According to SamMobile, Samsung’s Galaxy S20 FE has officially reached end-of-life status after launching in 2020. The phone that started the Fan Edition lineup won’t receive any more software updates, though some markets might get one final security patch. This comes as Samsung pushes owners toward newer models like the Galaxy S25 FE, which promises seven years of security updates.
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What this means for users
Here’s the thing – when a phone stops getting security updates, it becomes increasingly vulnerable. Think about all the personal data and accounts on your device. Banking apps, messages, photos – all that stuff becomes more exposed to new threats that emerge after support ends.
And honestly, four years of support isn’t terrible, but it’s not great either. Especially when you consider that Apple supports iPhones for way longer. But Samsung has gotten much better about this recently – the newer FE models get that seven-year promise, which is a huge improvement.
The upgrade dilemma
So what should S20 FE owners do? Basically, you’ve got a decision to make. Keep using a phone that’s becoming less secure over time, or upgrade. Samsung’s making the upgrade path pretty tempting with trade-in deals and storage promotions.
But here’s the real question – is your phone still working fine otherwise? The S20 FE was famously well-built, and many people might not feel the need to upgrade if performance is still decent. Security concerns versus device functionality – that’s the balancing act here.
Looking ahead
This end-of-life moment actually shows how far Samsung’s come. The company used to be criticized for short update cycles, but now they’re promising seven years for newer devices. That’s a massive shift in philosophy.
For the broader Android ecosystem, this is becoming the new normal. Mid-range phones getting longer support cycles, trade-in programs becoming more aggressive – it’s all part of the push toward more sustainable upgrade cycles. If you’re ready to move on from your S20 FE, check out what Samsung.com has to offer in your region.
