What you need to know

• Motorola teased its upcoming Signature 27 successor to the original Signature that debuted at CES 2026.
• The company states there will be surprises ahead at Snapdragon Summit, as it teases work with Qualcomm.
• Qualcomm states we can expect to see "Dual 8 Elites" at Snapdragon Summit on September 22, and this is a chip that would mark a change from the O.G. Signature's midrange SoC.

Motorola started teasing its upcoming Signature 27 on social media, and what it has to say is so interesting that we're not sure what to think.

The company posted a short clip about the device on X this morning (Sept. 18), and it's got us thinking flagship in a big way. The video starts off saying, "Every material. Obsessed." We see the phone in what looks like a moss green before an artisan takes a knife to a long stretch of leather (or fabric). This is where things get interesting. Motorola confirms the name of the device—Signature 27—alongside a date: September 22, 2026.

This is important. Motorola's post reads, "There’s more to discover with Motorola and Snapdragon." Qualcomm's annual Snapdragon Summit is set for September 22-24. If Motorola and Qualcomm have come together for something regarding Snapdragon, and at this event no less, perhaps we're looking at a true flagship chip for the Signature 27.

Motorola's teaser was brief, but it's given us enough to think about.

For context, the Motorola Signature launched at CES 2026 in January. It's a premium, "ultra-thin" phone from Moto with a 6.8-inch screen. The Signature stood out to us as one of Motorola's best flagships. However, the phone features one tiny little drawback: its chip is for midrange phones. The Signature features Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5. The chip, while good, offers flagship-level performance for affordable phones.

It misses the robust strength you'd get from the Elite Gen 5. Motorola's current Signature 27 teasers have us excited—for two reasons, mind you.

Going flagship

Mid-August held Qualcomm's teasers for what we can expect from the Snapdragon Summit this year. The company said we can expect "Dual 8 Elites" this year. Rumors claim the company is working on an 8 Elite Gen 6 and a Gen 6 Pro. Qualcomm's summer teaser mentioned connectivity enhancements and "advanced camera functionality."

What's more, "immersive gaming experiences" were mentioned. The major upgrades Qualcomm has planned are headed to both its 8 Elites this year. Its teaser was brief, but it gave us enough to think about heading into September. Now that we're here, we've got Dual 8 Elites on the mind and Moto's Signature 27.

A flagship chip could definitely solidify its premium ambitions for the Signature 27. The original was good and gave that premium/flagship feel we enjoy, but it could've been more. Hopefully, if what we're thinking is true, Motorola will reach for a flagship Elite from Qualcomm to put the cherry on top.

Foldable phones are clearly having a moment, and if you're gearing up to buy your first-ever clamshell device, there's one T-Mobile deal that you simply must know about. Add a line with the Experience Beyond plan and the carrier will hook you up with enough promo credits to make the excellent Motorola Razr Plus (2026) completely free! That's like getting $1,100 back over 36 months, no trade-in required.

Even if you don't want to sign up for T-Mobile's top-tier Experience Beyond plan, the carrier is guaranteeing $600 off with 'most plans' on its website, plus there are some trade-in opportunities available if you'd rather go that route. The Motorola Razr Plus (2026) is one of the best foldable phones I've ever used, and now you can get your own for free with very little hassle. Why wait for the iPhone Duo when Motorola already has a tried-and-tested device like this?

• See my guide to the best T-Mobile deals of September 2026

✅ Recommended if: you want a balanced flip phone with a sleek, sophisticated design, snappy performance, and impressive camera tech; you're a heavy data user looking for a new phone plan.

❌ Skip this deal if: you're looking for a cheap phone plan; you can afford the Motorola Razr Ultra (2026); you're interested in a book-style foldable phone like the Razr Fold, Z Fold 8, or iPhone Duo.

Motorola has been making flip phones for years, and while it didn't release a book-style foldable until May 2026, the success of the company's long-running Razr series proves that no other OEM understands the folding hinge quite like Moto. The Razr Plus (2026) is a culmination of everything Motorola has learned from producing these devices, boasting a durable titanium-reinforced hinge, two stunning AMOLED displays, and a larger battery than ever before.

The phone also boasts a solid Snapdragon processor, 12GB of RAM, and five years of software updates guaranteed. True, it's not as powerful as the Motorola Razr Ultra (2026), but if you've ever used the Razr Plus (2024) or Razr Plus (2025), you'll recognize the 2026 version as a true refinement of everything that made past generations so great. At a starting retail price of $1,099.99, Razr Plus (2026) is also cheaper than both the Razr Ultra (2026) and Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8.

The Experience Beyond plan, for its part, comes with unlimited talk, text, and premium data on T-Mobile's vast 5G network, plus you get a ton of international benefits and an unlimited mobile hotspot. The unlimited plan even comes with early device upgrades and free streaming subscriptions to Hulu and Netflix. Experience Beyond starts at $105/month for a single line, although you can make the monthly cost significantly cheaper by adding multiple lines and using AutoPay/paperless billing.

Foldable phones are all the rage right now, but these innovative devices can get pretty expensive without a good deal attached. Fortunately, I've tracked down all of the best foldable phone deals on the web so you don't have to go looking.

We've reached the point where pretty much every OEM is selling a clamshell or book-style foldable phone, and each manufacturer is racing to build the thinnest, most powerful, and most creaseless device on the market. Even Apple has entered the fray with the upcoming iPhone Duo.

This spells good news for you as a consumer, as stiff competition generally means a wider variety of tempting deals to choose from. These manufacturers want you to use their foldable phones and no one else's, which gives you all of the buying power you need. From straight discounts on Motorola flip phones to trade-in offers on the latest Galaxy Z Fold, keep reading for my favorite offers of September 2026.

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What you need to know

• Apple wrapped up its iPhone 18 event, where it debuted the iPhone Duo (its first foldable), but Motorola wasn't interested in staying quiet.
• The company talked about its "iconic" Razr line on Instagram, then teased a shorter, wide Razr Fold right at the end.
• Recent rumors claim this wider Razr Fold could feature a "bezel-less" cover display, a dual horizontal camera array, and an "easy-op

Motorola had something to say following Apple's event this afternoon, where it showcased its first foldable, the iPhone Duo. Shorter foldables are taking the market by storm, and Motorola is making sure it's in the picture.

We're slowly settling down after Apple's iPhone event, where it showed off its first foldable, the iPhone Duo ($1,999 price tag, btw). Shortly after, Motorola went on Instagram to talk about why we should wait for its "next move." Moto takes us through its "iconic" lineup of Razr phones. These phones have folded for as long as memory serves.

The company takes us all the way through its Razr lineup from past to future. Yes—future. Motorola ended its short Razr homage video with a look at what seems to be its rumored wide Razr Fold. Before the shorter foldable appears, we get a good look at the Razr Fold—the taller book-style phone. Immediately after, we're taken to a blacked-out device that's shorter, like a passport.

Since Moto remained mysterious, it's hard to get a good look at the phone. What's evident from the blacked-out tease is its horizontal camera array. It rises off the back panel, giving that camera bump we've become accustomed to. Also, the phone's rounded corners, a choice Moto likely made for comfort, are on full display.

Watch the moves

A wide Motorola Razr Fold started bouncing around our brains earlier this week when a rumor surfaced about its design.

Alleged sketches for the phone's design surfaced, suggesting Motorola would give it an "easy-open" profile and a "bezel-less" cover display. When fully opened, this wider, shorter Razr Fold would have a punch-hole selfie camera at the top right corner of the screen. The cover display would have its lens centered at the top. The camera bar was another highlight in these rumors. They claim Motorola could equip it with a dual-lens array; however, specific specifications are unknown at this time.

It's not evident when Motorola could debut this shorter Razr Fold. Recent rumors claim Motorola is preparing for a debut "in the coming months."

What you need to know

• A briefly leaked website teaser suggests the Motorola Signature 27 will finally bring the lineup to the U.S. market.
• The original Signature had a 3x telephoto, while the new teaser might spark speculation about a possible periscope camera upgrade.
• Motorola quickly pulled the teaser and has not officially announced pricing, final hardware specs, or a firm launch date.

Motorola’s Signature series is still a fairly new experiment for the company, but the first model immediately stood out with its slim 7mm body, soft-touch finish, and premium design. The catch was that it's not available to U.S. buyers. This could change with the next Motorola Signature model.

As spotted by a Reddit user, Motorola briefly posted a teaser for the Signature 27 on its U.S. website, complete with a registration form for customers interested in updates (via Android Authority). The pop-up displayed a close-up of the rear camera alongside the words “Signature 27” and “A new perspective is coming.” Motorola has since taken down the teaser.

The U.S. appearance is the biggest hint here. The first Signature never officially made it stateside, so placing the next-generation model right in front of U.S. visitors is a strong indication that the company is at least considering a launch in the United States.

The camera teaser could be even more interesting. The Signature originally had a 3x telephoto camera. The new image is an unusual focus on one camera. This could fuel speculation that Motorola might upgrade the telephoto system, perhaps to a 5x periscope lens. That’s not confirmed yet, so treat this as an educated guess.

The teaser is said to have also popped up on Motorola’s European site, and a Swarovski-branded edition could also be on the way, following the crystal-covered treatment given to the original Signature.

If the Signature 27 arrives in early 2027, it will be a straight fight in the ultra-thin category against the iPhone Air and the rumored Samsung Galaxy S27 Edge.

Motorola has not yet announced a price, specs, or launch date. However, since the original Signature was released in early 2026, Motorola may only have a few months to finalize the details.

What you need to know

• A major leak claims Motorola is developing a wide Razr Fold to compete with Samsung, Huawei, and more.
• The device could fit that small, passport-like design with an "easy-open" profile," a "bezel-less" cover display, and a dual lens horizontal camera bar.
• An anonymous source claims the phone could debut "in the coming months."

Wide foldables are quickly becoming a popular trend. Leaks from over the weekend claim Motorola could be the next brand to hop on that train.

Leaks revealed by Android Headlines, courtesy of an "anonymous source," suggest the design Motorola is going for. Its source allegedly provided a few sketches, which purportedly showcase the various design ideas for the wide Razr foldable. One thing rumors claim is that Motorola's foldable could feature an "easy-open" profile. Among theories of a crease-less display and "3D glass," the wide Razr foldable's frame "isn't flat."

The report states this decision could help make the device easier for consumers to open on the fly. This wide Razr Fold certainly fits the bill in these leaked illustrations. Offering that shorter (perhaps even stout) frame with rounded corners. "Motorola" will allegedly be inscribed on the hinge, visible when folded. Curiously, one illustration, depicting the phone's cover display, suggests it could be "bezel-less."

What's more, the device could feature a horizontal, protruding camera bar, similar to Google's Pixels. Its camera array hasn't been narrowed down, but there's speculation that it might offer dual lenses.

Android Headlines was reportedly told by the anonymous source that Motorola is preparing to launch this "Wide Razr Fold" (or whatever it'll be called) "in the coming months."

Moto's going wide

If anything, Moto's wide Razr Fold might feel closer to what Huawei did with the Pura V Max. The company's "horizontally wide" foldable featured that landscape camera bar. The device feels more like a passport, which Google has done with the Pixel 11 Pro Fold and Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8. Huawei's wide foldable this year features a 7.6-inch inner display and a 5.5-inch cover screen. The current Moto rumors had nothing to say on this front, so we'll have to wait a while.

The idea of a wider foldable is something more and more people have become curious about. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 was incredibly popular for Samsung after a week of pre-orders. Consumers overseas crashed websites with their early orders 30 minutes after the phone went live. Shipping dates were also pushed back, since Samsung needed to manufacture more phones to meet demand.

Android Central's Take

Motorola got in on the "regular" fold (Moto Razr Fold) aesthetic earlier this year, and the phone looks pretty good. In fact, one of my colleagues said in their review that the phone gives Samsung a new reason to worry. Motorola made some good moves, but it's clear it wants to continue. Hopping on the wide-fold train is the next "best thing." We'll just have to see when/if the phone arrives. These sketches look nice, but they aren't enough for me yet.

What you need to know

• At IFA 2026, the Moto Watch Ultra was announced with Wear OS, a partnership with Polar for fitness, on a 46mm stainless steel body and a 1.5-inch OLED display.
• The continued Polar partnership adds various sleep features like "Serene" for breathing exercises and Nightly Recharge and Sleep Plus Stages for sleep score and more.
• The Moto Watch Ultra will be available on September 10 for $349.

That's not all Motorola has prepared this midweek. The Moto Watch Ultra was debuted at IFA 2026, expanding the company's wearable portfolio. The Watch Ultra uses Google's Wear OS, incorporating the Play Store and Moto's AI, Qira. However, the major highlight with the Moto Watch Ultra is Motorola's continued partnership with Polar.

Polar excels at wearable sports and fitness, and it's bringing that prowess to the Moto Watch Ultra. For its wellness features, the Watch Ultra sports "Serene." This breathing exercise mode delivers real-time "biofeedback" to help the user calm their breathing and reach a more optimal rhythm. Nightly Recharge and Sleep Plus Stages help users understand their recovery and sleep score.

If you're looking to get more active and track your progress, Polar's involvement brings a breadth of features. Consumers will find expected features like Activity Goal, Activity Score, and Active Intensity Zones. What's more, Smart Calories delivers an overview of your daily calories burned, alongside an Inactivity Alert and Energy Sources (metabolic insights).

The Moto Watch Ultra offers a 1.5-inch OLED display on a 46mm stainless steel body. Inside, you'll find Qualcomm's Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1 SoC. The Watch Ultra is said to last two days with "active use" with its AOD (always-on display) disabled. Consumers can choose between the "breathable" silicone band (PANTONE Black Beauty or PANTONE Mountain View) or the leather strap (Black Beauty or Nuthatch).

Not bad

Elsewhere, Motorola highlights the "Running Coach." As it sounds, you can expect a guided experience for new and veteran runners (walking, too). The company states the Running Coach can help users struggling with pacing themselves. Other details include Google Wallet support, dual-band GPS, IP68, and 5ATM underwater protection.

At IFA 2026, Motorola confirmed that the Watch Ultra will be available on September 10, starting at $349 on motorola.com. Consumers will also find the device at Verizon on September 24. The Watch Ultra will expand to more places, such as T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, AT&T, Xfinity Mobile, and Consumer Cellular, "in the coming months."

Android Central's Take

I'm pleasantly surprised by the Moto Watch Ultra. Motorola already has what you'd consider a "basic" watch. It misses the Ultra tag. The design is fairly simple, very watch-like. The Watch Ultra feels cleaner to me. I also think the Polar partnership is a huge win for Motorola to continue with the device. I already think I hear my colleague Derrek Lee putting one on his wrist and heading outside.

What you need to know

• Motorola announced another addition to its Brilliant Collection with the Razr 2026 Swarovski Crystal Edition.
• The phone is clad in a Pantone Meteorite colorway with 35 Swarovski Crystals in Silver Night.
• The Swarovski Crystal Edition Razr 2026 will be available on September 10 for $899 at motorola.com and Amazon.

It's that time of the year again when Motorola looks to bedazzle and captivate consumers with Swarovski Crystals.

If you're looking for artistry and brilliance, Motorola announced the Razr 2026 will join the Brilliant Collection this year. This means that the Razr 2026 will receive a Swarovski Crystal Edition, combining a dazzling aesthetic with Motorola's tech. The company states the Razr 2026 features "35 hand-positioned Swarovski Crystals in Silver Night." These crystals are laid out across the entire back panel of the clamshell foldable. Additionally, you'll find a few more at the top of the cover display.

Motorola teases that there's a "32-facet Swarovski Crystal" embedded in the hinge of the Razr 2026.

Like stars in the night

Motorola takes this bedazzled Razr 2026 further with its choice of color: Pantone's Meteorite. This colorway is more of a deeper, darker black that Motorola says contrasts with the phone's crystals and shine. If you're looking to grab the latest addition to the Brilliant Collection, Motorola will provide a clear protective case.

Consumers can find the Swarovski Crystal Edition Razr 2026 on September 10 for $899. The post states it will be available on motorola.com and Amazon. On September 24, you can find it at Verizon. We've rounded up all the information about the Razr 2026, as well. A few important specs include a 6.9-inch internal display and a 3.9-inch cover display with a 50MP primary lens. Motorola highlights its 4,800mAh battery, which can reportedly deliver up to 36 hours.

Motorola continues to build on its streak of Swarovski Crystal Edition phones following its releases in 2025. The 35 crystals remain a constant; however, last year, the Moto Razr 2025 was featured in an icy Pantone Ice Melt. The foldable was joined by a crystal-studded Buds Loop in Ice Melt.

