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How to update your iPhone to the latest iOS 17
Software updates tend to introduce handy new features and security patches.
The latest iPhones tend to receive major software updates for around five years. And with every annual update, Apple usually introduces a ton of new features and bug fixes that make these devices stabler and more helpful. iOS 17 is the latest iteration of the iPhone's operating system, and below you can check how to install it on your iPhone using different methods.
EU proposes regulation to improve software update and spare part availability for smartphones and tablets
The EU has proposed a new regulation to improve software update and spare part availability for smartphones and tablets. Read on to learn more.
As part of its efforts to make consumer electronics more sustainable, the EU has proposed new regulations that will require OEMs to offer at least five years of security updates and three years of OS updates to their devices. In addition, EU regulators have also suggested minimum spare part requirements for smartphones and tablets sold in the region for a minimum of five years.
Samsung rolls out GPS fixes for a bunch of legacy devices
Samsung is rolling out a firware update for several EOL Galaxy devices, bringing GPS stability improvements and security fixes. Read on to learn more.
Earlier this month, Samsung rolled out a surprise software update for the 7-year-old Galaxy J7. The update introduced GPS stability improvements to the device, but it did not include new features or the latest security patches. Samsung is now rolling out a similar update to a bunch of older Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy Alpha, Galaxy S5 Neo, Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S7, Galaxy S8, and more.
Samsung rolls out surprise update for the 7-year-old Galaxy J7
The Samsung Galaxy J7, a mid-ranger phone which was launched seven years ago, has received a new software update. Read on to know more!
Samsung has inarguably improved a lot over the years in supporting its smartphones and tablets with the latest software updates. A few months ago, the Korean OEM even pledged to provide four major Android OS updates and up to five years of security updates for its high-end devices. As if beating Google at its own game wasn't enough, the company has now updated a seven-year-old smartphone with a new software update.
Samsung says Galaxy Watch 4 and future watches will get four years of updates
Samsung says the Galaxy Watch 4 and Galaxy Watch 4 Classic both will get up to four years of One UI Watch and Wear OS updates.
Yesterday, Samsung officially lifted the curtains off its first 2022 flagship lineup. The newly announced Galaxy S22 series represents the best that Samsung has to offer in the traditional smartphone form factor. All three phones pack amazing hardware, and that, together with Samsung's new commitment to provide up to four years of Android OS updates, make them the most enticing offerings on the market right now. However, this extended software support isn't just exclusive to smartphones. Samsung says it will provide the same level of support for its smartwatches as well.
Samsung users in Europe might soon receive One UI updates much faster
Samsung is making some changes to its update process which will help European users get updates even faster. Read on to learn more.
Samsung is reportedly making some changes to how it delivers software updates to its devices in different parts of Europe. These changes will likely improve the company's software rollout even further and, quite possibly, make sideloading One UI updates a whole lot easier.
Xiaomi 11T series will be Xiaomi's first phones with 3 years of OS updates
Xiaomi has announced that its upcoming Xiaomi 11T series will be the first to get three Android OS upgrades and four years of security updates.
Following in Samsung and OnePlus' footsteps, Xiaomi has now announced that it will offer three years of OS upgrades and four years of security patches for its upcoming Xiaomi 11T series. The company made this announcement just days ahead of a launch event, where it will unveil the Xiaomi 11T and the Xiaomi 11T Pro.
Germany wants smartphone makers to offer 7 years of software updates
Germany is currently mulling over a new law that would force smartphone OEMs to deliver seven years of software updates for their devices.
Apple is gearing up to roll out iOS 15 later this year. The company plans to roll it out to several of its devices, going all the way back to the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. This will make Apple the only smartphone OEM to offer seven years of software updates to its devices. That's a remarkable feat, considering that only a couple of OEMs on the Android side promise three years of OS upgrades and four years of security updates. To bridge this gap, the EU proposed a new law earlier this year that would force all smartphone OEMs to offer up to five years of security updates for their devices and deliver reasonably priced spare parts for the same duration.
Vivo is the latest OEM to offer 3 years of Android OS updates for select phones
After Samsung and HMD Global, Vivo has now announced that it will offer 3 years of Android OS updates for select devices.
At the Galaxy Note 20 series launch event last year, Samsung surprised fans by promising three generations of Android OS updates for the new devices. The company soon extended the program to several other devices, including the Galaxy S21 series, the Galaxy S20 series, all of its foldable devices, a few Galaxy A series devices, and even some tablets. Following in Samsung's footsteps, HMD Global also promised to deliver three years of OS updates to select Nokia X series phones earlier this year. Chinese OEM Vivo has now also jumped on the bandwagon and announced a similar upgrade program for future Vivo X series devices.
ASUS rolls out an Android 10 beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M2
The Android 10 Global Beta is now available for the Asus ZenFone Max Pro M2 for early testing. We also have full ROM zip available for manual installation.
Earlier today ASUS rolled out an Android 10 beta to the ZenFone Max Pro M1 and it looks like the company is giving the same treatment to its successor as well. The Android 10 Global Beta is now available for the ASUS ZenFone Max Pro M2 for early testing.
How to immediately get OxygenOS updates for the OnePlus 6/5T/5/3T/3
Get the latest OxygenOS updates immediately on your OnePlus 6, OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 5, OnePlus 3T, or OnePlus 3. Skip the OTA line!
One of the most annoying parts of over-the-air (OTA) updates is waiting for the update to be delivered on your device. This varies wildly from device to device, and many factors take part while checking if you're eligible: your carrier, your OEM, your current Android version, and your actual geographical location/IP, just to name a few. It's particularly annoying when your OEM doesn't officially support your country. If you want to skip the wait and immediately get OxygenOS updates on your OnePlus 6, OnePlus 5T, OnePlus 5, OnePlus 3T, or OnePlus 3, then you can use the free Oxygen Updater app to do so.