This is the first phone in so long that's actually intrigued me. The form factor being so small in its folded state AND being able to use it , and the camera use... just so good . . .
I have to say it just looks so interesting and I can imagine on a long flight having it propped up like that or connecting it to your computer to show notification
Our company just had an Automation Engineer purchase one of these. He has been holding on to a very old Sony because he doesn't like big phones. He purchased this phone specifically so he could do most of his daily activities on the outside screen. So far he has really enjoyed the device. In IT we like it, because it brings his Android OS up to a modern version so his authenticator works on his phone now.
I’ve personally never been into foldables but with the functionality and size of that outside display I find it very impressive. I see how Motorola are trying to innovate in this field and I feel they’re onto something with this model.
I think the great thing about this system is you can control exactly how much you can do on the outer screen. So if you want a more limited experience, you can have that, but for people who can't handle that, you can turn anything on too. Choice and control is good.
That big front screen solves my biggest gripe for a flip phone. Having the ability to do almost anything without having to open the phone is incredible. I am now seriously considering this as my next phone. Now to wait for what Samsung will be showing off!
This is the first folding phone that I could actually see myself buying. I love the idea that the outside screen is usable with most apps. If Pixel would make one like this it would sell me.
exactlymy train of thought. always wanted a folding phone ever since they came out, but didn't see myself paying the price (especially not for the rellatively aweful specs) and now I got used to the Pixel Phone interface. Really excited to see where this is going and maybe in 3-4 years when I buy myself a new phone, it'll be like the Motorola shown here
Seeing yourself with the main camera is a huge plus. I do "no look selfies" all the time because the camera is SO much better. This helps me take the perfect shot, and has a kick stand built in. Amazing feature I didn't know I needed.
It's probably the most compelling feature of the folding phones in general. Most people I show my Fold 4 to are impressed by the folding but they're amazed by the ability to show the subject what's being taken in the photograph - your partner will love the ability to adjust themselves using the built-in preview.
Actually these are the first folding phones that I'm really considering buying. Mostly because of the price, but the big screen is really a thing that I see myself using a lot. I'm glad that phone companies didn't stop investing in that tech, because in my opinion it's really something that has a future.
I repeatedly exclaimed, "That's so cool!" out loud while watching this video, these are exactly the kind of things that I personally am looking for in a modern foldable phone. I'm really excited by this and I hope they can continue to lead the charge in pushing the envelope on what these folding phones can do. I feel like other foldables so far have kind of been playing it very safe, while also massively inflating their prices. The fact that this one can do all of this for a thousand bucks seems very reasonable to me compared to other foldables on the market. And the fact that they are also releasing a less fancy and cheaper foldable is also really cool because it provides an entry point for more people to get into foldables and also hopefully will challenge some of the other players in the foldable game to think about what they're charging for their foldables. Kind of like what Google have been doing with their A-series Pixel phones. So yeah, I'm all for this.
@@WMGarbageKingGenXers are 45-60yo now. Xers remember the analog world, but were in their 20s when tech was born (OG Razr - 2004), and still have a lot of purchasing power. Sales might back the timing of a Razr reboot since techless living is damn near impossible, and a lot of tech/apps are just "extra fluff" these days anyway.
I think the front screen really is a great addition, it will be much easier to check notis and control things without even flipping open the phone. Just a quick look.
This is exactly the reason why I wouldn't buy this phone. The primary reason I would want to buy a flip phone would be to avoid distractions and stop having so many 'quick looks' in my life.
Honestly the outside screen functionality is what ended up selling me on this phone. The ability to shortcut and respond to messages and stuff without opening the phone will save battery life for sure.
I like this. It's dope. The whole idea of a folding phone is not having to open it to do simple tasks. With that outside screen I can quickly control my music, see messages, do a quick reply, quick look at my calender and so much more. I think this will be a def hit
Genuine question- how? I don’t own one but to me it seems pointless because you can just open the phone 😂 I mean I like the camera application of the outside display but that’s pretty extra
@@brendanfishh2576 Also, one cant recognize the utility until one accesses its functions. Reaallly back in times we thought what would even a phone do when t9 phones were a thing, then Qwerty, then touch screen ones....and now, most of us are inseparable from it. Coming back to the point, it seems pointless to have the 2nd screen because its use isnt mass realized as of yet, after which it becomes a daily must have or good to have.
@@TheGrifhinx How does that relate to the screen? Also I don't think that they made this phone purely for women who wear pants with small pockets, they made this phone for as many people as possible.
The most impressive feature you didn't mention was the "Ready For" application. I think this makes it stand out from all smart phones as to can seamlessly turn your phone to a mobile computer and more.
I wouldn't have even considered getting a modern flip phone until I saw that Razr+ with the larger outside screen; that is a phone I would definitely consider above all the other ones I've seen
@@toptiertech7291 It seems like the compactness of the folded state is the whole reason for any folded phone. If that doesn’t stand out for you then there’s nothing to see in this whole category.
Totally onboard with you on this! I'd also like to add that Reviewers have been roasting companies using outer display for nothing and asking to increase its usability and then comes motorola with a super sized fully usable outer display and it suddenly pushes reviewers to ask stupid questions like "Do people even want that". Man you were roasting them for not making it usable. Now they have. Chill with the hypocrisy
@@1llixir nah that's what the world has come to bitching complaining bitching complaining. Did I mention bitching? I stay pretty much firmly away from all the toxicity that reviewer and influencer bring to the table. Unfortunately our society isn't smart enough to do the but rather likes to get sucked in to all bs and agenda shit and such. I find the out display pretty cool but also i probably wouldn't get it it means more worrying. I like the only small one because less to crack on the outside and the battery has to power a huge screen inside and this one outside plus that not needed 165 hrz outher and inner displays will make the battery take a bigger hit even. And from what he has shown it isn't the most smoothes phones to power that it needs the best chip available.
I love this bc of the smaller size option! I’m a nurse and it can be a struggle to keep my iphone in my scrub pockets when I’m walking and running around. Or whenever I take my dog on walks I struggle to fit my phone, keys, headphone case, and sunglasses case in my smaller in my fanny pack. I think, this phone is great for anyone with a more active lifestyle that wants to listen to their Spotify playlist/podcast w/o carrying a larger phone. Also there is little nostalgia in the seeing the smaller size and screen it reminds me of the MP3 and iPod days but w/ much better tech.
the small outside screen was what was turning me away from the flipping fold and moving towards the folding phone. This new setup means you can do a lot of the small stuff like respond to a message or navigate through something like spotify quickly without needing open the whole thing. I am here for it
@@toptiertech7291 It would lead me to do less doom scrolling and sometimes you don't want to open a full 7" screen to reply to something or change a song. Plus the added benefits of screen being able to be used as a viewfinder for photos and general conveniences of a smaller form factor in people's pockets or purses.
@@vedantbhutra1118 yea but then you have the inconvenience of having to care for an entirely separate device. Its own charger, own plug on the wall, its own accessories... carrying all that and the watch itself along with your phone and its accessories is not ideal. Going on business trips while worrying about bringing a watch charger is quite dumb
Compared to the Flip4 I currently have, this is exactly what I want from a flipping phone. There are loads of times I'm out and don't have both hands free to open and wished the front screen could do everything of the main screen. Likely this will be my next phone
Yes, one of the design flaws of the Galaxy Flip was a too-small external display. It was crazy that Samsung knew this yet decided to slowly increase its size to draw out its monopoly. RAZR gets that it is the whole point of flip phones; you do not have to open the flip whenever you want to interact.
I kinda love this idea, the device looks unique with the cameras sticking out of the display, it was a bold choice and they kinda killed it. Weather it gets used to it’s maximum potential is hard to gage, but ultimately up to who wants to purchase the device.
I have to say, I find this design very useful. Like if I'm listening to music and want to change a track or see what has just came on. Or just want to check/reply to messages quickly. I can just easily pull it out of my pocket and do this from the small screen. Without having to unfold, unlock and do it. I actually really like this design and hope it catches on.
@@dan45far Because it is smaller and less bulky should be easier to pick up from your pocket or find somewhere to put etc. You know even though iphones got much bigger after 6 plus there are actually people prefer the comfort of the iphone 5 size for the same reasons. I think the main point of having a big screen in the first place is to improve the way to consume media contents or games which small phones can provide in a limited way but in this case we have both.
To me the big screen is a necessity due to the additional camera options. It's a complete game changer and gives flip phones features you just can't get on a candybar style phone. I held off buying these new flip phones until the tech advanced a bit more and I think this is where I bite the bullet, but I'll be getting the Samsung Flip 5 rather than this
I think that Motorola wants you to use the small screen to clear out small tasks such as responding quickly to messages or reading notifications. This will use less battery which's the hot take on foldable phones.
First thought was FINALLY a folder that utilizes the better rear cameras for selfies & video calls instead of the lower quality front lenses. For vlogging & selfies I think it's a leap forward, as well as all the functionality the 2nd screen brings you without having to open. Almost like a full screen pager that folds into something bigger when/if you need it.
