Google, Qualcomm and Android

What does Qualcomm and Google's 8 years of Android support promise mean for us?
The Linux kernel (Android is just another flavor of Linux, mostly) is also included here because it may need to be updated and patched to support newer versions. Qualcomm says it's committed to supplying whatever is needed for two versions of the Android Common Kernel to meet that eight-year window.
Google and Qualcomm Team Up to Bring 8 Years of Updates to Android Devices
Qualcomm and Google are working together to provide up to 8 years of software updates for Android phones, starting with new Snapdragon chips. The extended support is a challenge to Google's Pixel series,
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.
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 extend Android updates
Qualcomm and Google collaborate to extend the duration of Android software updates, enhancing device longevity and security.
Qualcomm and Google announce 8 years of software updates on Android: Is your phone supported?
Android phones powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chip will be eligible for eight years of software updates. Additionally, future devices launching with Snapdragon 8 and 7-series chipsets will qualify for extended Android OS and security updates.
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.
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, Qualcomm Partner for Extended 8-Year Android Update Support; Check Out List Of Eligible Devices
Google and Qualcomm’s collaboration is a major milestone in extending the life of smartphones and responding to the increasing demand for more sustainable, secure devices. Offering up to eight years of updates, this initiative is set to reshape how we think about smartphone longevity, ensuring users can enjoy a longer and safer mobile experience.
Qualcomm, Google Work To Offer Android Devices Eight Years Of Updates
Qualcomm has announced that it and Google are committed to give Android devices eight years of updates, but obviously not all are eligible.
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,
Qualcomm and Google to offer up to 8 years of Android updates
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OnePlus and Xiaomi could finally catch up with Google and Samsung on software updates
Flagship smartphones from OnePlus, Xiaomi, and more could finally match and even exceed the extended software update promise ...