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What Is Android Kitkat?

Maya Lin-Takahashi • • 7 min read
What Is Android Kitkat?
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Android KitKat

Operating system

What does Android 4.4 KitKat mean?

Android 4.4 KitKat is a version of Google’s operating system (OS) for smartphones and tablets. The Android 4.4 KitKat operating system uses advanced memory optimization technologies. As a result, it is available on Android devices with as little as 512 MB of RAM.

Which Android version is KitKat?

Code names

Code name Version number Initial release date
Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0 – 4.0.4 October 18, 2011
Jelly Bean 4.1 – 4.3.1 July 9, 2012
KitKat 4.4 – 4.4.4 October 31, 2013
Lollipop 5.0 – 5.1.1 November 12, 2014

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Maya Lin-Takahashi
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Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.