Android Now Works on HP TouchPad, Multitouch Included

08.09.2011
Good news, everybody! Following , many enthusiasts set to work on getting Android to run on the defunct webOS device. A was even put forward to encourage geeks to get a working port of Android. A functioning port is now here, complete with multitouch support.

Earlier had only limited success; a , but the touchscreen didn't work properly.

The latest porting effort, , can handle ten-point multitouch via a vanilla build of Android 2.3.5.

If you picked up a bargain price TouchPad, and want in on the Android action, it's worth bearing in mind that work on this 2.3.5 port is still ongoing. Either way, it's good to see progress on the port coming along. Now, how long will it be until the is claimed?

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