Xiaomi Mi A1 receives Android 8.1 Oreo update

New Delhi : Xiaomi Mi A1 Android smartphone has started receiving Android 8.1 Oreo software update, and it includes the June Android security patch. 

According to a report, the update is being rolled out with a minor bug that wipes out all SMS history. However, the issue can be resolved with third party backup apps.

Xiaomi Mi A1 was launched in September 2017 with Android Nougat 7.1. With a guarenteed policy of Android One, the Xiaomi Mi A1 is guaranteed to get major Android updates till two years after launch.

The users can also expect to soon receive Android P stable on the device.

To download and install the OTA, go to Settings > About Phone > System Updates. You should automatically get the update; if not, click on Check for Updates.