Undoubtedly the first major tech announcement for 2010 came today as Google officially launched the Google Phone.  The Google Phone is really an HTC Nexus One running the latest Android operating system. 

Obviously, this is considered the best attempt at a real competitor to Apple iPhone, and in many ways it is superior, but both devices have their pros and cons about them.

For me, one of the most annoying things is not being able to customize the iPhone….at all.  Aside from the icon placement, my iPhone 3GS looks like every other of the millions of iPhones out there.  Being a customization “guru”, this annoys me because I want my device to be more personalized to my taste, not unlike how I change Windows with WindowBlinds.

This is one area the Nexus One really peaks my interest.

I’d really like to get my hands on one to review for a real-world comparison.  Unfortunately, it is only available subsidized on T-Mobile for $180, and an unlocked version is available for $530.  It’s safe to say this won’t immediately takeover the iPhone dominance, but I think this is definitely a good start.

http://www.google.com/phone