- Incredibly Thin & Lightweight: The Motorola Edge 70 measures just 5.99mm thin and weighs 159g, making it nearly as slim as Apple’s iPhone Air (5.6mm) and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge (5.8mm) while being lighter than both [1].
- Big Battery in a Slim Frame: It defies the usual thin-phone compromises by cramming in a 4,800 mAh silicon-carbon battery, far larger than the iPhone Air’s 3,149 mAh or S25 Edge’s 3,900 mAh cells [2]. This yields strong battery life – reviewers report it easily lasts well into a second day of use [3] – and supports 68W fast charging (plus 15W wireless) for quick top-ups [4] [5].
- Mid-Range Power: Powered by a Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset with 12 GB of RAM, the Edge 70 is a mid-range performer – not a flagship processor like its Apple and Samsung rivals, but “no slouch” for everyday tasks [6]. It launches with the latest Android 16 on board and Motorola’s UI, with 4 years of OS updates promised (security updates into 2031) [7].
- Dual-Camera Setup: Despite appearances, the Edge 70 has only two rear cameras – a 50 MP main (with OIS) and a 50 MP ultrawide – plus a 50 MP selfie camera, with a light sensor posing as a third rear lens [8] [9]. There’s no telephoto lens (a trade-off for the slim design), but unlike Apple’s iPhone Air, Motorola did include an ultrawide camera [10] for added versatility.
- Premium Build & Durability: The phone uses an aircraft-grade aluminum frame with Gorilla Glass 7i on the display and a textured “nylon-inspired” silicone back, achieving MIL-STD-810H durability testing and an IP68/IP69 water resistance rating [11] [12]. (Notably, neither the iPhone Air nor S25 Edge boast the tougher IP69 certification [13].) Despite its thinness, the Edge 70 feels sturdy, not fragile, in hand.
- Aggressive Pricing (No US Release): The Edge 70 launches in Europe at £699 / €799 (≈$920) for a 12GB+512GB model – a notably lower price than the iPhone Air (£999) or Galaxy S25 Edge (£1,099) [14]. Early UK buyers can get an astounding launch promo: £250 off (bringing it to ~£450) plus free Moto earbuds, smartwatch, and item tracker – “pretty much the best tech deal you’ll find this side of Black Friday,” according to TechRadar [15] [16]. (Motorola confirms no U.S. release for the Edge 70, so American fans may be out of luck [17].)
The Ultra-Thin Phone Wars of 2025
It’s “the Year of the Thin Phone,” as TechRadar quips [18]. Earlier in 2025 we saw Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge (launched in May) and Apple’s iPhone Air (in September) enter the ultra-slim race [19]. These devices wowed with record-thin profiles but demanded steep compromises – notably tiny batteries and sky-high prices. Consumer response has been lukewarm: Samsung’s S25 Edge sold so poorly that the company is reportedly axing its “Edge” variant next year, and analysts say the iPhone Air’s sales have been abysmal despite the buzz [20].
Now Motorola has jumped into the fray with the Edge 70 – known as the Moto X70 Air in China [21] – and it’s taking a different approach. Instead of a stratospheric flagship, Motorola is offering a mid-range ultra-thin phone that addresses some of Apple and Samsung’s missteps. The Edge 70 is slightly thicker than its rivals by a mere fraction of a millimeter, but Motorola used that extra sliver of space (and some clever tech) to tackle the two biggest pain points of skinny phones: battery life and durability [22]. The result is a device that one reviewer calls “the blueprint for future thin phones” [23] – a super-slim handset that doesn’t force you to sacrifice battery longevity or build quality the way earlier models did.
Importantly, the Edge 70 comes at a much lower price than the iPhone Air or S25 Edge, making the ultra-thin concept more accessible to mainstream buyers. As an Android Police editor put it, Motorola seems poised to “do thin right” – delivering just enough performance and battery focus at a reasonable cost – such that some would choose it over Samsung’s or Apple’s thin offerings. The stage is set to see if this balanced formula can succeed where pricier thin phones struggled.
