The emergence of Motorola’s AI features marks another major smartphone manufacturer entering the artificial intelligence space with device-specific capabilities.
Initial rollout details: Motorola has launched the beta version of Moto AI for select Razr smartphones, with potential availability for some Edge devices.
- The beta program is accessible globally for Razr and Razr Plus (also known as Razr 50 and Razr 50 Ultra) users
- Initially announced during the 2023 Lenovo Tech World conference, the suite of AI features is now ready for public testing
- Language support is currently limited to English, Spanish, and Portuguese
Key features: Moto AI introduces four main functionalities designed to enhance user productivity and information management.
- “Remember this” enables users to save and later recall screenshots, photos, and notes
- “Catch me up” provides summaries of messages and missed calls
- “Pay attention” offers recording, transcription, and note summarization capabilities
- “Journal” serves as a central hub that organizes information from other Moto AI features
Beta access process: Users must follow specific steps to participate in the Moto AI beta program.
- Devices need to be running the latest software version
- Users can join through the Moto AI app listing in the Google Play Store
- Alternatively, signup is available through Motorola’s website
- The beta update may take up to 24 hours to appear in the Play Store after registration
Looking ahead: While Motorola’s entry into AI-powered features shows promise, questions remain about language expansion plans and the full scope of device compatibility, particularly regarding Edge devices.
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