Google will let European Android users choose their preferred browser and search engine
Google will start prompting Android users in Europe to choose a browser and search engine they prefer to use on their device.
The European Commission levied a $5 billion fine on Google last year for requiring OEMs to pre-load its own search engine and browser on Android devices. In response, Google has mentioned that it will start charging a paid license to OEMs in Europe — up to $40 per device — that want to bundle Google Play services.
In a blog post, Google said:
Google didn't say when it will start showing the option to users other than "over the next few months," but we'll let you know once we hear more.
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Harish Jonnalagadda is a Senior Editor overseeing Asia at Android Central. He leads the site's coverage of Chinese phone brands, contributing to reviews, features, and buying guides. He also writes about storage servers, audio products, and the semiconductor industry. Contact him on Twitter at @chunkynerd.