Meizu smartphones with Flyme 6: who gets Android 7.0 and key details

En las últimas horas ha aparecido en la Red una lista de los dispositivos Meizu que estarían dentro de los elegidos para recibir la última versión del sistema operativo de Google. Esto es posible gracias a Flyme 6, la capa de personalización de la compañía de la que hemos saber su fecha de lanzamiento, lo que a su vez nos permite conocer el listado de smartphones Meizu que recibirán Android 7.0.

In this way, the company joins other manufacturers who are already starting to test Android 7.0 on their devices, as is the case with Honor, Motorola, Sony or Samsung.

Meizu smartphones that will receive Android 7.0

As we can read in the filtration, up to 9 Meizu smartphones will receive Android 7.0 in the coming months, as the update date has not yet been revealed as has happened with other brands such as, for example, the spanish bq. These are the lucky terminals:

Meizu U20
Meizu Pro 6
Meizu Pro 6s
Meizu M3 Max
Meizu M3 Note
Meizu M3e
Meizu MX6
Meizu PRO 5 mini
Meizu PRO 5

Lo mismo que esta filtración nos permite conocer qué smartphones de Meizu recibirán Android 7.0 Nougat, también facilita saber cuáles son los terminales que no se actualizarán y se quedarán en versiones anteriores del sistema operativo de Google.

De esta manera se quedan sin actualización a Android Nougat el Meizu M1, Meizu M1 metal, Meizu M1 Note, Meizu M2, Meizu M2 Note, Meizu M3, Meizu M3s, Meizu M5 Meizu, MX, Meizu MX2, Meizu MX3, Meizu MX4, Meizu MX4 Pro, Meizu MX5, Meizu MX5e y Meizu U10.

Meizu Pro 6S: Metal design, Helio X25 and IMX386 camera with OIS

Since this is an unofficial leak, we cannot confirm the 100% These are the Meizu smartphones that will receive Android 7.0 Nougat in the coming months, but it gives us an idea of which devices are included. Compatible with Google software. As soon as we have official confirmation, you'll be the first to know.

Developer ROMs and nuances: which models are actually getting the Android 7 upgrade

In parallel, Meizu released a Developer ROM (FlymeOS 6.7.8.2) which incorporates the Android 7 kernel to several models. Not all phones that install that build will be upgraded to Nougat, but it does provide solid clues about the eligibilityThe following devices are included with Android 7 in that ROM:

Meizu Pro 6 Plus
Meizu Pro 6
Meizu Pro 6s
Meizu Pro 5
Meizu MX6
Meizu E (M3E)
Meizu Max M3
Meizu M5 Notes
Meizu M3 Notes

On the other hand, there are teams that Flyme 6 receives but they remain in Android 6.0 (Marshmallow): Meizu MX5, MX4, MX4 Pro, Meizu X, U20, and U10. This explains the existence of divergent listings and makes it clear that, in specific cases such as U20The availability of Nougat depends on the compilation and from the channel (stable or developer). Among the new features of that ROM are the fingerprint payment verificationimprovements in photographic quality and greater WiFi stability.

For chronological guidance, the brand has used staggered rollout windows. In practice, those who usually get the update first are the flagships and then the rest of the compatible catalog. If you prefer a more... stableIt is advisable to wait for the final version of Flyme 6 based on Nougat instead of installing developer builds.

These past few weeks have brought us a lot of news related to the various updates to the new Android 7.0 Nougat that different manufacturers have rolled out. One of the most notable updates that was still pending was the one for Meizu devices, which will soon receive a new version of the software. This will be the new Flyme 6 with Android 7Today we learned its possible launch date and the list of mobile phones from the brand that will be compatible with it.

Flyme 6 is the next version of Meizu's software layer, which as expected will be based on Android 7 NougatAs always, one of the biggest unknowns of an update like this is which phones will be compatible with the new version, which will be released alongside the company's new devices. List of Meizu phones that will receive Flyme 6 with Android 7. For now, this is just a leak, so it's not official information, but as we know, these kinds of leaks are usually pretty accurate, so it's unlikely we'll see any phones with the new version right away. Flyme 6 with Android 7 those not on this list, which shows both those who will receive it and those who won't. These are the ones who Yes, they will receive the update..Meizu U20Meizu Pro 6Meizu Pro 6sMeizu M3 MaxMeizu M3 noteMeizu M3eMeizu MX6Meizu PRO 5 miniMeizu PRO 5And this is the list of Meizu mobiles that They will not receive the update. of Flyme 6 with Android 7.Meizu M1Meizu M1 metalMeizu M1 noteMeizu M2Meizu M2 noteMeizu M3Meizu M3sMeizu M5MXMX 4-coreMX2MX3MX4MX4 ProMX5MX5eU10Estimated update dateAlong with information on the devices that will receive the new Flyme 6, we also have an estimated release date for this update. While many manufacturers will release the update this holiday season, like one of its main rivals, UMI, Meizu will opt to launch the new software later. during the first trimesterThat could take us as far as next spring, so it's expected that this new software will debut with one of the new flagship models before rolling out to older ones. In any case, these listings could change, as we're quite surprised that...The Meizu M3, released last May, may not receive the new update.

