Android KitKat (Android 4.4) was released in October 2013 and was optimized to run efficiently on devices with as little as 512MB of RAM.
Key Features
- Optimized for low-memory devices (512MB RAM)
- Immersive full-screen mode
- "OK Google" hotword detection
- New dialer with caller ID
- Wireless printing support
- WebView based on Chromium
- Screen recording capability
- NFC Host Card Emulation
Optimization Focus
KitKat's "Project Svelte" reduced memory requirements, allowing Android to run on entry-level devices and bringing the latest features to more users.
Related Android Versions
- Android Jelly Bean (4.1-4.3)
- Android Nougat (7.0)
