What’s happened? Shortly after releasing its iPhone Air contender in China, Motorola has brought the X70 Air to international markets.
- The global variant, called Motorola Edge 70, is now up for purchase in the UK for £700 (~$924).
- The device has a 5.99mm thin profile, making it marginally thicker than the iPhone Air and the Galaxy S25 Edge.
- It packs Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 SoC, 12GB of RAM, and 512GB of onboard storage, and features a 6.67-inch pOLED display that refreshes at 120Hz.
- Despite its slim chassis, the Edge 70 houses a sizeable 4,800mAh battery with 68W wired fast charging support and a dual camera setup consisting of 50MP main and ultrawide sensors. The phone also sports a 50MP selfie shooter.
Why is this important? The Motorola Edge 70 is the latest entrant in the slim phone race that offers buyers a more affordable alternative to Apple and Samsung’s offerings.
- It also addresses two of the main concerns users had with the iPhone Air and Galaxy S25 Edge by including a larger battery and solid camera hardware.
- By equipping the device with a mid-range Snapdragon chip, Motorola has made it more accessible to buyers who want a slim phone without spending the big bucks.
Why should I care? If you like the idea of a slim phone but can’t justify spending flagship money on the iPhone Air or Galaxy S25 Edge, the Edge 70 is a compelling alternative.
- Its 4,800mAh battery and fast 68W charging also help ease the battery anxiety often associated with slim phones.
- The dedicated ultrawide camera also makes it more appealing than the iPhone Air, which only features a single rear camera despite its hefty price.
What’s next? You can purchase the Motorola Edge 70 in the UK through the company’s website. The device comes in a single 12GB/512GB configuration in two colorways: Pantone Lily Pad and Pantone Bronze Green. It’s also available in a few European markets for €800 (~$929). Motorola has yet to share details regarding US availability and pricing.
