Motorola Unveils Razr 2024: Affordable Foldable with Powerful AI Features
Motorola has announced its latest foldable smartphone, the Razr 2024, positioning it as one of the most affordable AI-powered foldable devices on the market. The new Razr combines cutting-edge design with advanced artificial intelligence capabilities, thanks to a partnership with Google.
Sleek Design and Impressive Display
The Razr 2024 maintains the iconic clamshell design of its predecessors while pushing the boundaries of foldable technology:
- Compact dimensions: 73.99 x 88.08 x 15.85mm when closed
- Lightweight: Only 188g
- Main display: Nearly 7-inch foldable AMOLED
- 1080p resolution
- LTPO technology with 120Hz refresh rate
- HDR10+ support
- 120% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage
- Up to 3000 nits peak brightness
- External display: 3.6-inch cover screen
- Durable build: Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection
- Premium finish: Vegan leather exterior
Powerful Hardware at an Affordable Price
Motorola has made some strategic choices to keep the Razr 2024 competitively priced:
- Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 7300
- Memory: 8GB RAM
- Storage: 256GB or 512GB options
- Battery: 4200mAh
- 30W TurboPower fast charging
- 15W wireless charging support
- Included 33W charger in the box
Advanced Camera System with AI Enhancements
The Razr 2024 features a capable camera setup enhanced by artificial intelligence:
- Main camera: 50MP sensor with OIS
- 1.6 micron pixel size in 12MP binning mode
- Instant all-pixel focus
- Ultrawide/macro camera: 13MP
- 1.12 micron pixel size
- 120° field of view
AI-powered camera features include:
- AI Auto Smile Capture
- Gesture Capture
- Google Photos Auto Enhance
- Face Beauty
Google Gemini Integration
Motorola's partnership with Google brings exclusive AI features to the Razr 2024:
- Gemini access directly from the external display
- Google Photos integration on the cover screen
- Upcoming Ask Photos feature powered by Gemini
- 3-month trial of Gemini Advanced
- Google One AI Premium plan benefits:
- 2TB cloud storage
- Gemini in Gmail, Docs, and other Google apps
- Moto AI features enabled by Google Cloud:
- Moto Magic Canvas
- Style Sync
Pricing and Availability
The Motorola Razr 2024 is set to launch first in the European Union and the UK, with a US release expected to follow. While official US pricing hasn't been confirmed, it's anticipated to be around $699.99, making it one of the most affordable foldable phones in the market.
With its combination of innovative design, AI capabilities, and competitive pricing, the Motorola Razr 2024 aims to make foldable technology more accessible to a wider range of consumers.