The makers of GrapheneOS have confirmed they are partnering with a major Android OEM to bring the OS to Snapdragon-powered flagships.

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GrapheneOS, a privacy-focused Android fork previously exclusive to Google Pixel devices, has partnered with a major Android OEM to expand support to Snapdragon-powered flagship smartphones by 2026-2027. The partnership marks a significant shift for the security-focused operating system, which has maintained strict hardware requirements that only Pixels previously met. While the OEM partner remains unnamed, the new devices will be priced similarly to Pixels and available globally. GrapheneOS will continue supporting existing Pixel devices and confirmed Pixel 10 support, though Pixel 11 compatibility is uncertain.

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<p>Google also announced that app store distribution will require authentication, so the increase in OS choices is very welcome. Come to think of it, I’ve been using a device I can’t even hack myself—it’s ridiculous.</p>
