If you want to use custom ROMs in the future, do not buy a device powered by a Mediatek chipset.
The devices we choose to support are entirely at our own discretion, and will change according to various circumstances. Generally speaking, we only support devices with all of the following characteristics: Is a standard phone (not a foldable/flip or a tablet). Is powered by a Qualcomm...
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We have launched a community-funded initiative to support select MediaTek Dimensity devices. The details are in the "About" section of the Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/xiaomieu/about
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I've already regretted 10,000 times that I bought the device from a media library.
Thanks for the reply, I didn't know about the subscription program, I'll consider this option.