I bought it.. been a week now and I’m not gonna lie this thing is pretty dope.. I don’t even care for the open display only when I actually have to have it open does it matter.. I’m an iPhone user and I gotta admit as I said before this thing is DOPE!!!
This is gorgeous. It still has some of that old school Motorola RAZR design language, mixed up with the modern flip phone and rounded/softened sides that we’re used to. If they can ever “fix” the crease, then I’m going to switch to a flip phone. I miss the feeling of my old RAZR back in the early 2000s. “Hello Moto”
I know right?! They have a nostalgia factor. I remember the untimely modern design of motorolla flip devices, and I wonder if this is the same. If you looked at one of their old devices today it really still looks sharp and cutting edge modern
@@disguisedcat1750 100% agree. The original Razr still looks dope. Do you remember how thin that thing was when you opened it? And the beautiful aluminium body, with that little chin part that held the microphone and stuff at the bottom? And then the really cool look of the buttons when you opened it up too. That was so nice at the time. Nothing was as premium looking in comparison IMO. This was a time when Nokia was still extremely popular, and weren’t making very bold designs like this. Also, the Razr V3 actually had iTunes built in too. Like 4-5 years before they would release the iPhone. A lot of people watching this video might be too young to remember how cool it was back then.
@@ojeritoayala Well there’s not a lot you can do with it, because of the space limitations that you have, but I was talking about the flip design, with the screen on the outside with cameras above it, and the big round Motorola logo on the back, just like the Razr V3i. Also, you gotta remember that the Razr is the best selling clamshell design of all time. The design Samsung is using with their clamshell/flip phone today, was popularised first by Motorola back in 2003-2006.
Motorola is making a comeback! The Razr was iconic back in the day. The build quality looks great on camera but could we get a full review to see if it works as a daily??
Personaly imma wait until the reveal of the s flip 5 to compare the two since from the leaks and what we know it seems like the Motorola razor is just a inferior (spec wise) to the flip 5
This is literally EXACTLY what I wanted the Samsung Flips to do!! This is awesome, I hope others take notes🙌 Plus it probably lessens the amount of flipping you do, thus saving that hinge from more stress.. in theory lol
@@VoidedMedia Perhaps if you think of it as you’re opening the flip phone to increase your level of productivity… Kinda like a book-style folding phone. Maybe we can think of this as the same thing, but just vertical instead of horizontal. 😄
I have to say despite motorola not being as dominant as they used it's interesting seeing how good their software is here. Like they aren't market peaders in anything yet the software here looks clean, well animated and smooth. Wish more people talked about it
I’ve been waiting for a bigger outside screen. It’s definitely next gen with the convenience of a compact and accessible function that sometime will allow me to use with one hand (carrying bags, a quick text response, etc) due to reach/longer screen. They shamelessly borrowed the Z flips look but if it was what sells, why not. Both version looks good!
sorry for anyone with the hype about the large cover display. Snap 8+ Gen 1 and 3800 mAh battery is a perfect combo for constant charging aka ip 12 mini life
What other look is it supposed to have? How many different ways can you make a flip phone look? Also last time I checked the z flip didn't have a full screen on the outer shell so wtf are you talking about?
I've switched from flip 4 to Razr Plus almost a month ago and the difference is huge! Razr has so many extra features and I'm in love with outside screen, I barley open my phone, it works perfect and battery lasts me twice as long as flip 4 lol I'm also surprised with the camera quality tho, especially for video recording! And besides all this it's super stilish, people around me loves it 😁
Switching from an iPhone to this !! Now that you’ve had it for a couple of months does it still live up? - I’ve heard screen issues but…i never know if it’s ppl just being … ppl
@@hanovem4 It's been some time now that I have been using razr pro. At first few weeks I did had a problem with few apps like snapchat, tiktok on outher screen, but I guess motorola has been working on it, and it's been around 3-4 months now that every app has been working perfectly fine. I did get this phone because of the outside screen so I'm glad it all got fixed quickly. Camera quality is not the best in dark, but its great in light, love it for selfies at x0.5. Battery life for myself is great, I go trough the day without a problem, but I have to charge it every night (kinda normal nowdays even tho my last phone motrola edge plus lasted me for 2-3 days lol), I'm mostly using outside screen so I can't tell how long you can go if you use only inside screen but I can tell you that my outside screen lasts longer than my sister's iphone 14pro. I have dropped it few times and my cat has pushed it from the tall table few times and it has no scratch, I do use the case that came with a phone and have a plastic screen protector for outside screen. All I have to say about the phone is if you are looking for a change, something more fun than a regular phone, and you've been waiting some time for flip phones to develop, this is definitlly the best it can be, very fun to use, people always comment about it, asks to open, hold it lol. It made my phone experience very fun to use and I don't think I will ever go to reglar/brick phone back. tip if you get this phone that I use everyday: double shake to turn on the flash lite, and flip the phone to turn on the camera, works every time, motorola has that for long time
I think we're always complaining about the outer display not having enough features and I dont think this direction is overkill. It just means the user can have free reign on what they want on the outer display. If they want everything, they can set it up and if they want lesser apps, they can do that as well. It really depends on what the user wants and giving us the freedom to choose is great, rather than having to deal with limitations.
I agree! It's very customizable. I can definitely see myself getting this one. I currently have a OnePlus 7 pro, which I still love and works flawlessly.
MKBHD now criticizes every Android phone, even when it's perfect. Watch this review closely, and you'll note that he actually didn't point out a single negative feature of the device. But his word choices leave you feeling like it's flawed and he doesn't recommend it. He even called the game "gimicky". How?!
While i agree on the distraction aspect of the outside screen, i still think its a cool that you can limit what apps you use on the outside, say to more basic essentials, yet have them be fully functional when you need them (google maps, wtc.) I could see using this when out with friends etc so you dont get 'sucked in' by everything else.
I think this is incredibly useful for spotify, sometimes I just want to see what song is playing and skip a few songs or maybe add it to my liked songs, I could do all that on the smaller screen without unlocking it
This is for music lovers and people who consume podcasts on youtube. If they're showing somehting on camera or I wanna go back to look at a reaction I don't wanna ope the whole thing.
You could also just use a smart watch instead. I don't think it needs a big screen on the outside. It needs a durable screen on the inside. If it's big enough for some basic features like read messages and show notifications it's enough. If you're gonna do more than that, you can flip the phone open.
Honestly this is a breath of fresh air coming from Motorola, hot take but I could see this limiting screen time a lot if they don't have to physically open it access their apps. I think people will understand that they just want to check something briefly & won't get sucked into scrolling for hours on end, but we'll see when it's released how it's received by the public. 10/10 vid as always!
I feel you can’t really get sucked in on a screen that small. I mean, watching a TikTok/Short/Reels/whatever would SUCK, reading Twitter would suck, Instagram would probably be very broken, UA-cam videos are probably fine, but text would be itty bitty.
I totally agree. I would love to test this and see if it would affect my screen time. My theory is that I think the bigger outside screen would make me use my phone less and only flip it open when I needed to do tasks that would require some time.
Personally, I think this is the best way to have a flip phone since the internal screen is plastic and can be damaged quite easily. Having the option to do anything you need in the solid screen outside is a huge win in my books. 🎉
@@0XiC My friend's 2020 Razr 5G is STILL working perfectly fine with its PLASTIC foldable display. Meanwhile, I see a TON of Galaxy Z Flip and Z Folds with CRACKED displays because of ultra thin glass. Plastic > Ultra Thin Glass.
@@PSYCHOV3N0M honestly using glass is kinda pointless if the glass itself have pretty much 0 durability like in Samsung flip phones with ultra thin glass, heck UTG barely qualifies as glass if not for the fact that its still brittle and can crack. Might as well be like Motorola and go with full on plastic display for the inside screen.
Since the first gen Z Flip I've been waiting for someone to make the exterior screen more useful past notifications and media controls, definitely excited to see an in depth review of this one
I have bought a last year model Razr 2023 which has a smaller outside screen and I love it. I thought I will regret it but I'm not. They should make more phones with a smaller outside screen
I cannot wait for this. I've BEEN waiting for this design. Definitely going to pre-order. It's much more practical than all existing flips in regards to the exterior screens.
@@radlink14 I've got it and oh my god is it AMAZING!! The external display is so handy and works perfectly with almost every app. The display is tall but gorgeous, so clear. Performance is so smooth, no lag at all. Battery life I can't get comment on, but I know it'll be better than other foldables and hopefully get me 5 - 6 hours. Honestly, it's worth every penny!
I love how this idea of folding phones makes owning a smartphone more convenient. It's good to have a full length form and a compact form in a single device. It makes handling super convenient
Does it? Literally the whole video is "this phone is great because it has a 4" screen". Like... what? Normal phones aren't that big that a folding phone size makes it a selling point. Literally the only thing that would make me buy one is having it like at least 5,5" while folder and bigger when open. So you can text and do quick stuff, and only open for media consumption.
