Android 5.0.2 running on ICM-2011

We just wanted to let you know that EMBUX ICM-2011, 2.5’’ Pico-ITX ARM-based embedded board, combine with Android 5.0.2 is ready for evaluation.

Android 5.0.2

Please refer EMBUX website for latest update.

Information

  • uboot: 2014.04
  • kernel: 3.10.53
  • rootfs: Android 5.0.2 AOSP
  • platform: ICM-2011

    In Android 5.0, Google has resolved long standing issues in WiFi AP access and proxy server connections; the error of devices being unable to start after opening ADB has also been fixed. New improvements and advantages of Android 5.0 include:

All New Material Design Interface

With new design guidelines, borderless visual elements, and a true to life aesthetic, Android app developers can design experiences that are more intuitive and integrated across all devices.

Improved Notifications Drawer and Priority Mode

You can set which notifications will be visible on a locked screen, or what information is hidden in notifications. The priority of app notifications can also be set, so that fewer interruptions occur when using other apps.

Compiling with ART Instead of Dalvik

To improve performance and support a variety of resolutions including 2K and 4K, compiling with ART can improve efficiency by up to 400%. Apps running in the background can also be compressed for more effective multi-tasking.

ICM-2011 Features

  • NXP (Freescale) i.MX6 DualLite 1.0 GHz Cortex-A9
  • On-board DDR3 1GB
  • 1 x 18/24-bit LVDS output
  • 1 x HDMI 1920x1080
  • 1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet
  • 2 x USB 2.0 (1 x external + 1 x internal)
  • 1 x RS-232 (8-wire), 2 x RS-232 (4-wire)
  • 1 x RS-485 (3.5mm terminal block)
  • 2 x CAN
  • 1 x standard SD slot, 1 x SDIO
  • Diversified OS support in Ubuntu/Yocto/Android/WEC7
  • Low power consumption, 5V DC input

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