Google Pixels are no longer the AOSP reference device
a year ago
- #AOSP
- #Custom ROMs
- #Android
- Google launched Android 16 but did not release Pixel hardware repos and device trees, crucial for custom ROM developers.
- This led to speculation about AOSP being discontinued, which Google denied, stating commitment to AOSP updates.
- Without Pixel hardware repos, custom ROM development and security research may face challenges.
- Google aims to provide a 'reference target' in AOSP that is hardware-independent, focusing on flexibility and affordability.
- Developers will continue to have access to Cuttlefish and GSI targets for testing and development.