Samsung won't like what users think about software updates

Samsung’s Galaxy S22 series is not getting One UI 8.5, prompting broader questions about software update priorities. A recent poll of 1,749 voters found 50% saying they would not upgrade, 32% paying little attention to OS updates, 15% deeming updates non-negotiable, and 3% upgrading every year. The article notes that the practical expiration of support is tied to the end of security patches rather than feature updates. It also reflects a broader tension between marketing emphasis on software improvements and user priorities regarding device longevity and performance.