Xiaomi has published a huge list of devices that it will be pulling the plug off in terms of software support. All the devices on this end of support (EOS) list will no longer enjoy regular software updates and upgrades from the company. The list consists of a mixture of Mi and Redmi smartphones as presented by the Xiaomi Security Center.
The Xiaomi Mi 9 and Mi Play are the latest devices included in the refreshed list. The two devices have been quite popular during the trajectory of their evolution into the EOS category. It should be noted that while a few critical updates will still be available for these devices, they have stopped receiving general updates and security patches. Devices on the list generally become more vulnerable to hacks and online threats.
Xiaomi, like other major brands, offers a limited lifespan of software updates and upgrades for smartphones. As one set fall under the hammer, as it were, new and improved products pop up to bridge the vacuum. The EOS list now contains 41 Mi and 29 Redmi smartphones, totaling 70 devices so far.
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