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Sherpa on T-Mobile Android phone

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Definition: Sherpa is an Android app provided by T-Mobile for myTouch 3G and G1 phones. It is a visual guide to activities and businesses in the area. The app uses your phone's GPS to find nearby services. You can browse by category or search for specific items.

Sherpa displays nearby businesses and services on a visual carousel that can be navigated by touch. You can also view items as a simple list or on a map.

Sherpa is included with myTouch 3Gs, but it can be downloaded onto G1 phones.

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