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Mobile Android Development and Versions

Mobile Android development focuses on creating applications for the Android operating system, which has evolved through various versions since its inception. Key features introduced in major Android versions include improved user interfaces, enhanced performance, and new functionalities such as multitasking and privacy controls. Developers must consider the target Android version to ensure compatibility and utilize the latest features in their applications.

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Mobile Android Development and Versions

Mobile Android development focuses on creating applications for the Android operating system, which has evolved through various versions since its inception. Key features introduced in major Android versions include improved user interfaces, enhanced performance, and new functionalities such as multitasking and privacy controls. Developers must consider the target Android version to ensure compatibility and utilize the latest features in their applications.

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Mobile Android development and versions

Mobile Android development involves creating applications specifically designed for the
Android operating system, which is used by a wide range of smartphones, tablets, and other
devices. Android is an open-source platform developed by Google, and it has evolved over the
years with various versions, each introducing new features and improvements. Here's an
overview of some key Android versions and their notable features:

Android 1.5 Cupcake (April 2009):

 On-screen keyboard support.


 Widgets for the home screen.
 Video recording and playback.

Android 1.6 Donut (September 2009):

 Voice and text search.


 Gesture support.
 Improved camera functionality.

Android 2.1 Éclair (January 2010):

 Live wallpapers.
 HTML5 support in the browser.
 Expanded hardware support.

Android 2.2 Froyo (May 2010):

 Improved performance and memory management.


 Support for portable hotspot functionality.
 Adobe Flash support.

Android 2.3 Gingerbread (December 2010):

 UI refinements and improved multitasking.


 Support for Near Field Communication (NFC).
 Download Manager for managing app downloads.

Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich (October 2011):

 Unified user interface for both smartphones and tablets.


 Virtual buttons instead of physical ones.
 Face Unlock and Android Beam (NFC-based sharing).
Android 4.1 Jelly Bean (July 2012):

 Improved performance and responsiveness (Project Butter).


 Expandable and actionable notifications.
 Google Now personal assistant.

Android 4.4 KitKat (October 2013):

 Revamped interface with translucent design elements.


 Enhanced Google Now integration.
 Improved performance on low-end devices.

Android 5.0 Lollipop (November 2014):

 Material Design with a refreshed visual style.


 Enhanced notifications with lock screen access.
 ART (Android Runtime) as the default runtime.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow (October 2015):

 App permissions system.


 Fingerprint sensor support.
 Doze mode for improved battery life.

Android 7.0 Nougat (August 2016):

 Split-screen multitasking.
 Quick app switching.
 Enhanced VR (Virtual Reality) support.

Android 8.0 Oreo (August 2017):

 Picture-in-Picture mode.
 Notification dots for app icons.
 Autofill framework.

Android 9 Pie (August 2018):

 Adaptive battery and brightness.


 Gesture-based navigation.
 Digital Wellbeing features.

Android 10 (September 2019):


 System-wide dark mode.
 Enhanced privacy controls.
 Project Mainline for faster security updates.

Android 11 (September 2020):

 Conversations section in the notification shade.


 Bubbles for multitasking.
 Screen recording.

Android 12 (October 2021):

 Material You design language with customizable UI.


 Privacy Dashboard for app permissions.
 Improved haptics and audio-coupled effects.

Android 13 (October 2022):

 Themed app icons.


 New media controls.
 Per-app language preferences.
 Notification permissions.
 Cleared clipboard history.
 Messaging app streaming.
 Cross-device copy and paste.
 Enhanced audio. Multitasking on tablets.
Android 14 (October 2023):

Is Google's big new Android release, slated to ship on all the latest and greatest smartphones
later this year. The new OS version brings choice improvements, like predictive back gestures,
custom lock screen clocks, more private PIN entry options, improved Material You theming, and
many more minor tweaks.

It's important to note that this list only covers some major Android versions, and there have been
subsequent releases and updates with additional features and improvements. Developers need to
consider the target Android version and its associated features when developing applications to
ensure compatibility and leverage the latest capabilities provided by the platform.

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