Design & Build: Slim, Stylish, and Strong
In terms of design, the Motorola Edge 70 truly lives up to its name – it pushes the edge of how thin a smartphone can be. At 5.99 mm thick, it’s nearly wafer-like (for context, it’s roughly the thickness of six credit cards stacked together [24]). Motorola’s own “Impossibly thin” marketing slogan isn’t hyperbole – the Edge 70 is one of the slimmest smartphones ever, barely a hair thicker than the iPhone Air (5.6 mm) and Galaxy S25 Edge (5.8 mm). You certainly notice the difference in hand: at 159 grams, the Edge 70 feels almost weightless, 20g lighter than even last year’s Moto Edge 60, and lighter than its Apple and Samsung rivals [25] [26]. As one reviewer noted, “I marvel every time I pick it up, that it can be so thin, so light, so comfortable in the hand” [27].
Crucially, Motorola achieved this thinness without making the phone feel flimsy. The Edge 70’s chassis is built from aircraft-grade aluminum, with the front protected by Gorilla Glass 7i [28]. The back panel isn’t the usual glossy glass; instead it has a “nylon-inspired” textured silicone finish [29]. This not only keeps the device slim and light, but also adds grip and hides fingerprints nicely [30]. The overall aesthetic is sleek yet practical – the camera module does protrude (it almost doubles the phone’s thickness at that spot), but it’s smoothly tapered into the body so as not to snag [31].
Despite being ultra-thin, the Edge 70 is impressively tough. Motorola claims the device passes MIL-STD-810H torture tests for drops, vibration, and extreme environments [32]. It’s also rated IP68 and IP69 for dust/water resistance [33] – meaning it can handle full submersion and high-pressure water jets. (For comparison, the iPhone Air and S25 Edge lack the IP69 high-pressure rating [34], underscoring Motorola’s durability focus.) No phone is indestructible, of course – the Edge 70’s screen is still glass, and lacking the ceramic-hardened glass used on some rivals, it isn’t immune to cracks [35]. But with no fragile glass back to worry about (unlike the all-glass designs of Apple and Samsung’s thin phones), owners can feel a bit more confident using the Edge 70 without a bulky case [36]. Overall, Motorola has proved that “slim” doesn’t have to mean “delicate.”
The Edge 70 also sports some thoughtful design touches. It comes in three eye-catching, Pantone-certified color options – Bronze Green, Lily Pad (pastel green), and Gadget Grey – each with the official Pantone swatch printed on the rear for a trendy flair [37] [38]. The left side of the phone even has a dedicated AI shortcut button accented in blue, adding a bit of character and hinting at Motorola’s software features [39] [40]. And in a welcome throwback, Motorola somehow retained a 3.5mm headphone jack on this slim frame [41] – a feature practically extinct on high-end phones – which will please wired audio fans. All told, the Edge 70’s design manages to feel premium and “luxe” in the hand [42], belying the fact that it costs substantially less than the ultra-thin flagships it’s gunning for.
Display & Performance: Sharp Screen, Sensible Specs
The Edge 70 may be slim, but it doesn’t skimp on the screen. Up front you get a large 6.67-inch pOLED display (Motorola calls it AMOLED in some marketing) with a crisp 1.5K resolution (2712×1220) and a smooth 120 Hz adaptive refresh rate [43]. This panel is bright and vibrant – it can reach a blinding 4,500 nits peak brightness for HDR highlights [44], one of the highest brightness ratings on any phone (for comparison, even the latest iPhone Pro Max peaks around 2,000–2,500 nits). The display supports HDR10+ and has color calibration validated by Pantone, so images and videos look punchy and accurate [45]. In short, you’re not sacrificing a quality viewing experience for the sake of thinness – the Edge 70’s screen holds its own against much pricier devices.
Under the hood, Motorola took a pragmatic approach to performance. Instead of using a power-hungry flagship processor (which would generate more heat and strain battery life in a tiny chassis), the Edge 70 is equipped with Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip – an upper-midrange SoC launched in mid-2025 [46]. Paired with a generous 12 GB of fast LPDDR5X RAM, this chipset ensures the phone runs smoothly for everyday tasks, multitasking, and even some gaming. It’s not as bleeding-edge fast as the chips in the iPhone Air (Apple A17) or Galaxy S25 Edge (Snapdragon 8 Gen series), but in use it holds up well. TechRadar notes the Edge 70 is “no performance slouch” despite its mid-range silicon [47], and The Verge found it “plenty of power for most people” – only hardcore 3D gamers are likely to notice the difference in benchmark bragging rights [48]. On paper the Edge 70’s chipset is less muscular than other ~$900 phones, but for the target audience (and for battery longevity), Motorola’s choice strikes a smart balance [49].
