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Android is an operating system based on a modified version of the Linux kernel and other open-source software, designed primarily for touchscreen -based mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet …

2 days ago · Google makes one big Android release a year — until now. This week, it released Android 16 QPR2. In some ways it’s a minor update, but one that means there should be greater flexibility …

4 days ago · If you have been eager to know everything about Android 17’s launch, here is a comprehensive breakdown of the expected release schedule, supported devices, and the top new …

3 days ago · Google is following through on its pledge to split Android versions into more frequent updates. We already had one Android 16 release this year, and now it’s time for the second. The …

Jun 10, 2025 · Today, we’re bringing you Android 16, rolling out first to supported Pixel devices with more phone brands to come later this year. This is the earliest Android has launched a major release …

2 days ago · Android, operating system for cellular telephones and tablet computers that was debuted by Google in 2007. In 2012 Android became the most popular operating system for mobile devices, …