One UI 9 will be my Galaxy S23's last update; I'm waiting to see if it's worth the pain

Samsung’s One UI 9 will be the Galaxy S23’s final major OS update, underscoring how quickly device lifecycles can end and how software decisions now shape user experience as much as hardware refresh cycles. The article highlights a strategic tension for IT organizations: AI-first mobile features may add value for some users, but they can also increase bloat, battery drain, and performance issues on older devices, making phased rollout, compatibility testing, and fleet segmentation critical for productivity and support costs.