Samsung offers seven years of software updates to its flagship Galaxy phones, a commitment that puts it in a league of its own. Only Google matches its update support policy, though the Pixel maker sells far fewer devices than Samsung. With seven years of Android OS, One UI, and security updates, the Korean firm has set a new standard in the industry. It shows that longevity and user satisfaction are at the forefront of its strategy.
This extended support is a game-changer for users who do not switch phones every few years. Regular feature updates and security patches ensure the smooth functioning of their Galaxy phone for several years. However, the extended policy doesn’t apply to all Galaxy phones. Galaxy S and Z series flagship models launched in 2024 and later are eligible for seven years of updates. Below is the full list of supported devices. We regularly update this article to add eligible new models to the list.
Galaxy phones eligible for seven years of Android OS, One UI, and security updates
Samsung announced the new update policy during the Galaxy S24 launch in January. It said all three Galaxy S24 models would receive Android OS, One UI, and security updates for seven years. Introduced with Android 14 onboard, the new flagships will pick up new Android versions till Android 21, which should arrive sometime in 2030. During this time, the devices will receive new One UI feature updates alongside the Android goodies from Google.
Moreover, Samsung will regularly push security patches to plug various vulnerabilities, ensuring the safety and security of your data. While the company doesn’t offer this extended update policy to the Galaxy S23 or older models, it did bring its foldables under the same umbrella starting with the Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Galaxy Z Flip 6. So, below are the five Galaxy devices eligible for seven years of feature and security updates as of August 2024.
- Galaxy S24
- Galaxy S24+
- Galaxy S24 Ultra
- Galaxy Z Fold 6
- Galaxy Z Flip 6
All subsequent Galaxy S series flagships and Galaxy Z series foldables should receive seven years of updates. The Fan Edition lineup, meanwhile, isn’t eligible for the new policy, at least not just yet. Samsung is preparing to launch the Galaxy S24 FE soon. We should get an official confirmation at its launch. We will update the article accordingly.
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