Android is not just for phones

Posted by: Matt Gehrisch
on March 2, 2010

At the risk of making my blog posts too Android heavy, I’m going to post this anyway.  The truth is, I think that Google’s Android OS is probably one of the most exciting things happening in the tech world right now.  Why do I think it’s so exciting?  Aside from the fact that I absolutely love my Android phone, it’s an operating system that is going to find its way into many devices well beyond smart phones.

Network World has posted an article on their site, “7 Android devices that aren’t phones“.  On the list are tablets, media players, and even Netbook computers.

While Android isn’t nearly as powerful as a full blown operating system like Microsoft Windows or Apple’s MacOS, it is certainly capable of allowing users to do the most common internet activities.  It’s simplified interface lends itself very well to use on set-top boxes, TV’s, or other appliances.  It wouldn’t surprise me to see Android begin to work its way into the automobile industry either, powering an internet connected in dash navigation and media system.’

Oh, and next week… no Android.  I promise.