Android

Android is a mobile operating system. It is based on the Linux operating system and open-source software. Android operates on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets.

The system was first introduced in 2007 and was launched on the HTC Dream device in 2008. Since 2011, Android has been the best-selling mobile operating system. As of May 2021, it surpassed more than 3 billion active monthly users. The latest version of the system, Android 15.0, was released on October 15, 2024.