The Poco M3 is easily one of the most attractive smartphones available at its price point. The textured back cover of the device not only makes it look luxurious, but also keeps it smudge-free and quite grippy.
But among the rest of its cool features, the thing that stands out the most is its huge camera module which may be considered a design gimmick by some, but undeniably has an odd appeal.
The design isn’t the only cool part of the device, as it also comes with some pretty compelling specs for its price, including a large 6000mAh battery, 48 MP camera, and a Snapdragon 662 processor.
However, there is one issue that has bothered every Poco M3 user who actually keeps track of updates. You see, the Poco M3 launched in November of last year and comes with MIUI 12 based on Android 10 out of the box.
And almost eight months later, the phone continues to run on the same software it was launched with. Of course, it has indeed received a few security updates, but that’s it.
Seasoned Xiaomi users already know that MIUI 12 and Android 10 are not the latest software offered by the OEM. Most of its Android 11-eligible devices have already been updated to the Android version, with several even being treated with MIUI 12.5.
Unfortunately, the Poco M3 apparently did not receive as much love from its parent company and was therefore left on the old and buggy MIUI 12.
With issues like low Wi-Fi signal strength and more issues in the software currently running by the Poco M3, the demand for MIUI 12.5 based on Android 11 has been steadily increasing.
Fortunately, a mod from the Poco community has now stated that the Poco M3 will be getting Android 11 “very soon”. Of course, this is by no means an ETA, but at least we now know that the update is now closer than ever for the device.
However, one question still remains unanswered. Will the Poco M3 receive Android 11 overlaid with MIUI 12.5? Or will Poco continue to stick with MIUI 12?
Well, given that even the most entry-level devices have now been updated to MIUI 12.5, at least in China, it’s quite possible that the Poco M3 will miss the Android 11 topped with MIUI 12. and go directly to MIUI 12.5. .
But of course, that’s just speculation at this point. Anyway, we will continue to monitor the issue for further developments and update our dedicated Poco MIUI 12.5 update tracker accordingly, so stay tuned.
Featured Image Source: Poco M3 website
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