(Click here for larger image)Motorola describes the Q as an "all-in-one" device that combines a phone, personal productivity capabilities, enterprise connectivity, and entertainment in a "thin and stylish" form-factor. It boasts a full QWERTY keyboard, dual stereo speakers, Bluetooth, and a 1.3 Mpixel video-capable camera.
The Q supports Microsoft's
push email capability with wireless synchronization of PIM (personal information management) fuctions such as email, calendar, contacts, and tasks entries, according to Motorola. Additionally, Good Technologies is offering an "optimized" version of its
GoodLink mobile messaging and management software for the Q.
Earlier this year, Motorola was
rumored to be thinking about canceling the Q.
"The Moto Q is a real must-have device that enables true seamless mobility by liberating all of us from the constraints of our offices and living rooms," said Ed Zander, chief executive officer of Motorola, Inc. "With the best voice, data and design technology in one ultra-thin, intelligent, hard- working device, the Moto Q allows you to be productive and entertained wherever you go."
For additional Motorola Q description, specs, and photos, refer to our prior coverage:
Motorola debuts "wickedly cool" QWERTY smartphoneFor another perspective on the Q, refer to
this article at
PCMag.com.
AvailabilityThe Q is priced at $200 after a $100 "instant credit," when purchased with a qualified Verizon Wireless voice and data plan and two-year customer agreement, Verizon says.
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