Nexus One users who have been having 3G issues, wanting pinch-to-zoom functionality and an updated Google Maps are in luck. Starting today, all you lucky Nexus One owners will start seeing an OTA update that will introduce an updated Google Maps app with a couple added functions, Google Goggles built in app, pinch-to-zoom and “a general fix to help improve 3G connectivity on some Nexus One phones.”
Probably the two biggest items of this update are the 3G fix and the pinch-to-zoom. Unfortunately, the 3G is the most vague and doesn’t really inspire a sense of urgency or excitement. However, the Pinch-to-Zoom functionality, which is enabled in the Browser, Maps and Gallery is awesome and a huge step forward for Android OS 2.1. Let’s let Google do the talking here:
Tuesday, February 02, 2010
New Software Update for Nexus One phones
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
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. We hope you enjoy these new features and look forward to your feedback.
So, we have a big bug fix, with the 3G issue, and a big feature introduction with pinch-to-zoom. Which do you think is bigger?
