Unveiled on September 3, 2013, KitKat focused primarily on optimizing the operating system (running on little RAM as 512 MB; Project Svelte) for improved performance on entry-level devices with limited …

May 20, 2024 · Android KitKat brings all of Android's most innovative, most beautiful, and most useful features to more devices everywhere. This document provides a glimpse of what's new for developers.

Jul 24, 2023 · Google introduced KitKat, also known as Android 4.4, in September 2013, making the OS a relic by today’s standards. “Since then, we’ve introduced many innovative improvements and …

Aug 6, 2023 · KitKat OS is a version of Android software that was released almost 10 years ago on devices like the Samsung Galaxy S4 Mini. At the time, it introduced a range of new features like the …

Jul 24, 2023 · Google has announced that Google Play services will discontinue support for Android KitKat. The active device count for Android 4.4 has reportedly fallen to under 1%.

Jul 25, 2023 · Google has announced (via Android Authority) that it will no longer support the sweetest Android so far. Starting in August, Android KitKat will have a permanent break.

Jun 5, 2025 · In conclusion, Android KitKat is indeed obsolete. While it was a significant update to the Android operating system, it’s no longer supported by Google or manufacturers.

Nov 1, 2013 · Android 4.4 KitKat is finally here. Find out about its new features, performance improvements and when you can get it.

Apr 9, 2025 · Android 4.4 KitKat was released in late 2013, and although newer versions have now succeeded it, it's still surprisingly usable in most cases. This wikiHow shows how to make the most of …

Aug 6, 2023 · Google has made the decision to discontinue support for Android KitKat in future releases of Google Play Services come August 2023, meaning that if your Android device still runs on KitKat, …