What comes after the razor-thin Edge 70 in Motorola's upper mid-range product portfolio? Unfortunately for my US-based readers and friends, yet another "international" model unlikely to ever see daylight stateside instead of a 2026 sequel to the simply (and somewhat confusingly) named Edge (2025).
On the bright side (for folks living in regions where last year's Edge 60 Fusion is available), the Edge 70 Fusion looks pretty compelling on paper, both from a cosmetic standpoint and as far as specifications are concerned. The key specs of the upcoming handset haven't been a secret for a few weeks already, and the familiar but eye-catching design rendered for the first time not long ago is today showcased in even greater detail and higher quality by none other than Evan Blass.
Thin is (still) in
While we (seem to) know pretty much everything there is to know about the Motorola Edge 70 Fusion when we put together all these comprehensive leaks of the last month or so, one rather important tidbit that remains up in the air is the phone's depth.
Based on several of today's "ev-leaked" pictures, we're clearly looking at a slender product here (at least if you don't take the camera bulge into consideration), although it's also more than obvious that the Edge 70 Fusion will not be able to match the bonkers 6 mm thickness of the "standard" Edge 70.
Those are some pretty attractive colorways, and that's quite a thin profile (camera hump notwithstanding). | Image Credit -- Evan Blass on X
That's because this thing is expected to pack a hefty 7,000mAh battery, up from the 4,800 and 5,200mAh cell capacities of the Edge 70 and Edge 60 Fusion, respectively, so if it manages to stay under 8 mm at its thinner point, that would be a pretty miraculous engineering feat on Motorola's part.
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Now, the Edge 70 Fusion is clearly not very different from either the Edge 70 or Edge 60 Fusion in terms of its overall appearance, and if you're not a big fan of Motorola's signature stove-style rear camera island, you're probably going to want to pick a budget 5G phone from another brand this year.
How interested are you in the Edge 70 Fusion now?
The same goes for those of you who don't particularly dig quad-curved displays, but while I'd normally put myself in that category as well, there's something about the Edge 70 Fusion's colorways and textured backs that makes me think I could overlook the handset's cosmetic flaws... at the right price.
Do we know how much the phone is supposed to cost?
Not yet, although I can certainly try to make some educated guesses based on the Edge 70 and Edge 60 Fusion's European list prices. The ultra-thin Motorola Edge 70, remember, is quite expensive in markets like France or Germany, starting at a whopping €799 ($950), but the humbler Edge 60 Fusion is considerably more affordable, only fetching €299 ($355) in an entry-level 256GB storage configuration.
Can we all agree that this is the best color? | Image Credit -- Evan Blass on X
With a much bigger battery and a Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 processor on deck, as well as an extra-large and gorgeous-sounding 6.78-inch AMOLED screen with 144 Hz refresh rate technology, the Edge 70 Fusion will probably not be able to retain that impressively low price point.
But even if it goes up to €399 ($475) with 256GB internal storage space and 8GB RAM, the quality/price ratio could prove virtually unbeatable and impossible to resist, especially for hardcore Motorola fans unable to afford the likes of the "normal" Edge 70 or the super-premium Signature.
When should you expect an announcement?
Given that Evan Blass has evidently managed to get his hands on official marketing material, the Edge 70 Fusion could literally be unveiled any day now. But Motorola doesn't appear to have started teasing any impending product launch in Europe or countries like India, and while I obviously don't think this phone will receive the same amount of attention from its manufacturer as the Edge 70 or Signature, an announcement with absolutely no advance notice or buzz seems unlikely.
The Edge 60 Fusion, remember, was formally unveiled and commercially released in April 2025, so perhaps you'll get another month or two to save some money and consider all your budget-friendly Android options before deciding to commit to the Edge 70 Fusion... or choosing something like Google's Pixel 10a instead.
If you want my advice, I think you should at least wait and see how much this thing costs before splashing the cash on a potentially inferior (and more expensive) mid-ranger.
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Adrian, a mobile technology enthusiast since the Nokia 3310 era, has been a dynamic presence in the tech journalism field, contributing to Android Authority, Digital Trends, and Pocketnow before joining PhoneArena in 2018. His expertise spans across various platforms, with a particular fondness for the diversity of the Android ecosystem. Despite the challenges of balancing full-time parenthood with his work, Adrian's passion for tech trends, running, and movies keeps him energized. His commitment to mid-range smartphones has led to an eclectic collection of devices, saved from personal bankruptcy by his preference for 'adequate' over 'overpriced'.
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