We have spotted a new Motorola design patent published on the WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organisation) website, which appears to reveal a foldable phone design that could belong to the next Motorola Razr.
The images included in the filing show a clamshell-style smartphone, closely resembling the company’s current Razr lineup. While the patent doesn’t disclose any specifications or hardware details, it focuses entirely on the exterior design, showcasing the device from multiple angles, including the front, back, sides, top, bottom, and folded positions.
From the illustrations, the device appears to feature a vertical triple-camera setup positioned on one side of the panel, alongside a circular cover. This layout blends the familiar Razr look with a few noticeable changes. The design suggests Motorola may be refining its foldable aesthetic while keeping its signature compact form factor.
How This Design Could Fit Into the Razr Lineup
If this design turns out to be real, it would represent a massive departure from the current Razr’s design. However, it seems unlikely that Motorola would make such a drastic change on its main Razr device, which already features one of the best bezel-less cover displays on the market. Its rival, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip, also sports a square cover display, making the current Razr design competitive.
This new design could instead be positioned alongside the main Razr as an alternative model.
Motorola Razr Launch Timeline
Typically, Motorola launches new Razr smartphones in the late spring to early summer months. Recent models have followed a pattern of global announcements in April, with India receiving them in May or June. For example, the Motorola Razr 60 series was announced globally in April 2025 and launched in India by late May. The foldable Razr lineup has consistently targeted this window for new releases since 2020.
Foldable Phones in India: Market Context
In India, clamshell flip smartphones remain a niche but aspirational category, appealing to fashion-conscious buyers and those nostalgic for classic flip designs. While global foldable shipments are growing, the Indian market has seen a sharp decline in foldable phone sales, down 47% in 2024 and another 20% in early 2025. Foldables now make up less than 0.5% of overall smartphone sales due to high prices and durability concerns.
Nevertheless, brands like Motorola and Samsung continue to launch new clamshell models, and analysts anticipate a modest rebound driven by innovative features and localized manufacturing, particularly in the sub-₹1 lakh premium segment.
Patents Don’t Always Become Products
It’s important to note that a patent does not guarantee a production-ready product. Companies often file multiple design concepts, and only a few may eventually reach the market. Nevertheless, this filing offers an intriguing glimpse into Motorola’s ongoing exploration of foldable smartphones and potential directions for the Razr lineup.
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