Motorola, a subsidiary of Lenovo, has not established a clear software update policy, leading to uncertainty about the update duration for its phones. Typically, the company evaluates the software support period on an individual phone basis, complicating expectations for users. This report outlines the software update commitments for Motorola phones launched in the U.S. in 2026.
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The Motorola Razr Fold, the company's priciest smartphone, will receive the most extended software support, with seven Android OS updates and seven years of security patches. In contrast, the other Razr models—the Motorola Razr (2026), Razr+ (2026), and Razr Ultra (2026)—are expected to receive only three Android OS updates, along with a confusing situation regarding security patches; the support website indicates four years for these models.
The Motorola Edge (2026), the flagship smartphone in Motorola's traditional lineup, will be limited to just two major Android OS updates and three years of security patches. The Moto G lineup, which includes many popular models, fares similarly with no more than two major Android OS updates and three years of security patches.
When compared to other major Android brands, Motorola's software support appears to be lacking. Companies like Apple, Samsung, and Google provide at least five years of software updates, with Apple extending support for iPhones for up to seven years. Google commits to seven years of updates for all its devices, including budget-friendly A-series phones. Samsung matches this commitment for its premium devices and offers six years of updates for its mid-range and budget models. Meanwhile, OnePlus, despite its withdrawal from the U.S. and European markets, offers four major Android updates and up to six years of security patches, which is an improvement over Motorola's support.