I have the same issue that was originally posted. After reading all the threads, I'm not sure a solution was provided.
Why is it that when I go to add a new contact on my phone, the only option I have is to add a "phone" contact type and not a "Google" contact type?
I want to be able to add a "Google" contact type so that the particular contact is synced with my google account.
When I go to the "People" app and click "Add Contact", all I see is "Phone" for Contact Type.
Thanks for the help.