Android is an open-source software stack for mobile devices, and a corresponding open-source project led by Google. We created Android in response to our own experiences launching mobile apps. We wanted to make sure that there was no central point of failure, so that no industry player can restrict or control the innovations of any other. That’s why we created Android, and made its source code open. The Android Mania provides Android apps reviews, How to, Tips and Tricks about android, Android Programming, Android Development, Android Smartphones and my android experience.
| Android (Operating System) | |
|---|---|
| Company / developer | Google,Open Handset Alliance,Android Open Source Project |
| Programmed in | C, C++, Java |
| OS family | Unix-like, Linux |
| Working state | Current |
| Source model | Open source |
| Initial release | September 23, 2008 |
| Latest stable release | 4.1.2 “Jelly Bean” (October 9, 2012) |
| Marketing target | Smartphones,Tablet computers |
| Available language(s) | Multi-lingual |
| Package manager | Google Play, APK |
| Supported platforms | ARM, MIPS,x86 |
| Kernel type | Monolithic (modified Linux kernel) |
| Default user interface | Graphical (Multi-touch) |
| License | Apache License 2.0, Linux kernel patches under GNU GPL v2 |
| Official website | www.android.com |
