In my case Reolink are offering a discount on a new camera. However I'm not interested in giving Reolink money for a camera which will be supported for a short number of months.

I am still pushing them to reconsider their decision and maybe offer an updated firmware.

I have 7 RLC-410 or 410s cameras.
If the only option is to replace them to get support, I would rather go for a different supplier....
As if they drop support after only a couple of years, where will that leave us with the new models.
If they are dropping support, why not make it open source.

Agreed @Tank. Unfortunately it is confirmed by Reolink Support. The IPC_3816M won't be updated. I made it clear with Reolink Support that it is very disappointing that support is ended so soon; and that I won't be buying from Reolink again.

It's very disappointing if the IPC_3816M models will not be updated. Mine are less than 2 years old.