The update process is manual and requires moving the firmware file to the device's root directory.

When the Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 (model X00TD) launched, it was hailed as the undisputed king of budget smartphones. Boasting a massive 5,000mAh battery, stock Android experience, and a Snapdragon 636 processor, it offered incredible value. However, the device’s lifespan was defined by a tumultuous relationship with software updates.