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Galaxy S21 Series reaching End of Support
The Galaxy S21, S21+, and S21 Ultra are receiving a new software update with the January 2026 security patch, which is likely to be their last.Samsung ended major OS updates for the series with One UI 7 in early 2025, and as the phones are now five years old, this security patch is expected to be the final one. While currently listed for quarterly updates, the series will likely be delisted next month (five years and one month after launch).
What S21 Users Should Do
* continued Use: The phones will still function after January 2026, but will be more vulnerable to security threats as they won’t receive further security patches.
* Upgrade Options: If security is a concern, users should consider upgrading to:
* A Galaxy S25 (possibly at a discount)
* Waiting for the Galaxy S26 (expected next month)
* A foldable phone like the Galaxy Z Flip 7 or Z Fold 7.
The article acknowledges that users who have reached this point have gotten excellent use out of their devices.