Android Central's Take

This might be my favorite crystal edition of the Razr. The Meteorite colorway with the crystals makes those additions stand out in a good way. It feels like looking into the night sky; stars are everywhere. As before, the foldable remains the same, bringing users the same specs they'd expect from the standard, non-special edition phone. The wait's not long now if you're looking for it.

What you need to know

• Motorola has detailed the new features coming to its phones with the upcoming Android 17 software update.
• Android 17 will bring stackable widgets, themed icons, Live Updates, and AI-powered notification summaries.
• More than 50 Motorola phones are confirmed to receive Android 17, including recent Razr and Edge models.

We finally know what features Motorola is bringing to its phones with the Android 17 update.

Now that Google has rolled out Android 17 for Pixel phones, more brands are starting to detail their own updates. We recently saw Nothing showcase Nothing OS 5.0 based on Android 17, and now Motorola has revealed some of the features coming to its devices.

As detailed on Motorola India's support page, the Android 17 update will bring changes to the home screen and notifications, alongside several new security features. One of the biggest additions is stackable widgets, which will let users combine multiple widgets into a single block on the home screen. Users will also be able to use themed icons and hide labels from Quick Settings tiles.

In terms of notifications, Motorola is finally adding support for Live Updates, alongside notification summaries that can condense longer notifications into a single sentence for quicker reading.

Motorola also says eligible devices will use machine learning models to identify low-priority notifications and bundle them into a separate quiet section under silent notifications.

You can check out Motorola's full Android 17 changelog below:

Home screen and quick settings improvements

Stackable widgets

You can now stack widgets, combining multiple widgets into a single block on your home screen. Instead of taking up several grids on your home screen for your weather, calendar, battery and music player, stack them and swipe the stack to switch between them.

Themed icons

You can now use an icon theme that coordinates with your overall theme. Touch & hold a blank space on your Home screen, then tap Home settings > Themed icons.

Hide quick setting labels when using Classic style

If you're using Classic style for quick settings, you can now hide labels on the settings tiles. Hiding them frees up screen space if you already recognise the icons.

Improved notifications

Live updates

Live updates let apps to display real-time, ongoing data. Instead of sending multiple notifications, an app can now continuously update a single live snippet in your status bar or notifications. You can turn these on or off.

Notification summaries

You can now peek at your notifications for a one-sentence summary of a lengthy group chat or a rapid-fire thread from messaging apps (like WhatsApp or Messages).

Organised notifications

Your phone now organises your notifications to separate your personal messages from clutter and automated alerts. It uses machine learning to screen lower-priority notifications and bundles them into separate, quiet folders under the Silent section of your notifications.

New settings

Enhanced HDR brightness control

When you view HDR content – like an Ultra HDR photo in Google Photos, a HDR video on YouTube or an HDR feed on Instagram – your phone's display automatically sets brightness to its highest limits to make the highlights pop.

You can now limit this brightness to a more comfortable level by adjusting the intensity of Enhanced HDR brightness or turning it off to force HDR photos and videos to play at a normal brightness level.

New sharing features in Connected devices

There are two new ways to share in Settings > Connected devices:

To share a photo or file with one other person, use Tap to Share by placing your phones together. To share with a reusable group, use Quick Drop to send photos or files to friends or a team simultaneously.

Other improvements

Android system upgrades add more than new features. Using the latest Android update provides other improvements such as:

Enhanced security and protection to defend against evolving threats like malware, phishing and data breaches.

App compatibility with newer apps, which often require the latest Android version to function correctly.

Performance improvements that optimise your phone's operating system for smoother performance, better stability and, in some cases, longer battery life.

Bug fixes and stability enhancements to resolve known issues and improve overall reliability and stability

There are a few other changes coming as well. As highlighted in a report by FoneArena, Motorola's Android 17 update will bring improvements to cross-platform Quick Share, although that still doesn't include AirDrop compatibility with iPhones. You can also expect features like Audio Sharing, a refreshed Quick Settings panel, and improved HDR brightness management.

Motorola has already confirmed that Android 17 will roll out to more than 50 devices, including several recent Razr and Edge models. You can check out the full list of Motorola phones getting Android 17 right here.

What you need to know

• GrapheneOS announced in a Mastodon thread that it is planning to roll out its software on regular, next-gen Motorola phones in 2027.
• The company says a lot of work is being done on its end and Motorola's to ensure this happens next year.
• GrapheneOS states it also plans to support Moto's next-gen foldables (Razr Fold, Razr Ultra) after it hits slab phones.
• Motorola announced a partnership with GrapheneOS during MWC 2026 to bring a more secure, private OS to consumers.

GrapheneOS is an Android alternative that is much more security/privacy-focused. For this reason, many have awaited updates from GrapheneOS about Motorola phones, which it has now provided.

This week, GrapheneOS posted a lengthy thread on Mastodon about its partnership with Motorola and when those consumers can find its software (via GSMArena). According to its thread, GrapheneOS expects to have everything ready for Motorola's phone launches in 2027. A few moving parts need to align for this to work properly. GrapheneOS states that Motorola is "doing a large portion of the work" to port its software onto its phones.

It's been stated that this privacy-focused version of Android should arrive on "non-folding devices" first, per its partnership with Motorola. However, GrapheneOS says it's working to bring the experience to foldables, such as future Razr Folds and Razr Ultras. What's more, the thread highlights Qualcomm's upcoming Snapdragon chips. These SoCs have "more mature support for MTE" (memory tagging) and "secure element support."

This should help GrapheneOS arrive smoothly on Motorola's phones next year. The company responded to a comment, clarifying that future iterations of the Moto Signature, Razr Fold, and Razr Ultra should support GrapheneOS. The post says "current generation Motorola devices don't meet our requirements." So anyone looking forward to the software should keep their eye on 2027 reveals.

The thread quickly mentions that GrapheneOS support is headed to Google's Pixel 11 series, too.

A more secure phone

It's been a few months since we've had this conversation about Motorola and GrapheneOS. During MWC 2026, the House of Moto Indigo announcement was shored up by an exciting GrapheneOS partnership reveal. The partnership would involve Motorola's "security expertise, real‑world user insights, and Lenovo’s ThinkShield solutions." The prime focus here is user security/privacy, and Motorola stated that it was beginning a joint research project with GrapheneOS for this reason.

The company teased that more information would become available in the future, which we're seeing now via a Mastodon thread. This is a huge development from Motorola that will likely put a spotlight on it moving into 2027.

Samsung, Google, and Apple might be the biggest players in the North American market, but Motorola does pretty well for itself. In fact, Motorola has consistently had a larger market share than Google in the U.S. over the last five quarters.

And yet, when you head to a store or open an online shopping platform, Google Pixel cases, screen protectors, and accessories are much easier to find than Motorola accessories.

Mainstream brands like Spigen, OtterBox, and CASETiFY happily cater to Pixel phones, including the more niche ones like the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. But when it comes to Motorola flagships and foldables like the Razr Fold and Razr Ultra 2026, most of these name brands are MIA. It's a real head-scratcher.

I can't fault an accessory maker for skipping a phone brand because of profitability concerns. Companies exist to make money, and when they fear losses due to demand concerns, it's sensible to remain pragmatic.

What I can't make sense of is the apparent lack of confidence that these phone case and accessory brands seem to have in Motorola. Why are these companies still not catering to them, especially now that Motorola holds about 50% of the foldable smartphone market in the U.S.?

I reached out to dozens of the top, most popular case makers who regularly offer products for Samsung, Google, and Apple to get some answers. My question was simple: Why aren't name-brand case makers prioritizing Motorola's flagships and foldables?

Almost all of them replied, but Android Central has kept some of their names anonymous to protect the source's identity.

Demand is a major concern for most accessory makers

OtterBox was one of the few brands that went on the record, citing demand as the key reason. They weren't alone; at least five to six others echoed the same sentiment, including one of the most respectable case makers in the business.

"We evaluate our device case portfolio based on customer demand and overall device adoption. While OtterBox has supported Motorola devices in the past, our current focus is on delivering protection for the devices used most widely by our customers."

An up-and-coming high-end case maker also doubled down on demand holding them back, but mentioned that they might open up support for Motorola devices in the future:

"From a case maker's perspective, product coverage decisions are primarily driven by device demand, market scale, and the broader ecosystem adoption rather than any individual brand preference. For major launches, we typically prioritize devices that demonstrate the largest global user base and strongest accessory demand at scale, which currently tends to concentrate around a small number of flagship smartphone lines.

Motorola’s recent foldables and flagships have certainly generated interest within the industry, particularly around design and form factor innovation. However, compared to the leading platforms, the overall installed base and accessory demand for these devices is still relatively limited at this stage."

The brand went on to say that they might consider expanding their accessory range to support Motorola once there is "clear and sustained traction for specific models or form factors."

Adding support for new smartphones comes is a costly venture for accessory brands

Another affordable accessory brand that focuses more on chargers said it mainly comes down to resource prioritization. This brand offers cases and screen protectors, but charging tech for Apple and Samsung is their primary concern.

They stated that launching an entirely new phone case lineup "would require additional investment, such as product design, manufacturing, and human resources. Our company may not be able to fully support this at the present stage."

TORRAS, a brand that focuses on magnetic phone cases as much as it does on chargers and power banks, shared that focusing on a single foldable makes it easier to perfect their craft.

"TORRAS’ focus in the foldable category has been on building long-term engineering experience within the Samsung Fold ecosystem over multiple generations. Each generation brings different mechanical and structural challenges, which helps us continuously refine key areas such as hinge protection, ultra-thin structures, magnetic alignment, and overall durability performance.

By staying consistent within a single foldable architecture, TORRAS is able to deepen our R&D in a more systematic and iterative way, improving product reliability through continuous optimization over time."

One brand saw this lack of support as an opportunity and took a personal request from Android Central's Nicholas Sutrich to heart.

Texas-born case maker Thinborne had initially scrapped its plans to launch a Moto Razr Fold case, just weeks after announcing it. I was very disappointed, because there are very few premium-grade cases that match the thinness and lightness of something from Thinborne.

Sutrich reached out to Thinborne after hearing the news, concerned about the lack of decent cases for Motorola foldables. Thinborne admits that their entire $32,000 investment in making this happen could very well result in a loss.

"After hesitating twice, we decided to make it happen — not for profits, but to make sure there is still an option for people looking for a premium minimalist case for their Motorola Razr Fold."

It is truly admirable that while bigger name brands shied away from the task, a small company like Thinborne stepped up. It created perhaps the best Motorola Razr Fold case we could ask for: a thin, lightweight aramid fiber case with MagSafe support, so you can take advantage of MagSafe accessories. Plus, it comes in different colors like Crimson and Navy, so you can give your Razr Fold a bit of life.

Motorola's own lack of enthusiasm is also a contributing factor

Dbrand shed more light on this topic, noting that, beyond demand, Motorola's lack of support for third-party retailers is another limiting factor.

"Motorola doesn't engage 3rd party consumer accessory manufacturers the way other OEMs do. Google has Made for Google. Microsoft has Designed for Xbox. Samsung has SMAPP. These structured programs give established brands the lead time to be ready at launch (not to mention, B2B opportunities that amplify attach to the hardware TAM). With Motorola, our starting gun for development is when consumer hardware hits shelves. By that point, we're already too late."

The brand went on to acknowledge that scale and numbers aren't everything. Far smaller, more niche brands like Minimal have approached Dbrand to make accessories for their devices happen. It's the effort that the smartphone maker put into collaborating with Dbrand that materialized into Dbrand skins for Minimal phones.

"Motorola's lack of engagement with the 3rd party ecosystem makes it structurally challenging to show up at the 'peak of interest' launch moment that matters."

Motorola could easily do the same, but seemingly chooses not to.

What does Motorola have to say about this?

I went to Motorola to hear it straight from the horse's mouth and asked whether they were aware of how accessory brands felt about Motorola's devices, and whether they were planning to address these concerns about demand and collaborative efforts.

Motorola's response was very vague. They don't seem to recognize that they have an accessory problem. In fact, Motorola emphasized that they "actively [develop] a robust partnership program to expand the range of high-quality accessory options for [their] customers".

The rest of the response felt like standard boilerplate and did not even seem to address the concerns from top accessory brands:

"Today, we proudly collaborate with a number of partners to anchor our official licensed cases and accessories initiative. Through this established program, we co-develop and validate products with trusted third-party accessory makers. This collaborative approach ensures that every product adheres to Motorola’s strict standards for quality, safety, and seamless customer experience. We are continuously expanding this ecosystem and welcome deeper strategic partnerships with leading accessory brands to deliver the premium experience our customers expect."

It's a perception problem

At the end of the day, I learned that most brands still perceive Motorola as having low demand, even when the numbers suggest otherwise. Meanwhile, Motorola is wearing rose-colored glasses or has seemingly convinced itself that it is doing a fine job of it and that there is no accessory support problem.

This can be fixed, however. Perhaps if Motorola were to extend an olive branch, it might move things along. If they want third-party accessory support to improve, they will have to put in the effort and make it easier for accessory and case makers to cater to their devices.

Based on everything I have heard, I hope Motorola will follow through. It could also improve smartphone sales, as accessory support is a major concern for consumers when buying phones. Perhaps if official "Made for Moto" accessories were to appear in the wild, a lot more people would be interested in buying Motorola phones, especially if they came from top-tier brands like Dbrand, Spigen, and CASETiFY.

What you need to know

• Leaked images show a polished, Apple-like magnetic puck from Motorola.
• The images show a slim, MagSafe-style circular puck with a braided USB-C cable, metallic finish, and a purple accent ring.
• The accessory hints that native magnetic charging could expand across Motorola's mid-range and flagship lineup.

Android hardware makers have been slow to adopt magnetic wireless charging, allowing Apple’s MagSafe and Google’s Pixel lineup to dominate the market. But it seems Motorola wants to join the party. A leaked accessory dubbed the Moto Snap suggests the company could be preparing more phones for Qi2.

Images posted by leaker Evan Blass on X show a slim, round Motorola charging puck with a USB-C connector and braided cable. It looks very similar to Apple’s MagSafe charger, with what look like magnets to automatically align the phone with the charging coil.

Interestingly, Motorola has taken a rather unusual step with the Edge 70 Max, its first phone with built-in Qi2 magnets. The handset supports wireless charging up to 25W, with the magnets built directly into the phone, rather than requiring a special case.

Motorola says its phone can also get up to 12 hours of battery life from six minutes of wired charging with its 90W TurboPower setup.

The Moto Snap itself is much more portable. It’s a flat puck with a metallic finish, a Motorola logo, a braided cable, and what looks like a purple illuminated ring around the edge. It’s designed to be attached directly to the back of a compatible phone.

Of course Motorola has still not said anything. The charger may just be an accessory for the Edge 70 Max. But it makes more sense if Motorola plans to bring magnetic charging to more devices. That could be a big deal for Motorola, whose wider lineup still has plenty of phones without wireless charging in tow.

If the company begins adding native Qi2 magnets to more of its mid-range and flagship models, then magnetic charging could finally become the mainstream Android standard we’ve been promised for years.

What you need to know

• Motorola has confirmed 50+ devices for the stable Android 17 update.
• Newer Razr and Edge models are expected to receive Android 17 before older devices.
• Several Moto G models, including the G Stylus 2026, G Power 2026, G87, G86, G77, G67, G57, G47, and G37, are eligible.

Motorola has just announced a massive list of more than 50 devices that will be getting the stable Android 17 update, and the rollout has already started. But before you start clicking the "Check for updates" button, you need to know who gets it first and who’s stuck waiting.

The stable rollout has already begun with the Motorola Edge 2025, with newer premium devices like the Razr 70 series and Edge 70 lineup likely to be given priority, as per the company's announcement on its Spanish website. Motorola says the update will roll out gradually to other eligible models in the coming weeks and months.

Interestingly, this rollout has been in the works for months. Motorola’s Android 17 beta program started just days after Google released Android 17 Beta 1 in February, putting it ahead of a few rival Android brands. This was notable as Motorola was still working on rolling out Android 16, with some eligible phones still waiting months for the last big update.

The confirmed Android 17 roster is a massive one. It includes the Motorola Signature and a long list of Razr models, as follows:

• Motorola Razr 70 Ultra
• Motorola Razr 70 Plus
• Motorola Razr 70
• Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
• Motorola Razr+ 2026
• Motorola Razr 2026
• Motorola Razr Fold 2026
• Motorola Razr Fold 2025
• Motorola Razr 60 Ultra
• Motorola Razr 60s
• Motorola Razr 60d
• Motorola Razr 60
• Motorola Razr Ultra 2025
• Motorola Razr+ 2025
• Motorola Razr 2025
• Motorola Razr 50 Ultra
• Motorola Razr+ 2024

The Edge series also gets the same treatment, covering the Edge 70 family, Edge 2026, Edge 2025, Edge 60 series, and Edge 50 Ultra.

