Android 13 upgrade

[WKFD]

Hello everyone,

I currently use galaxy note 20Ultra which is using android 13. Can I force a newer version of android on to my device? 

[Glenntech]

Theres probably a back end way of doing it
But you'd need to have some specialist knowledge to be able to do that without bricking the phone
Then you will have to trust whatever third party software you use.
Simple answer is no
But even if you could. Wether the phone would still operate well enough might be a thing.

Samsung has now sent out that last update for the Note 20 Ultra.
So the phones are not longer supported.

[johnz237]

Theres probably "a way" but I woudnt. Whats better- the device you have no or a bricked one?

Were not able to provide such info on the forums

[TheSponginator]

You could probably get lineageOS on it but I don't know how

[AndrewL]

@WKFD: Further to the above, Android 13 is the latest available software version for the Note20 Ultra, and you are not eligible to receive any further official software releases for this device. Installing unofficial third party software updates is not recommended, as this can lead to unexpected performance issues. 

[JAMES4578]

Hi @WKFD As mentioned it is not advisable to force an upgrade via unofficial means and is not always possible.  I notice you have labelled security,  the device also  no longer receives security updates which increases vulnerability.  https://www.androidpolice.com/samsung-galaxy-note-20-rides-off-into-sunset-after-5-years/

I would suggest considering a modern Device for your main Driver if in a position to do so,whether that be one of the latest S Devices  (S25,S24range)  or a higher end A Device such as the A56.