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There are a lot of different options when it comes to smartphones. And while Motorola might not be in the spotlight all that much lately, it still offers a wide range of devices, delivering something for every budget. The brand has its Razr line of foldables for those who are looking for something more ambitious, along with its Moto G and Edge series devices that deliver unique experiences in their own right.
The 2023 Motorola Razr might charge even faster than Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 4
It's got a certification that says so
How soon is "very soon?" We've been asking that question ever since Lenovo CEO Yuanqing Yang said that yet another Motorola Razr sequel would be on the way in such fashion. In its post-feature phone era, the series of foldable Android clamshell devices has failed to make as much of a splash as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip phones. A 2023 iteration would have plenty of catching up to do these days as Oppo's Find N2 Flip has kicked the bar up a few notches. So, again, when's when? Soon, mayhaps.
Motorola ventured into foldable phones for the first time in 2019, with the launch of the Motorola Razr. It was a phone that not only rode on its futuristic screen, but also on nostalgia — it was designed to evoke comparisons to the legendary RAZR flip phone launched in 2004. Down the road, though, Motorola realized nostalgia wasn't enough, with Samsung's clamshell foldables (the Galaxy Z Flip series) being largely considered a superior product. They were among the best Motorola phones, but clearly changes were needed. Motorola shifted its strategy with last year's Razr entry, and now, 2023's new Razr is coming with a lot of changes once again — including a minor branding tweak.
Motorola's next Razr might beat the Galaxy Z Flip 5 to market
Lenovo seems to have Samsung's clamshell foldable squarely in its sights
Competition in the clamshell foldable market appears to be heating up. Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip series is likely getting a major refresh this year, and the Oppo Find N2 just made quite a bit of noise with a global release earlier this month. But one major player hasn’t been heard from in the North American market for a couple of years, and that could soon change after a leaked announcement date for the Motorola Razr 2023.
Photos of Motorola's third-gen foldable Razr show off Samsung-inspired adaptations
Part of its success could hinge on a badly-needed spec boast against the Galaxy Z Flip3
Motorola may have been first out of the gate with its clamshell-style phone in the foldables race, but buyers' preferences have easily brushed aside the company's Razr revivals. One part of the equation that didn't work out, spec heads speculate, was that they just didn't pack in enough when compared to Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip series. Rumors claim a reckoning is to be had on that front and we're now getting an actual sneak peek on how Moto will make up the difference.
Motorola might just give its next-gen folding Razr the flagship specs it deserves
Just get ready for that inevitable four-digit price tag
You know what they say: if at first you don't succeed, try, try again. They also say the third time's the charm, and Motorola is probably hoping both of those proverbs hold true in 2022. The company is working on a new Moto Razr, its third attempt at a folding phone to rival the Galaxy Z Flip3. But where Samsung managed to get both of its foldables on our list of the best phones you can buy right now, Motorola has struggled. Based on specs alone, its next-gen clamshell design sounds pretty promising — though whether it'll be enough remains an ever-present question.
Motorola reminds us it has foldable phones, too, with release of Android 11 for the Razr
Let's hold our breath for a third-gen Razr
Folding-screen smartphones are really starting to come into their own, and Samsung's latest are starting to convince us that these devices could be ready for mainstream appeal. But as Samsung pushes limits and refines its engineering practices, Motorola... well... Motorola still has a foldable phone, too. The Razr launched back in 2019 with Android 9, and knowing how Moto can be when it comes to updates, we were happy enough to see the phone pick up Android 10 last spring. Now the update fairy is back again, bringing Android 11 to the Razr.
Motorola announces plans to upgrade 21 phones to Android 11
This will be the only OS upgrade for most of them
Motorola has announced its list of smartphones that will receive the Android 11 upgrade presumably starting as soon as tomorrow but, more practically, throughout 2021. There will be pitfalls along the way as we find out which devices are gasping their last breaths and the technicalities getting in the way of others.