• Motorola Edge 2026
• Motorola Edge 70 Pro+
• Motorola Edge 70 Pro
• Motorola Edge 70 Max
• Motorola Edge 70 Neo
• Motorola Edge 70 Plus
• Motorola Edge 70 Fusion+
• Motorola Edge 70 Fusion
• Motorola Edge 70
• Motorola Edge 2025
• Motorola Edge 60 Stylus
• Motorola Edge 60 Pro
• Motorola Edge 60 Fusion
• Motorola Edge 60
• Motorola Edge 50 Ultra
• Motorola Edge 60

Even the cheaper Moto G phones from Motorola aren’t being left behind. The list also includes:

• Moto G Stylus 2026
• Moto G Power 2026
• Moto G Play 2026
• Moto G 2026
• Moto G 2025
• Moto G Power 2025
• Moto G Stylus 2025
• Moto G Max
• Moto G87
• Moto G86
• Moto G86 Power
• Moto G77
• Moto G77 Power
• Moto G67
• Moto G57
• Moto G57 Power
• Moto G47
• Moto G37
• Moto G37 Power

Motorola’s Android 17-based HelloUI update introduces Live Updates in a Dynamic Island style, the Qira Moto AI assistant, lock-screen customization options, resizable Quick Settings tiles, refreshed haptics, tinted icons, and a redesigned volume panel.

Remember, rollouts will differ by region and carrier. If your Motorola is on the list, you should eventually see the update pop up under Settings > System > System updates.

Qualcomm is making major strides in mobile processing by introducing custom Oryon cores in a smartphone processor. Now, the generational improvements have made their way across Qualcomm's chip portfolio — even to processors that don't bear the "Elite" branding.

This makes it tricky to compare the performance capabilities across smartphone models and chip generations. For instance, Motorola's new Razr Ultra 2026 is powered by the last-generation Snapdragon 8 Elite chip. By comparison, the Razr Fold runs on a newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 mobile platform, just the non-Elite version.

I wanted to see whether an older Elite chip or a newer "base" chip offered better performance, so I put the Razr Ultra 2026 and the Razr Fold through a six-text benchmark gauntlet. The results weren't what I expected.

How I tested the Razr flagships

I put the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 and the Motorola Razr Fold through a series of six tests, each designed to gauge a specific aspect of device performance. To test CPU performance, which affects how snappy your device feels when opening apps and during basic use, I used both Geekbench 6 and Geekbench 7. For on-device AI testing, I ran Geekbench AI and its TensorFlow Lite framework. To see how the phones handled gaming and graphics-based tests, I ran 3DMark's Wild Life Extreme benchmark and stress test.

I ran each benchmark test three times, starting the next run immediately after the first one finished. This provides a clean average of the results that is more representative of real-world performance than a single run. Running the benchmark trials in quick succession hints at how the Razr Ultra 2026 and the Motorola Razr Fold handle sustained loads, and whether the phones experience major thermal throttling.

After completing three runs of each benchmark test, I allowed the phones to cool down before beginning the next test. This ensures the strain of former tests isn't impacting the performance of a current test.

CPU and AI benchmark performance

The Snapdragon 8 Elite chip inside the Razr Ultra 2026 features two prime CPU cores that can be clocked up to 4.32GHz, plus six more performance CPU cores that can reach 3.53GHz. Meanwhile, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip inside the Razr Fold is built on newer Oryon Gen 3 prime CPU cores, but they are only clocked at up to 3.8GHz. The processor's six performance CPU cores can hit up to 3.32GHz.

So, the older Elite chip offers higher clock speeds, and the base Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip has newer prime cores. Since the two chips have the same number of prime and performance CPU cores, the Razr Ultra 2026 and the Razr Fold's benchmark results should be in the same ballpark. Let's see how they turned out.

In Geekbench 6, the older Snapdragon 8 Elite chip consistently beat the newer base Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor by a few hundred points in single-core CPU performance. The Razr Fold averaged a 2,593 single-core score, whereas the Razr Ultra 2026 averaged a 2,791 single-core score. This kind of performance is what makes your phone feel fast when opening apps, loading webpages, or navigating the UI. Despite the Razr Ultra 2026's older chip and constrained form factor, the Elite processor still wins here.

As for multi-core performance, the Razr Fold manages to pull more out of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5's eight CPU cores. The newer, base chip's best benchmark run resulted in a multi-core score of 8,809, and an average of 8,559. The Razr Ultra 2026 was notably behind, putting up an 8,268 multi-core score. Essentially, this means the Razr Fold's non-Elite chip will be better for multitasking and parallel workloads than the Razr Ultra 2026's older Elite chip — at least as configured here.

In terms of performance trends, each phone unsurprisingly posted its best result on the first try. However, the three CPU tests didn't cause either phone to noticeably throttle. The results for the second and third trials weren't too far off what we saw in the first run.

Geekbench 6 is widely used for smartphone comparisons and chip benchmarking, but Geekbench 7 is here. This updated test offers "both new and improved workloads to measure the performance of your CPUs and GPUs." In other words, it's better built to test how phones and chips will handle the demanding AI and media workflows used in 2026.

The results painted a different picture. While the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip in the Razr Fold was better at multi-core performance in the Geekbench 6 test, the opposite was true using the Geekbench 7 benchmark. The older Snapdragon 8 Elite processor in the Razr Ultra 2026 posted multi-core scores as much as over 1,000 points higher than the newer Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip in the Razr Fold.

Single-core performance was about the same across the two phones and chips. The shift in multi-core performance does beg the question: Is the older Elite chip actually better-positioned for modern multitasking?

If you care about on-device AI performance, it seems having a newer chip is more important than having an "Elite" one. The base Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 averaged a Geekbench AI quantized score of 3,932, whereas the Snapdragon 8 Elite was further behind with an average score of 3,245.

GPU benchmark performance

Perhaps the most surprising part of this test was seeing the difference in GPU performance between the two Motorola flagships. I used 3D Mark's Wild Life Extreme, a 4K UHD gaming benchmark, to push each phone and processor to its limits in a one-minute test. The results were clear: the older Elite chip in the Razr Ultra 2026 is better for gaming and graphics-heavy tasks.

The Snapdragon 8 Elite processor in the Razr Ultra 2026 averaged 32.36 frames per second across the three minute-long trials. Meanwhile, the Razr Fold could only muster a 25.04 average FPS. The final scores showed the same result: the Razr Ultra 2026 averaged a 5,404 overall score, while the Razr Fold averaged a 4,181 overall score. I should note that I ran every test on the Razr Fold's cover display, so the foldable wasn't being penalized for having a larger internal screen.

Keen-eyed readers will notice that the Razr Ultra 2026's graphics performance really started to tail off in the third trial. Frame rates dipped under 30FPS, and the overall score was nearly 1,000 points lower than the first trial. This is a sign of thermal throttling, and it's a foreshadowing of what happened in our final test.

Before that, though, we have the Geekbench 7 GPU benchmark results. Oddly, each phone performed at its worst in the first trial run. Performance stabilized in the second and third runs, which is the opposite of what we're used to seeing. The Razr Fold had the highest-scoring trial, but the Razr Ultra 2026 finished with a higher average score.

Stress test results

My final test was 3DMark's Wild Life Extreme stress test. It's one of my favorite tests to run on phones, because it's excellent at showing how they will perform under sustained heavy loads.

Specifically, the Wild Life Extreme stress test forces phones to render high-resolution 4K UHD game visuals for 20 minutes. Rather than providing a single score at the end, the stress test shows how performance and temperature changed over time throughout the 20-minute test.

I planned to make a big chart showing how the Razr Fold and Razr Ultra 2026 performed under heavy loads, but I couldn't. That's because the Razr Ultra 2026 couldn't finish the stress test without overheating, and it didn't even come close.

Just a few minutes into each stress test attempt, the Razr Ultra 2026 overheated and force-stopped the Wild Life Extreme stress test. This is certainly a bad result, and it's a sign that the Elite chip might be a tad bit too powerful for the small form factor of a clamshell foldable.

The Razr Fold and its Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chip did complete the stress test with 56.5% stability. This isn't the best I've seen, but it isn't the worst either. The phone's highest stress test loop score was 4,946, and the lowest was 2,801, so there's a lot of fluctuation. It does thermal throttle, but hey, it finished.

The stress test results (or lack thereof) show why we can't just stop at classic benchmarks when evaluating phones and chips. The Snapdragon 8 Elite chip in the Razr Ultra 2026 is better in benchmarks, but the stress test failure proves you'll never be able to maximize it in sustained loads.

Verdict

Overall, it's clear that whether a phone has an Elite chip or not shouldn't factor highly into your purchasing decision. It's true that the older Snapdragon 8 Elite chip did outperform the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chips on a few occasions. However, the newer design of the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 helped it come out ahead in on-device AI performance. If anything, the takeaway here is that a base Snapdragon chip is better than an Elite chip that runs too hot for your phone to handle.

What you need to know

• Leaked renders suggest Motorola is preparing a premium Moto Watch Ultra to rival Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra.
• The Moto Watch Ultra is rumored to feature a 46mm stainless steel case with a rotating crown and LTE support.
• The smartwatch is also expected to offer built-in GPS, Wi-Fi, IP68 protection, and 5ATM water resistance.
• It's still unclear whether the Moto Watch Ultra will run Wear OS or Motorola's own smartwatch platform.

Motorola could be cooking up a proper Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra competitor.

Samsung launched the Galaxy Watch Ultra back in 2024 as its answer to the Apple Watch Ultra. Since then, the smartwatch has received a couple of meaningful upgrades and has established itself as one of the best premium Android smartwatches you can buy. Now, though, it looks like Samsung could soon have another competitor on its hands.

As revealed by The Mac Observer, the Moto Watch Ultra has leaked in a series of renders, giving us our first look at Motorola's upcoming flagship smartwatch.

From the leaked images, the Moto Watch Ultra looks very much like an upgraded version of the Moto Watch (2026), but with a much more premium design. It features a large circular display surrounded by a numbered bezel, similar to what we've seen on Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra.

The watch is also expected to feature a 46mm stainless steel case, giving it a noticeably more premium finish than Motorola's current smartwatch lineup. You can also spot a rotating crown on the side alongside an additional hardware button.

Similar to Samsung's flagship smartwatch, the Moto Watch Ultra is expected to offer LTE connectivity, built-in GPS, and Wi-Fi. The leaked specifications also point to an IP68 rating along with 5ATM water resistance.

The renders show the watch paired with a black leather-style strap featuring red stitching, although Motorola will likely offer additional color options at launch.

One big question still remains, though. Motorola moved away from Wear OS earlier this year, and it's currently unclear whether the Moto Watch Ultra will return to Google's smartwatch platform or continue using the non-Wear OS software.

Personally, though, I think launching a direct Galaxy Watch Ultra competitor without Wear OS would be a risky move, especially if Motorola plans to position it in the premium smartwatch segment.

What you need to know

• Motorola is allegedly preparing another Swarovski crystal edition phone, and it looks like the Razr 2026 is being fitted.
• The device is highlighted with a deep black colorway with shimmering crystals, diverging from Moto's previous white variants.
• The Razr 2025 had its crystal edition debut in August last year, and there's a chance this could happen again.

Motorola's latest flip foldable, the Razr 2026, finds itself in leaks late this week that claim it's getting the Swarovski crystals treatment.

The folks at The Mac Observer pointed this out to us, highlighting a few alleged renders of a Moto Razr 2026 rocking a set of Swarovski crystals. Typically, Motorola's collaboration with Swarovski delivers a quilted design, studded with clear crystals. This will reportedly continue with the Razr 2026; however, there's a change: the special edition's gone dark.

The Razr 2026 could feature a black quilted back panel covered with crystals. The bar right above the phone's cover display is said to feature three crystals, while the rear panel offers 31. Everything else about the phone is rumored to remain the same, which would be the norm for this Moto x Swarovski collaboration. The Razr 2026 features a 6.9-inch Extreme AMOLED internal screen and a 3.6-inch cover display.

The publication surprises with more, offering a glimpse into the box's contents. Rumors claim Moto's Swarovski collaboration will include the Razr 2026, a clear phone case, a USB-C cable, and a 33W adapter. Nothing's been pinned down about a release date, but we have last year's to look back on.

Shine bright

Motorola has even created a Swarovski Edition variant of the Edge 70. The design language remains the same: a quilted back, studded with crystals. One major difference is that this collaboration is usually done in white. Now, as we've seen alleged for the Razr 2026, Moto's changing it up to black. For history's sake, the Razr 2025 had its Crystal Edition debut in August last year. Again, this was in a PANTONE Ice Melt color.

Swarovski and Motorola announced the phone together, stating consumers would find "35 precisely hand-positioned Swarovski crystals, including a larger one with 26 facets on the hinge." Paired with this brilliant phone was a premium crossbody case. The rumors for the Razr 2026 don't mention a crossbody case, only the clear case and other items inside the box. If Motorola is doing anything extra, perhaps we'll hear about it soon.

After weeks and months of leaks, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is finally official. Samsung took the wraps off the lineup at its Galaxy Unpacked event in London on July 22, 2026, launching a new set of foldables. There's the Galaxy Z Fold 8, the "wider" of the two, which is set to take on the foldable iPhone arriving later this year, and then there's what Samsung calls its "Ultra Foldable," the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is the successor to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. This new "Ultra" foldable retains many of the same elements as last year's book-style foldable, but there are plenty of upgrades underneath that make it an even more compelling option this year.

And while it previously seemed like there wouldn't be much competition in the book-style foldable space in the U.S. this year, that's not quite the case. Motorola has also entered the ring with its Razr Fold.

So if you're wondering what sets the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and the Moto Razr Fold Ultra apart, and how the two compare, here's everything you need to know.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Pricing and availability

Motorola officially launched the Razr Fold in the U.S. on April 29, 2026. The book-style foldable is available for $1,899. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, on the other hand, is the more premium of the two, carrying a starting price of $2,099.

While Samsung has raised the price of its "taller" book-style foldable, Motorola has undercut the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra by $200, which is a sizable gap. On top of that, the Razr Fold comes in a single configuration with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, meanwhile, starts with just 256GB of storage and only 12GB of RAM.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Design and display

The Moto Razr Fold, at first glance, doesn't feel like an entirely new direction for Motorola. It sticks to the company's familiar design language, with a clean back, the Motorola's "M" logo in the center, a Razr logo at the bottom, and a squarish camera module housing the triple camera setup.

In typical Motorola fashion, the Razr Fold comes in PANTONE colors like PANTONE Blackened Blue and PANTONE Lily White. It also has slightly rounded corners, along with polished aluminum rails that complement the back panel.

On the other hand, Samsung hasn't made major design changes to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra compared to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. You get a similar form factor, with a taller cover screen and a more squarish inner display, in a design with flat-edged, sharp corners.

In terms of dimensions, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is pretty much the same as its predecessor. However, Samsung has made the foldable phone even slimmer, so the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is only 4.1 mm thick when unfolded.

The Razr Fold is both thicker and heavier in comparison. It measures around 160.1 x 144.5 x 4.7 mm when unfolded and weighs 243 grams, whereas the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra comes in at only 215 grams.

As for the displays, Motorola seems to have put a lot of focus on them. The Razr Fold ships with a large 6.6-inch P-OLED cover display, which is a 10-bit panel protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3.

The company claims it can hit up to 6,000 nits of peak brightness and is Pantone validated for color accuracy. It also supports Dolby Vision, but what really stands out is the 165Hz refresh rate on the cover display, something you don't usually see on foldable phones.

Inside, the Razr Fold has an 8.1-inch 2K panel. It goes up to 6,200 nits of peak brightness and supports a 120Hz refresh rate.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra keeps similar screens to last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7. That means it comes with a 6.5-inch cover Dynamic AMOLED display and an 8-inch inner display. Both displays top out at 120Hz.

The biggest upgrade this time is the less visible crease. Samsung has introduced a new Flex Titanium technology that makes the crease on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra much less noticeable than in previous generations.

