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Android Module1 Short Notes

Android is an open-source, Linux-based mobile operating system developed by Android Inc. and acquired by Google, with its first version released in 2008. It supports app development primarily using Java and features a structured stack including the Linux kernel, libraries, and application framework. Key components include activities, services, and a configuration file known as the Android Manifest, which outlines app details and permissions.

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Android Module1 Short Notes

Android is an open-source, Linux-based mobile operating system developed by Android Inc. and acquired by Google, with its first version released in 2008. It supports app development primarily using Java and features a structured stack including the Linux kernel, libraries, and application framework. Key components include activities, services, and a configuration file known as the Android Manifest, which outlines app details and permissions.

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Introduction

Android is an open-source, Linux-based operating system for mobile devices. It supports app
development using Java and provides a unified platform.

History

Developed by Android Inc. (2003), acquired by Google (2005). First version released in 2008.

Features

UI, Connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth), SQLite storage, Media support, Multi-tasking, Multi-touch.

Android Stack

1. Linux Kernel 2. Libraries 3. Android Runtime (ART) 4. Application Framework 5. Applications

Runtime

Dalvik (JIT) replaced by ART (AOT) for faster performance.

Application Components

Activities, Services, Broadcast Receivers, Content Providers, Intents.

Activity Lifecycle

onCreate(), onStart(), onResume(), onPause(), onStop(), onDestroy(), onRestart().

Android UI

UI is defined using XML layouts. Views and ViewGroups are building blocks.

Android Manifest

Configuration file that defines components, permissions, and app details.

Android Packages
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