Not fair: Fairphone 4’s next big Android update postponed until 2025
 

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• The Android 14 update for the Fairphone 4 will not be released this year as initially planned.
• The delay is attributed to technical issues that require support from Qualcomm.
• Fairphone aims to provide more information about the update early next year.

It looks like Fairphone 4 users hoping for an Android 14 upgrade this year will have to hold off a bit longer, as Fairphone has announced a delay in the rollout. Launched initially with Android 11, the Fairphone 4 was due for an Android 14 update by the end of this year. However, a recent update from a company representative indicates that users may not see it until sometime next year.

For those unfamiliar, Fairphone is a unique player in the smartphone market, committed to sustainability and ethical production practices. The company is well-regarded for its transparent approach to sourcing materials and its dedication to producing phones that last longer than the average lifespan of many other devices. In an industry where frequent upgrades and disposability are often the norm, each Fairphone model is designed to be repairable and supported for extended periods.




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