List of The Most Popular Operating Systems
Names of operating systems that are popular amongst users worldwide.
List of The Most Popular Operating Systems
Names of operating systems that are popular amongst users worldwide.
Android OS
iOS
Microsoft Windows
Apple macOS
Linux Operating System
Chrome OS
Android codename, version and year.
Android 1.0 (2008)
Petitfour - Android 1.1 (2009)
Cupcake – Android 1.5 (2009)
Donut – Android 1.6 (2009)
Eclair – Android 2.0 e 2.1 (2009)
Froyo – Android 2.2 (2010)
Gingerbread – Android 2.3 (2010)
HoneyComb – Android 3 (2011)
Ice Cream Sandwich – Android 4.0 (2011)
Jelly Bean – Android 4.1, 4.2 e 4.3 (2012)
KitKat – Android 4.4 (2013)
Lollipop – Android 5 (2014)
Marshmallow – Android 6 (2015)
Nougat – Android 7 (2016)
Oreo – Android 8 (2017)
Pie – Android 9 (2018)
Queen’s Cake – Android 10 (2019)
Red Velvet Cake – Android 11 (2020)
Snow Cone – Android 12 (2021)
Tiramisu – Android 13 (2022)
Upside Down Cake – Android 14 (2023)
Vanilla ice Crem – Android 15 (2024)
Baklava - Android 16 (2025)
Cinnamon Bun - Android 17 (2026) Q2
Virtual Lock Button: Lock your screen with an effortless, mid-screen gesture or on-screen icon—a durable alternative to the hardware power button. - 01.10.2025
For any image generated by AI: The full prompt, including all keywords and parameters, must be embedded within the image file's metadata (such as the IPTC or XMP Description field). - 31.10.2025
To make watching TV exciting again, I created a Python script algorithmic TV scheduler. I named Gridflow. It picks my next show from a pre-approved list and builds a daily schedule, essentially turning my streaming library into a customized, mysterious television channel lineup. #25156 - 17.11.2025
It is incomprehensible that institutions like IFREMER make critical AMOC data available through insecure servers that do not support FTP over TLS. Where precision should be paramount, the absence of a checksum at the source (such as SHA-1), as well as insecure servers or connections established without encryption, break the chain of scientific trust. Without cryptographic validation and on an exposed channel, any corrupted or intercepted bit in gigabytes of time series invalidates vital climate models. In the face of critical deviations (such as the one on 13/02), treating planetary data with less rigor than a simple software package is an unacceptable oversight. Science demands proof, not acts of faith; public data must be certified so that the user can validate its authenticity. In the 21st century, the integrity of information is the cornerstone of scientific truth. - 13.02.2026
In my opinion, I think that as long as electric cars can't be charged in a maximum of 10 minutes, or there isn't a kind of portable power bank in a suitcase as an emergency boost or for charging, people will continue to be afraid of... hybrids become an option because they exist, without the guarantee of not "getting stuck," and fossil fuels will continue to be the mainstay, which at this point, this year, and with the way the planet is, should only be for small, medium, and large companies or multinationals. But here's an idea for a power bank (even if it's just a suitcase) with a range of 100km, for example, to serve as an emergency charge for electric cars. - 27.02.2026
Proposal: Google "Silver Mode" – The Native Senior Experience :
Concept: A radical system-level simplification for Android, designed to eliminate digital anxiety for seniors.
The Problem: "Digital Noise"
Seniors are reverting to basic "dumbphones" not because they don't want technology, but because modern smartphones are cluttered with "bloatware," complex gestures, and constant notifications that create a fear of "breaking something."
The Solution: A Native "Accessibility-Senior" Layer
Unlike a simple 3rd-party app, this would be a Core Android Mode (similar to "Battery Saver" or "Driving Mode") that transforms the OS:
1. The "Essential-Only" Interface
Grid of Four: The home screen is replaced by four high-contrast, oversized buttons: Calls, Messages, Family Photos, and Emergency.
Categorized Apps: Instead of a chaotic app drawer, apps are automatically sorted into fundamental folders: Health, Utilities, and Entertainment. Dont't forgeting wint Senior's less is allways more is this matters.
Fixed Navigation: Gestures are disabled. The phone returns to a permanent, visible "Back" and "Home" button at the bottom of the screen.
2. Visual & Tactic Clarity
Dynamic Adaptive Vision: The system automatically adjusts text size and icon boldness based on ambient light and personalized vision profiles.
Optometry Integration: During setup, the device can input the user's eyeglass prescription to perfectly calibrate the interface scale (text, fonts and icons) to their specific visual needs.
High-Contrast Boldness: All icons and text use a specific "ultra-legibility" weight to ensure clarity for users with cataracts or glaucoma.
Tactile Reassurance: Every press provides haptic vibration and vocal confirmation—such as saying "Opening Health Folder"—to eliminate the fear of accidental clicks.
3. Remote Family Integration (The Safety Net)
Guardian Sync: Through the Google Home app, a trusted family member can remotely organize the senior’s home screen, update contacts, or help find a "lost" setting without needing to be physically present.
Integrated Panic System: A dedicated, high-visibility Emergency Button is permanently pinned to the home screen for immediate access during heart attacks, falls, or other crises.
Smartwatch Pulse Monitoring: The system syncs with a smartwatch to monitor the user’s pulse in real-time. If the sensor detects a sudden irregular rhythm or a total loss of pulse, it triggers an automated SOS sequence.
Automated Emergency Chain: When a crisis is detected, the phone automatically calls emergency services and broadcasts the user's GPS location to the family "Guardian" group simultaneously.
Guardian Safety Check: If the pulse signal is lost or the phone remains stationary for an unusual period, the system sends a "Safety Check" notification to family members before escalating to an emergency call.
Scam Shield: Advanced AI filtering that doesn't just mark "Spam," but actively blocks unknown callers and highlights suspicious links in red with a "Danger" warning.
Why this matters for Google?
By creating a native Silver Mode, Google can bridge the digital divide, ensuring that the older generation stays connected to their families (via Duo/Meet/Photos) without the frustration of a standard smartphone UI. It’s about Dignity through Design. - 04.03.2026
Ubuntu Touch is the open source phone that has freedom and privacy in mind. Supported by dozens of devices, with installer for FOSS fans.
Is a mobile version of the Ubuntu operating system, developed by the UBports community designed primarily for touchscreen mobile devices such as smartphones and tablet computers.
❗🇪🇺 Due to a new European Union (EU) regulation, access to the bootloader will be locked starting on August 1, 2025. This will prevent users from installing custom ROMs on their devices.
This change is being implemented to enhance user security. Custom ROMs, which are modified versions of Android, can offer new features and interfaces. However, they lack the proper security signatures, making them vulnerable to malicious software. Without these signatures, hackers can easily inject malware to steal personal data, run ransomware, or launch other attacks without being detected.
Many Android manufacturers, including Samsung and Xiaomi, are already beginning to follow this new rule. The move to lock down bootloaders will make it harder for third-party developers to create and distribute custom ROMs.
This is a list of Android distributions, Android-based operating systems (OS) commonly referred to as Custom ROMs or Android ROMs, forked from the Android Open Source Project (AOSP) without Google Play Services included officially in some or all markets, yet maintained independent coverage in notable Android-related sources.
The list may include distributions that come pre-installed on a device (stock ROM) or modifications of them. Only builds considered official are listed.