Motorola is gradually upgrading more devices to Android 16. The latest to join the party are Edge 50 Pro and the more affordable Moto G Power (2025). The upgrade brings changes throughout the system, including a more expressive design, better protection against malicious apps, stability improvements, and better connectivity with low-energy audio hearing aids, and custom modes within Settings.
The Android 16 update for the Motorola Edge 50 Pro has been spotted in India with the firmware version W1UM36H.19-13-4. It has a download size of about 1.51GB. The update could also be rolling out to Edge 50 Pro users in other regions. So, if you have this phone, head over to Settings > System > Advanced > System updates and tap Check for updates to see if it’s available.
For the Moto G Power (2025), the Android 16 update is rolling out in the US, as confirmed via the company’s support page. According to Ytechb, the update is available for both the retail unlocked variant and carrier-locked models (T-Mobile and Verizon). The update has the firmware version W1VE36H.10-12 and weighs about 1.5GB in size. Verizon confirms that the update also upgrades the monthly security patch level to August 2025.
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What’s new in Android 16 for Edge 50 Pro and Moto G Power (2025)
Both Motorola smartphones get a more expressive design, better protection against malicious apps, more transparent background activities, and better compatibility with LE Audio devices after upgrading to Android 16. There are more changes to this upgrade that aren’t mentioned in the changelog.
The Android 16 update from Motorola 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.
Users can now 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.
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