We’re now keeping our phones longer between upgrades, which is why the guaranteed minimum support periods are extending across the board. It is clear that this update decision from Samsung will affect millions of users, and while three-monthly updates is better than no updates, it doesn’t help when there’s an urgent fix mid-cycle.

Many Samsung phone users are eagerly awaiting the update to One UI 7, which brings many improvements and new features. However, not everyone will get it, and the rest will have to patiently wait their turn.