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The Galaxy S8 and Note 8 are almost 10 years old, but just got a surprise update
Android Authority • • technology
Key Points:
- Samsung has released a surprise update for the Galaxy S8, Galaxy S8 Plus, and Galaxy Note 8 smartphones, which were originally launched in 2017 and last updated in 2022.
- The update, available since June 11 on Verizon in the US, includes performance optimizations and stability improvements to enhance overall device operation.
- Despite the new update, the phones remain on security patches from 2021, indicating limited ongoing support.
- This unexpected update parallels Apple's recent decision to update the 10-year-old iPhone 5s to maintain functionality for key apps like FaceTime and iMessage.
