Motorola's 2025 Razr Lineup: A Bold Push into AI and Foldable Innovation

Motorola's Latest Razr Phones Are All In on AI

Perplexity? Gemini? Copilot? The Razr Ultra will have it all optimized for its flippy, folding screen. Motorola unwrapped new Razr folding smartphones today -- the Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra -- the latter a pricier model that expands the family. But at the company's closed-door launch event on Wednesday in New York City, much of the spotlight was on Moto AI, artificial intelligence features powered by in-house and third-party large language models, like Meta's Llama. Google's Gemini is naturally available on the Razr phones, but for the first time, the AI search engine Perplexity AI will be preinstalled on the devices. The CEO of Perplexity, Aravind Srinivas, took the stage to talk about the optimizations made to take advantage of the Razr's unique design. Motorola even says Microsoft's Copilot will also be available in the coming months. That's a whole lot of AI for such small phones. The 2025 Razr lineup starts at $700 for the base Razr, $1,000 for the Razr+, and $1,300 for the Razr Ultra; the midrange Razr+ is almost the same device as the Razr+ from 2024, with a few enhancements to durability. It wasn't all phones, either. Motorola showed off new open-ear earbuds called Moto Buds Loop, complete with a Sound by Bose collab and Swarovski crystals embedded into the earbuds. And the Moto Watch Fit is a basic fitness watch for Android phones. Here's everything you need to know. The core change throughout the Razr 2025 lineup is the build quality. Motorola says a new titanium-reinforced hinge plate makes all the Razr models four times stronger than the previous stainless steel; it can withstand 35 percent more folds than before. The glass is thinner, which Motorola says allows for less of a crease at the fold, and the IP48 dust- and water-resistance is a small step up from most folding phones that aren't rated for any dust protection. The Razr Ultra specifically employs Corning's Gorilla Glass Ceramic, not unlike Apple's Ceramic Shield on its iPhones, for supposedly 10 times better drop performance. (The Razr+ and Razr use Gorilla Glass Victus.) Texture and color are other ways Motorola is trying to differentiate its smartphones. The company says in 2024, 65 percent of the phones it sold were not dark or neutral tones -- colors that have long dominated the smartphone market. That's why the new Razrs have a rich, colorful palette. Textures also play an important role, hence the Razr Ultra comes in four finishes: Mountain Trail, which uses FSC-certified wood; Scarab, which is the first-ever use of Italian-made Alcantara on a smartphone; Cabaret, for a satin-inspired finish; and Rio Red, for a leather-inspired look. Motorola also claims 25 percent of its Razr customers come from iOS, an unusually high figure in a category where iPhone owners tend to stick with Apple's hardware. More incentive for Apple to prioritize a folding iPhone.

Motorola Razr Ultra Hands-On: A $1,300 Flip Phone in Fashionable Fabric

Expertise Phones |Texting apps | iOS | Android | Smartwatches | Fitness trackers | Mobile accessories | Gaming phones | Budget phones | Toys | Star Wars | Marvel | Power Rangers | DC | Mobile accessibility | iMessage | WhatsApp | Signal | RCS Motorola's hoping that good things can come in threes for its newly announced Razr 2025 line. Specifically, there are three Razr models, with a $1,300 Ultra edition debuting alongside updated versions of the base $700 Razr and the $1,000 Razr Plus. I spent a little time with the new Motorola Razr phones, and it was hard to notice their differences side by side. The design tweaks and spec changes between the three are slight. I found it easy to mix up the Plus and Ultra models when they're folded shut, as they both have a 4-inch cover screen. The base Razr uses a 3.6-inch cover display adorned with a colorful bezel. Unfolded, all three phones look tall because each has an interior screen with a narrow aspect ratio compared to a regular smartphone. The Ultra folds out to an expansive 7-inch display, while the Razr and Razr Plus have slightly smaller 6.9-inch screens. Motorola's also using the new Razr line to showcase Moto AI and fashionable materials like Alcantara fabric. The new lineup marks Motorola's largest push into AI -- cleverly named Moto AI. Motorola has partnerships with Perplexity, Meta's Llama AI, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini. It's quite an aggressive push to expand both Motorola's Razr line and its AI ambitions, but it makes a lot of sense since Apple, Google and Samsung have also expanded their AI plans while releasing flagship phones at different prices. During a press preview event, Motorola noted that 25% of its Razr customers upgraded from an iPhone. Having a third higher-end Razr option should appeal stronger to customers abandoning the iPhone Pro Max. The Razr Ultra could also tempt someone considering the $1,300 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. While AI features still aren't the main appeal for customers, the expanded suite of Moto AI tools makes this year's Razrs more competitive against Apple and Samsung's AI offerings. However, the 2025 Motorola Razr line has a noticeable disadvantage against competing foldable phones: they will receive only three years of major software upgrades and four years of security updates. Compared with Google and Samsung's seven-year commitment to both, it's about half as long. But with that expectation set, there are a lot of unique design elements to the new Razr line that make it stand out from other phone makers. And that's worth keeping in mind too. Motorola's new Razr line will go on preorder May 7 ahead of a May 15 release date. The Motorola Razr Ultra is the newest and most powerful member of the family. It has the same Snapdragon 8 Elite chip found in other flagship phones like the OnePlus 13 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. It also has a wood back option -- known as Pantone Mountain Trail. The Razr Ultra is the first Motorola phone to get a wooden back since the Moto X line from a decade ago. My favorite model, though, is the Pantone Scarab, which is made from velvety black Alcantara fabric -- think faux suede or micro suede. The Ultra also comes in magenta-like Pantone Cabaret and Pantone Rio Red. The phone supports 68-watt wired charging, which is faster than most other flagships, and 30-watt wireless charging. The Ultra also has three 50-megapixel cameras, with a wide and ultrawide lenses on the back and the selfie camera on the interior display. That 7-inch interior display looks tall and could be a two-handed device for many people when unfolded. The Ultra model I tested did not have an internet connection, but I could easily see how the wider space would be useful for gaming and movie-watching. On the other hand, the 4-inch cover display feels just right for quick texts and photography. I almost want this smaller display to be a hair taller, as its wider ratio makes it more challenging for viewing content. Both displays have an adaptive refresh rate of up to 165Hz, which makes animations, gameplay play and scrolling social feeds look ridiculously smooth. The Ultra also has 16GB of memory and comes with either 512GB or 1TB of storage. Motorola's Razr Plus gets a smaller revamp compared with last year's model, and it has many of the same specs from the 2024 version (which earned it a CNET Editor's Choice award). It has the same Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 processor, 6.9-inch interior screen, 12GB of memory and 256GB of storage. Cameras are also similar. There's a 50-megapixel wide camera and a 50-megapixel telephoto on the cover display and a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the interior screen. The Razr Plus gets a few new hardware enhancements that are coming to all three phones. It has a new titanium-reinforced hinge that Motorola says will help its extend its lifespan: 35% more folds than last year's model. The Razr Plus has IP48 protection for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes. This makes the phone, along with the other 2025 Razr models, one of the only foldables that has some level of dust resistance. The Plus is available in three colors: Pantone Mocha Mousse, Midnight Blue and Hot Pink. Motorola's standard Razr also got a small spec bump compared with last year's standard Razr. It does move up to MediaTek's Dimensity 7400X processor, which is slightly newer than the 7300 included in the 2024 model. It also keeps the 3.6-inch 90Hz cover display and the 6.9-inch 120Hz interior screen. Cameras are also largely similar: a 50-megapixel main camera and a 13-megapixel ultrawide on the cover screen and a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the interior display. The Razr (2025) comes in four Pantone-branded colors: Spring Bud (green), Gibraltar Sea Blue, Parfait Pink and Lightest Sky (white). Moto AI debuted last year on the 2024 Razr and Razr Plus. Motorola will partner with several AI companies to significantly upgrade Moto AI in 2025. Moto AI features can be activated with a dedicated button or by looking and speaking directly at the phone. Motorola says that Moto AI, along with integrated services like Perplexity, Copilot and Gemin, will complement each other. For instance, Perplexity can help with research-based tasks like vacation planning and will partly power Moto AI's Next Move feature that offers suggestions based on what's happening on your screen. Llama AI can summarize notifications for Moto's Catch Me Up. Moto's Pay Attention and Remember This are meant to help organize notes, audio transcriptions, contextual photos and screenshots. Other general queries can be fielded by either Copilot or Gemini. Motorola's own AI will also pitch in for a variety of photography enhancement features. These include Signature Style for customizing the look of your photos as well as a Group Shot feature that can merge multiple photos together to ensure one where no one is blinking. Motorola's fashion-forward ambitions didn't stop at just the Pantone-colored Razr line. The company also unveiled the Moto Buds Loop open-style earbuds, which include Swarovski crystals along with a Sound by Bose badge. Pricing and availability weren't announced yet, but the earbuds look like small earrings and hook across the ear. Motorola says that the open style lets in ambient noise (which can be good for staying alert in public places). The buds have a dual-microphone system and AI for voice calls and reducing background noise.

