AWFLWIKIWORLD| Android | |
|---|---|
 Android Robot | |
| Developed by | |
| Launched | September 23, 2008 |
| Founder | Andy Rubin |
| Written in | Java, Kotlin, C, C++ |
| OS family | Linux |
| Market share | 70 percent worldwide |
| Website | android.com |
Android is a mobile operating system developed by Google. It is the most used operating system in the world powering over 3 billion devices.
Android Studio
| Android Studio | |
|---|---|
| Type | Development software |
| Launched | 2013 |
| Owner | |
| Purpose | Build Android apps |
| Language | Java, Kotlin |
| Website | developer.android.com |
Android Studio is the official tool for building Android applications.
Android TV
| Android TV | |
|---|---|
| Type | Smart TV platform |
| Launched | 2014 |
| Owner | |
| Based on | Android |
| Purpose | Television operating system |
Android TV is the version of Android designed for smart televisions.
Android Auto
| Android Auto | |
|---|---|
| Type | Car platform |
| Launched | 2015 |
| Owner | |
| Purpose | Car dashboard system |
| Works with | Android phones |
Android Auto allows Android phones to connect to car dashboard screens.
Android Versions
| Android Versions | |
|---|---|
| Type | Operating system versions |
| Latest version | Android 15 |
| First version | Android 1.0 |
| Naming | Previously dessert names |
| Update | Yearly |
Android releases a new major version every year with new features and security updates.
Ownership
Android was created by Andy Rubin and acquired by Google in 2005. It is now developed by Google and the Open Handset Alliance. It powers devices from Samsung, Xiaomi, and many others.
Android is the main competitor to iOS.