Software support

[Scott929]

Hi there just wondering why Samsung can't extend software support at the for galaxy s23 ultra we get 4 years of Android updates and 5 years security patches this phone can easily fun for another 2 more years of Android updates and 7 years of security patches 

[SamsungDeviceLiker]

Factors such as hardware affect the amount of software support the phone gets. And it's also a marketing strategy to get people to buy new phones.

[Dolgogi]

Hardware is a big factor, such as whether Qualcomm and other manufacturers are willing to offer extended driver support.