We haven't had a chance to directly compare it to the Razr Fold yet, but so far it looks pretty seamless. It's pretty similar to the improvements we have seen in other foldable phones this year, including the OPPO Find N6.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Hardware and specs

At this price point, you usually expect top-tier hardware and specs, and that's exactly what you get with the Motorola Razr Fold. It ships with the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset (not the top-end Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5), but from what we've seen, it's still a very capable chip.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, on the other hand, carries the "Ultra" price tag and comes with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 for Galaxy, the same chip used in the Galaxy S26 Ultra, which sits a tier above the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 on the Razr Fold.

Samsung may lose out on starting storage with the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, but it's made major strides elsewhere on the internal hardware front. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra finally brings a much larger 5,000mAh cell, which is the biggest battery jump we've seen on a Samsung foldable in the last five years. It also supports up to 45W wired fast charging.

That said, the Motorola Razr Fold one-ups the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra here, packing a massive 6,000mAh battery, the largest we've seen on a foldable in the U.S. market. On top of that, it supports 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging, something most foldables still don't come close to.

Another hardware advantage for Motorola is the stylus support. The Razr Fold supports the Moto Pen Ultra, which you can use for note-taking or doodling on the large inner display. It's sold separately for around $100, but the phone supports it natively. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra does not support the S Pen.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Cameras

Coming to the camera setup, the Moto Razr Fold features a triple camera system on the back. It includes a 50MP primary sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide with a 122-degree field of view, and a 50MP telephoto lens with 3x optical zoom, which Motorola says can go up to 100x super zoom.

On the front, the cover display houses a 32MP selfie camera, while the inner display uses a 20MP sensor. In terms of video, the Razr Fold supports up to 8K at 30fps and 4K at up to 60fps.

For the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, Samsung has stuck with the same 200MP primary sensor we first saw on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 last year. There are major changes to the ultra-wide sensor this time around, though, as it jumps from 12MP to 50MP. The 3x telephoto sensor, however, remains unchanged at 10MP.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Motorola Razr Fold: Which foldable phone is better?

The Moto Razr Fold might be Motorola's first move into the book-style foldable market, but the company has been making foldables for over seven years now, and the Razr Fold looks like a strong entry.

It brings a large display, a big battery with some of the fastest wired charging we've seen on a foldable (even compared to many flagship phones), along with a capable triple camera setup and stylus support, making it a pretty compelling option.

And that $1,899 price tag honestly can't be ignored either. The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra isn't a bad foldable by any means, but a higher starting price than last year, less RAM in the base model, and no S Pen support, despite the upgrades to the battery, charging speeds, and cameras, all make it a tougher sell.

That said, we'll be going hands-on with both devices and comparing them more deeply in the coming days, so stay tuned.

What you need to know

• Motorola debuted the Edge 70 Max overseas with a 6.8-inch Quad HD Plus (2K) display and a smooth glass back.
• Bigger moves were made elsewhere, as the Edge 70 Max features a huge 7,100mAh battery and fully integrated Qi2.2 wireless charging.
• The phone is available in India for ₹59,999 (~$622), and there's no word yet on a U.S. release.

Motorola is expanding its latest phone series overseas in 2026. Its Max model is walking an interesting line that's putting all eyes on Moto.

Motorola debuted the newest entry to its 70 series: the Edge 70 Max. The company states this phone delivers "strong performance and power" over previous iterations. Immediately, the Edge 70 Max features a 6.8-inch Quad HD Plus (2K) display. Motorola states it has included "Extreme AMOLED" tech, which helps produce "enhanced contrast so that blacks are truly black and colors pop..." With 7,000nits of peak brightness, the Moto Edge 70 Max boasts a smooth 144Hz refresh rate.

What catches our eyes about the Edge 70 Max more are the upgrades Motorola has given it. Its press release states the phone offers a huge 7,100mAh battery with 90W wired charging. A battery like this would keep users in the game longer; however, Motorola integrated 25W Qi2.2 wireless charging, too. What's more, Motorola has placed Qi2 magnets inside the phone, meaning users won't need anything extra (other than the charger) to charge wirelessly.

Let's be real, Samsung has yet to build Qi2 magnets into its Galaxy phones.

Elsewhere, the Moto Edge 70 Max delivers a 50MP main sensor that's been Pantone SkinTone validated. The company says this "assures the camera captures results representing the vast spectrum of human skin tones." An 8MP ultrawide plus macro lens and a 32MP selfie lens round out its camera.

The design of the Edge 70 Max's back panel also leaps forward. The phone features an all-glass back, bringing about a cleaner (and slipperier) experience.

Max means power

On the power front, the Moto Edge 70 Max is equipped with Qualcomm's Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC. While this is a one-year-old chip, Qualcomm designed it to bring flagship-quality power to affordable phones. The chip targeted users who want to game on affordable devices, while also bringing AI and device performance up to par. The SD 8 Gen 5 is built on a 3nm process with Qualcomm's strong Oryon CPU cores.

Motorola says this chipset facilitates a 36% boost in CPU performance, an 11% increase for its GPU, and a 46% boost in NPU (AI-related performance). The phone offers 8GB and 12GB of RAM paired with 256GB of internal storage.

GSMArena spotted that the Moto Edge 70 Max has been announced for India. It seems like this is the only market to have received this announcement. The phone will be available on July 20 for ₹59,999 (~$622), and consumers can grab the phone in Dark Shadow, Aqua Gray, and Ice Melt. There's no word yet about a U.S. launch.

Android Central's Take

I need to remind everyone of something: in the U.S., in Q1 2026, Motorola was the only phone maker that made serious headway in a struggling market. Motorola jumped 18%, and I think it's because the company's been making some incredible moves. I saw comments from my colleagues Derrek Lee and Nicholas Sutrich when the Edge 70 Max debuted. I completely agree with them: this is interesting, especially coming from Motorola. Its foldables are already interesting to me, now a phone has caught my attention for the first time in a while.

Many retailers will regularly offer decent Motorola deals, and this next entry is a perfect option for anyone who is currently in the market. This 2025 Motorola Edge is currently just $400 at Best Buy, marking $150 in savings on last year's best Motorola phone.

The Edge is just steps behind the 2026 release, still offering Motorola's well-liked, anti-slip vegan leather backing, a good suite of cameras, and a solid battery life and charging speeds. As with any of even the best Motorola phones, the Edge going to come with some amount of bloatware. But if that isn't a dealbreaker for you, this deal might be one worth considering.

✅Recommended if: you like having a phone with a sleek design that feels luxurious and is easy to hold with one hand; you're looking for a phone that comes with a good range of camera lenses and high-quality photo- and video-taking capabilities; you value having a long battery life when it comes to phones, and you also prefer a fast-charging device.

❌Skip this deal if: you're looking for industry-leading performance and you have the budget to upgrade; you prefer phones with a long-term software update promises and you'd rather consider a device from another manufacturer; you don't want to have to purchase fast-charging hardware separately to unlock your device's best capabilities

In our 2025 Motorola Edge review, we were quick to point out some of the phone's many strengths that can be found across the Moto lineup: high-powered charging and battery life, cameras, and an excellent design with the vegan leather anti-slip back.

What's especially likable about the Edge series is its compact 6.3-inch form factor, which also doesn't compromise on picture quality. It features a pOLED, 120Hz refresh rate display, with an impressive 5,200 nits of peak brightness, all housed in a comfy, easy-to-hold device.

Perhaps the biggest downsides of this phone are Motorola's software promise of just two years, and the company's bloaty approach to OS systems. Still, at just $400, those issues might be worth putting up with, especially when considering the device's many strengths.

Motorola's latest midrange earbuds, the Moto Buds 2 Plus, aim to deliver high-quality sound at an affordable $150 price point. Compared to the regular Moto Buds 2, the Plus version adds Sound by Bose tuning, featuring 11mm dynamic drivers and 6mm micro-planar magnetic drivers. In other words, the Moto Buds 2 Plus have the hardware chops to sound as good as any of its competitors at this price point.

To realize the Moto Buds 2 Plus's potential, you'll need to tweak your software to match your listening preferences. Spatial audio is enabled out of the box, but extras like hi-res audio, gaming mode, and equalizers aren't on by default. I adjusted these settings on the Moto Buds 2 Plus, and it improved everything from sound and call quality to the multi-device connections. Here's how you can, too.

Enable hi-res audio mode

Bluetooth is often the audio-quality bottleneck for wireless headphones and earbuds. Still, there are ways to improve your sound quality without a cable within the constraints of Bluetooth. As such, the Moto Buds 2 Plus support Bluetooth 6 and the LHDC audio codec. LHDC stands for Low-Latency High-Definition Audio Codec, and it promises wireless playback at up to 1,000kbps.

By switching on the Moto Buds 2 Plus' high-resolution audio mode, you can enjoy the 24-bit/96kHz max quality offered by the LHDC codec. To do so, open the Moto Buds app, tap Sound, then press the toggle next to Hi-Res Mode. Tap Continue to start hearing music through your Moto Buds 2 Plus at the highest possible quality.

Switch on gaming mode for low latency

LDHC is the saving grace of the Moto 2 Buds Plus, and the hi-res audio isn't the only thing it offers. This codec also supports low-latency audio, which is ideal for gaming. Motorola's Gaming mode is designed to minimize latency to improve your gameplay, prioritizing responsiveness over almost everything else. However, it doesn't turn on automatically — you need to switch it on every time you want to use it.

To find it, open the Moto Buds app and tap Sound. Then switch the toggle next to Gaming mode to the on position. Remember that this low-latency audio mode automatically turns off when your earbuds disconnect from your device. Additionally, you can't use hi-res audio and gaming mode simultaneously. It's one or the other.

Play with the EQ to personalize your sound

There's one more setting in the Sound page of the Moto Buds 2 Plus settings worth paying attention to: the equalizer. Motorola offers a customizable 10-band EQ that lets you fine-tune your earbuds' sound to your liking. If you like more bass, go for that. If you prefer a more subtle bass and brighter highs, bump up the treble. You can find the EQ on the Sound page, and tapping Equalizer opens the interface.

There are four ready-to-go presets to choose from: Brilliant Treble, Bass Boost, Vocal Boost, and Flat. Or, you can build a Custom preset of your own. Simply grab the slider for one of the 10 bands and drag it up or down to adjust the gain for a specific frequency range. This gives your Moto Buds 2 Plus a personal sound you won't get any other way.

Activate Crystal Talk for clearer calling

If you plan to use your Moto Buds 2 Plus for calling, it's worth enabling the Crystal Talk feature. The toggle for this one is right on the homepage of the Moto Buds app, and flipping it on enables AI-powered noise cancellation for your calls. It amplifies your voice while blocking out unwanted environmental sounds, like wind. If you make calls in noisy environments, this setting is for you.

Share your audio with Dual connection

For those switching between devices often, the Moto Buds 2 Plus support connecting to two Bluetooth devices simultaneously. At least one of those devices has to be an Android phone, and you can set up Dual connection in the Moto Buds app. Flip the toggle next to Dual connection in the Moto Buds app on your primary Bluetooth device. Then, hold down the button on the Moto Buds 2 Plus case to enter pairing mode.

Pair your earbuds to a second device, and the Moto Buds 2 Plus will automatically juggle the connections between both devices. The earbuds will automatically play and pause audio and switch between devices based on priority. If you're listening to music on your laptop and a call comes through on your phone, the Moto Buds 2 Plus will switch to your earbuds to help you take the call.

It's a convenient feature that helps you use multiple devices at once, saving you the hassle of pairing and unpairing manually.

At $150, the Moto Buds 2 Plus make a compelling case for being your next pair of midrange earbuds. They pack impressive software features for the price, all of which are found in the Moto Buds app. After you make the Moto Buds 2 Plus your own with settings and equalizers, you'll notice the difference in quality.

What you need to know

• Motorola Edge 70 Max has appeared in the WPC database, suggesting the phone could launch with native Qi2 support.
• The certification points to Qi2.2.1 support, giving the phone up to 25W wireless charging under the latest Qi2 standard.
• The listing also mentions a Magnetic Power Profile, hinting that built-in Qi2 magnets may be included instead of requiring a case.

It looks like Motorola could beat Samsung to bringing native Qi2 wireless charging to its smartphones.

For years, iPhones were the only phones with built-in MagSafe-style magnets. Android users could get a similar experience, but only by using third-party magnetic cases. That finally changed with the Pixel 10 series last year, which became the first Android phones to ship with native Qi2 support and built-in magnets, allowing Qi2 and MagSafe-compatible accessories to attach directly to the phone.

Even when Samsung launched the Galaxy S26 series this year, it stopped short of adding full Qi2 support. The phones are only Qi2 Ready, meaning they support the underlying wireless charging standard but don't include the built-in magnets required for the full Qi2 experience. It now looks like Motorola could be next to take that step.

As spotted by Fwned (via Android Authority), Motorola is preparing to launch a new phone called the Motorola Edge 70 Max. The device has reportedly appeared in the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) certification database, confirming its name, model number, and Qi wireless charging support.

Motorola might beat Samsung to native Qi2

According to the listing, the Edge 70 Max supports Qi2.2.1, which effectively means support for the latest 25W Qi2 wireless charging standard.

The more interesting detail, though, is that the certification also references a Magnetic Power Profile, which typically indicates the presence of built-in alignment magnets. If that's accurate, the Motorola Edge 70 Max would support the complete Qi2 experience, including both the charging standard and native magnetic attachment.

We don't know much else about the phone just yet, but if this leak proves accurate, Motorola could beat Samsung to offering full native Qi2 support on its smartphones. That would be a significant step forward for Android, especially since most devices today still rely on third-party magnetic cases to achieve the same functionality.

There's still very little information available about the Edge 70 Max beyond this certification and model number confirmation, but we expect to learn more in the coming weeks.

Android Central's Take

Native Qi2 is one of those features I've wanted on every Android flagship for years. If Motorola really gets there before Samsung, that's a surprisingly big win and another way for it to stand out as it continues eating into Samsung's Android market share.

What you need to know

• Motorola's new Moto Tag 2 arrives in North America with Bluetooth 6.0, UWB support, Google Find Hub integration, and over 500 days of battery life.
• It adds Find My Phone, remote camera controls, location sharing, IP68 durability, privacy protections, and support for third-party accessories.
• The Moto Buds 2 Plus are getting new looks with Swarovski-studded Brilliant Collection and new Pantone color options while keeping the same hardware.

Motorola’s connected ecosystem is getting a little boost, but only one of its latest accessories is actually new. The company is bringing the all-new Moto Tag 2, an upgraded Bluetooth tracker that includes newer wireless technology, longer battery life, and tighter integration with Google's Find Hub network, to North America along with fresh color options for the Moto Buds 2 Plus.

In North America, the Moto Buds 2 Plus are available in the eye-catching Brilliant Collection, which pairs a PANTONE Violet Indigo finish with Swarovski crystals, or a more understated PANTONE Cool White. There is also a Canadian PANTONE Silhouette option available.

The Brilliant Collection includes 12 Swarovski crystals embedded in each earbud, plus another 41 hand-placed crystals around the Motorola logo on the charging case.

The styling is new, but the hardware is the same. The Moto Buds 2 Plus still have Sound by Bose tuning, dual 11mm dynamic drivers with Knowles balanced armature drivers, Hi-Res Audio support, Spatial Audio on compatible Motorola phones, and Dynamic Active Noise Cancellation. Transparency Mode and six microphones with CrystalTalk AI also return to enhance calls and keep users aware of their surroundings when necessary.

Motorola hasn't skimped on features, either. Bluetooth 6.0, dual-device connectivity with auto-switching, wear detection, customizable EQ, Bass Boost, low-latency Gaming Mode, Audio Share, Fit Test, and Motorola AI integrations are still present on compatible devices.

Battery life is rated at up to nine hours on the earbuds alone, or up to 40 hours with the charging case, with a quick 10-minute top-up delivering up to two hours of listening. The earbuds also boast an IP54 rating, while the charging case comes with an IPX2 splash resistance rating.

Pricing hasn’t changed much either. The Swarovski Brilliant Collection edition is priced at $200 in the US, while the PANTONE Cool White version is $150. Availability begins June 30 through Motorola’s online stores.

The bigger announcement is the Moto Tag 2. Motorola's new Bluetooth tracker includes Bluetooth 6.0 with Channel Sounding and supports Ultra Wideband (UWB) on compatible Android phones, helping you locate lost items more accurately.

It also works with Google’s Find Hub network, so Android users can find tagged items through the crowdsourced network of devices.

Motorola is also emphasizing practicality. The Moto Tag 2 runs for more than 500 days on a user-replaceable CR2032 battery, carries an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance, and works with Android 9 and newer devices.

