Every Xiaomi, Redmi, POCO Phone with 6 Years of Android and Security Updates

Xiaomi is making a bold move in the Android ecosystem with a new software update policy. The company has officially committed to offering up to six years of updates – including both Android OS upgrades and security patches – for a growing list of its devices. This includes not just premium models, but also select mid-range and budget phones.

What the New Update Policy Covers

• 4 major Android OS upgrades
• 2 additional years of security patches
• Total of 6 years of software support

This aligns Xiaomi with the most competitive offerings in the Android space and exceeds previous expectations, especially for devices outside the flagship category.

Devices Covered Under the New Policy

The new six-year update roadmap applies to several devices across Xiaomi’s flagship, POCO, and Redmi series. Here’s a breakdown:

Flagship Devices

POCO Series

Redmi Series

Tablets

A Major Shift in Xiaomi’s Update Strategy

Traditionally, Xiaomi’s budget and mid-range phones have seen just one or two Android upgrades and up to three years of security updates. With this new policy, the company is redefining expectations, especially by offering long-term support to phones like the Redmi Note 14 4G, which is priced as low as €150.

The Redmi Note 14 4G will receive six years of security updates, along with four major Android updates. This makes it one of the longest-supported budget phones in Xiaomi’s history.

Why This Matters

• Longevity: Users can keep their phones longer without sacrificing software relevance.
• Security: Extended patching means safer, more secure devices.
• Sustainability: Reduces e-waste by extending device usability.
• Resale Value: Longer support cycles improve resale prospects.

Comparisons Across the Industry

Xiaomi’s move comes at a time when the rest of the industry is pushing software longevity:

• Samsung now promises 7-8 years of Android OS and security updates for its flagship and 6 years for its mid-range devices.
• Google has committed to 7 years of updates for the Pixel devices, some Pixel devices started with Android 14 and are expected to go up to Android 21. Though Google’s history with consistency has raised skepticism, the announcement is still significant.
• Qualcomm has announced that phones using Snapdragon 8 Elite and similar chipsets can technically support Android and security updates for up to 8 years. It remains up to phone makers to implement this.

This places Xiaomi in the competitive top tier, just behind Samsung and Google, and far ahead of other Android brands in terms of concrete update policies.

Glaring Gaps from Other Android Brands

While Xiaomi has now made clear promises, other major Android brands have yet to follow suit:

• Transsion Holdings brands (TECNO, Infinix, itel) offer no consistent or publicly guaranteed software update timelines across their devices. Many budget models receive one, two or even – at times – no major updates.
• OPPO and Realme do not provide universal update promises for all their devices. While some flagship models may get 2–3 years of support, most mid-range or entry-level options are left behind either receiving one or 2 major updates.

The lack of a clear, brand-wide update roadmap for these manufacturers puts Xiaomi ahead in consumer trust, resale value, and sustainability.

Questions Remain

Despite the announcement, users have raised concerns about Xiaomi’s ability to deliver updates on time. Past experience shows inconsistent timelines, with some devices receiving updates months after the initial rollout.

Nonetheless, this policy marks a significant milestone for Xiaomi, especially if it can deliver timely and stable updates across all covered devices. If successful, it could shift the expectations for software support across the entire Android ecosystem.