Motorola's $1,300 Razr Ultra Adds Luxury to the 2025 Foldable Phone Line

Expertise Phones |Texting apps | iOS | Android | Smartwatches | Fitness trackers | Mobile accessories | Gaming phones | Budget phones | Toys | Star Wars | Marvel | Power Rangers | DC | Mobile accessibility | iMessage | WhatsApp | Signal | RCS Motorola's hoping that good things can come in threes for its newly announced Razr 2025 line. Specifically, there are three Razr models, with a $1,300 Ultra edition debuting alongside updated versions of the base $700 Razr and the $1,000 Razr Plus. I spent a little time with the new Motorola Razr phones, and it was hard to notice their differences side by side. The design tweaks and spec changes between the three are slight. I found it easy to mix up the Plus and Ultra models when they're folded shut, as they both have a 4-inch cover screen. The base Razr uses a 3.6-inch cover display adorned with a colorful bezel. Unfolded, all three phones look tall because each has an interior screen with a narrow aspect ratio compared to a regular smartphone. The Ultra folds out to an expansive 7-inch display, while the Razr and Razr Plus have slightly smaller 6.9-inch screens. Motorola's also using the new Razr line to showcase Moto AI and fashionable materials like Alcantara fabric. The new lineup marks Motorola's largest push into AI -- cleverly named Moto AI. Motorola has partnerships with Perplexity, Meta's Llama AI, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini. It's quite an aggressive push to expand both Motorola's Razr line and its AI ambitions, but it makes a lot of sense since Apple, Google and Samsung have also expanded their AI plans while releasing flagship phones at different prices. During a press preview event, Motorola noted that 25% of its Razr customers upgraded from an iPhone. Having a third higher-end Razr option should appeal stronger to customers abandoning the iPhone Pro Max. The Razr Ultra could also tempt someone considering the $1,300 Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. While AI features still aren't the main appeal for customers, the expanded suite of Moto AI tools makes this year's Razrs more competitive against Apple and Samsung's AI offerings. However, the 2025 Motorola Razr line has a noticeable disadvantage against competing foldable phones: they will receive only three years of major software upgrades and four years of security updates. Compared with Google and Samsung's seven-year commitment to both, it's about half as long. But with that expectation set, there are a lot of unique design elements to the new Razr line that make it stand out from other phone makers. And that's worth keeping in mind too. Motorola's new Razr line will go on preorder May 7 ahead of a May 15 release date. The Motorola Razr Ultra is the newest and most powerful member of the family. It has the same Snapdragon 8 Elite chip found in other flagship phones like the OnePlus 13 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra. It also has a wood back option -- known as Pantone Mountain Trail. The Razr Ultra is the first Motorola phone to get a wooden back since the Moto X line from a decade ago. My favorite model, though, is the Pantone Scarab, which is made from velvety black Alcantara fabric -- think faux suede or micro suede. The Ultra also comes in magenta-like Pantone Cabaret and Pantone Rio Red. The phone supports 68-watt wired charging, which is faster than most other flagships, and 30-watt wireless charging. The Ultra also has three 50-megapixel cameras, with a wide and ultrawide lenses on the back and the selfie camera on the interior display. That 7-inch interior display looks tall and could be a two-handed device for many people when unfolded. The Ultra model I tested did not have an internet connection, but I could easily see how the wider space would be useful for gaming and movie-watching. On the other hand, the 4-inch cover display feels just right for quick texts and photography. I almost want this smaller display to be a hair taller, as its wider ratio makes it more challenging for viewing content. Both displays have an adaptive refresh rate of up to 165Hz, which makes animations, gameplay play and scrolling social feeds look ridiculously smooth. The Ultra also has 16GB of memory and comes with either 512GB or 1TB of storage. Motorola's Razr Plus gets a smaller revamp compared with last year's model, and it has many of the same specs from the 2024 version (which earned it a CNET Editor's Choice award). It has the same Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 processor, 6.9-inch interior screen, 12GB of memory and 256GB of storage. Cameras are also similar. There's a 50-megapixel wide camera and a 50-megapixel telephoto on the cover display and a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the interior screen. The Razr Plus gets a few new hardware enhancements that are coming to all three phones. It has a new titanium-reinforced hinge that Motorola says will help its extend its lifespan: 35% more folds than last year's model. The Razr Plus has IP48 protection for submersion in up to 1.5 meters of water for 30 minutes. This makes the phone, along with the other 2025 Razr models, one of the only foldables that has some level of dust resistance. The Plus is available in three colors: Pantone Mocha Mousse, Midnight Blue and Hot Pink. Motorola's standard Razr also got a small spec bump compared with last year's standard Razr. It does move up to MediaTek's Dimensity 7400X processor, which is slightly newer than the 7300 included in the 2024 model. It also keeps the 3.6-inch 90Hz cover display and the 6.9-inch 120Hz interior screen. Cameras are also largely similar: a 50-megapixel main camera and a 13-megapixel ultrawide on the cover screen and a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the interior display. The Razr (2025) comes in four Pantone-branded colors: Spring Bud (green), Gibraltar Sea Blue, Parfait Pink and Lightest Sky (white). Moto AI debuted last year on the 2024 Razr and Razr Plus. Motorola will partner with several AI companies to significantly upgrade Moto AI in 2025. Moto AI features can be activated with a dedicated button or by looking and speaking directly at the phone. Motorola says that Moto AI, along with integrated services like Perplexity, Copilot and Gemin, will complement each other. For instance, Perplexity can help with research-based tasks like vacation planning and will partly power Moto AI's Next Move feature that offers suggestions based on what's happening on your screen. Llama AI can summarize notifications for Moto's Catch Me Up. Moto's Pay Attention and Remember This are meant to help organize notes, audio transcriptions, contextual photos and screenshots. Other general queries can be fielded by either Copilot or Gemini. Motorola's own AI will also pitch in for a variety of photography enhancement features. These include Signature Style for customizing the look of your photos as well as a Group Shot feature that can merge multiple photos together to ensure one where no one is blinking. Motorola's fashion-forward ambitions didn't stop at just the Pantone-colored Razr line. The company also unveiled the Moto Buds Loop open-style earbuds, which include Swarovski crystals along with a Sound by Bose badge. Pricing and availability weren't announced yet, but the earbuds look like small earrings and hook across the ear. Motorola says that the open style lets in ambient noise (which can be good for staying alert in public places). The buds have a dual-microphone system and AI for voice calls and reducing background noise.

Motorola Razr 2025 vs. Razr Plus and Razr Ultra: Which Phone Is Right for You?

Named a Tech Media Trailblazer by the Consumer Technology Association in 2019, a winner of SPJ NorCal's Excellence in Journalism Awards in 2022 and has three times been a finalist in the LA Press Club's National Arts & Entertainment Journalism Awards. Motorola has unveiled three new Razr foldable phones that range in price and features: the $700 Motorola Razr, $1,000 Razr Plus and $1,300 Razr Ultra. But what are the key differences between these modern flip phones? The newest addition to the lineup, the Razr Ultra, levels up the capabilities you'll find in the baseline Razr and the Razr Plus -- and appears poised to give the $1,100 Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 a run for its money. The Razr Ultra packs 50-megapixel wide and ultrawide cameras, a 4,700 mAh battery and 68-watt charging. But read on to see how it compares to its less pricey Razr counterparts and if nabbing the top-of-the-line device is worth the extra money. But first, here are some commonalities across the three phones: They all run Android 15, have a side fingerprint sensor, claim an IP48 rating for dust and water resistance, and lack a headphone jack and expandable storage. Each phone is equipped with Moto AI features that can be activated with a dedicated button, or by looking and speaking directly at the phone. Motorola has integrated services from Perplexity, Microsoft Copilot, Meta's Llama and Google Gemini to handle tasks like transcriptions, brainstorming and serving up suggestions based on what's on your screen. One thing to note is how Motorola's Android support comes up short compared to the competition. You'll only get three years of major software upgrades and four years of security updates on the phones, compared to the seven years Samsung and Google offer on their phones. Preorders for the Razr lineup begin May 7 and the phones will be released May 15. Now, onto what separates the 2025 Motorola Razr, Razr Plus and Razr Ultra. The most noticeable difference when looking at the three phones is the nearly half-inch bezel on the baseline Razr's cover screen, which shrinks down that display to 3.6 inches, versus the 4-inch cover displays on the Razr Plus and Razr Ultra. Another key difference is that the baseline Razr's cover screen has a 90Hz variable refresh rate, while the two pricier phones go up to 165Hz. All three cover screens are pOLED displays. Moving to the internal displays, the Razr has a 6.9-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz variable refresh rate, while the Razr Plus has a 6.9-inch FHD+ pOLED display with a 165Hz variable refresh rate. The Razr Ultra, meanwhile, has a 7-inch Super HD AMOLED display with a 165Hz variable refresh rate. Camera capabilities could be a determining factor when choosing one of these three phones. The baseline Razr has a 50-megapixel wide and 13-megapixel ultrawide camera. The Razr Plus has a 50-megapixel wide and 50-megapixel telephoto camera. And the Razr Ultra packs a 50-megapixel wide and 50-megapixel ultrawide camera. Flipping to the internal screens, you'll get a 32-megapixel selfie camera on the baseline Razr and the Razr Plus, and a 50-megapixel one on the Razr Ultra. Megapixels aren't everything for camera and photo quality, but these specs definitely make the Ultra sound like a triple threat. Stay tuned for CNET's reviews to see how these cameras perform in the real world. Interestingly, the baseline Razr has a 4,500 mAh battery, higher than the 4,000 mAh you'll get on the pricier Razr Plus. But the Razr Ultra tops them all with a 4,700 mAh battery. We'll be sure to incorporate our battery test and observations into upcoming reviews of the phones to better understand how they perform day to day. The Razr supports 30-watt wired charging and 15-watt wireless charging. Meanwhile, the Razr Plus supports 45-watt wired charging and 15-watt wireless charging, as well as 5-watt reverse charging, which can be handy if you have another device to charge and essentially want to turn your phone into a power bank. The Razr Ultra tops them all with 68-watt wired charging, 30-watt wireless charging and 5-watt reverse charging. The baseline Razr is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset, while the Razr Plus has a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset and the Razr Ultra packs a Snapdragon 8 Elite processor. You'll get 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on the baseline Razr, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage on the Razr Plus and 16GB of RAM with either 512GB or 1TB of storage on the Razr UItra. That can make the upcharge on the priciest Razr worth your money, if you're inclined to use your phone for gaming or want to take loads of pictures without worrying about running out of storage space. On paper, there aren't any huge differences between this year's Razr and Razr Plus and last year's models. The newer phones share the same screen sizes, pixel densities, general dimensions and camera specs as their predecessors. This year, Motorola added some features like dust resistance and new AI capabilities, but it's probably not worth upgrading if you can hang onto your 2024 device a bit longer. If you have an older phone like the 2023 Razr and Razr Plus or earlier, you might be more enticed to upgrade to take advantage of faster charging, more powerful RAM and processors and, of course, new AI features. And especially with just three years of software updates, you might feel the clock ticking before it's time for your next upgrade. Check out the spec chart below for a side-by-side breakdown and comparison of the three phones.

I tested Motorola's $1,300 Razr Ultra, and it made my Samsung Galaxy Z Flip feel outdated

The company yesterday unveiled not one, not two, but three Razr flip phones, including a first-ever 'Ultra' model that's feature-packed, fashionably styled, and unsurprisingly expensive at $1,299. Also: Motorola Solutions to outfit first responders with new AI-enabled body cameras I spent an intimate afternoon with all three models ahead of their launch, and, barring the price tag that makes me question the state of the economy, my first impressions were mostly positive. In fact, the Razr Ultra, which I tested the most, left me feeling a little less excited about what's on the docket from Samsung later this summer. Here's why. By appearances alone, the new Motorola Razr models don't look all that different from their predecessors. They're still very pocketable, flip open and close with a flick of the wrist, and come in an assortment of Pantone-validated finishes. That's because the full-display outer screen is arguably the peak of flip phone design, so most of the changes Motorola implemented are rooted in the internal structure and material choices. Also: The best Android phones to buy in 2025 The most significant yet subtle change is the new titanium-reinforced hinge plate, which Motorola says is four times stronger than surgical-grade stainless steel and can withstand up to 35% more folds than last year's models. During my briefing, I compared the 2024 Razr Plus with the new phones and found the former to feel much more flimsy and wobbly when unfolding. The Razr's curved sides are just as welcome and continue to make the unfolding experience much easier than Samsung's flattened design. I also noticed the crease on the inner display -- a constant area of improvement with foldable phones -- a little less this time around, too. Even if the difference isn't visually distinctive compared to previous Razrs, you can feel the change when gliding your finger across the screen; it's now a gentle divot that reminds you just how far flip phones have come in the past few years. As for what's different between the three Razr models, here's the breakdown: While companies like Apple have seemingly backpedaled on their AI integrations in smartphones, Motorola is confidently doubling down. With the new line of Razr phones, the company has called on several AI partners, including Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Perplexity, to embed their agents and services into the devices. If that sounds like the most chaotic buffet of AI helpers a phone user can have, that makes two of us. But Motorola's approach to its mobile experience can best be described as controlled chaos, with the phone recommending the most appropriate AI service depending on the on-screen task. For example, suppose you're reading an article about a new recipe and tap on the new dedicated AI key. Moto AI will appear and suggest next steps, like generating a cooking-themed playlist or saving pertinent information for future reference. Also: I retested Copilot's AI coding skills after last year's strikeout and now it's a slugger You can also access Perplexity and its real-time search engine straight from the external display, making the Razr the closest Rabbit R1 competitor we've seen yet. The Razr phones will come with Motorola's suite of in-house AI tools preinstalled, including Catch Me Up, which summarizes notifications, Pay Attention, which takes notes of voice recordings, and Remember This, an information-recall feature similar to Microsoft's. While these features have been available to beta testers for months, I'm excited to see how useful (and practical) they are now that they're officially launching. Stay tuned for that. I have to tip my hat to Motorola's continuous efforts in making phones feel less boring. The Pantone-validated finishes on this year's Razrs are a breath of fresh air in a market full of black and white rectangles, and they remind me of the old Moto Maker days. While you can't necessarily customize the Razr Ultra the same as you would with a Moto X in 2013, you can choose from a variety of colors and material finishes, including Pantone Scarab in Alcantara (pictured above), Pantone Mountain Trail in FSC-certified wood, Pantone Cabaret, and Pantone Rio Red. Also: Nothing's latest phone might be my favorite midrange Android in 2025 While each finish carries a unique aesthetic, the big question is how they'll fare in the long run, when softer materials like Alcantara face the brunt of dust particles and finger grease. After all, this is a $1,299 flip phone we're talking about. I have more lingering questions about the Razr Ultra, including whether or not it's ultimately worth the premium price tag, and if it potentially encourages Samsung to take a similar route with the upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 7, so stay tuned as I put the phone through the ringer. All three Motorola Razr models will be available for preorder across major retailers starting May 7 and officially going on sale on May 15.