On the same day that the Chinese company unveiled its new mobile phone, the Meizu M6 NotesIt has also released a developer ROM that, as its main novelty, has to bring the Android 7 kernel to several terminals.

Not all phones that come with the new version of Flyme will have it; this one in particular is the only one. Flyme 6.7.8.2They will be upgraded to Android 7, but several of them will be.

List of Meizu phones that will be updated to Android 7

The models that They will join the M6 Note and Meizu Pro 7 With version 7 of the operating system, these will be the requirements:

Meizu Pro 6 Plus
Meizu Pro 6
Meizu Pro 6s
Meizu Pro 5
Meizu MX6
Meizu Meizu E
Meizu Max M3
Meizu M5 Notes
Meizu M3 Notes

For now we're talking about a developer version, so the stability It's not guaranteed, and while we can try it, it might be better to wait for the final version.

On the other hand, There are more devices that will receive this version of FlymeOS, but they won't be updated to Android 7., staying in Marshmallow. They will be:

Meizu MX5
Meizu MX4
Meizu MX4 Pro
Meizu Meizu X
Meizu Meizu U20
Meizu U10

Among the new features of FlymeOS 6.7.8.2 is the option to verify payments using the fingerprint reader, improvements in the photo quality and in the stability of wireless connections.

For those who look at the technical specifications, Flyme 6 on top of Nougat also unlocks system features such as multi-window and a better notification management, two features that many users were expecting in their compatible Meizu devices.

Basado en Android 7.0 Nougat, Flyme 6 is the update of the current operating system enjoyed by the latest Meizu smartphones released to the market. Apparently, this update will reach users of the brand at the same time as the launch of the Meizu X, the company's next flagship phone, which should be released in the first few months. In this way, the company joins other manufacturers that are already beginning to test Android 7.0 on their devices, such as Honor, Motorola, Sony, and Samsung.

Meizu smartphones that will receive Android 7.0

As we can read in the filtration, up to 9 Meizu smartphones will receive Android 7.0 in the coming months, as the update date has not yet been revealed, unlike what has happened with other brands such as the Spanish company bq. These are the lucky devices:

Meizu U20
Meizu Pro 6
Meizu Pro 6s
Meizu Max M3
Meizu M3 Note
Meizu M3e
Meizu MX6
Meizu PRO 5 mini
Meizu PRO 5

Just as this leak allows us to know what Meizu smartphones will receive Android 7.0 Nougat also makes it easier to know which devices will not be updated and will remain on previous versions of Google's operating system.

This way they are left without update to Android Nougat el Meizu M1, Meizu M1 metal, Meizu M1 Note, Meizu M2, Meizu M2 Note, Meizu M3, Meizu M3s, Meizu M5 Meizu, MX, Meizu MX2, Meizu MX3, Meizu MX4, Meizu MX4 Pro, Meizu MX5, Meizu MX5e and Meizu U10.

Since this is an unofficial leak, we can't say for sure that these are the Meizu smartphones that will receive Android 7.0 Nougat in the coming months, but it does give us an idea of which devices are compatible with Google's software. As soon as we have official confirmation, you'll be the first to know.

Highlights

Operating system: FlyMe 6 (Android 7.0 Nougat)
CPU: MediaTek Helio P25. 4x 2.5 GHz ARM Cortex-A53 + 4x 1.4 GHz ARM Cortex-A53
GPU: ARM Mali-T880
RAM: 4 GB
ROM: 64 GB
Screen: 5.2 inches (1920 x 1080 pixels)
Connectivity:
4G: B1 (2100), B3 (1800), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B20 (800), B38 (TDD 2600), B39 (TDD 1900), B40 (TDD 2300), B41 (TDD 2500)
3G: B1 (2100), B2 (1900), B5 (850), B8 (900), CDMA: Bc0, B34 (TD 2000), B39 (TD 1900+)
2G: B2 (1900), B3 (1800), B5 (850), B8 (900)
Rear camera: Sony IMX386 12.0 MP + 12.0 MP. Front camera: 16.0 MP
Battery: 3.000 mAh

We knew Meizu had several surprises in store for us. The Pro range refresh is here, the flagship phones of the Chinese manufacturer and true high-end devices capable of competing against other brands. This year Meizu presents two new high-end devices, the Meizu Pro 7 and the Meizu Pro 7 Plus.

The first one is a stylish smartphone with a good battery and double cameraBut it's the second one that everyone's attention is focused on, a flagship that debuts the MediaTek Helio X30 processorBoth also incorporate a unique feature in the market, a AMOLED secondary display on the back for notifications and high-quality selfies.

Beyond the specifications, the arrival of Flyme 6 on Nougat comes with some differences depending on the model and update channel. If your Meizu appears on the compatibility lists and is also listed in the developer ROM with the Nougat kernel, your chances of receiving the update are higher. final version Android 7 requirements are high; if it only appears as a Flyme 6 receiver without a base change, you'll enjoy the new features of the layer but will remain on marshmallowIn any case, the rollout is being carried out gradually and by region, so it is advisable to check the section frequently. updates in Settings and the official Flyme notes.