Android Os is the most popular operating system in the world. It is an open source operating system for mobile devices. It is used by mobile phone manufacturers such as Samsung, Nokia, and other tech giants in the industry. As a result, the Android OS accounts for over 75% of the mobile phone market share worldwide.
The Linux-based open-source operating system offers a smart interface that is easy to use. Furthermore, Android’s open source code and permissive licensing that enables developers to customize the platform.
Android OS Versions
Android OS has various versions over the years. There is a tradition of naming Android OS after desserts. There 10 different versions and numerous updates over the years. The most popular, Gingerbread is installed on 44% of devices.
Gingerbread, despite being released in 2011, continues to be the most popular Android version due to many lower-end devices still being released with it. The next most popular version is Ice Cream Sandwich (ICS) with just under 30%
The latest Android updates have new camera experience, a new form of typing, and Google Now.
Below is the various version of Android OS.
- 1.5: Android Cupcake
- 1.6: Android Donut
- 2.0: Android Eclair
- 2.2: Android Froyo
- 2.3: Android Gingerbread
- 3.0: Android Honeycomb
- 4.0: Android Ice Cream Sandwich
- 4.1 to 4.3.1: Android Jelly Bean
- 4.4 to 4.4.4: Android KitKat
- 5.0 to 5.1.1: Android Lollipop
- 6.0 to 6.0.1: Android Marshmallow
- 7.0 to 7.1: Android Nougat
- 8.0 to Android 8.1: Android Oreo
- 9.0: Android Pie
How to Know your Android OS Version
To find out?. Try the following steps:
- Go to the device menu.
- Next, go to the Settings.
- Scroll down and tap on About Phone.
- Then scroll down to Android Version
The number of your Android operating system is stated below the heading.
Android or iPhone: Android for Google Apps
The impending debate between Android os vs. iPhone’s iOS continues will still go on for years to come. I personally doubt if any will outshine the other in the cases.
iOS is generally lauded for its formidable security system while Android has the backing of Google Inc. Google is arguably the controller of internet-based systems with many successful internet platforms.
Many argue that android usability is so interactive compared to a rigid iOS platform while others highlight low prices of Android OS based device as the reason for the market share.
Finally, both mobile phone OS has fans and it is based on users’ preference while both companies battle it out.
Android Features and Google Products
The Android OS works effectively with Google products such as Google mobile voice search, Google Chrome mobile, Google Maps and directions, Google Play Store, YouTube for Android, Google traffic and more.
Android Operating System allows users to customize home screen features and widgets. Users receive notifications for pre-installed and third-party apps. The Android-based devices also enable users to multitask and switch between apps easily.
Apps for Android
There are numerous Android mobile apps, or applications, that extend the functionality of Android devices. The Google Play Store, which serves as the primary Android app market, has over 700,000 Android apps available for purchase or free.
