Rostelecom, the Russian technology group, is gearing up to showcase a significant update at its upcoming Rostelecom Technology Day. The event will feature Aurora 5.0, the latest version of Rostelecom’s native operating system designed for smartphones. The confirmation came through a report cited by Rossiyskaya Gazeta, referencing Rostelecom’s Deputy Chairman Kirill Menshov.
In a statement, Menshov emphasized the official nature of the announcement, noting that Aurora 5.0 will be unveiled on December 8 during Rostelecom Technology Day. The reveal is expected to attract attention from tech enthusiasts and industry observers who follow developments in mobile OS ecosystems.
Menshov explained that Aurora 5.0 represents a thoughtful shift toward a user experience that mirrors the preferences of people who are familiar with iOS and Android. He described the update as a midway redesign, aiming to deliver a more intuitive interface while preserving the core strengths of the OS. The goal, he said, is to make the OS feel familiar to a broad audience while introducing meaningful improvements in usability and aesthetics.
According to a Rostelecom representative, Aurora 5.0 undisputedly includes features that compare favorably with the typical Android Open Source Project (AOSP) baseline. The representative suggested that any notable differences would be in favor of Aurora, highlighting enhancements in performance, security, and compatibility with a range of devices running the platform.
The project’s origins trace back to 2016, when the first iteration of Aurora was introduced. Since then, the Rostelecom team has continued refining the system, focusing on broader hardware compatibility and richer functionality. The ongoing evolution reflects the company’s commitment to delivering a robust, self-contained mobile environment that can operate across diverse devices while providing a cohesive user experience.
The December 8 event will take place in Moscow on the Digital Business Space site, where stakeholders can expect a detailed presentation of Aurora 5.0, including demonstrations of new features, improvements in performance, and the roadmap for future updates. The venue and timing underscore Rostelecom’s intent to position Aurora as a credible alternative in the evolving mobile OS landscape, appealing to developers, manufacturers, and end users alike.
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