Qualcomm has announced an extension of software support for its Snapdragon chipsets, providing 8 years of updates for Snapdragon 8 Elite and the latest 8 and 7 series platforms. This includes Android OS updates, security patches, and kernel upgrades. While Qualcomm will deliver these updates, it is the responsibility of OEMs to implement them. Collaborating with Google, Qualcomm aims to support its chipsets for a longer duration through Project Treble, which integrates new Android versions with minimal OEM adjustments. This program applies to Snapdragon 7 and 8 series chips, ensuring 8 years of support on devices released over the next five years.
Qualcomm has announced an extension of software support for a selection of its current and upcoming chipsets. The company now promises 8 years of software support for devices powered by its Snapdragon 8 Elite series, as well as those utilizing the latest Snapdragon 8 and 7 series platforms. This commitment includes providing Android OS updates, security patches, and kernel upgrades to OEMs.
It’s crucial to understand that while Qualcomm may deliver the necessary updates for its platforms, it is ultimately the responsibility of OEMs to implement these updates and ensure the complete 8-year update cycle is provided.
Qualcomm has collaborated closely with Google to enable ASICs, such as the Snapdragon 8 Elite, to receive support for 8 years, encompassing major OS updates and security patches. This development represents the longest software support commitment in the industry. These initiatives are part of Project Treble, which facilitates the integration of the latest Android versions without necessitating extensive modifications to the device’s code, even in cases where kernel updates are necessary.
As previously noted, the program launches with the new Snapdragon 7 and 8 series chips and Android 15, extending its support over the next five years. This means that Snapdragon 7 and 8 series SoCs released during this period will qualify for 8 years of software support from Qualcomm.
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