The company turned the beloved cookie into a superhero based on the familiar Android robot logo. Google traditionally names its operating systems after sweet treats; its last system was called Nougat.

Huawei has been working on its own operating system for years now, but it’s no secret that those plans have been accelerated since the Chinese company was placed on the United States’ Entity List.

At the height of the day’s solar eclipse in New York, Google finally revealed the name of its latest Android operating system — in honor of another dark disc: the Oreo.

"As a global operating system, it’s important that these names are clear and relatable for everyone in the world," added Samat. "So, this next release of Android will simply use the version ...

Google wants users to choose a name for its Android operating system - but it's ruling out Namey McNameface. Comments. Technology. Martyn Landi and Sophie Curtis Technology and Science Editor.