In addition to basic item tracking, it has Find My Phone, remote camera controls, location sharing, unwanted tracking alerts, and end-to-end encryption and works with third-party accessories. Those additions make it more versatile and address growing privacy concerns around Bluetooth trackers.

Prime Day is nearing an end, but there are still plenty of great Android phone deals hanging around if you know where to look. That said, there's one product category that hasn't received enough attention during the sale: small phones. 

As you probably noticed, Android phones have been getting bigger and bigger in recent years. That's cool if you're into that kind of thing, but there is a growing population of users who would prefer something compact and powerful over a giant display that you can barely use with one hand. Fortunately, there are plenty of options available if you prefer small phones, and many of them are on sale today. 

Since it's ending tonight at midnight PST, I'll start by showcasing Prime Day deals — but if you missed Amazon's sale, don't forget that Best Buy and Walmart are also running their own rival sale events. The picks below range from no-frills budget phones to clamshell devices, so without further ado, let's dive right in. 

What is considered a small phone?

Nowadays, small phones are considered any device with a screen that's less than 6.4 inches. Considering how many modern Android phones are 6.7-inch or larger, the category is smaller than you might think. 

What time does Prime Day end?

Prime Day 2026 is set to formally end at 11:59pm PST. That means you only have a few more hours to take advantage of the best Prime Day deals until they're gone for good (or until Amazon decides to launch another sale event later this year). 

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

The whole world is watching soccer (or football, depending on where you are) right now, and I was fortunate enough to attend a game here in Seattle, courtesy of Motorola, the Official Smartphone Partner of the FIFA World Cup 2026. I took a few Razr phones with me, including the Razr Ultra 2026, the Razr Fold, and last year's Razr Ultra 2025, to capture the game while using some of Motorola's best camera features, and one of them happens to be heavily discounted for Prime Day.

The Razr Ultra 2025 launched in 2025 for $1,299, but thanks to Prime Day, you can get nearly half off at just $684. The Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr Fold aren't on sale for Prime Day, but Motorola still has some enticing trade-in discounts and hundreds of dollars worth of freebies you can get if you purchase either phone.

You can also check out this incredible deal on the Razr 2025 FIFA World Cup Edition.

• Prime Day returns June 23-26: see the full list of deals

Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup camera samples

Action Shot freezes each moment in time

Getting a good, clean image when players are constantly moving around can be tricky. Fortunately, Motorola's Action Shot feature saved the day on multiple occasions by increasing the shutter speed and freezing every moment in time.

Fortunately, Motorola made the button easy to access, right in the bottom-right corner of the viewfinder. And if you have a Razr Fold, you can take Action Shot further by zooming into the scene, so you can really get the shot from way up in the stands.

Camcorder Mode gives you smooth video

If you prefer capturing video, Camcorder Mode is the best way to get smooth video. Just fold your phone at a 90-degree angle and begin recording. On the Razr Ultra 2025, you can slide your thumb up and down or forward and back to smoothly zoom in and out at any moment. With the Razr Ultra 2026, you can do the same thing by tilting the device slightly to either side, all while keeping the video locked to the horizon with Horizon Lock.

And don't forget to turn on Dolby Vision for an extra pop of color, and make sure your resolution is set to 4K60 for extra smooth video.

Active Photos gives each image more context

Capturing fast-moving images and high-quality video is one thing, but Active Photos is a sweet in-between that captures the moments before you snap the photo. This is perfect for intense moments, especially if you capture someone scoring a goal, giving you additional context leading up to that special moment.

This feature is easy to access on the Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr Fold; just tap the Active Photos icon above/next to the viewfinder (two circles and a dot). After you capture each Active Photo, you can tap the Motion button while previewing it in Google Photos to play the video, and choose to save the moment as a separate still, a GIF, or a video. Just remember to turn on Active Photos when you return to the camera app, as it doesn't stay on.

The Cover Screen lets you take the best selfies

Perhaps my favorite way to use the Motorola Razr flip phones is to take selfies with the rear cameras and the cover screen. The external display serves as a viewfinder, allowing you to take high-quality selfies without opening the phone. You can also do this when taking photos of others: just turn the external viewfinder on using the button in the top-left corner, and your friends can see themselves before you snap the photo.

But for the best zoom...

The Razr Ultra flip phones have a decent zoom range for photos and video, but if you want some serious close-up action, you'll want the Razr Fold. I was able to capture some great images of the players and spectators with up to 10x zoom. With Super Zoom Pro, the Razr Fold can also take incredible photos at up to 50x zoom, but I found I didn't need it here. Still, the option to use up to 100x zoom is here, and whether you're shooting close-up images or video, the Razr Fold can get the job done.

Good news: Prime Day is still going on, and as we're heading into the last day, this is your reminder that if you want to save a decent chunk of cash on a phone, now is the time to do so. If you're on a shoestring budget, it may seem challenging to find an affordable device that doesn't skimp on important features. That's why I'm here. Below you'll find my top recommendations for performant Android phones that are currently priced at $400 or less during Amazon's big sale.

The cheap Android phones below include premium specs like AMOLED displays, AI features, and powerful chipsets, while some of them boast a few features that may surprise you, such as built-in stylus pens and headphone jacks. Keep reading for my top picks, and don't forget that many of the best deals will only be available for Prime members. Don't feel like paying for yet another subscription? Amazon is offering a 30-day free trial that lets you take advantage of Prime Day deals (and other membership benefits) without paying a penny. Just be sure to cancel your account before the first bill is due.

• Prime Day is LIVE June 23-26: see the full list of deals

When does Prime Day end?

Prime Day 2026 began on June 23rd and is set to run through Friday, June 26th. That gives you four full days to explore Amazon's best deals, although it's worth mentioning that Best Buy and Walmart are running rival sales that extend through Sunday, June 28th.

What is the best cheap Android phone?

We generally consider the Google Pixel 10a to be the best cheap Android phone for most people. The device boasts the perfect blend of premium specs with good old-fashioned bang for the buck, coming complete with a powerful Tensor chipset, flagship-level cameras, and a bunch of useful AI-boosted software tools. The Pixel 10a also sports a lovely AMOLED display, and like other Pixel phones, you're guaranteed seven years of OS and security upgrades straight out of the box.

More Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon Fire tablets from $50
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99

If you want to show your World Cup pride and turn heads at games or watch parties, the Motorola Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition is certainly one way to do that. I'm shocked that you're not paying a markup for the FIFA logo, either. In fact, the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition is $150 off for Prime Day, bringing the cost of this great flip phone down to just $550.

As a phone reviewer, I didn't expect to switch to a phone completely designed around the FIFA World Cup — but that's exactly what happened. This special-edition Motorola Razr is the same Razr 2025 I reviewed last year, but with a soccer-inspired design and exclusive features. I dove into the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition and found five hidden Easter eggs you only get with this special-edition variant.

• Prime Day 2026 is June 23-26: see the full list of deals

This phone has a custom FIFA startup animation

The Razr 2025 has a 3.6-inch cover screen, a 6.9-inch main screen, and a generally compact form factor. For the FIFA edition, the green color and gold World Cup logos on the back stand out. However, these are far from the only changes Motorola added to the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition. The first subtle Easter egg I noticed after unboxing the device was the phone's startup animation.

Instead of seeing only the basic "Motorola" and "Powered by Android" startup logos, the FIFA World Cup 26 Edition boots up to a background image of stadium stands and a soccer ball. You see this unique animation every time you turn your FIFA edition Razr on, and it's a cool touch. It appears whether the phone is folded or unfolded, but so you can't miss it.

Hear a custom ringtone with World Cup cheers

By default, the Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition comes with a custom ringtone you can only get on this phone. It's the "official tournament jingle," and I'd describe it as hype music. The sounds you hear on World Cup broadcasts or in a stadium, you can hear from your phone every time you receive a call. It quickly becomes a party trick that makes your Razr stand out and instantly highlights your World Cup fandom.

Enjoy a World Cup 2026 wallpaper

While perhaps not as special as the startup animation or ringtone, the FIFA wallpapers you get with this limited-edition Razr 2025 phone tie the entire experience together. The default one is a green wordmark design with the "26" logo in green, of course symbolizing the FIFA World Cup 26 games.

When you power on the Razr FIFA World Cup 26 Edition and see the exclusive wallpaper, the front and back of your foldable perfectly match to show your tournament pride.

Watermark your photos with a FIFA World Cup border

I've always found the camera watermarks offered by select Android brands to be a neat way to brand your photos. With this Razr special edition, you can add the FIFA World Cup logo as part of the watermark for your photos. There's nothing cooler than commemorating a World Cup win or remembering your gameday experience with a custom watermark.

Hold a rear case that looks like a field

I'd be remiss if I didn't specifically mention one last Easter egg on the back of the phone. Motorola says this special-edition colorway is inspired by the look of a field, and I definitely see it. The back of the phone is textured and full of shades of green and turquoise. The sides are aluminum in a green finish, adding to the grassy aesthetic.

On top of the field-inspired design, you get the Motorola and FIFA World Cup 2026 logos in gold. The entire experience feels thoughtful, and it's something World Cup fans can appreciate.

Best of all, this is a standout phone under the hood. It's not a sloppy device using the FIFA logo for clout — I gave the Razr 2025 a 4/5 star rating, and it definitely holds up in 2026. Getting this phone for $550 during Prime Day when most flagships start at over $1,000 feels too good to be true.

All Prime Day 2026 - quick links

• Phones: major savings on Pixel, Samsung, and beyond
• Wearables: up to 50% off Garmin, Galaxy Watch, and Fitbit
• Headphones/earbuds: huge discounts on Beats, Sony, and more
• Smart Home: up to 60% off Alexa devices
• Tablets: Galaxy Tab, Kindle, and Amazon tablets from $50
• Smart TVs: cheap smart TVs from $69.99
• Chromebooks: discounts on ASUS, HP, and Lenovo

T-Mobile may get all of the attention when it comes to Android phone deals, but if you're looking for an affordable wireless solution with no hidden fees or confusing contract, the subsidiary Metro by T-Mobile might be the carrier for you. 

Owned and operated by its namesake, Metro by T-Mobile offers plans that start as little as $40 per month for a single line, and you might even get a free phone when you select the right membership tier. But which plan is right for you and are the free devices worth it? Let's break it down. 

• See the full list of deals at Metro by T-Mobile

What does a Metro by T-Mobile plan come with?

All three mainline Metro by T-Mobile plans come with unlimited talk, text, and data on T-Mobile's vast network, plus you get a five-year price guarantee and access to exclusive discounts and offers on T-Mobile Tuesdays. 

Go with Metro's $50/month or $60/month plan and you'll get all of the above, in addition to mobile hotspot data, a Google One membership, and included upgrades on phones. The premium $60/month even comes with unlimited premium data and international benefits. 

Bringing multiple users to Metro by T-Mobile? All three plans get cheaper the more lines you add, dropping to as little as $25/month per line when you add four lines. 

• More MVNO deals: Mint Mobile | Visible | Boost | Tello | Cricket

Motorola's Razr series continues to be my favorite, and this year, Motorola stepped up its camera game, offering better and brighter sensors with better dynamic range and incredible zoom. But better sensors are just part of the equation: you also need to make sure your cameras are set up and primed to help you take better photos.

These are some of the camera features I changed on my 2026 Motorola Razr models to give me the best experience. Note that many of these features are available for the Razr Fold and/or the Razr Ultra 2026, but may also be available on the Razr Plus 2026 and Razr 2026.

Color

Similar to the phone's display color profile, Motorola lets you change how the Razr processes color in its images. You can find this by tapping the sparkle icon at the top of the camera viewfinder. Here, you'll find three options: Natural, Vivid, and Signature Style, though I'll mostly focus on the first two.

The Natural style offers a "true-to-life" color style, while the Vivid option boosts saturation to make colors really pop. You can't edit either of these options, but I find that the Natural color style offers fantastic color reproduction in the Razr Ultra 2026 and Razr Fold.

Like with the display color profile, I don't care for the Vivid color option, as it seems to oversaturate images, although this will obviously depend on your preference.

You can also select the Signature Style; however, this is a bit more involved and requires training the camera by editing images in the Google Photos app.

Composition

Most smartphone cameras don't enable composition features by default, but as someone who constantly tests various phones, I like to turn them on to help me compose similar shots across models. On the 2026 Razr series, you'll have to navigate to Camera Settings > Capture assistant to enable the Assistive grid and Leveler.

The Assistive grid will provide a visual rule-of-thirds grid, which is great for composing shots, while the leveler will help you keep your images level with the horizon.

Cover screen and preview

One of the benefits of having a foldable phone is the cover screen. On the Razr series, the external displays offer considerable utility, with features you can easily enable or disable. On the top left corner of the camera viewfinder, you'll find a rectangular icon. Tapping it will cycle through two features (on the Razr Fold, the screen must be open), one of which enables an external viewfinder. This lets people see themselves while you're taking photos, making it easy for them to compose themselves the way they want.

The other cover screen feature includes animated cartoons, which you can use to capture the attention of younger children. If you go into Camera Settings > Camera Cartoon, you can choose which cartoons you want on the external display or simply shuffle through them.

I also like to toggle the No Crop option for External Display Preview in the Camera Settings, which means on the Razr 2026 flip phones, you'll be able to view the entire viewfinder, not just a square cropped version.

On both the Razr flip phones and the Razr Fold, I toggle on the Instant Review option, which should flash a quick preview of the captured images on the cover screen if you don't want to turn on the live preview.

As for the Razr Fold, you can take this even further by enabling a secondary preview on the internal display. This only works when the phone is open: tap the icon furthest to the top left of the Camera viewfinder to enable the preview. Whenever you take a photo, it displays the image on one side while keeping the viewfinder open on the other, so you can continue taking photos or view scenes side by side.

Selfies and portrait

On the Razr Fold, you can take better selfies with the rear camera sensors by tapping the little person icon in the top-left corner of the camera viewfinder (when the phone is closed). This will prompt you to open your phone while keeping the camera viewfinder on the external display.

However, you can also choose whether your selfies appear as they do in the viewfinder or as you do in real life. This essentially flips the perspective of the selfie, and it is completely up to your own preference (I like to mirror the image, myself). To change this, navigate to the Camera Settings and toggle Selfie Mirror on or off, depending on your preference.

Portrait Mode is a way for smartphones to mimic DSLR cameras by applying a bokeh effect around the subject. On Razr phones, you can adjust this effect by navigating to Portrait in the Camera app carousel and tapping the ⨍ symbol. You can use the slider to change the intensity of the bokeh effect from 1 to 6, depending on your preference.

Additionally, you can use the Portrait beautifier to change your appearance by tapping the face icon. This includes options like smoothing, toning, slimming your face, and even making your eyes look larger, although I prefer to leave this feature off and let my natural beauty speak for itself 💅🏾.

Camcorder Mode

Camcorder Mode is a feature unique to flip phones, and Motorola gives you a certain level of control over it. Head to Camera Settings and tap Camcorder Mode to open the menu. You can make things easy by toggling on Auto Recording, which automatically begins recording when you fold the phone 90 degrees, or by enabling a short 3-second timer.

Additionally, the Razr 2026 series features a new Rotate to Zoom feature that will zoom in or out when you tilt the phone either way. And thanks to Horizon Lock, the video remains still even when you tilt to zoom, which is pretty neat.

Gestures

One of the best things about owning a Motorola phone is the gestures. You can enable the Quick Capture feature in Settings or the Camera Settings, which lets you open the camera by simply twisting the phone twice. You can also control which camera it opens: the rear camera or selfie camera. On Razr flip phones, you can also choose whether to open the default camera or Mirror mode.

The Razr series also has Air Gestures for the camera, which lets you take a photo just by showing your palm to the camera. It will begin a short countdown to give you time to position yourself for the image.

You can take this further with palm-based video control. Show your palm to begin recording a video, then make a fist at the camera to stop recording. You'll see a large fist icon with a circular countdown when the phone recognizes a fist. I find it quite aggressive and will see a fist when I'm not making one, so I leave this feature off.

Video

When it comes to video recording, I find it best to leave the resolution at 4K and 30fps for most scenarios. Fortunately, you can easily change the resolution and frame rate from the viewfinder. You can also go up to 8K at 30 fps, but that's overkill for most situations.

I will say that while the Razr Ultra and Razr Plus 2026 support Dolby Vision, I would keep it off. I don't like the way it processes colors, as they often appear too saturated and the lighting feels a bit overexposed. But if you have the Razr Fold, you'll find an extra button in the video viewfinder in the shape of a video recorder. Tap this to enable the Video Enhancement Engine, which greatly enhances color and tone while minimizing noise.

