LG recently followed in the footsteps of companies like Nokia by exiting the smartphone market. While Nokia devices are still available through HMD Global, LG has not launched any new smartphones since it announced the closure of its mobile division and the sale of its related patents to companies like Oppo.
Earlier this month, LG revealed plans to shut down its update servers, a move that means owners of LG smartphones will not receive any updates in the future. The official shutdown is scheduled for June 30, 2025, offering some time for users to update their devices if needed.
Given that LG no longer operates a mobile division, it seems unlikely that the company will provide any further updates for its recent models, although there is still a possibility. LG’s Velvet smartphone was one of its last offerings.
The company had previously committed to providing a final major operating system update, which was Android 12, rolled out nearly four years ago. Since then, LG managed to keep many devices updated with security patches for an additional three years.
Consequently, from 2024 onwards, LG’s servers for Android updates have seen minimal use. The decision to shut them down appears logical given the circumstances and aligns with a recent warning issued by the company.
In an announcement on its forums, LG thanked its customers for their support and confirmed the closure of its mobile software upgrade services, including FOTA, the update center, and LG Bridge. All these services will cease on June 30, 2025, at 00:00 (Korea time, GMT +9).
While this is a significant announcement, it may not impact many users, as many LG customers likely transitioned to other smartphone brands shortly after LG’s exit from the market.