Motorola is opening every Razr box to fold the phone for safer shipping
In case you forgot that foldables are fragile
Motorola launched its second foldable Razr phone recently, and this one is available unlocked rather than only on Verizon. If you decide to head over to the Amazon listing to pick up Moto's little flippy boy, you might notice a strange warning. The phone's "open" shipping configuration can potentially lead to damage during transit, so Moto is opening all the boxes to flip the phone closed. In the process, someone might get fingerprints all over your "new" phone.Here's the full notice posted on the official Amazon product listing.
Motorola's 5G foldable Razr already on sale again at $995 ($405 off)
Amazon at $995 today only, $1,000 at Best Buy and B&H for a few more days
"Foldable phones cost way too much," you say? Maybe you just need a stroke of luck! Motorola's 5G version of its nouveau Razr flip phone is on sale at third-party retailers right now, giving you the chance to save hundreds of dollars on a phone that's part nostalgia, part futurism.The main highlights are the 6.7" 21:9 OLED display you see when you want to use your phone and the 2.7" OLED display you can use when you don't... at least, not intensively. The Razr runs with the capable Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of internal storage. All of this suited up in a kinder design to the original Razr redux from 2019.
Motorola is offering $200 off the new Razr 5G, or up to $400 off if you're deemed worthy
Would you get one if it were $1000?
Motorola brought back the iconic Razr nameplate for a foldable phone last year, but the phone didn't live up to the hype. However, if you're willing to give the second-gen phone a second shot, you can get $200 off the Razr 5G right now. There also seem to be some $400 off codes being emailed out.
Moto Razr 5G will likely have a familiar similar design and a Snapdragon 765G
Same chipset as the OnePlus Nord and Pixel 5
The Moto Razr seems to have quickly fallen out of the public consciousness, partially because there are more important events happening right now than ultra-premium phone releases, and partially because the Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold2 have received more attention lately. Much like Samsung did with the Z Flip, Motorola is now prepping a minor upgrade for the Razr with 5G support in tow.
Hold on to your seats, as this story is about to blow up your mind — and possibly the seat too. Motorola, yes the same Motorola we know, the one who was bought by Lenovo and gets mentioned here because of its phones, is getting pumped up because of its latest announcement: an inflatable chair with a name that rolls off the tongue, the MINNIDIP x RAZR CH(AIR).
Motorola's $1,500 Razr is only now getting Android 10
Android 11 has been confirmed as well, which is surprising for Motorola
Motorola used to be almost unrivaled for quick updates while under Google's guardianship, but that hasn't been true for many years now. These days, it usually provides just one update, but that would have been a bit unreasonable for a $1,500 device. The company today announced that its Razr foldable phone is getting the Android 10 update starting today, with a second Android 11 update also confirmed down the line.
The original Razr was an iconic phone, and part of the appeal was that you could get it in almost any color. Motorola is banking on nostalgia to drive sales of the new foldable Razr, but it's only now releasing a second color: the previously leaked Blush Gold.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip vs Motorola Razr: What's different between these two clamshell foldables?
Everything, except for the fact that they can fold
The popularity of Motorola's folding Razr smartphone with its flexible display relies heavily on the nostalgia it induces in those old enough to remember the original, and that's set to increase with an upcoming release of a gold color option. Evan Blass shared images of the new hue on Twitter, but there's no word on when we can expect it to become available.
There's been a ton of buzz around Motorola's reimagining of the iconic Razr — so much so that they had to push back the initial pre-order and release dates to meet demand. Luckily, it seems that Motorola is holding to their promise of a short delay, as they've announced the new availability dates for the Razr today: pre-orders will begin January 26th with phones becoming available on February 6th.
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- Motorola has announced that the Razr will be launched on February 6th, with pre-orders beginning on January 26th. Pre-orders have already begun in the UK, exclusively at EE.
Motorola's announcement of the rebirth of the Razr was met with confusion, disbelief, and excitement. The folding smart phone in the nostalgic shell struck a chord, and demand exploded. It seems Motorola underestimated how strongly consumers would react, as the company now warns that pre-orders and shipping for the Razr have been pushed back.
There are some grown adults who don't know the satisfaction of snapping a clamshell phone closed to hang up on someone. Well, those days are coming back with the new foldable Razr. Motorola has unveiled the device after months of leaks, most of which were right. The new Razr is a Verizon exclusive, and it'll cost you a whopping $1,500 when it launches in early 2020.