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On smartphones, tablets, and other devices, an over-the-air update is a firmware or operating system update that is downloaded by the device over the internet. Previously, users had to connect these devices to a computer over USB to perform an update. These updates may add features, patch security vulnerabilities, or fix software bugs.
Android 14 had 1 year, 1 month, 2 weeks and 5 days between Android 13's August 15, 2022 release, surpassing the Android 9–10 duration of 1 year and 4 weeks. The beta versions are available for Pixel devices that are guaranteed Android version updates, the Pixel 4a (5G) or newer devices. Pixel 7a can also beta test Android 14 since Beta 3. [11]
In 2021, Qualcomm said it will provide a longer support period for its chipsets, starting with the Snapdragon 888, which will help extend Android update support for these devices. With this promise, devices using Qualcomm chipsets will have a total of three Android version upgrades and of four years of security updates.
Model number Sampling availability Devices APQ8060 [1]: 2011 HP TouchPad • HTC Amaze 4G, Jetstream, Raider 4G, Vivid • Le Pan II • LG Nitro HD • Pantech Element; Samsung Galaxy S II X (SGH-T989D), Galaxy S II LTE, Galaxy S Blaze 4G, Galaxy Tab 7.7 LTE
Unlocking the bootloader allows installing and running unsigned code on a device, including user customized software. Operating outside the manufacturer specification might usually result in voiding any warranties and may make the device susceptible to data theft, as the integrity of the operating system (as intended by the manufacturer) can no longer be guaranteed. [1]
The integration of generative AI in smartphones is expected to spur “a new upgrade cycle” in 2024 after years of sluggish sales, according to Qualcomm CEO Cristiano Amon.Speaking at CES 2024 ...
In embedded systems, a board support package (BSP) is the layer of software containing hardware-specific boot loaders, device drivers and other routines that allow a given embedded operating system, for example a real-time operating system (RTOS), to function in a given hardware environment (a motherboard), integrated with the embedded operating system.
The case could upend Qualcomm's push into the PC market with a chip meant to rival Apple and Intel on (Reuters) -A license dispute between Arm Holdings and Qualcomm went before a jury on Thursday ...