{"id":4407,"date":"2025-02-07T14:56:52","date_gmt":"2025-02-07T14:56:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socialnestham.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/iqoo-12-software-update-extended-to-android-18-with-5-years-of-security-patches-enhanced-support\/"},"modified":"2025-02-07T14:56:52","modified_gmt":"2025-02-07T14:56:52","slug":"iqoo-12-software-update-extended-to-android-18-with-5-years-of-security-patches-enhanced-support","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/socialnestham.com\/index.php\/2025\/02\/07\/iqoo-12-software-update-extended-to-android-18-with-5-years-of-security-patches-enhanced-support\/","title":{"rendered":"iQOO 12 Software Update Extended to Android 18 with 5 Years of Security Patches &amp; Enhanced Support"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/tag\/iqoo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>iQOO<\/strong><\/a> has announced an extended software update cycle for its flagship <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/phones\/iqoo-12-launched-in-india\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>iQOO 12<\/strong><\/a>, ensuring the device remains up to date with the latest Android versions for a longer period. <strong>Originally launched in 2023<\/strong> with a three-year OS update promise, the company has now committed to four years of Android updates and five years of security patches, aligning it with the upcoming <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/phones\/iqoo-13-launched-in-india-pricing-more-details\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>iQOO 13<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>iQOO 12 Software Update Policy Extended<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The iQOO 12 debuted in 2023 with <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/tag\/android\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Android 14<\/a>-based <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/tag\/funtouchos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Funtouch OS<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>With the updated policy, it will now receive OS updates until 2027 and security patches until 2028.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>This means the phone will be upgraded to <strong>Android 18<\/strong> (assuming the naming pattern continues).<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>iQOO 13<\/strong> will follow a similar update cycle but will receive one extra OS update since it will launch with <a href=\"https:\/\/developer.android.com\/about\/versions\/15\/get\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Android 15<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>iQOO 12: Key Features and Specifications<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3><strong>Display<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Size:<\/strong> 6.78-inch <strong>1.5K LTPO AMOLED<\/strong> display<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Resolution:<\/strong> 2800 \u00d7 1260 pixels<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Brightness:<\/strong> HDR10+, <strong>up to 3,000 nits peak brightness<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dimming Technology:<\/strong> 2,160Hz PWM dimming for eye comfort<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Performance<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Chipset:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/tag\/qualcomm\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Qualcomm<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.qualcomm.com\/products\/mobile\/snapdragon\/smartphones\/snapdragon-8-series-mobile-platforms\/snapdragon-8-gen-3-mobile-platform\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snapdragon 8 Gen 3<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gaming Support:<\/strong> Dedicated <strong>Q1 chipset<\/strong> for enhanced gaming performance<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>RAM &amp; Storage:<\/strong> Up to <strong>16GB RAM<\/strong> and <strong>512GB internal storage<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Camera Setup<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Primary Camera:<\/strong> 50MP Omnivision OV50H with <strong>OIS (Optical Image Stabilization)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ultra-wide Camera:<\/strong> 50MP sensor<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Telephoto Lens:<\/strong> 64MP <strong>3x optical zoom with OIS<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Front Camera:<\/strong> 16MP for selfies and video calls<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Battery &amp; Charging<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Capacity:<\/strong> 5,000mAh battery<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Charging:<\/strong> <strong>120W fast charging<\/strong> for ultra-fast recharges<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Connectivity &amp; Other Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>Network:<\/strong> 5G, 4G VoLTE<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Wireless:<\/strong> Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, NFC<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Security:<\/strong> In-display fingerprint sensor<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Audio:<\/strong> Stereo speakers with <strong>Hi-Res Audio support<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>iQOO 12 India Pricing &amp; Availability<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.in\/iQOO-Storage-Snapdragon%C2%AE-Platform-Flagship\/dp\/B07WGMXVFK\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">iQOO 12<\/a> launched in India at Rs 52,999<\/strong> for the <strong>12GB + 256GB<\/strong> variant.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>The <strong>16GB + 512GB<\/strong> variant was priced at Rs 57,999.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Current Price:<\/strong> Rs <strong>45,999<\/strong> for the base model and Rs <strong>50,999<\/strong> for the top-end version.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><strong>Color Options:<\/strong> Alpha (Black) and Legend (White).<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>With this extended software support, the <strong>iQOO 12 becomes a long-term investment<\/strong>, offering flagship performance with security and OS updates up to 2028. This move places iQOO alongside premium smartphone brands in terms of software longevity, making it a <strong>compelling choice for buyers seeking a future-proof device.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>Follow <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/\"><span>Before You Take<\/span><\/a><span> on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BeforeYouTake\"><span>Facebook<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/beforeyoutake\"><span>Twitter<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/whatsapp.com\/channel\/0029VaBiGFpC1FuI83NAtB0a\"><span>WhatsApp Channel<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/beforeyoutakeofficial\/\"><span>Instagram<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/BeforeYouTake\"><span>Telegram<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.threads.net\/@beforeyoutakeofficial\"><span>Threads<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/before-you-take-official\/\"><span>LinkedIn<\/span><\/a><span>, For the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/news\/\"><span>Latest Technology News &amp; Updates<\/span><\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/category\/ev-news\/\">Latest Electric Vehicles News<\/a><span> | <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/category\/electronics-news\/\">Electronics News<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/phones\">Mobiles News<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/category\/news\/software-update\/\">Software Updates<\/a><\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/news\/software-update\/iqoo-12-software-update-extended-to-android-18-with-5-years-of-security-patches-enhanced-support\/\">iQOO 12 Software Update Extended to Android 18 with 5 Years of Security Patches &amp; Enhanced Support<\/a> appeared first on <a href=\"https:\/\/beforeyoutake.com\/\">Before You Take<\/a>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u00a0 iQOO has announced an extended software update cycle for its flagship iQOO 12, ensuring the device remains up to date with the latest Android versions for a longer period. 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