Samsung has officially ended software support for its Galaxy S21 series. The company rolled out the January 2026 security patch. This marks the last scheduled update for the Galaxy S21, S21+ and S21 Ultra. The Samsung Galaxy S21 series was launched in early 2021 and has now completed five years of promised software and security updates. This means users will no longer receive monthly or quarterly patches or any new Android or One UI versions.
Samsung’s New Update Policy
Samsung has improved its update policy for newer models. The latest Galaxy S24 series, for instance, comes with up to seven years of software and security updates. This marks a major step up from the S21 series’ five-year plan. Moreover, the Galaxy S21 FE, launched a year later, would continue to receive updates for some more time.
What It Means for Galaxy S21 Users
The phones will continue to function normally. However, without new security updates, they may gradually become more vulnerable to threats. Users can still enjoy existing features, but Samsung’s official update cycle for the series has ended.
Those looking for continued updates may consider upgrading to newer Galaxy models that offer extended software support.
The above update reflects Samsung’s broader effort to align with global standards in software longevity. For more details, users can visit the Samsung official support page.
