The latest version of the mobile OS "Android" provided by Google, Android4.4, has been nicknamed "KitKat". In response to this, Nestlé, which sells chocolate confectionery "Kit Kat", and Google will collaborate, and "Android version KitKat" will be sold all over the world.
Nestlé has made "Android KitKat"! (Image: Nestle)
Nestlé has made "Android KitKat"! (Image: Nestle)

The "Android version of KitKat" that appears is a "limited package" designed by the Android robot character "Droid-kun". It is said that more than 50 million units will be sold not only in the United States but also in 19 countries such as Australia, Brazil and Japan. In addition, some will sell a small amount of "Droid-kun" KitKat. KitKat's official Facebook page also has an "Android version of KitKat" spec.

I want this ... (Image: Nestle)
I want this ... (Image: Nestle)

In addition, according to the "Android KitKat" website , a campaign to win Nexus 7 etc. by lottery from those who purchased Limited KitKat will be held in some areas.

Until now, Android has been nicknamed common sweets such as "Cupcake" and "Eclair". This is the first time that a specific product name has been used.

Initially, it was said that the nickname for Android 4.4 would be "Key Lime Pie" using "K". However, in response to the voice that "there are few people who can imagine what Key Lime Pie looks like", the "KitKat" proposal emerged in-house. Nestlé agreed, and "Android KitKat" was born.

Sundar Pichai, chief of the Android division, posted a photo of “KitKat version of Droid” brought to Google headquarters in front of Google headquarters, saying:

"When I came back to my office from Asia (on a business trip), I was thrilled to see him waiting. I can't wait for the new Android to come out!"
Huge "KitKat version of Droid-kun"!
Huge "KitKat version of Droid-kun"!

The release date has not been announced, but I am looking forward to it as it will be sold in Japan as well. Let's wait patiently with the release of Android 4.4 KitKat.