Lenovo exec hints at things to come this summer
It seems that Lenovo has something up their sleeve for this summer and the release of the latest Motorola products. This will mark the first time that a Motorola product has been released since the Nexus 6, and with Lenovo at the helm without any other influence. Recently, Lenovo’s chief executive was interviewed and shared just a glimpse at what to expect this summer.
We have many new models in development with the Moto brands, so you may see in summer us launching some every exciting products, including phones and watches.
With that, we can expect to see AT LEAST an updated Moto X and an updated Moto 360
As for the Moto 360, there’s not much to be said as of yet, however, we can only look forward to Lenovo improving upon the already beautiful design and functionality of the Android Wear device. There has been no mention about with Lenovorola will keep the Moto Maker for both the Moto 360 and the Moto X
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Republic Wireless offering Moto X (2014) for $300
Following on the heels of the limited-time price drop from Motorola, Republic Wireless has slashed the cost of its Moto X (2014). Effective immediately, the Android smartphone can be purchased for $300, a drop of $50 from the normal cost.
If interested in grabbing the Moto X, you’ll find the black and white models offered in 16GB capacities. The 32GB, fully customized model can be had in any color or design you might like with a $350 sticker. But, thanks to a mail-in rebate, you’ll be able to save $50 here, too.
Republic Wireless offers rate plans ranging from $5 – $40 per month and each includes unlimited talk and text.
- $5 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi
- $10 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi
- $25 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi/3G
- $40 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi/4G
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Republic Wireless offering Moto X (2014) for $300
Following on the heels of the limited-time price drop from Motorola, Republic Wireless has slashed the cost of its Moto X (2014). Effective immediately, the Android smartphone can be purchased for $300, a drop of $50 from the normal cost.
If interested in grabbing the Moto X, you’ll find the black and white models offered in 16GB capacities. The 32GB, fully customized model can be had in any color or design you might like with a $350 sticker. But, thanks to a mail-in rebate, you’ll be able to save $50 here, too.
Republic Wireless offers rate plans ranging from $5 – $40 per month and each includes unlimited talk and text.
- $5 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi
- $10 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi
- $25 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi/3G
- $40 per month – unlimited talk and text over Wi-Fi/cellular with unlimited data over Wi-Fi/4G
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[Deal] Motorola drops the Moto X (2014) to $299 with a 30-day return window
Motorola has made it pretty clear that two-year contracts are becoming obsolete. The phones released by Motorola in the last two years have been some of the best when it comes to off-contract options. Starting today and ending on June 29, the Moto X (2014), which was priced at $349 without a contract, drops to $299 after a $50 rebate. To sweeten the deal and make it less risky, Motorola has applied a 30-day return window.
The money saved from the rebate is actually applied once the 30-day window closes and the buyer completes a survey for Motorola.
Source: Motorola
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Deal: Motorola Moto X gets discounted to $299, try it risk-free for 30 days
If you’re looking for a perfectly capable off-contract smartphone, Motorola may have quite the deal for you. From now until Monday, June 29th, you can purchase an off-contract Moto X (2nd Gen.) customized through Moto Maker starting at just $299.99 (after $50 mail-in rebate) and try it out risk-free for up to 30 days. Not only will you have the chance to return it within this time period if you decide against it, Motorola will also give you a “do-over” for another shot at designing your Moto Maker creation.
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To clarify, you’ll need to head on over to motomaker.com, customize your Moto X, and choose the no contract option for the carrier. Motorola will charge you a minimum of $349.99 when you purchase the device, but filling out the mail-in rebate form will get you a nice $50 back within 6 to 8 weeks of your purchase. If you’re not keen on spending that amount of money right away, Motorola will also let you finance the device for $0 down over a period of 6, 12 or 18 months with a Motorola Credit account.
The Moto X is still a great phone, so this is a good deal. Head to the link below if you’re interested in learning more.
Motorola letting customers test custom-made Moto X for 30 days
Motorola is making an interesting move today, leveraging on the aging 2014 Moto X. They’re not only knocking down the starting price once again, by $50 (bringing it to $299), but allowing you to try it at no risk for up to 30 days, at which point you would need to decide to keep or ship it back.
With the new low price, Motorola is also using this as an opportunity to make a stance against contracts. They state that according to a report by the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI), customers more favoring the more straightforward way of purchasing their smartphones.
“The report also sheds light on the massive shift we are seeing in the wireless and mobile industry. People are happiest without a contract. The good news is that more and more carriers understand the importance of offering simple to understand, no contract wireless plans. To embrace going off-contract, we recognize the need to offer great premium smartphones at a better price so you get more bang for your buck.“
This criticism towards contracts is another shove against the way the industry does things. Recently, we also saw AT&T acknowledge that customers are becoming more and more interested in unsubsidized purchasing options.
