Xiaomi Budget Phone Promises Six-Year Security Updates

Xiaomi’s Redmi 17 5G, a budget phone priced under $250 in some versions, is promised security and software updates through 2032, including four Android version upgrades, demonstrating that long support can extend beyond premium devices. More broadly, smartphone-buying advice emphasizes matching a device to budget and everyday needs while weighing battery life, durability, connectivity and security-update support. For frequent travelers, practical priorities include long battery life, eSIM or dual-SIM support, water resistance and emergency connectivity; a travel eSIM provider also offers eligible users 1GB of backup data every 30 days in supported destinations when their main plan is inactive.