Additional video settings can be found in the Camera app settings, where I recommend toggling on Auto Frame Rate for better low-light video, AI Audio for Audio Zoom capabilities (focuses the mic on the zoomed-in area), and Efficient Videos for smaller video sizes.

Situational features

Razr phones have a few more situational camera features that I would recommend keeping in your back pocket, as they could come in handy when you find yourself in a situation that calls for them. Here are some features that you'll want to remember to use:

• Action Shot: If you're trying to take a photo of a fast-moving subject, tap the icon of the running person in the viewfinder. This increases the shutter speed and uses AI magic to keep the subject in focus, making it a more reliable option than the main camera mode. Only the Razr Fold lets you zoom while using Action Shot.
• Group Shot: Similar to Best Take on a Pixel, this will ensure that everyone in the shot has their eyes open so they all look their best.
• Photo Booth: This fun feature automatically takes 4 photos and arranges them into a collage. You can then edit said collage by adding additional photos and changing the layout.
• Active Photos: This saves a short clip of the scene when taking a photo. When you view it in Google Photos, you can play the video (which also includes audio) and even save it as a video, GIF, or a separate still photo (without the Motion attached). Unfortunately, this feature doesn't remain on, so you'll have to turn it on each time you open the camera.
• Horizon Lock: This is a pretty cool video feature that keeps the video locked to the horizon no matter how much you move or tilt. This is especially good for fast-moving or sports videos, giving you a super steady clip.

Some of these features are hidden in the More section of the camera carousel. However, you can tap the pencil icon and move them into the main carousel if you want quick access to them.

The Motorola Razr Fold has arrived, and there's a lot to like about Motorola's first book-style foldable. From its performance to the impressive cameras, the Razr Fold is a great first attempt at this type of foldable phone, making it a worthy competitor to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold lineup.

But even though the Razr Fold just hit store shelves, we're already looking forward to the next iteration and how the company can improve upon an already great package. So, after spending several weeks with the Razr Fold, here's what I want to see out of the Razr Fold 2027.

More colors

Lately, Motorola is known for its bold color choices, especially since partnering with Pantone a few years ago. Just about every Motorola smartphone is offered in exciting colors and finishes, such as vegan leather, Alcantara, and wood, which helps phones like the Motorola Razr 2026 stand out even more.

The Razr Fold is sort of the odd one out. Sure, Motorola still uses alternative and premium-feeling materials besides glass, which I appreciate. However, the Fold is only available in two colors, and they're basically black and white. This sort of runs counter to Motorola's color philosophy, which tends to steer away from "safe" colors.

On the one hand, I get that this is Motorola's first book-style foldable, so it wants to play it safe by offering just two color options. It is a rather expensive phone, and Motorola may use this to gauge demand for future models.

With any luck, the Razr Fold 2027 will add one or two more color options to its roster. After all, it's a great smartphone, and probably the best Motorola flagship since the Razr Ultra 2025, so I would like to see Motorola really show it off with bold color options.

More configurations

The Razr Fold is a powerful phone, and a big reason for that is the fact that Motorola paired the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 with 16GB of RAM. That's enough to run plenty of on-device AI features and tons of open apps without the phone breaking a sweat. However, with the RAM crisis inflating prices across the board, perhaps it's time for Motorola to consider offering more than just one configuration for the device.

This is a strategy Samsung utilizes with its devices. For example, it offers three RAM/storage configurations for the Galaxy Z Fold 7, starting at 12 GB/256GB and going up to 16GB/1TB, allowing Samsung to offer the phone at a variety of prices.

Motorola could do the same thing with the Razr Fold 2027, not only to benefit consumers willing to pay more for higher RAM and storage, but also to offer a cheaper model, perhaps with just 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. For many on-device AI features, 12GB is plenty, and 256GB is a good amount for many people, especially as cloud storage options become more prevalent.

This way, the Razr Fold 2027 could start at a lower price of, say, $1,700, allowing Motorola to further undercut its rivals.

Magnets everywhere

The Motorola Razr Fold has great charging specs, offering 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. That last one is particularly interesting, especially since achieving such speeds will likely require a very specific type of wireless charger, like the Motorola TurboPower 50W Wireless Charger. Wireless charging this fast is often hard to come by (it's not even on Motorola's website) or expensive.

Instead, I would love to see Motorola offer the Razr Fold 2027 with Qi2 charging capabilities, especially given how the standard is growing and how many Qi2 chargers are already out there. Furthermore, the Razr Fold should come with built-in magnets to fully take advantage of the standard, unlike Samsung's stopgap Qi2-Ready implementation.

Sure, charging may be limited to just 25W with the Qi2.2 standard, but that's still plenty quick (many Samsung phones charge at the same speed using a cable), and if you need faster charging, you could just plug it in. Frankly, I would be willing to cut the wireless charging speed in half if it means I get to attach magnetic accessories to my phone or stick the Razr Fold on a magnetic stand without needing a case.

A truly flagship chipset

Performance on the Razr Fold is pretty spectacular, despite the fact that the phone is running a sub-flagship chipset. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is a step below the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, and it's more in line with the original Snapdragon 8 Elite, albeit with lower clock speeds. Still, given how volatile smartphone pricing has been in 2026, it's no surprise Motorola didn't go for the top-of-the-line chipset, likely to keep costs down while providing plenty of performance.

It's a strategy Motorola is known for with its flagship foldables, with its previous highest-end Razr phones generally opting for sub-flagship options rather than the most premium chip available. The company changed that up with the Razr Ultra 2025, which sported the Snapdragon 8 Elite, so we hoped that would be the case with this year's Razr models.

But while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 is still a great chip, it would be nice to see the Razr Fold 2027 running on whatever flagship chipset we get from Qualcomm, which will likely be the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6. This would help it compete better with some of the best foldables from Samsung and others.

Motorola might even consider giving it a flagship MediaTek chipset, as the company isn't shy about mixing chips among the Razr series, as the lowest-end Razr flip phone usually runs a MediaTek Dimensity chipset. This could potentially help offset costs, as Qualcomm isn't exactly cheap.

And again, Motorola can help offset the cost of its next Fold by offering more configurations, giving it more wiggle room to feature a more premium chipset that we expect to see in a flagship of this caliber.

Better durability

The Razr Fold is a pretty solid phone, especially as foldables go. It has an IP48 and IP49 rating, meaning it's largely protected against water ingress and water jets. You can get it wet or submerge it, and it should be fine in most common conditions (although it's not completely waterproof).

That said, dust protection leaves a bit to be desired. That "4" means it's protected against dust particles 1mm or larger, but anything smaller could still cause some damage.

Right now, the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold is the only foldable phone with full dust protection, meaning it is possible. And given that consumers are still concerned about foldable durability, the Razr Fold 2027 should step up its protection to give them more peace of mind.

And on that note, I would like to see more cases and screen protectors available, both first and third-party. After all, you can never be too safe when it comes to a $1,900 product.

The Motorola Razr Fold has one of the best cameras on a foldable phone, thanks to its triple 50MP system and Pantone-Validated sensors. However, it's not just the sensors themselves that make the cameras great, but the software behind them.

Motorola has a few interesting tricks up its sleeve, such as Action Shot for fast-moving objects and Signature Style to create your own color science. But one interesting new feature is Frame Match, which sounds a bit like the Add Me feature on the Pixel 10.

You may not have heard of this feature, but with summer just around the corner and plenty of people likely to travel for the World Cup, the feature is perfect for taking better vacation photos, especially if you wanna be in them.

What is Frame Match?

Frame Match is a feature that helps users frame a photo just how they like it. You take a photo to create an overlay of the scene you want to take a photo of. The idea is that you can then give the phone to a friend or a friendly stranger, and they will see the overlay. You can then position yourself in the photo while the person taking it lines up the overlay with the scene in the viewfinder, ensuring it's framed exactly how you want while you're in it.

As someone who often tries to capture the best angles of others but is often underwhelmed with photos others take of me, I actually really love this idea.

Inspiration seems to have been taken from one of our favorite Pixel features. Add Me is a neat feature that lets one person take a group photo, and then they can be added into the image by giving someone else the phone and making sure they're lined up with the original photo. That way, no one is left out of the group pic.

Theoretically, you can probably do as much with Motorola's Frame Match, although I haven't tried this method yet.

For now, this feature is available on Motorola's latest smartphones, including the Razr 2026 series. It will likely come to other Motorola smartphones, such as its 2025 models, although it's not guaranteed.

How to use Frame Match

1. Open the Camera app.

2. Scroll through the carousel of camera modes until you reach Frame Match.

3. Tap the shutter button. This will take an initial image that will act as an overlay.

4. Give someone else the phone and move into the frame.

5. The person taking the photo can increase or decrease the opacity of the overlay using the slider at the bottom (they may have to tap the icon with the five squares to open it).

6. Once the images are lined up and you're positioned in the photo, the person taking the photo taps the shutter button to take the complete photo.

The result should be a photo with you in it and at the angle of your desire, ensuring you're getting the best parts of the scene into the image without having to direct the person capturing the photo. Motorola does the work for you.

This feature sounds perfect if you're traveling this summer

I don't expect to do much traveling this summer, but I can already think of some fun ideas that I would love to try out if I were. Imagine you're in Paris and want to snap a perspective shot of yourself with your finger on top of the Eiffel Tower. Or you're in Italy and want a fun shot of you "holding up" the Leaning Tower of Pisa. You know, typical tourist stuff.

Frame Match should make the process a bit smoother, especially if you know exactly how you want the scene to be captured. It's your vacation and your memories, after all, and your photos should come out exactly how you want them to.

When I received the Motorola Edge 2026, I wasn't expecting much. These mid-range offerings are usually forgettable — and I said as much in my Edge 2024 and Edge 2025 reviews. Boring design, middle-of-the-road specs, and nearly zero exciting features are the hallmarks of this price segment. But something is different about the Motorola Edge 2026.

I already had a good feeling about it from looks alone, based on Motorola's initial announcement, and I knew my intuition was right the moment I unboxed the phone. It's not just the superb design and build quality that make this phone special, though. Motorola seems to have improved every complaint I had about the Edge series over the past few years with this release, and that's definitely more than surface-deep changes.

This year has proven to be an incredible boon for the mid-range market, and that couldn't have come at a better time, too. Now, even Motorola is delivering a superb entry into a price range they've historically struggled with.

The difficulty isn't deciding if the $500-600 price range is the right segment for you to buy this year, but which company's excellent mid-range phone to choose from, and the Motorola Edge 2026 offers some very compelling reasons to say hello, Moto.

The Motorola Edge 2024 and 2025 both retailed for $549.99 at their respective launches, and neither phone felt worth that price. Despite a $50 price increase to $599.99, the Motorola Edge 2026 feels like a phone far worthier of that price tag.

The Edge 2026 is available unlocked at Best Buy and Motorola.com, while AT&T, Verizon, Cricket Wireless, Spectrum Wireless, and Xfinity Mobile will also carry the phone almost certainly at a lower price than the unlocked version.

The phone ships in a single Pantone Martini Olive colorway, which features a lovely textile-like texture on the back, complete with wonderful complementary metal accents on the camera island and around the frame.

The leading edge

Motorola's design team has grown leaps and bounds over the past three years. The Edge 2024 ushered in smoother curves for the camera hump plus improved vegan leather materials, while the Edge 2025 further improved things with an IP69 rating and better overall build quality. But those phones both suffered from poor performance, mediocre cameras, and a lack of long-term software updates. Plus, some people hated the curved glass on the front.

All but one of those problems has been fixed on the Motorola Edge 2026. Paramount to this experience is a processor and camera upgrade that made me actually enjoy using the phone, which are two things I specifically disliked about the last two years' models.

Not only that, but the Edge 2026 is substantially shorter and smaller than the Edge 2025, and it makes all the difference in the world. At nearly 10mm shorter and 2mm narrower, plus with widely curved corners and semi-curved sides that melt elegantly into the back, this phone feels incredible to hold. Motorola has officially figured out the thing nearly every other phone manufacturer seems to miss, and it makes me never want to put down this phone.

You'll also never notice its weight in your pocket, which isn't something I can say about many phones these days. A 160g phone feels like unearthing a lost treasure from a forgotten past, and it, along with the fantastic overall design, makes this the best-designed slab phone in 2026. Yes, that means even over those extremely expensive flagship models from any other company.

Despite a diminutive size and weight, this phone's battery is the same capacity as the giant Galaxy S26 Ultra, although it easily lasts about two days per charge, and it charges even faster, too. It's not quite OnePlus charging speeds, but it beats most other companies in this price range — especially Samsung. You'll easily get a day and a half with heavy usage on this, and lighter usage will certainly yield 2-days of use per charge. Just make sure to enable Charge Boost in the battery settings.

It's also got a fantastic OLED display that's completely flat (so you can find a good tempered glass screen protector), features Motorola's excellent flicker-prevention setting to disable PWM dimming, and sports true 10-bit colors (which means no temporal dithering). The biggest difference between this and a flagship display is brightness. Motorola advertises this as a 5200-nit display, but I measured actual peak brightness at just 700 nits, even with sunlight mode enabled.

A clean, bloatware-free software experience

The Motorola Edge 2026 launches with Android 16 and doesn't include the level of bloatware we saw on last year's phone. I dislike the 1Weather service that the stock weather widget uses, as it's full of ads and annoying notifications about things that are strictly not weather-related, but that's easy enough to swap out for something else.

Even some of the would-be bloat options, like the Glance lockscreen, aren't enabled by default, making this phone feel fresh and fast from the outset. Motorola's software has always been one of my preferred flavors of Android due to its excellent gesture capabilities and clean interface, and it makes this phone feel like a great middle ground between the featureless entry-level phones and the almost too feature-rich flagship models.

For example, lots of other vendors ship their phones with duplicate types of apps. Google Photos and a local Gallery app, several different AI assistant apps, more than one Files app, etc. Motorola doesn't do this, and it makes the experience better (and less confusing for a lot of people).

Even Moto AI and the Moto AI key made their way to this phone, which also supports using other AI agents besides Motorola's own, such as Perplexity and Copilot.

The only Moto AI feature I regularly used was "Pay attention," which I assigned to a double-click of the Moto AI key. This instantly starts recording and transcribing, which is something I use regularly in my line of work, but can also be incredibly handy for people who regularly attend meetings.

Solid camera performance

If I compare its camera to the Nothing Phone 4a Pro — my current favorite in this price segment — the Motorola Edge 2026 regularly pulls out better dynamic range, and I like its color science a bit better than Nothing's. The best examples of this are in the picture of the orange trampoline park, where Motorola pulls in the proper color of the LED strips on top of the trampoline netting, and in the table hockey shot, where Motorola's shot really grabs the highlight details in the table's design.

I also love the shallow depth of field on the 3x telephoto camera, which lets me get great shots of food, flowers, and distant fog-covered mountains. But I've found that Motorola's processing tends to oversharpen things when compared to Nothing, and a comparison of the details in each image proves that Nothing has a distinct advantage here.

The built-in auto macro mode is also a bit broken on this release and will automatically switch to the ultrawide macro camera, even if I disable the option. I genuinely hate using the ultrawide camera for macro shots on any phone, as it's almost always the worst-looking version of a shot. I'd much rather use the telephoto camera and step away just a bit, but I can't do that on this phone until the auto macro feature gets fixed.

Finally, a mid-range Moto phone I can recommend

Overall, though, this is Motorola's strongest mid-range offering in as long as I can remember. Maybe even their strongest yet, and its design, great performance, good camera, and lasting battery life create a genuinely good phone that you're going to love to use. That's particularly true if you're on a carrier like Verizon, which has very limited phone options.

I haven't been able to recommend a mid-range Motorola phone in years, and I'm happy to say (for Motorola's sake) that this year is different from the rest. The Edge 2026 is an excellent buy, even at full price, and some good carrier deals (and maybe even Prime Day-style sales) will make this an even better buy.

The summer travel season is upon us, which means many folks are searching for a new Android phone to accompany them on their adventures. There are plenty of devices that should serve as ideal companions when you hit the road, although finding the perfect phone for you may take a bit of research. Fortunately, I'm here to help.

When shopping for a travel-ready Android phone, you'll probably want to prioritize battery life and camera hardware first and foremost. You may also want to confirm that your new device has eSIM compatibility and a rugged build. Needless to say, I've gathered some of my favorite Android phones for travel into this guide, with versatile selections from Samsung, Google, Motorola, and beyond. Wherever you're going and however much you want to spend, your new feature-packed travel buddy can be found below. Happy trails!

