May 2026, Update for iQOO Z9

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Hi iQOO Questers,


Good news! iQOO Z9 is getting a new update via OTA for the month of May.


Here is the complete changelog below


Version found: PD2346CF_EX_A_16.2.14.3.W30

Android version :16

Size: 455 MB


System

  • Updated to the May 2026 Google security patch to improve system security
  • Optimised system performance, stability, and smoothness
  • Optimised the pre-loading logic to increase app launch speed
  • Optimised the UI display of some apps
  • Fixed the occasional issue where some apps are not displayed properly in small window mode in some scenarios
  • Fixed the occasional issue where features do not work properly in some apps in split-screen mode

Multimedia

  • Optimised the audio parameters to improve sound quality in some app scenarios

Input method

  • Fixed the occasional issue where the input method cannot be brought up in some scenarios

Notes:

1. This upgrade will not delete or modify your usage data, but it is still recommended that you back up your data before the upgrade.

2. During the upgrade, extra power will be consumed and the device temperature will briefly rise a little. It is recommended that a charger be connected. After the upgrade, the temperature will quickly return to normal.

3. Installation packages will be automatically deleted after the upgrade is completed. They do not take up device storage space or affect the running speed of the device.

4. After the upgrade, when the device is being charged and idle, the system will be deeply optimized in the background to improve the user experience, during which the temperature and power consumption may briefly increase. The optimization may take about one hour

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