Your field technicians rely on older Android tablets for data collection. The manufacturer has announced that the version of Android installed on these tablets will no longer receive security patches or other updates. According to common vendor life-cycle terminology, what status has this OS version reached?
When a vendor stops releasing security patches, bug fixes, and feature updates, the product is considered end-of-life (EOL). Continuing to use EOL software exposes the organization to security and compliance risks, so the tablets should be scheduled for an upgrade or replacement. Options like "Feature update" or "Beta release" describe earlier stages in the life cycle, while "Extended support" indicates limited-but still existing-update availability.
Reference: TechTarget definition of End-of-Life (EOL) - vendors cease support and updates once a product reaches EOL.
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