Samsung has brought an end to its software support for the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+, marking the closure of an era for these devices. Launched in 2019 with Android 9 as their foundation, the Note 10 series received subsequent updates to Android 10 in early 2020, followed by Android 11 in 2021, and finally Android 12 in late 2022. This means that users of the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ enjoyed three major Android OS updates during their lifespan.
On the security front, Samsung had been providing security updates for four years, with updates arriving on a quarterly basis. However, with the latest security update, the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ are bidding farewell to any further security enhancements. This decision, while expected, has implications for the ongoing usability and security of these once-flagship devices.
Despite this milestone, it’s worth noting that the Galaxy Note 10 and Note 10+ remain functional and capable devices for everyday use. Nevertheless, they now face an increased vulnerability to security risks due to the cessation of security updates. For users concerned about the security of their devices, this may serve as a reminder to consider upgrading to a newer Samsung smartphone that benefits from the company’s extended software support.
It’s important to highlight that Samsung’s commitment to five years of software support, introduced in 2022, applies to newer flagship devices, extending back to the Galaxy Note 20. Unfortunately, the Galaxy Note 10 series falls just short of this extended support window, leaving them with a four-year lifespan for security updates.
In a slight contrast, the Galaxy Note 10 Lite, introduced in January 2020, is set to continue receiving security support from Samsung until 2024. However, it’s unlikely to receive any further Android OS updates, reflecting the company’s evolving approach to software support.
