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One of the things we wouldn't mind Android stealing from the iPhone is their game selection. Games on the iPhone typically outclass Android games and can even keep pace with dedicated gaming devices like the Nintendo DS and Sony PSP.

Luckily, as Android grows, the games will follow. We're beginning to see a ton of great games on Android and even some iPhone ports...

When your iPhone-loving friends question whether there are any decent games on your Android phone, just show them this video. (Thanks to everyone who sent this in.)

One of the weaker points of the Android platform (especially when compared to the iPhone), is the lack of high quality games. Considering the hardware of the high-end Android devices (such as the Nexus One and Droid) is certainly capable of such games, it's really all a matter of getting enough developers behind Android as a gaming platform. So how do...

Remember the Android gaming platform, ODROID? It's now shipping to developers. Around 300 units have made their way to developers and we're hoping that it'll spur some major gaming development on that front. Games have been severely lacking on the Android platform and if developers can see success on ODROID, perhaps it'll trickle down to Android...

Astraware, one of the more popular developers of mobile games, just announce that its Sudoku app has been updated to Version 1.6. Included in the update are:

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After disregarding Android and claiming no one is making money on Android, Gameloft has completely reversed its position and will continue to develop for Android phones, specifically the "Second Generation of Android Phones" such as the Motorola DROID and the forthcoming Sony Ericsson XPERIA X10. Here's Gameloft:

Yikes. We knew apps in Android Market weren't exactly selling like hotcakes but with newfound buzz and interest in Android from the recent releases of the DROID, DROID Eris, HTC Hero, etc. we figured developers would continue to plug in and eventually reap the benefits. Unfortunately, Gameloft thinks differently. They've chosen to cut back on Android development due to the 'weakness' of Android Market. To quote:

We have significantly cut our...

If you're a developer with a great idea, don't forget that the registration to get your app into Android Market has already started! Follow this link to get your app to millions of Android Users! And Android Users expect an onslaught of apps and games to come to the Market as soon as possible! We're already noticing the new stuff and can't wait to see what's next.

Be sure to check this space to see all the great apps that are coming our way!