The phone comes with 512 GB of internal storage standard (UFS storage, though exact specs aren’t stated), which is double what some competitors base models offer at this price. There’s no microSD slot (common on Moto mid-rangers but likely dropped here to save space), so that 512 GB will have to suffice for your apps and media. Notably, the Edge 70’s Chinese twin (X70 Air) has a 256 GB variant, but internationally Motorola is only selling the higher-spec 512 GB model [50] – perhaps to position it as a value against the pricier 256 GB iPhone/Samsung options.
In day-to-day use, early impressions indicate the Edge 70 feels snappy and responsive. Scrolling is fluid thanks to the 120Hz display, and Android 16 is well-optimized. Benchmark figures haven’t been widely reported yet (full reviews are still coming), but there’s no indication of any sluggishness in the UI. Thermal management also benefits from the efficient chip and the phone’s design – with a mid-tier SoC and no ultra-tight waterproofing glue (it has proper seals for IP68, but not a fully sealed unibody like some phones), the Edge 70 seems to avoid the heat buildup that can throttle performance on ultra-thin devices. Overall, while power users might wish for a top-tier processor, the majority of buyers will find the Edge 70’s performance more than adequate, especially given the trade-offs Motorola avoided by not going with a hotter, more power-draining chip.
Battery Life: Solving the Thin-Phone Dilemma
Perhaps the most impressive feat of the Motorola Edge 70 – and its biggest advantage over Apple and Samsung’s skinny phones – is its battery. Ultra-thin phones of the past have invariably suffered from poor battery life (a necessary evil when you’re shaving every millimeter off). But Motorola tackled this head-on by using a new silicon-carbon battery technology that allows higher energy density. The Edge 70 manages to fit a 4,800 mAh battery into its slim shell [51] – “as big as many flagships’” batteries, The Verge notes [52]. In fact, it dwarfs the batteries of its direct thin-phone competitors: Apple’s iPhone Air has a paltry ~3,149 mAh cell, and Samsung’s S25 Edge around 3,900 mAh [53]. Those devices force buyers to give up a lot of endurance for thinness, but “Motorola’s does not” [54]. As one reviewer put it, the Edge 70’s beefier battery “fixes the single biggest fear” people have about ultra-thin phones – needing to reach for a charger constantly [55].
In real-world terms, the Edge 70 achieves excellent battery life for its class. Motorola advertises up to “50 hours” on a charge with mixed use [56] (likely in a best-case scenario). While that claim should be taken with a grain of salt [57], early tests indicate the Edge 70 easily lasts a full day and then some. The Verge found it “breezing past” the iPhone Air’s so-called “all-day battery life” – the Edge 70 could last well into a second day of typical use before needing a recharge [58]. Heavy users will find it difficult to kill the battery in one day [59], which is a huge improvement over the one-charge-per-afternoon experience some had with the iPhone Air. In short, Motorola achieved what many thought impossible: a truly thin phone with genuinely good battery life.
Charging is another strong point. The Edge 70 supports 68W TurboPower fast charging over USB-C, which can deliver hours of use from just a 15-minute top-up [60]. A full charge should take on the order of 40–45 minutes based on that wattage (we’ll await exact test numbers). For convenience, the phone also offers 15W wireless charging – something even many flagship Motos have lacked until recently. It doesn’t have the latest Qi2 magnetic wireless standard built-in, but Motorola includes a magnetic wireless charging case in some regions (EMEA) that lets it snap onto Qi2 chargers [61]. This is a nice perk, essentially giving you MagSafe-like capability as an optional add-on. Between the fast wired charging and wireless support, keeping the Edge 70 juiced up should be painless.
Motorola’s strategy of using a silicon-anode battery (likely similar to tech used by Oppo and others this year) paid off: they fit a “regular-sized” battery into an “unusually thin phone” [62]. This could set a precedent. Experts suggest that adopting silicon-carbon batteries may be what’s required for the next generation of ultra-thin devices – even Apple might need to follow suit to improve the iPhone Air 2’s endurance [63]. For now, the Edge 70 stands out as the battery champion of the super-slim class, turning a former weakness into a selling point.
