Android 1.6 r1

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Android 1.6 r1
Build of Android 1.x
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Architecture
Compiled2009-09-15
Works in

Android 1.6 r1 (codenamed Donut) was released on 15 September 2009. It is based on Linux kernel 2.6.29.

Features[edit | edit source]

  • Voice and text entry search enhanced to include bookmark history, contacts, and the web.
  • The ability for developers to include their own content in search results.
  • Multi-lingual speech synthesis engine to allow any Android application to "speak" a string of text.
  • Easier searching and are able to view app screenshots in Android Market.
  • Gallery, camera, and camcorder more fully integrated, with faster camera access.
  • The ability for users to select multiple photos for deletion.
  • Updated technology support for CDMA/EVDO, 802.1x, VPNs, and a text-to-speech engine.
  • Support for WVGA screen resolutions.
  • Speed improvements in searching and camera applications.
  • Expanded Gesture framework and new GestureBuilder development tool.