BETA Release of PlugOS 1.7.11

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PlugOS V1.7.11 is now available for all supported devices.
This is a BETA Version. please update at your own discretion according to your usage needs.

New features in this update require the latest client app to function properly. Please update your client to the newest version after completing the firmware update.

PlugOS Update Steps:
Step 1. Plug your PlugMate into the host device and boot into PlugOS.
Step 2. Open the PlugOS Settings app, navigate to System Update, then check for updates and install the available update.

If you encounter any issues during the update, or need further assistance,
please submit feedback via PlugOS Settings > Feedback, or send an email to: support@trustkernel.com

PlugOS Client Update Guide:

For Android Devices: V2.0.31 and above
Update or install the PlugOS app via Google Play,
or download it from:https://plugos.net/docs/index.html#download

*Users in Mainland China may download PlugOS from the Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo, or Huawei app stores.

For iOS Devices: V1.1.0 and above
Update or install the PlugOS app via the App Store.

For macOS & Windows Devices: (macOS_V1.5.4_Beta) (Windows_x64_V1.5.5_Beta)
Download the client from:https://plugos.net/docs/index.html#download

If you encounter any issues during the update, or need further assistance, please submit feedback via the Feedback function of the PlugOS Client or send an email to: support@trustkernel.com

Changelogs:

  1. Added Backup & Restore feature
    Access Backup & Restore in PlugOS Settings to back up files, folders, photos, apps (app data backup is not supported in this beta version), and system preferences. Data restoration from backup files is supported.
    Backups are stored with encryption, please securely store your custom password and mnemonic words to ensure recoverability.
    Backup files are saved on the host device; please preserve backup data when cleaning up host storage.
    Backups created on Device A can be restored to Device B with the correct password, enabling cross-device data migration.

  2. Added Import & Export feature
    A new Transfer app is added to support importing files, folders and media files from the host, and exporting files, folders, media files and apps to the host.
    Two operation modes are available: manual selection and sharing.

  3. Added screen rotation & tablet display mode
    Optimized for large-screen display on PCs with a tablet mode, delivering an enhanced desktop experience.

  4. Optimized physical keyboard input
    Supports physical keyboard input for the Android client; improved keyboard interaction on PCs. The on-screen keyboard is hidden by default during physical input (can be enabled manually if needed).

  5. Optimized Launcher compatibility
    Adapted for different display sizes across PCs, smartphones and tablets to improve visual experience.

  6. Optimized PlugOS Settings
    Improved OTA updates, network configuration, GPS settings and other core functions.

  7. Optimized network stability
    Enhanced network reliability when a VPN is enabled on the host.

  8. Optimized system stability
    Refined communication protocols between PlugOS and host devices; improved stability for factory reset and other system operations.

  9. Bug fixes:
    Resolved known issues reported by users and internal testing teams.

*Beta version may cause data loss,please back up all important data on your PlugMate before updating to the beta version.

Thanks!

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Thank you for the update. Data backup was an awaited feature for me unfortunatley I don’t see why this is better than the shared folder functionality that existed prior: it could be done before by zipping the files you wanted with a strong password and sharing it via shared folder.

Full plugos backup is something that is needed, personally I think you should focus on things that you can’t do with an ordinary phone. Many people whole life is on a phone, and losing it will take forever restoring and installing banking, goverment ids and other stuff that take ages to verify. Having an encrypted backup of that is something priceless.

I am waiting with enthusiasm the following things ( and I think others do too ):

  • Full hardware virtualization including IMEI
  • Full PlugOS backup
  • Linux client
  • Recent Android security patches ( the kernel i saw is updated but security patches remain in 2025 )

Looking forward!

Cheers,

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Thanks for your feedback and suggestions. These features will be optimized and added in future updates.

The Linux client is now in testing; the Beta build is coming soon.

Thanks!