Motorola is jumping into the Android 16 update game, delivering the latest software to select devices in its Edge series. Owners of the Edge 60 Pro, Edge 60 Fusion, and Edge 50 Pro can look forward to experiencing the new features and improvements.
Motorola Rolls Out Android 16 Update to Edge Series
The update season is in full swing. Following Samsung’s rollout of One UI 8, built upon Android 16, and Google’s own release a couple of months ago, Motorola is now distributing Android 16 to several of its Edge series smartphones. This announcement, made on October 8th, includes the Edge 60 Pro, Edge 60 Fusion, and Edge 50 Pro.
What You Need to Know
- Motorola has begun the Android 16 update process for the Edge 60 Pro, Edge 60 Fusion, and Edge 50 Pro.
- The focus of the update is on simplicity, security, and connectivity, highlighted by features like Notification Auto Grouping.
- Instant Hotspot, a revamped user interface, and in-depth battery and device health statistics are also included.
Motorola is emphasizing its dedication to delivering timely software updates with this release, despite not always being the earliest to provide major Android updates.
What’s New in Motorola’s Android 16 Update?
According to Motorola, this Android 16 update prioritizes “simplicity, security, and connectivity.” One notable addition is Notification Auto Grouping, which intelligently bundles similar alerts from the same app to prevent notification overload.
The Instant Hotspot feature lets users activate a hotspot on their Motorola phone directly from an Android tablet or Chromebook when logged into the same Google account. Motorola also states that the user interface and system settings have been refreshed.
Expanded battery insights are another key addition, providing users with detailed information on battery health, device diagnostics, and component health monitoring.
The Android 16 update also introduces support for Modes such as Sleeping, Driving, and Working. Users will also have quick access to Advanced Protection settings, enabling them to use anti-theft tools and identity checks directly from the Settings app.
Currently, the Android 16 update is limited to the three Edge series devices. Motorola has not yet announced plans to expand the update to other flagship models like the Moto Razr Ultra, or budget-friendly Moto G series phones, but further rollouts are expected soon.