Which Android phones are best for travel?

The best Android phone for travel will depend on a few factors, such as where you're going, what you'll be doing, and how much you want to spend. Taking in the sights in some famous international city? You'll want a device with a good camera. Planning a white-water rafting trip or a long-distance hike? The answer will be a rugged phone with good battery life and a high water-and-dust resistance rating.

That being said, I selected the phones above because they're some of the most versatile and complete phones on the market. The Google Pixel 10 Pro, for instance, is packed full of the latest camera tech and handy AI features such as real-time Voice Translate, while the OnePlus 15 boasts up to three days of battery life AND an impressive IP69K water-and-dust resistance rating.

What features should I look for in a travel-ready smartphone?

Like I mentioned above, desirable features in a travel phone will depend on where you're going and how you're planning to use the device. With that said, I would prioritize battery life, camera tech, and durability above all else when choosing a phone for your summer travels.

After all, modern smartphones are not just for calling and checking social media. In many situations, your Android phone will be your boarding pass and train ticket. It might also be your translator, map, and even your wallet, so it's important to choose a phone that will handle all of these jobs with ease.

What is eSIM?

Embedded Subscriber Identity Modules, or eSIM, is a digital technology on many smartphones that replaces the physical SIM card used to store user information on a device. In other words, it's a relatively new technology that lets you easily swap phones or wireless plans in minutes, rather than having to move a tiny physical chip from one device to another.

Phones that are eSIM-compatible are particularly useful when traveling, since you can quickly switch to an international phone plan directly from your device. It's also better for security reasons, since you won't have to worry about a physical chip being tampered with or stolen. Some compatible devices will even let you manage multiple eSIMs simultaneously, which means staying connected while traveling is easier than ever before.

What you need to know

• Motorola is prioritizing comfort over gimmicks with the new Edge 2026, pairing a slim, lightweight design with features built for everyday use.
• The Edge 2026 weighs just 160.5g and measures 7.22mm thin, making it one of the more pocket-friendly smartphones in a market dominated by larger devices.
• The bundled Moto Buds 2 bring premium audio features including dual-driver audio, Hi-Res Audio, Spatial Audio, and up to 55dB active noise cancellation.

Motorola has unveiled the new Motorola Edge 2026 and the Moto Buds 2, and they seem to blend a day-to-day comfort-oriented design with audio accessories designed for all-day listening.

The first thing you’ll notice about Motorola’s new phone is its design. At just 7.22mm thick and weighing only 160.5 grams, the Edge 2026 is a lot slimmer and lighter than many competing devices. That’s coupled with a slim form factor that’s becoming a rarer find in a sea of oversized phones.

Motorola may be a little on the small side, but the display is no slouch. The phone sports a 6.3-inch AMOLED screen with a crisp Super HD resolution of 2640 x 1216, Pantone-validated color support, 10-bit color depth, and up to 120Hz refresh rates. It has a peak brightness rating of 5,200 nits, which should make it far easier to see outdoors when the sun is shining directly on it.

No-nonsense daily performance

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7450 processor with 8GB LPDDR5X RAM and 128GB storage. It runs Android 16. Motorola isn’t marketing the phone as a gaming powerhouse, but the hardware should be powerful enough to easily handle everyday multitasking, streaming, social media, and productivity tasks.

On the optics side, Motorola seems to be pushing past the modest expectations of the mid-range. The rear camera setup includes a 50MP primary camera based on Sony’s LYTIA 710 sensor with OIS, a 50MP ultra-wide camera that can also be used as a macro shooter, and a dedicated 10MP telephoto camera with a 3x optical zoom. Selfie fans also get a 50MP front-facing camera. Motorola is also adding features like Adaptive Stabilization, Ultra HDR, Action Shot mode, Frame Match, and up to 30x Super Zoom to help users get more out of the hardware.

Battery life seems equally promising. Motorola has packed a 5,000mAh battery into the Edge 2026 and promises up to 50 hours of battery life under mixed-use conditions. When you need to recharge, the phone supports 60W TurboPower charging and 15W wireless charging.

One of the more practical upgrades is the durability. The device comes with both IP68 and IP69 ratings, which means it’s dustproof, water-resistant, and even resistant to high-pressure water jets. The device is also MIL-STD-810H durable with Corning Gorilla Glass 7i on the display for protection. They’re not flashy features, but the kind you’ll appreciate when your phone takes an unexpected tumble or is caught in inclement weather for the first time.

Motorola is also bundling the phone with the new Moto Buds 2. The earbuds have 11mm dynamic drivers and 6mm planar magnetic drivers, support Hi-Res Audio and Spatial Audio, and offer up to 55dB of active noise cancellation. Another highlight is battery life, with Motorola claiming up to 48 hours of total playback with the charging case. The package is completed with features like Bluetooth 6.0, dual-device connectivity, and low-latency gaming support.

The Motorola Edge 2026 starts at $600 in the U.S. and will be available through Best Buy, Amazon.com, and Motorola's online store beginning June 11. Meanwhile, the Moto Buds 2 come in at $100.

Android Central's Take

The smartphone industry has become so fixated on branding AI that the benefits of useful upgrades are often lost in marketing speak. Most users will notice a lighter phone, a brighter display, and longer battery life every single day. They’re more likely to see those improvements than an AI feature they try once and forget about. That doesn’t mean the Edge 2026 will dominate its segment, but it’s refreshing to see a company focus on practical upgrades instead of pretending every product launch needs to reinvent the smartphone. A phone that’s just better to live with is honestly more innovative than another AI-powered feature that nobody asked for.

Motorola's Razr 2026 lineup has only been out for a few weeks, but it didn't take long for retailers and wireless carriers alike to drop some exceptional deals on the innovative foldables. The Motorola Razr (2026), for instance, was already the most approachable device of the bunch, but you can get the flip phone for FREE when you add a line with an Experience or Better Value plan at T-Mobile. 

✅Recommended if: you're a T-Mobile customer who needs to add a line to your service account, but you don't want to pay for the most expensive data plans; you're interested in trying one of Motorola's new flip phones but you want to save some money at the same time.

❌Skip this deal if: you're not a T-Mobile customer and you're not willing to switch; you prefer the simplicity of unlocked phones; you can afford the Motorola Razr Plus or Razr Ultra (2026).

Just like its predecessor, the 2026 Motorola Razr remains the perfect entry-level flip phone for most people. Straight out of the box, you get two gorgeous AMOLED displays with a durable folding hinge, while under the hood you get the power of an upgraded MediaTek Dimensity 7450X chipset and a larger battery capacity than the 2025 phone. The clamshell device is also equipped with a new 50MP ultrawide lens and some new Android 16 features that are simply a blast to use.

So what's the catch? Well, the base model is a bit chunkier and less powerful than the 2026 Razr Plus and Razr Ultra, so it's worth looking around a bit to see if you can find a good deal on those more-expensive phones before you commit. 

It's also worth mentioning that last year's Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) is a better phone than the standard Razr (2026) in just about every way imaginable, and that device gets discounted pretty heavily on a regular basis. With Prime Day just around the corner, it'd be understandable if you wanted to wait and see if the last-gen phone will get a straight discount worth considering.

Don't get me wrong: the Motorola Razr (2026) a versatile, budget-friendly flip phone that should satisfy foldable enthusiasts and newcomers alike, but I'd only take advantage of this deal if you're a new T-Mobile customer or looking to switch. For everyone else, there are plenty of other Motorola Razr deals to explore.

Motorola has finally entered the premier foldables market in 2026 with the launch of the Razr Fold. First unveiled at CES 2026, the phone is now on sale, making it Motorola's most expensive smartphone today. In the time we spent reviewing it, we can confidently say that the Motorola Razr Fold gives stiff competition to Samsung and Google's offerings. But it's expensive, and in the same ballpark is yet another Motorola flagship foldable begging for your attention.

The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is the latest iteration this year, and prices have gone up, bringing it into the Razr Fold's territory. The Ultra is a more compact phone with a flagship processor while still delivering great battery life. Let's compare the two phones to see which one you should put your money on.

Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra 2026: Design and display

It might be natural to assume that the phone with the smaller footprint should also be slimmer, but that's not the case. If you're looking for slimness, the Razr Fold has the Razr Ultra 2026 beat. Unfolded, the Fold measures just 4.7mm compared to 7.2mm on the Ultra. When folded, the Razr Fold is still moderately slim at 10.1mm vs. 15.7mm on the Ultra. Size-wise, the Razr Ultra is easier to handle thanks to the smaller dimensions.

The Ultra is also far lighter than the Razr Fold, weighing 199 grams vs. 243 grams. As far as build quality and toughness go, both phones do an excellent job, with each having a unique feature. The sturdy glass and aluminum body aside, the Razr Ultra 2026 is also MIL-STD-810H certified to survive falls, but it only has an IP48 rating. The Razr Fold lacks the military certification, but it is IP48/ IP49 rated for maximum water resistance.

The displays on both the Razr Fold and the Razr Ultra 2026 are phenomenal in their own right. Let's start with the Fold, which comes with an 8.1-inch folding pOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and up to 6,200-nit peak brightness. Then there's the outer display, which is an expansive 6.6-inch panel with a 165Hz refresh rate and up to 6,000-nit peak brightness. This display is also protected by the latest Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3.

The flip-style Razr Ultra 2026 boasts a 7-inch folding screen with an impressive 165Hz refresh rate and up to 5,000-nit peak brightness. The outer display is a 4-inch edge-to-edge display with the same refresh rate and up to 3,000 nits of brightness. This screen is protected by Gorilla Glass Ceramic.

The outer displays on both phones perform very well under any condition. Touch response is great, colors are vivid, and the high brightness makes the screens easily legible even under direct sunlight. The only thing to decide here is which size you're most comfortable with. The Razr Fold has the added advantage of supporting an active stylus called the Moto Pen Ultra, but this is sold separately.

Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra 2026: Hardware and specs

The Motorola Razr Fold costs $1,899.99 at launch, and it comes in a single variant with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. Keep in mind that Motorola is known to drastically slash the prices of its phones during sales or even a few months after launch, so I fully expect a more attractive price very soon.

The processor in the Motorola Razr Fold is the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and not the 8 Elite Gen 5. It's still a flagship, though, and handles multitasking and heavy games really well. We tested it with titles like Honkai: Star Rail and Where Winds Meet at the highest settings and found no performance issues when playing.

The Razr Ultra 2026 comes in two colors and sells for $1,499 with 16GB RAM and 512GB of storage. It's $400 cheaper than the Fold, which isn't a small amount, since you can easily buy one of the best cheap phones for that difference. Motorola hasn't upgraded the processor in the 2026 version, as it uses the same Snapdragon 8 Elite from the 2025 model. This chip still has plenty of life left in it, so it's not a big deal, but I can see how it won't sit well for some, considering the price hike.

Thanks to the silicon-carbon battery tech, Motorola has managed to squeeze a massive 6,000mAh capacity in the Razr Fold, giving it incredible battery life. Charging speed is also very fast, thanks to 80W wired charging and 50W wireless charging. To get both these speeds, though, you'll need the appropriate charging adapters. There's no Qi2 charging support, which I find a little disappointing.

The Razr Ultra 2026 is no slouch, though. For its size, you still get a pretty big 5,000mAh capacity with 68W wired charging and 30W wireless charging. The battery life of both phones is really good and will easily last you a full day on one charge.

Motorola's software has generally been slick over the years, and its AI features have also gotten better, but there's still room for improvement till it reaches Samsung's or Google's level in my opinion. Then there's timely software updates and long-term support, which haven't been its strong suit. I hope the Razr Fold is the first phone to bring about that change, as for the first time, Motorola is promising seven years of OS upgrades, in line with Samsung and Google.

The incredible versatility is one of the main reasons you should consider buying the Razr Fold. You can easily open and use up to three apps at once in split-screen mode. Simply drag the app from the taskbar and choose the window size you want. There's an option to open a fourth app too, but this has to be done as a floating window. Then there's Desk Mode, which turns the Fold into a smart desk display showing you the clock, calendar, and upcoming tasks. All of this is handled beautifully without any hiccups.

The Razr Ultra 2026 also has some software tricks, but not on the same level as the Fold. My main gripe, though, is that the software update commitment is still three years for this phone, which could have easily been longer considering the Fold gets seven.

Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra 2026: Cameras

The Motorola Razr Fold has more cameras than the Razr Ultra 2026, and arguably even better ones. Our in-depth camera review of the Fold blew us away with its amazing quality against phones like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Honor Magic V6. Motorola has truly stepped up its camera game with fantastic Sony Lytia sensors. You get three 50MP sensors on the back, and 20MP and 32MP selfie cameras for the outer and inner displays, respectively.

The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 gets a new camera sensor and a few new camera features, which are cool. The updated Camcoder Mode lets you perform zoom-in or zoom-out actions by simply twisting your wrist, all while keeping the horizon locked. The lack of a dedicated telephoto camera limits the zoom capability of the Ultra, though.

Motorola Razr Fold vs. Razr Ultra 2026: Which one should you buy?

If you're planning to spend more than $1,500 on a foldable, I would strongly recommend the Motorola Razr Fold over the Razr Ultra 2026. The Fold is the more versatile phone; it's slimmer, has better cameras, bigger displays, and lets you be more productive if you also throw the stylus into the mix.

The form factor might take some getting used to, but when it's folded, it should feel like a standard smartphone. Plus, you'll have many more years of OS upgrades, which is important when you're spending this sort of money.

The Razr Ultra 2026 is simply too expensive for what it offers. If it's the flip style you're after, then I suggest picking up the 2025 Razr Ultra at a much lower price while you can. You won't be losing out on much compared to the 2026 model, plus you can save a good chunk of change for accessories like a fancy case.

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is rumored to be announced later this month, but you don't need to wait to score a great deal on a powerful 2026 foldable. The Motorola Razr Fold finally dropped on May 21st, and while we haven't seen too many offers just yet, there are a couple noteworthy deals that deserve a closer look.

The new Motorola Razr Fold sports a durable folding hinge with an ultra-lightweight design that should give Samsung a run for its money, plus you get two stunning AMOLED displays and superior protection from the Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 construction. The foldable phone is also powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and features an enormous 6,000mAh battery that belies its thin build, 16GB of RAM, and 512GB of storage as standard.

The best part is that the phone starts at $1,899 before any deals are applied, which makes it considerably cheaper than the rumored price on Samsung's Z Fold 8 (according to leaks). Still, 1,900 bucks is way too expensive for a smartphone, so let's take a look at the best ways to save money on the Razr Fold this month. Didn't find anything today? Check back later: I expect Motorola will share more deals once Samsung launches the competition.

Quick links

• Motorola Razr Fold review: ★★★★⯪
• See the best Motorola Razr (2026) deals of June 2026
• T-Mobile: get $1,100 off with eligible line
• Motorola: up to $500 off w/ trade-in, free earbuds and smartwatch
• Verizon: TBA
• AT&T: TBA

Motorola Razr Fold deals

Didn't find anything today? Check back later to see what's new: more Motorola Razr Fold deals are sure to go live in the coming weeks.

Motorola's first book-style foldable phone has finally hit the streets, but most folks will have a tough time affording the Razr Fold without a good deal. Fortunately, T-Mobile has you covered with an offer that will get you the innovative smartphone for FREE when you add a line with the Experience Beyond plan. No trade-in is required, and both new and existing T-Mo customers are eligible. Enough said. 

Although the Motorola Razr Fold was officially released on May 21st, few retailers carried the phone at launch and even fewer were offering it at a reasonable price. By giving away the Razr Fold for free, T-Mobile is clearly trying to be the one and only spot where folks should seriously consider ordering the foldable phone today.

• See the full list of deals at T-Mobile.com

We've been waiting a long time for Motorola to release its book-style smartphone, and the Razr Fold doesn't disappoint. Straight out of the box, you get an ultra-thin, lightweight device with two glorious pOLED displays and a durable folding hinge that should make Samsung nervous. 

The foldable is also equipped with a huge 6,000mAh display (a shocker given its thin build), the powerful Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset, and 16GB of RAM for unstoppable performance.

Motorola still lags a bit behind the competition when it comes to AI features and first-party accessories, but the OEM has clearly proven that Samsung and Google aren't the only companies that can produce outstanding foldable phones for the masses. 

Just like the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold, however, the main sticking point with the Razr Fold is going to be its steep $1,700 price tag. Fortunately, there are T-Mobile deals like this to lessen the blow. Unless you plan to grab the phone unlocked during the upcoming summer sale season, this is the only Motorola Razr Fold deal that you should be considering right now.

