Acquirers: Use Android POS Terminals to Usher in the Future of Commerce
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Android POS terminals have changed the point of sale (POS) for merchants across all retail sectors. Legacy payment terminals give merchants the ability to accept electronic payments, but they are largely one-dimensional. Consumers insert their payment cards, the terminal initiates payment processing, and then the device communicates the authorization or decline to your sales associate or cashier. Period. Retailers don’t have many options to customize those terminals since development is often cost-prohibitive, creating insurmountable barriers to innovation.
Why Android POS Adoption Is Growing
Flexible Android-based POS systems open up new opportunities for merchants to make better use of the all-important customer engagement opportunity at the point of sale. And retailers are embracing that opportunity. Growth predictions for the Android POS market are phenomenal. Intelmarket Research looks for the market, valued at USD 14,100 million in 2025, to reach USD 71,110 million by 2032, a 31.8% CAGR. Their analysts point to an increasing demand for both digital payment solutions and retail management tools. It’s a trend that deserves your attention, particularly if your business strategy includes equipping retailers with tools that enhance customer experiences so that they can be more competitive.
Why Android POS Terminals Are Different
Android-based systems are significantly different from terminals that run on proprietary systems due to their functionality, flexibility, and development ease.
- Android POS Terminals Can Accept the Full Range of Payment Methods
The range of payment methods that consumers choose continues to expand, including with use of alternative payments. Grand View Research expects the global BNPL market to grow at a 27% CAGR from 2025 to 2033 to reach USD 80.15 billion. Bank transfers are also increasing in popularity. Nacha reports that the ACH Network processed USD 23.2 trillion in payments in Q3 25, up 8.2% from the same quarter in 2024. Additionally, because the SEPA initiative makes cross-border transfers easier across the EU, consumers are choosing bank transfers more often there. Android POS terminals give you the flexibility to help your merchants meet consumer demands for payment choice.
- Android POS Terminals Can Run Business Applications
Android gives payment technology providers the ability to develop devices that run both payment applications and business applications, like loyalty rewards and inventory management software. With Android POS terminals, retailers can get more return from their investment in the payment solutions you offer.
- Android POS Platforms Are Developer-Friendly
Open and familiar Android removes many of the roadblocks that stood in the way of customizing and developing for legacy payment systems. With Android, developers can take payment solutions to market faster and more cost-effectively.
Not All Android POS Terminals Are Equal
Helping merchants migrate from legacy payment technology to Android has numerous advantages. However, you need to research options on the market to determine which will allow you to provide the most value to your market.
- Hardware Features
Look for hardware designed for use cases in your market, whether your merchants accept payment at a checkout counter, in the aisles with mobile devices, or on unattended devices.
- Security
The payment technology provider’s track record with security is crucial to smart decision-making. Do your due diligence to learn about any vulnerabilities in payment technology and the payment company’s commitment to data security.
- Potential to Future-Proof Solutions
It’s wise to research how the payment technology provider is addressing the constant change in the industry. Ask the provider’s team how they are planning for advancements, such as biometric payments and cryptocurrency payments in-store. The right upgrade decisions today will lay the foundation for business growth in the future.
Your success in providing Android POS solutions depends on choosing the right payment technology and forming a partnership with the right payment technology partner. Ingenico’s AXIUM Android line comprises solutions for all retail use cases. Merchants can accept secure payments efficiently and tailor their solutions to optimize customer experiences. Contact us to learn more about AXIUM Android payment technology and a valuable acquirer-Ingenico partnership.
