CHICAGO, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Motorola, a Lenovo Company, is designing to a higher standard with the new motorola signature 27, the company’s most advanced flagship smartphone to date, bringing together distinctive design, category-leading innovation and next-generation AI experiences. From its contoured edges, expressive finishes and refined craftsmanship to the breakthrough technologies within, every detail of the motorola signature 27 was purposefully built to deliver a premium experience without compromise. Featuring Motorola’s most advanced camera system yet, recognized with a DXOMARK Gold Label for image quality performance, the brightest Extreme AMOLED Duo Tandem display¹ available in a smartphone, the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Mobile Platform, making it among the first smartphones to unlock next-generation connectivity and AI experiences, and the only smartphone in-market with Audio by Bang & Olufsen, the motorola signature 27 represents the pinnacle of Motorola innovation.

Motorola’s best camera system yet, recognized for imaging excellence
The motorola signature 27 includes Motorola’s best camera system yet, combining advanced hardware, cinematic video, and effortless photography. Awarded the coveted DXOMARK Gold Label in recognition of its industry-leading level of imaging quality performance, the motorola signature 27’s camera system delivers eye-catching photos and videos, with:

• A 50MP Sony LYTIA L910 main camera captures exceptional clarity, rich color and deep contrast for vibrant, ready to share results. Combined with LOFIC technology, it records brighter, more balanced video with consistent detail across challenging lighting conditions, whether filming concert stages, neon-lit streets, candlelit dinners or nights out with friends.
• A 200MP periscope telephoto camera with 100x Super Zoom captures everything from distant landmarks and architectural details to wildlife and action unfolding far away with remarkable clarity. Powered by AI, 100x Super Zoom Pro helps preserve natural color, sharpness and details even at extreme distances. The 3x periscope telephoto lens also delivers flattering, natural-looking portraits, while ultra-resolution imaging provides greater flexibility for cropping, reframing, and editing.
• The first ever dedicated EVS action sensor on a smartphone² introduces a new approach to smartphone motion photography, helping capture fast-moving subjects with greater clarity and precision. Working together with the Action Shot feature, it freezes motion while maximizing available light, producing crisp, vibrant images with richer detail and more natural color.
• The 50MP ultrawide camera³ fits more into every frame, transforming tight spaces into expansive compositions and making it easier to capture sweeping landscapes, large landmarks and group photos without stepping back.
• And a 50MP front camera delivers sharp, ready-to-share selfies and supports 4K video recording, so selfie videos feature the same bold colors and clarity as still photos.

For a more cinematic video experience, the motorola signature 27 features a powerful Video Enhancement Engine that uses AI to intelligently optimize color, contrast and dynamic range in real time. Support for Dolby Vision®, the same technology used by leading filmmakers, helps enable richer, more immersive video. Combined with the Qualcomm® Electronic Image Stabilization and 3.5° OIS hardware on the main camera, panning, walking, and handheld recording looks more fluid and stable, so users can stay in the moment while the camera does the hard work.

the brightest display available in a smartphone²⁰
Engineered to unlock the full potential of the latest advances in display technology, the motorola signature 27 features a new Extreme AMOLED Duo display, the brightest display available, designed to provide a premium viewing experience in virtually any environment.

Built with breakthrough Tandem Technology, it combines two emissive layers into one, producing brighter visuals, richer color and greater efficiency. With up to 12,000⁴ nits of peak brightness, users can comfortably view maps, messages, photos and videos virtually anywhere, whether navigating a sunny afternoon, checking directions on the go or capturing content outdoors, without needing to shield the screen or strain to see it. Plus, 1.5K Super HD resolution and Dolby Vision® bring entertainment to life with exceptional sharpness, contrast and precision.

