Getting longer software updates is becoming a big deal for smartphone users. People want their phones to stay up-to-date with the latest features and security improvements. Samsung understands this and has taken the lead by offering extended support for many of its devices.In 2022, Samsung announced that select phones and tablets would receive four generations of Android OS updates and five years of security patches. This means you can use your Galaxy device for years without worrying about missing new features. Models from the Galaxy S, Z, A, M, F, and Tab series are all part of this promise.

Samsung Devices Eligible for Four Android OS Updates

Galaxy S Series:

• Galaxy S23, S23+, S23 Ultra, S23 FE
• Galaxy S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S21, S21+, S21 Ultra, S21 FE

Galaxy Z Series:

• Galaxy Z Fold 5, Z Flip 5
• Galaxy Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4
• Galaxy Z Fold 3, Z Flip 3

Galaxy A Series:

• Galaxy A73 5G, A55 5G, A54 5G
• Galaxy A53 5G, A35 5G, A34 5G
• Galaxy A33 5G, A25 5G, A24, A15 (LTE/5G)

Galaxy M Series:

• Galaxy M55 5G, M55s 5G
• Galaxy M54 5G, M35 5G, M34 5G

Galaxy F Series:

• Galaxy F55 5G, F54 5G, F34 5G, F15 5G

Galaxy Tab Series:

• Galaxy Tab S9, S9+, S9 Ultra, S9 FE, S9 FE+
• Galaxy Tab S8, S8+, S8 Ultra

Galaxy XCover Series:

• Galaxy XCover 7, XCover 6 Pro

These devices will receive four major Android OS updates from the version they were launched with. For some, Android 15 will be their final update.Samsung stands out as one of the best brands for software updates. While other Android companies limit updates to expensive models, Samsung offers this benefit even on budget-friendly devices like the Galaxy A16 5G.