1. Qualcomm collaborates with Google which allows manufacturers to provide 8 years of Android, kernel, and security updates to smartphones launching with the Snapdragon 8 Elite. 😍
2. Not only Snapdragon 8 Elite, but upcoming Snapdragon 8 and 7 series smartphones will also be eligible to receive 8 years of updates.
3. Previous Snapdragon 8 and 7 series smartphones are not eligible for 8 years of OS updates.
#Android #Google #Snapdragon8Elite
2. Not only Snapdragon 8 Elite, but upcoming Snapdragon 8 and 7 series smartphones will also be eligible to receive 8 years of updates.
3. Previous Snapdragon 8 and 7 series smartphones are not eligible for 8 years of OS updates.
#Android #Google #Snapdragon8Elite
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Developer verification in Android
- October 2025: Early access begins
- March 2026: Verification opens
- September 2026: These requirements go into effect in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand
- 2027 and beyond: Rolling out gradually
- Developers have to verify personal details over at Android Developer Console, apps can still be distributed outside of Play Store as usual
- Only devices with Google Play services installed are affected from this change
More info: Android Developers Blog
#Android
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- October 2025: Early access begins
- March 2026: Verification opens
- September 2026: These requirements go into effect in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand
- 2027 and beyond: Rolling out gradually
- Developers have to verify personal details over at Android Developer Console, apps can still be distributed outside of Play Store as usual
- Only devices with Google Play services installed are affected from this change
More info: Android Developers Blog
#Android
Join - @tech_zone40
Android Developers Blog
A new layer of security for certified Android devices
Starting in 2026 and in select countries first, Android apps must be registered to a verified developer in order to be installed.