Motorola Razr vs Razr Plus 2024 FIRST LOOK | 5 things you NEED to know

Motorola is back with powerful updates to both of its flip phones, the Razr and the Razr Plus. Somehow, it managed to pack more screen real estate, new AI features, and revamped cameras into both phones, and that's only the tip of the iceberg. Here are just a few things you need to know about Motorola's latest Galaxy Z Flip rivals.
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0:00 New Motorola Razr and Razr Plus (2024)
0:27 Screen and displays
1:32 Updated hinge
2:23 Revamped cameras
3:54 New chips
4:58 Moto AI and Hello UX
6:40 Price and availability
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[@tufree3733]

Ive had every Samsung Flip and got the Motorola Razr+ as a backup because i kept having issues with my Flips. Ive had no issue with my Razr and could care less about Android 13,14 or 15 as it did NOT affect how i used/interacted with my phone. And before you ask i am NOT a lame phone user and use it for everything from monitoring my vehicle, ID, Wallet and to access and control my home. So there's that.

[@alexgaribay7794]

"A backup"😂

[@papermonkey7403]

look at mr moneybags here

[@jeffchandler3390]

I agree and, frankly, most of the time when I've had problems with my phone it's been because of Android version updates. I buy a phone for what it is at the time I buy it

[@thatmumof385]

I'm a lame phone user and this comment is going to push me to get a Razr+. i just want to kmow how long do these phones survive, coz both Huawei phones i had started lagging at 2 yrs

[@juancarlosgroman8628]

Great vid! How about takin selfies (night time/low light) with the main cam when folded? Can the flash be activated? Anyone?

[@cjarciolaiii3680]

Thanks for giving us info on when these phones will be available. Other reviewers never mentioned a word on availability.

[@AndroidAuthority]

No problem 👍

[@omarspost]

Can you return missed calls from the cover display? Sounds basic, but the razr 40+ can't.

[@chrisgoldin3122]

Is desktop mode supported over USB-C this year? Or still limited to 30 Hz over wireless? A functional desktop mode is a must for some of us.

[@doalittletrolling8896]

asking the real questions

[@milkyy4168]

GSMArena says the connection is USB 2.0, and 2.0 doesn’t have the bandwidth past 30hz

[@ReynaldoRivera]

2 pressing questions: Does it have LE Bluetooth? And What specs protect against the crease? For example i am still using a razr 2020 5G and that screen actually moved a littlw when it folded shut to reduce tension. As a reault im still using this beauty in 2024 with zero crease.

[@aronp2309]

It does have LE Bluetooth. I can't say for sure if there is anything special that helps with the crease, but I've got a 2023 base model that still doesn't really have a noticeable crease, so if the 2024 if improved from that I'm sure it's not a problem

[@sergxp666]

How much do both models differ in energy consumption? There are different processors. Which model will live longer and for how much longer? I listen to KZbin in the background all day long and my Galaxy S21 is already discharged by 18-00

[@colbys1234]

are there cases i put on these phones? i drop my phone a lot.

[@LTEAndroid]

What do you use ?

[@piano4928]

i'd love to see a full camera review of both and how does one differ from another.

[@juanspyro4658]

Disagree, the ultrawide lens has saved so many photos of mine. I use it much more than the 2x - but if the data says that's what people do then I guess I can't argue with that.

[@dfiggs915]

Why does the US version only have 256 gb for storage?

[@husk79]

i wish google pixel would come out with a flip phone

[@jamiljohnson9766]

I hope it is available on at&T. I need an upgrade

[@RacerC45]

I still wish phone manufacturers would consider bringing back the headphone jack on their phones.

[@KxNG_RxME]

If they did, they must include a DAC like LG did on its V series

[@parshakamarsh]

They aren't going to do that while they've got bluetooth buds and headphones to sell..

[@TEDSHOTTHAT]

Its the audio and headphone companies.

[@TEDSHOTTHAT]

@@parshakamarshyup I agree we’ve moved from that era unfortunately

[@KxNG_RxME]

@@RacerC45 better off buying a Sony Walkman if you can afford em

[@stephenajewole4488]

I do kinda wish that they kept the smaller screen on the normal razr. That would be nice for people who want to have a little detox when theg close phone down lol

[@MsCoochi]

Me too. Next they're going to have the entire back be another screen

[@pixelgaming7261]

0:47 This year, the outer display is 165Hz on the Razr 50 Ultra and 90Hz on the Razr 50.

[@jmvchak]

Why they remove the ultra wide camera on the razr+?? It doesn't make sense for me

[@antx8563]

It does. Most ppl like to zoom

[@LTEAndroid]

Most main cameras on phones are already 24-28mm anything under that will start giving you the fish eye effect. Tele lenses take better shots of human subjects which most people would prefer

[@Space_Cat969]

These phones look super fun, I might buy one of these phones fairly soon. I realized I use to buy phones like HTC and LG cause they were fun phones and I miss that

[@mdeter6767]

This thing will be a fashion statement in 2024. Wow.

