Motorola isn’t a reputable brand when it comes to software updates, but it was able to release the Android 16 update well ahead of many major brands, including Vivo, Oppo, and Xiaomi. The stable rollout began last month with the Motorola Edge 60 Pro and Edge 50 Fusion, and now the update is available for more smartphones.
The Edge 60 Fusion and Moto G (2025) are the company’s latest phones to receive the Android 16 update. The update for the Edge 60 Fusion is rolling out in India with the firmware version W1VC36H.14-10-1 and has a download size of about 1.5GB. The update might also be available in other regions.
As for the budget-friendly Moto G (2025), the Android 16 update is currently limited to T-Mobile carrier-locked phones. It carries the firmware version W1VK36H.9-12 and weighs 1.44GB in download size. Motorola will hopefully not take too long to bring it to other carriers and markets.
If you have either of the two Motorola phones, go to Settings > System > Advanced > System updates and tap Check for updates to see if the update is available.
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What’s new in Android 16 for Motorola phones?
The update changelog remains the same for both phones. According to that, the update includes a more expressive design, better protection against malicious apps, more transparent background activities, and better compatibility with LE Audio devices.
Additionally, the Android 16 update for Motorola phones introduces custom modes within the Settings app, allowing users to create modes tailored to various situations. Additionally, the Do Not Disturb, Bedtime, and Driving modes have been moved to Settings > Modes.
After upgrading to Android 16, you can connect to a Wi-Fi or hotspot with a single tap, without needing to enter the password. The only condition is that both devices must use the same Google account. The update also includes security enhancements, app compatibility improvements, smoother performance, and resolves known issues.
Motorola has also improved integration with low-energy audio hearing aids. During a call, users can choose to use your hearing aid’s built-in microphone or your phone’s microphone. They can also adjust the volume of ambient sound captured by the hearing aid’s microphones. According to Motorola, this should result in enhanced call clarity, especially in noisy environments or when the hearing aid’s battery is running low.
In short, the Android 16 update for Motorola devices doesn’t include many visual upgrades, groundbreaking features, or extensive customizations. It only includes several quality-of-life improvements that improve the software experience and integration with low-energy audio hearing aids.
If the update isn’t available on your Motorola phone, visit our Android 16 section regularly to know when it’s time for you to hit the update button. You can also join our Telegram channel for instant updates about the latest happenings in tech.
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