July 2025 will be the 20th anniversary of Google acquiring Android, Inc. from the creators of Danger and the SideKick. Initially, it was designed as an operating system and software suite to enhance digital cameras, but someone at Google envisioned greater possibilities. You can check the official Google timeline here if you’d like to learn more.
It’s wonderful to reflect on all the advancements and features that have transformed Android into what I believe is the most adaptable and superior computer OS currently available. And there have been numerous! Google modified Android to align with consumer preferences as swiftly as our tastes evolved, while hardware partners raced to keep up. Each year introduced something fresh and innovative right up to today, where Android has matured into a polished operating system.