I used Motorola's $1,300 Razr Ultra, and it left me with no Samsung Galaxy Z Flip envy

The company today is unveiling not one, not two, but three Razr flip phones, including a first-ever 'Ultra' model that's feature-packed, fashionably styled, and unsurprisingly expensive at $1,299. Also: Motorola Solutions to outfit first responders with new AI-enabled body cameras I spent an intimate afternoon with all three models ahead of their launch, and, barring the price tag that makes me question the state of the economy, my first impressions were mostly positive. In fact, the Razr Ultra, which I tested the most, left me feeling a little less excited about what's on the docket from Samsung later this summer. Here's why. By appearances alone, the new Motorola Razr models don't look all that different from their predecessors. They're still very pocketable, flip open and close with a flick of the wrist, and come in an assortment of Pantone-validated finishes. That's because the full-display outer screen is arguably the peak of flip phone design, so most of the changes Motorola implemented are rooted in the internal structure and material choices. Also: The best Android phones to buy in 2025 The most significant yet subtle change is the new titanium-reinforced hinge plate, which Motorola says is four times stronger than surgical-grade stainless steel and can withstand up to 35% more folds than last year's models. During my briefing, I compared the 2024 Razr Plus with the new phones and found the former to feel much more flimsy and wobbly when unfolding. I also noticed the crease on the inner display -- a constant area of improvement with foldable phones -- a little less this time around, too. Even if the difference isn't visually distinctive compared to previous Razrs, you can feel the change when gliding your finger across the screen; it's now a gentle divot that reminds you just how far flip phones have come in the past few years. As for what's different between the three Razr models, here's the breakdown: While companies like Apple have seemingly backpedaled on their AI integrations in smartphones, Motorola is confidently doubling down. With the new line of Razr phones, the company has called on several AI partners, including Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Perplexity, to embed their agents and services into the devices. If that sounds like the most chaotic buffet of AI helpers a phone user can have, that makes two of us. But Motorola's approach to its mobile experience can best be described as controlled chaos, with the phone recommending the most appropriate AI service depending on the on-screen task. For example, suppose you're reading an article about a new recipe and double-tap the power key. In that case, Moto AI will suggest next steps like generating a cooking-themed playlist or saving pertinent information for future reference. Also: I retested Copilot's AI coding skills after last year's strikeout and now it's a slugger You can also access Perplexity and its real-time search engine straight from the external display, making the Razr the closest Rabbit R1 competitor we've seen yet. The Razr phones will come with Motorola's suite of in-house AI tools preinstalled, including Catch Me Up, which summarizes notifications, Pay Attention, which takes notes of voice recordings, and Remember This, an information-recall feature similar to Microsoft's. While these features have been available to beta testers for months, I'm excited to see how useful (and practical) they are now that they're officially launching. Stay tuned for that. I have to tip my hat to Motorola's continuous efforts in making phones feel less boring. The Pantone-validated finishes on this year's Razrs are a breath of fresh air in a market full of black and white rectangles, and they remind me of the old Moto Maker days. While you can't necessarily customize the Razr Ultra the same as you would with a Moto X in 2013, you can choose from a variety of colors and material finishes, including Pantone Scarab in Alcantara (pictured above), Pantone Mountain Trail in FSC-certified wood, Pantone Cabaret, and Pantone Rio Red. Also: Nothing's latest phone might be my favorite midrange Android in 2025 While each finish carries a unique aesthetic, the big question is how they'll fare in the long run, when softer materials like Alcantara face the brunt of dust particles and finger grease. After all, this is a $1,299 flip phone we're talking about. I have more lingering questions about the Razr Ultra, and whether or not it's ultimately worth the premium price tag, so stay tuned as I put it through the ringer. All three Motorola Razr phones will be available for preorder across major retailers starting May 7 and officially going on sale on May 15.

Motorola Razr Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6: Which Folding Phone Should You Get?

Neither phone is cheap. The Razr Ultra comes in two configurations: 512GB of storage for $1,299.99 and an unpriced model with 1TB of storage that will be released later. Both versions come with 16GB of RAM. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 starts at $1,099.99 for 256GB of storage and jumps to $1,219.99 for 512GB. Both models have 12GB of RAM. Motorola selected the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite processor for the Razr Ultra. Meanwhile, Samsung's Z Flip 6 runs a previous-generation Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 for Galaxy processor. Both chips are speedy, so performance won't be an issue. While the Razr Ultra is $80 more expensive than the Flip 6, it offers more RAM with the same 512GB of storage and has a newer processor. Both phones have a front display and flip open to reveal a large, full-size inner screen. The Razr Ultra measures 3.47 by 2.91 by 0.62 inches (HWD) closed and 6.75 by 2.91 by 0.28 inches when open. It weighs 7.02 ounces. The outer glass is covered with Corning Gorilla Glass-Ceramic, which the manufacturer says can survive repeated three-foot drops, though we have not tested this claim. The Galaxy Z Flip 6 is slightly smaller than the Razr Ultra. It measures 3.35 by 2.83 by 0.59 inches when closed and 6.70 by 2.83 by 0.27 inches fully open. It is also lighter, at 6.60 ounces. The Flip 6 is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, which is less durable than Glass-Ceramic. However, the phone is equally resistant to dust and water, as it also sports an IP48 rating. Motorola collaborated with Pantone for the colors of its devices. The Ultra comes in Cabaret (pink), Mountain Trail (wood), Rio Red, and Scarab (black Alcantara). The Z Flip 6 also comes in a handful of colors, including Blue, Mint, Silver Shadow, and Yellow. Those colors are widely available. If you want Crafted Black, Peach, or White, you must buy it directly from Samsung. Both Razr Ultra displays are larger than those of the Z Flip 6. The Razr's 4.0-inch pOLED external screen features a resolution of 1,272 by 1,080 pixels with a refresh rate up to 165Hz. It reaches up to 3,000 nits of peak brightness, so you shouldn't have any problems viewing it in direct sunlight. Motorola lets you access apps, widgets, and Moto AI from the external display. You can conduct a Google search or check your email without ever opening the phone. The Ultra's inner screen is a 7.0-inch AMOLED panel with a resolution of 2,992 by 1,224 pixels and a dynamic 165Hz refresh rate. It reaches up to 4,500 nits of brightness. Again, you won't have problems seeing your screen on a sunny day. Motorola says it reduced the visibility of the crease -- it's basically invisible when the screen is on. In contrast, the Z Flip 6 has a smaller, 3.4-inch Super AMOLED cover screen with 720 by 748 pixels and a fixed 60Hz refresh rate. You can mostly only access widgets from here, though Samsung has a few apps optimized for the smaller screen. When open, the Z Flip 6 has a 6.7-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a resolution of 2,640 by 1,080 pixels and a 120Hz adaptive refresh rate. Motorola's screens are simply larger and brighter. Flip phones typically have passable cameras, but Motorola appears to be testing the limits. The Razr Ultra has a 50MP f/1.8 main camera with optical image stabilization. It also validates color and skin tones via software based on Pantone's colors. The phone also has a 50MP f/2.0 combined ultra-wide and macro camera with a 122-degree field of view and a 50MP f/2.0 front-facing camera for selfies. The phone can record 8K video at 30fps and 4K video at 120fps, as well as 1080p at 60fps or 30fps. The Z Flip 6 has a less impressive camera array. It also has a 50MP f/1.8 primary camera but only a 12MP f/2.2 ultra-wide camera and a 10MP f/2.2 selfie camera. And it can shoot 4K video only at 60fps. If photography is important to you, you're better off going with a regular bar-style phone. The Google Pixel 9 Pro is currently our choice for the best overall camera on an Android phone. The Motorola Razr Ultra has a 4,700mAh battery with a max wired charging speed of 68W. Of course, a power adapter doesn't come in the box, so you'll have to supply your own power brick. The phone can also wirelessly charge up to 30W and reverse-charge accessories at 5W. The Z Flip 6 is powered by a smaller 4,000mAh battery. Its wired charging capabilities max out at 25W, while it can charge wirelessly up to 15W. It does not support reverse charging. You'll need to provide your own power adapter since you won't get one in the box. We've yet to be able to officially test the battery on the Razr Ultra, but the Z Flip 6 managed an impressive 16 hours and 20 minutes on our battery test. Like the rest of the 2025 lineup, the Razr Ultra comes with Moto AI baked into the system. The phone includes a dedicated Moto AI key that allows you to access Moto AI from anywhere. The software now lets you get a summary of your notifications with Motorola's Catch Me Up. It can also transcribe meeting notes with its Pay Attention AI feature, while Next Move suggests planning your next steps based on the information on your screen. When the Razr Ultra is in tent mode, you can just glance at the phone to engage Moto AI -- no button or wake word necessary. This feature is called Look and Talk and is exclusive to the Ultra. Perplexity, Meta, Google, and Microsoft partnered with Motorola to help create Moto AI so that you can access various AI features from these companies on the phone. Under the Galaxy AI umbrella, Samsung's AI features are on the Z Flip 6. Notes Assist can summarize your notes, Browser Assist can summarize or translate pages in Samsung's internet browser, and Sketch to Image lets you create an image out of a sketch that you draw on the screen. The Motorola Razr Ultra comes with Android 15. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 launched with Android 14, but it can be upgraded to Android 15. In fact, Samsung promises seven years of OS and security patches, while Motorola has yet to announce an update policy for the 2025 Razr lineup. As for connectivity, the Razr Ultra supports sub-6GHz 5G, including C-band. It does not support the faster mmWave connection found on T-Mobile and Verizon. Conversely, Samsung includes C-band and mmWave on its Galaxy Z Flip 6. Both Motorola and Samsung make excellent flip phones. Picking between the two will come down to your individual preferences. Here are some basics to consider. We expect to have a full review of the Razr Ultra available in the weeks ahead. Once we have more hard data, we'll update some of the sections above.

