Motorola, the fourth-largest smartphone manufacturer in the U.S., has been improving its Android update game, even though it’s not the fastest at pushing out updates. YTECHB recently released a list of Motorola smartphones that are expected to receive Android 16 based on promises made by the company. 
Let’s break down which models are likely to get the latest Android update.
Motorola’s budget models, like those in the Moto G series, typically receive one to two major Android updates, plus two to three years of bi-monthly security patches. However, if these phones were released late in an Android version’s lifecycle, they may only get one update. Moving up the ladder, mid-range phones like the Moto Edge series usually get two to three years of major Android updates and three to four years of security patches. As for flagship models-such as the Moto Edge+, Razr foldables, and the ThinkPhone-Motorola typically promises three major Android updates and four years of bi-monthly security updates. A standout here is the Moto Edge 50 Neo, which has been promised five years of both Android and security updates.
Let’s take a walk down memory lane. Do you remember when Motorola was leading the charge with Android updates? The DROID, launched in 2009, was the first real challenger to the iPhone, running Android 2.0 Eclair. It was groundbreaking at the time, introducing features like free turn-by-turn navigation via Google Maps. The DROID helped kick off Android mania, showing the world that the iPhone could be successfully challenged.
However, Motorola eventually lost its momentum, and much like HTC and LG, it found it tough to outpace Samsung in the U.S. After focusing on the budget smartphone sector, Motorola has been trying to reclaim a place in the premium market, even launching flagship foldables like the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025). But enough about that-you’re probably wondering if your Motorola phone will be getting Android 16. Well, here’s the list you’ve been waiting for.
Motorola Models Expected to Receive Android 16:
Motorola Edge Series:
- Motorola Edge 2025
- Motorola Edge 60 Pro
- Motorola Edge 60
- Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
- Motorola Edge 60 Stylus
- Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro
- Motorola Edge 50 Neo
- Motorola Edge 50 Fusion
- Motorola Edge 50
- Motorola Edge 40 Pro
Motorola Razr Series:
- Motorola Razr+ 2024
- Motorola Razr 2025
- Motorola Razr+ 2025
- Motorola Razr Ultra 2025
- Motorola Razr 60
- Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
- Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
- Motorola Razr 50
Motorola G Series:
- Moto G Power 2025
- Moto G 2025
- Motorola G Stylus 2025
- Moto G56
- Moto G86
- Moto G86 Power
- Moto G85
- Moto G75
- Moto G55
ThinkPhones:
- ThinkPhone 25 by Motorola
While these models are the most likely candidates for Android 16, there are others-such as the Razr 2024, Moto G35, and Moto G15-that might also get the update. However, Motorola has not confirmed when these updates will roll out. It’s safe to assume that newer models, like the Moto Edge 60 line, will get Android 16 before older models like the Motorola Edge 40 Pro.
Remember, this list is unofficial, based on Motorola’s update policy and promises made at the time of the phone’s release. Hopefully, your Motorola phone is on the list!