Android founder Andy Rubin is no longer working at Google

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Android founder Andy Rubin is no longer working at Google

After Andy Rubin helped build the best mobile operating system the world had ever seen, it took many by surprise when he decided to leave Android last year to pursue other ventures building robots within Google’s secretive X labs. Today, The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the Android co-founder is now leaving Google completely, creating a new startup aimed at helping up and coming hardware-based companies.

It’s not really directly Android-related per se, but given Andy Rubin is the Godfather of Android, we’re sure this is a major blow to Google who’s worked with him for so many years. Google CEO Larry Page had this to say on Rubin’s departure:

“I want to wish Andy all the best with what’s next. With Android he created something truly remarkable—with a billion plus happy users. Thank you.”

According to Jessica Lessin of The Information, Rubin was looking for more freedom from his robotics unit, similar to the independent anti-aging company, Calico. Best of luck to him.

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