A concept rollable smartphone from Motorola.

By Naveen October 18, 2022

Everyone has seen rollable device concepts from companies like Oppo and TCL.

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The LG company worked also on a commercial rollable smartphone until it stopped manufacturing mobile devices last year.

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Lenovo is showcasing a laptop with a rollout display, while its mobile division has a Motorola rollout smartphone.

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The phone starts at 4 inches tall, but expands to 6.5 inches with the click of a button.

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Another click returns it to its original form which is useful in both sizes.

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Motorola has already released a foldable device called the Razr, which is unfortunately not available in China.

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But Motorola's rolling screen is sleeker than folding.

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