Android Origins and Founders
Initially developed by Android Inc., which Google bought in 2005, Android was unveiled in 2007. It's a brainchild of Andy Rubin, Rich Miner, Nick Sears, and Chris White.
First Android Phone Release
The first commercial Android device was the HTC Dream, released in September 2008. Android's open-source platform stood out against the existing mobile OS market.
Android Version Naming Tradition
Until Android 10, versions were named after sweets in alphabetical order, a quirky tradition that included names like 'Gingerbread' and 'Marshmallow'. This stopped for simplicity in 2019.
Android's Market Dominance
Android leads the global smartphone OS market share with over 70%. Its open ecosystem contrasts with iOS's closed system, contributing to its widespread adoption by various manufacturers.
Android and The Linux Kernel
Android's core is the Linux kernel, but with further architectural changes. It's tailored for a mobile environment, which makes it distinct from typical Linux distributions.Android's NASA Connection
NASA used Android phones in space for satellite control experiments, leveraging their sensors and computing power.
Who founded Android Inc.?
Andy Rubin, Rich Miner, Nick Sears
Larry Page, Sergey Brin, Sundar Pichai
Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, Tim Cook
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