Well, I’m glad to hear that they were really intent ... then ... on being slower, worse and weaker than Apple ... because they have SUCCEEDED! ... LOL ...
You posted a link to an article with a premise that is dubious. Please have the courage to defend it rather than engaging in silly fanboi-ism.
BTW, here is the android mission statement:
Android is an open-source software stack created for a wide array of devices with different form factors. The primary purposes of Android are to create an open software platform available for carriers, OEMs, and developers to make their innovative ideas a reality and to introduce a successful, real-world product that improves the mobile experience for users.
We also wanted to make sure there was no central point of failure, where one industry player could restrict or control the innovations of any other. The result is a full, production-quality consumer product with source code open for customization and porting.