The Emerging Era Of Android Phones

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The world has seen a drift from feature to multimedia to Android phones in a short span of time. This is no less than a revolution in itself and Android is nowhere near stopping at this point of time. People have been in awe of Android features since they were launched and the availability of these phones at affordable prices in every range proves how people are falling head over heels for them.

There are multiple reasons behind the skyrocketing sales of Android phones.

1) Open Ecosystem: Built specially for Android users, Google Play Store lets them download multiple applications easily. Also, unlike Apple, Android users have the privilege of downloading media and applications from other sources. With an Android mobile, you can download apps directly from a developer's website; install it from flash or a third party store.

2) Apps are comparatively cheaper: Android has a big user base compared to any other operating system and this reason cheaper as well as free apps are easily available. The revenue model for free applications is through advertising or in app purchases.

3) Increased Flexibility: ...
... An entirely open platform, Android gives the users much more freedom and thus, the SDK has been built to suit different platforms, making it more versatile and easily accessible.

4) User Interface: With latest smartphones in hand, people expect their device to make them feel comfortable and Android does it best, undoubtedly. Customizing the user interface according to one's wish is possible with the option of widgets. The UI is dynamic and shortcuts make suing the smartphones a breeze.

5) Manufacturer Friendly: Making changes to the core software is easy because of its open nature and the manufacturers and software developers take full advantage of that. Companies an build phones specific to a certain features giving them an edge over others. Also, in a lucrative market like India, every manufacturer wants to take advantage and this is just the right focal point to do so.

6) Budget Friendly: With ample of options to choose from different manufacturers, you can easily spot a device that gives you all you want within your specified budget. Latest mobile phones are available at different prices and you do not need to over spend.

7) The market has a broader reach: With multiple apps being launched on the Google Play Store, it is easy for a user to find what they want. Also, because Android supports all the latest technologies, all the major innovations start at Google. Users do not have to wait for an app to be released by the authority and instead they can be seen at the Play Store within a few hours after being identified.

8) Wearables: At this point, you might not see yourself using a wearable but within a few years you definitely will. The gradual increase in demand is making a raft of them available.