Motorola Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra Will Be Called Razr and Razr+ in North America
Just a few hours ago, Motorola introduced the Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra foldable smartphones in China, which are now set to launch globally with a small twist. The Razr 40 will be marketed as the Razr, while the Razr 40 Ultra will be known as the Razr+ in North America.
These devices are the same as the ones previously mentioned in our initial announcement. In the Eurozone, the Razr 40 will be priced at €799, while the Razr 40 Ultra will cost €1,199. The Razr 40 Ultra is already available today in Europe and will gradually be released in Latin America and Asia in the coming weeks.
In the United States, the Razr+ with 256GB of storage will be released on June 23 through various channels, including Motorola, Amazon, Best Buy, AT&T, T-Mobile, Google Fi, Optimum Mobile, and Spectrum Mobile. The price will be $999, and pre-orders will begin on June 16. The Viva Magenta color variant will be exclusive to Motorola’s online store and T-Mobile.
In Canada, the Razr+ will also be available for pre-order on June 16 and will see a full release on June 23 through Motorola’s website and select carriers and national retailers. The price in Canada will be CAD 1,299.99.
The Razr will be launched in North America “in the coming months,” and the price has not yet been revealed. It will also be introduced soon in selected markets across Europe, Latin America, and Asia. Additionally, Motorola has unveiled the Motorola Edge 40 Viva Magenta edition for Europe, featuring the Pantone Color of the Year, Viva Magenta. This version is essentially the same device but with a new and unique color option.
Published on 06/13/23 8:54 | by Rawa John
Motorola Razr 40 & Razr 40 Ultra Launched in China
Motorola has officially announced its latest lineup of foldable phones in China, confirming months of speculation and hints. The flagship model is the Razr 40 Ultra, featuring a sizable 3.6-inch cover display and powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chipset. For those seeking a more affordable option, there is the Razr 40, which incorporates the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 SoC and a smaller 1.5-inch cover screen.
Motor Razr 40 Ultra
One of the standout features of the Moto Razr 40 Ultra is its impressive 3.6-inch external display. This is currently the largest cover screen available on a clamshell foldable phone, equipped with a 10-bit AMOLED panel boasting a resolution of 1066 x 1056 pixels, a refresh rate of 144Hz, and Gorilla Glass Victus for enhanced protection. The device offers interactive wallpapers and customized clock faces, but its capabilities go beyond aesthetics.
Similar to previous Razr foldable models, the cover screen allows users to perform various tasks without needing to unfold the main display. This includes activities such as watching YouTube videos, checking navigation details on Google Maps, or responding to emails.
The Razr 40 Ultra sports a 6.69-inch FHD+ LTPO AMOLED main display with a refresh rate of 165Hz, HDR10+ support, and a peak brightness of 1,400 nits. Its Ultra-Thin Glass (UTG) panel features a five-layer protective structure and a teardrop hinge design that ensures no gap when closed. The display also houses a 32MP front-facing camera and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner.
The frame of the Razr 40 Ultra is constructed from 7000-series aluminum, while the back comes in Infinite Black and Glacier Blue colors with Gorilla Glass Victus protection, or the Viva Magenta colorway with vegan leather. When unfolded, the device measures just 6.99mm in thickness, expanding to 15.1mm when folded, and weighs 188 grams. It also features an IP52 water-repellent coating.
Motorola has made efforts to enhance the longevity and durability of the hinge by reducing its components to 85 parts. The phone can be positioned on its back at multiple angles for capturing content.
In terms of cameras, the Razr 40 Ultra boasts a 12MP main sensor with OIS and a 13MP ultrawide module that doubles as a macro camera. It runs on Android 13 with the Moto MyUX interface on top and offers the Ready For desktop interface when connected to an external monitor. Motorola promises three OS updates for the device. The phone is equipped with a 3,800mAh battery with 30W wired charging support and up to 5W wireless charging. It comes in Infinite Black, Glacier Blue, and Viva Magenta color options.
In China, the pricing for the Razr 40 Ultra starts at CNY 5,699 ($801) for the 8GB RAM and 256GB storage variant, and goes up to CNY 6,399 ($900) for the 12GB RAM and 512GB storage version. Open sales for the Chinese market will commence on June 5. International pricing and availability details will be revealed later during the global launch of the Razr 40 series.
Motor Razr 40
As for the Motorola Razr 40, it shares similarities with the Razr 40 Ultra, featuring a 6.9-inch LTPO AMOLED display with FHD+ resolution but with a slightly lower refresh rate of 144Hz. The cover screen measures 1.5 inches and offers basic notification management while also serving as a viewfinder for the cameras.
The Razr 40 maintains the 7000-series aluminum frame and IP52 water-repellent rating of the Razr 40 Ultra but is slightly thicker at 7.35mm when unfolded and 15.8mm when folded. It sports a 64MP main camera with OIS and a 13MP ultrawide sensor, while the front-facing camera remains at 32MP.
