Infinix Note 11 and Infinix Note 11S will receive a software update that will bring extended RAM functionality. This will help users get an enhanced multitasking experience by virtually expanding the built-in RAM up to 3 GB. Infinix claims that using the expanded RAM technology, the number of apps that the Infinix Note 11S can run simultaneously will increase from nine to 20. The average launch speed of apps running all at once will also be increased by 60 percent to 300 milliseconds. on the Infinix Note 11 series, the company said.
With the extended RAM feature, Infinix Note 11 and Infinix Note 11S will use the built-in storage to work virtually as RAM. The company said the new addition will help users quickly access apps and games even when switching between them.
On the Infinix Note 11S 8GB + 128GB storage variant, the RAM memory is increased by 3GB to 11GB with the update. The 6 GB model can expand the RAM by 1 GB to 7 GB. Infinix Note 11 4GB + 64GB option will increase the RAM by 1GB to 5GB.
Infinix Note 11 series can now expand virtual RAM between 1 GB and 3 GB
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Infinix is rolling out the software-based change as an over-the-air (OTA) update for both the Note 11 and Note 11S, and it will reach all users in the coming days. You can find the update on your phone by going to . to go Settings > System > System update > Online update.
The feature will take effect automatically when RAM is not enough to ensure smooth performance, the company said. This means that users cannot manually enable settings on their phones to access the RAM change.
It is important to mention that Infinix is not the only smartphone manufacturer to offer expanded RAM on its new phones. Companies like Realme, Samsung, Vivo and Xiaomi have provided similar features on their phones to use the built-in storage as RAM.
Infinix Note 11 and Note 11S were launched in India last month. Both phones come with triple rear cameras and 5,000 mAh batteries.
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