My problem with most large phones is that they often aren’t very pocketable. Having a phone that folds like this does make things more convenient. You can have a phone with a large screen, and pocket it too.
As and old school and new flip phone user, for me is all about opening the phone to use. Yes the big screen is nice but, There's something nostalgic about opening a cell to answer calls etc like back in the days... plus the lil screens remind me of beepers and pagers.... so cute... 💕
As a flip 3 and flip 4 owner, I find the larger and more functional Razr+ outside display appealing bc it will greatly reduce the need to open the phone up as much... thus reducing stress and wear and tear on the hinge. Was gearing up to upgrade to flip5, but seriously considering Razr Plus instead. 🤔
@James Barker yeah it's called wanting a small form factor plus functionality. I already have an S22 ultra as my work phone. My foldable is my personal. So the smaller size and versatility is the value prop for me.
@@danamoss5705 a bit like you buying a Range Rover for when you are with the family but then also having a smaller, foldable razor scooter for when you want some ''me time'
Looks gorgeous. It’s playful - with an easy form factor to interact with in one hand. Would be great to amp up the outdoor brightness of the outer screen better than the inside screen, so it feels that much more functional on the go.
WOW - this looks polished and premium!!! The UI looks lovely, the phone is gorgeous, the nostalgia factor is there, the specs too...might really get the RAZR this time :)
It's really amazing to see that original phones return with such clarity and innovation. If I never went to an event out in Germany There showed me foldable screens where possible I would have never believed it this is impressive still.
This is exactly what I've been wanting out of a Smart Flip Phone for years. The rumors that Samsung's Flip 5 is going to have an outer display similar to this size made me like 80% sure that I'd upgrade to that this summer. But depending on how the announcement turns out from Samsung then I might have to get this one instead.
I was considering not upgrading from the Z Flip 3 to another flip phone this year.. but seeing this.. I actually might just change my mind. This checked a lot of boxes for me. If I can do more on the outside display, it means I can basically go through most of the day without opening my phone, which is huge for me. Most of the day i'm using my phone to reply to notifications and use navigation, so if I can do that while consuming less battery I actually just might consider getting this honestly. I'll wait and see what google has to offer this year first cuz my last phone was a google pixel 2
What’s even the point of having a folding phone if you’re just gonna use it closed anyway. I feel like you’re making a compromise using a half sized screen majority of the time, but still paying double. Not trying to shit on you, just trying to understand the point/appeal of these new folding phones in general.
@@andrewr_ z flip 3-4 owner: it’s still the fact that you can see if you need to open your phone for something or if it’s just an expensive notification. if you still get lost, you get tired of using the outer display because it still isn’t big enough to comfortably watch stuff and come back to the realization that you weren’t supposed to be on it anyways.
@@andrewr_ it's kinda like the bigger tablet style folding phone where you can open the phone for a better experience. The outer screen of these flipping phone can be the primary screen you use most of the time and the inside is only for those media consumption, entertainment, taking pictures, getting work done, ... moments. My personal view, folding phones are just a novelty to have, it adds some fun to your daily life and is more compact than traditional phones.
0:39 "Now gigantic is of course a relative term but in a small phone that folds in half and fits in your pocket, having a 3.6 inch, 144-hertz pOLED display that goes basically corner-to-corner" All I could think hearing this was: *the original iPhone had a 3.5-inch display.* *Now we have secondary displays bigger than that.*
Just preordered one, keeping my 14 pro max in case I have withdrawals and because I’m a dork and usually have one iOS one android at all times. Can’t wait to use this though, I’m excited
I've owned the Z flip 4 for about a year now and the outer screen of this Razr+ is an enticing feature. I decided against getting the Fold 4 in lieu of the a more compact form factor, but after seeing my co-worker use his Fold I'd admit I'm a little jealous. There's times where I need to use my phone at work but I only have one free hand and the mini display is pretty limited when you start to using it, so I end up doing the whole flipping open with my chin. Having a screen on the outside to just shoot of quick message or even look at a link from text/email is great, and to top it off with keeping a small form factor really has my interest piqued.
I am with you on this. I choose the Zflip for just the tiniest bit of discression compared to coworkers and large screens. I might enjoy having the larger screen to respond without opening the phone.
Same but personally I would wait for the reveal of the z flip 5 since from the leaks and the things we know about it, it seems like the Motorola razor is an inferior ( spec wise) flip 5. Mostly because the outer screen of the flip 5 is also getting a upgrade similar to the size of the Motorola razor.
I think thete's an unfulfilled need to express your personality through a smartphone (as it was in pre-iPhone era), and having a truly unique design may do just that. Modern foldables is a step in that direction, but RAZR+ feels like a leap
The outside display is extremely important because that display will be the backup in case the internal display breaks which will happen eventually. The fact that you can use the phone pretty much normally seals the deal for the weary like me.
This is so cool, it's basically a mini z fold in a sense. I love how you can use any app on the outside screen. This makes this clam shell foldable A LOT more appealing than any other.
I love the direction that these foldable phones are going. Its definitely great to see smartphones evolving from the traditional form factor with players like the Galaxy Z Fold, Pixel Fold, and even the RAZR+. Definitely love seeing technology push forward
Personally I think this is exactly what I, and others have been waiting for. For those that aren't into the larger form factors of the Z folds or even the Pixel Fold, they now have a foldable that offers similar type functionality in a much more compact design. I've said in my videos reviewing the Razr 5g vs the Z flip 3 and 4 that the outer display on the Razr was a huge advantage due to its functionality. Moto making the outer display bigger convinces me that they understand that they have a leg up on the competition with that feature alone. The Razr Plus featuring the 8 gen 1 soc will be a non factor as the average Consumer seemingly doesn't pay attention to such details. I'm very curious to see what the Z flip 5 has in store. If it's outer display isn't improved, it's gonna be a tough sell against the Razr Plus.
I think the whole point of a folding phone should be that you dont need to open it unless you want to. Like if I wanted to use a huge peice of glass to change music or check messages, I would just buy a normal phone. Opening should be for when you want to watch videos, or play games, or read some long form text. I think this is exactly the direction folding phones should be heading.
I think it looks cool and I also think the bigger screen is more helpful if you want to send a quick text it is easier to do now with the bigger screen. But I do agree the 599 to 799 price point for the smaller screen one is more of a game changer!
6:24 Facts! It seems like a lot of other tech journalists/bloggers don’t seem to understand that a big part of the appeal of folding phones (for me at least) is that the form factor helps me wrest my attention & time back from addictive-by-design apps. You are the first person I have seen mention this in all the reviews I’ve watched and read. I am leaning towards choosing a folding phone with one of the smaller external displays.
Great video! As a Z Flip 3 user since it came out, I have often wanted a larger screen on the front + better continuity between outside and inside. I love this Motorola concept!
5:40 I believe there are quiet a lot of people that love productivity of the hotdog style flip phone but hate the fact it is super big. The larger outside screen is big enough to minimize the need of opening my phone fully, simultaneously reducing the distraction when people reach for their phones and tiktok and youtube is 1 click away. this is amazing!
I love the outside display. Having a fully functional outside display is huge especially in situations where you just need to take a quick action without having to open the phone. That is a big plus to have that flexibility.
@@oggyoggy1299 You obviously need to like the aesthetic and the folding gimmick. People are going way too hard on this phone. Since when buying something cause you tink is cool is cause for judgement?
@@m4tru88 Yeah, but we want a flip phone. For whatever reason, let us worry about that. If you don't want one, there's a plathera of other phones he has reviewed that are not flip phones.
The outside screen is perfect for me. Im happy with the current standard phone size but folding in half is awesome. Smaller and more pocketable. I don't think most people would get sucked in to scrolling on the outer screen.
i agree with your point. A large part of why I'm thinking of a flip phone is because it prevents me from getting distracted in whole phone usage. Sort of like having a smart watch where u read the notifications but don't take out the phone immediately
I think it could be something we didn't know we wanted... I've been using my z flip 4 since the day it came out. Everyday non stop and have had to change the screen because of creasing peeling problem twice. Having a little outside screen was cute for the first 2 months, then suddenly I ended up rarely using it because of the limitations. I just enjoy how pocketable it is when folded and how it rarely falls from my pocket. It is no barrier to entry cause the novelty of flipping it open and close with one hand honestly makes me use it a lil more I think.
That’s pretty cool. I love miniature versions of normal sized things in terms of tech. So its nice to see that there’s a fully functional smaller screen on the front. That’s why the new galaxy fold may be my next phone
I love it!! It has me thinking of jumping back to Android. The functionality of that second screen is a big game changer. 👏🏽 To Moto for raising the bar
I just ordered one yesterday. By just watching this video and less scared of what about to get into because OMG I love what you just showed what this phone can do. I bought it because I’m tired of the shape of my iPhone. I wanted something more compact and easy to carry. I’ll see how this changes will work for me.
