The smartphone candy bar form factor has been around for more than a decade. But realistically, we don’t think the form factor is sticking around for the foreseeable future. That begs the question of, if not this form factor, then what? That’s something Motorola is exploring, according to a recently discovered patent that suggests a phone that can be worn as a watch.

Motorola has a patent for a phone that can be worn as a watch

Based on the patent images, it looks like Motorola has come up with an idea for a phone that can transform into a watch. Believe it or not, this is actually not the first time Motorola has come up with this idea. Back in 2023, the company took the wraps off a concept phone with a bendable display and body that can be bent around the wearer’s wrist.

However, there is a difference between Motorola’s concept and this patent. For starters, the patent suggests that the phone could feature some kind of retractable display. This means that when the display is fully retracted, it’s small enough to fit on your wrist. However, it can then be expanded to become a phone.

The patent talks about the frame structure needed to support the retractable design. However, it stops short of mentioning things like display size, connectivity options, battery, and most importantly, cameras. It’s actually a pretty cool concept on paper. But honestly, it seems unlikely that it will ever see the light of day.

While patents sometimes act as clues for what a company has planned for the future, it is never a guarantee that these patents become actual commercial products.

The future of communications

Like we said, we don’t think candy bar shaped smartphones are going to continue being the standard of mobile phone design. In fact, with the rise of AI, some believe that we may even transition to devices without a display. 

We’ve already seen some companies attempt these AI-first devices, like Rabbit, and Humane. However, neither of these devices really took off. We’re also hearing that OpenAI’s Sam Altman is working with legendary former Apple designer, Jony Ive, to create some kind of communications device.

It’s too early to tell how that will turn out, but what do you think? What kind of device can you imagine replacing our smartphones in the future?

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Motorola is stirring excitement for its next mid-range entry, the Edge 70. This phone blends a super-slim profile with surprisingly generous launch deals. With the official reveal set for November 5, the company has already started teasing specs that make this phone look like an appealing option for casual users who prioritize design and in-hand experience.

The Edge 70 packs a 4,800mAh silicon-carbon battery—larger than the iPhone Air’s 3,149mAh and even the Galaxy S25 Edge’s 3.900mAh—yet the chassis stays impressively thin at 5.99mm. Charging speeds are solid too, with 68W wired and 15W wireless support, promising up to two days of battery life.

Under the hood, Motorola is opting for Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, paired with 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 512GB of UFS 3.1 storage.

Leaked Geekbench 6 CPU scores suggest performance on par with the MediaTek Dimensity 8350 of the Edge 60 Pro. The display sounds premium as well: a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED panel with 120Hz refresh, 4,500 nits peak brightness, and Gorilla Glass 7i protection. The camera setup features 50MP main and ultrawide lenses on the back, paired with a 50MP selfie shooter.

Where things really heat up is pricing. While Motorola hasn’t confirmed global prices yet, the Edge 70—sold in China as the X70 Air—appears to be positioned as an affordable rival to Apple’s iPhone Air and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge. In China, it’s available in two variants: 12GB + 256GB for 2,599 yuan (~$365) and 12GB + 512GB for 2,899 yuan (~$410).

For international buyers, Motorola appears to be stacking generous launch offers that could amount to over €550 (~$640) in savings through early-bird vouchers and regional promos. If those carry over to the final pricing, the expected €699 (~$760) tag could dip into Pixel 9a territory—a seriously competitive spot for what’s shaping up to be a near-flagship phone.

The Edge 70 will debut in Europe first, with India and the US expected to follow by December.

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The Moto X70 Air is scheduled to debut on Oct. 31 in China. Ahead of the launch, the phone is now available for pre-orders, revealing the variants and pricing of the device. For those who don’t know, the X70 Air is said to be a rebranded version of the Motorola Edge 70, which is slated for a global debut on Nov. 5. Here’s a look at the variants, price, and specifications of the X70 Air.

Moto X70 Air variants, price

The Moto X70 Air is now available for pre-orders on platforms such as Lenovo Mall and JD.com. The smartphone comes in two configurations: 12GB+256GB priced at 2,599 Yuan (~$365), and 12GB+512GB priced at 2,899 Yuan (~$410). Buyers can choose from Gadget Grey, Lily Pad, and Bronze Green color options, all of which are Pantone-validated to ensure accurate colour representation.

