Many smartphone manufacturers have stepped up in terms of Android updates in recent years and not only improved the speed, but also the duration. Of course, the manufacturers do not earn any money with the updates directly, so that Nokia owner HMD should now try an interesting concept: The users should pay for longer Android security updates.
There is no real aftermarket for smartphones because, after the sale, the manufacturer can hardly make any money with the devices. No wonder that the upcoming Android updates in the following years were only run on the back burner – understandable from a short-term business administration perspective.
But at some point, the manufacturers noticed that the users resented the lousy update strategy and were looking for a different brand when buying a new one. As a result, many manufacturers (not all) have grown significantly today.
Nokia owner HMD has now come up with a new idea for Android: users will continue to receive the guaranteed security updates and should pay for an extension after the support has come up for further updates.
Sounds strange at first, but is quite common in other areas. Specifically, it is probably about the fourth year after the purchase, in which the smartphones normally no longer receive any updates. Anyone who opts for an “extended warranty” (I call it that, but it is not!) During the purchase can then count on the additional offer.
In the near future, this concept is to be tested in the Scandinavian countries and offered for the equivalent of around 30 euros including taxes. It remains to be seen whether the users will accept this and whether this extension of the deadline for the beloved device will actually cost as much again. Knowing that new features cannot be expected and that the purchase of a new device is coming into view.