The idea of a more affordable folding option is a huge deal. It could end up being the catalyst for folding phones being more widely adopted. I’d be interested to see if the cheaper razer prompts other manufacturers to do the same. I personally think a folding pixel a series foldable would be appealing down the line.
This is the first time in I'm not sure how long that I saw a phone and thought "that. I want that." It's like how I felt with the Framework laptop. The whole package all together just feels right. I can clearly imagine myself using it and loving it.
I have a framework waiting on the AMD Ryzen 7 mainboards so i can switch over and get some better specs and game rocksolid on 1440p 120fps about any game maybe higher cant wait its the best Buy ever framework needs to go places
Dumbify this to make it basically a 4/5G variant of the original Moto Razr! Physical keypad that was backlit in a blue color, high refresh rate screen, side volume buttons, pop-off cover for battery and sim/sd card removal, and one 1080p 60fps camera, and that's it. Give it all the colors the O.G. had. I'd buy that in a heartbeat.
i like it, not really overkill, just adds more functionality. the idea lends itself to a wide range of styles in which the phone can be used, which i think is what good tech should do. u shouldn't have to adapt or to new tech, nor should it have some sort of learning curve. instead, it should be versatile enough to where ppl can just have a seamless user experience
I like the idea of using the main shooter for selfies, and being able to see and reply to full message previews instead of a tiny blurb with preset options is great. Larger than 1" is great for that, but I doubt it needs to be a full panel with the punchouts.
Americans who buy unlocked full price phones are usually the more tech savvy ones that buy "value for money" Xiaomi/Realme phones from 3rd party Amazon sellers.
I like this because I can answer text from the front. I don’t do much on my phone so this fits my needs. I enjoyed the iPhone mini and the se so this is right up my alley.
I love that that I can message with full keyboard without having to open the phone! The weight distribution makes a lot of sense and kinda reminds me of those small form factor phones we used to use back in the day but with better design and functionality. I might actually consider this! Currently on Pixel 7.
I love my Flip 3 and I 100% will be upgrading to either this model, the flip 5, or the 2024 versions. Unfortunately that's going to come down to when the hinge breaks - I've had pretty bad luck and in 2 years of ownership am on my second warranty replacement for the screen failing at the hinge. Definitely love the idea of the bigger outside screen! Being able to use just the outside screen for eg maps while driving, or actually being able to type a reply to a text, is really high on my wish-list for my next flip phone
I think most people would use it for notifications and music controls, maybe quick text responses. Ultimately I think it’s a huge feature just to be able to see your notifications without needing to unfold the screen every time (though a smartwatch would accomplish something similar). Don’t see the average user treating it like a main display though.
If the ergonomics weren't so awkward, I would see the draw to these flip phones. Unfortunately they are an awkward size folded up, and a traditional phone style is far more functional in my opinion. You don't have to unfold it, it's often thinner, and there's no creased screen issue. You'll also almost always get a larger battery.
Motorola literally took "We never knew we needed this, but deserved it" to the next level
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Uhuh ye
Tbh i think everyone knew they wanted a bigger screen outside
Yea
how so bro all they did was oh wait yeah
This is the first phone in so long that's actually intrigued me. The form factor being so small in its folded state AND being able to use it , and the camera use... just so good . . .
FR it's perfect 🔥
What is the soundtrack name? Can anyone please help?
This phone is it. Never going back 🎉
Even if it's not what people wanted, you have to give them credit for surprising us at least.
Yeaaah
I have to say it just looks so interesting and I can imagine on a long flight having it propped up like that or connecting it to your computer to show notification
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“Even if it’s not what people wanted”. No. You don’t give credit for people wasting time and not providing consumers with what they wanted
Our company just had an Automation Engineer purchase one of these. He has been holding on to a very old Sony because he doesn't like big phones. He purchased this phone specifically so he could do most of his daily activities on the outside screen. So far he has really enjoyed the device. In IT we like it, because it brings his Android OS up to a modern version so his authenticator works on his phone now.
Noted.
Same exact reason why I bought mine. Unfortunately good small phones are extinct so foldables are the next viable option.
I’ve personally never been into foldables but with the functionality and size of that outside display I find it very impressive. I see how Motorola are trying to innovate in this field and I feel they’re onto something with this model.
Same.
Honestly, I could see a market for a phone in just the form factor of the outside display.
Same. I hope it sells well
I reccomend you wait for Z fold drop from saumsung before you buy this
@@HectorGarcia-ni9hy Do you think it'll be any cheaper than the Motorola? I like the concept but can't afford that much for a new phone!
I think the great thing about this system is you can control exactly how much you can do on the outer screen. So if you want a more limited experience, you can have that, but for people who can't handle that, you can turn anything on too. Choice and control is good.
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What is the soundtrack name? Can anyone please help?
@@alexmartinelli6231 thank u so much bro
@@alexmartinelli6231 i listened to it...sounds very different....i was talking about intro soundtrack....
Motorola has surprisingly good UI so it's interesting to know what they'll do with this secondary display.
Yeah love the gestures feature
And surprisingly really bad software updates speed takes a year or two
@@damienrahul80085and also one of the worst if not the worst warranties
@@damienrahul80085and usually a pretty terrible camera. I love moto's ideas but they typically lack follow through
@@ezze-does-itthe last razr had a good camera from what most reviews say
That big front screen solves my biggest gripe for a flip phone. Having the ability to do almost anything without having to open the phone is incredible. I am now seriously considering this as my next phone. Now to wait for what Samsung will be showing off!
This is the first folding phone that I could actually see myself buying. I love the idea that the outside screen is usable with most apps. If Pixel would make one like this it would sell me.
exactlymy train of thought. always wanted a folding phone ever since they came out, but didn't see myself paying the price (especially not for the rellatively aweful specs) and now I got used to the Pixel Phone interface. Really excited to see where this is going and maybe in 3-4 years when I buy myself a new phone, it'll be like the Motorola shown here
This is great!
Google is a disaster with their devices for the past few yrs. Garbage customer service, garbage quality control, buggy software, etc..lazy they are.
This
What is the soundtrack name? Can anyone please help?
Seeing yourself with the main camera is a huge plus. I do "no look selfies" all the time because the camera is SO much better. This helps me take the perfect shot, and has a kick stand built in. Amazing feature I didn't know I needed.
It's probably the most compelling feature of the folding phones in general. Most people I show my Fold 4 to are impressed by the folding but they're amazed by the ability to show the subject what's being taken in the photograph - your partner will love the ability to adjust themselves using the built-in preview.
The selling point tbh.
Why are you taking photos of yourself so often, lol. Wtf is wrong with you.
Actually these are the first folding phones that I'm really considering buying. Mostly because of the price, but the big screen is really a thing that I see myself using a lot. I'm glad that phone companies didn't stop investing in that tech, because in my opinion it's really something that has a future.
Same - our whole studio's sold 😛
its like an old style mp3-player merged with phone, i can see myself using that
What do you mean, the big screen? This has a normal sized screen and a small screen.
Why would you put that over normal phone ? I can understand horizontal folding phones since they transform into tablet.. but this .. this is useless
Agreed. I'll definitely be looking at purchasing this one!
I repeatedly exclaimed, "That's so cool!" out loud while watching this video, these are exactly the kind of things that I personally am looking for in a modern foldable phone. I'm really excited by this and I hope they can continue to lead the charge in pushing the envelope on what these folding phones can do. I feel like other foldables so far have kind of been playing it very safe, while also massively inflating their prices. The fact that this one can do all of this for a thousand bucks seems very reasonable to me compared to other foldables on the market. And the fact that they are also releasing a less fancy and cheaper foldable is also really cool because it provides an entry point for more people to get into foldables and also hopefully will challenge some of the other players in the foldable game to think about what they're charging for their foldables. Kind of like what Google have been doing with their A-series Pixel phones. So yeah, I'm all for this.
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@@WMGarbageKingGenXers are 45-60yo now. Xers remember the analog world, but were in their 20s when tech was born (OG Razr - 2004), and still have a lot of purchasing power. Sales might back the timing of a Razr reboot since techless living is damn near impossible, and a lot of tech/apps are just "extra fluff" these days anyway.
I think the front screen really is a great addition, it will be much easier to check notis and control things without even flipping open the phone. Just a quick look.
You mean how you can already do with your normal phone 🤔😂
This is exactly the reason why I wouldn't buy this phone. The primary reason I would want to buy a flip phone would be to avoid distractions and stop having so many 'quick looks' in my life.
@@danthemaninapan but you have the option here to not put distractions on the screen. Just notis and maybe the Spotify player
“Notis”
*notice
Motorola is really trying to bounce back from the earlier model, I respect that.
honestly this is nice to see. motorolla hasnt really been all that popular for a long time. i hope these two phones do well tbh.
Yeah indeed 🥺
They change the game 👍
yea, i kinda feel the same! :D
Honestly the outside screen functionality is what ended up selling me on this phone. The ability to shortcut and respond to messages and stuff without opening the phone will save battery life for sure.
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Why the fuck you want a folding phone for then?
