At the 3GSM World Congress in Barcelona, the Motorola RAZR V3x won the “Best 3GSM Handset 2006″ award. Known as the ultimate multimedia phone Motorola’s RAZR V3x features a ton of great features.

“Motorola is proud and excited that the RAZR V3x has been named Best 3GSM Handset of 2006 by the GSM Association. A first for the company, I am thrilled to accept this esteemed award on behalf of everyone involved in the design and development of this great handset,” said Ron Garriques, president of Motorola Mobile Devices.

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Motorola has announced that the QWERTY-equipped Q smartphone will be released in a UMTS version. While it was also confirmed that the CDMA/EVDO version of the Motorola Q will be available during this quarter, consumers will have to wait until at least Q4 this year for the UMTS version.

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This Smartphone combines RAZR styling with a BlackBerry-like form factor. Key features include Windows Mobile 5, a QWERTY keyboard, EV-DO high-speed data, Bluetooth (with stereo), and a megapixel camera. Other features include a side scroll wheel, a miniSD memory card slot, and a full-duplex speakerphone.

Today’s individuals and corporations are looking for mobility to give them an edge, and the new Q delivers. The world’s thinnest QWERTY, Q changes the playing field for mobile email devices by delivering a superior mobile office experience with no compromises. Combining quality voice, data, and multimedia in one amazing “RAZR-thin” package, Q helps make mobility = productivity.

Fifty percent thinner than its top competitors, Q is also lightweight and features electro-luminescent keys, QWERTY keyboard, thumbwheel for single-handed control, and internal antenna. Q also provides users the opportunity to balance work and play through additional features such as a large, vibrant, color screen, Web surfing capabilities, a 1.3 mega pixel camera with photo lighting, video and MP3 audio capabilities, and cool compatible Bluetooth®-enabled accessories like the new RAZRWIRE Bluetooth® eyewear.

Summary of Key Features
• One of the first devices to run on Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0; Optimized for Microsoft Exchange 2003 and a variety of third party email solutions that enable a broad set of corporate email capabilities
• Thinnest QWERTY device in the world – 11.5mm
• Full, ergonomic QWERTY keyboard, 5-way navigation button and thumb wheel
• Video clip capture and playback
• Connectivity via Bluetooth, IrDA and mini-USB; compatible with Motorola’s line of Bluetooth-enabled wireless headsets
• Multi-Media Messaging (MMS)
• Dual, stereo-quality speakers
• Audio formats supported: iMelody, MIDI, MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA, WAX, QCELP
• Image formats supported: GIF87a, GIF89a, JPEG, WBMP, BMP, PNG
• Video formats supported: H.263, MPEG-4, GSM-AMR, AAC, WMV
• Mini-SD removable memory card slot
• Large, high-resolution display (320 x 240 pixels, 65K TFT)
• 1.3 mega pixel camera with photo lighting
• PIM functionality with Picture Caller ID
• Advanced speech recognition and speakerphone

The Moto Q is expected to be available in Q1 of 2006. For more information on pricing and product availability in your region, please check with your local Motorola representative.

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Motorola has launched the Motorola RAZR V3x. The ultra-slim Motorola RAZR V3x clamshell delivers an impressive range of multimedia tools, including a two megapixel camera, real-time two-way video calling, still and moving image capture, progressive downloading and 3D graphics and comes in three colours; liquorice black exclusively through 3, ash silver exclusively through Vodafone and cosmic blue available through other wireless operators.

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Verizon Wireless today announced availability of the Motorola RAZR V3c, the CDMA version of Motorola’s flagship phone.

The stunningly sophisticated Motorola RAZR is now ready to be experienced by users of CDMA technology. Like the original, the RAZR V3c touts excellence in design and a razor-thin form factor, but comes in a unique, refined steel grey finish. Hidden in its slim shape is powerful technology, including a 1.3 megapixel camera, EvDO (Evolution for Data Optimized) technology for video-on-demand and broadband-like connections and Bluetooth® wireless technology. Video capabilities and an integrated MP3 player complete the mobile entertainment offerings. Mobile intelligence and smart style at its best, the Motorola RAZR V3c turns heads and delivers impressive connectivity.

