Since 2009, Android was developed with a name derived from the dessert. Each version change also follows the alphabetical order starting from A b c d e and so on.
1. Astro 1.0 (Alpha)
The first version of android was released September 23, 2008. Initially this version will be named astro but due to copyright naming, the android does not use this name commercially. The android version 1.0 was pinned on the HTC Dream type phone.
2. Bender 1.1 (Beta)
The version of Bender 1.1 which was released February 9, 2009 has the same problem as version 1.0, namely the naming rights of the brand. In versions 1 and 1.1, the Google Play Store, which we now know, is still gliding under the name Android Market.
3. Cupcake 1.5
The third version of Android was released April 27, 2009. It was only in this version that Android commercially appeared with the name dessert. The name cupcake was chosen to be the name of this version. One of the new features that appear in this version is the on-screen keyboard.
4. Donut 1.6
The version released on September 15, 2009 has improvements to the search feature and a more user friendly UI. Donut 1.6 already supports CDMA/EVDO technology, 802.1x, VPNs. In this version update, Android focuses on increasing network and screen usage.
5. Eclair 2.0 – 2.1
Eclair 2.0 – 2.1 was released on October 26, 2009. From this version until now we are familiar with the navigation feature on Google maps, which eventually replaces the conventional map function and greatly helps people’s mobility.
6. Froyo 2.2
Froyo or shortened from frozen yogurt is an Android version that was released on May 20, 2010. One of the features that appear in this version is the pin lock on the phone and polishing of pre-existing systems.
7. Gingerbread 2.3
This version was released on December 6, 2010. In this version, there are more updates from the entertainment side, starting from video format support. And the most phenomenal thing is the front camera support on cellphones that brings the selfie photo trend.
8. Honeycomb 3.0/3.1
The honeycomb version was launched on February 22, 2011. This version was launched for the use of the android OS on tablets. This version supports multi-processor and hardware acceleration for graphics and virtual buttons. The first tablet brand to use this is the Motorola Xoom.
9. Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0
Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 was launched October 19, 2011. The features in the tablet version are included in the ICS 4.0, including the addition of new features such as face unlock, email applications and a recap of internet data usage.
10. Jelly Bean 4,1/4.2/4.3
In 2012, Android released the Jelly Bean version. Through the Jelly Bean version (4.1) Google is now being introduced, it functions as a voice assistant for various purposes quickly.
In version 4.2 there is a photo sphere feature for panoramas, daydream as a screensaver, power control, etc. While version 4.3 is an upgrade from the previous version.
11. KitKat 4.4
The KitKat version was launched on October 31, 2013. The version which was previously called Key Lime Pie brings significant improvements in terms of user experience.
The optimal Kitkat version runs on a larger storage capacity than the previous Android version. It is recommended that the device must have at least 512 MB of RAM.
12. Lollipop 5.0
The lollipop version launched November 12, 2014 and is officially available via over the air (OTA). The most notable change in this L version is the redesigned User Interface and built with “material design”.
13. Marshmallow 6.0
The marshmallow version appeared on October 5, 2015 by introducing several advanced features, including a search bar, application permissions and also a fingerprint sensor.
14. Nougat 7.0
Nougat version features major changes for android. The latest features that are present include multi-window which allows users to use 2 applications simultaneously, besides that in this version 63 new emojis were also released.
15. Oreo 8.0
Orea 8.0 was released on August 21, 2017 adding more multitasking features and an overhaul of the notification section. Users can set which notifications they want to display.
The UI appearance is also neater and fresher, and is focused on making it easier for users to access applications and find information.
16. Pie 9.0
Android version 9, called Pie, was launched on August 6, 2018. As reported by kompas.com, at least there are several features added from the previous version, including smart replies from notifications, gesture-based navigation, adaptive battery, digital wellbeing, etc.
17. Android 10
The latest android version is Android 10. It no longer uses the name dessert or dessert like the previous A-P versions. One of the reasons is because the android did not find food that comes from the Q prefix.
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