Interested in trying one of Motorola's latest Razr flip phones? Check out my guide to the best Motorola Razr (2026) deals of the month, where I share all of the best offers on the base model Razr, the Razr Plus, and the premium Motorola Razr Ultra.

Motorola officially unveiled the 2026 Razr series in April 2026, and to nobody's surprise, it was just a mild refresh of the 2025 models. The base Razr 2026 model has been Motorola's most popular so far, which is why it gets four new colors compared to the rest. Other than a few nips and tucks, Motorola has done something unexpected. It slashed the Razr 2026's base storage to 128GB (depending on where you get it) and raised the price by $100. It's a rather odd strategy to pull for your most popular model, but here we are.

While the 2026 Razr doesn't make much sense if you already have the 2025 model, what about the 2024 Razr? Units of this two-year-old model are still being sold online and at nearly half the price of the 2026 model. We absolutely loved the 2024 Motorola Razr, so this really begs the question — which one do you buy?

Motorola Razr 2026 vs. Razr 2024: Design & displays

Even after two years, the 2026 Motorola Razr has the exact same dimensions and weight as the 2024 model. I was hoping for a slimmer and lighter phone, but that hasn't happened. Both phones are 7.3mm thick when unfolded and 15.9mm when folded. They weigh 188 grams, which isn't bad and is about the same as the Galaxy Z Flip 7. The good news is that phone cases should be interchangeable, so you'll have plenty of variety.

What has improved is the dust protection. From just an IPX8 rating on the 2024 Razr to an IP48 rating on the 2026 model, you should expect stronger resilience against solid particles. The 2026 model is also MIL-STD-810H-certified for ruggedness, a feature absent even on the 2025 Razr. Hinge durability has also improved from stainless steel on the 2024 Razr to titanium on the 2026 model.

On the surface, both phones might look quite identical, but the 2026 Razr is sturdier and more durable.

Like the dimensions, the displays on both models are pretty much the same, too. The 2026 Razr and 2024 Razr feature 6.9-inch folding screens with 120Hz refresh rates and up to 3,000-nit peak brightness. The external display is the same, with a 3.6-inch AMOLED panel, a 90Hz refresh rate, and up to 1,700-nit peak brightness.

Usability should be nearly identical on both phones. The 2024 Razr's displays were a joy to use during our review, with excellent sunlight legibility, snappy touch response, and fantastic colors. The massive outer display lets you use most apps without needing to unfold the phone, which we found mighty convenient.

Since there haven't been any major changes to the displays on the new model, you should have a similar experience no matter which you choose.

Motorola Razr 2026 vs. Razr 2024: Specs & hardware

The Motorola Razr 2026 starts at $800 for the 256GB model. There's also a 128GB variant available at carrier stores like Verizon. This is quite the price bump for minor changes, and what used to be a $700 phone with the same storage. It comes in four PANTONE shades (shown above) called Hematite, Violet Ice, Bright White, and Sporting Green.

The 2024 Motorola Razr isn't officially sold on Motorola's site anymore, but you should easily find it on other platforms like Amazon for around $399. This is for the 256GB variant, which makes it an incredible value. The 2024 model comes in three shades: Koala Grey, Beach Sand, and Spritz Orange. Finding the shade you want might get tougher as there are probably limited units in circulation right now.

You can see the full specifications comparison in the table below.

The Motorola Razr 2026 uses an updated MediaTek Dimensity 7450X SoC, compared to the Dimensity 7300X SoC found in the 2024 Razr. In our experience using the latter phone for a better part of a year, performance was never really an issue. Apps and games ran smoothly on the 8GB of RAM, and the same should be true for the 2026 model. The upgraded SoC should help deliver more efficient AI performance, too.

Battery life should get a nice boost with the 2026 Razr thanks to the larger 4,800mAh battery. The 2024 Razr already got a nice boost in battery life with its 4,200mAh capacity, and the newer model should do even better. Charging speeds have stayed the same with both models supporting 30W wired and 15W wireless charging.

The 2026 and 2024 Motorola Razr models have been promised three Android OS generation updates. The 2026 model ships with Android 16, while the 2024 model came with Android 14. Motorola seemingly rolled out the Android 16 update for the 2024 Razr a few months ago, which leaves it with just one upgrade left: Android 17.

When we reviewed the 2024 Razr, not all of the advertised software features had launched yet, but over time and with subsequent updates, things got a lot better. Motorola's AI features have also matured a lot since then, but still trail behind what Samsung and Google offer.

Motorola Razr 2026 vs. Razr 2024: Cameras

One of the biggest underwhelming things about the Razr 2024 was the camera experience. The main 50MP sensor was good for most casual shooting sessions, but the 13MP ultrawide was average at best. Apart from that, the camera app was quite finicky in the beginning with random stutters and slowdowns, but this improved with updates. More than anything, we were a bit disappointed by the overly processed look of all the photos the 2024 Razr took.

These issues have been mostly fixed with the 2026 Razr. Colors are handled better, although the Razr 2026 can still struggle with dynamic range. The ultrawide experience is better thanks to the 50MP camera sensor. Video recording capabilities are the same on both phones, with the maximum supported resolution being 4K at 30fps.

Motorola Razr 2026 vs. Razr 2024: Which one should you buy?

The Motorola Razr 2026 is the more future-proof phone for sure, but I can't recommend spending $800 on it right now, since we all know the price will drop in the next few months. Motorola is famous for delivering deep discounts on its products during sales, so it's only a matter of time before we see a correction. The 2026 Razr will deliver better battery life, better gaming performance, and will get more OS updates. But if you just want the Razr experience without spending so much, I'd say settle for the 2024 model.

The Razr 2024 is still one of the best Motorola phones out there, and you're really not losing out too much in my opinion. It's still due to get Android 17, the displays are practically the same as the 2026 model, and battery life is solid. Plus, at just $400, there isn't any better foldable at this price, so you'd better grab it while stocks last. Even after the final OS upgrade, the phone should continue to get security updates and patches for another year or so.

If you currently have the 2024 Razr and are not having any major issues, you might want to skip the upgrade to the 2026 model, and there isn't that much new to justify upgrading.

What you need to know

• Research company, Omdia, reported on the U.S. smartphone market for Q1 2026, stating it has dipped by 3% YoY.
• The company says that rising memory and storage costs aided this decline, as well as "restrained carrier upgrades."
• Samsung dropped 5% YoY, but it still led the charge for Android, taking up 24% of the market; however, Apple (down 3%) took the number one spot with 60%.
• The only Android maker to go positive was Motorola, which marked an 18% growth in the U.S. smartphone market.

Reports discussing how smartphones performed in Q1 are surfacing, and they're telling the story of a struggling market.

The research company Omdia shared a press release this morning (May 27), highlighting how the U.S. smartphone market performed in Q1 2026. According to its research, the market did not perform as well YoY (year-over-year). Omdia states the market dipped by 3% YoY in Q1, as companies shipped 33.4 million units across the country.

The cause? Omdia says "shipments were pressured by a more restrained carrier upgrade environment, rising memory and storage costs, and delayed device launches that compressed sell-through for key premium models." Though the decline was "modest," Omdia could not ignore the aforementioned catalysts behind the market's decline in Q1.

The situation breaks down company performance, too, with Apple leading the charge with 60% of the U.S. phone market. However, the company isn't unscathed, as Apple posted a 3% dip in Q1. Coming in second is Samsung with 24% of the U.S. market, shipping 7.9 million phones. Omdia says that the Korean OEM actually marked a 5% decline, which was likely aided by the late Galaxy S26 launch. It also states that despite the S26 series' later debut, it outperformed the Galaxy S25 by 25% in pre-orders.

Google fell quite short, shipping 800,000 phones in Q1 and accounting for 3% of the market. However, Motorola made a splash early this year. The company took up 11% of the market from January to March, and is the only company that went positive with an 18% growth. Omdia's data suggests this could be attributed to its "refreshed" Moto G selection.

A lot of moving parts

Omdia breaks down the market in terms of sectors, such as the premium and entry-level (even mid-range). Its report says that the premium market (devices priced $800 or more) saw a small 1% decline in Q1. Curiously, entry-level devices increased by 8%. These phones, typically priced under $300, could've been aided by prepaid plans and the like. The research company predicts that the struggles hounding the market early in 2026 will continue.

It projects that 2026 could decline by 4% overall for the U.S. smartphone market.

We're having a different discussion than we were earlier this year when Q4 2025 reports came out. Now, this was a different story, as that report concerned global smartphone shipments. Either way, globally, smartphones rose by 2.3%, and Samsung and Apple led the charge. Samsung shipped 61.2 million units globally in Q4 2025, taking up 18.2% of the market. Apple took up 24.2%, shipping 81.3 million units.

What you need to know

• Motorola was accused of slipping an affiliate link to users' Amazon purchases when using the app, discovered on its recent 2026 foldables.
• Another report states that the company would briefly throw users into a fake website link (and use a false affiliate code) from a real fashion influencer who utilizes neither.
• Motorola delivered a statement to Android Central, stating that this issue was "unintended" and that it has worked "quickly" to resolve it.

There's been some questionable activity from Motorola recently regarding its interactions with your Amazon purchases.

This issue was first reported on the Android subreddit by a user with a Razr Ultra 2026. According to their report, the pre-installed "Smart Feed" app supposedly slips into shopping apps to "steal affiliate revenue" (via TechRadar). In practice, the user states that opening the Amazon app on their phone would "instead open the browser and send me to some sketchy looking url, which then redirects to amazon.com with an affiliate code."

It gets even stranger when the user states they went through their device's network traffic and found that Motorola was constantly pinging "devicenative.com." It's under the assumption that Motorola relied on Device Native for this process. Slipping in an affiliate link would award Moto a cut of your Amazon purchase, even though you have never interacted with an official or appropriate affiliate link from the company. It's worth noting that it's not confirmed if this affiliate link was offering a cut to Motorola (which only makes this weirder).

A post by 9to5Google went into more detail, stating the redirect link that would briefly appear in Chrome before your Amazon app sent users to a fake website for a fashion influencer. The publication says that not only does the influencer not list this website on any of their pages, but their affiliate code doesn't line up, either.

Android Central reached out to Motorola about this issue. The company delivered the following statement:

This is a curious issue

It's interesting to say the least that this was a function of the Smart Feed app to begin with—and never caught beforehand. Regardless, much like our friends at TechRadar, we're also getting strong flashbacks to what Honey's Chrome extension did. You might've seen Honey mentioned everywhere before. Nowadays? Not so much. The platform was caught in some shady affiliate link dealings. During purchases, it would quietly swap out affiliate links from reputable creators and influencers for its own codes.

This would slide over a cut of the purchase to Honey, instead of where it should've gone. Since then, Google has severely cracked down on shopping extensions available for Chrome. The company tightened its rules and banned the possibility for shopping extensions to add their own affiliate links or mess with your shopping cookies.

Android Central's Take

I think we're all thinking the same thing right now. Motorola's response to this is... timely. It was quick to "rectify" this issue that users have experienced with its app and the Amazon app. The entire situation is weird, though. I'm not entirely sure this will be the end of it, considering how big of a mess this has become. It's clashed terribly with users online, and information like this only makes more people raise a brow.

The new Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is an excellent phone with one big problem: its price. With its retail tag of $1,499.99, the clamshell device is simply out of reach for many folks, which has led some to consider the last-gen Razr Ultra as a viable alternative.

Last year's Ultra is just as good as the 2026 phone in many ways, after all, and thanks to a new deal from Amazon, you can get the unlocked Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) for as little as $699.99 today. That's a full $800 cheaper than the 2026 Razr Ultra, which makes going last-gen seem like a no-brainer for as long as this deal is active. How do the two phones compare, and what are you sacrificing by going with the 2025 Razr Ultra? Let's break it down.

Skip the 2026 Motorola Razr Ultra — last year's model is $800 cheaper at Amazon today 

✅Recommended if: you want a powerful clamshell smartphone and you don't mind going last-gen; you prefer the simplicity of buying phones unlocked.

❌Skip this deal if: you want the latest in flip phone technology, and you don't mind paying for it; you want to wait and see if the Motorola Razr Ultra (2026) gets discounted this summer.

Before I start comparing the two phones, it's worth judging the Motorola Razr Ultra (2025) on its own merits. As far as overall bang for the buck is concerned, you can't really do much better than last year's Ultra. The clamshell device still impresses with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor and 16GB of RAM, plus you get a titanium reinforced hinge, all-day battery life, and 512GB of battery life straight out of the box.

The 2026 version of the Razr Ultra upgrades the battery life and camera tech, but that's pretty much it. There's no new chip, the displays are largely identical, and you don't get any added software support. They're both great phones, to be sure, but unless you're an avid Motorola enthusiast or money isn't an object, there's really no reason to go with the 2026 model over last year's version.

That said, there is one more thing to consider. The fact that Motorola increased the price of the Ultra by $200 likely isn't sitting well with consumers, so I wouldn't be surprised if the company decided to discount the phone (and the rest of the 2026 Razr lineup, for that matter) during the upcoming summer sale season. Prime Day 2026 is just around the corner, after all, and you never know what Amazon discounts lay ahead.

Motorola's latest lineup of foldable phones has finally arrived, and while we haven't seen too many Razr (2026) deals just yet, there's one offer that deserves your immediate attention. 

For a limited time, AT&T will give you the new Motorola Razr Plus 2026 for only $4.43 per month when you join the carrier and add a line with an unlimited plan. No trade-in required!

Only new customers are eligible and you'll have to use an installment plan to be eligible, but if you're interested in trying one of the world's best flip phones for as little cash as possible, this Motorola Razr promotion is worth the small amount of fine print. 

• See the full list of AT&T deals available today

Get the 'best flip phone for the price' for less than $5 per month at AT&T

Usually priced at $1,099.99 for the 256GB configuration, the brand new Motorola Razr Plus (2026) is compact and versatile, with two gorgeous pOLED displays, a titanium hinge, and 12GB of RAM straight out of the box. 

The flip phone is also powered by the efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor, plus you get an upgraded battery, some new camera tech, and five years of software updates guaranteed. 

Technical specifications aside, the Motorola Razr Plus (2026) simply feels good to use. It has the same dimensions as its predecessor — which means Razr Plus 2025 cases will fit — and the feature-rich software means you will continue discovering new useful tricks on the phone for many months to come.

Of course, nothing's perfect, so what's the catch? Well, the 2026 Razr Plus isn't a dramatic improvement over its predecessor (it even uses the same CPU), so there's no need to rush to AT&T's website if you're still happy using your Razr Plus (2025). It's also worth mentioning again that this AT&T deal is only available to new customers, and you'll still have to pay the $35 activation fee before you can receive the new phone.

All in all, AT&T's deal is a great opportunity if you're looking for a new wireless plan and a new flip phone in one fell swoop. If you can afford to spend a little more and the need isn't urgent, however, it may be worth waiting a bit to see what other Motorola deals are on the horizon.

Over the past two weeks, I had the Motorola Razr Plus 2026 folded up in my pocket. Its diminutive form factor felt comfortable and reassuring, but also like déjà vu. I've used this phone before — twice, in fact — and while I love using it, there was nothing fundamentally different from my previous experience with the 2024 and 2025 Razr Plus.

So I performed a little experiment. During my review, I swapped my wife's Razr Plus 2024 for the 2026 model to see what she thinks. While I use dozens of different phones all year long, she's been faithfully using the Razr Plus 2024 for nearly two years now, and used two Samsung Z Flip models before that. She's an avid flip phone fan, and the seemingly minuscule upgrades on this year's Razr Plus were exactly what she was looking for.

Looking at Motorola's marketing and the even more anemic spec sheet, you might wonder why. This year's phone has identical dimensions and weight to the previous two years of Razrs, and it even shares the same processor as the Razr Plus 2024 that I upgraded her from. For $100 more, it doesn't seem like you're exactly getting much from this model, but usage has proven that feeling wrong.

While I used it to snap pictures of the annual Bonsai festival in town over the weekend, or went on a local version of a Spartan race the next day, I never ran into battery life problems, something that can't be said of some previous Razr models. That part was my wife's favorite upgrade on the phone as well, and we both noticed the camera upgrades right off the bat.

And the phone wasn't done surprising me. While "the same look at last year's phone" is often a negative point, it's not just because of a lack of excitement; it's because you also have to buy new cases and other accessories to work with your phone. The Pixel 10a is a perfect example of this annoying design tweaking. With the Razr Plus 2026, you don't have to get new cases. They all fit perfectly, and that's exactly how it should be in these iterative upgrade years.