Foldable phones seem less specialized than expected. They appear regularly in the hands of customer service staff, suggesting a viable market for premium models. Yet Motorola, an early leader in flip foldables, has not released a book-style version, while Samsung, Huawei and soon Apple have done so.
Testing the Razr Fold for a month revealed a refined device first seen at CES in Las Vegas. As a first-generation product it has some limits, but hardware, software and cameras combine for a capable overall experience.
The phone costs Rs 159,999. Its design draws from the Edge series, featuring curved edges and a square camera module with four lenses. A woven black finish replaces glass, improving durability and scratch resistance. No marks appeared after extended use, helped by the included case.
Unfolded it measures 4.6 mm thick; folded it is 9.9 mm and weighs 243 grams. Size and weight sit between the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Premium build quality includes Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 on the cover screen and a sturdy hinge developed from Lenovo laptop experience. Optional stylus support is available separately. Water resistance reaches IP48 and IP49 levels, though full dust protection is absent.
The main appeal lies in the dual-screen layout. The inner 8.1-inch display shows a faint crease that becomes less noticeable with use. Most daily tasks were handled on the 6.6-inch outer screen, which feels closer to a conventional smartphone. A 6,000 mAh battery, the largest in any foldable, powers the device. The two displays simplify activities such as reading news or viewing data on the larger inner panel.
