Last week, we polled users about the Android 15 update. Over 40% reported having it, but a significant portion (one-third) are still waiting, despite early rollouts in October for Pixel devices. Alarmingly, 20% of respondents have phones not eligible for the update, highlighting a trend where some newer devices miss out on extended software support. For instance, the Galaxy S20 series will no longer receive updates after five years. Many users prioritize having the latest OS, with half valuing timely releases. Vendor-specific Android versions influence perceptions of updates, yet most still desire the newest software without delays.
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<p>Last week, we inquired if your phone had received the Android 15 update yet. It's great to see that many users have, though it's not all perfect.</p>
<p>Over 40% of those who participated in our poll are currently using Android 15 on their devices—essentially, it's their manufacturer’s version of Android 15. However, about a third of respondents are still waiting, even though the initial updates began rolling out in October (primarily for Pixel devices).</p>
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<p>Alarmingly, 20%—one in five respondents—own devices that aren’t eligible for version 15. Extended software support has become a newer trend, leading some relatively recent phones to miss out on update cycles.</p>
<p>Take, for instance, the Galaxy S20 series from 2020, which will no longer receive any updates, including security patches. This concludes a 5-year support period. Current Galaxy models will receive updates for 6 years (covering OS updates and not just security patches) for mid-range devices, and 7 years for flagship models. This should hopefully decrease the number of users stuck with non-upgradable phones in the future—if the hardware remains functional, why not continue using it?</p>
<p>We also surveyed how much importance you place on having the latest OS version. It seems that you care significantly—this option was chosen by half of the respondents. Approximately a fifth of participants are willing to deal with slight delays, but it’s evident that timely releases matter.</p>
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<p>Then there are those with a more relaxed approach—some are just interested in the latest security updates, while others don't even prioritize that. Nonetheless, these groups are clearly in the minority.</p>
<p>We noted earlier the impact of vendor-specific Android versions. According to comments, these can significantly influence how people view the value of an OS update—some skins bring noticeable changes, while others seem almost indistinguishable.</p>
<p>This plays a role in how much users care about OS updates. Still, the majority desire the latest software and are eager to receive it—and soon, they’ll be anticipating Android 16.</p>
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