The new Motorola Razr series aims to boost your productivity

Summary Motorola unveils Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra with varying screen sizes and RAM. The new phones emphasize AI features to help with daily tasks and efficiency. Pre-orders for the devices start May 15th on Motorola's site for $699, $999, and $1,299. If you're a big fan of clamshell phones, then boy, do I have some news for you. Motorola has just lifted the curtain on its brand new Razr range, and with it comes three devices, each equipped with the latest in AI processes to help you get stuff done faster. Best of all, if you want to grab one, pre-orders are not too far away. Related Motorola Razr (2024) and Razr+ (2024) review: Foldables are mature now The external screen is bigger than an iPhone 5s Posts Motorola reveals the Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra Close In an emailed press release, Motorola revealed the Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra. The most notable change between the three devices are the screen sizes, with the Razr and Razr+ having a 6.9-inch inner display and the Razr Ultra with a 7-inch one. The Razr also sports a 3.6-inch external display, while the other two get an upgrade to 4 inches. Regardless of which model you pick, the inner screen uses foldable AMOLED, while the external uses pOLED technology. The Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra have differing amounts of RAM, sporting 8GB, 12GB, and 16GB, respectively. Plus, the Razr+ and Ultra both tap into Snapdragon chips, which makes them the optimal models if you're a big fan of the architecture. However, one of the big selling points for these new phones is their AI features. Samsung hinted at some advanced AI tools called Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, and Remember This, then went on to describe even more handy assets for your daily life: Additionally, we're bringing new captivating experiences to the 2025 razr family, all accessible from the external display. Giving users recommendations in real-time, Next Move recognizes what's on the screen, like a new recipe or trip itinerary, and offers suggestions for next steps. This could include saving important details to recall later, generating a cooking-themed playlist with Playlist Studio, or tapping into Image Studio for an image, avatar, wallpaper, or sticker that's inspired by their upcoming trip. With Smart Connect with AI, users can pull up these items with a simple voice or text command like "show me this on my TV," and stream to a TV, mirror to a PC or tablet, or launch a multitasking hub. As such, it seems that a huge focus of the Razr phones is allowing them to complete tasks more efficiently. If it works well, it should help people save a lot of time that they'd otherwise spend having to finagle with apps and data. Plus, the phones come with Google's Gemini built in to help connect you to your Google accounts and perform actions such as setting reminders or emailing people. If you're interested in these devices, they'll all go on preorder on May 15th on Motorola's website. The Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra will cost $699, $999, and $1,299, respectively.

Motorola is blowing out the Razr line with three new models starting at just $700

The mid-range Razr Plus is a touch pricier at $1,000, while the flagship Razr Ultra will cost $1,300. The Razr is almost certainly the most beloved flip phone of all time. But for 2025, Motorola is expanding its iconic flexible phone line to a total of three devices starting at just $699 while leaning even further into the handset's status as a fashion symbol. The new Razrs feature a very familiar clamshell design to last year's models, with all three packing similarly sized OLED displays, the same titanium hinge and front-mounted exterior screens with two embedded cameras. Motorola partnered with Pantone to provide a surprisingly wide range of colors, though not all of them will be available across every configuration. That said, the devil really is in the details, because even though all three models look quite similar, their specs differ quite a bit based on their price. Starting at $1,300, the Razr Ultra is the most expensive of the bunch and has the components to match. It's powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chip with 16GB of RAM and either 512GB or 1TB of storage. It also has the most capable cameras. On the Razr Ultra, you get dual 50-MP shooters consisting of main and ultra-wide cams with the latter also doubling as a macro lens. And for those who like taking long-distance shots, it supports a 2x optical zoom as well. Furthermore, the Ultra features the biggest battery at 4,700 mAh along with the fastest charging. It goes up to a rather speedy 68 watts when using a wire or 30 watts wirelessly, which is double what you get from rivals like the Galaxy Z Flip 6. And if you're in a pinch and need to share some excess juice with another device, the Ultra also packs five-watt reverse wireless charging. Unsurprisingly, Motorola gave the Ultra the nicest screen too based around a main 7-inch 1224p 165Hz OLED display along with a 4-inch pOLED panel on the outside. It's bright, it's colorful and, I must say, the company did a good job of reducing the appearance of a crease. Sure, if you look really hard, you can see it or feel it with your fingers, but it's much more of a minor nitpick than a legitimate con at this point. Finally, as you'd probably expect, the Ultra is the most stylish one as well thanks to four unique finishes including an Alcantara back, a wood grain rear panel, a satin-inspired treatment and a faux-leather option. As for the $1,000 Razr Plus, everything has been brought down a notch, with it featuring a Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chip, 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. Its battery is also smaller at 4,000 mAh while its OLED main display has been shrunk a tiny bit down to 6.9-inches with a 2640 x 1080 resolution and 165Hz refresh rate. And while it sports dual 50-MP cams, they aren't quite as feature-rich, with the second shooter serving as a dedicated zoom lens with a 2x telephoto magnification. No ultra-wide angle or macro functions here. Finally, the standard Razr is by far the most affordable at $700, though it has made a number of sacrifices to hit that price. It's powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chip with just 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, while its 6.9-inch OLED screen has a lower 120Hz refresh rate and FHD+ resolution. The base model's cameras have also taken a hit with dual 13-MP sensors. Though on the plus side, it does get a larger 4,500 mAh battery compared to the 4,000 mAh pack in the Plus. The other big addition to the family is Moto's new AI Suite, which was developed in partnership with big names like Google, Amazon and others. The Image Studio feature can generate photos, avatars and more in a range of styles based on a handful of simple text prompts while Playlist Studio can build a tracklist (using Amazon Music) to match your current vibe. Then there are productivity features like Remember This, which can save notes and photos (either ones taken with the camera or existing pics) so they're easier to recall later. There's also a recording feature that can transcribe dialogue on the fly (including automatic speaker tags) similar to the Pixel Recorder app, along with a few more. That said, I acknowledge that Motorola may have felt forced to do this after competing smartphone makers like Google, Apple, Samsung and others developed their own set of AI tools. But at the same time, none of these features feel particularly novel or flashy enough to be a selling point on their own. But I guess this is the AI-obsessed world we live in now. However, with the base model starting at just $700 and a total of three devices to choose from, I have to give Motorola some credit for continuing to drop the barrier to entry for flexible screen phones. And between all the different colors and textures, they're rather fashionable ones at that. In the US, the 2025 Motorola Razrs will be available for pre-order starting on May 7 with official sales slated for May 15.

Motorola’s New Razr Flip Phones Cram in AI from Nearly Everyone Except OpenAI

Moto AI on the Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra is basically like the Avengers. Two things were glaringly clear to me after sitting through a 2.5-hour event yesterday where Motorola pre-briefed press on its new trio of Razr Android phones. The company really believes in the flip-style foldable form factor popularized by Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip and it thinks more AI, shoved ever deeper into the software, will rescue us from the cruelty of pecking on apps and buttons with our fingers. Debuting today are three Razr flip-style phones: Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra. You can think of them as good, better, and best. Motorola claims the Razr Ultra is the most powerful flip-style smartphone with the best camera system available. We'll be the judge of that when we get a device in for review. But the specsâ€"including the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipsetâ€"at least backs that up on paper. They all look pretty similar, but here's how you can spot the difference without pulling up a comparison chart. As the most premium model, the Razr Ultra sports the largest internal screen (7 inches), a dedicated Moto AI button on the left side, and fancier finishes such as Italian-made Alcantara, satin, faux leather, and wood. Upgrades over the other Razrs that you can't eyeball right away: 50 megapixels for the main, ultra-wide, and selfie cameras; a large 4,700mAh battery; 68W wired charging; 30W wireless charging; and 5W reverse wireless charging. The Razr+ looks nearly identical to the Razr Ultra, but comes with a slightly smaller 6.9-inch internal screen, no physical AI button, a smaller 4,000mAh battery, slower charging (45W wired and 15W wireless), and a lower-resolution selfie camera (32 megapixels). It also has a less powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 chipset. Sitting at the entry-level, the plainly named Razr has a smaller 3.6-inch external display (there's a "forehead" bezel not present on the Razr+ and Razr Ultra), lower-resolution cameras (50-megapixel main, 13-megapixel ultra-wide, and 32-megapixel selfie), and a mid-range MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset. However, the Razr does have a larger 4,500mAh battery than the Razr+. I got to play with all three briefly and they all felt well-built to me, with the only major physical quality difference being the materials and finishes. I really liked the luxurious Alcantara on the Razr Ultra, but the polished aluminum and plastic Razr didn't feel cheap in my opinion. Motorola boasted other quality-of-life upgrades for the new Razrs. The hinges are titanium, which the company says is four time stronger than before and can handle "up to 35% more folds" compared to previous generation Razr flip phones. Motorola also says the crease on the internal folding display is 30% less visible (unclear how Motorola arrived at that number but it does seem less visible), and the Razr Ultra supposedly has the strongest external screen thanks to it being Corning Gorilla Glass Ceramic. Gadget nerds might be salivating over the specs, especially the ones on the Razr Ultra, but the real appeal to these new flip-style phones might be Moto AI. Rather than develop its own AIâ€"and risk embarrassing itself like a certain fruit-named tech giantâ€"Motorola is partnering up with AI leaders and using their large language models and logic reasoning in the background for various tasks. Perplexity, the AI "answer engine" that's been chipping away at Google's search relevance, is deeply integrated into the Android 15 operating system. Google's Gemini, Meta's Llama, Microsoft's Copilot, also power different aspects of Moto AI, assisting with general AI features like tasks suggestions (i.e. calling an Uber on your behalf or drafting an email), summarization, memory recall (think surfacing information from notes and screenshots), and more. Missing is any integration with OpenAI's ChatGPT (and there's probably a reason for that) and Anthropic's Claude. The cameras also have Moto AI baked in with a feature called Signature Style. The phones use AI to automatically adjust tone and colors and then learns based on how you edit your shots. It sounds neat, but that also diminishes the whole point of photos which is that they usually don't have the same uninspired look to them. I want to mix it up with my photos! Not have a specific look. Fact is, every phone maker is promising game-changing AI features that they're touting as more convenient or efficient. AI crammed deeper into your phone will help anticipate your needs! AI will save you from hundreds of taps every day. AI will finally fulfill the "intelligent" promises that voice assistants such as Siri, Alexa, and the Google Assistant failed at. That's the AI dream everyone (including Motorola) is selling. The AI in these new Razr phones is better and more useful, but also not quite capable enough to fully offload everything to just yet. And who even knows when that'll be, if that ever happens. (Naturally, Motorola didn't address AI hallucinations.) All three Razrs will be available for preorder on May 7 and available unlocked on May 15. The Razr costs $699.99, the Razr+ is $999.99, and the Razr Ultra is $1,299.99.

Motorola's latest Razr lineup has something for everyone, including a new Ultra flagship

