LG Phone Users Face Critical Update Deadline as Servers Set to Shut Down
LG mobile phone users have until June 30th, 2025, to download their final Android updates before the company permanently shuts down its update servers, marking the definitive end of LG's smartphone era. This closure follows the company's exit from the mobile phone business in 2021.
Critical Update Window for LG Device Owners
The impending server shutdown affects multiple LG smartphone models, including the Velvet, Wing, and G- and V- series phones released from 2019 onwards. As networks continue to evolve with advanced 5G capabilities replacing older networks, these devices were promised three years of Android updates following LG's departure from the smartphone market, with eligible phones receiving security patches and upgrades to either Android 12 or 13, depending on the model.
While existing LG phones will continue to function after the server shutdown, users will no longer have access to:
- Security updates and patches
- Operating system upgrades
- LG Bridge PC software services
- File and contact transfer capabilities
- Backup and device restoration features
Impact on Users and Security Implications
The closure of LG's update servers represents more than just a technical milestone. It raises significant security concerns for users who continue to rely on LG devices. Without ongoing security patches, these phones may become increasingly vulnerable to emerging cyber threats. For businesses especially, implementing robust mobile device management solutions becomes crucial during this transition period.
"When LG exited the smartphone industry, it promised existing customers extended support, and the company has actually maintained its update servers longer than initially promised," says Android Authority, which first spotted the end-of-service announcement. According to The Verge, this marks one of the longest support periods offered by a departing smartphone manufacturer.
Essential User Actions and Security Considerations
To maintain optimal mobile device security and protect sensitive data, LG phone owners should take several important steps before the June 30th deadline:
- Download and install all available updates
- Back up important data using LG Bridge software
- Back up important data using LG Bridge software
- Plan for eventual transition to a new smartphone
The shutdown of LG's mobile services marks the final chapter in the company's smartphone journey, which ended in 2021 after years of declining market share and increasing competition from other manufacturers.
This development serves as a cautionary tale about the lifecycle of technology products and the importance of manufacturer support in maintaining device security and functionality.
