

We don’t understand why Realme doesn’t want to jump on the bandwagon when its biggest competitor Xiaomi also happens to have the same software policy as others. All three companies basically use the same software – ColorOS, and even share hardware. That’s because its sister brands Oppo and Oneplus now provide up to three Android updates and four years of security updates like Samsung and Vivo. It is weird for Realme to stick with an outdated policy. Sadly, Realme didn’t make changes to its existing policy. Back then, we expected the brand to announce a better software policy for international markets.

Just ahead of the Realme UI 3.0 announcement, the company disclosed that its handsets in China will only receive two years of maintenance updates. Whereas, most of the portfolio will be either limited to a single Android update or none. Minimum requirements to run the flashing tool Your development machine must meet these requirements: Browser: Any browser supporting WebUSB, such as Chrome or Edge 79+. To get started, you need a development machine and an Android device. The maximum count will be only offered for flagships and select mid-rangers. Android flash tool allows you to flash an Android build to your device for development and testing. The exec backs this policy by claiming that the average lifecycle of today’s phones ranges from 24 to 26 months.ĭo note that not all devices will be blessed with two Android updates. In other words, Realme smartphones will continue to receive only up to two Android updates and three years of security updates. Upon questioning about updates, the company executive revealed that the brand will stick with its old software policy. Recently, Realme’s Madhav Sheth was interviewed by Android Authority. With so many units in sales, you expect the firm to provide longer software support. It is also the fastest-growing Android 5G smartphone brand. Chinese tech company Realme is currently the fastest-growing smartphone brand to date.
