The highly-anticipated MOTO Q 8 is jam-packed with productivity features including: five-way navigation button and thumb-wheel allowing single-handed control of enhanced² email and messaging, quad-band GPRS and EDGE capabilities to deliver high speed and worldwide connectivity, Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 software, a full suite of multimedia, organiser, browser and messaging capabilities, and a high-resolution two megapixel camera.
'Recent research (1) suggests that in the next 12 months more than 36 percent of the UAE population will be using an Internet-enabled handset. The MOTO Q 8 handset delivers an uncompromising experience with many tools for consumers throughout the Middle East. The handset will help deliver a liberated and flexible lifestyle for business professionals across the region,' said Patrick Mulligan, area director, Mobile Devices, Motorola Middle East, North Africa, Turkey and Pakistan.
The MOTO Q 8 combines the Microsoft Windows Mobile Platform and ergonomically optimised electro-luminescent handset keys for a rich mobile experience. It also features a large, vibrant, colour screen, Web browsing capabilities, video capture and playback, high-quality speakerphone, voice-activated dialling and Bluetooth™ wireless technology enabling hands-free multi-tasking for today's busy work environment. The MOTO Q 8 delivers powerful ³talk time of up to approximately four hours and standby time of approximately 212 hours.
'With the work life balance that exists today in the Middle East, consumers are looking for a device that helps them multi-task their daily activities, allowing them to find that elusive balance,' concluded Mulligan.
The MOTO Q 8 is now available through the Middle East.
Motorola announces MOTO Q 8 slimmer solution for consumers in the Middle East
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT), a global leader in wireless communications, today announced the regional availability of the MOTO Q 8, a stylish smartphone designed to provide rich connectivity features and personal productivity capabilities to mobile consumers across the Middle East.
- United Arab Emirates: Tuesday, September 25 - 2007 at 12:44
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About MotorolaMotorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of seamless mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you connect simply and seamlessly to the people, information and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering 'must have' products, 'must do' experiences and powerful networks -- along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $42.8 billion in 2006.
Media contacts:
Jean-Pierre Bou Rouphael
Motorola, Mobile Devices Business
+97143315111
Eileen Wallis
The Portsmouth Group
+971 4 369 3575
1 YouGov survey
²Network dependent feature, not available in all areas. Airtime, data charges, and/or additional charges may apply. Wireless email functionality requires an email account with wireless server capabilities
³All talk and standby times are approximate and depend on network configuration, signal strength, operating temperature, voice and data mix, and features selected.
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Posted by Medilyn Manibo, Assistant News EditorTuesday, September 25 - 2007 at 12:44 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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