Xiaomi gives two new smartphones a guarantee for three main Android versions and four years of security updates for the first time. The 11T and 11T Pro, which will be unveiled on September 15, will fall under the new regulation. There is not yet a general approval, but this is being checked for other smartphones.
The 11T and 11T Pro models, whose launch event is planned for September 15th, are the first smartphones from Xiaomi to omit the “Mi” in the name. Xiaomi had already announced this step for new products at the end of August. However, it will be more relevant for the end customer that Xiaomi is making firm commitments for Android support for the first time with the 11T series. The two smartphones mentioned are to receive three generations of Android main versions and four years of security updates.
Lifecycle of smartphones extended
Xiaomi justifies the step towards longer support, among other things, with the fact that continuous optimization of the smartphone hardware has gradually extended the life cycle of a smartphone. This in turn means that users no longer have to replace their smartphone as often. “For this reason, more and more consumers are placing great importance on getting the latest updates for an operating system along with the latest features“Said Albert Shan, Head of Product & Technology, Xiaomi International today.
Longer support for more devices is being considered
In today’s announcement, Xiaomi also explains that other devices will not be included in the adjusted support at the current time. However, the company wants to examine the possibility of bringing the extended support for both Android and security updates to other Xiaomi devices. “It is not an easy task for the Xiaomi team to provide system updates and security patches for all previous smartphone models“Said Shan.
Samsung is a pioneer in updates
Since the beginning of this year, only Samsung has offered a firm commitment for three main Android versions and four years of security updates. The manufacturer announced its extended support in February for numerous smartphones and tablets from the most expensive to the cheapest and also for many older series. Even Google cannot keep up with a current maximum of three years. Pixel smartphones generally receive OTA updates such as the upcoming Android 12 on the very first day of availability. Most recently, Nokia also spoke out in favor of three main Android versions and four years of security updates for the first time with the XR20 (test).
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