common android sdk platform

Question

Just have a question regarding which platform to use or which is the most commonly used sdk platform for development?

I am preparing an application which has a location finder using google maps, and the primary target of client is to make it run on most of the android phones. I was thinking to go with google api 2.2 platform 8, would it be good?

EDIT - 1

Thanks for the information guys, but when looking at android platform distribution page here: http://developer.android.com/resources/dashboard/platform-versions.html I get a feel that why not i should go for 2.3.3? any suggestions on this?

Answer 1

Its better to use 2.2, because from 2.2 only the android was picking up... And it supplies your requirements also...

Answer 2

Yes you can use the platform as google api 2.2. As the app deployed will be compatible with all higher versions.

Also the market share is as follows:Android OS market Share

Answer 3

You can find the current Android Platform Version distribution here.
It's a living updated document/page, so keep an eye on it over a period of time.