The site's device list Android Enterprise Recommended Google's website now shows how long the manufacturer intends to support the devices. The new information should make life easier for users and companies.
Previously, the website It used to only have general information about a device, with specifications. Now, it includes notes about the frequency of security updates and how long the product will be supported.
Manufacturers data
In one example, the Google promised to provide OnePlus 8 security updates by April 2023 as it did not provide any security information about the device until then.
It is worth noting that all information already contained on the website is from the manufacturers and has not been verified by the Google. According to a report from the XDA website, these changes confirm that Google intends to provide more support and make security update requirements for devices more flexible.
One hypothesis is that Google no longer requires assurance that devices on the site will receive these updates within 90 days.
Google has relaxed its requirements, asking vendors to be more transparent about how they handle security updates.
The new information displayed on the site is a result of Google's new policies.
About Android Enterprise Recommended
If you are not familiar with the site Android Enterprise Recommended, it can certify devices for commercial use. Included devices must meet a set of standards, conforming to minimum hardware specifications.
Today there are approximately 210 different Android devices in the Android Enterprise Recommended, including devices from Google, OnePlus, Motorola, OPPO, Sony and HMD Global. Some smaller brands are also included, such as Sonim, Zebra and Honeywell.
Street: XDA