#software-support

#software-support

Honor expands support for Magic devices to seven years of major Android updates and security updates, addressing sustainability and device lifecycle.

This initiative places Honor among the top brands globally for software support.

LG is shutting down its update servers for phones by June 30, 2025.

Users are advised to download updates before the deadline.

Microsoft 365 apps will lose support on Windows 10 after October 14, 2025, pushing users towards Windows 11.

Microsoft is aggressively pushing Windows 10 users to buy new PCs and upgrade to Windows 11 before official support ends.

Microsoft is actively encouraging Windows 10 users to upgrade to Windows 11 before support ends in October 2025.

Microsoft 365 apps will cease support on Windows 10 after mid-October, urging users to upgrade to Windows 11 for continued reliability.

"Deprecation" indicates a future removal, urging users to prepare, rather than signaling an immediate end.

Windows 10 is currently still receiving development support despite misunderstandings regarding its deprecation.

Planned obsolescence in technology can leave users vulnerable when hardware is unable to support new software updates.

Linux distributions offer alternatives for users with older hardware facing end-of-life software support.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 series offers extensive software support with upgrades reaching Android 22 for the standard and Android 23 for Enterprise Editions.

Entry-level phones like Samsung's Galaxy A16 5G now offer unprecedented 6 years of software support, surpassing many flagship models' upgrade cycles.

Samsung ended software support for Galaxy A51 5G, A41, and M01, no further updates are available.

Google offers an unprecedented seven years of software support for Pixel smartphones, setting a high standard that contrasts sharply with its three-year support for smartwatches.

Asus Zenfone 12 Ultra suffers from poor sales due to high price, limited updates, and lack of standout features.

Smart device manufacturers may be violating the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act by not disclosing software support durations for their products.

89% of connected devices lack clear software support duration guidelines, risking consumer investment.

FTC highlights the importance of informed consumer choices regarding smart device longevity.

Many smart device users are unaware of the critical need for ongoing software updates and support.

Apple announces a minimum five-year software support window for iPhone 15 Pro Max, potentially exceeding beyond that.

The Motorola Edge 50 Pro has a solid front-facing camera but experiences sluggish performance during post-shot processing.

Despite good features, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro faces stiff competition from Google's Pixel series and other Android phones.

The Pixel 8a is designed for 7 years of software support with available replacement parts till 2030, yet battery replacement can be challenging.

The Pixel 8A offers enhanced display features, powerful AI capabilities, and an impressive seven-year software support which is unusual for a mid-range phone.