It’s official. Google just announced Android 2.2 (Froyo), the latest update to its mobile operating system. Here’s a handy run-down of some of its included features:

1. Microsoft Exchange support.

2. Applications that run 2-5 times faster thanks to the new compiler.

3. Users availing of tethering and hot spot will receive one joint bill from a carrier, a dig at the iPad, whether it be intentional or not.

4. The web browser now zips 2-3 times faster, faster in fact, than the iPad’s browsing experience when compared side-by-side.

5. Orientation camera and speech standards

6. Applications:

• are now auto-updated
• can be saved on the SD Card
• issue crash reports for developers

What’s next?

• Android marketplace is now accessible on a browser for PC.
• Over-the-air updates
• Over-the-air music streaming

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