This advanced display is also designed to be smarter and more durable, delivering up to 34% greater energy efficiency and up to a 121% longer lifespan than traditional AMOLED panels.²⁴ Pantone® Validated color calibration ensures colors and skin tones appear true to life⁵, while SGS-certified blue light technology helps reduce eye strain.

powering next generation experiences
At the heart of the motorola signature 27 is the Snapdragon® 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 Mobile Platform, making it among the first smartphones to feature Qualcomm Technologies’ latest flagship mobile chipset. Engineered to power breakthrough gaming, advanced camera experiences, ultra-fast connectivity and AI, it delivers the performance needed for today’s most demanding mobile experiences and the next wave of AI innovation.

To sustain peak performance when it matters most, the motorola signature 27 pairs the platform with Motorola’s ArcticMesh cooling system that uses micro-diamond-infused thermal gel and a thermal chamber that is 40% larger than the previous generation⁶ to keep performance running at its best during extended gaming sessions, AI tasks, video recording and intensive multitasking. With a new 6‑antenna design delivering faster 5G downloads, up to 2x faster Wi‑Fi speeds⁶, Wi‑Fi 8 compatibility, the motorola signature 27 is built to stay fast, capable and ready for next-era AI. And seven years of OS upgrades²³ help ensure the experience stays reliable long into the future.

AI that goes beyond assistance
The motorola signature 27 is designed for Gemini Intelligence, which brings the best of Gemini to Android’s most advanced devices, alongside out-of-box Google Gemini experiences and Motorola Qira.

The motorola signature 27 can understand context, help people create, support decisions and move from intention to action across the apps and services they use every day. As Google rolls out these capabilities to Gemini Intelligence⁷ devices globally in the coming months, motorola signature 27 will be ready to bring them to users around the world:

• Whether booking a ride or preparing a grocery order from a shopping list on your screen, Gemini helps users go from intention to action with less effort. Gemini can handle complex, multi-step tasks on a user’s behalf, reducing app switching and helping them stay focused on what matters. Users remain in control throughout, with the ability to view progress, jump in, or stop a task.¹⁶
• Rambler¹⁷ transforms natural speech into polished messages, letting users think out loud while it refines their words in the background. Rambler removes filler words, edits repetition, and organizes ideas into clear paragraphs or bullet points. Users can correct themselves mid-sentence, switch languages seamlessly, and review everything before sending, ensuring they share exactly what they intend. Afterwards, users can quickly ask Rambler to rewrite, rephrase, translate, or reformat their text.
• Create My Widget¹⁸ enables users to create personalized widgets by simply describing what they want to see. Whether it’s a tracker to follow your monthly spending, daily recipe inspiration, or a trip countdown with your travel details, your homescreen can be as personalized as you want it to be.
• Sign-to-Text¹⁹ translates American Sign Language (ASL) into written English in real time using the device’s front-facing camera. Integrated with Gboard and Live Transcribe, it opens new ways for users to communicate across digital and in-person interactions.

Right out of the box, the motorola signature 27 also includes powerful Google Gemini⁸ experiences designed to bring new levels of creativity, including Gemini Omni, which enables users to create and edit video through natural conversation, and Lyria which generates custom soundtracks from simple prompts.

In addition, the device features Motorola Qira⁹, a built-in AI system designed to connect and enhance experiences across supported Motorola and Lenovo devices, helping users get more from their broader ecosystem through a single, seamless hybrid AI experience.

the only smartphone with “Audio by Bang & Olufsen”
As the only smartphone in-market to feature Audio by Bang & Olufsen, the motorola signature 27 unlocks an elevated audio experience built on Motorola’s recently announced multi-year partnership with Bang & Olufsen. Combining Motorola’s premium mobile innovation with Bang & Olufsen’s renowned expertise in sound and design, the device is engineered to deliver sound that is meant to be felt, not just heard. Featuring dedicated Sound Modes and an all-new speaker architecture, the device is tuned to preserve the character of the original recording, alongside deep bass, clear vocals and greater fidelity across music, movies and games.

distinctive design, exceptional durability
With the motorola signature 27, Motorola continues the evolution of its signature family design philosophy, that balances aesthetic expression with everyday usability. The device features a sleek aluminum silhouette with contoured edges and a thin profile that feels comfortable in hand, while delivering a distinctly premium look and feel. Complementing the refined design is a seamlessly integrated camera plane, finished in smooth ceramic and brushed aluminum, creating a sophisticated focal point that feels both purposeful and modern.

