Bluetooth OBDII for Android!

It feels like I’ve been working on the same CarPC project for years now…I keep having new ideas so it keeps evolving. I am now considering using a tablet PC as my car pc. Tablet PC’s are low footprint and less hardware and get the job done if you’re not planning on hardcore computing in your car. The ipad is nice and all but is too proprietary for me and too pricey. There are tons of other tablet PC’s out there and this includes those running Android OS.

I came across a website that sells a reasonably priced bluetooth OBDII (On Board Diagnostics) device that can be used with android OS. It even lists a few of the compatible apps available on the market. The reviews are great and this is making me lean towards getting an Android-based tablet PC. I have been extremely happy with my Android Eris phone.

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Droid Eris: Great Phone!

I performed an early phone upgrade on my Verizon account and purchased the Droid Eris. I have owned PDA/Smartphones since 2006 or so. They have all been Windows Mobile except for this one. The reason I made the switch from Windows Mobile to Android is because I use mostly Google apps and services and the Android OS was more convenient, relating to features. The other reason I made the switch is because I am a strong user of LINUX and love the Open Source community.

My Thoughts on the OS

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Can’t Wait For my New Android Phone (HTC Droid Eris)

I decided to make the switch from Windows Mobile to Android mainly because I use so many Google features and applications that it only makes sense. I am? a major LINUX user and all about Open Source which is one of the selling points for me and why I decided to go ahead with the Android. I am still working on a CarPC project and will be integrating my Android with the project as well. I should receive my new HTC Eris early next week. This phone has been out for a few months now and there are tons of forum and blog posts about it already (Google is your friend). I will post my favorite features and comments later.

Smartphones Are Simply Mobile PC’s

HTC Droid Eris offered at http://verizonwireless.com

I’m a gadget junkie much like most of you who may not even realize it…Relating to electronics,? with each year that passes more and more focus is towards a particular device we typical know as a cell phone.? Back in the early 90′s that’s pretty what they were…one big huge briefcase-looking battery pack (cell).? Today commercials highlight either how lightweight they are or feature the over abundance of applications available. Wow! they have definitely come a long way.

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