Do you plan to buy a new smartphone or another gadget from the tech gadgets section? In the last few years, we've seen a huge increase in the number of new gadgets and handheld devices.
These new gadgets are as versatile and useful as an old computer. Operating systems are required for any device that runs software. There are many operating systems available, but the most popular is the Android OS from Google.
What's Android?
This operating system (or OS) runs on mobile devices. This OS is built on modified Linux kernel. Google purchased the system originally from Android Inc. They have continued to improve and adapt it.
Other Mobile Operating Systems
Windows Mobile OS, Apple Mobile OS, and Linux are the most well-known operating systems. As the years go by, we see more operating systems being developed. This is forcing software companies to keep up with the times and be competitive in high-tech gadgets markets.
What operating system are these tech gadgets using? And what are their benefits and drawbacks?
Windows Mobile OS/Windows CE
Windows Mobile OS is available on many phones of different brands. Let's take a look at some of its best features:
- Stable and reliable
- There are many programs available
- New interface has improved touch navigation
- Excellent sync capabilities with Google Mobile and Exchange
- Available on Networks
What are the negative points?
- Old operating systems are slow and sometimes chunky.
- Interface inconsistent
- Safari is faster than browser
- Interface is still not very user-friendly
Microsoft is a well-respected company with a track record on common tech gadgets such as cell phones and car DVD players. This has helped to explain the success of its products.
Apple
With the introduction of iPhone, Apple captured a large share of the mobile phone market. It has been named by numerous writers and pundits as one of the top tech gadgets.
For now, the iPhone OS only works on the iPhone. The iPad and iTouch run a different version.
What are the pros and disadvantages of the iPhone OS?
What are the pros and cons?
- Highly reliable
- There are many apps to choose.
- The best touch navigation interface
- You can seamlessly switch between apps
- It's quick and easy
What are the cons?
- Apple devices can be costly
- Only available through Apple Apps
Linux
The Linux Mobile OS is again available on many hi-tech gadgets. But what are the benefits and disadvantages of this OS?
Advantages:
- Many Linux apps can be downloaded free of charge
- Open source is a way for anyone to write programs.
- Online resources for assistance are plenty.
Disadvantages:
- There are still some bugs
- There is no official helpline
- Microsoft apps cannot be used
- Symbian OS (and Palm OS) are other widely-used operating systems.
These operating systems seem to be falling behind those mentioned in the article.
These are the key reasons why new innovations and mass appeal are so popular.
Hence, why is Android so popular?
It's Linux-based, which is the main reason. It also has many third-party applications.
What are the benefits and drawbacks of these choices?
Pros:
- It is open source, as I mentioned earlier.
- You can hack easily
- Powerful
- Constant updates provided
- Many providers offer apps to it
Cons:
- Limited availability of handsets
- Questions about power management
- The interface is not user-friendly
The relative affordability of Chinese OEM products has seen the android quickly brought to more people. This article should help you to decide which mobile OS is right for you.
