Android Version 15

Version 15 "Vanilla Ice Cream" is expected to release in Q3-2024

Android Version 14

Version 14 "Upside Down Cake" was released in October 2023

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Improved protections against malware
• Ultra HDR
• Wallpaper and Lock screen enhancements

Android Version 13

Version 13 "Tiramisu" was released in August 2022

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Support for Bluetooth LE Audio
• Improved performance and memory optimizations

Android Version 12

Version 12 "Snow Cone" was released in October 2021

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Area Magnification
• Precise and Approximate location controls
• Ability to update apps without annoying user

Android Version 11

Version 11 "Red Velvet Cake" was released in September 2020

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Screen recorder
  
• Notification history
• One-time permissions
• Wireless Android Auto

Android Version 10

Version 10 "Quince Tart" was released in September 2019.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Improved privacy protections
• AV1 video Codec and HDR10+ support
• Individual core OS component updates

Android Version 9.0

In August 2018, version 9.0 "Pie" was released.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Rounded corners across UI
• Optional gesture-based interface
• Large number of UI tweaks
• Android dashboard with app time limit controls

Android Version 8.0

In August 2017, version 8.0 "Oreo" was released.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Picture-in-Picture support
• Adaptive Icons
• Notification Improvements
• Faster bootup
• Integrated printing support

Android Version 7.0

In August 2016, version 7.0 "Nougat" was released.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Screen Zoom
• Virtual Reality Platform
• Multi-Window Support
• Improved updating with new system partition

Android Version 6.0

On October 2015, version 6.0 "Marshmallow" was released.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Reduced battery consumption while in sleep
• Improved privacy controls
• Fingerprint support with fingerprint sensor equipped devices
• Easier transition from older devices
  

Android Version 5.1

In March 2015, version 5.1 was announced.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Support for multiple SIM cards
• Device protection for lost or stolen device
• High definition phone calls
• Enhancements to join WiFi networks
• Control of paired Bluetooth devices
  

Android Version 5.0

In October 2014, version 5.0 was announced. This release uses the new code-name of Lollipop.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Responsive UI with natural lighting and shadows
• Improved notifications, selective notifications and prioritzations
• Battery saver, estimated time when charging should be completed
• Encryption defaults on, and new smart-lock features
• Sharing for guests and access to contacts from other phones
• Improved Bluetooth operation
• Boosted performance including support for 64-bit CPUs
• OK Google voice tasks
• Android TV
  

Android Version 4.4

In September 2013, version 4.4 was announced. This release uses the new code-name of Kit Kat.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Just say "Ok Google" to start voice operations
• When playing music or videos, lock screen shows related art
• Immersive mode hides everything except the active content
• Faster multitasking
• Priority contacts listing
• Hangouts places all messages in one place
• Printing
  

Android Version 4.3

In July 2013, version 4.3 was announced. This release retains the prior release's code-name of Jelly Bean.

Areas that are new or improved include:

• Restricted profiles for tablets
• Improved Bluetooth power efficency
• Dial pad autocomplete
• Improved Right-to-Left language support
• Faster user switching from lock screen
• 4K Resolution support
  

Android Version 4.2

In October 2012, version 4.2 was announced. This release retains the prior release's code-name of Jelly Bean.

UI changes and enhancements include:

• Multiple users for tablets

Other areas that are new or improved include:

• Photo Sphere to take 360 degree images
• Built-in keyboard gesture typing (like Swype)
• Daydream to display info while idle or docked
• Beam photos and vidoes
  

Android Version 4.1

In July 2012, version 4.1 was released. This release is code-named Jelly Bean.

UI changes and enhancements include:

• Improved touch response and transitions
• Expandable, actionable notifications
• Adaptive keyboard and guesses

Other areas that are new or improved include:

• Instant review of taken photos
• External braille input and output via USB
• Improved Voice search
• NFC based photo sharing
• USB audio
• Google Wallet
  

Android Version 4.0

In late October 2011, version 4.0 was released. This release is code-named Ice-Cream Sandwich. It merges the 3.x tab centric design and the v2.x phone based design into a single version.

