Open-gapps-arm-7.1-pico-20220215 //top\\ Jun 2026

Q: Is Open GApps ARM 7.1 Pico 20220215 compatible with my device? A: Check the Open GApps website for a list of supported devices. If your device is not listed, you may not be able to install this package.

The package is a specialized, lightweight Google Apps (GApps) installer tailored for older 32-bit (ARM) hardware running Android 7.1 Nougat. It is designed for users who want the bare minimum Google services necessary to access the Play Store without the bloat of standard Google apps. Core Specifications

You might wonder why anyone would want a package for Android 7.1 in the mid-2020s. There are three primary use cases:

: Google Play Services is notorious for consuming RAM. By using the Pico version, you ensure that no unnecessary background Google processes are running, keeping your legacy device as snappy as possible.

: Always perform a "Nandroid" backup of your current system before flashing.

: Your current custom ROM (like LineageOS 14.1) must be based on Android 7.1.

To understand why this specific version is sought after, we have to look at its components: