: Support for Camera 2 API (level three) was enabled in various builds, and some users reported faster fingerprint sensor responses.
Improves battery life on the LCD panel and reduces eye strain.
: The update bumped the Camera 2 API to level three, allowing for better third-party camera app support, and updated security patches.
The release of the Android 10 kernel source code by ASUS was a pivotal moment that defined the legacy of the Max Pro M1. While the official firmware had its share of bugs, the availability of source code invigorated the custom development community (specifically on platforms like XDA Developers). Recognizing the limitations of the stock firmware, developers created Custom ROMs based on Android 10 (and later Android 11, 12, and 13) that often outperformed the official ASUS build. These community-driven efforts fixed the thermal throttling issues and improved camera performance, proving that the hardware was capable of much more than the official software allowed. Consequently, the Android 10 era transformed the Zenfone Max Pro M1 from a standard consumer device into a tinkerer's delight, extending its usable lifespan well beyond official support windows.