Motorola’s latest flip foldables are finally catching up stateside. The Razr 2025 and Razr Ultra are now receiving the stable Android 16 update in the US, marking a long-awaited milestone for owners who watched the rollout begin internationally before landing here.
Where the Android 16 update is rolling out in the United States
The update is live for carrier models on Verizon and T-Mobile, according to carrier support documentation and user reports. Owners of unlocked units and other carrier variants should see availability follow, but timing can vary by SKU and certification windows.
- Where the Android 16 update is rolling out in the United States
- Build numbers and download size for Verizon and T-Mobile
- What Razr owners can expect from the Android 16 update
- How to update your Razr and troubleshoot Android 16 issues
- Why the update timing matters for Motorola Razr owners
- The bottom line for Razr users installing Android 16 in the US
If your device has not pinged you yet, that is normal during a staggered rollout. Carriers typically push in waves to monitor performance and catch edge-case issues before scaling to all IMEIs.
Build numbers and download size for Verizon and T-Mobile
Verizon’s changelog identifies the Razr 2025 build as W1UC36H.96-35-1, confirming the jump to Android 16. On T-Mobile, users report the Razr Ultra build W1VL36H.59-55-5 with a hefty installer around 3.95GB, so plan on a Wi‑Fi download and some downtime for the install and optimization stage.
The package also bumps the Android security level, though not to the very latest monthly patch. That is common for large OS releases, with minor follow-up patches typically arriving soon after.
What Razr owners can expect from the Android 16 update
Android 16 brings platform-level refinements to performance, power efficiency, and privacy controls, and it continues Google’s work on large-screen behaviors that benefit foldables. Expect smoother animations across the main and cover displays, better continuity when handing off tasks between screens, and more consistent windowing for supported apps.
Motorola’s own features remain in place, including the cover screen utility that lets you run full apps without opening the phone, quick gestures, and My UX customization. Many users will notice quieter background activity from chatty apps, improved notification order, and subtle UI polish throughout system menus.
How to update your Razr and troubleshoot Android 16 issues
To check manually, head to Settings, then System, then System Update. Ensure at least 50% battery, connect to Wi‑Fi, and back up your data before proceeding, especially if you use work profiles or banking apps that can be sensitive to major OS changes.
If the download stalls, clear the Google Play services and System Update app cache, reboot, and try again. On carrier models, inserting an active SIM and remaining on the carrier network for a few minutes can also trigger the pull.
Why the update timing matters for Motorola Razr owners
Motorola has stepped up its foldable hardware, but software velocity has drawn scrutiny. Independent trackers that monitor Android rollout cadence routinely show Google and Samsung at the front of the pack, with Motorola improving but still catching up on major releases and security maintenance.
This US release follows earlier availability in regions like Europe and India, aligning the global Razr user base on the same platform and setting the stage for synchronized feature drops and bug fixes. For foldable owners, that consistency matters: developers can test against one baseline, and Motorola can deploy stability updates faster.
The bottom line for Razr users installing Android 16 in the US
If you are on Verizon or T-Mobile with a Razr 2025 or Razr Ultra, Android 16 should reach your phone soon if it has not already. The download is large, the install takes a while, and the security level is not cutting-edge out of the gate, but the day-to-day experience should feel snappier with better foldable polish.
Keep an eye on your carrier’s software update page and Motorola’s support channels for follow-up patches. With Android 16 now in place across major markets, the Razr line is well-positioned for the next wave of stability fixes and feature refinements.