SUMMARY OF FEATURES:
• Ultra slim form factor with nickel-plated copper-alloy chemically-etched keypad
• EL keypad illumination panel
• EvDO (Evolution for Data Optimized) for downloading data with extreme speed
• Integrated 1.3 megapixel camera with 8x zoom and photo album application
• Video clip capture and playback with day and night modes
• Integrated Bluetooth wireless technology
• MP3 player and 72 polyphonic sound engine
• Up to 30 megabytes (MB) of available embedded user storage
• Speaker independent name and digit dialing
• Office-quality speakerphone
• Picture caller ID on both the internal and external color displays
• WAP 2.0 Browser
• BREW 3.1 for application and content downloads

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The Motorola E770v is Vodafone’s latest addition to its range of UMTS mobile phones at extra attractive prices. This extremely compact Motorola model offers all the convenient features that customers expect of a modern UMTS phone: mobile TV, videotelephony and Vodafone Music Downloads. Price is another aspect that will convince new UMTS customers. In conjunction with the UMTS Per-Minute Package Plus 100 or 200, the Motorola E770v only costs one euro. It also comes with a stereo headset and a 32 MB Trans-Flash card.

The Motorola E770v has an internal 32 MB memory to store files of all formats which can be dynamically used for all applications. The memory can also be optionally expanded with Trans-Flash cards. A 32 MB Trans-Flash card is supplied with the phone. Wireless data transmissions can be realised with the Motorola E770v, either via Bluetooth or infrared interface. The Motorola E770v has a 1,000 mAh Li-Ion battery for up to 145 hours of stand-by and up to 2 hours of talktime.

Full Press Release

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LIBERTYVILLE, Ill. – 18 October 2005 – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, today unveiled its next generation of 3G/UMTS mobile handsets, which are launching first with operators in Europe and Asia. The Motorola RAZR V3x, the E770v and the E1070 underscore Motorola’s commitment to 3G/UMTS by providing the very latest technology coupled with industry-leading design innovation.

The introduction of the RAZR V3x unites the power of 3G/UMTS technology with the world acclaimed RAZR clamshell design. The ultra-slim RAZR V3x is available in three colors: liquorice black exclusively through 3, ash silver exclusively through Vodafone, and cosmic blue available through other wireless operators.

In addition, Motorola announced the compact E1070 clamshell with the very latest multimedia capabilities and as the small yet powerful E770v candy bar, which is available exclusively at Vodafone.

“The E1070 and the E770v enrich the Motorola UMTS line-up with more ‘must have’ designs and ‘must do’ experiences,” said Ron Garriques, president of Motorola Mobile Devices. “We’re thrilled to be working with the world’s leading UMTS operators to deliver the promise and power of 3G to everyone. And we’re especially excited to deliver the RAZR V3x, which puts the ‘wickedly cool’ in UMTS.”

Motorola RAZR V3x
Weighing less than 130g, the Motorola RAZR V3x is an ultra-slim clamshell model that delivers an extensive range of impressive multimedia tools, including a 2-megapixel camera, real-time two-way video calling, still and moving image capture, and all in hugely popular RAZR design language.

Bluetooth® wireless technology, which supports wireless stereo sound through Motorola’s Bluetooth Stereo Headset, and an externally accessible Transflash/Micro SD memory card enhance users’ mobile entertainment experience.

Motorola E1070
The sleek and stylish Motorola E1070 combines amazing audio-visual quality with extensive multimedia capabilities to pack a powerful punch. Inside its compact clamshell form, the E1070 provides a 1.3-megapixel camera with digital zoom, enhanced Bluetooth support, externally accessible Transflash/Micro SD memory card and high-quality QVGA display and video.

The Motorola E1070 will be available through several operators, including TIM, Telefonica Moviles, Orange and O2.

Motorola E770v
The Vodafone exclusive E770v is a small and powerful 3G device which is both effortless and fun. Featuring video calling and a powerful multimedia engine, the Motorola E770v provides affordable access to the latest Vodafone live! Service, including up-to-the-minute news full-track music downloads, an increasing range of mobile TV services and content, as well as sports and other entertainment.

All three handsets will be available in Q4 2005. For pricing and local-market availability, please contact your local Motorola representative.

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