Major UI changes and enhancements include:

• Refined UI
• Recent Apps selection
• Home folders and favorites tray
• Resizable Widgets
• Lock screen actions
• Quick Response for calls
• Network data control

Other areas that are new or improved include:

• Social network improvements
• Unified calendar
• Camera and Camcorder changes - face detection, image stabilization, snapshots while video recording, new gallery app with photo editor
• Browser can get full desktop versions of web sites
• Improved Email
• NFC based sharing
• Face Unlock
• WiFi-Direct support
  
  

Android Version 3.2

In July 2011, Android 3.2 was released. This release is also code-named Honeycomb (like versions 3.1 and 3.0). Enhancements over prior versions include:

• Further enhancements for Tablets
• Compatibility zoom for fixed-sized applications
• Direct application access to SD card file system
• Extended screen API for managing different screen sizes

Android Version 3.1

In June 2011, Android 3.1 was released. This release is also code-named Honeycomb (like version 3.0) and is targeted at devices with larger screens such as tablets. Enhancements include:

• UI refinements to navigation and animations
• USB devices and accessories supported, including mice, keyboards, digital cameras and more.
• Expanded recent apps list
• Resizeable Home screen widgets
• Support for joysticks and gamepads
• Improved Wi-Fi networking stability, including connection while the screen is off
• Updated set of standard apps, including browser, gallery calendar, contacts and email.
• Enterprise support features

Android Version 3.0

In February 2011, the 3.0 SDK was released. This release is code-named Honeycomb and is targeted at devices with larger screens such as tablets. Enhancements include:

• New UI optimized for tablets includes a new system bar, action bar, customizable home screens and recent apps list
• Redesigned keyboard for faster more accurate entry
• Improved text selection, copy and paste
• Synchronize media files via USB without mounting a USB mass-storage device
• Support for physical keyboards via Bluetooth or USB
• Bluetooth tethering allows more devices to share the network connection
• Updated applications for larger screens including browser, camera, gallery, contact and email
• Multi-core processor support
• High-performance 2D and 3D graphic support

Android Version 2.3

In December 2010 the 2.3 SDK was released. This release is code-named Gingerbread. There have also been a stream of minor updates and bug fixes to version 2.3 since it's intial release, with the latest as version 2.3.7 in September 2011. Enhancements from the first 2.3 release include:

• UI refinements for simplicity and speed
• Faster, more intuitive text input on the virtual keyboard
• One-touch word selection and copy/paste
• Improved power management and power usage status
• Application status and ability to manually stop applications
• Internet phone calling
• Near-Field Communication (NFC) support to read NFC tags
• New download manager
• Multiple camera support (i.e. front and rear cameras)
• Support for barometer, gravity, gyroscope, linear acceleration and rotation vector sensors

Android Version 2.2

In May 2010 the 2.2 SDK was released. This release is code-named Froyo (for Frozen Yogurt). Enhancements include:

• Camera control improvements with more on-screen buttons
• Tethering with up to 8 WiFi hotspots or via USB connection
• Multi-lingual keyboard support allows quick language switching
• More performance improvements for faster app access and browser speedups
• Bluetooth improvements including voice dialing, contract sharing, support for bluetooth car and desk docks
• Numerous enhancements for Microsoft's Exchange, such as remote wipe, calendar support, global address lists and improved security
• New home screen tips widget

Android Version 2.0 and 2.1

In October 2009, the 2.0 SDK was released, and updated in January 2010 with version 2.1. Few devices were released with v2.0, but v2.1 has been quite popular. These releases were both code-named Eclair. Enhancements include:

• Improved UI
• Contact and Account improvements and synchronization
• Email support for Exchange, supports multiple account aggregation
• More camera improvements including flash, digital zoom, white balance, scene modes and macro focus
• Improved virtual keyboard
• Browser improvements including key functions of HTML5
• Improved speed
• Improvements to Calendar and Google Maps
• Bluetooth 2.1 support and related Bluetooth features
• Live wallpapers

Android Version 1.6

The v1.6 Software Development Kit (SDK) was released in September 2009. This release was code-named Donut. Enhancements include:

• New camera, camcorder and photo gallery interfaces
• Improved voice search and search experience
• Support for higher screen resolutions
• Google turn-by-turn navigation
• Text to speech engine
• Multi-touch gesture support
• VPN (Virtual Private Network) support

Android Version 1.5

This was a major release that was first utilized by a number of manufacturers. It was made available in April 2009, and was code-named Cupcake by Google. Enhancements include:

• Camcorder support to record and watch videos
• Ability to easily upload images and videos to Picasa and YouTube
• A number of Bluetooth improvements
• Widgets and folders can now be placed on the home screen
• Animation on various screen transitions
• On-screen keyboard with text-prediction

Android Version 1.1

This minor update was the first release used in a commercial device, the T-mobile G1, in October 2008.

Android Version 1.0

This first release was made in September 2008, but was not used in any commercially available device.