Google’s annual I/O developer conference saw the introduction of Android Go, a lightweight version of its operating system catering for low-end devices and limited data plans. Global Web Index outlines why this move will ensure further growth for Android.
Given that a large selection of mobile brands run their devices on Android has guaranteed the dominance of this operating system in all regions. Fast-growth markets have become fierce battlegrounds for many mobile brands looking to sell cheap and low-spec handsets, putting pressure on OS developers to optimize their services accordingly.
In the Middle East & Africa (MEA) region, nearly 40 percent online users say they plan to purchase a mobile in the next six months. Data also shows that Android has a significant lead over iOS in the region.
