Honor Commits to 7 Years of Android Updates for Magic Series Phones in the EU and UK

Honor has confirmed that its entire Magic series lineup will receive up to 7 years of Android updates in the EU and UK, marking a firm commitment to long-term software support, ongoing security patches, and sustained value for device owners.

The announcement came during the launch of the Honor Magic V6 foldable in Malaysia. Honor stated that the full Magic series – including foldable models – will qualify for this extended support window in the EU and UK, with the Magic 7 Pro expected to be among the first devices to benefit.

The move pushes Honor beyond what many brands currently offer. While five to six years of software support has become the benchmark for flagship Android phones, Honor is now exceeding that standard – at least in these two markets. The 7-year commitment also aligns with the EU’s Circular Economy and Ecodesign regulations, which are designed to reduce the environmental impact of discarded electronics by extending device longevity.

It’s worth noting that the policy isn’t universal. Honor has confirmed the 7-year update commitment specifically for EU and UK customers; users in Malaysia, Singapore, and other markets appear to be on a different plan, likely capped at 6 years of major OS updates.

Under the new policy, both regular Magic smartphones and foldable devices will receive 7 years of major Android OS updates alongside security rollouts and system improvement patches – putting them on par with Samsung’s Galaxy S series and Google’s Pixel lineup in terms of long-term support.

The Honor Magic V6, which launched in Malaysia and Singapore via pre-orders last week, is now heading toward European markets.