Cameras: Decent Shots, But No Telephoto
On the camera front, the Motorola Edge 70 delivers solid, if not class-leading, performance – about what you’d expect from a well-equipped mid-range phone. The device is marketed with “three 50MP cameras,” but in reality it has a dual-camera setup on the rear (each 50 megapixels) and a 50MP front camera. The rear system consists of a 50 MP main wide camera (24mm equivalent, f/1.8 aperture) with optical image stabilization, and a 50 MP ultra-wide camera (13mm equivalent, f/2.0) that also doubles for macro shots [64] [65]. These cover your standard shooting needs from normal to wide-angle. There is no telephoto lens here – what looks like a third camera on the back is actually just a 3-in-1 ambient light and color sensor to assist the cameras [66] [67]. This means zooming is purely digital beyond 1×, though Motorola does offer a software “30× Super Zoom” (digital) and a portrait mode that simulates 35mm/50mm focal lengths [68]. Given that last year’s thicker Edge 60 had a telephoto, some may miss that hardware, but Motorola clearly prioritized thinness and battery over a zoom lens.
In practice, the Edge 70’s main camera is capable of good shots – you get high-resolution images with plenty of detail in favorable lighting. It even does reasonably well in dimmer conditions thanks to OIS and presumably some pixel-binning magic (50MP likely bins to 12.5MP for better light capture). A reviewer found the main camera “isn’t bad, even doing a decent job in dim conditions,” though extremely challenging scenes (like nighttime sports under bright lights) can still trip it up [69]. The ultrawide camera lets you capture expansive scenes and also handle macro duties for close-ups – a welcome inclusion especially since Apple’s iPhone Air omitted an ultrawide camera entirely to save space [70]. That means the Edge 70 actually offers more shooting flexibility out-of-the-box than the iPhone Air, despite costing less. On the front, a 50 MP selfie camera ensures you can take detailed selfies; it has a wide field of view and an f/2.0 lens, and it benefits from Motorola’s AI tuning for things like portrait mode and face beauty (if that’s your thing).
Image processing on Motorola phones tends to be a tad behind Google/Apple standards, and on the Edge 70 we see typical mid-range behavior. Colors are vibrant (perhaps “wildly oversaturated” at times, as one review noted) [71], which can make shots look punchy if not always true-to-life. Dynamic range is generally good in daylight. In low light, the lack of a larger sensor or advanced night mode means you’ll get usable but not exceptional results – again, par for this class. Overall, camera quality is comparable to mainstream mid-range phones: you won’t get the periscope zoom or magic computational tricks of a flagship, but you can still capture your everyday moments with clarity. It’s a fair compromise to make the phone so thin. And for those who do want a telephoto lens or more camera prowess at a similar price, there are alternatives (Samsung’s own Galaxy S25 FE or Xiaomi’s 15T Pro, for instance, offer telephoto lenses for less money, as The Verge points out [72]).
In summary, the Edge 70’s cameras won’t wow a professional photographer, but they’re perfectly fine for social media and casual use – and it’s notable that Motorola managed to include both wide and ultrawide modules without a camera bump that overtakes the slim design. Just don’t expect this phone to beat an iPhone Pro or Google Pixel in a photography contest; camera hardware was one area Motorola was willing to dial back in order to nail the form factor and battery life priorities.
Software: Android 16 with a Side of Bloat
Out of the box, the Edge 70 runs Android 16 (the latest Android version as of late 2025) with Motorola’s lightly customized UX. Motorola has a pretty good track record of keeping the core Android experience clean and close to “stock,” while adding some useful enhancements. On the Edge 70, the company is debuting a suite of “Moto AI” features that leverage on-device artificial intelligence for things like camera scene detection, personalized settings, and text assistance [73] [74]. There’s even that physical AI shortcut key on the phone, which by default triggers a hub for these AI tricks [75]. It’s an interesting addition aimed at making new features easily accessible.
Motorola is committing to four major Android OS updates for the Edge 70 (through Android 20) and security updates until June 2031 [76]. That’s about 5.5 years of security support, which is quite good and on par with Google’s Pixel promises. However, some competitors are now offering 5+ years of OS updates (Samsung promises 4 OS + 5 security years on many models, and Apple typically supports iPhones well over 5 years). So while 4 OS updates is decent, it’s not class-leading – a nod to the Edge 70’s mid-range positioning. Still, buyers can expect this phone to be kept reasonably up-to-date into the late 2020s.
One controversial aspect of the Edge 70’s software isn’t the OS or updates, but the pre-installed bloatware and ads. Unfortunately, Motorola (perhaps to subsidize costs) has loaded the Edge 70 with a lot of preloaded apps and promotional content – more than you’d normally see on a $699+ device. Reviewers counted at least 14 Motorola-branded apps (beyond the standard Google apps) plus pre-installs like Candy Crush Saga, Monopoly Go, Pinterest, and even Microsoft’s Copilot assistant [77]. Worse, the interface contains ads: the app drawer’s top slot is a “Games” folder that’s actually a billboard suggesting more apps to download, and the lock screen can serve up “Experience” content that is essentially an ad in disguise [78] [79]. The Verge flatly stated that “no phone – hell, no phone – should ship packed to the rafters with ads and bloatware” at this price [80], singling out the Edge 70 for stuffing an otherwise nice handset with unnecessary clutter.
