Google Mobile
The other day, I noticed that Google Maps was available for mobile devices, particularly my Pearl. So, a week ago, I installed the suite of Google applications (particularly after blowing it with a search via the Google website in my mobile browser).
Before, I had installed the gmail application I found online and it worked just fine. Then, I installed the Google Services pack and now nothing works. So, I’m currently in the process of deleting Google Services and attempting to reinstall the applications one by one.
- Gmail: Seems to work like it did before I installed the whole suite of Google Services applications.
- Google Maps: Seemed to install fine. I like the fact that zoom/pan levels are handled with a key command, instead of clicking the menu button and then trying to maneuver the trackball just enough. My trackball is dirty. I can move any direction, except right.
- Google News: I didn’t really need this, but I installed it anyway. After deleting Google Services, I chose not to install this one.
- Google Search: This really only opened Google in my mobile browser. Specific application not installed.
For the last couple of weeks, I’ve had the misfortune of having to reboot my phone with a battery removal just to read Gmail. This is a deal breaker. I was going to post a big rant about that, but now I’m trying reinstalling all the pieces I need individually.
