# Discover the Evolution of Android: New Features and Updates Explained

> The Android operating system, introduced in 2008, runs on all Android smartphones and tablets. Since it's open source, some devices have a custom version of the operating system (OS), but most have a similar look and…

- **Source:** [Lifewire](https://www.lifewire.com/android-versions-4173277?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=684bc57aba9738f54910e0e3)
- **Published:** 2025-06-13
- **Category:** Phones
- **Tags:** #android #discover #evolution #explained #features #operating #system #updates
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