This is a disappointing downside of the device. Motorola’s software was once celebrated for being clean and near-stock Android (the days of the Moto X and G series). But under Lenovo’s ownership and in certain markets, Motorola has increasingly added sponsored apps and “Moto Alerts” that are essentially ads. On the Edge 70, it appears particularly egregious. The hope is that some of these can be uninstalled or disabled, but it will annoy users right out of the box. It’s an odd trade-off: Motorola nailed the hardware engineering, only to falter a bit on the software polish by chasing ad dollars. If you value a pristine software experience, be aware you might need to do some app cleanup on the Edge 70 when you first set it up.
Aside from the bloat, the Android 16 experience on the Edge 70 should be quite good. Motorola’s useful features like Moto Actions (gestures to turn on flashlight or camera), Peek Display notifications, and the Ready For desktop-style interface are likely included. And thanks to that Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chip, all the AI features (like the new on-device assistant or camera enhancements) run smoothly without relying on cloud processing. The phone is also eSIM capable (with dual SIM support) and has the latest connectivity standards like 5G, Wi-Fi 7, and Bluetooth 5.x, as expected for a 2025 release. So day-to-day, the Edge 70’s software and features should satisfy – just be prepared to ignore or remove some preloads for the cleanest experience.
Price, Value & Availability
One of the Motorola Edge 70’s biggest selling points is its aggressive pricing relative to other ultra-thin phones. In the UK, the Edge 70 is launching at £699.99 (and €799 in Euro markets) for the lone configuration of 12 GB RAM and 512 GB storage [81] [82]. That’s not exactly “budget phone” territory, but it undercuts its slim competitors significantly – the iPhone Air starts at £999 (€1,149 in Europe) and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge at £1,099 (~€1,299) for their base models [83]. In other words, Motorola is offering a device in the same niche (ultra-thin, premium design) for a few hundred pounds/euros less. Yes, the Edge 70 has a mid-range processor and no telephoto camera to hit that price, but for many consumers those trade-offs are acceptable if it means saving 30%+ off the cost.
Moreover, Motorola is sweetening the deal further with eye-popping launch promotions – at least in the UK. From November 5 (official release date) through November 18, early buyers can take a Motorola online quiz to receive a £250 e-coupon discount [84]. That slashes the price to about £449. For context, £449 is what you’d pay for a Google Pixel 9a – a far less powerful device – so this instantly makes the Edge 70 a steal. But Motorola didn’t stop there: those first adopters will also get a bundle of free accessories: a Moto Watch Fit smartwatch, Moto Buds Loop wireless earbuds, a Moto Tag Bluetooth tracker, and a 68W TurboPower charger (since some regions may not include the fast charger in-box) [85] [86]. Collectively, that grab-bag of goodies is worth about £275 if purchased separately [87]. Motorola even lets you add a year of screen damage protection for just £1 during this promo [88]. All told, when you add up the discounts and freebies, UK customers are getting roughly £995 worth of product for £450 – which TechRadar aptly calls “pretty much the best tech deal you’ll find” short of an outright Black Friday miracle [89] [90]. It’s an astonishing value play that signals how serious Motorola is about jump-starting this phone’s adoption.
It’s worth noting these deals may vary by region (Europe likely sees similar freebies, while other markets might not). Also, such deep discounts are probably limited-time; after the promo window, the Edge 70 will go back to its still-fair £699/€799 price. Even at full price, though, it dramatically undercuts the thin-phone competition and even challenges some conventional flagships on price. For example, £699 in late 2025 might buy you an upper-midrange device like a OnePlus 13 or an older flagship, but none of those are ultra-thin niche models. Motorola is basically in a league of its own on pricing for this form factor.
