Android Operating System of Google makes online search easier

Android Mobile Operating System is initially developed by Google and later developed by Open Handset Alliance. It runs on Linux kernel and all applications are written in Java language. Android supports set of bulky applications like email client, SMS program, calendar, maps, browser, contacts and others. Android is completely designed for touch screen smart phones. It occupies 2.6% share of smartphone sales. Android operating system is popular for its union with Google services like Gmail. Few smartphones of HTC, Samsung employed android operating system.

Features of Android Mobile Operating System:
Quick Search Box: It has improved search framework which provides relevant search results from contacts or web when posed a query.

Battery usage indicator: This feature alerts the user regarding the battery usage for each application and service. So if any particular application or service is absorbing more battery power then the user can take proper action by modifying settings.

Interface for camera, camcorder and gallery: Android mobile operating system provide advanced user interface which enables user to pickup several photos for deletion and also switching between still photos and video capture modes is fast.

Strengths:

• It is an open operating system. So it can run on variety of devices like candy-bar and slider smartphones.
• Android operating system is latest and powerful compared to iphone OS.
• It provides good wireless synchronization with Google's calender and contacts.

Weaknesses:

• It is in initial stage of development.
• It needs refinement compared with other operating systems.