Motorola has just announced the Edge 70 smartphone, an ultra-thin handset that could rival the . It’s a bit thicker than the Air, at 5.9mm versus 5.6mm, but the camera bump is less noticeable.
As for that camera, the Edge 70 has a trio of 50MP camera sensors. The main camera can capture 4K video and there is also a front camera, an ultra-wide one with a macro lens and a dedicated light sensor. Like most modern smartphones, AI tools are available for photo editing.
The frame is made from “aircraft grade aluminum,” which is a good thing because my uncoordinated fingers will absolutely drop this thing within three days of owning one. Other durability features include Corning Gorilla Glass 7i and IP69 water protection.
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The phone will also have access to the company’s proprietary moto ai2 chatbot. This can do all the usual things like create images and respond to queries. However, Motorola also boasts that AI can understand what’s on the screen and tell users the right course of action. We’ll have to wait and see how it works in real life.
This slim handset somehow packs a massive 4,800mAh battery that allows for up to 50 hours of continuous use. That’s more than two full days of scrolling without ever heading to the power outlet. For comparison, the iPhone Air 22 at 27 hours
The Edge 70 comes with a magnetic case capable of handling wireless charging and includes a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 mobile chipset. Motorola promises active software support and security upgrades until 2031.
Considering the format and specifications, the price is actually quite reasonable. The Edge 70 starts at £700, which works out to around $910 USD. It’s available to purchase now, but there’s some bad news. It’s launching in the UK and there’s no current information as to when it will cross the pond.
