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> I am continually astonished at folks who expect OS and/or security updates past a few years How many is “a few” to you? Many people finance their phones thr
by LeafItAlone 3y ago
> I am continually astonished at folks who expect OS and/or security updates past a few years
How many is “a few” to you?
Many people finance their phones through carrier deals that last three years. It should at least be supported that long.
And why not expect longer? To an outsider looking in, the software isn’t changing that much. I still have a messaging app, a browser, a camera app - that all basically haven’t changed their core functionality in the time I’ve had my device.
Just like computers, I think there is a correlation between price and expected support.
If I’m paying $1,500 for an iPhone 15 Pro, I am doing so with the expectation that in 5 years it will be supported.
If I am paying $100 for a cheap Android, my expectations are lower.