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Long-time Android Engineering VP Dave Burke steps down to explore “AI/bio” projects at Alphabet; sources say the Platforms & Devices team is undergoing a reorg

Back in April, Google announced a merger of the Platforms & Ecosystems and Devices & Services divisions.

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  • @davey_burke Dave Burke on x
    So... after 14 yrs leading Android engineering, I've decided it's time for a change. An awe-inspiring ride helping build the biggest OS on the planet (+ many Nexus/Pixel). I'm forever grateful for the opp. Continuing as advisor while figuring out what's next in AI/bio. More here:…
  • @chrisprice Christopher Price on x
    Sad news, one of the greats that kept @Android open. Well, almost open. Dialer, files, gallery, now all missing. Problem is, whoever succeeds Dave is even less likely to keep it open. You can't build a phone today from #AOSP alone. Sad. Was a mandate.