Samsung's Galaxy S24 series goes refurbished, but there's a catch Summary Motorola has unveiled its 2025 Razr lineup, including a new model in the Razr Ultra. Moto's new flagship foldable includes a Snapdragon 8 Elite, 16GB RAM, and a 7" display, but it starts at $1,300. The Razr and Razr+ keep their respective price points for another generation, but without as many changes to their spec sheets. Although large, book-style foldables might get the most attention -- certainly from the press, if not from actual users -- it's clamshells you're more likely to see on the street. Flip phones came roaring back in style with Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip, but Motorola's kept pace with its Razr series. After a couple of odd duck launches, the 2023 Razr and Razr+ really nailed down what these smartphones should be. Two years later, Moto's about to take its flip phones to the next level, and it all starts with a new addition to the lineup. Related I went hands-on with Motorola's three new Razrs, and they're familiar, fashionable, and deeply frustrating AI might be getting in the way Posts The Razr Ultra is the star of the show A flagship phone in every way -- including AI Moto might have three Razrs to tempt your wallet with this year, but its the new Razr Ultra that should be grabbing your attention. Unlike the previous two generations, the Razr Ultra is a flagship phone right down to its bones. Moto's paired the Snapdragon 8 Elite with 16GB of RAM and up to a full terabyte of storage to provide a surprisingly beefy clamshell device, and it's done so while keeping the external chassis practically unchanged. But not entirely unchanged. Motorola fixed one of my least favorite elements of last year's Razr+, ditching the glossy frame for a brushed finish that looks and feels stunning in person. The main display is slightly larger -- now a full seven inches -- while the external dimensions stay relatively unchanged. The end result is a smartphone that looks and feels really familiar, while packing the specs fans have been begging for for nearly two years. Moto Razr Ultra (2025) specs The Moto Razr Ultra is the foldable you've been waiting for. With a new camera system, top-tier specs, and a larger, brighter display, this is a Razr designed to go head-to-head with Samsung -- for a price, of course. SoC Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Display type AMOLED, pOLED Display dimensions 7" main, 4" external Display resolution 1224p RAM 16GB Storage 512GB, 1TB Battery 4,700mAh Charge speed 68W wired, 15W wireless Charge options Wired, wireless Ports USB-C Operating System Android 15 Front camera 50MP f/2.0 Rear camera 50MP f/1.8 main, 50MP f/2.0 UW Wi-Fi connectivity Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Dimensions 73.99 x 171.48 x 7.19mm Weight 199g IP Rating IP48 Colors Rio Red, Scarab, Mountain Trail, Cabaret Price $1,300 Expand The chipset isn't the only thing that's new, of course. Motorola has also packed in a 4,700mAh battery here, up from 4,000mAh in 2024's Razr+ and 4,200mAh in the regular Razr. I was pleasantly surprised by how long the Razr would last on a single charge last year, and despite the increased power consumption that the Snapdragon 8 Elite will undoubtedly bring to the table, I expect similar results from this year's Razr Ultra. The camera's also been revamped, pairing a 50MP main sensor with a 50MP ultra-wide lens for what should be the best system on a Razr yet. The other big hardware change is, unsurprisingly for a 2025 smartphone, tied to AI. The Moto Razr Ultra has a shortcut key embedded on its left side that launches the company's growing suite of AI tools. In addition to the three features first announced alongside last year's flip phones -- Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, and Remember This -- Moto now supports tools like Next Move, which uses on-screen context to suggest "next steps," and Playlist Studio, which suggests playlists based on your current activity. The Razr Ultra -- alongside the other two models -- also supports Gemini and Gemini Live out of the box. Moto's launch event included appearances from partners like Perplexity, Meta, and Copilot, with the former preinstalled, proving that the brand sees Razr as a way to utilize every AI app, regardless of where it's coming from. Unfortunately, that love of support doesn't quite extend to Android, as we're only being promised three OS upgrades and four years of bi-monthly security patches. The Razr+ and regular Razr are also here But there aren't as many changes as you might expect The other two phones are more familiar. The regular Razr impressed me last year with solid performance for its $700 price point, and I expect this year's to be the same. With a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X, 8GB of RAM, and 256GB of (UFS 2.2, unfortunately) storage, it's undoubtedly a midrange smartphone -- but, crucially, one that folds. The 4,500mAh battery should keep the device lasting even longer than ever, and in its "Spring Bud" shade, might just be the best looking of the bunch this year. Moto Razr+ (2025) specs SoC Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Display type AMOLED, pOLED Display dimensions 6.9" main, 4" external Display resolution 2640 x 1080 main, 1272 x 1080 external RAM 12GB Storage 256GB UFS 4.0 Battery 4000mAh Charge speed 45W wired, 15W wireless Charge options Wired, wireless Ports USB-C Operating System Android 15 Front camera 32MP Rear camera 50MP f/1.7 main, 50MP 2x f/2.0 telephoto Wi-Fi connectivity Wi-Fi 7 Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Dimensions 73.99 x 171.42 x 7.09mm Weight 189g IP Rating IP48 Colors Mocha Mousse, Midnight Blue, Hot Pink Price $1,000 Expand The Razr+ is, frankly, a little bizarre. While it does benefit from some of the changes made to the rest of the lineup, including a bump to IP48 water and dust resistance, it's also, more than ever, the same core experience offered by its direct predecessor. I don't mean that in a "phones are boring" kind of way -- I mean it quite literally. From the 4,000mAh battery to the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 powering it, practically everything about this phone lines up with last year's model. Even the controversial telephoto lens returns for another year. Moto Razr (2025) specs Motorola's most affordable Razr gets a glow-up for 2025. With new colors, a more powerful processor, and all sorts of AI tools, this might be the most exciting $700 folding phone you've ever seen. SoC MediaTek Dimensity 7400X Display type AMOLED, pOLED Display dimensions 6.9" main, 3.6" external Display resolution FHD+ RAM 8GB Storage 256GB UFS 2.2 Battery 4500mAh Charge speed 30W wired, 15W wireless Ports USB-C Operating System Android 15 Front camera 32MP f/2.4 Rear camera 50MP f/1.7 main, 13MP f/2.2 UW Wi-Fi connectivity Wi-Fi 6E Bluetooth Bluetooth 5.4 Dimensions 73.99 x 171.3 x 7.25mm Weight 188g IP Rating IP48 Colors Spring Bud, Gibraltar Sea, Parfait Pink, Lightest Sky Price $700 Expand Moto's new Razrs are coming soon All three phones come in a variety of new colors and finishes, which is undoubtedly the most exciting change between generations. The regular Razr is priced at $700 and comes in pastel green, navy blue, pink, and white (the Pantone-approved color names are in the specs above, in case you'd rather refer to these shades as "Lightest Sky" or "Gibraltar Sea"). The Razr+ is once priced at $1,000, and comes in brown, blue, and hot pink. Unfortunately, that leaves the Razr Ultra at the top of the heap. Moto's newest addition to the line starts at a whopping $1,300 for the 512GB model, which might be a bit difficult for some shoppers to swallow. All three phones go up for pre-order starting May 7th at Best Buy, Amazon, and Motorola, with models available unlocked and through AT&T and T-Mobile on May 15th (sorry, Verizon fans, but your carrier's only getting the regular Razr). Moto Razr (2025) Motorola's most affordable Razr gets a glow-up for 2025. With new colors, a more powerful processor, and all sorts of AI tools, this might be the most exciting $700 folding phone you've ever seen. Moto Razr+ (2025) Motorola's 2025 Razr+ isn't all too different from what came before. With nearly identical specs as last year, the big improvements come from a more rigid, durable design and plenty of AI goodies. Moto Razr Ultra (2025) The Moto Razr Ultra is the foldable you've been waiting for. With a new camera system, top-tier specs, and a larger, brighter display, this is a Razr designed to go head-to-head with Samsung -- for a price, of course.

I went hands-on with Motorola's three new Razrs, and they're familiar, fashionable, and deeply frustrating

It's rare to stumble on smartphones that are truly difficult to write about, but Motorola's new lineup of Razrs absolutely fits the bill. It's not that they're bad phones, boring phones, or even uninteresting ones -- it's that practically everything new here requires filling a spot as your daily driver. The 2025 Razr and Razr+ are primarily seeing minor spec bumps compared to their direct predecessors, and while the Razr Ultra fills in the missing flagship Moto fans have been asking for, I can't tell you how it performs, how long the battery last, or how impressive (or unimpressive) the camera system is. Still, I think this is a fascinating year for Motorola, and these three smartphones are, in their own way, similarly fascinating. As much as I believe Moto understands how to craft and market a modern flip phone more than anyone, I find it particularly frustrating to see the company focused on the same AI-based trends as every other OEM. The end result is three smartphones that could very well be excellent, but three smartphones that feel difficult to recommend all the same. Moto's Razrs are all about expressing your own tastes, and I kind of love it Pick your favorite of the bunch I won't spend too much time recapping specs -- check out my news coverage instead if you're interested in seeing what makes these phones tick. Instead, I think it's worth focusing on how all three of these devices felt to hold. Despite their slight differences in size and weight, Motorola has done an excellent job in making all three Razrs feel practically identical. Even the base model, with its shorter display, doesn't feel "cheap" by any sense of the imagination, and the swap to matte materials across all three phones prevents the slippery, glossy feeling I disliked on the Razr+ last year. Motorola toughened up its hinges for the second year in a row, though not once during my time with last year's phones did I think the hinge necessarily needed more work. It's snappy and satisfying, but the real test is how it'll feel months or years into use, not how it feels right out of the box. IP48 certification is great news, though, marking some level of water resistance in these flip phones for the first time in two years. That's the sort of durability improvement you love to see after a generation away. Really, it's the color and personality of these devices that is bound to win fans over. From the spring green Razr to the wood-esque Razr Ultra -- all of these have Pantone-approved names I, frankly, will not be using -- I continue to be shocked that Motorola is the only brand out here right now actually putting an emphasis on making cool designs and offering even cooler colors. Regardless of how much you're willing to pay, every one of these Razrs breathes personality, and that's not true of every black, white, and beige smartphone on the market right now. It's not Moto Maker-levels of customization, of course, but I think flip phone fans will be excited to check out the new shades and materials utilized this year. Sure, I might not be into the Alcatera finish on the dark (dark, dark) green Razr Ultra, but you might be, and I'm glad that option exists for those who want it. Moto wants you to think of the Razr as an AI-first experience And I don't really see the vision The Razr Ultra's AI key. Putting personality aside, this year is -- to no one's surprise -- all about AI. In addition to partnerships with Perplexity and Google's Gemini, Moto has packed all three phones with various AI tools developed in-house. Some of these were initially demoed as part of last year's Razr launch before arriving months later in beta, and they return this year as tools available directly out of the box. If you've forgotten exactly what those tools do, of course, you deserve some level of forgiveness in this AI-obsessed landscape. Catch Me Up is designed to deliver a roundup of your missed notifications, Pay Attention is a transcription-based recorder tool, and Remember This acts as a journal-style hub for "remembering" things, like flight details. This year, they're joined by tools like Next Move, which uses contextual information on your screen to offer further suggestions on things like recipes, and Playlist Studio, which...can make playlists inspired by things like baking a cake. Yeah, I don't really get it either. Motorola's AI efforts left me waiting to be truly impressed. They aren't bad ideas -- well, Playlist Studio might be -- but I'll have to actually try them on real devices before giving a real take. I'm actually surprised to see the AI key locked exclusively to the Razr Ultra, since a dedicated, easily-misclicked press of this button seems like how most people will actually end up using the features. The demo units available in Motorola's hands-on area weren't set up to allow for Moto AI tools, since you need to log in with a Motorola account to get started. I'm not sure it would've mattered anyway, since nearly all of these are based off either personal information gathered over time or tools that demand specific situations to be utilized to their full extent. The on-stage demos certainly didn't convince me that any of this is necessary, or even beneficial to improving my life. And from a purely AI-driven perspective, these tools will be dwarfed in usage by ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity, with the latter two pre-installed and available on all three Razrs right from the jump. For devices "backed by intelligent AI experiences," it sure feels like a familiar suite of tools. Motorola also confirmed with Android Police that these tools are coming to last year's Razr+ and Razr as well, giving them even less importance as a generation-defining feature set despite the overall focus on AI. Related 5 Motorola phones that hold a special place in my heart, no matter how old they are Motorola was it 20 years ago Posts 6 Moto's focus on AI ignores some of the brand's larger problems $1,300 should get you more than this For as practically unchanged as these devices feel from last year -- in tangible ways, at the very least -- I left Moto's hands-on area feeling a little empty inside. Are flip phones already feeling as boring as their non-foldable counterparts? Could I really feel so unenthusiastic about what, on paper, appears to be three very promising smartphones at three very different price points? Well, yes and no. Smartphone design might be stuck in a rut, regardless of the form factor you prefer, but I think Motorola's love of introducing new colors and creative materials proves there's plenty of ways left to showcase design, even in relatively boring year-over-year upgrades. It's a lesson car manufacturers have learned well: Mid-generational cycles can earn a lot of love simply by introducing a flashy new color or style. Frankly, I don't see a problem with smartphone makers leaning in the same direction. Rather, I think it's a problem with chasing trends rather than actually fixing what needs to be fixed, and in Motorola's case, it's in the software. It's not that I have a problem with the Razr's Android experience -- it's fine, if somewhat lackluster. It's the software promise that comes with these phones. Three OS upgrades that arrive ages after a new version of Android, alongside four years of bi-monthly patches? I'm sorry, but that just doesn't cut it anymore, and certainly not at $1,299. I want to be excited about 2025's Razrs, and especially the Razr Ultra. It's the flip phone I've been begging Motorola to make for the past two years. And yet... I find it difficult to actually feel like this is a promising smartphone experience that'll be easy to recommend. For $1,300, I think it's fair for prospective buyers to expect a little more longevity in their phone. The specs are there, the battery is there, and, seemingly, the durability is there. Unfortunately, Motorola continues to drop the ball on extended support, and in 2025, that's getting harder by the day to excuse. Moto Razr (2025) Motorola's most affordable Razr gets a glow-up for 2025. With new colors, a more powerful processor, and all sorts of AI tools, this might be the most exciting $700 folding phone you've ever seen. Moto Razr+ (2025) Motorola's 2025 Razr+ isn't all too different from what came before. With nearly identical specs as last year, the big improvements come from a more rigid, durable design and plenty of AI goodies. Moto Razr Ultra (2025) The Moto Razr Ultra is the foldable you've been waiting for. With a new camera system, top-tier specs, and a larger, brighter display, this is a Razr designed to go head-to-head with Samsung -- for a price, of course.

