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Gino76ph, 17 hours agoSystem updates does not necessarily include quality of life... moreXiaomi does have their own app store, it's called "GetApps". Though you can also update system apps via Settings -> System apps updater. However, some apps may only be updated through system updates and not via their store.

I've been a Xiaomi user ever since the Redmi 1S back in 2014, and even I can't answer how often they push out system updates because I don't pay attention to them.

However, I currently own a Poco X6 Pro and so far it has received 2 security updates since it came out back in January this year. It launched with a December 2023 security patch, then gets updated to February 2024, then April 2024. So it looks like it gets updated every 2 months.

    Williamzzz, 24 Jul 2024Oops, I misread your comment regarding quality of life upda... moreSystem updates does not necessarily include quality of life updates.
    Are you aware Xiaomi has an app store similar to Samsung where they (presumably) updates their 1st-party stuff like Camera, Gallery, Security apps, etc.?
    Updates are so important especially these days and if an OEM cannot even give us a straight answer (as to frequency and inclusions) and keep dishing out phones that are 60% better than last year's but 40% are either same specs or inferior specs then people will just not bother buying them and sticking to traditional players like Samsung, Motorola, Sony,etc.?

      Williamzzz, 24 Jul 2024Yes, the Xiaomi 13T was promised to have 4 years of Android... moreUpdates remain ambiguous. If Android releases it's latest OS how long we will have to wait? And how often the security updates will be pushed? Monthly? Quarterly? Again, these have not been clarified and answered.
      DXO Mark are being paid to review phones. Most if not all camera reviews are only for the main camera lenses. The ultrawide and selfie cameras are not included.
      The main camera is obviously the main star of the show. But i still find Xiaomi puts old inferior low-specced ultrawide cameras that show inconsistent colour and sharpness than that of the main. And selfie cameras also remain appalling - not talking about having no 4K recording but the megapixel count is low (w/ pixel binning), old sensors, no 1080p/60 the very least, colours are not accurate, unnecessary beauty mode that softens skin (in western culture that is not accepted), poor low light..i could go on.

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        Gino76ph, 21 Jul 2024I appreciate the only way to try is to buy it. But having h... moreOops, I misread your comment regarding quality of life updates, which apply to apps like the Camera, Gallery, and Security. Not system updates.

        I've owned a Poco X3 Pro for 3 years and I can't remember the last time they updated those three apps you mentioned. I'm not one to pay attention to those things in my lifetime. But as long as the phone is still getting software updates, it should still be getting quality-of-life updates as well.

        Just don't expect those updates to be frequent in typical Xiaomi fashion. They may have extended their software support, but they still haven't changed how often they give software and quality-of-life updates. So expect something like the Camera app to receive only 1 or 2 updates during the 13T's 5-year lifespan, or none at all. That's the price you gotta pay.

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          Gino76ph, 21 Jul 2024I appreciate the only way to try is to buy it. But having h... moreYes, the Xiaomi 13T was promised to have 4 years of Android updates and 5 years of security patches. Since it was released last year with Android 13, it should get Android updates until Android 17 and security updates until 2028.

          As far as the cameras go, Xiaomi have definitely improved compared to a couple years ago, and the 13T is one of the best camera phones for the price. DxOMark even ranks it higher than older flagships including the iPhone 12/12 Mini, Galaxy S21 Ultra, and Pixel 6a.

          In conclusion, yes this phone will still get software updates (up until 2028), and the cameras are fantastic. Just don't expect a flagship-level experience because the 13T is still a midrange phone. It's still an arguably better phone than most of what the competition has to offer even in 2024, especially when you can find it for a good price.

            Mr. Right, 22 Jul 2024Seems like you updated to HyperOS, thus slow network speed.Is it a common problem? I'm waiting to wednesday to unlock my bootloader just to see if downgrading to MIUI 14 solves this problem.

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              ashrobb, 17 Jul 2024Seems an issue on your end, or in your unit. I reach 230 Mb... moreSeems like you updated to HyperOS, thus slow network speed.

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                Furkan , 22 Jul 2024Apple and Samsung software is the best but Xiaomi software ... moreI don't know about any technical aspects but I have been using this phone from last 6 Months almost and i am really happy with this phone and it's performance.

                Software update maybe little slow but it actually doesn't matters for normal users.

                This is a good phone and value for hard earned money.

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                  • 22 Jul 2024

                  Anonymous, 21 Jul 2024No, Motorola has very bad update policy, almost non-existen... moreApple and Samsung software is the best but Xiaomi software is like Oneplus

                    robbie99us, 21 Jul 2024After having slow Wi-Fi on my device, I sold it and went t... moreWell that's not good... I'm still on MIUI so that might explain why I didn't have issues, as you did before updating... Try to report the issue on the feedback app.

