Can Old Hardware Run New AI? Yes — Here’s How.

Is your business grappling with aging x86 hardware and mounting pressure to modernize for AI and edge innovation? In this episode of Tech Transformed, Esper’s Chief Evangelist Keith Szot joins host Shubhangi Dua to unpack how IT and ops leaders in retail and restaurants can extend hardware lifecycles, reduce costs by transitioning to Android, and unlock new customer experiences with Edge AI. From physical AI in kiosks to the role of quantum computing in device management, this episode delivers a clear-eyed look at the future of intelligent devices — without the pressure of immediate hardware replacement.

💡 Want to dive deeper? Check out the blog for more on repurposing legacy hardware using Android.