Google, Samsung, Motorola, Honor, and Fairphone now offer 7-year Android update commitments

Purchasing an Android phone now means a straight shot for 7 years of support. This is a massive leap forward for the longevity of flagship and mid-range phones. Long-term support by Google, Samsung, Motorola, Honor, and Fairphone means you don't need to upgrade every 2-3 years.

Major brands commit to seven years of software support

Instead, you can schedule your hardware purchase on a much longer schedule. This helps you save money in the long run.

Spec comparison

Leading the charge is Google with the Pixel 11. It starts at $899. It's equipped with Tensor G6 and runs Android 17.

Google promises 7 years of OS updates and security patches. Support will last until August 2033. Samsung is ready with the Galaxy S26 Ultra.

It costs $1,299. The phone uses a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip and features a 6.9-inch display. Samsung is also offering 7 years of updates. The phone will receive updates until Android 23.

Motorola now joins the long-term support club. They released the Signature model which also offers 7 years of updates. Support will last until early 2033.

It's the first Motorola phone to ever promise such a long period. Long-term support means OS updates and security patches. Honor is promising 7 years of support for the Magic V6 (foldable phone).

However, the 7-year support is only valid in the European Union and United Kingdom. The phone is priced at €2,299.99 for these regions.

Last but not least, Fairphone has the Gen 6+. The phone promises software updates until at least 2033. The phone debuted in August.

It's priced at €649 in Europe. They've recently opened the door for official purchase in the US. The affordable Pixel 10a also makes it to the 7 years club.

It starts at $499. It's arriving in March. You now have a variety of options and price ranges if you want to get a phone with long-term software stability.

Source: GIZMOCHINA