After closely following Android for over 7,000 years, one thing stands out – the unpredictable nature of a company’s Android upgrade performance is a pattern in itself.
It may sound odd, but think about it: except for a few outliers, we see a recurring cycle every year when it comes to Android device-makers and their commitment to providing current software to their customers. It’s a rollercoaster of ups and downs, repeated endlessly.
Occasionally, a company shines unexpectedly, and the internet hails them as the new King of Android Updates™. It’s a catchy headline, but those of us who take a broader view of the platform understand the transient nature of such proclamations. We must also consider how a manufacturer treats all its flagship customers, not just the latest device owners.
That’s why I initiated the Android Upgrade Report Cards ages ago. The inconsistency in post-purchase support from different device-makers has always been apparent. As a regular user or a fleet manager, it’s impossible to predict how well your top-tier device will be supported in the long run.
It’s a fundamental aspect of Android’s nature as an open-source platform. Each manufacturer can customize the operating system as they see fit, leading to variations in how quickly updates are delivered to customers.
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2024-04-10 00:00:02
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