- Google Drive beta software now available for Snapdragon processors
- Only available for Windows 11 (and probably higher)
- Highlights a trend of increased support for ARM
Google has confirmed that machines running Qualcomm’s Snapdragon processors, which were previously unsupported by its cloud storage software, can now download and run Google Drive natively, albeit currently in beta form.
The welcome news comes amid increasing interest in Snapdragon processors, which are receiving increased support from software makers.
Built specifically for ARM64, it offers users almost the same features as the x86 version and provides a more efficient and seamless experience for Snapdragon users.
Google Drive app now available for Snapdragon processors
“We’re excited to announce beta support for Drive for desktop on Windows 11 devices with Snapdragon processors. Originally built for ARM64, this release allows users to easily sync and store files online from Windows PCs powered by Snapdragon,” the company said in a press release. blog update.
While previous Google Drive apps were available in versions before Windows 11, the ARM-based beta app is only compatible with Microsoft’s flagship. It also requires Microsoft WebView2, which is usually pre-installed in the operating system, but users must download it separately during installation if not.
Google emphasized that because this is a beta product, some bugs may be present. Therefore, Snapdragon users should not rely on it until general availability is confirmed. Any issues can be reported via Help > Send Feedback at drive.google.com.
More broadly, Google isn’t the only company optimizing its software for ARM hardware. Other apps, such as Arc Browser and NordVPN, have also recently received support for the hardware.
The beta version of Google Drive for ARM devices is now available for download for all Google Workspace customers, Workspace Individual subscribers, and users with personal Google accounts.