Guaranteed monthly security updates and software upgrades is not something we are used to hearing when it comes to Android. Yes, some manufacturers have been supporting their devices software-wise but this was mostly for their flagship devices. For the mid and entry level devices, it was never guaranteed and in most cases they never got updated.
When HMD Global came into the market with Nokia smartphones, the company was keen to change this and promised at least 2 major software upgrades and monthly security update for all devices for about three years. This was unheard of before and is one of the things that made the new Nokia smartphones stand out.
To get those OS and firmware updates. Go to Settings–>System—>About Phone—>System Updates.
HMD Global’s commitment to providing a clean software experience means, for the most part, that they’re omitting the pre-installation of any third-party apps. The opinions about this approach may vary — while some users prefer having loads of pre-installed apps on their devices, some like to start with a clean slate. But from the standpoint of data security, a clean user interface reduces the scope of any app jeopardizing user data.
Besides protecting users’ data, Android One devices are also required to get security patches routinely. The promise of periodical security updates ensures that smartphones are guarded against the latest security vulnerabilities.
