Motorola Edge 40 Android 15 update met with underwhelming response

Users of the Motorola Edge 40 have started receiving the Android 15 update, but it seems excitement is quickly turning into a collective shrug. Many were holding out hope that this “final major update,” as some users put it, would bring a breath of fresh air to their devices. Instead, the general sentiment so far appears to be one of profound disappointment.

One of the biggest gripes revolves around the highly anticipated “Hello UI” features. Users were looking forward to a more modern and aesthetically pleasing interface, especially the blurred background effect for the notification and control panels. However, Motorola seems to have had other plans and left out the tasty blur effects from the control center. This revelation has left many wondering why a relatively premium device like the Edge 40 would lack capabilities found even on some lower-end Motorola phones.

Adding to the dismay, MotorolaTom, an administrator on the official Motorola forums, recently shed some light on the situation. He stated, “Currently, there are no plans to include Moto Unplugged, Always on Display, or Blurred Background on the Control Center/Notifications Panel for this model. The Edge 40 was not designed to support these features, and while we’d love to bring these enhancements to all models, it’s not always possible.”

This statement, while providing clarity, only amplified the frustration for many users who feel their device’s capabilities are being underestimated. They point out that similar “blur” effects exist in other parts of the system, like live wallpapers or the camera app, which require similar, if not more, processing power. This official thread has 38 pages filled with complaints and users voicing their frustrations. It goes to show how let-down users actually are.

Beyond the missing visual elements, some users are reporting a general lack of performance improvements. Complaints include the UI still feeling laggy, jittery scrolling, and even random device heating and faster battery drain. This is particularly concerning given that Android 15 usually brings under-the-hood optimizations. Some were specifically looking forward to a better battery life, but initial reports suggest otherwise.

Other “new” features arriving with the update have also received mixed reactions. While there’s a redesigned control center and some minor lock screen customizations, they’re not seen as groundbreaking. Small fixes, like a smoother volume control and quicker Bluetooth access, are appreciated, but they don’t seem to make up for the bigger expectations. The absence of widely anticipated Android 15 features like “Circle to Search” or any significant AI-driven camera enhancements has also left many feeling shortchanged.

Overall, the Android 15 update for the Motorola Edge 40 appears to be a rather bare-bones affair. It has left many users wondering about Motorola’s commitment to delivering truly impactful software experiences, especially for devices that aren’t their absolute latest flagships. For some, it reinforces a perception that software updates are more of an obligation than an opportunity to enhance the user experience.