How Motorola's wearable smartphone can change from handset to smartwatch
At the recent Lenovo Tech World 2023 event in Texas, Motorola showcased a new adaptive display concept. Based on this innovation, the company unveiled a device that boasts a flexible Full-HD+ pOLED screen that can be molded into various shapes based on the user's preferences. In short, the adaptive display concept can function as both a smartphone and a smartwatch. Let's see how the technology works.
The device can be propped in different 'stand' modes
In the standard form, the flexible display serves as a 6.9-inch Android phone, but it can also be wrapped around the wrist as a wearable, providing an experience similar to the Motorola Razr Plus. It can also be propped up in different "stand modes" for versatile viewing angles. In the stand mode, it functions as a 4.6-inch display. The entire back of the device is essentially a flexible hinge, allowing it to change from a handset to a smartwatch.
Practicality concerns surrounding Motorola's adaptive display concept
Despite its inventive design and features, there are questions about the practicality of Motorola's adaptive display concept for use as an everyday device for users. As far as the demonstration goes, it is seen that the device cannot fold completely in half, which may limit its functionality. Moreover, it's bulky, which could cause discomfort when worn as a watch during physical activities and it also increases the likelihood of colliding with objects.
AI features integrated into Motorola's adaptive display concept
Motorola's adaptive display concept also introduces a range of new AI capabilities. One such feature is a generative AI model that runs directly on the device, enabling users to personalize their phones with their own style. By uploading a photo of their attire, users can generate multiple AI-created images to use as custom wallpapers on their devices. Other AI innovations from Motorola include functions like obscuring sensitive data, converting wrinkled receipts into flawless documents, and summarizing notes, emails, and chats.
The company also announced a MotoAI personal assistant
Alongside the adaptive display concept, Lenovo unveiled a bespoke MotoAI personal assistant designed specifically for Motorola smartphones. During a live demonstration, Motorola's Innovation Research Lead Lexi Valasek showcased how the phone can employ AI to automatically generate backgrounds that coordinate with users' outfits when worn as a wrist accessory. While not a groundbreaking AI advancement, it is an appealing feature for those who plan to regularly wear the adaptive display on their wrists.