[@adixar]

Why is it not called RAZR 50?

[@NEOMERCER]

While I appreciate more variety in colors from companies, a standard black should always be expected for all models. Some people just don't want a whacky green or pink.

[@vedanshchn]

2:05 It took a whole 4 seconds to accept the pin and unlock???!!!!!

[@julioau]

😂

[@stephen_sezs]

Spritz Orange for the Plus PLLLEEEEEEASE!!! 😕

[@chris201]

When are they coming to U.S.?

[@jaquezcarter7018]

July 10th pre-order starts and availability on the 24th.

[@bassage13]

He says it in the video.

[@nasirjones-bey6565]

@@bassage13please don’t be a smarty pants. I was thoroughly enjoying this video whilst munching my fried turkey and cheese sandwich until I came across your snide remark.

[@Andreravone]

Do they make the batteries in these with cobalt and coltan from the DR Congo?

[@joewill808ify]

you know they do

[@davisonsibanda88]

Yes

[@modernskater1996]

Who cares? Don’t buy any electronics if your worried about that, get one flip phone and be happy with it.

[@cokeysmokey]

great phone no update

[@Peterstarzynskitech]

I'd say it flipped the lid.

[@reggiefurlow1]

They need to get on Verizon

[@Gravage]

The only thing you need to know is that you'll never get updates for these phones.

[@vipulsardana]

Exactly

[@Silver01Son]

Darn that sucks!

[@THE_FOOL2000]

Bruh 💀

[@victors.]

You should go to Apple, pay a fortune for a lower quality phone and a so bad user interface. iPhone doesn't even let receive or send bluetooth files from Windows, Android or any other device. Lol, thats value right there 😅

[@skeksilthechamberlain1479]

Says on the site the razr will get three years of software updates.

[@itsmilan4069]

0:46 *165hz

[@MrZattack101]

3000 nits 165Hz is crazy

[@varunaX]

with a very very tiny battery

[@niranjanbanda]

3000 Nits is crazyyy. Isn't it? How does it feel like holding such a bright and vibrant display?

[@varunaX]

its probably just for hdr content, like the oneplus's '4600' nits

[@unvergebeneid]

Okay but, SD card slot?

[@TonyJenn]

None of these folding phones have had SD card slots for years...

[@unvergebeneid]

@@TonyJenn I know but hope for real innovation in the space dies last.

[@UpgradeLemonade]

Finally seems like Moto nailed the Razr, looks fantastic

[@russellnathan250]

They need to come to the party with updates otherwise I'd be in. That applies to all the Chinese phones.

[@anthonysullivan5197]

Motorola doesn’t have pulltabs for easier battery removal for repair purposes unlike Samsung’s foldables.

[@frankr111th]

I love the look of the hardware, but I can't see spending $1,000 on a phone that doesn't get timely software updates.

[@hezekiahwallace2412]

They usually go on sale after a month or two.

[@aannmoo9666]

ong

[@aryanagarwal2763]

Love the iconic Razr design with modern upgrades! The Razr 50's Dimensity 7300X promises great battery life for all-day use on that gorgeous foldable display.

[@madrat5176]

When will these companies learn NOT to have such a long wait between debut and sales. A full month before anyone can get their hands on it. Samsung’s Z Flip will be in customer hands before this and their event isn’t until July 10th. Motorola still operates like it’s a decade ago. It’s going to cost them

[@TonyJenn]

You can't wait a month? Lmao

[@madrat5176]

@@TonyJenn It’s foolish - has nothing to do with my impatience. It’s a fiercely competitive market and hype/impulse buying plays a real role. Samsung’s event will steal some thunder and their arguably superior foldable will be ready BEFORE Motorola’s. It’s not a decade ago. You can’t have these major gaps after launch unless your name is Apple

[@eveylopez6742]

Both release on 7/24 lol

[@madrat5176]

@@eveylopez6742 And most will now choose Samsung 🤡

[@ozzzy3z946]

Holy vocal fry batman!

[@drtysox]

Tech sites should refuse to review these until Moto updates last year's Razrs to 14. Moto does this because they can get away with it.

[@jack76thegamer30]

If you dont know man try to shut t f up and do some research. They are not doing this because they can get away with it, they are trying to improve there updates and software as much as possible, they said they will improve it, mostly it is due to there new UI and some of it is because of bad blood between moto and google. So first they are trying to improve the matter on there hand such as UI experience, build quality, features, pricing etc. The use and throw tactic of google which moto faced and still from bottom it was able to climb was no less than a miracle, compared to brands like nokia which had hit bottom of the barrel.