The camera and flash cutouts being completely seamless when the screen is off on the Razr+ is a beauty.
I like this. It's dope. The whole idea of a folding phone is not having to open it to do simple tasks. With that outside screen I can quickly control my music, see messages, do a quick reply, quick look at my calender and so much more.
I think this will be a def hit
But you don’t need to open a normal phone to do ANY task.
@@oggyoggy1299... and if that is what someone wants, they won't buy this. Different strokes.
you can also do that everything you mentioned on your phone lockscreen too
@@rishikumar-di4ce I guess the navigation is pretty cool. Being able to walk in a new area without having the big screen drawing more power is nice
@@oggyoggy1299 I'm down for smaller tech personally 😊
That outside display changes the game
THIS!!! ☝️☝️☝️
Genuine question- how? I don’t own one but to me it seems pointless because you can just open the phone 😂 I mean I like the camera application of the outside display but that’s pretty extra
@@brendanfishh2576 here's a real question - have you seen women's pockets?
@@brendanfishh2576 Also, one cant recognize the utility until one accesses its functions. Reaallly back in times we thought what would even a phone do when t9 phones were a thing, then Qwerty, then touch screen ones....and now, most of us are inseparable from it. Coming back to the point, it seems pointless to have the 2nd screen because its use isnt mass realized as of yet, after which it becomes a daily must have or good to have.
@@TheGrifhinx How does that relate to the screen? Also I don't think that they made this phone purely for women who wear pants with small pockets, they made this phone for as many people as possible.
The most impressive feature you didn't mention was the "Ready For" application. I think this makes it stand out from all smart phones as to can seamlessly turn your phone to a mobile computer and more.
it has been getting better in windows, am able to access files and all apps of my phone through my computer
Nice so it can run ready for? I thought that was only with the edge series? This phone has USB c 3.1 I guess?
This is awesome. I love how they designed every aspect of this thing. It's surprisingly really cool.
It looks just like the Galaxy Z Flip, with a large outer screen.
@@SuperBoop Huh. I wonder if they’re both flip phones, or something. Kinda crazy.
I wouldn't have even considered getting a modern flip phone until I saw that Razr+ with the larger outside screen; that is a phone I would definitely consider above all the other ones I've seen
But why would that be better than just a normal phone
@@toptiertech7291 It seems like the compactness of the folded state is the whole reason for any folded phone. If that doesn’t stand out for you then there’s nothing to see in this whole category.
Totally onboard with you on this! I'd also like to add that Reviewers have been roasting companies using outer display for nothing and asking to increase its usability and then comes motorola with a super sized fully usable outer display and it suddenly pushes reviewers to ask stupid questions like "Do people even want that". Man you were roasting them for not making it usable. Now they have. Chill with the hypocrisy
@@toptiertech7291 Because people like stuff that's unique. Also, form factor might be something people are looking for
@@1llixir nah that's what the world has come to bitching complaining bitching complaining. Did I mention bitching? I stay pretty much firmly away from all the toxicity that reviewer and influencer bring to the table. Unfortunately our society isn't smart enough to do the but rather likes to get sucked in to all bs and agenda shit and such. I find the out display pretty cool but also i probably wouldn't get it it means more worrying. I like the only small one because less to crack on the outside and the battery has to power a huge screen inside and this one outside plus that not needed 165 hrz outher and inner displays will make the battery take a bigger hit even. And from what he has shown it isn't the most smoothes phones to power that it needs the best chip available.
Definitely going on my priority list , this is how I like to see manufacturers challenge each other, I wish LG and HTC were still in the game .
I could've seen LG trying this 😢.. I miss my V10 plus
A htc flip wouldve been amazing, rip you quietly brilliant thing.
LG would've killed it, period! Imagine features like palm unlock and knock code on outer screen, freakin' cool! right?
Most of my cellphones have been LG including the ones before I got a smartphone except 1.
When I heard P OLED, I thought of LGs old flagships
I love this bc of the smaller size option! I’m a nurse and it can be a struggle to keep my iphone in my scrub pockets when I’m walking and running around. Or whenever I take my dog on walks I struggle to fit my phone, keys, headphone case, and sunglasses case in my smaller in my fanny pack. I think, this phone is great for anyone with a more active lifestyle that wants to listen to their Spotify playlist/podcast w/o carrying a larger phone. Also there is little nostalgia in the seeing the smaller size and screen it reminds me of the MP3 and iPod days but w/ much better tech.
the small outside screen was what was turning me away from the flipping fold and moving towards the folding phone. This new setup means you can do a lot of the small stuff like respond to a message or navigate through something like spotify quickly without needing open the whole thing. I am here for it
But why is that better than doing it on a normal phone that has better specs for less money?
@@toptiertech7291 It would lead me to do less doom scrolling and sometimes you don't want to open a full 7" screen to reply to something or change a song.
Plus the added benefits of screen being able to be used as a viewfinder for photos and general conveniences of a smaller form factor in people's pockets or purses.
Or you could get a smartwatch and do all of that without even taking the phone out of your pocket
@@vedantbhutra1118 typing on a smart watch?
@@vedantbhutra1118 yea but then you have the inconvenience of having to care for an entirely separate device. Its own charger, own plug on the wall, its own accessories... carrying all that and the watch itself along with your phone and its accessories is not ideal. Going on business trips while worrying about bringing a watch charger is quite dumb
Compared to the Flip4 I currently have, this is exactly what I want from a flipping phone. There are loads of times I'm out and don't have both hands free to open and wished the front screen could do everything of the main screen. Likely this will be my next phone
As a Flip4 owner I agree
I'll wait for the Flip5 to come out then decide between the two phones
Unless Samsung up their front screen game
As a Flip3 owner I also agree, hoping Flip5 has similar functionality else this will likely be my upgrade.
or they could make it like the original razr and have it be a thin top thats openable with one hand,
Yes, one of the design flaws of the Galaxy Flip was a too-small external display. It was crazy that Samsung knew this yet decided to slowly increase its size to draw out its monopoly. RAZR gets that it is the whole point of flip phones; you do not have to open the flip whenever you want to interact.
Reminds me when LG used to do these kinds of things back in the day, I'm really glad more phone companies are starting to go outside the box again
I miss LG so bad.😢 My absolute all time favorite phone was the LG V10.
What is the soundtrack name? Can anyone please help?
@@DemonSlayer-vh8uy darude - sandstorm
@@mohdalnaqbi it doesn't sound like this song...
@@mohdalnaqbiI see ,a man of culture.
Oh wow, definitely the first foldable I've seen that I'd actaully consider buying. This product actually looks polished.
I kinda love this idea, the device looks unique with the cameras sticking out of the display, it was a bold choice and they kinda killed it. Weather it gets used to it’s maximum potential is hard to gage, but ultimately up to who wants to purchase the device.
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Whether the outer display becomes super popular or not, more features and more options are always a plus.
besides it's just software, you can make it look however you want
I have to say, I find this design very useful. Like if I'm listening to music and want to change a track or see what has just came on. Or just want to check/reply to messages quickly. I can just easily pull it out of my pocket and do this from the small screen. Without having to unfold, unlock and do it. I actually really like this design and hope it catches on.
You could also quickly check messages/change track on a regular phone without having to unfold?
@@dan45far Yeah but this is way easier and handy
Exactly, what is the point of such flip phones ? The only thing I can see is that it is a bit smaller in the pocket but thicker.
@@erkinsagroglu8519 how so?
@@dan45far Because it is smaller and less bulky should be easier to pick up from your pocket or find somewhere to put etc. You know even though iphones got much bigger after 6 plus there are actually people prefer the comfort of the iphone 5 size for the same reasons. I think the main point of having a big screen in the first place is to improve the way to consume media contents or games which small phones can provide in a limited way but in this case we have both.
To me the big screen is a necessity due to the additional camera options. It's a complete game changer and gives flip phones features you just can't get on a candybar style phone. I held off buying these new flip phones until the tech advanced a bit more and I think this is where I bite the bullet, but I'll be getting the Samsung Flip 5 rather than this
I think that Motorola wants you to use the small screen to clear out small tasks such as responding quickly to messages or reading notifications. This will use less battery which's the hot take on foldable phones.
Yes 💯
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and also reduces wear on the screen from having to constantly open and close the phone often. that's a major deal. Not a bad feature at all
I think you work for Motorola R&D 😂😂
First thought was FINALLY a folder that utilizes the better rear cameras for selfies & video calls instead of the lower quality front lenses. For vlogging & selfies I think it's a leap forward, as well as all the functionality the 2nd screen brings you without having to open. Almost like a full screen pager that folds into something bigger when/if you need it.
What’s a pager?
What is the soundtrack name? Can anyone please help?
Kudos to whoever on the team made the neon "folding styles" aniamtions, absolutely quality for such a small part of the video!
Stop it
I was gonna say the same thing. So creative.
@@jahjoeka bruh y the hate?
