All Android smartphones have an end-of-life date marking when they stop receiving software support, including new Android versions and security updates. Motorola has announced that several popular handsets will lose software support by the end of 2026. Some models have already ceased receiving updates earlier this year.
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The impacted Motorola devices encompass entry-level, mid-range, and high-end models. Several of these will hit their end-of-life dates as early as August and September, while others will do so in December 2026. Notable models losing support include:
- 2022 Motorola Edge: August 2026
- 2023 Moto G14: August 2026
- 2022 Motorola Edge 30 Ultra: September 2026
- 2023 Motorola Edge: September 2026
- 2024 Moto G45 5G: September 2026
- 2023 Moto G73 5G (U.S. version): December 2026
- 2023 Moto G53s 5G: December 2026
- 2023 Moto G53Y 5G: December 2026
- 2023 Moto G53J 5G: December 2026
- 2024 Moto E15: December 2026
- 2024 Moto G05: December 2026
- 2024 Moto G15: December 2026
- 2024 Moto G15 Power: December 2026
Additionally, several other models reached their end-of-life earlier in 2026:
- 2023 Moto G23: January 2026
- 2023 Moto G13: January 2026
- 2023 Moto G73 5G (EMEA version): January 2026
- 2024 Moto G04: January 2026
- 2023 Moto G Power 5G: April 2026
- 2023 Moto G Stylus: April 2026
- 2023 Moto G 5G: May 2026
- 2023 Moto G Stylus 5G: June 2026
While users can continue to use their devices after the end-of-life date, it is important to note the potential security risks. Phones that stop receiving updates may be exposed to vulnerabilities, making them more susceptible to data breaches. Although major Android releases will no longer be available, security updates are crucial to protect against newly discovered threats.
For consumers looking to extend the life of unsupported devices, unofficial Android operating systems, such as LineageOS, might be an option. However, the installation process can be complicated and not all Motorola models may be compatible with custom ROM developers' support.
Currently, many of the Motorola phones losing support were updated for two to four years. Despite this, newer models from Motorola offer more extended software support. For instance, the Moto G75 5G, released in October 2024, will receive security updates until October 2030. Other new releases, like the mid-range Motorola Edge 70 Fusion+, are expected to have security support until November 2031, and the Motorola Signature flagship will be supported through June 2032. In comparison, companies like Google and Samsung offer some of the industry’s best software guarantees, providing up to seven years of support for selected devices.