Motorola has revealed two new devices: the moto g stylus – 2026 smartphone that now comes with a built-in active stylus, and the moto pad – 2026 tablet.
The moto g stylus – 2026 has an integrated active stylus for note-taking, gaming, and creative expression. The new active stylus responds to tilt and pressure in supported apps, enabling broader shading, finer lines, and more natural strokes, says Motorola. In the Notes app, you can view handwritten notes, sketches, and ideas at a glance. There are also tools like Sketch to Image that uses AI to turn drawings into polished visuals, and Handwriting Calculator that solves handwritten equations without app switching.
The active stylus can be used outside of the Notes app as well. With Quick Clip, you can highlight and send text directly to Notes with a press of the stylus button. Press and hold the stylus over an image, then drag and drop the picture into Notes from supported apps. You can also preview text up close by hovering the stylus over the screen. Long-press the pen button to activate Circle to Search with Google: circle anything you see on your device to get instant search results without switching apps.
The stylus delivers up to 100 hours of standby time, nearly four hours of writing, and fully recharges in just 15 minutes. It also meets both IP68 and IP69 dust- and water-resistant ratings.
Beyond the stylus, the moto g stylus – 2026 has a 50MP Ultra Pixel main camera with a Sony LYTIA 700C sensor, Optical Image Stabilization, and all‑pixel technology. There’s also a 13MP Ultrawide & Macro Vision camera, and a three‑in‑one light sensor that optimizes exposure and colour. The 32MP selfie camera produces studio‑quality results and automatically switches to group mode when more people step into frame. For video, the moto g stylus records in 4K with enhanced stabilization for smooth footage, even on the move.
Behind the scenes, advanced AI-powered imaging enhances images with intelligent features like Photo Enhancement Engine that fine‑tunes colour, brightness, and texture; Signature Style that applies AI‑driven adjustments tailored to scenes like food, portraits, or landscapes); Super Zoom for clear, detailed shots from afar using hybrid zoom technology; Action Shot to reduce blur by dynamically adjusting shutter speed for moving subjects; and Portrait Mode for capturing the same subject at 24mm, 35mm, and 50mm focal lengths.
Equipped with a 6.7‑inch Extreme AMOLED display with 1.5K Super HD resolution, you get up to 5,000 nits of peak brightness. High Brightness Mode automatically boosts visibility outdoors, reaching up to 1,400 nits, while Display Color Boost adjusts colour and contrast based on ambient light. The interface is smooth and intuitive with a 120Hz refresh rate, even with wet hands, thanks to Water Touch technology.
The phone itself meets both IP68 and IP69 ratings and SGS-certified military-grade toughness that protects it against drops of nearly five feet, extreme temperatures from -4°F to 140°F, submersion in up to 1.5 metres of fresh water for up to 30 minutes, and high‑pressure water spray.
With an easy‑to‑grip leather-inspired finish with a distinct twill-inspired texture, it comes in two Pantone‑curated colors: Pantone Coal Smoke and Pantoe Lavender Mist. With the 5,200mAh battery, it lasts for up to 44 hours per charge, and recharges using 68W TurboPower charging and 15W wireless charging.
Out of the box, the moto g stylus – 2026 works with Android 16 with Motorola’s Hello UX and Google Gemini built in. You can also enjoy AI-powered editing tools in Google Photos. With Hello UX, you can customize colours, fonts, entertainment settings, and intuitive Gestures. Smart Connect makes it simple to share files, mirror content to a PC, tablet, TV, or monitor, and stay connected across screens. Finally, there’s the Moto Secure app, powered by ThinkShield, which serves as a central hub for managing device security and privacy features.
The moto g stylus – 2026 will be available in Canada and the U.S. on April 16 starting at an MSRP of US$500; Canadian pricing is TBA.
If you’re looking for more of a tablet experience, there’s the moto pad – 2026 (April 30, US$250), which has an 11-inch 2.5K display with 90Hz refresh rate. Powered by Dolby technology, the Quad speakers deliver an immersive audio experience.
Powering the tablet is a MediaTek D6300 5G processor and you can connect via Wi-Fi or 5G with a plan. Leverage Smart Connect to work with your phone, tablet, and PC for seamless multitasking and content sharing across screens. There’s also Circle to Search with Google support.
The long-lasting 7,040mAh battery powers up to 12 hours of streaming on a single charge and refuels quickly with 20W charging. The tablet has rounded edges and employs an all-metal design. It comes in a refined Pantone Bronze Green finish.