If you visit El Android Libre is because you know Android . The operating system created by Google through Linux kernel for mobile devices. Those were the HTC Dream ..
Speaking more technically, Android is a Linux distribution because it uses the Linux kernel to function. But inside android not find the Vanilla Kernel , but an adaptation by developers of Google so you can run inside a mobile phone. For example, the Vanilla Kernel has no drivers required for certain Android tablets.
The fact that Android is not entirely open source, reserving certain things in order to receive income, encourages developers. Hence born forks. And today now represent over 20% of Android.
fork (English branch) Android is when developers create a alternative operating system Android but essentially takes the “Android Kernel”. What entrecomillamos because there is a kernel itself, but an adaptation of the Linux kernel. We also talked here about every version of Android that has existed so far in this article, do not hesitate to visit.
All Android versions
Today the most famous forks we will show in the panorama of Android, even if you like to “tinker” with your device could you try.
If you have inquired about the outlook for the ROMs for Android of you will have come across this group of developers as well known, CyanogenMod .
CyanogenMod ROMs created by having more functionality than Android by default. For example we support FLAC, Theme Chooser and CPU overclocking. Some of the many features included in this ROM developer on your Android.
We talked about that a fork by the mere fact that in its essence is Android but the user experience (although not differ long) is different from the original Android.
In the event that you have gone beyond looking for some ROM for your device, sure ye shall have found with AOKP also. A developer whose ROMs cooked in premium Android versions aesthetic customization . The purpose of this ROM, and improve the user experience through tweaks, it allow the user to change the interface that will treat your taste.
We may change from something as simple as colors to interface notification center. If you like customization, this can be an alternative to Android choice for you.
3. Baidu Yi
This differs Android fork Android stock in addition to the Plastic Icons and little else, you replace the entire Google presence for own applications.
This is a fork born in China and you know it’s true Asian countries, who prefer to use their own applications and services. So you are free to launch a modified version of Android for some terminals.
Web Baidu Yi
4. Lewa OS
This modified version of Android is modified so that it is more adapted to Chinese tastes . Incorporates a better translation of language and a different interface reminiscent in some cases to iOS.
Lewa OS Web
Xiaomi, how many times have we talked about it here ?, many. For this device maker launched its own version of Android modified, ie, its own fork of Android.
MIUI , plus a strong resemblance to iOS, we find multiple applications of Google (not default ones) replaced with others developed by MIUI. Includes own application store , a proper antivirus and even Android optimization suite.
His latest MIUI called V6 was launched with the Xiaomi E4. The latest flagship of the brand.
Before launching the X range Nokia rumored Android these devices include inside and some part, the rumors were true.
Nokia incorporated in this range of a fork of Android devices. The user experience was the same as we would find a Windows Phone but the kernel, the pillars on which the operating system was based, was Android . So much so that we can install APKs Android and even Play Store. Of course Nokia introduced its own app store as well.
7. Replicant
CyanogenMod and AOKP focus on the optimization and customization of Android, Replicant full focus on safety . A modified version of Android that closes vulnerabilities to strengthen the user experience of its members.
For those who fear for the safety of your device and want to be sure, Replicant could be a good choice.
8. Xobot OS
This ROM, but now abandoned, it was a projector on a developer trying change each trace Java Android code C # .
The project Miguel de Icaza , the developer owner Xobot OS , shows that You can create an OS with different programming languages, because no one shut.
Web OS Xobot GitHub
When they announced he was dubbed as the new CyanogenMod rival. Some developers modified ROMs that launched the world a different version of Android but the user experience was not much different to the original.
We found a renewed multitasking based on a floating window, customization within the notification center and many other things. I personally tried the Oppo N1 and was pleased with the operation.
Finally, Fire OS The fork developed by Amazon for your Android devices specially developed for consumption of content at your store.
The interface found in Fire OS is markedly different from the one found in Android by default, plus replaces the Play Store by Amazon app store and many other consumer multimedia applications by the respective Amazon. If anything sell so cheap these devices is because they expect to recoup the losses from the purchase of content by users.
We left by commenting like the colors, the operating system based on Android used by Oppo. What other forks know?
You can see that Android is not a single operating system but has encouraged the development of third-party software using the kernel for other needs. The creation of the forks is only meet the demand for industry users requiring some extra functionality to your device. Although perhaps too many derivatives are emerging Android.
In my opinion, creating forks seems great. It’s a great way to meet the needs of all users as not all ask the same thing in an operating system. I must also say that I find it much better to use a fork to incorporate an application layer that slows down the device.
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