Review: Motorola’s Razr 50 Ultra is a pocketful of practicality

Review: Motorola’s Razr 50 Ultra is a pocketful of practicality
Forget nostalgia, this modern version of a classic has a voice all of its own. (Image: BusinessDesk)
Ben Moore
There’s no denying that nostalgia is a powerful marketing tool, but results can vary.Those out to exploit people’s fond memories for a quick buck can easily produce plasticky junk that can best be described as novelty.But then some make an actual effort.While the latest in the Motorola Razr revival has some gimmicky features, like the ability to briefly look and function like the original Razr, overall, the Razr 50 Ultra is more than a nostalgic reference.In fact, Motorola's review unit is a real contender in the foldable phone...

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