We all know very well that Android is the most widely used mobile operating system on the market, hence, it is subject to scrutiny and constant assessment by regulators from the countries where it is present. However, now according to the latest reports, Google warned that Android might not remain free simply because of the fine imposed by the EU commission.

Google: Android May NOT Remain FREE

As the most widely used mobile operating system on the market, Android is subject to scrutiny and constant assessment by regulators from the countries where it is present. Proof of this is the fine imposed this week and it comes to demand an immediate change in Android and its business model.

Following this decision, and to show Google’s position, its CEO, Sundar Pichai, has made public the advantages of Android and even reveal that the business model of this operating system may have to change. There are still no certainties, but Google may have to charge for using Android.

In a lengthy post, he made on Google’s blog, Sundar Pichai made harsh criticism of the European Commission and the arguments put forward for the decision to impose a fine of 5 billion dollars.

It is also explained that the Android business model is designed to open the operating system to brands and that to be profitable, it is important that Google’s services are installed. He also gave important numbers about installing apps on Android, which shows that there are alternative apps.
Google has revealed that a typical Android phone user will install about 50 applications. Last year, more than 94 billion apps were downloaded globally in the Play Store, which includes browsers such as Opera Mini and Firefox. These have been downloaded more than 100 million times and the UC Browser has been unloaded more than 500 million times.

Now, these figures show that Chrome is not being taxed and that users are installing alternatives, abandoning Google’s browser and having the option to choose.

Another important point is in not having to use Android with Google services. Sundar Pichai exemplifies Amazon using AOSP for its Fire tablets and Fire TV sticks.


Of course, it is preferable to be inside the Android ecosystem with Google services, since this ensures the existence of compatibility rules, which in the long term is certain of the non-existence of fragmentation, which is good for users, programmers and mobile phone manufacturers.

.@Android has created more choice for everyone, not less. #AndroidWorks pic.twitter.com/FAWpvnpj2G
— Google Europe (@googleeurope) July 18, 2018
One of the most important points of the Sundar Pichai is really focused on Google’s business model for Android. So far it was balanced and profitable for both parties, but that may change in the future.

Here’s what Sundar Pichai stated, “so far, Android’s business model has meant that we did not have to charge manufacturers any value for our technology or depend on a rigidly controlled distribution model.”

This is not a direct statement that Google may soon start charging for using Android but shows that this model may change soon.

Moreover, Google will appeal the ruling, but if it loses, it may have to rethink Android and the freeway it makes everything available to manufacturers. It remains only to know to whom the additional value will be charged if the manufacturer is the user.

So, what do you think about this? Simply share all your views and thoughts in the comment section below.
cc: lalasticlala

https://twitter.com/googleeurope/status/1019539840457723904/photo/1

Source: https://www.9jatechguru.com.ng/2018/07/google-android-may-not-remain-free.html

the write up only said it will change his business model because most of the things they intend to monetize on the platform have alternative which users prefer better like UC browser to chrome.

the EU ar crazy ...the ban is uncalled for at the 1st place..

sainttobs:
We all know very well that Android is the most widely used mobile operating system on the market, hence, it is subject to scrutiny and constant assessment by regulators from the countries where it is present. However, now according to the latest reports, Google warned that Android might not remain free simply because of the fine imposed by the EU commission.

Google: Android May NOT Remain FREE

As the most widely used mobile operating system on the market, Android is subject to scrutiny and constant assessment by regulators from the countries where it is present. Proof of this is the fine imposed this week and it comes to demand an immediate change in Android and its business model.

Following this decision, and to show Google’s position, its CEO, Sundar Pichai, has made public the advantages of Android and even reveal that the business model of this operating system may have to change. There are still no certainties, but Google may have to charge for using Android.

In a lengthy post, he made on Google’s blog, Sundar Pichai made harsh criticism of the European Commission and the arguments put forward for the decision to impose a fine of 5 billion dollars.

