02/02/2025
𝐇𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐝 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦
2008 – Android 1.0: The first version launched with basic apps like Gmail, Maps, and YouTube.
2009 – Android 1.5 Cupcake: Introduced an on-screen keyboard and third-party widgets.
2009 – Android 1.6 Donut: Added support for different screen sizes and faster search integration.
2009 – Android 2.0-2.1 Eclair: Brought Google Maps navigation and improved web browsing.
2010 – Android 2.2 Froyo: Introduced flash support and Wi-Fi hotspot capabilities.
2010 – Android 2.3 Gingerbread: Improved gaming performance and added NFC support.
2011 – Android 3.0-3.2 Honeycomb: Optimized for tablets with a new UI and multitasking.
2011 – Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich: Unified UI for phones and tablets, with face unlock.
2012 – Android 4.1-4.3 Jelly Bean: Brought Google Now and smoother performance with "Project Butter."
2013 – Android 4.4 KitKat: Optimized for low-end devices, introduced "OK Google" voice command.
2014 – Android 5.0-5.1 Lollipop: Introduced Material Design and improved battery life.
2015 – Android 6.0 Marshmallow: Brought fingerprint support and better app permissions.
2016 – Android 7.0-7.1 Nougat: Added split-screen multitasking and improved notifications.
2017 – Android 8.0-8.1 Oreo: Introduced Picture-in-Picture mode and notification dots.
2018 – Android 9 Pie: Focused on AI-driven battery management and gesture navigation.
2019 – Android 10: Removed dessert names, introduced a system-wide dark mode and improved privacy settings.
2020 – Android 11: Added conversation notifications and better media controls.
2021 – Android 12: Introduced "Material You" design and improved privacy dashboard.
2022 – Android 13: Brought more personalization features and better multi-device support.
2023 – Android 14: Focused on battery efficiency, satellite connectivity, and improved accessibility.