Chapter 4, Problem 1WE

Explanation of Solution

Three most popular Smartphone operating systems:

Android OS:

• This OS is developed by Google and it is Linux version OS.
• Key features:
  • It is open-source software.
  • It helps wireless communication using 3G and 4G networks, 802.11 Wi-Fi networks and Bluetooth connectivity.
  • It runs on various devices of dissimilar companies.
  • User able to obtain millions of apps for free.
  • Interface is better than the preceding mobiles.
  • Multitasking, multi-touch, modern web browser, smart notification center.
  • These applications are developed by languages such Java and C or C++ programming.
  • The storage is expandable.
• Pros:
  • It is deeper market penetration in other countries.
  • Market share is high. Because from the world level, the market share is 82.8%.
  • It contain variety of devices comes more potential users.
  • Needed requirements for development are less.
  • The publication process will be easier in this OS.
• Cons:
  • Two to three times the development cost.
  • The development cost is two to three times higher than iOS.
  • Longer to develop and more expensive.
  • Fragmentation leads to more potential bugs on Android apps than an iOS.

iOS:

• It is an iPhone operating system which is produced and developed by Apple Inc.
• Key features:
  • The programming languages are C, C++ and Objective-C...