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Given that Android was ranked first in all Smartphone handsets that were sold in the US last year – the UK sales of Android based mobiles cannot be far behind – the new version of Googles flagship OS, 2.2., is being received with much applause. By comparing mobile phone offers online you can find the best deal for your wanted phone. This is the best thing to do to look for Optimus One contracts from retailers online.

The LG Optimus One, one of two new Smartphones being released in the Optimus Range later this year, is one of the lucky mobiles to run the new Android; but what does this mean for the One? Well, for a start it will be quicker than any mobile running a previous incarnation of Android; 2.2 can run up to 5 times faster than its previous versions meaning that going through menus and opening apps on the LG Optimus One will be as seamless as doing it on your PC.

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The Droid 2 has been making its rounds as we inch closer and closer to launch (and – strangely enough – Verizon hasn’t made a formal announcement this close to the rumored launch date. We usually see them spill the beans a week ahead of time) and that trend continues with this full page ad that’s been showing up in various newspapers.

There’s nothing entirely special to see here: the latest Droids are lined up beneath the unreleased Motorola Droid 2 with a hint of availability: we should see the device “coming soon”. Oh, and we’re also urged to rule our empire with iron thumbs with these devices, but I’m just not sure if I can undergo such a transition. I like my flesh… well maybe I can give up just one of my thumbs for any of these.

We’ve also been treated to some early pricing details from Best Buy. As they usually price these types of devices, the Droid 2 will be available through them for $199.99 after a two-year agreement and $599.99 if you want to walk out with no contract to fiddle around with. The prices may vary if you’re buying straight from Motorola or Verizon (or any other third party retailer).

[via @petermorency, Engadget]

Titled Systems and Methods for Integrating a Portable Electronic Device with a Bicycle, Apples newest patent application inspires a vision of what Steve Jobs company has in store for cycling enthusiasts.

Is Apple planning to revolutionize cycling as we know it? We cant really tell.

However, do note that the keyword here is integrated meaning the functions of the bike are read by the said portable electronic device. Judging by the illustration provided, the iPhone/iPod is either connected or reads the functions of several parts of the bicycle.

Some pundits are already guessing the specs of such a blend of machine and, uh, machine; GPS and a mapping system so your pleasant ride wont be encumbered by a gross ignorance of directions and possibly some sort of speed sensor you can use in conjunction with your music listening.

Of course, since were talking iPhones/iPods here, core functions like calls or music will be easier to manage while cycling away. You know, we may be onto something herelike a self steering bicycle. C

Contemplating the possibilities of this yet unnamed product, it does gives new meaning to the phrase Look Ma, no hands!

via Patently Apple