Google Lays Off Hundreds in Platforms and Devices Division, Impacting Android, Pixel and Chrome Teams

California— In a fresh wave of job cuts, Alphabet Inc.’s Google has laid off hundreds of employees from its Platforms and Devices unit, which is responsible for the development of Android software, Pixel smartphones, and the Chrome web browser, according to a report by The Information on Friday.

The move is part of Google’s ongoing efforts to streamline operations and optimize its resources across core product divisions. The report, citing a person with direct knowledge of the situation, highlighted that the layoffs were implemented on Thursday and affected a wide range of roles within the unit.

The Platforms and Devices division is central to Google’s hardware and software integration, with teams that drive innovation in its mobile OS, flagship hardware offerings, and internet browser capabilities. The restructuring has sparked concern among employees and industry observers, as it touches the backbone of Google’s ecosystem.

The company has not issued an official statement on the layoffs yet.

This comes as the tech industry continues to grapple with cost-cutting measures amid economic uncertainty and evolving business priorities. Google, like many other tech giants, has undertaken multiple rounds of layoffs since 2023 in a bid to refocus on artificial intelligence, core software products, and long-term innovation.

More details on the scope of the job cuts and their impact on ongoing projects are expected in the coming days.