POPULAR MOBILE OPERATING SYSTEMS WHAT IS AN OPERATING

POPULAR MOBILE OPERATING SYSTEMS

WHAT IS AN OPERATING SYSTEM In short an operating system is software which performs basic task like booting up the system, memory management and controlling peripherals. It allows for better interaction between the user and the device.

MOST POPULAR MOBILE OPERATING SYSTEMS By just taking a look around you and into your own pocket, it is clear to see that the most commonly used mobile OS are Apple IOS and Android. According to (Stat. Counter 1999 -2019) Android currently holds around 76% of the worldwide market share for mobile phones, while IOS hold around 22%. When it comes to tablets though, IOS has taken over with over 66% of the worldwide market share while android only has about 33%. If popularity is to be judged by these statistics, Android and IOS are without a doubt the most popular mobile OS.

WHAT IS ANDROID Android is a Linux based, open source operating system designed primarily for use in touch screen mobile device like smart phones and tablets. The company Android Inc was founded in Palo Alto, California in October of 2003 by Rich Miner, Nick Sears, Chris White and Andy Rubin. The company was later bought by Google where it was decided to use Linux as the basis of the Android OS. It originally intended to be an operation system used in cameras but as a result of the lowering demand for digital cameras it was then decided to be used in mobile phones.

WHAT MAKES ANDROID POPULAR Firstly this could be as a result of Android being open source allowing it to be adopted by many different manufactures for use in the creation of low cost smart phones. Manufactures are able to freely customize the android OS to fit the needs of their product intern giving users an wide variety of choices to fit their personal preferences and price range.

ADVANTAGES OF ANDROID 1. Firstly is there universal charge. Most if not all Android phones use the Micro USB connection in their chargers. Making it easier for them to acquire a new charger if the old one has been damaged. There is allow the incentive of android fast charging and wireless charging. 2. Android does not come with one brand but many different brands at many different prices for users to choose from. 3. Android allows for customization of the keyboard by the user to suit their style. 4. Apps can be acquired from sources other than the app store. Providing the user with more variety in their apps. 5. The ability to remove and replace both memory and battery. Allows the replace of battery without replacing the entire phone.

WHAT IS IOS Apple, the company which created i. Phone OS was founded on April 1 st, 1976 at Cupertino, California by Steve Job, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne originally to sell personal computers. The i. Phone OS would not be created until June 29 of 2007 along with the first i. Phone.

WHAT MAKES IOS POPULAR In recent times it seem that the i. Phone is used more as a status symbol, for an induvial are proud to say "I own an i. Phone". This can also be attributed with the mainstream use of i. Phones by many different celebrities and social media influencers, from You. Tube creators editing there videos to the workstation of our favorite DJ's. The glowing apple logo has become instantly recognizable by almost anyone.

Advantages of IOS 1. The i. Phone is known for its Excellent fingerprint scan and face recognition which both provide great security. 2. IOS is also know for the ability to update compatible devices to the latest version almost as soon as it released. 3. i. Phone also seems to get most of the best apps before any other operating system. For example the very popular Fortnite which after its release on IOS devices took several months to jump to another platform. 4. Apple IOS also limits the bloatware that comes with their devices, not forcing useless apps on it users which just pick up space.

CONCLUSION Mobile devices are a main part of our daily lives and it is important to know that the Operating system is the main reason for the popularity. The operating system is constantly evolving to suit the needs of its users.