Moto X70 Air specifications

The Moto X70 Air features a 6.7-inch pOLED display with a 1.5K (1,220 x 2,712 pixels) resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 4,500 nits peak brightness. The Pantone-certified panel offers SGS eye-care protection and an in-display fingerprint sensor for seamless unlocking.

The X70 Air runs on Android 16 and is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset, coupled with LPDDR5x RAM and UFS 3.1 storage. To handle heat efficiently, it includes a 3D vapour chamber. The handset is backed by a 4,800mAh battery supporting 68W wired and 15W wireless charging.

On the camera front, it features a 50-megapixel Samsung S5KGNJ main sensor, a 50-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 50-megapixel front camera for selfies. Additional highlights include 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, NFC, GPS, OTG, and USB Type-C support.

The X70 Air is also IP68 and IP69 certified for water and dust resistance. Finally, as it is an ultra-thin phone, it measures 5.99mm in thickness and weigh around 159 grams.

As far as the Motorola Edge 70 is concerned, it is expected to cost between 710 euros and 810 euros in Europe.

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In 2025, you don’t need to shell out flagship-level cash for a phone that can shoot beautiful photos or record crisp 4K video. The sub-₹30,000 segment in India has exploded with options that bring optical image stabilization, telephoto zoom, high-resolution sensors, and even AI photography tools into the mainstream.

Whether you shoot for Instagram, vlog on the move, or just want reliable photos in every light, here are the best camera phones under ₹30,000 that punch way above their price tag.

Vivo V60e

Vivo V60e comes with a 200MP main camera featuring Samsung’s HP9 sensor and optical image stabilization. The rear setup also includes an 8MP ultra-wide camera, while the front houses a 50MP autofocus camera. The phone supports Aura Light and introduces India’s first AI Festival Portrait mode, which enhances low-light portraits.

The V60e features a 6.77-inch FHD+ curved AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 1900 nits peak brightness. It runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7360 Turbo chipset and ships with Android 15 and Funtouch OS 15. Vivo promises three major OS updates and five years of security support.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Motorola Edge 60 Pro

Motorola Edge 60 Pro comes with a triple camera system that includes a 50MP main sensor, a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with autofocus and macro support, and a 10MP 3x telephoto camera. The phone also offers a 50MP front camera and supports 4K video recording.

The Edge 60 Pro features a 6.7-inch 1.5K pOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 4500 nits. It runs Android 15 out of the box with Motorola’s AI tools and four years of security updates. The device uses the Dimensity 8350 Extreme SoC and includes MIL-STD-810H durability, IP68/IP69 water and dust resistance, and 90W fast charging.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 256GB

Nothing Phone (3a) Pro

Nothing has introduced the Phone (3a) Pro as its most affordable model with a 3x periscope telephoto camera. The rear setup also includes a 50MP main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide camera. The 50MP periscope lens offers up to 6x in-sensor zoom and 60x digital zoom. On the front, the phone includes a 50MP camera with 4K video support.

The Phone (3a) Pro features a 6.77-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 120Hz refresh rate and up to 3000 nits peak brightness. It runs on the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC and includes Nothing OS 3.1 based on Android 15. The phone supports 50W PD charging and includes the brand’s Glyph interface and Essential Key for AI-powered productivity features.

Price: ₹29,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Vivo T4 Pro

Vivo T4 Pro sports a dual 50MP rear camera system. It includes a main Sony IMX882 sensor with OIS and a 50MP 3x periscope telephoto camera with OIS. There is also a 2MP depth sensor and a 32MP front camera that supports 4K video recording.

The T4 Pro uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC and features a 6.77-inch curved AMOLED display with up to 5000 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone runs Android 15 and includes Funtouch OS 15. It offers four major Android updates and six years of security patches. The 6500mAh battery supports 90W fast charging.

Price: ₹27,999 for 8GB + 128GB

Realme 15 Pro 5G

Realme 15 Pro 5G comes with a dual 50MP rear camera setup. The main camera uses the Sony IMX896 sensor with OIS, and the ultra-wide lens features the OV50D sensor. The phone also includes a 50MP front camera, and all three support 4K video recording at up to 60fps.

The 15 Pro features a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display with up to 6500 nits peak brightness. It runs Android 15 with realme UI 6.0 and uses the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 processor. The phone includes a 7000mAh battery with 80W SuperVOOC charging and ships with Edit Genie voice-based editing features.

Price: ₹28,999 for 8GB + 128GB

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