The transition to more advanced technologies is a constant in the world of mobile telephony. With the launching di Xiaomi 14 e Xiaomi 14 Pro, the Chinese company has taken a significant step forward, exclusively embracing the 64-bit applications, leaving behind compatibility with 32-bit apps. This move opens up a world of possibilities, but it also brings with it challenges.
Xiaomi 14 marks the abandonment of 32 bit
The official presentation of Xiaomi 14 and Xiaomi 14 Pro hinted at a clear direction towards which the company is aiming. Yu Zhang, senior sales manager at Xiaomi, shared that the new models will not support 32-bit applications, making these devices the first Xiaomi flagships designed exclusively for 64-bit software.
This decision could create some complications during data transfer from old to new smartphones, with alert notifications urging users to look for compatible versions of apps. In essence, considering that the transition to 64-bit apps has not yet come to an end, it is possible that some users may find “hiccups” in the installation process. However, it can be solved by looking for alternatives.
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The transition to 64-bit software is not without valid reasons. With more efficient memory management and architecture, applications should run faster on new Xiaomi devices. The fundamental difference between 32 and 64 bits lies in the ability to process a greater amount of data. 64-bit processors, being newer, are generallyfaster and offer greater security compared to 32-bit ones.
iOS, Android's main rival, has operated on a 64-bit basis since 2017. The diversity of manufacturers in the Android world has slowed a similar transition, despite Google's push for broader support for 64-bit apps since 2019. The hardware recent, especially chips that follow the ARM design, has already integrated support for 64 bit, although ARM itself plans to completely eliminate 32-bit support from its SoC design in 2023. However, there is resistance from some key players such as Qualcomm, due to markets where 32-bit apps are still prevalent.
