Motorola RAZR2 Family Debuted

Motorola today unveiled the RAZR2, the next evolution of the RAZR brand offering CrystalTalk technology, up to 2 GB of on-board memory, Web browsing, real-time point-to-point video and fast menu navigation.



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Motorola ROKR Z6 Announced

Motorola today announced its new ROKR Z6, a Linux/Java music phone with Windows Media technologies, including Windows Media Audio (WMA) Windows Media DRM 10, and media transfer protocol (MTP). The ROKR Z6 lets consumers "plug and play" with any personal computer running Windows Media Player 10 or 11. With fast PC direct connectivity via High Speed USB 2.0, the Z6 lets users access music seamlessly.

The ROKR Z6 music handset delivers the key elements in a music phone, including:

- Music dedication for one-touch access to the library and pauses music as calls come through.
- A 4-way navigation wheel to give immediate access to content.
- High-speed synching with High Speed USB 2.0 to side-load songs in 2-3 seconds, almost five times faster than a competitive music phone: a 500 song library in 15 minutes, instead of 2 hours. Synch purchased music from over 200 music stores, including Napster, onto the device from a PC; or side-load tunes from over 200 music stores worldwide - an advantage over most other devices.
- Finding and managing songs using Windows Media Player on the PC, which supports playlists, album art, search by genre, artist and more.
- Load up 2 GB microSD cards with the music collection; each holding approximately 1,000 songs and 70 hours of music.
- Offering more than 10 hours of music enjoyment in airplane mode.

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The ROKR Z6 also features stereo Bluetooth wireless technology, for ireless mobile stereo with compatible Bluetooth-enabled stereo headphones and will be on sale in Asian markets starting in May, and in Latin America, Europe, North America and other markets beginning in June.

Motorola Z8 Media Phone Debuted

Motorola today announced the debut of the Z8, featuring video capture and playback at 30 frames per second and up to 32 GB of expandable memory. As the first kick slider, the Motorola Z8 will allow users to get mobile TV, video and music all on one device. As an added bonus, a 512 MB memory card will be included in-box pre-loaded with a full-length feature film – "The Bourne Identity" – from Universal Pictures.

The Z8 delivers design and functionality experiences by:

- Providing mobile broadband at 3.6 Mbps HSDPA for 10-second song downloads using a combination of OMAP2420 and ARM 11 processors.
- Offering a unique ergonomic slider design, gliding open and kicking out for a fit-to-face profile.
- Supporting dedicated keys to access music, storage for approximately 1,000 songs and stereo Bluetooth wireless technology optimized for mobile music. The ROKR S9 stereo headphones, bundled with the Z8, provide wire-free enjoyment with A2DP and AVRCP Bluetooth stereo profiles.
- Including approximately 80 MB of free internal user memory and optional expandable memory up to 32 GB with high density microSD memory cards. On today's 4 GB microSD entertainment lovers can store approximately 12 full-length motion pictures6 or 70 hours of music.
- Providing 30 frames per second. The large QVGA 16 million color TFT display optimizes the viewing experience in both portrait and landscape mode, enhancing Internet browsing and game play.
- Integrating an 8x zoom camera and lumi LED light or record and watch memories with video record and playback capabilities.
- Supplying an intuitive UI for one-click picture or video sharing with friends or easy uploading to chosen social networking Internet sites, such as Flickr, MySpace, YouTube.

Motorola Z8 users will be able to access mobile content services from BSkyB directly from their handset, such as Sky's on-demand library of updating news, entertainment and sports. Sky's 'Anytime' application provides an access point to a range of live mobile TV services that include over 30 TV channels and allows customers to use their mobile phone to program their Sky+ set-top boxes remotely to record programs and place bets through SkyBet.

In addition to BSkyB, free content is open to consumers with the inclusion of the Podcast.com service, allowing consumers to download their favorite audio and video podcasts direct from the Internet automatically to their handset.

Motorola also announced that it will be extending its existing relationship with Electronic Arts to create a new category of immersive mobile gaming. Through this agreement the company will bring mobile gaming to customers with the launch of an integrated demo of EA SPORTS BIG "SSX3".

The Motorola Z8 will be available for purchase in Europe and Asia beginning in June.



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Motorola Releases Purple RAZR V3i for Mother's Day

Just in time for Mother's Day, Motorola today debuted the RAZR V3i in a deep, jewel-toned purple finish.

