Google announces new layoffs in android, chrome, pixel unit

Google has commenced another round of layoffs in its Platforms and Devices unit, the crew behind Android, Chrome, and Pixel, after a voluntary exit scheme launched in January.

The Information, a US tech media outlet, first reported this development on Friday, citing a person with direct knowledge of the situation.

This decision is part of a broader restructuring initiative that started last year, when Google consolidated its Android and Chrome teams into the Pixel and Devices group, headed by Rick Osterloh. At the time of the merger, the newly formed unit employed over 20,000 people.

A Google spokesperson confirmed the layoffs in a statement to The Information.

“Since combining the platforms and devices teams last year, we’ve focused on becoming more nimble and operating more effectively, and this included making some job reductions in addition to the voluntary exit program that we offered in January.”

This new round of layoffs follows Google’s decision in February to extend buyout offers to employees in its ‘People Operations’ division, also known as Human Resources.

The tech industry has seen considerable layoffs and operational downsizing throughout 2025, continuing trends from previous years.

Meta has let go of 3,600 employees this year, which amounts to about 5 per cent of its workforce. CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that these layoffs are part of a restructuring plan focused on AI and other strategic priorities.

The company has also eliminated 2,280 positions and paused hiring in parts of its consulting division, with layoffs linked to performance management strategies designed to better align talent with company objectives.

Amazon has also cut 2,100 jobs as part of its ongoing cost-cutting efforts.