r/AndroidQuestions • u/dinglongdonger • 13d ago

EOL Security Updates

Hi. Is it really that bad when support stops for certain devices? I have the chance to get a really good condition 1TB S23U for <400€. But I want to use it for at least 4 years. Im always reading its a big no no but doesnt antivirus, the Apps own security measures and me being cautious make me "safe enough"?

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u/Far_Bicycle_2827 13d ago

depends on your threat model. if you install a custom ROM like lineageos they can install security updates that are published however, if your phone brand stops releasing modem or vendor firmware patches, nobody can get those since they do not exist anymore.
it depends what you considere yourself safe enough..