Hands-on: Motorola's new trio of Razr phones are beautiful, if familiar vessels for AI [Gallery]

Motorola just launched the Razr 2025 series, and they remain gorgeous and steadily improving foldables. But more than ever, this latest batch just feels like a collection of vessels for AI. Unlike the past couple of years, Motorola has just announced a trio of new Razr foldables this year. The base Motorola Razr (2025), the Razr+ (2025), and the new high-end Razr Ultra. And, at first glance, you'd be forgiven for thinking they look pretty familiar. Outside of the big upgrades on the Razr Ultra - better cameras, Snapdragon 8 Elite, much faster charging, a dramatically bigger battery, and more - these devices look pretty much identical to the prior generation. That's not a bad thing, though. Motorola's 2024 Razr lineup was full of welcome upgrades such as the full-size 4-inch outer display on the Razr+ and more. This time around, the design is staying the same. The base model still has a smaller outer display, and both the Plus and Ultra models have those larger displays. Changes are mostly under the hood, but they're also hidden in the hardware itself. Motorola focused in on an updated, "stronger" hinge. While I'm not sure hinge strength has been much of a problem for foldables, the updated hinge does feel much smoother and has a nice spring to it that prior models did not. I'm not sure how it will age - the newly added dust resistance in the IP48 rating ought to help - but this might be the best foldable hinge I've tried on a device in the States, certainly for a flip phone at the very least. It feels very much like Oppo's Find N Flip hinges. The biggest thing I appreciated walking away from my time with the new Razr family is the attention Motorola has placed on the fit and finish of these devices. The new colors are vibrant and fun, and there's so much variety in the texture. The wood grain "Mountain Trail" Razr Ultra is certainly going to be a favorite, but I personally really like the simple grip and texture of the "Spring Bud" base Razr and the "Cabaret" Razr Ultra as well. The Ultra's brushed metal frame is a welcome change of pace from the "premium phones get a glossy finish" trend too. The only variant I wasn't a big fan of was the Alcantara-backed version of the Razr Ultra, which feels like it won't age well at all. That said, I'm glad to see Motorola trying something that, at least in smartphones, no one else has tried. But it's also a hard pill to swallow in a way. Motorola is putting so much effort into designing these phones, clearly, but the launch event I attended and much of the marketing around these devices is focused in on "Moto AI," a suite of features that, frankly, I'm not all that impressed by. Motorola is making its own version of some good ideas already on the market, but notification summaries and "memory" features don't quite feel worth their own button on the hardware of the Ultra. I'll be curious to spend more time with these in the coming weeks, as I couldn't use the features much today as, firstly, these features need time and your data to become useful and, secondly, most of the demo devices I was using weren't signed into these accounts. Motorola is truly going all in on working with others for the sake of AI, though. Gemini is still baked in and works on the cover display, but the company has also teamed up with Perplexity to pre-install the "answer engine" on each new Razr, plus Motorola works with Meta AI to power parts of Moto AI. The new Motorola Razr series launches in the US on May 15, starting at $699. Pre-orders open up on May 7. Are you interested in any of them?

Motorola Razr Ultra gets 68W charging, three 50MP cameras, Snapdragon 8 Elite for $1,299

Motorola's newest foldable lineup now includes three devices, including a top-tier Razr Ultra that brings considerable upgrades, but also a much higher price point. Launching in May, the Motorola Razr Ultra will join the Razr (2025) and Razr+ (2025) as the most capable and expensive foldable the company offers. The device shares virtually the same form factor as the Razr+ (2024) with a 4-inch outer display and a slightly larger 7-inch inner display (the result of smaller bezels), but it packs several key upgrades. That starts with the chip, which is the Snapdragon 8 Elite. The 3nm chip is paired with 16GB of RAM, which Motorola is using to power its Moto AI suite of features which are a big focus of this new lineup. You'll also get 512GB or 1TB of storage, a bigger 4,700 mAh battery, and faster charging at 68W wired and up to 30W wireless. Motorola is also upgrading durability on this new lineup, with an IP48 rating that includes low-level dust resistance as well as a "stronger" hinge that, in our hands-on testing, feels much better than prior generations. Cameras are another upgrade of the Ultra device, with a trio of 50MP sensors. One of those is the selfie shooter on the inner display, while the rear-facing cameras include a 50MP primary sensor and a 50MP ultrawide with a 122-degree field-of-view which also doubles as a macro camera. The last new change you'll find is the "AI Key," which opens Moto AI features that are powered by Gemini, Meta AI, OpenAI, and Perplexity. Features include "Catch Me Up" for notification summaries, "Next Move" which suggests ways to use AI features (by using AI to create suggestions based on what's on screen), "Playlist Studio" which generates a music playlist based on a topic, and "Image Studio" which is basically a run-of-the-mill AI image generator. You'll also get "Group Shot," which works similarly to Google Pixel's Best Take. Colors - an aspect of Motorola's phones that the company is continually putting more attention on - include Rio Red, the wood-backed Mountain Trail, Cabaret, and the Alcantara-backed Scarab. Razr Ultra is pre-loaded with Android 15, and Motorola has committed to 3 years of Android OS updates and 4 years of bi-monthly security updates. Motorola says that the Razr Ultra will be available for pre-order on May 7, and start shipping in the US on May 15. Retailers include Amazon and Best Buy, while AT&T and T-Mobile will be carrying the device. Pricing lands at $1,299.99, though the ongoing tariff situation may affect this if/when the smartphone exclusion ends, as has been mentioned.

I got hands-on with the new Moto Razr Ultra, and I love that it brings back one unique phone feature I missed out on

