The vivo Y12i (released 2019–2020 in many markets) received firmware updates and custom ROM activity through 2021. Firmware here refers to the device’s official stock software (Funtouch OS based on Android) or third-party builds used for fixes, security updates, and feature changes.
If you are looking to flash the device or restore it to stock firmware, vivo does not host direct download links for global users as openly as some other manufacturers. However, updates are distributed through two main channels:
To check what version is currently running on a vivo Y12i (2021): vivo y12i firmware 2021
Example Version String: PD2033GF_EX_A_6.71.15
If you’ve forgotten your screen lock and cannot access recovery mode, re-flashing the stock firmware is a hard reset alternative. The vivo Y12i (released 2019–2020 in many markets)
The Y12i retains the classic Vivo design language of the 2019-2020 era. It features a plastic body with a glossy finish that attracts fingerprints but feels relatively premium for the price point.
Notable Omission: This was one of the few phones released in this cycle that still used a micro-USB port for charging, which felt outdated even by budget standards in 2021. Example Version String: PD2033GF_EX_A_6
In the crowded budget smartphone market, the Vivo Y12i was positioned as a device focused on two specific selling points: a massive battery and a dual-SIM dual-standby experience. By 2021, with the release of firmware updates based on Android 11, the device aimed to stay relevant against aggressive competitors like Xiaomi and Realme. This review evaluates how the device held up during that specific software cycle.