Smartphones

The new motorola razr family is all about style

More than just performance

Published

April 25, 2025

Luigi Leonardo

The foldable segment is heating up once again. Starting off the year strong, motorola has launched the new razr family for 2025. With three models in the bag, the smartphone maker is staking its claim on two markets: lifestyle and AI.

Three new family members

The new razr lineup will have three different models, catering to all sorts of segments: the motorola razr, the razr+, and the razr ultra. All three models will have moto ai and Gemini.

First up, we have the motorola razr. For the first time in a flip phone, the base model will sport the MediaTek Dimensity 7400X, boasting 15 percent better AI performance compared to its predecessor. It also features a 3.6-inch external display for maximized information on-the-go.

For cameras, the base model has a 50-megapixel main camera paired with a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens and a MacroVision lens. Finally, it has a 4500mAh battery capable of going for an entire day.

Second, let’s take a look at the motorola razr+, which features the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 processor. Like the razr ultra, this model has a larger 4.0-inch screen.

The model’s camera system consists of a 50-megapixel camera and a 50-megapixel telephoto lens. It will have a smaller 4000mAh battery but can still get through a single day.

Finally, the motorola razr ultra features the best that the company can offer on a flip phone. It comes with the advanced 3nm Snapdragon 8 Elite Mobile Platform. It has the same 4.0-inch external display as the plus model, but it will also have a huge 7.0-inch pOLED screen.

The model’s cameras consist of three 50-megapixel cameras, including an ultra-wide lens and a SuperZoom one. It will come with a 4700mAh battery, capable of lasting for 36 hours.

All about style

The new razr family is more than just performance. It’s also a stylish fashion statement that’s designed to turn heads in a crowd.

Those who go for the razr can choose between a leather-like, a nylon-like, or an Acetate finish. They can also choose between four colors: PANTONE Gibraltar Sea, PANTONE Spring Bud, PANTONE Lightest Sky, and PANTONE Parfait Pink.

Meanwhile, the razr+ offers a leather-like finish. Users can choose between Midnight Blue, Hot Pink, and PANTONE Mocha Mousse.

Finally, the razr ultra is available in four finishes: satin-like, leather-like, Alcantara, and wood. Users can choose between PANTONE Scarab, PANTONE Mountain Trail, PANTONE Cabaret, and PANTONE Rio Red.

Price, availability

All three models will be available for pre-order starting May 7. They will go on sale starting May 15.

The motorola razr will cost US$ 699.99. The razr+ will cost US$ 999.99. Finally, the razr ultra costs US$ 1,299.99.

Deals

nubia expands gaming lineup with Neo 5 Max, Neo 5 GT Special Edition

Get them with freebies until August 8

Published

August 6, 2026

GadgetMatch

Mobile gamers are in for a treat as the newly-released nubia Neo 5 Max PadPhone, as well as the Neo 5 GT Special Edition, have special deals throughout the weekend.

This is as part of the “#NEOVerseMaxOut: Max Out Your World” campaign, with nubia offering the two new models under their popular Neo series.

Purchases until August 8 come with a free 3-month Viu Premium subscription, as well as up to PhP 7,999 worth of freebies.

Freebies include power banks, Bluetooth speakers, earbuds, portable fans, and more.

Both smartphones offer users more ways to enjoy immersive entertainment, gaming, and everyday productivity.

The recently-launched Neo 5 Max comes with a 7.5-inch display for more room for content consumption and gaming.

It also houses a 7,100mAh dual-cell battery for more power, specially in extended sessions, streaming marathons, or busy days.

The phone is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7100 chipset, along with more features like Dolby Atmos, Neo Triggers 5.0, RGB Eagle Eye Lighting, and IP64 dust and water resistance.

It is priced at PhP 19,999.

Meanwhile, the Neo 5 GT Special Edition brings together nubia’s most advanced gaming technologies.

At the heart of the device is the AquaCore Cooling System. This is the only liquid and air dual active cooling system in its class.

The handset comes with a 6.8-inch 1.5K 144Hz AMOLED display (SGS-certified Eye Care), a Dimensity 7400 processor, and up to 24GB of dynamic RAM.

Inside is a 6,210mAh battery with support for 80W charging. It has a similar 50MP camera as well as IP64 rating.

This variant is priced at PhP 26,999.

News

Google will force Android users to use Gemini next month

Google Assistant will be retired as well.

Published

August 6, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

What is Google’s voice assistant called? Technically, there are two possible answers: Google Assistant and Gemini. Despite Google’s push for Gemini, the ubiquitous Google Assistant is still a common option for most users. However, the company will soon take that choice away as the voice assistant will retire in favor of Gemini.

First reported by 9to5Google, Google has sent emails to users, declaring that Google Assistant will no longer be an option for Android users starting September 4. On that date, the company will slowly roll out an update to get rid of the assistant’s availability on device.

Google also makes it clear that Gemini will be “the assistant experience on Android” moving forward. If you’re used to Google Assistant to help you with handsfree use, you’ll have only one option soon. This also affects other peripherals including smartwatches and audio accessories.

Of course, there are a few exceptions. Devices that can’t support an AI-powered assistant like Gemini are mercifully spared of the forced transition. Likewise, devices in countries that don’t support the AI assistant are also saved.

Despite the tepid reception of AI today, Google remains adamant about pushing Gemini to more users, regardless of whether they want it or not. In fact, a forced move like this will likely inflate the numbers that more devices are using Google’s AI software than ever before, while conveniently hiding the fact that most users never really had much of a choice.

News

OnePlus officially leaves the United States and Canada

The brand’s smartphones are now sold out in the United States.

Published

August 5, 2026

Luigi Leonardo

Once upon a time, OnePlus used to be the darling child of smartphone users on a budget. For a more meager price than a flagship, users can enjoy flagship specs on a uniquely designed phone. Who can forget the iconic OnePlus One?

Unfortunately, prices have a way of catching up. Though the brand’s phones are still perfectly good, more options have already emerged as alternatives for a so-called flagship killer, including OnePlus co-founder Carl Pei’s Nothing.

Now, marking the brand’s next step, whatever that is, OnePlus has officially left the North American market. As of today, the company has sold its last smartphone in the United States and Canada. Going on the official OnePlus website will warrant a Sold Out sign for both the OnePlus 15 and 15R. If anything, users can still get a handful of earbuds and cases.

As with everything that sells out, if you really want to cop one of the last remaining models in America, you can grab one off a third-party retailer, but who knows until when that will last?

This isn’t just a stocking issue, either. In July, the company already confirmed that it is pulling out of the region starting this month. It’s a sign of internal restructuring happening inside OPPO and all the brands under its umbrella. There’s also a rumor that OnePlus was relegated to being a sub-brand of OPPO once again.