Precisely crafted with a ceramic and glass construction, the motorola signature 27 is available in two unique, elevated finishes: PANTONE Coal Smoke, which features a tactical weave finish inspired by automotive design and performance materials, and PANTONE Capulet Olive, which features a textile-inspired finish influenced by premium fashion and interior design.

Premium materials and durability come together in the motorola signature 27, featuring Corning® Gorilla® Glass Ceramic 3, an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, military-grade durability (MIL-STD-810H)¹⁰, and IP68 and IP69 ratings for enhanced protection against the elements.²²

power that gives the freedom to do more
To back up all this powerful innovation, the motorola signature 27 features a 7000mAh battery¹¹, 35% larger than the last generation, so users can stay connected longer, stream and create without interruption, and move through the day without constantly thinking about battery life.

When battery does get low, 90W TurboPower™ charging quickly restores power for the day in just 12 minutes^12,13, whether on a coffee break or while getting ready. For a more effortless experience, users can go cord-free with wireless charging.

Motorola’s first GrapheneOS-supported device, built for privacy and peace of mind
Data privacy matters, and Motorola continues to build on its commitment to security with ThinkShield®, which helps protect users from the factory to the phone, and Moto Secure, a centralized destination for managing privacy and security features.

Expanding that commitment even further, the motorola signature 27 will kickstart a new era of smartphone privacy and security. It will be Motorola’s first device to support GrapheneOS, a hardened, open-source operating system based on the Android Open Source Project. Developed in partnership with the GrapheneOS Foundation, the leading nonprofit in advanced mobile security, the device reflects Motorola’s commitment to bringing cutting-edge security to everyday users across the globe.

That commitment runs deeper than software: GrapheneOS sets demanding requirements for the hardware it runs on and how it’s kept updated, and the motorola signature 27 is built to meet them. The device is Motorola’s first with a performant implementation of ARM Memory Tagging Extension, a new hardware caching mechanism for helping ensure system integrity and privacy. More details on it will be shared in the coming months.

Availability
In the United States, the new motorola signature 27 will be available for pre-order on Motorola.com, Amazon.com, and BestBuy.com on November 19. The device will be on-sale universally unlocked on Motorola.com, Amazon.com, and BestBuy.com on November 26 (MSRP: $1,599.99).

Contact
Brendan Hall
bphall@motorola.com 

Legal Disclaimers
MOTOROLA, the Stylized M Logo, MOTO and the MOTO family of marks are trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. Lenovo and ThinkShield are trademarks of Lenovo. Corning® and Gorilla® are registered trademarks of Corning Incorporated. “LYTIA” is a registered trademark or trademark of Sony Group Corporation. Dolby and Dolby Vision are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. Qualcomm and Snapdragon are trademarks or registered trademarks of Qualcomm Incorporated. Snapdragon and Qualcomm branded products are products of Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. and/or its subsidiaries. Bang & Olufsen is a registered trademark of Bang & Olufsen A/S.Google and Android are trademarks of Google, LLC. The Pantone color reference and the PANTONE Chip Design are used with the permission of Pantone LLC. © Pantone LLC, 2026. All rights reserved. This is an authorized Pantone-licensed product manufactured by Motorola. Wi-Fi is a trademark of Wi-Fi Alliance. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2026 Motorola Mobility LLC. All rights reserved.

