Android 16
Coverage of Android 16 in the Nexus archive.
- Alibaba gets Android 16 running on RISC-V
Alibaba's DAMO Academy has successfully adapted Android 16 to run on its RISC-V XuanTie 9-series processors, claiming to be the first to achieve this with an RVA23 chip. The effort aims to support strategic customers in accelerating RISC-V smart terminal development and reducing reliance on foreign chipmakers like Qualcomm.
- Samsung Galaxy S25 Users Start Getting One UI 8.5 Stable Update: All Details
Samsung Galaxy S25 users are receiving the stable One UI 8.5 update based on Android 16, introducing Ambient Design and smoother transitions. The rollout starts in South Korea with beta users receiving it first. This update brings improved app and menu fluidity.
- Motorola reveals 2026 Razr lineup with modest upgrades and higher prices
Motorola is launching four foldable Razr devices in 2026 with modest upgrades and higher prices, including a new tablet-style Razr Fold. The lineup features enhanced displays, improved cameras, and faster charging, but faces rising component costs. Prices range from $800 to $1,900, positioning the Razr Fold as a premium alternative to competitors like Samsung's Z Flip.