Motorola’s latest offering, the Motorola Signature, is in for review at 91mobiles and is shaping up to be an intriguing proposition. As the first device in what could become a new series, it comes with several flagship-grade specifications. Motorola is yet to confirm the Signature price, but a leak suggests it could start at Rs 59,999 (please note that the information should be taken with a grain of salt, and we will update this article once the official pricing is out).
Whether the Motorola Signature justifies its asking price is something we’ll explore in our full review. For now, we’ll walk you through the unboxing and out-of-the-box experience. Read on to find out what’s included in the box and more.
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Motorola Signature unboxing
The Motorola Signature arrives in a black retail box, with the branding etched on the lid and FIFA 26 World Cup partnership details printed along the right spine. The top and bottom edges carry the manufacturer and smartphone information, respectively. The unboxing experience itself is fairly standard, with a welcome note greeting you as soon as you lift the lid. There’s also that familiar scent which has, over time, become something of a Motorola trademark.
In-box content includes:
- Motorola Signature
- 90W power adaptor
- Type-C to Type-C cable
- SIM-ejector tool
- Legal document and user guide
Motorola signs off on a slim design
Motorola has opted for a similar design to the mid-range Edge 70 for its premium Signature smartphone. The handset features a sleek aluminium frame paired with a fabric-finish back panel, complemented by a square-shaped camera module positioned in the top-right corner. While the camera deco does not carry the same fabric texture as the rest of the rear panel, it blends in seamlessly with the overall design. Four individual camera rings sit within the module, each protruding slightly and outlined with borders that match the body colour, lending the phone a cohesive and refined look. Honestly, I would have preferred all the sensors covered by a layer of single glass, but it is what it is.
My review unit arrived in the Pantone Martin Olive colourway, which didn’t immediately appeal to me. I’ll be using the device as my daily driver to see if the shade grows on me over time, and I will share my thoughts in the full review. The Motorola Signature is also available in Pantone Carbon, which, at least based on official renders, appears more understated and visually pleasing.
While it may not be as slim as the Edge 70, the Motorola Signature still stands out as the slimmest smartphone in its segment. At just 7mm thick, the handset feels impressively sleek and sits comfortably in the hand. This is further aided by its 186-gram weight, which never felt tiring, even during prolonged use in my initial testing.
The Motorola Signature is I68 and IP69 water- and dust-resistant certified. The front has a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2, protecting the 6.8-inch AMOLED display from minor drops and falls. There is no case provided in the box to enhance its durability.
Capable display & performance
The Motorola Signature’s 6.8-inch AMOLED display features FHD+ resolution, an adaptive refresh rate up to 165Hz, 6,200 nits peak brightness, and HDR10+ support. The display has razor-thin bezels, contributing to a roughly 90.8 percent screen-to-body ratio.
In my limited, controlled usage, the display comes across as sharp, punchy, and consistently vibrant, whether scrolling through social media or streaming HDR content. While this isn’t an LTPO panel and therefore not the most power-efficient in its class, the refresh rate scales down to 60Hz depending on on-screen content, helping curb battery drain to some extent. Day-to-day usage typically hovers around 120Hz, delivering smooth system animations, while supported games can push the panel all the way to 165Hz for noticeably fluid visuals during gameplay.
To back gaming and other usage, the Motorola Signature rocks Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC under the hood, paired with up to 16GB LPDDR5X RAM and 1TB UFS 4.1 storage. The 1TB storage appears more than enough to store heavy games, files, images, videos, and more. The SoC is the same as that powering the OnePlus 15R (review). Even though it is a notch behind the mighty Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, the Motorola Signature SoC seems more than capable of handling heavy use. We will have the Signature’s benchmark numbers and everyday usage experience in our full review.
Cameras with ambitions, quick charging
The review will also see our full analysis of the Motorola Signature cameras, which feature triple 50MP sensors at the back. The primary sensor is a 50MP OIS Sony Lytia 828 sensor, whereas the ultrawide and telephoto cameras are 50MP 112-degree FoV and 50MP 3x Sony Lytia 600 periscope telephoto lens, respectively. The phone’s front camera is also 50MP, with a Sony IMX500 sensor and autofocus. These look a promising camera setup, which should give competitors a run for their money.
That said, the 5,200mAh battery may not be the most exciting proposition of the Motorola Signature. The competitors have now started offering batteries around 6,500mAh and 7,000mAh. It will be interesting to see how well the Signature smartphone’s endurance holds up in everyday use. However, one thing is for sure: the handset will offer quick top-ups with its 90W wired charging speeds. The handset also supports 50W wireless charging, 10W reverse wireless charging, and 5W reverse wired charging.
Long-term software support & Sound by Bose
To tie everything together, the Motorola Signature ships with Android 16 preinstalled. The software runs a light Hello UI layer on top, keeping the overall experience close to stock Android while thoughtfully layering in Moto AI features and a handful of practical additions. Motorola has also committed to seven major Android updates, which should keep the device current and well supported until at least 2033, adding a welcome sense of long-term value.
Other highlights of the Motorola Signature include an in-display fingerprint scanner and dual speakers with Sound by Bose and Dolby Atmos support.
Early thoughts
At this stage, the Motorola Signature feels like a thoughtfully balanced flagship that prioritises design, longevity, and everyday usability. Whether it can truly sign its name among the very best will depend on how it performs over extended use, something we’ll explore in detail in the full review. Keep watching the space for that.