                    I'm probably moving out from this device soon, got an offer to buy the Samsung A55 for 305 USD and I took it... I liked the hardware but between the software and less than stellar battery life I'm kinda fed up with Xiaomi for the time being. Maybe I'll try again with the 14 series.

                      ashrobb, 17 Jul 2024Seems an issue on your end, or in your unit. I reach 230 Mb... moreAfter having slow Wi-Fi on my device, I sold it and went to buy a new one, now in black color. Did a speedtest and iperf3 on my device with stock MIUI 14.0.9.0, went around 590Mbps on 5Ghz band. Updated to latest HyperOS 1.0.9.0 and now Wi-Fi is having problems again, won't go higher than 100Mbps in Speedtest or iperf3. This problem is BS.

                        Anonymous, 21 Jul 2024Sigh... I feel like you're being way too skeptical her... moreI appreciate the only way to try is to buy it. But having had Xiaomi phones in the past 3 years (albeit all midrange phones) i have been disappointed with the slow updates and poor cameras.
                        Right now i'm turning my eyes on a Xiaomi 13T instead as it is just £350 right now. If it stays that way till payday I may be to get it.
                        But you see even if the 13T is on Android 14 and a May 2024 security will it continue to get quality of life updates? That's the big question.

                          Anonymous, 21 Jul 2024No, Motorola has very bad update policy, almost non-existen... moreThe Moto G84 is my first Motorola in years. It punches above it's weight to be honest. If the G85 had flat screen I would have bought that instead. The Moto is currently on Android 14 and on May security update. If I get the Redmi Note 13 Pro 5G what Android OS version and security month is it on right now?
                          You see even if the Redmi is on Android 14 and a May 2024 security will it continue to get quality of life updates? So, the question goes back: Motorola or Xiaomi in terms of updates as mentioned above?

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                            Anonymous, 14 Jul 2024The 200mp camera is good but not practical, how often would... morePoco phones have mediocre photo sensors produce mediocre photos. They are made for best performance. Redmi Note Pro are made for better photos.

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                              Gino76ph, 21 Jul 2024if you ask me to be honest a 90-day turnover for security u... moreSigh... I feel like you're being way too skeptical here, mate. Go ahead and buy one and just see for yourself whether you like using it or not, it's the only way to truly judge. If you end up disliking it, then you can go ahead and sell it, because I truly have no other recommendations besides this one in terms of camera quality and performance. Maybe the Pixel 7a, but that's an older phone, it's also more expensive, only has 128GB of storage, and it may not be available where you live.

                              That's all, I won't return to this forum anytime soon. Sorry, but I've got my own business to worry about besides phones. Peace out.

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                                • 21 Jul 2024

                                Gino76ph, 17 Jul 2024If i can disable ads on a Xiaomi device by turning off reco... moreNo, Motorola has very bad update policy, almost non-existent in fact. Pick moto, if you want the most stable experience without gimmicks, but then have no expectations and you will be stuck on the out of the box Android version basically almost forever. Pick xiaomi for updates, if you're a tech enthusiast caring for updates, but then there's no guarantee that something can fail with the update.

                                  Anonymous, 21 Jul 2024I don't pay attention to security updates as much, so ... moreif you ask me to be honest a 90-day turnover for security updates is still very important.
                                  But im curious if Xiaomi have actually improved their ways in terms of listening to customer feedback as I don't see any proof out there apart from if you own a flagship and updates may be a bit quicker. Maybe.

                                    Been using Xiaomi for years, it's not that bad to turn on dns since our country restricted to access some major website

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                                      Gino76ph, 20 Jul 2024Would you say a 90-dat "turnround" of security up... moreI don't pay attention to security updates as much, so I don't personally care whether I get updates every 30 days, 60 days, or 90, whatever. But we can all agree it's still better to have updates than none at all.

                                      Honestly though, the latest security updates aren't always guaranteed to protect your phone. My advice would be avoiding malicious websites, not sharing your personal info to people/websites you don't trust, and avoiding installing suspicious APK files from phony emails claiming to be wedding invitations or job offers.

                                      Regarding how often they update their system apps, once in a while, but I don't know how often they do so in a span of a year.

                                        Anonymous, 19 Jul 2024Some apps like Themes allow you to disable ads, but they ma... moreWould you say a 90-dat "turnround" of security updates is acceptable these days?
                                        And during it's lifetime apart from OS updates how often will Xiaomi/Redmi phones receive quality of life updates (such as the Gallery or Photos app, Camera app, Security app, etc.) in say a span of 12 months?

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