Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich Release (Holo Design)

The release of Android 4.0 introduced the "Holo" design language, Google's first concerted effort to bring a consistent, modern aesthetic to Android.

Significance

While a step forward, Holo served as a foundation but also highlighted the need for a more comprehensive and engaging design system, leading to the eventual creation of Material Design.

Key facts

Date
2011-10-19
Type
release
Location
Hong Kong