Motorola is joining the trend of creating a phone-wristwear hybrid concept. Lenovo, Motorola’s parent company, previously showcased a similar phone called Cplus with a ribbed back and a foldable screen that could be wrapped around the wrist like a smartwatch. However, this concept never made it to the commercial market.

Another contender in this field was the Nubia Alpha, a retro-futuristic device that resembled a wristband with a flexible display strip. It was launched in 2019 but faced challenges due to limited app availability, unreliable fitness tracking, and a high price tag of $449, which ultimately hindered its success.

Motorola’s recent press release suggests that the new concept will utilize Android, which brings hope for easy software optimization. The key is to create a clean, always-on display that offers a user-friendly experience when worn on the wrist. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for this exciting development!