Motorola's thinnest and lightest 5G terminal "motorola edge20" landed in Japan-Motorola new product launch

Motorola launches "motorola edge20" and "motorola edge20 fusion"

Motivated to develop motorola edge20

Jota Matsubara, President and CEO of Motorola Mobility Japan, made a speech at the beginning. He explains that the motorola edge series, which will be the first to appear in the Japanese market, is positioned in the middle-high range of Motorola's smartphone lineup.

Mr. Matsubara said, "With this, we have completed a portfolio with a wide range of lineups from entry to high-end. The motorola edge series offers premium products that are unique and pursue functionality at an affordable price. Cameras, In addition to the display, we are also particular about design that is cool to hold."

In the period from January to June in the Japanese market, the company's shipment volume increased by 61% compared to the previous year, and sales increased by 80% compared to the previous year. Therefore, we are looking forward to the development of the motorola edge series this time. After this, Motorola Mobility Japan Marketing Manager & Evangelist Mr. Takaaki Sen explained the details of the new product.

The motorola edge20 is a 6.7-inch model with a thickness of approximately 6.99mm (at the thinnest part) and a weight of approximately 163g. The back has a triple camera specification, with a 108-megapixel main camera, a 16-megapixel ultra-wide-angle + macrovision, and an 8-megapixel 3x optical zoom.

By using Ultra Pixel Technology, which boasts 9 times the light sensitivity, it is characterized by being able to shoot brightly even in dark places. In addition to being able to focus firmly from a distance with the 3x high-resolution optical zoom, you can also use the 30x super zoom and ultra-wide-angle shooting.

The in-camera is equipped with a high-resolution camera of 32 million pixels. In addition, it has functions such as audio zoom function and dual capture mode.

The 6.7-inch organic EL display (2,400 x 1,080 dots) can express 1 billion colors. And with the fastest 144Hz refresh rate in Motorola's history, visual expression has become smoother. Images such as movies and dramas are more beautiful, and games can be enjoyed comfortably.

The processor is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G octacore. It has 6GB RAM/128GB ROM and a 4,000mAh battery. In terms of network, it supports 5G and Wi-Fi 6E. There are two SIM slots and it supports DSDS (5G + 4G). The interface is USB Type-C (USB 2.0), and the 3.5mm earphone jack is not installed. In addition, it supports fingerprint authentication and face authentication. Although it is equipped with NFC, it does not support Osaifu-Keitai.

Motorola edge20 fusion with high cost performance

Next, about motorola edge20 fusion. This is also 5G compatible and boasts the same high performance as the motorola edge20, including a high-resolution camera with 108 million pixels.

It supports shooting with 9 times the light sensitivity with ultra pixel technology and selfie shooting with the 32 million pixel in-camera. The 6.7-inch OLED display has a refresh rate of 90Hz, which is better than competitors' smartphones in the same price range.

The thickness is about 8.25mm (the thinnest part) and the weight is about 185g, and the motorola edge20 fusion feels a little thicker and heavier than the motorola edge20, but the battery is a larger 5,000mAh. Loaded with capacity. It also supports fast charging with the included 30W TurboPower charger.

New Warranty Service Now Available!

Motorola will start a new warranty service "moto care" for users of Motorola SIM-free smartphones from October 22nd. If your smartphone is damaged due to dropping or getting wet, you can replace it with a device of the same model. In general, it is a drop or submerged that is repaired for a fee, but if you use the "moto care peace of mind service", you can receive a replacement device as soon as the next day with a single phone call, and it can be used up to once a year ( (Payment of self-payment is also required at the time of exchange.) You can choose between a monthly plan (308-638 yen) and a lump-sum plan (2 years: 6,080-12,980 yen, 3 years: 8,580-17,380 yen).

This time, in commemoration of the launch of the moto care service and the launch of the motorola edge series, users who purchased motorola edge20 or motorola edge20 fusion within the period will be free for "moto care worry-free warranty service (2 years)" There is also a campaign that you can join with.

Why is it not equipped with FeliCa? Will there be more colors?

Finally, the person in charge answered questions from the media.

Regarding the reason why FeliCa was not installed, Mr. Zenitaka said, ``We are continuing to consider (to install) internally because it is a function that is needed in the Japanese market.This motorola edge series is the first in Japan. Since it is a product that will be developed, we decided to give priority to delivering it to customers as soon as possible, and it became a global specification.”

When asked about the details of the moto care service, "It is a service to return new or refurbished products in stock.In the future, we will provide it with all Motorola SIM-free smartphones. Motorola razr 5G at the start. , but you can subscribe when you purchase a new model other than that."

Regarding the condition of devices that are subject to drops or water leaks, "All devices that cannot be used normally or that cannot be used safely are covered by the warranty. Not only does it not work at all, but the screen is cracked. However, scratches, aging deterioration, etc. are not covered."

When asked if the global versions of motorola edge20 and motorola edge20 fusion are available in multiple colors, Mr. Sentaka said, "In Japan, each series has one color. Premium price range SIM free Since it is a terminal and has improved camera and display functions, we have selected the color that will be most preferred by male users, who are our core target.In the future, we will look at the market reaction, etc., and select multiple products from the following products. I would like to develop the color of ”.