The RAZR V3i delivers a combination of design and technology. Modelled after the original RAZR, the RAZR V3i has an updated and streamlined design, offering music capabilities thanks to iTunes music software. Now when consumers grab their mobile, they're also are grabbing a camera and MP3 player.

Beneath the iconic exterior lies a large internal color display as well as quad-band and Bluetooth wireless technology. With enhanced visual features, the integrated 1.23-megapixel digital camera and full screen view-finder features a zoom and video capture. Unlocked for GSM, the purple RAZR is available exclusively online.

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Motorola today introduced the ROKR Z6m, a multi-modal slider that delivers high-performance music on the go. Reflecting Motorola's design philosophy, the ROKR Z6m is a combination of clean lines and a slim silhouettes, with a music twist for active, mobile consumers.



The ROKR Z6m is a thin, narrow slider highlighted with elegant finishes. Crafted of rich housing materials, the ROKR Z6m takes full advantage of the slider form factor and make life easier by accomplishing most anything in both the open and closed positions.

Music is a priority for the ROKR Z6m. Featuring an integrated music player, the ROKR Z6m comes equipped with a 3.5 mm headset jack, stereo Bluetooth connectivity, and up to 2 GB removable memory. Additionally, consumers can transfer their digital music collections in seconds via the the USB 2.0 high speed connection.

Aside from music mobility, the ROKR Z6m comes with a 2.0-megapixel camera with landscape view, users can capture their favorite moments. The ROKR Z6m is expected to be available in the first half of 2007.

Motorola ROKR Z6m Specs:
- Thin, narrow slider with a multi-modal design and rich colors, materials and finish
- 2.0-inch QVGA with vivid colors
- Built-in 2.0-megapixel camera with Video capture and playback
- Supports a variety of audio formats such as MP3, AAC, AAC+, WMA and other popular formats
- 3.5mm headset jack connection, and a dedicated lock switch
- Bluetooth stereo support of Advanced Audio Distribution profile (A2DP) and Audio Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP)
- Integrated Bluetooth Class 2 wireless technology for hands-free connectivity
- USB 2.0 high speed connectivity for fast file transfers and data access
- Mobile Phone Tools support for PC synch of phonebook, contacts, and media
- Internal memory and up to 2 GB of microSD removable memory for extra storage for music, pictures and other media
- CDMA 800/1900, CDMA 1X/ EV-DO, 1900 Mhz receive diversity

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Motorola RAZR MAXX Ve Announced for Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless today announced the will be exclusive availability of the RAZR MAXX Ve, launching on April 24.


Motorola RAZR MAXX Ve


Following the infamous lineage of the RAZR, the RAZR MAXX Ve weighs in at four ounces and measures a sheer 0.6-inches thick. Blending metal, glass and illuminated touch-sensitive music keys, the RAZR MAXX Ve offers VCAST Music and Video, Get It Now and Mobile Web 2.0 multimedia services.

Featuring an ultra-thin design and high-end finishes, the RAZR MAXX Ve is crafted with a blend of aluminum, magnesium and chemically hardened glass displays, and illuminated touch-sensitive music keys.

Within its lean form lies EV-DO technology for broadband-like speed and data capabilities. With a few clicks of a button, consumers can access the Internet for browsing and lightening quick over-the-air (OTA) music and video downloads, or immediate access to the latest in entertainment and news.

The RAZR MAXX Ve also boasts a 2.0-megapixel auto-focus camera for high resolution, extended video capture and playback capabilities and video sharing.

With futuristic touch-sensitive music keys that illuminate, users can enjoy their favorite soundtrack via an integrated MP3 player and Bluetooth stereo audio capabilities. The RAZR MAXX Ve also offers over 60 MB of internal memory with optional 2 GB expandable microSD memory cards for storing music, content, games and more.

The Motorola RAZR MAXX Ve is expected to be available in Q1 2007.

Motorola RAZR MAXX Ve Specs:

- Futuristic touch sensitive music keys with elegant lighting
- 2.0-megapixel auto-focus camera with 4x digital zoom for outstanding still imaging
- Video capture/playback and video sharing using H.263 and MPEG 4
- Enhanced audio features for premium music listening on-the-go including MP3, WMA
- Version 1.2 Bluetooth wireless technology with stereo headset profile
- EV-DO for downloading data with extreme speed
- Location based services capable
- Over 60 MB user available memory and 2 GB of optional removable microSD memory
- Bands/Modes: CDMA 1X/EvDO 800/900


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