However, the company may have reason to take chances in its hardware division. While Android is unlikely to lose its hegemony, any further shortfalls could eat into Google’s vital mobile ad revenue, even if its iPhone search deal remains unchallenged. Hsiao, on the other hand, allegedly stated that the Android Automotive platform, which is used by BMW, Volvo, and other companies, is only now approaching $1 billion in revenue — a tiny fraction of the $257.6 billion Google made in 2021.
