I finally had to upgrade after 5.5 years because software support was lagging for the version of Android I was on.
this post was submitted on 11 Jul 2023
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I buy a new phone anytime a new innovation comes out. I ordered the Google pixel on day 1 and am loving it.
Every year no.... Every two maybe, most stop receiving updates after the 2 years, except for some brands and maybe top models...
Nowadays it's slightly better as usually there is a couple more years of security updates but that's it.
Of course if there is scene and you can get some custom ROM like lineage or similar it is slightly better.... But honestly most phones nowadays are locked down.
Each year new products & models are launching, so that those in need of it can aquire them. These companies are delivering OS updates for these smartphones so they last longer as realistically possible.
If when yours is broken or far too old, then you should consider aquiring this year's model. So that you can use something that is compatible with studies, work, activities etc.
Obviously each individual/ family/ organization does their own analysis regarding if there is a need or desire to aquire said products. Also what for.
I usually break my phone within 12-18 months because they're so damn cheaply made. Why so much glass?
If I could go back to a Treo600 I would do it in a hot second, that was a great phone. I had it for years, it was mostly plastic that I beat up quite a bit, but they use gsm bands that aren't supported anymore.
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Still using my moto g40 since 2021 , don't think I will be needing a new phone for few more years . Might install lineage os to get that latest Android version
My Galaxy S8 had a lot of annoying problems both on stock ROM and Lineage OS. After three years I switched to Zenfone 8 and so far I am satisfied. The battery life is crap though, especially after updating to Android 13. I'm considering a downgrade if it's even possible
The camera technology advances significantly every year, so it really matters if youβre a photographer.
Beware of your phone going out of support and losing security updates. Android manufacturers tend to drop devices after 2-4 years, Apple after 4-5.
I only upgrade my phone when it starts to lag and slow down. My last phone I replaced the battery when the life started dropping.
You do it to give Samsung or Motorola or Google or apple or Amazon your money every year, obviously
To keep our corporate overlords in their elegant fineries. DUH-HOY
Many people upgrade every year because of perceived obsolescence.