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Motorola is ready to fill the gap OnePlus left behind
9to5Google • • technology
Key Points:
- Motorola is preparing to launch the Signature 27, its first major flagship device in some time, featuring a powerful Snapdragon chip, advanced cameras, and a rumored large battery, aiming to fill the gap left by OnePlus in the US market.
- While Motorola's hardware specs are impressive, early pricing leaks suggest the Signature 27 will be a premium-priced device, moving away from OnePlus's legacy of offering top-tier specs at lower price points.
- Software update support remains a concern for Motorola, though the company is improving with commitments to longer update periods, but still has a weaker track record compared to competitors.
- Other tech news highlights include Apple facing manufacturing issues with the iPhone Duo's folding screen, Google's announcement of the advanced Gemini 4 Carbon AI model, and the release of Fitbit's new Edge tracker, which offers notable upgrades but occupies a middle ground in the product lineup.
