Wednesday, 23 March 2011

What is Android

Google Android market is booming and everyone is talking about buying new Android mobile phone. Though its been years since Android launched, a lot of less technical people still look confused about what is this Android? Here is the quick summary of Android which will help you to understand about this shiny new toy from Google.

Android is an open source operating system for mobile devices like smartphones. It was acquired by Google in 2005 and since then development speed boosted. Now, after five years, Android is worlds best selling system beating Nokia's Symbian from its ten year top position.

Key advantage of Android is its openness which easily attracts new manufacturers trying to reduce their start-up cost. Existing big brands like HTC and Samsung are also turning to Android by taking advantage of its flexibility. That means anyone can download Android's source code freely and modify it to satisfy their needs, then load it into their own mobile phones as a new system.

Power of Android is extended by application developers and now there are thousands of free apps which you can download and install just like Firefox addons.

Some of the hot Android phones available today are:
  1. HTC Wildfire
  2. Samsung Galaxy Tab
  3. Motorola MILESTONE
  4. LG Optimus V
If you love tablets, here are some awesome creations:
  1. Motorola XOOM 
  2. Dell Streak
  3. ViewSonic VPAD7 ViewPad


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