Motorola is referring to this offer as Say Hello to Moto, and it runs from 6/15 – 6/29. So if you’ve been dabbling with the idea of owning a Moto X, this is a great opportunity to test drive it before committing. Just head over to Moto Maker and start building your own custom Moto X. But know that the starting price is for the plastic back cover, the wood or leather options run $25 more.
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Moto X third generation leaked image surfaces
@upleaks posted via Twitter a supposed leaked image of Motorola’s upcoming 3rd generation Moto X.
The image itself is quite small at about the size of a thumbnail and shows what is believed to be the phone at two three-quarter views, one of the front and the other of the back.
There, of course, has been no confirmation from Motorola about whether this really is the next Moto X. Although, this leak closely follows the release of another we mentioned days ago, so it cannot be refuted (at least for now) that this could be the device.
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Motorola to launch Moto Maker in India on June 15?!
While Motorola India is not being 100% direct about what they are going to announce on June 15th, they are making it pretty clear on their Twitter account. Drop me off in Vegas and I am willing to bet my cash on it; our fellow Indians will likely get a taste of Moto Maker on June 15th (or soon after).
Brief Moto Maker summary
If you have been living under a rock, Moto Maker is Motorola’s online tool for customizing and purchasing devices like the Moto X and Moto 360. It became a sensation in an industry where real hardware customization is pretty much non-existent.
With Moto Maker you can choose from multiple storage options, engravings, colors, and materials. You can even pay extra for your phone to be partly made of awesome materials like wood or leather.
The proof?
Now, that we have refreshed your memory a bit, let’s get back on topic and talk about Moto Maker coming to India. So it turns out the Motorola India Twitter account has been pretty active the past few days. And they are especially fond of posting about “something” that will be announced on June 15th.
What is it? Well, just look at the tweets and be the judge of that.
Coming soon: Your shot at showing off your creativity is just round the corner! Watch this space. pic.twitter.com/CRGiV1zW6y
— Motorola India (@MotorolaIndia) June 12, 2015
You’re about to experience a sea of choices. Find out how on June 15. What will you choose to do? pic.twitter.com/9FJe4afRdf
— Motorola India (@MotorolaIndia) June 13, 2015
Choice has a blueprint. And you’re about to create it. Find out how on June 15! pic.twitter.com/upYbrCzGQ7
— Motorola India (@MotorolaIndia) June 13, 2015
Artistry is as artistry does. Fancy doing something to show off your arty side? Find out how on the 15th of June. pic.twitter.com/NYP92B5E7i
— Motorola India (@MotorolaIndia) June 14, 2015
Metal, wood or leather? Choose to be unique with the #MotoX! http://t.co/5aI8z17OkM pic.twitter.com/RoQUJxJTkc
— Motorola India (@MotorolaIndia) June 14, 2015
Not hard to decipher, right? It looks like Motorola is planning to bring Moto Maker to India. You can bet we will stay on the lookout for more details to come. The 15th is tomorrow, so you won’t have to wait much longer to find out what Motorola really has under its sleeve.
Motorola starts 5.1 soak test for the 2013 Moto X in the US
David Shuster dropped some good news to those people still hanging on the the aging Moto X (2013) today on Google Plus. He also probably shared the news on other social media sites too, but I don’t frequent other sites.
According to our friend Shuster, the soak test for 5.1 are starting in the United States, Brazil, and Canada. He expects for full release of 5.1 for the first generation Moto X to start in a few weeks.
It is worth nothing that Schuster notes that Motorola Update Services need to be at version 4 or higher in order to get the 5.1 updates, so make sure to hit the Play Store and make sure your Motorola apps are all up to date!
Hopefully the soak test goes alright and we can bask in 5.1’s glory sooner rather than later!
It might have taken a while, but it should be well worth the wait. Hold on tight, 5.1 is coming soon!
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Motorola acknowledges they need to improve Moto X camera
It is pretty well known that the camera has never been a strong suit of the Moto X. The significant 13 MP camera upgrade on the 2014 Moto X promoted lots of promise, but in practice it simply could not keep with the competition. It was haunted by hit or miss image quality, frustrating autofocus, and low-light struggles. And that cool-looking dual LED ring diffuser flash did not end up adding any value.
Turns out that we’re not being unfair with this negative speak either. On Twitter recently, Motorola’s Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), Adrienne Hayes, responded to a question about the focus on the camera for future devices. Her response was “We know we need to improve here and are definitely going to ‘bring it.””
She was also asked if Motorola is planning to bring advanced manual camera controls in the future. Hayes replied with “We absolutely can and we absolutely will this year. Stay tuned!”
I’m glad to hear the priority and confidence going into the next Moto X camera. The 2014 Moto X was one of the best offerings last year, with great specs, a $500 price tag, and unique customization with Moto Maker. Sounds like Motorola is gunning for that top spot in 2015.
Are you likely to move over to a Moto X if it has a fantastic camera?
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