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| The Edge 70 Fusion is rumoured launch in four shades of blue and green with IP69 certification, Edge 70 pictured. |
If you thought smartphone battery wars were over, think again. A fresh leak has given us our first real look at what appears to be Motorola’s upcoming powerhouse—the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion—and it’s shaping up to be a marathon runner in a world of sprinters.
The news comes from renowned and reliable leaker Evan Blass, who has shared key specifications that suggest Motorola is preparing a direct successor to last year’s popular Edge 60 Fusion. This move would complete the Edge 70 series lineup, sitting between the ultra-slim standard Edge 70 and the ultra-premium Motorola Signature (formerly rumored as the Edge 70 Ultra).
A Shift in Philosophy: From Slim to Substantial
The most striking detail from the leak is the purported battery capacity. According to Blass, the Edge 70 Fusion will pack a colossal 7,000 mAh battery. This marks a dramatic departure from the design ethos of the standard Edge 70, which prioritized being one of the slimmest phones on the market.
Such a large power cell would be impossible in a sub-7mm chassis, even with advanced silicon-carbon technology. This clearly signals that for the Fusion model, Motorola is prioritizing endurance over extreme slimness, a trade-off many power users will gladly accept.
Power Under the Hood: Performance and Display
While the battery is a headline-grabber, the leaked specs suggest a mix of current-gen and previous-generation components. The phone is said to be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset, paired with either 8GB or 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. This positions it firmly in the competitive mid-range performance bracket.
The display, however, sounds thoroughly modern. Blass reports a 6.78-inch AMOLED panel with a 1.5K resolution, a blistering 144Hz refresh rate for smooth scrolling, and a peak brightness that could reach up to 5,200 nits—making it easily viewable in direct sunlight. Protection is rumored to come from the latest Corning Gorilla Glass 7i.
For the source of this leak, you can view Evan Blass's post on X here: https://x.com/evleaks/status/2013437370830406123
Camera and Design Details
Imaging capabilities are said to include a 50MP primary rear camera and a 32MP front-facing selfie shooter. The design language is described as featuring a quad-curved display and unique back panels with a “nylon and linen-inspired” finish, which could offer both visual appeal and a comfortable, grippy texture.
The Software Catch
There is one potential point of contention for long-term users. Blass also notes that Motorola plans to limit the Edge 70 Fusion to just three major Android OS upgrades. While becoming more common in the mid-range segment, this policy is increasingly a key differentiator for buyers who like to keep their devices for several years.
What This Means for Buyers
If the leaks hold true, the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion is shaping up to be a battery-life champion with a fantastic display, aiming squarely at users who value all-day (and likely multi-day) endurance above all else. It would fill the gap left by the Edge 60 Fusion, which you can still find on sites like Amazon, offering a clear upgrade path for those fans.
No release date or pricing has been hinted at yet. But with leaks now flowing, an official announcement from Motorola could be just around the corner. For anyone tired of charging their phone by dinner time, the Edge 70 Fusion might just be the next device to watch.
Source: Evan Blass (@evleaks)