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Motorola's Android 17 rollout begins with Razr Ultra, bringing Qira AI and Dynamic Island-style updates
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Motorola's Android 17 rollout begins with Razr Ultra, bringing Qira AI and Dynamic Island-style updates

Motorola has begun rolling out Android 17 to the Razr Ultra 2026 in the US, marking the start of a major update cycle for its flagship devices. The 4.1GB update introduces Hello UI 17, featuring a redesigned Live Updates pill similar to Apple's Dynamic Island, customizable AI Key functions, and the Qira AI assistant. While the update arrives faster than previous cycles, Motorola's support window remains shorter than competitors like Samsung and Google.

Motorola's 'Razr Flex' leaks specs: compact wide foldable to launch in December
technology12 days ago

Motorola's 'Razr Flex' leaks specs: compact wide foldable to launch in December

Motorola’s upcoming wide-format foldable, internally named 'Razr Flex' and codenamed 'Parker', is expected to launch in mid-December. Leaks indicate a 6.92-inch inner OLED screen with a 165Hz refresh rate, a 4.97-inch cover display, and a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 processor. The device features 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and a 5,000mAh battery with 25W wireless charging. It measures 110 x 149 x 5.8 mm unfolded and weighs 215g. The phone will run Android 17 and is available in Coriander and Dark Botanical Garden colors. While smaller than the iPhone Duo and Galaxy Z Fold 8, it is thicker than both rivals.

Motorola Signature 27 Confirmed as First Non-Pixel Device for GrapheneOS
technology16 days ago

Motorola Signature 27 Confirmed as First Non-Pixel Device for GrapheneOS

GrapheneOS has officially confirmed that the Motorola Signature 27 will be the first non-Pixel smartphone to support the privacy-focused operating system. This development breaks Google's long-standing monopoly on hardware compatible with the OS. The device features the Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip, which includes the necessary security features for GrapheneOS. While pre-installation is not yet planned, users will likely be able to install it post-purchase. This move follows a partnership announced at MWC 2026 and precedes broader support for other Motorola models.

technology17 days ago

Motorola Signature 27 Specs Revealed: 200MP Telephoto, 165Hz Display, and B&O Audio

The Motorola Signature 27, announced on September 22, 2026, features a 6.8-inch 165Hz LTPO AMOLED display, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset, and a 200MP periscope telephoto camera. It includes a 6,000mAh battery with 90W wired charging, IP68/IP69 water resistance, and Bang & Olufsen-tuned audio. The device runs Android 17 with seven years of OS updates and is expected to release in Q4 2026.

Motorola Signature 27 Debuts with Unconventional Design and New Snapdragon Chip
technology17 days ago

Motorola Signature 27 Debuts with Unconventional Design and New Snapdragon Chip

Motorola has unveiled the Signature 27, a new flagship smartphone featuring a distinctive furniture-inspired aesthetic and the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 processor. The device prioritizes on-device AI capabilities and advanced thermal management, though pricing and full camera specifications remain undisclosed.

Motorola’s Signature 27 Teased by Official Banners, Could Debut by End of 2026
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Motorola’s Signature 27 Teased by Official Banners, Could Debut by End of 2026

Motorola appears to have confirmed a follow-up to the Signature via European promo banners and a teaser image, hinting at the Signature 27 with a larger rear camera and a high-end chipset. While no official launch date is given, the company’s promotions suggest a unveiling—and potential wider release—by the end of 2026, with US availability still uncertain. If it follows Signature 26, expect strong cameras, a slim profile, and a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6-class processor.

Motorola Reboots Wear OS with the Moto Watch Ultra at IFA 2026
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Motorola Reboots Wear OS with the Moto Watch Ultra at IFA 2026

Motorola has unveiled the Moto Watch Ultra at IFA 2026, a flagship Wear OS 6 smartwatch with LTE eSIM, Polar health insights, and a $349.99 price. It runs Snapdragon W5 Plus Gen 1, features a 1.5-inch pOLED display at up to 2,700 nits, 2GB RAM, 32GB storage, and 5ATM water resistance, with up to two days of battery life and a 15-minute fast charge. Availability starts September 10 (Verizon on Sept 24), with carrier expansion in the following months and Google services including Play, Wallet, Gemini, and Qira AI included.

