200 million Android Go users worldwide

Google has revealed that every day more than 200 million people around the world are now using Android Go, a stripped-down version of its mobile operating system aimed at emerging countries. 

This announcement comes as Android 12 (Go edition) has just been rolled out. This new version, modelled of course on Android 12, which appeared earlier this year, promises a faster and more privacy-friendly experience than ever before, even on the most basic devices.

Google first launched Android Go back in 2017, targeting users in India and some other emerging countries. Android Go is a much lighter version of its mobile operating system that is simple to install and activate on entry-level smartphones. Its development has since led to the release of a large number of low-cost products, accessible to the greatest number of people.

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