Now for the bad news: U.S. availability is non-existent – at least for now. Motorola’s head of product marketing confirmed that the Edge 70 “will not be a US device.” [91] The company often skips releasing certain models in North America, or rebadges them later. There is speculation that the Edge 70 or its tech could appear stateside under a different name (perhaps a Moto Edge+ variant or a carrier exclusive), but American buyers shouldn’t hold their breath. As one reviewer noted, historically when Motorola makes a niche device like this, “US audiences should expect it later under a different name, or not at all.” [92] So far, there’s no concrete evidence it will come to the US. This means the Edge 70 is primarily targeting Europe and possibly parts of Asia. If you’re in the US and keen on this phone, importing is an option, though 5G band compatibility and warranty support would be concerns.
In the markets where it’s sold, however, the Edge 70 is poised to be a “best value” pick in its design category [93]. It brings high-end style and some flagship-level features (display, battery tech, build quality) at a mid-range price. Motorola is clearly using price as a weapon to carve out a niche against Apple and Samsung’s thin phones, which have struggled partly due to their premium cost. By lowering the barrier to entry, Motorola might attract curious buyers who were intrigued by the idea of an ultra-thin phone but couldn’t justify spending $1000+ on one.
Expert Reactions & Final Thoughts
Early reactions to the Motorola Edge 70 from tech experts and reviewers have been largely positive, especially regarding Motorola’s ability to balance the thin design with practical usability. Dominic Preston of The Verge admitted he had been a thin-phone skeptic (fearing the usual trade-offs in battery and durability), but says “the Motorola Edge 70 may have made me a convert.” [94] He calls it a blueprint for where super-slim phones should go: maintaining a big battery and tough build, even if it means using a midrange chip and simpler cameras [95]. In his review, Preston concludes that as he looks ahead to the future of this form factor, “Motorola’s phone feels like a better blueprint than Apple’s,” showing that a silicon-carbon battery and a focus on fundamentals can “make more sense” than Apple’s ultra-thin approach [96].
Axel Metz at TechRadar likewise praises the Edge 70 as “a great-value mid-ranger with flagship trimmings,” saying it “might just be the best-value handset in its design category” so far [97] [98]. TechRadar highlighted the incredible launch deal, essentially declaring the phone a no-brainer for early adopters given the hundreds in savings and extras [99]. The sentiment across many outlets is that Motorola is doing something refreshing here – taking on the giants by outmaneuvering them on price and battery life rather than trying to out-spec them.
That’s not to say the Edge 70 is perfect. Reviewers have pointed out its limitations: the cameras, while decent, are a step down from true flagships; the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4, though sufficient, means the phone isn’t as future-proof for heavy 3D gaming or computational photography; and Motorola’s software bloat/ads have drawn heavy criticism [100]. There’s also the question of whether ultra-thin phones actually have a strong market demand. Ilia Temelkov of PhoneArena remains skeptical, noting that slim phones “sound great on paper, but apparently are a tough sell for consumers.” [101] After all, both the iPhone Air and S25 Edge have seen underwhelming sales, suggesting that many users still prefer a more standard thickness if it means more features or battery. Temelkov writes that if Motorola has “found the sweet spot of compromise, the Edge 70 may have a chance for success. However, I’m still skeptical about the future of all ultra-slim smartphones.” [102] In other words, the Edge 70 might be a make-or-break test of whether the ultra-thin concept can thrive beyond a niche.
In the end, the Motorola Edge 70 represents a bold attempt to revitalize the ultra-thin phone category by fixing some of its biggest flaws. It brings you a slice of 2025’s cutting-edge design – that jaw-droppingly slim profile – without making you charge twice a day or empty your wallet. For consumers who have been enticed by the elegance of phones like the iPhone Air but hesitant about their compromises, the Edge 70 offers a very compelling alternative. As one Android Police writer summarized, Motorola is delivering “just enough performance,” making battery life a priority, and “picking up a thin phone without breaking the bank.” This strategy could indeed persuade buyers to pick the Edge 70 over Samsung’s or Apple’s pricier ultra-thin options.
Whether the Edge 70 becomes a hit may depend on how many people truly want the thinnest phone possible. It’s still somewhat of a niche ambition. But at least now that niche doesn’t require major sacrifices. Motorola has shown that an ultra-thin phone can be done in a way that’s practical for everyday users. If it succeeds, we might see a second generation – perhaps an Edge 80? – and competitors responding with bigger batteries in their next slim models. If it flops, then the Edge 70 might be remembered as a last hurrah for the ultra-thin experiment. Either way, it has already made an impact by challenging the status quo. For now, the Edge 70 stands as “the affordable thin phone you’ve been waiting for,” as one headline put it, and it’s carving out a meaningful spot in the 2025 phone landscape [103].
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