So is there any word what type of future updates the g5 plus will get? I know moto isn't the best with updates but doesn't even seem to be getting security patches..
Quarterly I could live with. My G5 Plus is still on January.
Do you really need quarterly updates. I mean I don't download sketchy apps, sideload anything or visit websites that are compromising. Even if I did do the Security patches make that much of a difference? I'm just trying to understand the whole thing.
I guess my thought process is still fairly rooted in iOS and the random updates that are not scheduled. I see your point.Let's put it this way. Google thinks it important enough to issue monthly updates to Nexus and Pixel devices. I myself do not frequent the sort of sites that may cause problems but the patches may also address other exploits and what's wrong with being as safe as possible?
In Moto's case it seems especially frustrating because their version of Android is so close to stock that one would think it shouldn't be all that difficult.
I bought a G5 knowing Moto's previous history hoping for some improvement so that's on me.
Staying away from sketchy apps and dodgy websites is a good practice on any device that is on the internet in my opinion. But having an OS that is up to date security wise just adds another layer of protection. Absolutely necessary? Maybe not. Desirable? Yes as far as I'm concerned.I guess my thought process is still fairly rooted in iOS and the random updates that are not scheduled. I see your point.
Motorola is apparently trying to be the absolute worst OEM when it comes to security patches. With Moto's minimal changes to stock Android you would think rolling in a patch every half year or so wouldn't be too difficult.
Do you really need quarterly updates. I mean I don't download sketchy apps, sideload anything or visit websites that are compromising. Even if I did do the Security patches make that much of a difference? I'm just trying to understand the whole thing.
If you like to root. This phone has amazing ROM support, so its easy to always have the lasted build through custom roms.