Android Honeycomb was a version of the Android operating system, specifically designed for tablet devices. It was released in February 2011 and was the first Android version to be optimized for larger screen sizes. Honeycomb introduced several new features and UI improvements, including a redesigned home screen, a holographic user interface, and improved multitasking capabilities. However, it received mixed reviews due to compatibility issues with some apps and a lack of tablet-optimized apps. It was eventually succeeded by Android 4.0 (Ice Cream Sandwich) which unified the smartphone and tablet versions of Android.