All articles tagged with #device longevity
Originally Published 3 months ago — by WIRED
Google's free ChromeOS Flex allows users to repurpose aging laptops into Chromebooks, extending their useful life by providing a lightweight and efficient operating system, especially when traditional software updates are no longer available.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
The average lifespan of smartphones is around 2.5 years, with bigger brands like Apple and Samsung having longer lifespans. To determine your phone's end of life (EOL) date, you can check the manufacturer's information on the original box or within the phone's settings. Alternatively, you can use websites like "end of life date" to find EOL dates and lifecycles for various devices. Using a phone past its EOL date can pose security risks as manufacturers no longer provide security updates, leaving the device vulnerable to hackers. It is important to ensure your phone is safe and secure or consider upgrading to a newer device.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Komando
The average lifespan of smartphones is around 2.5 years, with bigger brands like Apple and Samsung having longer lifespans. It is important to use devices that receive current security updates to ensure the safety of your digital life. You can find your phone's expiration date by checking the manufacture date on the original box or within the phone's settings. Alternatively, you can use the website endoflife.date to search for your phone's end-of-life date and see if it is still supported by the manufacturer. Using a phone past its expiration date can leave you vulnerable to security risks and hacking.