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After a short delay that had foldable fans hitting refresh every few hours, Motorola has finally unleashed its first book-style foldable smartphone onto the international stage. Meet the Razr Fold – a direct rival to Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 – and it’s already turning heads with an eye-watering discount and a sackful of free accessories.
Yes, you read that right. The device landed a few days behind schedule, but Motorola isn’t wasting any time winning over early adopters. If you’ve been waiting for a large-screen foldable that doesn’t ask you to sell a kidney, the Razr Fold’s launch promotion might just be your perfect moment.
Let’s unpack everything you need to know – from beastly specs to that jaw-dropping pre-order deal.
Better Late Than Never: A Foldable Worth the Wait
Motorola isn’t exactly a newcomer to folding phones – the Razr series has owned the clamshell space for years. But the Razr Fold marks the company’s first true entry into the book-style category, competing directly with the Z Fold7, OnePlus Open 2, and Google Pixel Fold 2.
And the specs? They’re nothing short of flagship-killer material.
Under the hood, the Razr Fold packs a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset – the same silicon powering 2026’s most premium Android devices. That’s paired with 16 GB of RAM and 512 GB of storage, so multitasking across that massive inner display feels buttery smooth.
Speaking of displays: you get an 8.09-inch LTPO pOLED main screen (when unfolded) and a 6.56-inch LTPO pOLED cover display for when you’re on the go. Both panels are bright, colour-accurate, and sip power thanks to LTPO tech.
Camera, Battery, and That Curious IP49 Rating
Photography lovers, take note. The Razr Fold sports a triple 50 MP rear camera array – primary, telephoto, and ultra-wide-angle – so you’re covered from wide landscapes to zoomed-in portraits. Selfie fans get a 20 MP cover camera (for quick snaps while folded) and a 32 MP internal selfie camera hidden under the main display.
Battery life is where Motorola has gone all out. A 6,000 mAh silicon carbon battery keeps the lights on, and when you do need to juice up, you’ve got 80 W wired charging (0 to full in around 30 minutes) and 50 W wireless charging. No more hunting for a socket halfway through the day.
Now, about that IP49 certification – yes, you read that right too. While most foldables settle for IPX8, Motorola claims the Razr Fold is built to withstand not just water but also dust and sand. It’s an unusual rating, but for a device that costs this much, extra peace of mind is never a bad thing.
The phone measures 160 x 73.6 x 9.89 mm when folded (or a razor-thin 4.55 mm unfolded) and weighs 243 g – that’s lighter than the Z Fold7 by a noticeable margin.
Motorola also promises security updates until March 2030. OS update commitment is vaguer – they’ll guarantee at least Android 16, but beyond that? “No guarantee” is the official line. Still, four years of security patches is solid for a foldable.
The Discount You Didn’t Expect (With Freebies!)
Here’s where things get seriously interesting.
The Razr Fold officially retails at £1,799 in the UK and €1,748 in the Eurozone – that’s already cheaper than Samsung’s equivalent model. But Motorola has thrown caution to the wind and slashed £250 / €250 off the price until May 3.
That brings the cost down to £1,579 / €1,498. And that’s not all. Every discounted purchase also includes:
- A stylus (perfect for that big 8-inch canvas)
- A Moto Watch (Motorola’s fitness tracker)
- A pair of Moto Buds Loop wireless earbuds
If you’re looking for even more value, check out this great accessory bundle on Amazon – it pairs beautifully with the Razr Fold for travel or productivity.
In other words: you’re getting a flagship foldable, a smartwatch, premium earbuds, and a stylus for less than the price of a barebones Z Fold7. That’s the kind of launch promotion that makes early adopters feel like geniuses.
Pre-Order Dates and FIFA World Cup 26 Madness
Pre-orders for the Razr Fold open immediately, but shipping begins on May 6. That gives you just a few days to decide before the discount expires.
Choose between two classy finishes: Blackened Blue or Lily White. Both look stunning in person – the blue shifts between midnight and navy depending on the light, while the white stays crisp and clean.
But if you’re feeling really adventurous, Motorola is offering a FIFA World Cup 26 Collection edition. For £2,199 / €2,389.99 you get the Razr Fold plus two tickets to a World Cup 26 match (exact games TBD). It’s a niche package, but for football fans who also love bleeding-edge tech, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime combo.
Where to Buy and Final Thoughts
You can grab the Razr Fold directly from Motorola’s regional websites. We’ve linked each one below so you can check local pricing and availability:
Remember: the £250/€250 discount plus free accessories vanish after May 3. Pre-orders start shipping May 6, so if you want to be among the first to wield Motorola’s book-style foldable, your window is small.
Is the Razr Fold perfect? No foldable is. The OS update policy could be clearer, and IP49 is unconventional. But for a first-gen book-style device, Motorola has delivered flagship specs, class-leading battery life, and a launch promotion that undercuts the competition by hundreds.
If you’ve been on the fence about foldables, this discount might be the push you need. Just don’t blink – May 3 comes faster than you think.
Sources: Motorola France, Germany, Italy, Spain & UK official press materials.
