Motorola has started rolling out Android 17 to the Edge 70 Pro. This is the phone's first major Android upgrade since it launched in April with Android 16. The update first appeared for European owners, as reported in a Reddit post and then covered by GSMArena and Android Headlines. It's a staged rollout, so not every phone will get it on day one.
Update details at a glance
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Device | Motorola Edge 70 Pro (European model) |
| New version | Android 17, build A171WMH.44-25 |
| Download size | 3.42GB |
| Rollout | Staged; Europe first, other markets later |
| Where to check | Settings > System updates |
What's new
Motorola's official changelog is short. It promises "a fresh, expressive design," less clutter thanks to smarter notifications, faster multitasking with more apps available at once, and stronger security with "enhanced protection and controls." Early users report these changes:
- Redesigned notifications and Quick Settings, plus an updated Settings app.
- New lock screen clock faces.
- A volume mixer for setting volume levels separately.
- Live Activities for calls, music and the flashlight, which show ongoing tasks at a glance.
- A refreshed app drawer and better support for themed icons.
- Smoother animations across the system.
- Qira, the AI agent Motorola said would arrive with Android 17. The user who first reported the update says it works well on the new build.
How to install it
- Back up your phone first. Save your photos, chats and important files. Major upgrades rarely go wrong, but a backup costs nothing.
- Connect to Wi-Fi. The download is 3.42GB, which can use up a mobile data plan fast.
- Charge the battery to at least 50%, or keep the phone plugged in while it installs.
- Go to Settings > System updates and tap to check for updates. If Android 17 shows up, download and install it. The phone will restart during installation.
- If nothing shows up, check again over the next few days. Staged rollouts reach a small number of phones first, then expand.
Where it fits in Motorola's update plans
The Edge 70 Pro is not the first Motorola phone to get Android 17. The Motorola Signature got it in August, the Edge 60 Fusion in September and the Razr Ultra 2026 earlier in October. Motorola promised the Edge 70 Pro up to three major Android upgrades, so this is the first of them. That means Android 18 and Android 19 should follow. According to Motorola's support site, security updates for the phone will continue until April 2031, at least every two months.
Motorola isn't the only brand pushing Android 17 this week. Samsung is expanding One UI 9 to more Galaxy phones, and OnePlus is moving its phones to ColorOS 17 ahead of schedule. Our guide to the longest software update promises shows how Motorola's policy compares with other brands.
Our take
This rollout shows real progress for Motorola. The company used to be known for slow updates, and the Edge 70 Pro is getting Android 17 only about six months after launch, with the new design and features all included. Three OS upgrades is still shorter than the seven years Google and Samsung offer on their flagships. Still, if you own an Edge 70 Pro, this is a big update worth installing once it arrives. Just make sure you're on Wi-Fi first.
Sources: GSMArena, Android Headlines, Motorola Support, SamMobile, Gadgets 360