It is also explained that the Android business model is designed to open the operating system to brands and that to be profitable, it is important that Google’s services are installed. He also gave important numbers about installing apps on Android, which shows that there are alternative apps.
Google has revealed that a typical Android phone user will install about 50 applications. Last year, more than 94 billion apps were downloaded globally in the Play Store, which includes browsers such as Opera Mini and Firefox. These have been downloaded more than 100 million times and the UC Browser has been unloaded more than 500 million times.

Now, these figures show that Chrome is not being taxed and that users are installing alternatives, abandoning Google’s browser and having the option to choose.

Another important point is in not having to use Android with Google services. Sundar Pichai exemplifies Amazon using AOSP for its Fire tablets and Fire TV sticks.


Of course, it is preferable to be inside the Android ecosystem with Google services, since this ensures the existence of compatibility rules, which in the long term is certain of the non-existence of fragmentation, which is good for users, programmers and mobile phone manufacturers.

.@Android has created more choice for everyone, not less. #AndroidWorks pic.twitter.com/FAWpvnpj2G
— Google Europe (@googleeurope) July 18, 2018
One of the most important points of the Sundar Pichai is really focused on Google’s business model for Android. So far it was balanced and profitable for both parties, but that may change in the future.

Here’s what Sundar Pichai stated, “so far, Android’s business model has meant that we did not have to charge manufacturers any value for our technology or depend on a rigidly controlled distribution model.”

This is not a direct statement that Google may soon start charging for using Android but shows that this model may change soon.

Moreover, Google will appeal the ruling, but if it loses, it may have to rethink Android and the freeway it makes everything available to manufacturers. It remains only to know to whom the additional value will be charged if the manufacturer is the user.

So, what do you think about this? Simply share all your views and thoughts in the comment section below.
cc: lalasticlala

https://twitter.com/googleeurope/status/1019539840457723904/photo/1

Source: https://www.9jatechguru.com.ng/2018/07/google-android-may-not-remain-free.html

If you understand this can you please break it down for me?

Doesn't Google own Android? Or is Android not to Google as IOS is to Apple?

TheUbermensch:


If you understand this can you please break it down for me?

Doesn't Google own Android? Or is Android not to Google as IOS is to Apple?

the EU is saying that even though Google owns Android, they are supposed to give people options to use their services.


Google is not supposed to forget every search made on Android devices to go through chrome rather their should be luxury of option.

and y is Google play and Google service not working on my ZTE fone, pls I need someone to help me out

tolexy007:
and y is Google play and Google service not working on my ZTE fone, pls I need someone to help me out

Maybe ur phone had the Chinese rom on it. Google services don't work on Chinese ROMs as they don't use Google in China. There's workaround though.

That's why there is sailfish OS, anything wey dem like. Make dem do

michlins:
the EU is saying that even though Google owns Android, they are supposed to give people options to use their services.


Google is not supposed to forget every search made on Android devices to go through chrome rather their should be luxury of option.

EU are very stupid . they should go and ask IOS why all their search is directed to safari and everything in Iphone is premium. Let them appeal sha. If they fail , the masses will suffer the blunt at when they start making all thier apps premium like IOS to recover the $5b.

Google has done a lot to the world. This is one company that should get all the help possible to keep making things easier for everyone.

They could still get the money back by charging them €10/year to use their services in Europe.

IeatPussy:



EU are very stupid . they should go and ask IOS why all their search is directed to safari and everything in Iphone is premium. Let them appeal sha. If they fail , the masses will suffer the blunt at when they start making all thier apps premium like IOS to recover the $5b.

well unlike iOS, Google is using the information it gets from your searches to push adverts to you. The adverts is where Google makes tons of money and because of their undue advantage, they are more likely to sell their adverts faster

EU ogini Kwan? Tax continent

i and my XDA members will know what to do

greenhulk:


Maybe ur phone had the Chinese rom on it. Google services don't work on Chinese ROMs as they don't use Google in China. There's workaround though.

pls, how can i do it? abeg i need ur assitant

Jealousy. They don't have a giant like Google in Europe. Same way NCC fined MTN because mtel couldn't make it and glo is disappointing.