Google has laid off hundreds of employees from its Platforms and Devices division—including teams behind Android, Pixel smartphones, and the Chrome browser—according to a report from The Information.
A Google spokesperson confirmed that the company has been working to streamline operations following the consolidation of its platform and device teams last year. The latest layoffs involve both voluntary and involuntary departures.
This move follows a broader trend: Alphabet cut 12,000 jobs globally in January 2023, and earlier this year, its cloud division also saw job reductions.
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Impacted teams include Android, Pixel, and Chrome
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Part of a wider organizational realignment aimed at boosting agility
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Reflects an industry-wide push toward leaner, more efficient tech operations
As the tech sector continues to recalibrate after the post-pandemic boom, companies like Google are prioritizing operational efficiency and adaptability—though not without significant impact on human capital.