Why you can trust TechRadar We spend hours testing every product or service we review, so you can be sure you're buying the best. Find out more about how we test. With the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025, Motorola emphatically wants you to judge its book by the cover. If the Moto Razr stood out before with its unique colors, this year's Razr, Razr Plus, and Razr Ultra phones cry out for attention with the most unique materials I've ever seen on a phone lineup. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2025, a new high-end for the Razr family that doesn't compromise on performance, durability, or design materials, is launching on May 15, with pre-orders starting May 7. It uses materials like real wood and Italian Alcantara, a suede-like synthetic fabric, in addition to the familiar vegan leather finish that I've enjoyed on past Razr phones. The cheaper Motorola Razr 2025 will feature a textured nylon-like finish, as well as a more sturdy acetone. Is it weird that I'm starting my hands-on review of the new Motorola Razr Ultra by talking about the materials? It's even more weird that Motorola didn't talk about the materials to start its Razr launch event. It didn't talk about design, or durability, or performance. It didn't mention the new titanium hinge until the very end, and the impressive new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor was an afterthought. Motorola launched the Motorola Razr 2025 family by talking about, yes, AI - cue a collective groan. Moto spent an hour slogging through AI features - the same features, incidentally, that Apple is getting in trouble for failing to launch. Features that let the phone gather a wealth of information about you, and what you are doing at any given moment, to remember and recite later in response to your questions. I seriously thought Motorola had forgotten about its new phones as it paraded partners and executives on stage to talk about partnerships and executions. The partnerships executive for Pantone appeared (in a taped video) to talk about working with Motorola. Not Pantone's color chief, or creative executives. The business-partners guy. Just as my cynicism was building, Motorola marched Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas on stage, looking nervous and amateurish, to talk about the way Motorola will be integrating and offering more Perplexity features on upcoming phones. Buyers will get a few months of free service to use what our friends at Wired called "a Bullsh*t Machine," an AI that has been proven to plagiarize journalists' work. Fine, Motorola - if you're not going to talk about your new phones until the end of the presentation, I'll do the same. I loved last year's Motorola Razr Plus 2024... until I got to the AI features. I found an AI image generator that created images that fell into bigoted stereotypes. It was the first image generator on a phone that allowed bigoted stereotypes of humans - a real milestone. Further, most of the AI features Motorola promised at the Razr Plus 2024 launch never materialized. The phone was supposed to be able to listen to your calls, and even pay attention to your conversations in person, to take notes and relay answers later. Those features are still unavailable. By the time this new Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 launches, the AI features Moto promised back in 2024 might be offered to beta software testers, at best. But that isn't keeping Motorola from claiming that the new phone will be able to do all of the same things the old phone was never able to manage. This is very sad, because Motorola may have created its best foldable phone ever - a phone that finally rivals flagship foldables from Samsung like the Galaxy Z Flip 6. Instead of focusing on the phone, though, Motorola is trumpeting Moto AI, but smartphone AI has proven to be a less-than-worthless feature so far, perhaps even doing more harm than good. Through the end of the two-hour launch event, Motorola never said the complete name of the new device - the Motorola Razr Ultra - even one time. There was no discussion of pricing or availability until we got a fact sheet sent over email later in the day. It felt like Motorola was so excited to talk about its new partnerships with Perplexity and Swarovski, among others, that it forgot to mention the new phones. Enough with the AI; onto the new phones! With the 2025 Motorola Razr family, Motorola leans even harder into the idea that you should absolutely judge a book by its cover. And honestly, what covers these are. The Razr Ultra 2025 isn't just a phone; it's a statement piece, a fashion accessory that happens to make calls, take photos, and pack some serious performance under the hood. The partnership with Pantone, which gave us past year's Peach Fuzz and Mocha Mousse, reaches new heights. Every colorway for the new Ultra feels deliberate, curated, and tied to a specific material choice that elevates the phone beyond simple plastic and Gorilla Glass. This year, the Razr Ultra (2025) comes in colors that include Pantone Rio Red, Scarab, Mountain Trail, and Cabaret. The Razr (2025) is available in colors that include Pantone Spring Bud, Gibraltar Sea, Parfait Pink, and Lightest Sky. While the Pantone names are evocative, the materials are the real story. Motorola is bringing back wood! Yes, actual wood graces the Mountain Trail variant, a fantastic and welcome throwback to the days of the customizable Moto X. Holding it evokes a warmth and organic texture that's missing from the cold metals and glass dominating the market. It felt premium, unique, and surprisingly durable during my initial hands-on time. I hope it weathers nicely after a few years of use. Then there's the Alcantara finish, which adorns the Pantone Scarab model. This soft, suede-like material feels fantastic - grippy, luxurious, and resistant to fingerprints. It adds a tactile dimension that's genuinely pleasant, and reminds me of driving my Porsche - the one I don't actually own - through the countryside. My only slight reservation here is the Scarab color itself; while sophisticated, it feels a bit... ominous compared to the vibrancy Moto usually brings. It's a muted, dark greenish-grey that might appeal to those wanting subtlety, but it feels like a missed opportunity compared to the potential vibrancy Alcantara can hold. I would have liked to see a light-blue Alcantara, or a Mocha Mousse version. The Rio Red and Cabaret options, paired with vegan leather, promise the more eye-catching hues we've come to expect. I was surprised that Motorola is offering two reddish hues on the same model, but they clearly know more about colors than I do. Motorola is clearly banking on design diversity, offering something that stands out in a sea of smartphone sameness. But as I noted last year with vegan leather, material choices have implications. Wood requires careful sourcing, and Alcantara, while luxurious, is still a synthetic material. The eco-conscious narrative is complex, and today's economic climate is not making eco-friendly choices more profitable. Beneath the surface, has the Ultra moniker been earned? Let's delve into the hardware, because there are significant changes inside, potentially addressing my lingering hesitations from previous generations. The new Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 gives the Razr family a high-end model that matches the competition. Motorola used to sell the same phone as the Razr Plus in the US and the Razr Ultra in the rest of the world. This year, these are distinct models. The Razr Plus 2025 is very similar to last year's Razr Plus 2024 and Razr 50 Ultra, but the new Razr Ultra 2025 - that's Razr 60 Ultra for most of the world - is a whole new beast. It's also an expensive beast, sadly. Last year's Motorola Razr Plus / Razr 50 Ultra cost $999.99 / £999.99 / AU$1,699, and Motorola perpetually offered a $300 discount for that phone, at least in the US, making it one of the most affordable phones you can buy, foldable or not. This year's Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 starts at a whopping $1,299 (UK and AU pricing was TBC at publication time). That's more than a Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6 and more than an iPhone 16 Pro Max. It's the same price as Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra, the most feature-packed phone you can buy (that doesn't fold in half). Thankfully, the Moto Razr Ultra 2025 works to earn that price bump. While the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 in last year's Razr Plus was capable, it wasn't a true, top-tier flagship chip. The Razr Ultra 2025 rectifies this emphatically by incorporating the Snapdragon 8 Elite mobile platform. I've been very impressed by the Snapdragon 8 Elite phones I've tested so far this year, especially the OnePlus 13. The new chipset offers top-notch performance and superlative battery life. The new Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 also comes with a substantial boost in memory and storage - now starting at a whopping 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 4.0 storage (with a 1TB option available). This phone should feel instantly faster, and I'm expecting it will be significantly more future-proof. Last year's 8GB/256GB starter configuration of the Moto Razr Plus 2024 feels almost quaint by comparison. Motorola also continues its winning streak on flip phone displays. The external cover display, already a standout feature, retains its vibrancy and gets a boost to a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. It remains the most usable and versatile cover screen on any flip phone, bar none. Moto's philosophy of allowing most Android apps to run natively on this outer screen is still its killer app, making quick interactions genuinely useful without you needing to open the phone. Enhancements for apps like Google Photos and Spotify were welcome last year, and I expect further refinements here. Sadly, the only app Motorola demonstrated on the cover display was the new Perplexity AI app. Unfold the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 and you're greeted by a gorgeous 7.0-inch AMOLED panel (6.9-inches on the Razr and Razr Plus). It's an HDR10+ certified, Dolby Vision-capable screen with a sharp 464ppi pixel density. Like the cover screen, it boasts an adaptive LTPO refresh rate up to 165Hz and pushes brightness even further to a dazzling 4500 nits peak, though we'll have to test those claims in Future Labs before we confirm their accuracy. Now, let's talk about the Achilles' heel of foldable phones like the previous Razr Plus: the cameras. Foldables inherently struggle here due to space constraints. Last year's jump to 50MP on the Plus sounded good, but came with smaller individual pixels, relying on pixel binning. I was hopeful, but ultimately found the results good, not great. This year, the Razr Ultra seems to be taking the camera situation much more seriously, with upgrades across the board. The main camera is still a 50MP sensor, but the specs suggest a significant improvement. It uses quad pixel-binning technology to produce 12.6MP images, but the effective pixel size resulting from this binning is now a much larger 2.0μm (up from 1.6μm effective last year, which itself was binned from 0.8μm native pixels on the sensor). This, combined with an f/1.8 aperture, OIS, and instant all-pixel PDAF, could translate to much better low-light performance and overall image quality. Motorola is also touting Pantone Validated Color and Skin Tones. This is a new development for Pantone, so we'll have to test the Razr cameras to see if they deliver on this promise. Instead of last year's 2x zoom on the Plus, the Ultra brings back a dedicated 50MP ultrawide camera with a 122-degree field of view. This sensor also uses Quad Pixel binning for 12.6MP shots with an effective 1.2μm pixel size, and it doubles as a macro camera. While I appreciated the utility of the 2x zoom for portraits last year, a high-resolution ultra-wide often proves more versatility for landscapes, group shots, and creative perspectives. The macro capability is a nice bonus, if Motorola can match the macro performance we're seeing from the best camera phones. Even the front-facing (internal) camera gets a massive bump to 50MP, again using pixel-binning technology for 12.6MP images with a 1.28μm effective pixel size and an f/2.0 aperture. This is a huge step up, and promises much better selfies and video calls when the phone is open. On paper, this camera system looks like the upgrade I was hoping to see. It genuinely seems that Motorola has invested in larger, better sensors across the board, and larger sensors are the best upgrade for a new camera. Of course, the proof of the pudding is in the eating, and extensive testing will be needed to see if the processing and software can truly leverage this hardware potential and finally make the Razr camera competitive with the best camera phones from Samsung, Google and OnePlus. My fingers are crossed. Battery life and charging get a significant boost on the new Motorola Razr Ultra - a nice turn, since this is often a compromise on thin foldables. The 2025 Razr Ultra packs a much larger 4,700mAh battery, a substantial increase from the 4,000mAh cell in the Razr Plus 2024. Along with the efficient Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset inside, this should make a noticeable difference to daily endurance. When it does need topping up, charging speeds have also dramatically increased. We now get 68W wired charging (up from 45W, though the charger is sold separately) and faster 30W wireless charging (doubling last year's 15W). There's even 5W reverse-wireless charging to juice up earbuds or other accessories. This comprehensive power upgrade addresses a key user concern, and adds significant practical value for the new, more expensive Razr Ultra. Perhaps most importantly, the new Razr family will be more durable than ever before. The Razr Ultra 2025 boasts an IP48 rating. The '8' signifies the same strong water resistance as before (up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes in fresh water). The '4', however, is new to Razr, and crucial. It indicates protection against solid objects larger than 1mm. This means better defense against things like crumbs, pocket lint, or grit getting into the hinge mechanism - a common worry for foldable owners. It's not full dust proofing (like an IP68 rating on a traditional phone), a limitation it shares with competitors like the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 6, but it's a welcome step towards greater peace of mind for everyday use. All these upgrades - the bigger battery, potentially larger camera modules, improved hinge protection, premium materials like wood - come with another slight cost: weight. The Razr Ultra 2025 tips the scales at 199g. That's roughly 10g heavier than last year's Motorola Razr Plus 2024, and this new Razr Ultra is the heaviest flip phone currently on the market. However, let's keep things in perspective. It's still remarkably pocketable when closed, and it's significantly lighter than many traditional flagship slabs. For context, the Motorola Razr Ultra is about an ounce (around 28g) lighter than the iPhone 16 Pro Max, despite offering a similar main display size and battery cell. In my brief handling, the extra weight wasn't bothersome, and it even added to the premium, dense feel. The phone runs Android 15 out of the box, and the software experience felt typically Moto - clean, fluid, with useful additions rather than heavy-handed skinning. The powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite chip ensures everything flies. Regarding AI, the conversation feels similar to last year. Google's Gemini is likely deeply integrated, benefiting from the NPU on the new chipset for faster on-device processing. Moto's own Moto AI features, like the intriguing 'Pay Attention' recording / summarization tool previewed last year, remain something I'm waiting to see fully realized. I can keep waiting, but Moto needs to demonstrate a clear, reliable, and secure AI strategy soon. The hardware is now undoubtedly capable; the software execution remains the question mark, much like last year. I also sincerely hope Motorola improves its track record on major Android version updates, which lagged significantly for the 2023 models. So, has the Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 earned its 'Ultra' suffix? Based on this initial hands-on, I'd say yes. Motorola has not only doubled down on its flip-phone design leadership with exciting materials like real wood and Italian Alcantara, and refined color partnerships, but it has also decisively addressed key hardware shortcomings. The move to a true flagship processor, the doubled RAM/storage, the significantly larger battery with faster charging, and the promising, across-the-board camera sensor upgrades represent a major leap forward. The improved IP rating adds practical durability. While I can't deliver a final verdict until I've had time to test this phone with a full review - especially focusing on camera performance and real-world battery endurance - the Razr Ultra 2025 feels like the most complete, comely, and compelling Razr yet. If the high price has you flummoxed, just wait. As we saw last year, Motorola's list prices are often just a starting point. Keep a close eye out for carrier deals, trade-in offers, and big discounts soon after launch - some patience might save you a significant chunk of change. If you're too excited to wait, the hardware upgrades might make paying full price feel more justified, especially if those cameras finally deliver.

Motorola launches three new foldable Razr phones for 2025

Motorola finally shut off all the leaks surrounding its new Razr phones on Thursday by just announcing them officially. The American tech firm announced its latest batch of foldable phones, which consists of three new Razr devices: The Razr (2025), Razr Plus (2025), and Razr Ultra. You can see a full rundown of specs and features in Motorola's company blog post, but suffice it to say, the Ultra with the wood finish is probably the star of the show here. Motorola claims that thanks to its Snapdragon processor, the new Motorola Razr Ultra will be the world's most powerful flip phone, as well as the fastest-charging flip phone. It's the most expensive phone of the bunch at $1,300, but you get what you pay for, specs-wise. The Razr Ultra has a 4-inch cover display on the exterior and a 7-inch display on the interior, with a beefy 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. You'll also get a big 4,700mAh battery on top of a new Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, plus a trio of 50MP camera lenses to play with. It also comes in a swaggy new faux-wood finish as an option, which is definitely one of the coolest-looking phones I've seen in a minute. Here are the key specs: The Motorola Razr Ultra also has a dedicated AI button, though the features you can access with it as a shortcut are also available on the other new Razr devices. "Moto AI," as it's called, can do interesting things like keep a pin in items you specifically ask it to remember for you to bring up later. There's also a "Group Shot" photo feature similar to what's been on recent Google Pixel phones, which lets you put multiple group photos together into one, giving you a "perfect" shot where no one is making a funny face. AI features like this are becoming standard now in the smartphone market, with each successive launch bringing new AI features to the market. Moto AI gets a boost from Google Gemini, including Google Gemini Live mode. The other two new Razr phones aren't quite as fancy as the Ultra, but as a consolation, they're also considerably cheaper. The base model starts at $699 and comes with a smaller 3.6-inch cover screen and a slightly smaller 6.9-inch interior display. You only get an older MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor to go along with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of storage, and the camera array isn't as impressive, but if you want an affordable foldable, this is an affordable foldable. Here are the base model's specs: The $999 Razr Plus is an interesting middle-ground. It retains the 4-inch cover screen from the Ultra and the 6.9-inch display from the base model. It uses a slightly newer Snapdragon 8S Gen 3 processor than what's in the base model, but it still probably won't be as performant as the Ultra. You get 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage here, as well as a 50MP wide lens and 50MP telephoto lens to play with on the back. And here are the key specs for the Razr Plus, with our colleagues at CNET filling in some details on the processor and battery: One thing is clear: Motorola has come a long way since the first, very disappointing attempt at bringing back the Razr as a foldable five years ago. The 2025 editions of the Motorola Razr, Razr+, and Razr Ultra will be available for pre-order for U.S. customers starting May 7 at Motorola, Best Buy, and Amazon. For now, you can register for updates at the Motorola website. We'll update this post with additional purchase details when we have them, and we're hoping to have a full hands-on review of the new phones soon.