I bought it.. been a week now and I’m not gonna lie this thing is pretty dope.. I don’t even care for the open display only when I actually have to have it open does it matter.. I’m an iPhone user and I gotta admit as I said before this thing is DOPE!!!
This is gorgeous. It still has some of that old school Motorola RAZR design language, mixed up with the modern flip phone and rounded/softened sides that we’re used to. If they can ever “fix” the crease, then I’m going to switch to a flip phone. I miss the feeling of my old RAZR back in the early 2000s. “Hello Moto”
I know right?! They have a nostalgia factor. I remember the untimely modern design of motorolla flip devices, and I wonder if this is the same. If you looked at one of their old devices today it really still looks sharp and cutting edge modern
What is that design you talk about? All I see is another Samsung Flip but with an M...and I'm actually a little bit bummed by that.
@@disguisedcat1750 100% agree. The original Razr still looks dope. Do you remember how thin that thing was when you opened it? And the beautiful aluminium body, with that little chin part that held the microphone and stuff at the bottom? And then the really cool look of the buttons when you opened it up too. That was so nice at the time. Nothing was as premium looking in comparison IMO. This was a time when Nokia was still extremely popular, and weren’t making very bold designs like this. Also, the Razr V3 actually had iTunes built in too. Like 4-5 years before they would release the iPhone. A lot of people watching this video might be too young to remember how cool it was back then.
@@ojeritoayala Well there’s not a lot you can do with it, because of the space limitations that you have, but I was talking about the flip design, with the screen on the outside with cameras above it, and the big round Motorola logo on the back, just like the Razr V3i. Also, you gotta remember that the Razr is the best selling clamshell design of all time. The design Samsung is using with their clamshell/flip phone today, was popularised first by Motorola back in 2003-2006.
I am impressed. Even though I don't plan to buy RAZR+ but it does give impression that Motorola is kicking it up a notch! Good job Moto!
Motorola is making a comeback! The Razr was iconic back in the day. The build quality looks great on camera but could we get a full review to see if it works as a daily??
Personaly imma wait until the reveal of the s flip 5 to compare the two since from the leaks and what we know it seems like the Motorola razor is just a inferior (spec wise) to the flip 5
I just got this phone and truly the icon has returned. The phone just oozes flair and futurism.
This is literally EXACTLY what I wanted the Samsung Flips to do!! This is awesome, I hope others take notes🙌
Plus it probably lessens the amount of flipping you do, thus saving that hinge from more stress.. in theory lol
At that point why not just get a regular phone? The purpose of a flip phone is for it to flip open
Same here. Hopefully it's more durable because the only thing keeping me away from foldables is the self cracking crease on Samsung's
@@VoidedMedia Perhaps if you think of it as you’re opening the flip phone to increase your level of productivity… Kinda like a book-style folding phone. Maybe we can think of this as the same thing, but just vertical instead of horizontal. 😄
@@AtomicSymphonic I just don't see the point. Just buy a bigger folding phone then. I fail to see any practical need for this device
@@VoidedMedia the purpose of a flip phone is to have a full sized phone in your pocket at half the area.. That is all.
I have to say despite motorola not being as dominant as they used it's interesting seeing how good their software is here. Like they aren't market peaders in anything yet the software here looks clean, well animated and smooth. Wish more people talked about it
I’ve been waiting for a bigger outside screen. It’s definitely next gen with the convenience of a compact and accessible function that sometime will allow me to use with one hand (carrying bags, a quick text response, etc) due to reach/longer screen. They shamelessly borrowed the Z flips look but if it was what sells, why not. Both version looks good!
sorry for anyone with the hype about the large cover display. Snap 8+ Gen 1 and 3800 mAh battery is a perfect combo for constant charging aka ip 12 mini life
No, I believe that is suck.
What other look is it supposed to have? How many different ways can you make a flip phone look? Also last time I checked the z flip didn't have a full screen on the outer shell so wtf are you talking about?
@Eikott lol. You ok?
@@EikottXD He meant the upcoming Z Flip 5. It looks the exact same with just a slioghtly smaller screen
I've switched from flip 4 to Razr Plus almost a month ago and the difference is huge! Razr has so many extra features and I'm in love with outside screen, I barley open my phone, it works perfect and battery lasts me twice as long as flip 4 lol
I'm also surprised with the camera quality tho, especially for video recording!
And besides all this it's super stilish, people around me loves it 😁
Did you happen to get a screen protector for the front of the phone too? I'm looking to switch from apple and would love to get this one soon
@@honeydeezI bought an outer screen protector. That extra layer of protection helps me feel better even though it is pretty solid without it
Switching from an iPhone to this !! Now that you’ve had it for a couple of months does it still live up? - I’ve heard screen issues but…i never know if it’s ppl just being … ppl
@@hanovem4 It's been some time now that I have been using razr pro. At first few weeks I did had a problem with few apps like snapchat, tiktok on outher screen, but I guess motorola has been working on it, and it's been around 3-4 months now that every app has been working perfectly fine. I did get this phone because of the outside screen so I'm glad it all got fixed quickly. Camera quality is not the best in dark, but its great in light, love it for selfies at x0.5. Battery life for myself is great, I go trough the day without a problem, but I have to charge it every night (kinda normal nowdays even tho my last phone motrola edge plus lasted me for 2-3 days lol), I'm mostly using outside screen so I can't tell how long you can go if you use only inside screen but I can tell you that my outside screen lasts longer than my sister's iphone 14pro. I have dropped it few times and my cat has pushed it from the tall table few times and it has no scratch, I do use the case that came with a phone and have a plastic screen protector for outside screen. All I have to say about the phone is if you are looking for a change, something more fun than a regular phone, and you've been waiting some time for flip phones to develop, this is definitlly the best it can be, very fun to use, people always comment about it, asks to open, hold it lol. It made my phone experience very fun to use and I don't think I will ever go to reglar/brick phone back.
tip if you get this phone that I use everyday: double shake to turn on the flash lite, and flip the phone to turn on the camera, works every time, motorola has that for long time
How is the camera quality?
I think we're always complaining about the outer display not having enough features and I dont think this direction is overkill. It just means the user can have free reign on what they want on the outer display. If they want everything, they can set it up and if they want lesser apps, they can do that as well. It really depends on what the user wants and giving us the freedom to choose is great, rather than having to deal with limitations.
I agree! It's very customizable. I can definitely see myself getting this one. I currently have a OnePlus 7 pro, which I still love and works flawlessly.
MKBHD now criticizes every Android phone, even when it's perfect. Watch this review closely, and you'll note that he actually didn't point out a single negative feature of the device. But his word choices leave you feeling like it's flawed and he doesn't recommend it. He even called the game "gimicky". How?!
@@keneokpareke1753The design is ugly.
Actually such a sweet design, I'd love to see more phones like this!
While i agree on the distraction aspect of the outside screen, i still think its a cool that you can limit what apps you use on the outside, say to more basic essentials, yet have them be fully functional when you need them (google maps, wtc.) I could see using this when out with friends etc so you dont get 'sucked in' by everything else.
I think this is incredibly useful for spotify, sometimes I just want to see what song is playing and skip a few songs or maybe add it to my liked songs, I could do all that on the smaller screen without unlocking it
This is for music lovers and people who consume podcasts on youtube. If they're showing somehting on camera or I wanna go back to look at a reaction I don't wanna ope the whole thing.
I can do that with normal phones. I keep important apps outside the app drawer. Some smartphones can make apps completely disappear from launchers.
You could also just use a smart watch instead. I don't think it needs a big screen on the outside. It needs a durable screen on the inside. If it's big enough for some basic features like read messages and show notifications it's enough. If you're gonna do more than that, you can flip the phone open.
Yeah. Just control ourselves when we set it up is all we need to do. I like this phone.
I just got the Motorola razor 2024 I love it the access to simple tasks while the phone close is a must for me and fast charging is a plus
Honestly this is a breath of fresh air coming from Motorola, hot take but I could see this limiting screen time a lot if they don't have to physically open it access their apps. I think people will understand that they just want to check something briefly & won't get sucked into scrolling for hours on end, but we'll see when it's released how it's received by the public. 10/10 vid as always!
I feel you can’t really get sucked in on a screen that small. I mean, watching a TikTok/Short/Reels/whatever would SUCK, reading Twitter would suck, Instagram would probably be very broken, UA-cam videos are probably fine, but text would be itty bitty.
I totally agree. I would love to test this and see if it would affect my screen time. My theory is that I think the bigger outside screen would make me use my phone less and only flip it open when I needed to do tasks that would require some time.
The immense outside functionality is making me wonder if Motorola is banking on a potential demand for "half-sized" phones.
@@mandzph my thoughts exactly!! This could be the start of a new era.
Personally, I think this is the best way to have a flip phone since the internal screen is plastic and can be damaged quite easily. Having the option to do anything you need in the solid screen outside is a huge win in my books. 🎉
@Christ Is The Truth the outside screen is at least real glass
@@0XiC My friend's 2020 Razr 5G is STILL working perfectly fine with its PLASTIC foldable display.
