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Q: What does AOSP mean?

AOSP stands for Android Open Source Project, an open-source initiative led by Google to develop and maintain the Android operating system.

Customize, differentiate, and avoid lock-in with AOSP

If you can’t differentiate, you can’t compete. Building devices that uniquely position your business in the marketplace isn’t easy — especially when it comes time to deploy them in the field. Esper is the only MDM designed from the ground up to support and empower custom AOSP devices to scale the potential you’ve worked so hard to realize.

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Unleash Your Competitive Edge

When you choose to build your device with AOSP, you’re choosing to make the device experience a key differentiator for your business by transforming your devices into strategic assets. Unlike off-the-shelf GMS devices, AOSP allows you to deliver bespoke functionality, custom interfaces, and extended device lifecycles. This means you get a device experience tailored to your business needs, driving ROI and future-proofing investments.

Create devices that are truly yours — branded from enclosure to boot screen

Work with AOSP for free and avoid GMS limitations and Play fees

Run on ARM or x86 processors with a wide choice of OEMs and ODMs

Develop and deliver your own firmware updates on your timelines

Validate and deploy security patches beyond GMS support windows

Develop on form factors (headless, wearable, embedded) that are restricted by GMS

Build the Device You Envision

Building an AOSP device lets you go beyond an APK — you have control over the operating system and low-level device behavior, opening up possibilities that the competition can’t.

Customize the entire UI: Tailor everything from the boot screen to the launcher and end applications, ensuring a seamless and branded user experience that gives your business a competitive edge.
Focus your device experience: Enable only the features your users need, eliminating unnecessary options to streamline performance and enhance security.
Restrict hardware access: Block access to specific hardware functions to minimize vulnerabilities and create a secure, purpose-built device environment.
Manage OS and firmware updates: Take control of your update strategy by managing and deploying your own OS and firmware updates, reducing dependency on third parties, increasing security, and extending device lifespans.
Dual boot flexibility: Run multiple operating systems on the same device, offering versatility for testing or operational redundancy when you need it.
Cross-architecture support: Develop once for x86 or ARM devices, simplifying deployment and giving your business the flexibility to choose the best platform for each application.

Full-stack device ownership: Own every aspect of your device ecosystem, from hardware selection to software management, so you can scale confidently and efficiently.

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FAQ

What does AOSP mean?

AOSP stands for Android Open Source Project, which is an open-source initiative led by Google to develop and maintain the Android operating system.

What can I do with AOSP?

With AOSP, you can create custom Android-based operating systems, build dedicated devices, modify the Android source code, and develop applications specifically tailored to your needs.

What is an AOSP build?

An AOSP build refers to a compiled version of the Android source code obtained from the AOSP repository. It includes all the necessary components and files required to run the Android operating system on a device.

How is AOSP different from Android?

AOSP is the base source code for the Android operating system, while Android refers to the complete package that includes additional components and services provided by Google, such as Google Play Services, Google apps, and proprietary features.

Can I make my own Android OS with AOSP?

Yes, you can use AOSP to create your own Android-based operating system. By modifying the AOSP source code, adding or removing features, and customizing the user interface, you can create a unique version of Android tailored to your specific requirements.