Motorola reveals Edge 70 Plus, Swarovski Razr 70, and Watch Ultra at IFA 2026
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Motorola reveals Edge 70 Plus, Swarovski Razr 70, and Watch Ultra at IFA 2026

Motorola kicked off IFA 2026 with three major launches: the Edge 70 Plus, a Pantone-finished flagship featuring a 6.78-inch 144Hz AMOLED, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, up to 8GB RAM, a 200MP main camera, and a 6,500mAh battery with 45W charging; the Watch Ultra, a 46mm Wear OS smartwatch with LTE, Polar health features, and up to two days of use; and the Swarovski-edition Razr 70, priced at $900 with crystals, a 50MP main camera and 4,800mAh battery. Motorola also introduced the Snap, a 25W Qi2.2 magnetic charger (€40 in Europe) that supports faster charging up to 30W on compatible devices, with region-by-region availability in coming weeks.

Motorola Edge 70 Plus Joins the 200MP Camera Club at IFA 2026
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Motorola Edge 70 Plus Joins the 200MP Camera Club at IFA 2026

Motorola unveiled the Edge 70 Plus at IFA 2026 with a 200‑megapixel main camera, 10x Super Zoom, 4K video, and optical image stabilization, plus Pantone-approved color options (Mountain View, Gray Lilac, Milky Blue, Sage). The device features a 6.78-inch 144Hz Extreme AMOLED display, a 6,500mAh battery with 45W charging, Gorilla Glass 7i, Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, 8GB RAM, and 128/256GB storage, along with dual stereo speakers and Dolby Atmos. Google Gemini runs natively on the phone with Gemini Live and Circle to Search features. Pricing and availability haven’t been announced, and while 200MP cameras are trending, processing and sensor quality will determine real-world image quality in a crowded market.

Motorola Unveils Swarovski-Crystal Razr in Matte Black with Leather-Inspired Texture
technology1 month ago

Motorola Unveils Swarovski-Crystal Razr in Matte Black with Leather-Inspired Texture

Motorola launched a new Swarovski-crystal edition of its Razr flip phone in Pantone Meteorite black featuring a quilted leather‑inspired texture. It keeps the same internals (MediaTek Dimensity 7450X, 8GB RAM, up to 256GB), dual displays (3.6-inch external and 6.9-inch AMOLED main), 50MP camera, and a 36‑hour battery. Priced at $900, it goes on sale Sept. 10 with a free Swarovski‑crystal Moto Buds 2 Plus and base Moto Watch for early buyers. Motorola also introduced the Moto Watch Ultra with LTE, dual‑band GPS, Wear OS, NFC, and a two‑day battery for $350, also releasing Sept. 10.

GrapheneOS Expands to Motorola Flagships and Razr Foldables
technology1 month ago

GrapheneOS Expands to Motorola Flagships and Razr Foldables

GrapheneOS announced it will start official support for Motorola devices next year, beginning with flagship phones and later adding Razr foldables; the project aims to bring its privacy‑focused, de-Googled Android to Motorola hardware, with hardware security requirements (memory tagging, secure element) influencing timelines. The team expects next‑gen Snapdragon 8 Elite chips to meet its standards, targeting Motorola’s 2027 devices for initial support, while cheaper models would need stronger security features and longer software commitments.

Six Androids keep microSD storage alive in 2026
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Six Androids keep microSD storage alive in 2026

RAMageddon is lifting RAM and storage costs, but six budget/midrange Android phones still offer microSD expansion: Samsung Galaxy A55 5G, Moto G Power (2025), Moto G Stylus (2026), TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro, Samsung Galaxy A17 5G, and Sony Xperia 10 VII. They provide microSD storage (up to 1TB on the A55 5G; up to 2TB on the TCL NXTPAPER 70 Pro and Xperia 10 VII), solid battery life and varied performance at prices roughly from $200 to $550, giving storage-conscious buyers expandable storage without flagship prices.