Android and Symbian are two of the most popular mobile operating systems in the world. While they have a lot of similarities, there are also some key differences between them. In this blog post, we’ll take a look at some of the key differences between Android and Symbian.
What is Android?
- Android is a software stack for mobile devices that includes an operating system, middleware and key applications. Android is a Linux-based operating system designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers. Android’s user interface is based on direct manipulation, using touch gestures that loosely correspond to real-world actions, such as swiping, tapping and pinching, to manipulate on-screen objects, along with a virtual keyboard for text input.
- Android has been the world’s best-selling Smartphone platform since 2011 and Android tablet sales worldwide totaled 134 million units in 2013. Android software development is the process by which new applications are created for the Android operating system. Android applications are packaged in .apk format and stored under /data/app folder on the Android device.
- Android applications can be downloaded from third-party websites or through online stores such as Google Play, which features both free and paid applications. Users can also install Android applications from a USB storage device such as a microSD card. Android devices boot to the homescreen, the primary navigation and information “hub” on Android devices, analogous to the desktop found on personal computers. Android homescreens are typically made up of app icons and widgets; app icons launch the associated app,
What is Symbian?
- Symbian is a mobile operating system (OS) and computing platform designed for smartphones. Symbian was originally developed by Symbian Ltd., a joint venture between Nokia, Ericsson, Motorola, and Psion. Symbian OS was designed as a closed source OS with a proprietary software development kit (SDK).
- In 2008, Symbian Foundation was established to promote the open source development of Symbian OS. In 2011, Nokia announced that it would transition Symbian OS to an open source platform called Symbian Belle. In 2012, Nokia sold Symbian to Accenture and Symbian Belle was renamed Nokia Belle. Symbian Belle is currently the latest version of Symbian OS.
Difference between Android and Symbian
- Android and Symbian are two of the most popular mobile operating systems on the market today. Android is a Linux-based operating system that was developed by Google. Symbian, on the other hand, is a proprietary operating system that was originally developed by Psion. Android is open source, which means that anyone can develop applications for it.
- Symbian, on the other hand, is closed source, which means that only Psion and its licensees can develop applications for it. Android is also more customizable than Symbian. For example, Android allows users to install third-party launchers and widgets, while Symbian does not. Android also has a larger selection of apps available than Symbian. When it comes to security,
- Android is more secure than Symbian. Android uses a security model that is based on Linux permissions, while Symbian uses a security model that is based on signed applications. Finally, Android is faster and more responsive than Symbian. This is because Android uses a touch-screen interface, while Symbian uses a keypad interface.
Conclusion
Android and Symbian are two different types of mobile operating systems. Android is a Linux-based OS that was created by Google, while Symbian is a proprietary OS that was originally developed by Nokia. Each system has its own advantages and disadvantages. For example, Android is more customizable than Symbian, but Symbian is more reliable and efficient. If you’re looking for a new phone and aren’t sure which operating system to choose, it’s important to do your research and decide which one will best meet your needs.