1 Based on smartphones priced at or above USD 1599 available in the United States and Canada as of November 2026. 
2 “Action Sensor” refers to a dedicated Event Vision Sensor (EVS) that detects pixel-level changes in light intensity to capture motion information independently from the main camera sensors.
3 50MP ultrawide sensor combines 4 pixels into 1, for an effective photo resolution of 12.5MP.
4 Motorola lab data. The value refers to the screen’s peak brightness it can reach in specific scenarios, but the actual performance may vary depending on environmental conditions.
5 PANTONE is the global authority on color and creator of the PANTONE Matching System (PMS) and PANTONE SkinTone™ colors. PANTONE Colors generated may not match PANTONE-identified standards. Consult current PANTONE Publications for accurate color.
6 Compared to last-generation motorola signature.
7 Available for select countries and languages. Feature availability will vary; some features available only to users 18+, and may require subscription for higher usage. Check responses. Some features available on Gemini app.
8 Available on Gemini app.
9 Motorola Qira features require a Motorola or Lenovo account login and an internet or cellular connection for full functionality. Supported languages include English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, and German. Language availability may vary by feature and region. Experiences require a compatible device and software update.
10 The U.S. Department of Defense’s MIL-SPEC standards establish methodologies for testing products against environmental stresses under controlled laboratory conditions. Motorola tests devices against hazardous physical and environmental conditions under select categories and procedures of the MIL-STD-810H standard to determine durability. Such testing is not a guarantee of future performance under these test conditions. The motorola signature 27 was tested against 16 categories and 14 MIL-STD-810H procedures to prove its toughness. 
11 The typical capacity is 7000mAh. Rated capacity is 6790mAh. Rated capacity is the minimum guaranteed capacity of a battery under controlled conditions.
12 All battery life claims are approximate and based on the median user tested across a mixed-use profile (which includes both usage and standby time) under optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depends on many factors including signal strength, network and device settings, temperature, battery condition, and usage patterns.
13 Requires Motorola 90W TurboPower™ Charger or higher; sold separately. Median users can get up to 12 hours of battery life in 12 minutes of charge. Higher chargers will not increase maximum charge capability. Battery must be substantially depleted; charge boost must be “on”; charging rate slows as charging progresses.
14 Available on Gemini app. Available for select countries and languages to users 18+. Feature availability will vary; some features may require subscription for higher usage. Check responses. 
15 Available on Gboard for select countries and languages. Feature availability will vary; feature subject to usage limits. Check responses; results may vary.
16 Available for select countries, and languages to users 18+. Feature availability will vary; some features may require subscription for higher usage. Check responses.
17 Available on Gboard for American Sign Language (ASL) to English translations. Feature availability will vary; feature subject to usage limits. Check responses; results may vary.
18 Based on a 1% average pixel level of 12,000 nits of peak brightness.  Actual performance may vary.
19 Water and dust resistance were tested to IP68 and IP69 standards under controlled laboratory conditions. Withstands immersion in up to 1.5 meters of fresh water for up to 30 minutes, and is protected against powerful, high-temperature water jets for up to 30 seconds. Exposure to conditions beyond these ratings are not covered by warranty. Resistance will decrease as a result of normal wear. Not designed to work while submerged underwater. Do not expose to liquids other than fresh water. Do not attempt to charge a wet phone. Designed to provide protection against the ingress of solid foreign objects of any size. Not waterproof.
20 Includes 7 OS updates and up to 7 years of security updates starting from the global launch date. May vary by market, network provider and/or model. See https://support.motorola.com/app/software-upgrade for details.
21 Compared to last-generation motorola signature standard AMOLED display.

About DXOMARK
DXOMARK is an independent French technology company recognized worldwide as a reference authority in the evaluation of smartphone cameras as well as other consumer and professional electronic devices. Its assessments are based on rigorous scientific testing combined with advanced perceptual analysis. Headquartered in Paris, DXOMARK brings together passionate engineers and imaging experts who have conducted thousands of tests each year for more than 20 years across the company’s 17 state-of-the-art laboratories, all designed and developed in-house. DXOMARK delivers end-to-end imaging quality expertise and solutions, ranging from independent quality evaluation services to the design and manufacturing of turnkey testing laboratories. The company also conducts dedicated qualitative studies to better understand user preferences and expectations across key challenging imaging topics. To know more about DXOMARK, please visit dxomark.com.

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