[@joshualieder7524]

Why should I upgrade my 2023 model? In general - AI is garbage by the way. $20 a month after 3 months. Easy pass.

[@AndyLongden]

So many issues with the razor 40 plus. Web pages not displaying properly, external screen glitchy and non responsive (especially for skipping music if it's not unlocked). FP doesn't always unlock the phone when closed. Still running android 13. No sign of any update soon. Camera are meh! Not bad but not fantastic either. The "Moto ready" bloatware is pointless. Overheats like crazy when charging either wireless or wired. All in all it would have been good 3 years ago. But it is cheap so..... Bare in mind these will probably suffer the same issues, it's the same company. NO UPDATES!! Poor support. Also can't plug in a USB-C - 3.5 jack adapter and play music on an amp. (Not compatible). In fact I think it may be the least adaptive and user friendly phone I've owned.

[@b.deonchris]

I'm sure 90% of these commentors haven't used a moto.

[@anticommunist840]

mediatek (not the flagship) considering this is a 900+ mobile. doesn't make any sense.

[@TheoFrius]

Motorola Razr (2024): $699 MediaTek Dimension 7300X Motorola Razr Plus (2024): $999 Snapdragon 8s Gen 3

[@Boba-Zach]

Love Motorola

[@carloabellana33]

Calm down on the Update comment ☠️

[@josueochoa9267]

Only 3 years software update? This is why Apple is on top even if it’s a boring phone but my iPhone X is still receiving updates 😂 this is what happens with an open software they just drop it and release a new device.

[@Yoshi12221]

Lost me at AI features and the 8s Gen 3 processor.

[@modernskater1996]

Isn’t that a step down version of the snapdragon 8? Gen 3

[@vandelay.costanza]

We get Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 phones for around $480 in India.

[@jesusnavarrete6317]

Stop charging Flagship prices when you don't update your phones 👏🏽

[@bkeaver644]

This is why I dislike Android authority.. they report on things that they truly know nothing about and act like they do.. The 2024 plus has a snapdragon 8 gen 3 processor in it.. only the regular razr comes with the MediaTech processor...

[@vedanshchn]

If the cameras are still not actually good, the wouldn’t be worth it no matter what they do

[@ashishantony1569]

How is moto's after-sales support worldwide; both on software and hardware service. Here is India thet they are the worst.

[@VKTR_Tech]

So... Motorola is tracking people's photos?

[@tamastarczy6262]

But i mean theres no 'razor' in this thing. The razr was called razr for a reason; cuz it looked like (gave the impression) of a razor like thing with sharp edges, dynamic shapes, etc. It had this razor-feel to it if yall know what i mean. This thing here has nothing to do with a razor. Its just a smartphone that folds up. BORING.

[@caniz80]

Too many people moaning like babies in the comments

[@Silver01Son]

Yeah

[@jamkutie]

Basically they created a Samsung Zflip. Got it. It's a shame someone looking without knowledge will just assume it's a flip

[@stephen_sezs]

This was out before the Z Flip (2019).

[@jamkutie]

@@stephen_sezs I said this because of the design. It looked like a Razor before, unique. Now they've just basically replicated the zflips design because it's successful. If you look at it the regular person isn't going to think it's NOT a flip.

[@stephen_sezs]

@@jamkutie that’s a non sequitur.

[@jimmjimms]

lmfaoo if someone cant spend a moment to make sure they are getting the phone they want they wont even notice. this one is better anyway. flip sucks.

[@gregc.7662]

That RAZR is truly disappointing - Since January users have to open the phone to use Google Assistant, and Moto is not even committing to fix this critical user-function, despite still advertising that Assistant can be used with the phone closed. It is a serious defect for a phone that promotes usability when closed. The Lenovo/Moto/RAZR support/discussion board shows how little Moto is taking any responsibility of a broken feature Moto specifically promotes. Moto RAZR... outrageous you have to open the phone to use Google Assistant, awkward, not as advertised, more wear on the hinge and screen fold... since Jan '24 - still that way in June. Great idea, but someone dropped the ball on this critical function.

[@jimmjimms]

😂😂😂😂😂 "CRITICAL FUNCTION" what even are you crying about.. opening your phone to use some ai bs??? who cares

[@NoshikiYT]

Motorola phone suck even this one

[@victors.]

Y?

[@bassage13]

Intelligent comment, not.

[@newfnshow031]

$700 for a moto... I'll take a hard pass

[@ozzzy3z946]

OK...

[@jamiljohnson9766]

What wrong with motorola again? Please remind me

[@anezmanzoor4221]

@@jamiljohnson9766updates

[@nexflexfloppa]

Ok ill remind you the phone brand is one of the best but it lacks software support ​@@jamiljohnson9766

[@rayminishi689]

Nothing. Just brand bias

[@electric-up2tr]

Motorola sucks.