Android technology _seminar_ ppt
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This document provides an overview of the Android operating system, including its history, versions, advantages, and disadvantages. It describes how Android was founded in 2003 and was later acquired by Google. It discusses the formation of the Open Handset Alliance and the release of early Android versions from 2008 to 2011. It then lists and summarizes the key features of each major Android version from 1.5 Cupcake to 6.0 Marshmallow. Finally, it outlines some of Android's advantages as being cost-effective and allowing multitasking, while also noting disadvantages like potential security issues and effect on battery life.
Android technology _seminar_ ppt
- 2. Contents 1 What is Android? 2 Android Story 3 Open Handset Alliance 4 Android Version History 5 List of Android Versions 6 Advantages & Disadvantages 7 Conclusion
- 4. • A software platform and operating system for mobile devices. • It is not only operating system but also a key application and middleware.
- 5. Android Inc was founded in Palo Alto, California,United States by Andy Rubin,Rich Miner,Nick Sears & Chris White Google acquired Android Inc The Open Handset Alliance(OHA), a consortium of several companies was formed Android beta SDK released - Oct 2003 -Aug2005 -5thNov2007 -12thNov2007
- 6. • Devoted to advancing open standards for mobile devices. • Develop technologies that will significantly lower the cost of developing and distributing mobile devices and services.
- 7. Since April 2009 it’s version has been developed under a codename based on dessert or sweet treats. They are in alphabetical order:- Cupcake Donut Éclair Froyo(frozen yogurt) Gingerbread Honeycomb Ice Cream Sandwich Jelly Bean(4.1 released on 9th July 2012)
- 9. Based on Linux kernel 2.6.27,the official 1.5 (cupcake) was released on 30th April 2009. A new soft-keyboard with text- prediction. Ability to record & watch videos through camcorder mode. Directly upload videos to youtube and pictures to Picasa. Android1.5 (cupcake)
- 10. Based on Linux kernel 2.6.29 the 1.6 (donut) was released on 15th Sept 2009. Support for WVGA(Wide Video Graphics Array) screen resolution. Updated CDMA(Code Division Multiple Access) support. Quick search box & voice search. Android1.6 (donut)
- 11. Based on Linux kernel 2.6.29 the 2.0(Éclair) SDK was released on 26th Oct 2009. Support for more screen sizes & resolution & also better contrast ratio for background. Improved google maps 3.1.2. Built in flash support for camera. Android 2.0 (Éclair)
- 12. Based on the Linux kernel 2.6.32 on the 20th May 2010, the Android 2.2(Froyo) SDK was released. General android OS speed, memory and performance optimizations. Wifi hotspot functionality. Android 2.2 (Froyo)
- 13. Based on the Linux kernel 2.6.35 on 6th Dec 2010, the 2.3(Gingerbread) SDK was released. Focus on game development. Download manager for long- running downloads. Redesigned multi-touch s/w keyboard. Android 2.3 (Gingerbread)
- 14. Based on the Linux kernel 2.6.36 the 3.0 (Honeycomb) SDK was released for tablets on 22nd Feb 2011. First TABLET is designed with Honeycomb Android version. Support for multi-core processor. Android 3.0 (Honeycomb)
- 15. Amazing features Font System: It is specially designed for high resolution screen & brings a magazine like a feel the whole interface. Screenshots: Finally Android will allow to take screenshots without rooting the smart phone or installing any third party application Just hold down volume key & power button to capture screenshots. Instant Voice: It will not take long to transcribe your words Just speak it & it instantly transforms it into text. Android 4.0 (Ice-cream Sandwich)
- 16. Brought out on 9th July 2012 With great features along with it. Android 4.1 ( Jelly Bean) Not yet devices are produced in larger aspect it will be up to December of 2012.
- 17. Android 5.0 provides a faster, smoother and more powerful computing experience. Release on Nov,3 2014. It is supported with 4G(LTE). This platform support for 64-bit architectures. Android 5.0 (Lollipop)
- 18. Android 6.0 "Marshmallow” is a version of the Android mobile operating system is released in October 2015. It support for fingerprint recognition. Android 6.0 (Marshmallow)
- 19. 6.1Advantages: 1 Cost Effective- The first thing about Android is its cost.But with the low price now they can go for Android phones with good design and lot of applications which is not possible with the Apple,Blackberry and some. 2 Multitasking- Android has a multitasking option so you can run many applications simultaneously. 3 Easy Access of Store- So the store is in the home screen which is easy to access the applications.
- 20. 6.2 Disadvantage: 1 Security- Making source code available to everyone indirectly invites the attention of black hat hackers. 2 Battery Life- A disadvantage of open-source development is that anyone can scrutinize the source code to find vulnerabilities & write exploits. 3 Virus Applications- Few Android Applications contain virus also present in the AndroidMarket.Due the lack of Quality Standard many applications contain viruses which makes your mobile hung.
- 21. Android is truly open, free development platform based on Linux and open source. Handset makers can use & customize the platform without paying a royalty. Android is open to all: industry, developers and users. Participating in many of the successful open source projects. Aims to be as easy to build for as the web. Google Android is stepping into the next level of Mobile Internet.