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this post was submitted on 11 Jul 2023
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The main reason to do it is when the manufacturer no longer releases security updates for the phone. Given the security history and the typical corporate attitude of caring little for the customer, I want to minimize the risk posed by not having a very out of date operating system.
You don’t need a new phone every year to get this.
Some manufacturers drop support after a few years. It's usually less frequent than every year but if you were worried about spyware or someone getting all those weird pictures you have saved to your camera roll it could make sense to upgrade for peace of mind.
“After a few years”. So if you have a few years why are you buying a new home every year?
Be honest with yourself. You’re addicted.
Wtf? Its a ridiculous BS situation that support is dropped so fast, but if you do anything remotely sensitive on your phone you should absolutely use a device receiving security support.
except even "short" support is two years, major companies like Samsung, Apple, and Google give 4+ years. The "gotta upgrade every year for security" is an excuse, not a reason.
Honestly just switch to a manufacturer that provides security updates for longer periods of time. My iPhone 5S, released nearly 10 years ago and is still getting them. Fairphone is another great example.