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Android just got stronger. The industry consortium behind the Google-developed mobile operating system, the Open Handset Alliance, just added 14 new members, including ARM, Garmin International, Sony Ericsson and Vodafone. (http://www.mobilecrunch.com/2008/12/09/android-rising-sony-ericsson-vodafone-and-14-others-join-open-handset-alliance 12/9)

Google is now formatting AdWords text and image ads for Android and iPhone mobile browsers. The ads can include mobile-only calls to action, and can be created from standard Google ads run on the Web. The ads will also work on other phones with full HTML browsers in the future as they become available. (Both the iPhone and the Android G1 have full browsers based on Webkit). (http://www.techcrunch.com/2008/12/08/google-introduces-mobile-ads-for-android-and-the-iphone 12/8)

Apple iPhone users now can control their home security and automation systems through the device thanks to a new application developed for Elk Products. The eKeypad controls a variety of home functions, including alarms, lighting and thermostats. CEPro.com (12/8)