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Motorola gets an edge with Android 16 rollout
MUMBAI: Talk about ringing in the future! Motorola has officially started rolling out Android 16 across its premium smartphone range, giving users a smarter, sleeker, and more secure experience.
The tech giant, known for blending reliable hardware with clean software, is once again proving it’s ahead of the curve when it comes to timely updates. The rollout begins with the motorola edge 60 pro, edge 60 fusion, and edge 50 pro, devices already celebrated for their design and camera prowess, now powered up with Android 16’s enhanced features.
This latest update isn’t just a polish, it’s a power-up. From notification auto grouping for a clutter-free experience to instant hotspot for password-free connectivity across Google devices, Android 16 brings a new level of ease to daily use. The addition of modes allows users to customise their phone’s behaviour whether they’re sleeping, driving, or working, while advanced protection fortifies privacy with a single tap.
Motorola has also introduced Moto secure 5.5, featuring “Secure power-off,” a safeguard preventing stolen phones from being switched off. Add to that detailed battery health stats, smarter diagnostics, and enhanced accessibility, and you’ve got an update that’s both brainy and brawny.
“The rollout of Android 16 on our smartphones demonstrates our commitment to providing faster, smarter, and more secure updates,” said Motorola India managing director T.M. Narasimhan. “Starting with our premium Edge series, we’re ensuring users enjoy the very best of innovation and experience.”
The rollout will expand soon across more Motorola devices, cementing the brand’s reputation for blending innovation with user-centric design. In short, Motorola’s message is loud and clear: stay updated, stay ahead.
Brands
Yaap Digital acquires 60.2 per cent stake in Gozoop in over Rs 150 crore deal
Strategic tie-up keeps Gozoop independent while building scaled ad ecosystem
MUMBAI: Yaap Digital Ltd has acquired a 60.20 per cent stake in Gozoop Online Pvt Ltd, marking a significant consolidation move in India’s independent advertising landscape.
The acquisition, executed through a share purchase cum shareholders’ agreement, forms the first tranche of a broader deal to acquire 100 per cent of Gozoop in phases. The initial stake was picked up for Rs 36.96 crore, giving Yaap majority control and making Gozoop its subsidiary.
Overall, the transaction is valued at over Rs 150 crore, with additional components including a Rs 7.66 crore share swap expected to close within 90 days. Payments related to excess net working capital are slated for completion by July 2026.
Despite the ownership change, Gozoop will continue to operate as an independent brand, retaining its leadership, identity and culture. The focus, both companies say, is on collaboration rather than consolidation.
Founded nearly two decades ago, Gozoop has built a reputation for its people-first approach and long-tenured leadership team, a rarity in an industry often shaped by global network buyouts. Yaap, on the other hand, brings scale and a tech-led marketing ecosystem spanning content, data and performance solutions.
Together, the companies aim to create an integrated network that blends creativity, media, data and technology, offering clients both agility and scale. The partnership also signals a broader ambition to position Indian agencies as global contenders rather than local participants.
With the deal underway in phases, the coming months will be key in shaping how this alliance translates into a unified yet flexible advertising powerhouse.
