Android 13 Has Arrived: All Samsung Phones May Not Get It
The Samsung Galaxy S22 lineup.
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If you have a recent Samsung phone, like the?Galaxy S22 Ultra or Galaxy A53 5G, you don’t have to worry about its software feeling outdated anytime soon. That’s because?Samsung has committed to offering four generations of Android operating system upgrades for the Galaxy S21 and later models. Samsung is even ahead of Google in this regard when it comes to software support.
Android OS updates are important because they bring new features and functionality to your phone. Android 13, which launched on Aug. 15, will roll out to Samsung devices in the fall. The software introduces changes like updates to Google Wallet and end-to-end encryption for group chats. (Here’s every new Android 13 feature we know of so far.) Those who want to try the software now can check out the beta version of Android 13.?
But there’s another reason why software upgrades are so critical: security. Updates typically include bug fixes and security patches, so it’s a good idea to install them soon after they become available. In addition to offering four years of Android OS upgrades, Samsung will also provide five years of security updates for the Galaxy S21 and later. The company also rolls out periodic security updates for older devices, including those that are no longer upgradable to new Android versions.
Samsung also customizes Google’s Android software with its own interface known as One UI. Phones that are eligible for Android operating system upgrades also typically get the latest version of this software. Check out the list of Samsung devices that support the newest iteration of One UI.?
Check out the tables below to see how long Samsung will provide Android OS updates to your phone.?
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Samsung Galaxy S and Note phones
The Galaxy S22 Ultra.
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Software updates for Samsung Galaxy S and Note phones
| Phone | Software support | Android version at launch |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy S22 series | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 12 |
| Galaxy S21 series | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 11 |
| Galaxy S20 series | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy S10 series | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 9 (S10 Lite launched with Android 10) |
| Galaxy Note 20 series | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy Note 10 series | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 9 (Note 10 Lite launched with Android 10) |
Samsung Galaxy Z and Fold phones
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 3.
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Software updates for Samsung foldables
| Phone | Software support | Android version at launch |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy Z Flip 3 | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 11 |
| Galaxy Z Flip/Flip 5G | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy Z Fold 3 | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 11 |
| Galaxy Z Fold 2 | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy Fold | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 9 |
Samsung Galaxy A phones?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 5G.
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Software updates for Samsung Galaxy A phones
| Phone | Software support | Android version at launch |
|---|---|---|
| Galaxy A53 5G | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 12 |
| Galaxy A33 5G | Four years of Android OS upgrades, five years of security updates | Android 12 |
| Galaxy A71/A71 5G | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy A52/52 5G | Three years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 11 |
| Galaxy A51/51 5G | Two years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 10 |
| Galaxy A13/A13 5G | Two years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 11 (A13 5G); Android 12 (A13) |
| Galaxy A12 | Two years of Android OS upgrades, four years of security updates | Android 11 |