Motorola Razr 2025 Series Receives Android 16 Update – Initial Rollout Reports Indicate Bugs

Motorola has begun rolling out the stable Android 16 update to the Razr (2025) and Razr Ultra (2025) in the United States, marking a slight improvement in the company’s historically slow software update delivery. However, early reports suggest the update is experiencing issues for some users.

Delayed Rollout, Gradual Improvement

Motorola has a reputation for lagging behind competitors in delivering timely Android updates, even for its flagship devices. While the company announced its Android 16 rollout schedule in June 2025, the actual release for the Razr (2025) and Razr Ultra (2025) has been delayed. This rollout represents the third consecutive year Motorola’s Razr phones have received an update earlier than previous generations, though the wait has been lengthy for US consumers.

Update Details and Availability

The Android 16 update is currently available on Verizon and T-Mobile networks in the US. Users with unlocked units purchased directly from Motorola or other retailers may experience a further delay. The update for the Razr Ultra (2025) is version W1VL36H.59-55-5 and weighs approximately 3.95GB, while the Razr (2025) receives version W1UC36H.96-35-1 [YTECHB]. Despite the late February 2026 release, the firmware appears to be based on QPR1, bringing a “more expressive design” [9to5Google].

Notably, the Android 16 firmware for the Razr series includes the December 2025 security patch, indicating a slight lag in security updates.

Reported Bugs and Stability Concerns

Initial reports from users who received the Android 16 update early indicate several bugs. Issues have been reported with the cover display malfunctioning with apps such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and X [Android Authority]. Given Motorola’s past performance, resolving these issues may take time.

Users prioritizing stability may want to postpone installing the Android 16 update until a follow-up release addresses these reported problems.

What’s New in Android 16

The update includes improvements to Bluetooth LE support and a more expressive design. Verizon’s changelog also mentions performance improvements that enhance device stability and updated preloaded apps [YTECHB].

The rollout is phased, so the update may not be immediately available for all users. To check for the update, navigate to Settings > System updates > Check for system updates.