For the longest time, every Android device has had at least one thing in common: a native browser (or AOSP).
This changed starting with newer Nexus devices, and even some non-Nexus devices now bring Chrome as the default browser.
For some people, that’s fine. For others, Chrome’s slightly slow scrolling performance and lack of Flash support make it a less appealing alternative to the AOSP Browser.
Previously, getting back the default browser meant rooting your device. But not anymore. Thanks for the efforts of XDA developer Black Hand1001it’s easier than ever to get the AOSP Browser back.
While the BlackHand1001 has included a post with the basic instructions needed to get the job done, if you’re completely new to things like using the Android file manager, installing unknown apps or what about sideloading Flash? That’s where technology guide come in.
Tip: If you’re only interested in getting Flash support, you might also consider choosing Firefox, just be sure to download Flash as well.
Bring Back the AOSP Browser and Install Flash
Step 1: Before you can start, you need to download both AOSPBrowser-noroot-blackhand1001.zip and the file manager. If you already have a file manager, just click .ZIP file already mentioned and skip to step 2.
No file manager? I highly recommend ES File Explorer. It’s free, easy to use, and pretty stable. To download, go to Google Play.
Step 2: For the purposes of this tutorial, we’ll assume you’re using ES File Explorer. If you have another browser choice, that’s okay – just visit /Devices > System > Applications and click to install BrowserProviderProxy.apk. Immediately after that, restart your device.
Optional: Not sure exactly how to get there? Kinda easy. First, start ES File Explorer and you will see /Device tab on the left side – click on it.
Next, click System, it will pop up another screen and from there you open application folder.
Finally you will reach your destination, click to install BrowserProviderProxy.apk, and then immediately reboot. It might say something like “this process failed”, but don’t worry, it worked.
Step 3: Now it’s time to install AOSPbrowser-noroot-blackhand1001.zip Content.
Assuming you are using ES File Manager and have downloaded the .ZIP file directly from your tablet or phone, go to Download right tab. You should see the .ZIP file mentioned. Click on it to expand its contents.
Step 4: What you want to do here is press extract button (circled in red). It will prompt asking where you want to put it, tap current path and click Alright.
Step 5: Tap and install signedBrowser-blackhand1001.apk. It will guide you through some very easy steps and will end by saying App installed.
Note: If you get a warning that says Setup is blockedit’s because your device is not currently enabled to accept downloads from unknown sources.
To fix this problem, click setting and it will take you to protect screen. Click unknown sources box to enable it. Now hit the back button and try the installation again.
Step 6: Next, go back to the folder where you extracted the contents of the .ZIP earlier. Click BookmarksSyncAdapter-Blackhand1001.apk. Technically, this APK isn’t required, but if you want to sync your bookmarks, you’ll need it.
Step 7: Push Next, follow the prompts. When done, it will notify that the application has been successfully installed.
Step 7: The stock browser is working now, but you may want to visit the Adobe Flash repository and make sure that the latest version of Flash for Android is installed on your device.
Step 8: You will notice that the latest version of Flash Player is 11.1 for Android 4.0. It’s okay, it still works with Jelly Bean.
Unfortunately, Adobe has stopped updating Flash in the future, so that’s why there’s nothing newer. To start the installation, click the link.
It will probably ask how you want to complete the action, I see using ES Downloader works best, but it’s up to you.
Step 9: Once downloaded, open your File Manager, navigate to Download and choose Install_flash_player-ICS.apk.
A prompt will appear asking if you want to install the app. Click setting, Follow the on-screen instructions and you’ll be done. The AOSP browser not only loads well, but also works with all your favorite flash websites and videos.
Conclusion
While I personally prefer Chrome or Firefox to the Stock browser, it’s nice to have options. Even if you don’t plan on using the AOSP browser as your primary gateway to the web, at least now you have an easy backup for those times when you really need to access a website that requires Flash. .
Did everything work fine for you during the installation? What do you think about AOSP Browser vs Chrome?
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