The Avroid company has introduced Tavro, an alternative Telegram client crafted to run on the Russian-made Avrora operating system. Reports from Vedomosti, referencing the F+ tech group which collaborates with Avroid, signal that Tavro is part of a broader push to build native apps for Avrora rather than relying on cross‑platform solutions alone.
At the moment Tavro exists in a single beta release. Despite being in the beta stage, the app is fully usable and can be downloaded from the Aurora Market, the official app store for devices running Avrora OS. The beta status is common for early-stage software, enabling real users to test core features, identify bugs, and provide practical feedback that helps shape the final product before a wider public launch.
The Tavro client mirrors the essential functionality users expect from a Telegram experience. It includes core chat lists for organized conversations, the ability to send text messages and media files, and basic tools like emoji support and link sharing. However, some features that Telegram users often rely on are not yet present in Tavro. GIF playback is not supported, there are no visible indicators for forwarded messages, and capabilities such as voice and video messages, polls, reactions, and stickers are not currently available. This gap is typical in early builds, and developers typically prioritize a roadmap that balances performance on Avrora with user expectations for communication versatility.
F+tech, the partner behind Tavro’s development, stated that the final version of Tavro will be accessible on devices from any manufacturer that runs Avrora OS. The licensing model is planned as a perpetual license, with guarantee of updates for a period of three years. This approach aims to provide stability and continuity for users who invest in Avrora-based devices, while still allowing room for enhancements and security updates over time.
Presently, Avrora OS devices are produced by three primary vendors: F+tech, Yadro, and Aquarius. This trio forms the core ecosystem for the operating system, offering smartphones and tablets that cater to a growing, if niche, user base. The collaboration among these manufacturers helps ensure that Tavro and other Avrora‑specific apps have a viable distribution channel and a clear path to update cycles, which is a crucial factor for user trust and long‑term adoption.
In related news, researchers from MSTU im. Bauman have reportedly developed a two-layer anti-icing coating for drones. This line of reporting, noted by Russian media outlets such as socialbites.ca, illustrates ongoing innovation in Russian tech circles and the broader context in which software platforms like Tavro are being created and deployed. This cross‑sector collaboration underscores the evolving landscape of Russian technology, where software ecosystems and hardware capabilities are increasingly interlinked for enhanced performance and resilience. (Cited from F+tech press materials and industry coverage)–