Things you did not know about Android Operating System
An android is supposed to be a
robot, right? Well, Android is the most commonly used operating
system in the smart phone industry. Many of us think that the Android
OS embedded in their cellular devices has everything to do with their
phone manufacturing companies. Well, the companies such as HTC and
Sony have a hand in the interface design but the android kernel is a
Linux kernel which is in fact an open source product. Now, when you
hear about Google and Android what comes into your mind? Just because
Google owns Android does not mean that it is the architect of the OS.
And if you thought that Google was the founder of Android then you
must be mistaken; the operating system was founded by Nick Sears,
Andy Rubin, Chris White, and Rich Miner under Android Inc. Therefore,
any other company may come up in the future and claim it ownership as
well. Furthermore, Google has release the latest version of the OS
(Android 6.0) known as Marshmallow.
Did you know that the Android OS
was initially developed strictly for digital cameras? Do not be
surprised, the OS was once a platform for digital cameras. Later on
after Google saw a potential in it, its focus was changed to smart
phones and people really embraced it due to its impeccable user
interface and ease of accessibility. This then brings us to the very
first mobile phone that hosted the OS. HTC Dream, that's it, that was
the first Android smart phone. The Linux-based OS was courtesy of
Google.
Now why don't we find out what the Android OS is capable of
doing?
Android can help you access
Google Maps in areas with poor cell coverage. This is how: pull your
area of choice and type "Ok Maps" in search box. The entire
map of the area will be downloaded and stored in your phone so that
you will only have to open and take a look at it once you get to the
area of choice. Another one of the most interesting abilities of
Android OS is KDE connect. If you are a Linux user interested in the
KDE desktop environment like that is Kubuntu system then this is the
thing for you. KDE connect enables you to share data and information
between your Android smartphone and your computer. All you have to do
is create a shared network and experience the magic. Most
interestingly, you can use the smartphone as the PC remote
controller.
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