion if you mainly want the device for watching movies and listening to music then you should get the standard Archos 5 although it also does basic web and email. If you want a device that will do many other things (with new features being added frequently) then look at the Android tablet. For me those other features aren't worth the substantial price hike because I use a smart-phone for those things.
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The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's more expensive as well, and I certainly didn't need the extra features enough to want to pay that much for them (even if the 300GB version was available... which it isn't yet). The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's... » Read More The Android version is the new version... and it's going to "phase out" the original version, I'm sure... once all the bugs in Android are worked out. The IMT is faster, from my limited observations (Android seems to require more system resources... no real surprise there... and it feels a bit more sluggish to me).Basically, the Archos 5 IMT is "last year's model." The Archos 5 IT is "next year's model." It's better as a "portable device" in almost every way... or it will be when the bugs in Android are all worked out, anyway. But it's more expensive as well, and I certainly didn't need the extra features enough to want to pay that much for them (even if the 300GB version was available... which it isn't yet). « Show Less
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Absolutely not. Sony has already announced that the last android version for this phone is Jelly Bean 4.1.2. There will be no more updates.
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are installed and you can also download, works like any android device and has the google play with which you can download all compatible applications.... sorry my english ;)
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HTC said they will be releasing an upgrade to 2.2 in February. I am also - and anxiously - waiting for that. I read it is supposed to be a universal upgrade, i.e. not linked to any service providers. We'll see soon what it is...
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Update to Jellybean...Who knows. Android is not consistent with updates. But who really cares. If you keep waiting for the next "big" update you'll never buy anything. It comes with 4.1 I believe and works just fine. The update itself if really simple. It just does it pretty much all by itself and is free. Nothing to worry about. Just use the tablet and enjoy.
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Main difference is a touch screen vs buttons on the S2. It's the new version of the S2 so the S2 is being sold at a great discount. I'm very pleased with the S2 and it's like 60% less $$$$$
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its what android runs on ... its like the smaller version of a mother board for tablets and smartphones
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I have bought 3 android phones since I bought my pre3 since December 2013, I still use it with its original OS (webOS) and its performance doesn't allow me to use my other phones. Except that I sat on it and gave it 2 cracks which makes me think of where to get a case replacement. This phones keypad is still the best. If I don't find a case replacement I will buy another pre 3. And if you love android very much, then you can ask for an android rooted pre 3. I learnt android works well and supports all features. For me I stick with webOS.
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There is no android support yet. I registered with the forum and from extensive discussion, it is on the way.
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If you do not have an Android phone or an iPhone, you are better off getting the CORE version. The main improvement on the LINK version is its ability to upload your data through your phone, rather than connecting to a computer. I have an Android phone and it works pretty well and consistently.
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Hello, Jamie,This tablet is equipped with the latest "Android Operating System".Best,Jean
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It comes with android 4.0 but you can upgrade it to jelly bean online. I bought two and one came with jerky bean the other came with 4.0
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Hi Juan, Android Version 4.0.4Software version: 6.1.A.2.45A new update version 6.1.A.2.55 is available but did not installed yet. As i have read somewhere that after this update the phone restart from time to time due to overheating.Hope it helps.
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I have an iphone but i remember getting an email from jawbone stating that the android app was available now. This was a couple weeks ago. You should check in the google play store and make sure.
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As far as I know it is only for the Windows version. Apparently there are some differences between the Android and Windows versions as I have seen some comments for the cases.
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I purchased this exact phone almost 2 months ago and yes it has the latest version of android. It's the best phone I have ever had and I have had a few androids.
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The android version is 2.3.? It is not recent and there are no OTA updates for this model.