This makes complete sense. Google provide the application channel and Amazon provide the content channel for the Dell Mini 5. [ Information] This will set it apart from the rest of the bunch so Archos are going to have to think carefully about where they go next. A raw Archos tablet with no apps and no content channel is going to look naked next to the Dell Mini 5. As will all the other raw Android builds we’ve seen so far.
The information comes from Engadget who got hold of a promotional flyer for the Dell Mini 5 that reveals the partnership.
Dell probably have an exclusive on this based on the hardware form factor and video capabilities but I’m sure it won’t be long before you’ll find the .apk floating around. Maybe even in the Google Marketplace.
A second flyer reveals a colorful range of finishes which points towards a solid consumer focus. Let’s hope the prices are pointed that way too.
Source: Engadget
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The G1 already has the Amazon MP3 store built in. So, I’d be very surprised if these are actually going to be exclusive deals.
Plus, I don’t see why Amazon would make a “Kindle for Android” … and then not make it available to all of the Android customers.
Though, I’m biased … I’d be rather disappointed to not be able to run “Kindle for Android” on my Notion Ink Adam :-}
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