After a long wait, the Android 15 update finally arrives on the Fairphone 4. Its successor, the Fairphone 5, received the update over three months ago, meaning the update was longer than expected. Here’s everything you need to know about the Android 15 update for the Fairphone 4.
While Android 15 is a major update, it introduces only a few new features and changes, along with various enhancements. It includes features like including Private Space, Passkey integration, Theft Protection, and more. However, the update is only useful if it doesn’t break existing things. The last update for the Fairphone 5 was not well-received, and early feedback indicates that Fairphone 4 users encountering similar issues with this update.
After analyzing user feedback, the results are mixed. While some users reported several issues after the update, others have confirmed that the update is working perfectly fine on their devices.
Since the update has received mixed feedback, it’s not advisable to install it immediately. Instead, wait for a few days and analyze the performance based on user feedback. Only install the update when you’re satisfied with the results for a stress-free experience.
Here are some issues reported by Fairphone 4 users:
- Background apps crash (affecting operations like copying and pasting from one app to another)
- Bluetooth connection issue (frequent disconnection)
- Other performance issues (like frame drop in animations)
The Android 15 update for the Fairphone 4 is gradually rolling out. If you own the device and haven’t received the update yet, it will be available soon. As advised earlier, it’s best to wait for other minor releases that likely include fixes for these issues before updating to Android 15.
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