Samsung has officially concluded software support for the Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra, signifying the closure of a chapter for the legendary Note series. The August 2025 security patch served as the last update for these devices, leaving them on Android 13 with One UI 5.1. This decision was expected since the Note 20 series, introduced in 2020 with Android 10, had already undergone three significant OS upgrades before shifting to security updates exclusively. Even with the cessation of official support, numerous fans indicate their plans to keep using their Note 20 devices, valuing features like microSD expansion that newer models do not offer. The Note series, recognized for its S Pen integration, has been followed by the Galaxy S Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold models, though the latter does not feature a built-in stylus slot. The discontinuation of the Note brand following the Note 20 signifies the end of an important era in Samsung’s smartphone narrative.
