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Donut, Froyo, Honeycomb along with Ice Cream Sandwich are not only deserts anymore, but names of Google's Android variants. Released in alphabetical order, a brief history of the Android types is as fascinating as their names. No wonder Android has always been at the center of the technology innovation in the Smartphone paradigm.

The journey of the Android OS began in the fall of 2007 when Android Smart phone 1.0 beta was released. Later, on September 23, '08, Google released their first commercial model, Astro Android 1.0, on HTC Dream G1. It had amazing features like Web browser, Android market, Google contact synchronization, and Google apps, along with a host of other features from Google like Gtalk, Google Maps, Google Calendar, Google Search, and also YouTube apps.

On February 9, '09, a newer version Bender Android 1.1 was launched. It was initially limited to T-Mobile G1. In this version, the API was changed and a couple of features such as saving attachments from e-mails and the ability to hide or show phone pad were added. Unfortunately, the Astro and also Bender names relating to these pre-released Android versions, could not be used due to trademark issues.

Cupcake Android 1.5 edition debuted on April 30, '09 with newly improved UI. Cupcake had outstanding programs like text prediction support, copy-paste feature on web browser, playback, and video recording in MPEG-4 and 3GP formats. This first version of Android also had the capability to upload images on Picasa and videos on YouTube.

Launched on September 15, 2009, Donut v1.6 is surely an updated version that had more advanced text search as well as voice facilities, using better program support for EVDO/CDMA, VPNs, and the WVGA display resolution. It is the very first version of Google's Android to offer turn by turn navigation feature.

The clair v2.0/2.1 is the model that brought a development in the Smartphone class. Android 2.0 was launched on Oct 26, 2009 followed by a bug fix version 2.0.1 on December 3, 2009. Later, immediately after a month on Jan 12, 2010, v 2.1 was released. clair had exciting added functions like Bluetooth 2.1 support, multi-touch capability, and revamped user interface with various new excellent camera features like flash and digital zoom.

Released on the twentieth of May 20, 2010, Froyo version 2.2 is the most widely available version of the Google Android OS. Manufactured with great speed, high storage, and power optimisation, it also has an enhanced browser support. What's more, it has USB tethering and also WiFi hotspot capability. There have been three more current versions, such as the v2.2.1 that was released on January 18, 2011; the v2.2.2 which was introduced on January 22, 2011; and the version 2.2.3 that was launched on November 21, 2011.

Support for SIP Internet calling and Near Field Communication capability are the two distinct features of Gingerbread v2.3. Released on December 6, 2010, it has 5 sub-versions, which are the v 2.3.3, v 2.3.4, v 2.3.5, v 2.3.6, and the version 2.3.7, all with updated features.

Released in the 22nd of February, the Honeycomb v3.0 Android version is made solely for the tablet Smart phones. It has features for multi core processors, multi-tasking support, and a feature for video calling via GTalk. At present, it has 6 sub-versions, such as v3.1, v3.2, v3.2.1, v3.2.2, v3.2.4, and v3.2.6 with more improvements.

Released on October 19, 2011, the Ice Cream Sandwich v 4.0 incorporates the best of the Gingerbread and Honeycomb models. It offers new features like screen unlocking, customizable launcher, management of installed widgets, and built in photo editor. Sub-versions v4.0.2, 4.0.3, and 4.0.4 have also been launched with more incredible features.

So, what's next, you may ask? Android Smart phone is yet again set to amaze its followers with its upcoming model, which is the Jelly Bean v5.0. Thus, get ready to be thrilled and entertained!

by: Michael Dierson




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