Is Google Preparing to Lead the Next Generation of Smartphones?

SadaNews - As we enter the era of post-superior performance smartphones, it has become clear that a powerful processor is no longer a luxury but rather a given.

Mid-range phones from two years ago are still strong enough to work smoothly, and they often receive the latest system updates or security patches, making device speed something we take for granted rather than something we notice.

However, there is a new challenge on the horizon: the rising cost of components due to massive investment in artificial intelligence data centers, which has led to RAM prices tripling and created pressure on manufacturers like "Samsung" to meet the high demand for electronic chips.

Under these circumstances, we may witness flagship phones become either dull, less capable, or 30% more expensive, as noted by Nothing's founder, Carl Pei, emphasizing the need to focus on a unique user experience rather than simply racing after specifications.

In this context, the opportunity lies ahead for companies like "Google" to stand out.

Although the Pixel 10 offers a standard Android experience, "Google" has already begun developing tools that intelligently connect devices to each other, such as Magic Cue, which automatically suggests transferring Meet calls between the phone and the tablet, or displaying a map route on the watch when searched for on the phone.

The biggest hope lies in the Aluminium OS project, which aims to integrate Android and Chrome OS into a unified system, erasing the gap between phone and PC experiences, and making the user environment cohesive and adaptable to user needs.

Although the public launch may be delayed until 2028, testing the system on a selected group of users may start in late 2026, positioning "Google" in a promising place to control the shape of future smartphones and the user experience that will define their success.

In short, while it seems that the era of superior specifications is nearing its end, "Google" is focusing on what matters to the user: an integrated experience, a smart interface, and seamless connectivity between devices, which could give it the edge in the upcoming revolution in the smartphone world.