Under the hood, the Razr 40 is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 chipset, accompanied by 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 128GB or 256GB of UFS 2.2 storage. It comes with a larger 4,200mAh battery and supports the same 30W fast wired charging and up to 5W wireless charging.
The Moto Razr 40 comes in Sage Green, Vanilla Cream, and Summer Lilac color options. In China, it will be priced at CNY 3,999 ($562) for the 8GB RAM and 128GB storage variant, and CNY 4,699 ($660) for the 12GB RAM and 256GB storage model. The Razr 40 is set to be available for open sale in China starting from June 25.
Published on 06/13/23 8:38 | by Rawa John
Renders Reveal Motorola Razr 40 Ultra’s Complete and Detailed Specs
Following today’s video leak, we now have access to comprehensive specifications and high-resolution press images of the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra, showcasing all three color options. The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra boasts a sizable 6.9-inch inner display with a resolution of 2400x1080px and an impressive 165 Hz refresh rate. This display is both larger and faster compared to the Galaxy Z Flip4. Additionally, the device features a 3.6-inch cover display with a 1066x1056px panel, which the source confirms also refreshes at 165 Hz.
Under the hood, the Motorola Razr 40 Ultra is powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor paired with 8 GB of RAM, and it offers 256 GB of built-in storage capacity. To keep the device running, it is equipped with a 3,800 mAh battery that supports both 33W wired charging (charger included in the box) and wireless charging.
In terms of photography, the Razr 40 Ultra includes a 12MP f/1.5 wide-angle camera with 1.4μm pixels and optical image stabilization. Adjacent to it is a 13MP f/2.2 ultrawide camera with 1.12μm pixels and a stabilized lens. The front-facing selfie camera, located on the inside, features a 32MP sensor with an f/2.4 aperture.
The dimensions of the Razr 40 Ultra are measured at 170.8x74x7mm, and it weighs 189g. It supports Wi-Fi 6 ax, Bluetooth 5.3, and naturally, 5G connectivity. The Motorola Razr 40 Ultra will be available in three attractive colors: Infinity Black, Glacier Blue, and Viva Magenta. According to WinFuture, the pricing is expected to fall within the range of €1,169 to €1,199.
Published on 06/5/23 8:02 | by Rawa John
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra will Debut as Razr+ in the US Market
On June 1, 2023, Motorola plans to reveal two vertically folding smartphones in a flip-style design, expected to be named the Razr 40 and Razr 40 Ultra. There have been rumors suggesting that the Razr 40 Ultra might also be referred to as Razr+, and these rumors have been confirmed by reliable leaker Evan Blass. According to Blass, the smartphone will be launched as Razr+ in the US and as Razr 40 Ultra in other markets.
In addition, Blass has shared a couple of videos showcasing various ways to use the cover screen of the Razr 40 Ultra, which is rumored to have a diagonal measurement of 3.5 inches. Motorola has not yet disclosed any details about the Razr 40 duo.
However, you can find the leaked specifications of the Razr 40 Ultra. The smartphone will be equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC and will feature a 3,640 mAh battery with 33W fast charging capability.
Published on 05/29/23 8:25 | by Rawa John
Motorola Razr 40 Ultra Updated Renders
Yesterday, we were treated to some renders of the upcoming Motorola Razr 40 foldable smartphone. Today, thanks to renowned leakster Evan Blass (aka @evleaks), we have our best glimpse yet at its higher-end counterpart, the Razr 40 Ultra. Blass has shared official-looking renders of the device in all three colors.
These leaked renders not only confirm the phone’s name but also showcase its standout feature—the outer screen. It is notably larger than any other foldable device we’ve seen, occupying nearly the entire available space and even wrapping around the cameras and flash. The design is undeniably impressive, especially when compared to competing models in this category.
According to rumors, the Razr 40 Ultra is expected to be equipped with the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC. It may feature a main screen with a resolution of 1080×2640 pixels and a refresh rate of either 120 Hz or 144 Hz. The outer screen is rumored to have a resolution of 1056×1066 pixels. The device could offer storage options of up to 512GB and RAM configurations of up to 12GB. Additionally, it may house a 3,640 mAh battery with support for 33W charging.
In terms of cameras, reports suggest a 12 MP main camera utilizing Sony’s IMX563 sensor, accompanied by a 13 MP ultrawide camera using SK Hynix’s Hi1336 sensor. For selfies, there may be a 32 MP front-facing camera equipped with the OmniVision OV32B40 sensor. The phone is expected to launch with Android 13 out of the box, and the release date could be just a few weeks away, so stay tuned for further updates.
Published on 05/20/23 4:29 | by Rawa John
