Motorola brings AI to flip phones with new RAZR lineup
Motorola has launched its next-generation Motorola RAZR family in North America, introducing AI-powered flip phones across three tiers: the Motorola RAZR Ultra, Motorola RAZR+, and Motorola RAZR. The new lineup offers smarter experiences, iconic design, performance, and camera upgrades, along with new companion devices for a complete ecosystem experience.
The new RAZR family is backed by moto ai, a proactive and intuitive companion that evolves beyond a traditional assistant. moto ai features include Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, and Remember This, which are newly evolved and available straight out of the box. Other captivating experiences accessible from the external display include Next Move, which recognizes what’s on the screen and offers suggestions for next steps, and Smart Connect with AI, which allows users to pull up items with a simple voice or text command.
The Motorola RAZR Ultra is powered by the industry-leading 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform, making it the most powerful flip phone in the world. It delivers 45% faster CPU, 40% faster graphics, and next-level AI performance thanks to a dedicated on-device AI engine. The Motorola RAZR+ features the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, providing groundbreaking AI capabilities and speeds up to 3.0 GHz for fast multitasking and efficiency. The Motorola RAZR is the first flip phone with the new MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor, boosting AI performance by as much as 15% compared to the previous generation.
The new RAZR family boasts a more durable construction, with a titanium-reinforced hinge plate that’s 4x stronger than surgical-grade stainless steel. The phones also feature IP48 protection, withstanding submersion in 1.5 meters of water for up to 30 minutes and protecting against dust. The Motorola RAZR Ultra has the toughest external display of any RAZR, offering 10x better drop performance with Corning Gorilla Glass-Ceramic.
The new RAZR family offers advanced camera systems, with the Motorola RAZR Ultra featuring a triple 50MP camera system powered by moto ai. The Motorola RAZR+ has a 50MP high-res camera with 32x more focusing pixels, while the Motorola RAZR offers a 50MP camera system with a 13MP ultra-wide and Macro Vision lens. moto ai brings exceptional camera hardware to the next level, with features like Photo Enhancement Engine, Signature Style, and adaptive stabilization.
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The new RAZR family also features larger battery capacities and faster charging speeds. The Motorola RAZR Ultra delivers over 36 hours of battery life on a single charge, with 68W TurboPower charging. The Motorola RAZR+ provides a full day of battery life, with 45W TurboPower charging, while the Motorola RAZR offers over a full day of battery life, with 30W TurboPower charging.
Motorola is also introducing two new additions to the Moto ecosystem: the moto buds loop and moto watch fit. The moto buds loop with Sound by Bose are Motorola’s first open-ear earbuds, offering premium audio quality. The moto watch fit is designed to seamlessly integrate with RAZR, helping users stay on top of their fitness goals.
The Motorola RAZR Ultra will be available for pre-order on May 7 and on-sale universally unlocked on May 15, with an MSRP of $1,299.99. The Motorola RAZR+ will be available for pre-order on May 7 and on-sale universally unlocked on May 15, with an MSRP of $999.99. The Motorola RAZR will be available for pre-order on May 7 and on-sale universally unlocked on May 15, with an MSRP of $699.99.