Qualcomm, Google and Android

Qualcomm wants to bring longer Android support to more phones
More Android phones could soon provide longer lifetime support updates thanks to a new agreement between Qualcomm and Google. Qualcomm announced on Monday that “up to eight consecutive years of software and security updates” will be available to Android phones running on future Snapdragon 8 and Snapdragon 7-series chips.
Qualcomm and Google just announced a major update to Android updates
Qualcomm is teaming up with Google to bring 8 years worth of updates to all Android devices with Snapdragon 8 and 7 series chipsets.
Google and Qualcomm offering up to eight years of updates on newer Android devices
Qualcomm and Google have announced a partnership to significantly improve official Android support, offering "up to" eight years of software and security updates for eligible devices.
Qualcomm and Google team up to offer 8 years of Android updates
The extended support window only applies to Android devices with the latest Qualcomm chipsets. To start, the eight-year support timeline will be extended to devices running the new Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile platform,
Google, Qualcomm launch 8-year Android update plan for these smartphones
Google and Qualcomm have partnered to provide up to eight years of Android updates for select devices starting with the Snapdragon 8 Elite on Android
Google and Qualcomm extend Android software support to eight years
New Snapdragon-powered smartphones will benefit from extended OS and security updates, ensuring longevity and sustainability.
Qualcomm, Google Enable 8 Years of Software Updates for Android Devices
Qualcomm and Google announced extended support for Snapdragon 8 and 7-series chipsets this week, meaning owners of supported devices could be in line for up to 8 full years of software and security updates.
Qualcomm Extends Security Support for Android Devices to 8 Years
Qualcomm says it’s working with Google to ensure that Android device manufacturers will be able to provide security updates for 8 years.
Android phone makers now have one fewer excuse to end software updates early
Qualcomm will enable up to eight years of Android software and security updates for devices powered by certain Snapdragon chipsets.
Qualcomm and Google to offer up to 8 years of Android updates
Qualcomm and Google have partnered to extend Android updates for up to 8 years. Google and Samsung have committed to 7 years of Android updates for their flagship and mid-range devices.
Qualcomm and Google Team Up to Bring 8 Years of Android Updates to Snapdragon Flagships
Qualcomms initiative begins with devices using the Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC and will eventually include future Snapdragon 8 and 7-series platforms.
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