Meanwhile, I see a TON of Galaxy Z Flip and Z Folds with CRACKED displays because of ultra thin glass.
Plastic > Ultra Thin Glass.
@@PSYCHOV3N0MI agree. I wish more of the Plastic phones came to North America. UTG is not my preference
@@PSYCHOV3N0M honestly using glass is kinda pointless if the glass itself have pretty much 0 durability like in Samsung flip phones with ultra thin glass, heck UTG barely qualifies as glass if not for the fact that its still brittle and can crack.
Might as well be like Motorola and go with full on plastic display for the inside screen.
or you know... just use a normal slab phone, and buy a smaller one
Since the first gen Z Flip I've been waiting for someone to make the exterior screen more useful past notifications and media controls, definitely excited to see an in depth review of this one
I have bought a last year model Razr 2023 which has a smaller outside screen and I love it. I thought I will regret it but I'm not. They should make more phones with a smaller outside screen
I cannot wait for this. I've BEEN waiting for this design. Definitely going to pre-order. It's much more practical than all existing flips in regards to the exterior screens.
Mine arrives today from EE (UK)
@@JRWilson242 noice!!!! Pls share your first impressions!
@@radlink14 I've got it and oh my god is it AMAZING!! The external display is so handy and works perfectly with almost every app. The display is tall but gorgeous, so clear. Performance is so smooth, no lag at all. Battery life I can't get comment on, but I know it'll be better than other foldables and hopefully get me 5 - 6 hours. Honestly, it's worth every penny!
@@JRWilson242 amazing thanks so much for the quick insights. Do you recall if they did any trade ins?
@@radlink14 depending on your region they do yeah, we can claim a free Lenovo Tab M10 with ours too
The big outter screen and the functionality they've put in is perfect. What I've always wanted from my Flip 3.
I love how this idea of folding phones makes owning a smartphone more convenient. It's good to have a full length form and a compact form in a single device. It makes handling super convenient
Compact*
so apparently, making it more compact is more convenient to you than flipping the phone every time you use it.
No it doesn't:/
Does it? Literally the whole video is "this phone is great because it has a 4" screen". Like... what?
Normal phones aren't that big that a folding phone size makes it a selling point. Literally the only thing that would make me buy one is having it like at least 5,5" while folder and bigger when open. So you can text and do quick stuff, and only open for media consumption.
My problem with most large phones is that they often aren’t very pocketable. Having a phone that folds like this does make things more convenient. You can have a phone with a large screen, and pocket it too.
As and old school and new flip phone user, for me is all about opening the phone to use. Yes the big screen is nice but, There's something nostalgic about opening a cell to answer calls etc like back in the days... plus the lil screens remind me of beepers and pagers.... so cute... 💕
As a flip 3 and flip 4 owner, I find the larger and more functional Razr+ outside display appealing bc it will greatly reduce the need to open the phone up as much... thus reducing stress and wear and tear on the hinge. Was gearing up to upgrade to flip5, but seriously considering Razr Plus instead. 🤔
An iPhone would do this also
@James Barker Except I have no interest in iOS and want to stick with a foldable 😆.
@@danamoss5705 just as long as it's one you don't have to open up much....
@James Barker yeah it's called wanting a small form factor plus functionality. I already have an S22 ultra as my work phone. My foldable is my personal. So the smaller size and versatility is the value prop for me.
@@danamoss5705 a bit like you buying a Range Rover for when you are with the family but then also having a smaller, foldable razor scooter for when you want some ''me time'
Looks gorgeous. It’s playful - with an easy form factor to interact with in one hand. Would be great to amp up the outdoor brightness of the outer screen better than the inside screen, so it feels that much more functional on the go.
WOW - this looks polished and premium!!! The UI looks lovely, the phone is gorgeous, the nostalgia factor is there, the specs too...might really get the RAZR this time :)
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It's really amazing to see that original phones return with such clarity and innovation. If I never went to an event out in Germany There showed me foldable screens where possible I would have never believed it this is impressive still.
This is exactly what I've been wanting out of a Smart Flip Phone for years. The rumors that Samsung's Flip 5 is going to have an outer display similar to this size made me like 80% sure that I'd upgrade to that this summer. But depending on how the announcement turns out from Samsung then I might have to get this one instead.
I was considering not upgrading from the Z Flip 3 to another flip phone this year.. but seeing this.. I actually might just change my mind. This checked a lot of boxes for me. If I can do more on the outside display, it means I can basically go through most of the day without opening my phone, which is huge for me. Most of the day i'm using my phone to reply to notifications and use navigation, so if I can do that while consuming less battery I actually just might consider getting this honestly. I'll wait and see what google has to offer this year first cuz my last phone was a google pixel 2
Just wait for z flip 5
What’s even the point of having a folding phone if you’re just gonna use it closed anyway. I feel like you’re making a compromise using a half sized screen majority of the time, but still paying double. Not trying to shit on you, just trying to understand the point/appeal of these new folding phones in general.
The screen is too tall. Using pretty much any third-party app on this thing will be a pain.
@@andrewr_ z flip 3-4 owner: it’s still the fact that you can see if you need to open your phone for something or if it’s just an expensive notification. if you still get lost, you get tired of using the outer display because it still isn’t big enough to comfortably watch stuff and come back to the realization that you weren’t supposed to be on it anyways.
@@andrewr_ it's kinda like the bigger tablet style folding phone where you can open the phone for a better experience. The outer screen of these flipping phone can be the primary screen you use most of the time and the inside is only for those media consumption, entertainment, taking pictures, getting work done, ... moments. My personal view, folding phones are just a novelty to have, it adds some fun to your daily life and is more compact than traditional phones.
0:39 "Now gigantic is of course a relative term but in a small phone that folds in half and fits in your pocket, having a 3.6 inch, 144-hertz pOLED display that goes basically corner-to-corner"
All I could think hearing this was: *the original iPhone had a 3.5-inch display.*
*Now we have secondary displays bigger than that.*
Just preordered one, keeping my 14 pro max in case I have withdrawals and because I’m a dork and usually have one iOS one android at all times. Can’t wait to use this though, I’m excited
I've owned the Z flip 4 for about a year now and the outer screen of this Razr+ is an enticing feature. I decided against getting the Fold 4 in lieu of the a more compact form factor, but after seeing my co-worker use his Fold I'd admit I'm a little jealous. There's times where I need to use my phone at work but I only have one free hand and the mini display is pretty limited when you start to using it, so I end up doing the whole flipping open with my chin. Having a screen on the outside to just shoot of quick message or even look at a link from text/email is great, and to top it off with keeping a small form factor really has my interest piqued.
I am with you on this. I choose the Zflip for just the tiniest bit of discression compared to coworkers and large screens. I might enjoy having the larger screen to respond without opening the phone.
Same but personally I would wait for the reveal of the z flip 5 since from the leaks and the things we know about it, it seems like the Motorola razor is an inferior ( spec wise) flip 5. Mostly because the outer screen of the flip 5 is also getting a upgrade similar to the size of the Motorola razor.
exactly!! and if yiu actually want to watch some youtube or take a nice pic you can open it and do it.
@@ac3_d00dle._7 at no point will you ever use the full capacity of the phone so waiting for one with a faster processor is kind of pointless.
I think thete's an unfulfilled need to express your personality through a smartphone (as it was in pre-iPhone era), and having a truly unique design may do just that. Modern foldables is a step in that direction, but RAZR+ feels like a leap
I know right? Sometimes I really think the smartphone that you use really expresses the type of person you are.
@@gehadsheha4775 not really..its just a phone. that's it. its not an extension of your personality or anything like that.
@@rodrigojds I think he's being sarcastic he has to be
The outer screen reminds me of the Motorola Flipout which actually had a 2.8 inch screen as the main display. Insane to see how far we’ve come
The outside display is extremely important because that display will be the backup in case the internal display breaks which will happen eventually. The fact that you can use the phone pretty much normally seals the deal for the weary like me.
This is so cool, it's basically a mini z fold in a sense. I love how you can use any app on the outside screen. This makes this clam shell foldable A LOT more appealing than any other.
I love the direction that these foldable phones are going. Its definitely great to see smartphones evolving from the traditional form factor with players like the Galaxy Z Fold, Pixel Fold, and even the RAZR+. Definitely love seeing technology push forward
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I don't. It's purposeless innovation designed to fuel the merciless capitalist system. It needs to stop
Go with the razr this year basically the only upgrade is the bigger cover screen even still razrs cover screen is bigger
Can't wait for apple to release a foldable in 4 years as if its a brand-new concept for close to 2 grand lmao
Personally I think this is exactly what I, and others have been waiting for. For those that aren't into the larger form factors of the Z folds or even the Pixel Fold, they now have a foldable that offers similar type functionality in a much more compact design. I've said in my videos reviewing the Razr 5g vs the Z flip 3 and 4 that the outer display on the Razr was a huge advantage due to its functionality. Moto making the outer display bigger convinces me that they understand that they have a leg up on the competition with that feature alone. The Razr Plus featuring the 8 gen 1 soc will be a non factor as the average Consumer seemingly doesn't pay attention to such details. I'm very curious to see what the Z flip 5 has in store. If it's outer display isn't improved, it's gonna be a tough sell against the Razr Plus.
