End of an Era
A huge mobile brand is preparing to finally close at the end of June. Users now have less than 30 days to take measures if they want to receive the last update for their phones.
History of LG
LG announced in 2021 that it would be closing its smartphone division. The first Android phone was published more than 15 years ago, although LG’s roots in mobile decline even further. LG once held the crown as the third-best mobile brand in the world. However, the South Korean tech giant struggled to keep up with new rivals, including Samsung.
Closure of Mobile Business
Despite the closure, the company continued to provide important Android updates for existing users, with bosses signing off on a three-year commitment. However, this time has now expired, with the last update set to be released on June 30, marking the end of LG’s mobile business. Affected users will no longer be able to download or install Android updates after this date, making their devices more susceptible to cyber attacks.
Impact on Users
The company has urged users to update their software before June 30 to continue using services. After the termination date, users will no longer be able to use software upgrade services, and they will not be able to download standard applications that are deleted during initialization. The company’s last telephone product was the LG Wing 5G, which featured a unique two-display design with a floating screen.
End of an Era for LG Bridge
The last nail in LG’s coffin is also the end for the LG Bridge, software that enabled mobile users to update their devices via their PC. People have reacted with sadness to the end of LG’s mobile devices, with many taking to social media to share their memories and favorite LG phones.
Time to Upgrade
Security updates are a key part of keeping devices safe, and with experts from LG no longer plugging gaps discovered, hackers will be on the lookout to take advantage of them. The safest option is to upgrade to a newer handset. With LG’s cell phones no longer available to buy, and no software updates available, users are advised to consider upgrading to a new device to stay safe and secure.
