What RAM crisis? Motorola's latest Swarovski Razr is somehow cheaper

Motorola’s Razr phones already have one thing going for them that most smartphones don’t: they’re genuinely fun to look at. Between the flip-phone form factor, bright colors, and compact design, a Razr tends to stand out even before you open it. And this isn’t Motorola’s first time adding some extra sparkle, either. The company teamed up with Swarovski for a crystal-covered Razr last year, and now the Razr 2026 is getting the same treatment.

The new special-edition Motorola Razr 2026 comes in a dark PANTONE Meteorite finish, but the color is really playing backup here. The star of the show is the collection of 35 Swarovski crystals individually positioned across the back of the phone. Motorola has paired them with a quilted, leather-like texture, so instead of looking like someone attacked a Razr with a bedazzling kit, there’s at least some thought behind the whole aesthetic.

There’s even a larger 32-facet Swarovski crystal built into the hinge. Considering the hinge is already one of the most recognizable parts of a flip phone, putting a crystal there feels appropriately over-the-top.

More importantly, this isn’t merely a decorative phone with mediocre hardware underneath. You still get the regular Razr 2026 experience, including its 3.6-inch cover screen. Unfold it, and there’s a much larger 6.9-inch AMOLED display waiting inside. The company has also equipped the phone with a dual 50MP camera system and a 4,800mAh battery, claiming more than 36 hours of use on a charge.

And that’s probably what makes the Swarovski Razr interesting. Phones have become increasingly difficult to tell apart, especially once you put them inside a case. This Razr goes aggressively in the opposite direction. You certainly won’t need it if you already like the standard Razr 2026, and the crystal-covered design is inevitably an acquired taste. But I can see the appeal.

There’s also a pleasant surprise when it comes to the price. The Motorola Razr 2026 with Crystals by Swarovski costs $900 in the US, which is actually $100 cheaper than the Swarovski-covered Razr Motorola released in 2025. Motorola is also bundling the new Moto Buds 2 Plus and a Moto watch with it for a limited time. Of course, all those crystals still come at a premium. The regular Motorola Razr 2026 costs $800, so you’re effectively paying an extra $100 for the Swarovski treatment and the bundled earbuds.

The Motorola Razr 2026 with Crystals by Swarovski goes on sale through Motorola’s official website and Amazon on September 10, followed by Verizon availability on September 24.