Update: Andy Rubin sent out a pair of tweets in response to the New York Times report about alleged misconduct during his time at Google. 2/2 to disparage me during a divorce and custody battle. Also, I am deeply troubled that anonymous Google executives are commenting about my personnel file and misrepresenting the facts.— Andy Rubin (@Arubin) October 26, 2018 Google CEO Sundar...
Essential can’t stop its ongoing struggle. As it explores what’s next, Bloomberg reported that a significant round of layoffs is underway. The Palo Alto-based company acknowledged the decision, but a company spokesperson wouldn’t say how many employees are affected. Now it’s unclear where the business goes from here. The report suggests around a third of the workforce has been let go....
Essential’s Andy Rubin returned to work last week after taking a leave of absence in late November. He rejoined the company and its employees on December 8, according to Recode. A story published by The Information revealed an alleged “inappropriate relationship” between the Android co-founder and a subordinate at Google. Based on the timing, it would appear something did indeed happen...
Essential and Andy Rubin aren’t splitting permanently, but the company’s founder and leader is taking a leave of absence for “personal reasons” relating to a report published on Tuesday. The report, which comes from The Information, reveals back in 2014 an investigation launched by Google discovered an “inappropriate relationship” between Rubin and a woman on his Android team....
How did a company flush in money, talent, and a founder with a stellar pedigree only sell 5,000 units of its first phone? The truth is that Essential’s Andy Rubin is out of touch with reality. Employees are quietly expressing their doubts, and the public has been skeptical for months. Now the false narrative set by Rubin early on is being exposed. Hype was building months ahead of the...
Essential doesn’t look like a thriving company at the moment. It has reportedly sold just 5,000 units of the Essential Phone since mid-September, according to Baystreet Research. The alarmingly-low sales figure proves that, despite a $1 billion valuation and being headed by Android co-founder Andy Rubin, Essential isn’t going to magically compete with Apple and Samsung. Getting on the...
Essential has begun emailing customers who have pre-ordered its first smartphone to confirm the device will finally begin shipping within the next 7 days. Those who have ordered the 360 Camera will have to wait longer for the add-on to arrive. The Essential Phone got its big unveiling in late May, and the company behind it — founded by Android creator Andy Rubin —...
Andy Rubin's Essential Phone grabbed headlines when it was announced in May, but its reputation quickly took a turn for the worse after it missed its promised launch window. Now, those who pre-ordered the device are being promised that the device will launch "in a few weeks." That's still very non-specific from the company's CEO, who previously said the device would be out in June....
The much-anticipated Essential Phone is one step closer to shipping in the United States. The device, co-created by Andy Rubin, the father of Android, has stopped by the Federal Communications Commission to gain approval ahead of its official debut. Since the Essential Phone has already got its unveiling, we weren’t expecting the FCC filing to reveal anything we didn’t...
Andy Rubin’s exciting new Essential Phone will be a Sprint exclusive in the United States. Essential says that it believes Sprint is “the network of the future” and the perfect partner to help build its new brand. Customers will still be able to purchase the handset unlocked for use on other carriers. Unveiled in late May after months of teasers, the Essential Phone is one of the most...