Android is a touchscreen smartphone operating systems such as IOS iPhone and the BlackBerry OS. Google's Android was developed and first appeared in 2007 with its first mobile phone G1 T-Mobile. Here are 7 facts Mobile Android, namely:
1. What's so special about Android?
Unlike Apple's OS, Research In Motion (RIM) or Microsoft Windows Mobile, Google released Android as an open-source OS under the auspices of the Open Handset Alliance. The other thing is the Android OS is very good, fast and strong and has an intuitive user interface that is packed with options and flexibility. Google continues to develop it.
2. Is Android phone called "Droids"?
No. "Droid" is a brand owned by Verizon Wireless phones Android (X Droid, Droid Eris, Droid Incredible and so on). HTC Evo Sprint 4G is not a "Droid" but still an Android smartphone.
3. Why Android Phone Instead of an iPhone?
One reason is that Android is integrated with Google services like Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Contacts and Google Voice and perfect for anyone who uses Google services. One of the things of Android is the first turn it on when you are prompted to enter a user name and password and all Google Google messages, contacts and other info start synchronized to the handset without sync to the desktop. Additionally Android is an open source where we are free to do anything about the application.
4. Weaknesses Android?
Regarding music and videos Android does not have the official media to the desktop syncing client. However, in general, Android gives you more choice about how to set up your phone and its contents.
5. What Different versions of Android, as "Donut," "Cupcake" and "Froyo"?
Just like Apple's IOS, Google Android keep updating with new features. Android is the latest version 2.2 with code name "Froyo" adding features USB direct withdrawal, mobile hotspot functionality and support for Flash. This means Flash video and Flash module that does not work on the iPhone will work on the Android web browser. Version 1.6 is called "Donut" which adds speed, increasing the screen resolution and camera and recorder applications more quickly. Version 1.5 "cupcakes" to add a video recorder.
6. If There Trapped Why Android 2.2 Version 2.1 even 1.6?
One of Google's weakness is so much provide a version of Android. Manufacturers and operators can decide to upgrade their phones to the latest version of Android. On the other hand, the iPhone has a few versions in which to launch a new version of IOS can be done at once and more easily.
7. How Many Applications Available For Android?
About 70 thousand more and continues to increase every day. Google does not provide special treatment for their applications.