Moto Razr Plus 2025 Preview: a refresh with a few differences

Table of Contents Table of Contents The same design, display, and internals Improved durability and crease Identical colors and cameras Improvements in software and Moto AI When can you buy the Razr Plus 2025? For the past two years, Motorola has launched two new flip-style folding phones. The entry-level Razr was joined by the flagship Razr Plus, but this year, the company is expanding the lineup with the new Razr Ultra 2025. The Razr Plus has been my favorite flip phone for the past two years, but the new Razr Ultra 2025 means that the Razr Plus is no longer Motorola's flagship. What does this mean for the Razr Plus 2025, and what's new with this year's middle flip phone? Recommended Videos At an exclusive preview event in New York City yesterday, I had the opportunity to spend some time with the new Razr Plus 2025. Is it just a refresh, or is there something new that helps it stand out? Here's our hands-on preview of the new Razr Plus 2025. The same design, display, and internals If you look at the Razr Plus 2024 next to the Razr Plus 2025, you'll be hard pressed to find a single noticeable difference. That's because these are essentially the same phone, albeit with subtle changes to the color and finish choices. This means you get the same 4-inch Cover Display complete with a 22:9 aspect ratio, a dynamic refresh rate of up to 165Hz, HDR 10+ support, and a peak brightness of 2,400 nits. Unfolded, the Razr Plus 2025 also features the same 6.9-inch foldable pOLED display with HDR10+ support, a refresh rate of up to 165Hz, and a peak brightness of 3,000 nits. Under the hood, the Razr Plus 2025 utilizes the same Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 processor as last year, paired with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of UFS 4.0 storage. This means it also features Wi-Fi 7 support, Bluetooth 5.4, and support for 5G sub-6 networks. Like last year, there is no mmWave 5G support; however, this is consistent with other phone makers who have also dropped the fastest 5G speeds. Under the hood, there's the same 4,000 mAh battery as last year's Razr Plus, with Motorola opting not to increase the battery size like it did with the Razr 2025 and Razr Ultra 2025. There's also 45W charging, 15W wireless charging, and 5W reverse wireless charging; however, like most phones in the US, no charger is included in the box. To the right is the same side-mounted fingerprint reader that works extremely well on the Razr Plus 2024. On the back, there are subtle changes to the durability and color choices for what is otherwise an identical phone to last year's. Improved durability and crease Like the rest of the Razr 2025 series, the Razr Plus 2025 features a new titanium hinge that you won't immediately notice. This upgraded hinge is four times stronger than the surgical-grade stainless steel hinge used in the Razr Plus 2025, and it helps ensure that the phone itself can handle up to 35% more folds. Beyond this, the Razr Plus 2025 also features a new, improved ultra-thin glass that is designed to make the display and crease up to 30% smoother. There's also Gorilla Glass Victus protection, similar to last year's model, which should ensure it's protected against scratches and wear and tear. After a year of use, my Razr Plus 2024 has held up extremely well. However, I'm looking forward to seeing how the new titanium hinge improves durability over time, especially since Motorola has also adjusted the angle at which the display folds to enhance durability further. Identical colors and cameras One of the reasons to buy the Moto Razr lineup is always Motorola's dedication to striking colors that are unlike anything offered by the competition, and the Razr Plus 2025 continues this trend. However, while the Razr Ultra 2025 offers a range of color choices and finishes, including a beautiful wood finish, the Razr Plus is available in fewer colors than the Razr Plus 2024, and they all appear very similar. The Razr Plus 2025 is available in three color choices: Midnight Blue, Hot Pink (my favorite), and Mocha Mousse. The first two were also available at launch for the Razr Plus 2024, while the latter is the Pantone color of the year, and the Razr Plus 2024 was launched in this color earlier this year. There are subtle changes to the finish on the rear, but essentially, these are the same colors you can find on the Razr Plus 2024. Also identical is the dual camera setup. The Razr Plus 2025 features the same 50MP main camera with an f/1.7 aperture and quad pixel technology, paired with the same 50MP telephoto camera that offers 2x optical zoom. The selfie camera above the main display is also the same 32MP sensor found in last year's model. The Razr Plus 2024 camera proved to be capable in most lighting conditions, and there's little reason to suspect that this year's model will be any different. Improvements in software and Moto AI Like every phone maker, Motorola has also invested heavily in bringing a suite of AI features to the Razr Plus 2025. It runs the same suite of original Moto AI features that launched in January for the Razr Plus 2024, but also adds a few new Moto AI 2.0 features designed to further blend productivity and creativity tools into a single, useful suite of AI tools. The Razr Plus 2025 ships with Gemini pre-installed and usable on the front screen, making it the first smartphone to feature this capability. It is also the first Android phone to feature Perplexity out of the box, and the first to have support for Microsoft CoPilot. Motorola is committed to ensuring that whichever AI platform you prefer, the Razr Plus 2025 can support it. Beyond this, the Razr Plus 2025 also comes with enhanced versions of the original Moto AI features: Catch Me Up to summarize personal notifications, Pay Attention to quickly start and save voice recordings, and Remember This to help you easily store and recall screenshots. The Razr Plus 2025 also features the new Moto AI 2.0. Next Move recognizes what's on your screen and suggests next steps. These include saving important details to make them easy to recall later, creating an image, avatar, wallpaper, or sticker with Image Studio, or generating a musical playlist with Playlist Studio. The Razr Plus 2025 also features a few enhancements to Motorola's already excellent front-screen software, which has made the Razr Plus 2024 my favorite compact phone. There is support for directly launching app features, such as a new Instagram post or email, from the communications panel, as well as the ability to add up to two additional app and widget panels. Motorola already has the best software for a front-facing display on a flip phone, and these tweaks make it even better. When can you buy the Razr Plus 2025? If you're interested in the new Razr Plus 2025, you can pre-order it starting May 7 for $999.99 at Best Buy, Motorola.com, and Amazon, with it officially available on May 15. It's exclusive to North America, so there is no European model, unlike in previous years. The Razr Plus 2025 will also be available from T-Mobile and AT&T starting May 15.

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. Pixel 9a brings flagship-grade AI photography to a $499 budget phone 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.

Motorola's Razr 60 Ultra foldable makes me wish more phones were made from wood | Stuff

The pocket-friendly clamshell is back with better cameras and more AI smarts Trees are famously not very bendy, so wood probably seems like an unlikely material to make a foldable phone out of, but that hasn't stopped Motorola giving it a go. The 'Mountain Trail' version of the new Razr 60 Ultra (sold as the Razr Ultra in the US) is partly made from real wood - unsurprisingly a first for a clamshell. Of course, the actual bendy bits are made from other stuff: the hinge is reinforced with titanium and the screen on the inside is a flexible OLED that's been Pantone Validated for colour accuracy. Slimming down the screen bezels has let Motorola squeeze a 7in panel in there, with a higher pixel count than the outgoing Razr 50 Ultra. The customisable 4in outer touchscreen is the same size as what you used to get on an iPhone 5, but is covered in Corning Gorilla Glass-Ceramic, so it's a lot tougher. You can use it as a viewfinder for the pair of outer 50MP cameras - one ultra-wide and a lead snapper with Super Zoom abilities. The inner camera now has a 50MP sensor, too, giving it the pixel count advantage over practically every flip phone rival. So far a lot of folding phones have tended to fall a little short in the durability stakes, but the Razr 60 Ultra is IP48-rated, which means it can fend off dust and sit in up to 1.5m of fresh water for as long as 30 minutes and emerge unharmed. Not as tough as an old oak tree, then, but still pretty resilient. If you don't fancy the wooden Razr there are also three other finishes available: velvety Alcantara, a smooth satin-inspired one, and a durable leather-esque option. Motorola is promising over 36 hours of life from the Razr 60 Ultra's 4700mAh battery, which can charge at a rapid 68W over USB-C or 30W on a compatible wireless charger. Power comes from one of Qualcomm's speedy Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Elite chips, which should provide plenty of oomph for Android 15. Motorola's pared-back take on Android has expanded a little this year, having been pumped full of the now obligatory AI tools. There's even a dedicated AI key on the side to make them easier to access. It's essentially an alternative to Google Assistant and Gemini, putting useful tools and recommendations within easy reach. Catch Me Up summarises all your recent notifications, Next Move recognises what's onscreen and suggests what to do afterwards, and an image studio can generate pics or stickers based on your chat conversations. The Razr 60 Ultra will set you back £1199, making it £50 pricier than the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip6 was at launch. We're still waiting for US pricing to be confirmed. It'll be available to buy direct from Motorola, as well as all the usual retailers. If that's a little too rich for your blood, the Razr 60 - sold as just plain Razr in America - may be a safer bet. Launching at £799 in the UK, it sticks with the 3.6in outer screen and 6.9in inner display seen on last year's Razr 50, but brings extra power courtesy of a MediaTek Dimensity 7400X chipset. The 50MP lead lens and 13MP ultrawide camera duo look very similar to the outgoing model, but battery capacity has grown to 4500mAh. It'll land in Spring Bud, Gibraltar Sea, Parfait Pink and Lightest Sky colours.

motorola razr 60 ultra with 7'' foldable and 4'' outer 165Hz LTPO OLED displays, Snapdragon 8 Elite and razr 60 announced

motorola just introduced the razr 60/razr (2025) and razr 60 Ultra/razr Ultra, the company's latest foldable smartphones for the global markets, as expected. The razr 60 ultra gets a larger 7-inch FHD+ internal foldable LTPO pOLED screen with 1-165Hz refresh rate. This retains the large 4-inch FHD+ outer pOLED screen with 1-165Hz LPTO screen, and the brightness has increased for both the displays. It is powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite SoC, gets a 50MP main, 50MP ultra-wide and a 50MP front camera. The phones come with a moto ai prompts, Catch Me Up, Pay Attention, and Remember This, which have evolved based on consumer feedback, according to the company. The razr 60 ultra gets a dedicated AI Key to easily access moto ai from anywhere. When the phone is in stand or tent mode, users can go hands-free and enable Look & Talk with just a glance and converse with moto ai to answer quick questions, summarize notifications or transcribe conversations. It gets a 4700mAh battery with 68W TurboPower fast charging and 30W wireless charging. The phones come in a new wood finish and the first phone ever crafted with Alcantara in collaboration with the iconic Italian brand, said the company. These feature redesigned titanium-reinforced hinge and IP48 dust and underwater protection. The motorola razr 60 is the first phone to be powered by the new MediaTek Dimensity 7400X processor. It gets a 4500mAh battery with 30W TurboPower wired and 15W wireless charging. There is also a new razr+ (2025) model for the US market with a similar display and cameras as the razr (2025), but this gets a faster Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 SoC, 50MP main + 50MP telephoto camera, and packs a 4,000mAh battery, 45W TurboPower wired and 15W wireless charging. The motorola razr 60 ultra/razr ultra comes in Rio Red, Scarab, Mountain Trail and Cabaret colours and is priced at USD 1,300 (Rs. 1,10,870 approx.) in the US and 1,100 GBP (USD 1464 / Rs. 1,24,935 approx.) in the UK. The motorola razr 60 /razr (2025) comes in Gibraltar Sea, Spring Bud, Lightest Sky, and Parfait Pink colours and is priced at $700 (Rs. 59,700 approx.) in the US and 800 GBP (USD 1,065 / Rs. 90,880 approx.) in the UK. These will go on pre-order in the US from May 7 with full availability on select retail channels and carriers on May 15. The motorola razr+ (2025) comes in Mocha Mousse and Hot Pink colours, costs USD 1000 (Rs. 85,285 approx.) and will be available in the US from June 3rd.