Have you ever wondered why a new update available for the particular model is the producer so long? HTC , by the way szykowania for January Android 4.4 version of KitKat , comes to us on the counter with the answer, which presents the so-called. infographics.
All manufacturers offer technical support and have to go through the same process of renovation, but as you well know the quality of service varies. Recently, HTC LISTED belongs to the best in this respect.
Versions models
start smartphones artwork is divided into three main groups. So first we have the longest waiting for an update: blocked by operator , which in the end have to go through yet another stage adaptation of a new version of the network owner. Secondly, they are free device without SIM lock and versions for developers – Developer Edition . And thirdly we have phones devoid of graphical user interface HTC Sense – Google Edition .
In each of the three cases, the process begins with the provision of the PDK (SDK) – tools for developers, designed to adapt the most important applications for the new software. This happens just before the release of the new version of Android.
What
to have a semiconductor manufacturers
Google provides source code both manufacturers of smartphones , as well as manufacturers of semiconductors . Their task is to assess software compatibility with hardware and achieve performance improvements. If software and hardware are compatible, component manufacturers provide appropriate drivers necessary for the proper functioning of a different version of the platform.
Google Edition versions are ready for testing.
During this time, HTC is a “rip” the new version of Google with the latest iteration of its graphical user interface HTC Sense .
this point without SIM lock versions are ready for testing.
Finally, it’s time for ET nearly finished renovation of caps, locks, updates each operators .
last group of models is ready for testing.
testing and release the OTA
The finished
update checks if there are no errors. If their findings improves code to remove them. When it appears that the Android version is stable, it is sent to the operators in order to verify compliance with the networks and to Google for approval. Finally, after certification we get our first OTA .
Here’s the update process presented graphically:
Source: htc