Z Flip 5 will definitely have a much larger outer display.
It's old news.
Yay all you 8 of you. Enjoy
I think the whole point of a folding phone should be that you dont need to open it unless you want to. Like if I wanted to use a huge peice of glass to change music or check messages, I would just buy a normal phone. Opening should be for when you want to watch videos, or play games, or read some long form text. I think this is exactly the direction folding phones should be heading.
I think it looks cool and I also think the bigger screen is more helpful if you want to send a quick text it is easier to do now with the bigger screen. But I do agree the 599 to 799 price point for the smaller screen one is more of a game changer!
6:24 Facts! It seems like a lot of other tech journalists/bloggers don’t seem to understand that a big part of the appeal of folding phones (for me at least) is that the form factor helps me wrest my attention & time back from addictive-by-design apps. You are the first person I have seen mention this in all the reviews I’ve watched and read. I am leaning towards choosing a folding phone with one of the smaller external displays.
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Great video! As a Z Flip 3 user since it came out, I have often wanted a larger screen on the front + better continuity between outside and inside. I love this Motorola concept!
Picked it up today and its a great device! my first foldable and I love it
5:40 I believe there are quiet a lot of people that love productivity of the hotdog style flip phone but hate the fact it is super big. The larger outside screen is big enough to minimize the need of opening my phone fully, simultaneously reducing the distraction when people reach for their phones and tiktok and youtube is 1 click away. this is amazing!
I love the outside display. Having a fully functional outside display is huge especially in situations where you just need to take a quick action without having to open the phone. That is a big plus to have that flexibility.
Just get a normal phone. You’ll never have to open it.
@@oggyoggy1299 You obviously need to like the aesthetic and the folding gimmick. People are going way too hard on this phone. Since when buying something cause you tink is cool is cause for judgement?
Normal phones have the biggest outside display.
@@m4tru88 And also take up twice the space
@@m4tru88 Yeah, but we want a flip phone. For whatever reason, let us worry about that. If you don't want one, there's a plathera of other phones he has reviewed that are not flip phones.
The outside screen is perfect for me. Im happy with the current standard phone size but folding in half is awesome. Smaller and more pocketable. I don't think most people would get sucked in to scrolling on the outer screen.
@@MunchnYaoh baby boy 😂
i agree with your point. A large part of why I'm thinking of a flip phone is because it prevents me from getting distracted in whole phone usage. Sort of like having a smart watch where u read the notifications but don't take out the phone immediately
I think it could be something we didn't know we wanted... I've been using my z flip 4 since the day it came out. Everyday non stop and have had to change the screen because of creasing peeling problem twice. Having a little outside screen was cute for the first 2 months, then suddenly I ended up rarely using it because of the limitations. I just enjoy how pocketable it is when folded and how it rarely falls from my pocket. It is no barrier to entry cause the novelty of flipping it open and close with one hand honestly makes me use it a lil more I think.
I'll trade my Fold 4 for this RAZR+
@@daa5014 reminder: Z Flip5 is launching in July. But it’s gonna have a weird folder-shaped cover display.
That’s pretty cool. I love miniature versions of normal sized things in terms of tech. So its nice to see that there’s a fully functional smaller screen on the front. That’s why the new galaxy fold may be my next phone
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@@DemonSlayer-vh8uyI think he has all that info in the description
@@MrSharkBait561 i did not get...its just the artist name.....not the track name
@@DemonSlayer-vh8uy he has his playlist there. I'm sure you can go through it and find the artist with that name.
I love it!! It has me thinking of jumping back to Android. The functionality of that second screen is a big game changer. 👏🏽 To Moto for raising the bar
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wait for Samsung buddy, flip 5 will be the master of this game
I just ordered one yesterday. By just watching this video and less scared of what about to get into because OMG I love what you just showed what this phone can do. I bought it because I’m tired of the shape of my iPhone. I wanted something more compact and easy to carry. I’ll see how this changes will work for me.
Debating this as well. What made you choose this over the 2024??
@@milehighyt2097 Because it was at a discounted price of only $90 on AT&T with a 2 year contract.
How do you like it now?
@@Anxietywilnotwin I'm loving it, is more than what I was expecting.
@@guillermobetancourt3726 nice 🙂
5:49 My man mimicked opening a book and still called it a "hot dog style" folding phone 🤣
The idea of a more affordable folding option is a huge deal. It could end up being the catalyst for folding phones being more widely adopted. I’d be interested to see if the cheaper razer prompts other manufacturers to do the same. I personally think a folding pixel a series foldable would be appealing down the line.
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This is the first time in I'm not sure how long that I saw a phone and thought "that. I want that."
It's like how I felt with the Framework laptop. The whole package all together just feels right. I can clearly imagine myself using it and loving it.
I have a flip 3.. I kinda want to get this Razr+ though holy shit... It's literally what I wanted in the first place.
I have a framework waiting on the AMD Ryzen 7 mainboards so i can switch over and get some better specs and game rocksolid on 1440p 120fps about any game maybe higher cant wait its the best Buy ever framework needs to go places
yeah man exactly my feeling
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Next: people realize that 3.6" phone is actually all they need and the downsizing can start. Back to original size iphone.
All the way to a beeper
Boo
YES! Or Bring Back The IPhone 5 Size ( PLEASE OMG )
That’s why i have my mini. If they never bring back the small sizes, I’ll switch to this phone
Palm Pilots and Blackberries and Sidekicks preferably @@YORCHNMG
I kinda love the look of the new regular Razr more than the Razr+ but the concept of that outside screen is awesome.
The outside screen is perfect for small hands. Great video as always! 👍
I'm a big fan of fold-style phones and almost an opponent of flip-style phones, but I have to say this one looks pretty gorgeous.
Dumbify this to make it basically a 4/5G variant of the original Moto Razr! Physical keypad that was backlit in a blue color, high refresh rate screen, side volume buttons, pop-off cover for battery and sim/sd card removal, and one 1080p 60fps camera, and that's it. Give it all the colors the O.G. had. I'd buy that in a heartbeat.
i like it, not really overkill, just adds more functionality. the idea lends itself to a wide range of styles in which the phone can be used, which i think is what good tech should do. u shouldn't have to adapt or to new tech, nor should it have some sort of learning curve. instead, it should be versatile enough to where ppl can just have a seamless user experience
I like the idea of using the main shooter for selfies, and being able to see and reply to full message previews instead of a tiny blurb with preset options is great. Larger than 1" is great for that, but I doubt it needs to be a full panel with the punchouts.
Some phones used to have a mirror on the back for lining up selfies, for maximum quality 0.3 megapixel potato compressed images.
Super interested in the “normal” razr coming out later this year! That seems like a winning combination for a bigger crowd!
But you have to convince people why using a 3 inch outside screen is worth $200 more than just buying an S23
@@toptiertech7291 you don't where I live. No one buys phones outright. They're round about the same monthly cost on a contract
@@SHRModding yeah I don’t know a single person who pays outright for a phone
Americans who buy unlocked full price phones are usually the more tech savvy ones that buy "value for money" Xiaomi/Realme phones from 3rd party Amazon sellers.
@@toptiertech7291 the S23 only has a 3800mah battery, which the cheaper Razr beats with a 4200mah battery
I like this because I can answer text from the front. I don’t do much on my phone so this fits my needs. I enjoyed the iPhone mini and the se so this is right up my alley.
I love that that I can message with full keyboard without having to open the phone! The weight distribution makes a lot of sense and kinda reminds me of those small form factor phones we used to use back in the day but with better design and functionality. I might actually consider this!
Currently on Pixel 7.
I love my Flip 3 and I 100% will be upgrading to either this model, the flip 5, or the 2024 versions. Unfortunately that's going to come down to when the hinge breaks - I've had pretty bad luck and in 2 years of ownership am on my second warranty replacement for the screen failing at the hinge.
Definitely love the idea of the bigger outside screen! Being able to use just the outside screen for eg maps while driving, or actually being able to type a reply to a text, is really high on my wish-list for my next flip phone
I think most people would use it for notifications and music controls, maybe quick text responses. Ultimately I think it’s a huge feature just to be able to see your notifications without needing to unfold the screen every time (though a smartwatch would accomplish something similar). Don’t see the average user treating it like a main display though.
agree with you
If the ergonomics weren't so awkward, I would see the draw to these flip phones. Unfortunately they are an awkward size folded up, and a traditional phone style is far more functional in my opinion. You don't have to unfold it, it's often thinner, and there's no creased screen issue. You'll also almost always get a larger battery.
The outside screen feels like a solution to the problem of a flip phone. So why have a flip phone to begin with?
That is one of the best-looking phones I have seen in a while. I love the size. I could see so many uses with the front screen.