Android is a
Linux-based operating system designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices
such as smartphones and tablet computers. Initially developed by Android, Inc.,
whom Google financially backed and later purchased in 2005, Android was unveiled in 2007 along with the
founding of the Open Handset Alliance: a consortium of hardware, software, and
telecommunication companies devoted to advancing open standards for mobile
devices. The first Android-powered phone
- HTC Dream - was released in October 2008, powered with Android version 1.0 (Android
Alpha).
So what is Android all about? While
there are millions Android users out there, knowing and understanding Android
is a must to make the overall experience even better. Here are six facts about
your beloved Android that you should know.
1. OPERATING
SYSTEM
An operating system design primarily
for smart phones and tablets. Some have migrated to netbooks as well. Free
operating system is many in the market today. One of the notable names is
Ubuntu. But not all can be used in smart-phones like Android. Replacing Symbian
OS as the biggest smart phones Operating System, Android OS is going to be here
for many years before any competitor comes out with another OS that can give Android
a real run for the money.
2. ANDROID AND THE CODE NAMES
Android is a lover for fun and
quirky code name. So with every new release, a code name is assigned to it.
- Alpha - Android version 1.0. The first ever commercial version of Android.
- Ginger Bread - Android version 2.3. Android becomes widely use in tablets as the main OS.
- Honeycomb - Android version 3x - The upgraded version of Ginger Bread feature a smoother interface experience.
- Ice cream Sandwich - Android version 4.0x .Featuring huge boost of improvement from eventually every available aspect. Notable upgrade feature include faster screen rotations, stability of Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Direct Feature and simple and easy folder creation.
- Jelly Bean – Android version 4.3. Released 24 July, 2013. Features include: restricted profiles which can be used to limit access to apps and content, at home with your family and at work. Support for Bluetooth smart accessories among others.
3. THE
FREE UNIVERSE
Android is most notable for its
free to use apps numbering to up to millions.
With many available plug-in for
Android OS, Boring is the only word that will never be inside Android
dictionary. The free for all apps include Viber, Sound Hound, Talking Tom Cat,
Pics Art and many more.
4. THE LOGO
Its common and it’s a must! Every
user should know about this - the famous green colored robo icon.
5. THE
AVAILABILITY AND UPGRADES
The non-stop improvement and
upgrades from Google is one of the biggest reason why Android now sits on the
top. The tireless teams behind Android is worthy of our praise and acknowledgement.
Andy Rubin, Rich Miner and Chris White, these guys that make the little robo
comes to life.
6. SAFETY FACTS
As android is a Linux type operating
system, virus is less compare to Window OS. There might be more coming with many
hackers being boring at home and trying to get a name for themselves.
But as far as security concern,
Android still is far safer than most operating systems out there. Even if its
infected by virus, it can be easily reverted to original setting with simple
touch without the needs of lengthy formatting times.
As Android OS is cementing its place in the mobile market, one do wonder when will Android try to be the leader in the computer world as well.
Only time will tell.
