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Google Unlocks Android for Developers

By Brian T. Horowitz
December 8, 2008

On Friday Google announced an unlocked version of its Android operating system that doesn't require T-Mobile service and takes any SIM card, so it can be used with service from any GSM carrier worldwide.

Devices containing the unlocked Android Dev Phone 1 OS cost $399 and are available in 18 countries, including the United States, United Kingdom, and Germany.

The first Android-run smartphone, the G1, was launched by T-Mobile in September. It can only be used with T-Mobile service, however.

To get the new version of Android, developers need to register with Google's Android Market. See here to learn more about the unlocked Android smartphone.