Motorola is going big on its next flagship for India.
The Motorola Signature 27 India launch is expected later this month. The phone has already launched globally after its unveiling at Snapdragon Summit 2026, and Motorola India has put up a microsite with the tagline “A higher standard is coming.” The exact India launch date and price have not been announced yet.
Key Highlights
- India launch window: November 2026 (date not announced).
- Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chip with up to 16GB RAM and 512GB storage.
- 200MP 3.5x periscope camera with up to 100x zoom.
- 7,000mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging.
- Support for the Moto Pen Ultra stylus, plus seven years of OS updates.
Design and Display
According to Digit, the phone has a 6.8-inch 1.5K AMOLED screen with up to 12,000 nits peak brightness and Gorilla Glass Ceramic 3 protection. It is 7.99mm thick, weighs 227g and carries an IP69 rating. In India it is confirmed in two Pantone-validated colours: Coal Smoke (dark grey) and Capulet Olive (green).
Cameras
The camera setup is the main highlight. Reports list a 50MP Sony LYTIA main sensor, a 50MP ultrawide lens, a 200MP periscope lens with 3.5x optical zoom and up to 100x “Super Zoom”, and a 50MP selfie camera. The rear camera can record video up to 8K at 30fps.
A 200MP periscope camera and stylus support make the Signature 27 one of Motorola’s most ambitious phones yet.
Specs at a Glance
| Feature | Motorola Signature 27 |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.8-inch 1.5K AMOLED, up to 12,000 nits |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 |
| Memory | 12GB+256GB, 16GB+512GB |
| Main camera | 50MP Sony LYTIA |
| Zoom camera | 200MP periscope, 3.5x, up to 100x |
| Battery | 7,000mAh, 90W wired, 50W wireless |
| Software | Android 17, 7 years of OS updates |
| Audio | Bang & Olufsen-tuned stereo speakers |
Pen Ultra Support
Motorola India’s website says the phone will support the Moto Pen Ultra. Digit reports the stylus currently costs Rs 6,999. It is not clear yet whether it will be included in the box.
Expected Price in India
The global price starts at USD 1,599 (roughly Rs 1.5 lakh), as per Digit. Digit estimates the India price could fall in the Rs 1.2-1.4 lakh range. A tipster quoted by My Mobile India suggested a much lower Rs 70,000-80,000. Neither figure is official. For reference, the original Motorola Signature launched in India at Rs 59,999 in January.
FAQs
When will the Motorola Signature 27 launch in India?
Motorola has said November, but the exact date is not out yet.
What is the expected price?
Estimates range from Rs 70,000 to Rs 1.4 lakh; Motorola has not confirmed it.
Does it support a stylus?
Yes, it supports the Moto Pen Ultra, which costs Rs 6,999 separately.
How many years of updates will it get?
Motorola has promised seven years of OS updates.
Would you buy a phone with a 200MP zoom camera and stylus? Let us know in the comments.
Details as reported by Digit, My Mobile India and NewsBytes.
