Google spikes 21 malicious apps with big download counts from the Market (update: Android 2.2.2 and up are immune)

 We're sure that the debate of a carefully controlled and curated environment like Apple's App Store versus a free-for-all like the Android Market will rage on for years to come, but here's something to chew on: Google just removed some 21 apps from the Market in the last day from a publisher going by Myournet for doing all sorts of naughty things to your device. Offenses include attempting to root your phone, uploading phone information (including IMEI) to who-knows-where, and -- most egregiously -- adding a backdoor that allows additional code to be pulled down and executed.Update and more after the break...

Google reader application runs on Symbian^3, Maemo and upcoming MeeGo devices

NewsFlow is a simple Google Reader app based on Qt Quick technology. The application runs on Symbian^3, Maemo and upcoming MeeGo devices. Head over to the next page to view the video demo. Enjoy!

INTRODUCING THE GOOGLE TV REMOTE APP

Starting today you can download the Google TV Remote app in Android Market. Apart from the standard TV remote options like changing channels or accessing your DVR, you can now interact with your TV in ways you never have before. For instance, try using the integrated voice search which allows you to find your favorite shows and movies just by speaking into your phone. Or, go from small screen to big screen by sharing videos and websites directly from your phone to your TV.Video after the break.......

Maria Sharapova demoes the Google Search by voice app

Maria Sharapova demoes the Google Search by voice app on her Sony Ericsson X10. You can find the video after the break!

GOOGLE LATITUDE FOR iPHONE/iPAD HOTS THE APP STORE

With Google Latitude, see where your friends are right now. Latitude lets you stay in touch with your friends and family by making it easy to share where you are and see each other on a map. More after the break........