Android One: Google's sub 6k Smartphone to be Launched in India First.

Google has announced a new Android platform, Android One which will help OEM to make low-cost-budget-smartphones. Android One will specify a set of software and hardware guidelines for device makers to adhere to if they wish to attain official ‘Android One’ status. Google will choose widely available low cost core component which might be major change in areas who have traditionally suffered with low-specced-un-updated devices.

Google's vision to reach the 'next 5 billion users' who don't currently own a smartphone.

Google teams with Karbonn, Micromax and Spice to roll out highly affordable smartphones running on stock Android, means faster firmware updates, in India. However, on price front, Mozilla is undercutting even Google.

Mozilla has announced to launch a $25 smartphone in India: Yes, $25..!!

Out of many announcements made at google I/O, this makes most sense to India. Indian manufacturers Karbonn, Micromax and Spice has been announced as OEM partners for the 'Android One' program who will assemble the phone as per Google's instructions.

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Micromax’s first device will offer

• 4.5-inch display
•  In-built FM radio
• Support for SD cards
• Of course dual-SIM slots
• Stock Android which means faster firmware update
• Preloaded Android apps using 'Play Auto Installs' which recommends app for your device
    

Google made smart move by announcing Android One which will compete with trending Moto E, android-powered Nokia X series, FirefoxOS based smartphone ( $25 ). Android One will be available in third Quarter, 2014.

Android is about to become a lot more important, bit better, relevant and more affordable to a lot more people.

What are your expectations on Android One? Share your thoughts in the comments!