Xiaomi Stops Support for a few Redmi and POCO Phones
Xiaomi has officially announced the end of software support for several popular Redmi and POCO smartphones. This means devices such as the Redmi Note 11, Note 11S, and POCO X4 Pro 5G will no longer receive Android updates, including security patches and MIUI or HyperOS updates.
Below is the full list of phones affected:
- Redmi Note 11 SE
- Redmi Note 11S 5G
- Redmi Note 11S
- Redmi Note 11
- Redmi Note 11 5G
- Redmi Note 11 5G
- Redmi 10C
- Redmi 10 2022
- POCO M4 Pro
- POCO X4 Pro 5G
This decision comes as no surprise, as Xiaomi typically provides two to three years of major Android updates and three to four years of security updates for its devices. With these models released in 2022, they have reached the end of their expected support lifecycle.
What This Means for Users
- No More Security Updates: The most significant impact is the lack of security patches. This leaves devices vulnerable to potential exploits and malware.
- Limited Functionality: Users may experience issues with app compatibility and performance as the operating system ages.
- Custom ROM Options: While official support ends, users can explore custom ROMs like LineageOS or Pixel Experience to extend the life of their devices and potentially receive unofficial updates.
Xiaomi’s Policy
This decision aligns with Xiaomi’s policy of prioritizing newer devices with the latest software enhancements and security features. While disappointing for users of these older models, it allows the company to focus resources on supporting and developing new technologies.
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