Motorola MOTOKRZR K1 Makes Global Debut
Motorola's upgrade to the wildly popular RAZR, dubbed MOTOKRZR, has finally made its much-awaited global debut. The KRZR K1 is now available to consumers in Hong Kong. Boasting a metallic gloss front finish, it mimics the razor-thin design of the original RAZR in clamshell form.
The MOTOKRZR K1 is equipped with a 2 megapixel camera offering 8x zoom, as well as video recording capabilities. Expand on the available memory with an external MicroSD card, and take full advantage of the bundled MP3 player. The phone has a flight mode for those of you who are bored with in-flight entertainment these days.
This quad-band world phone supports EDGE networks for high-speed data access when you are on the move. Thanks to Screen3 technology, the latest news and entertainment is at your fingertips (depending on your network, of course).
Bluetooth is available as usual, with a host of supported profiles including headset, hands-free, printing, dial-up networking and object push (this, of course, assumes your wireless carrier hasn't disabled a few of them). Pricing has not yet been made available.
SUMMARY OF FEATURES:
- Ultra-slim form factor
- Hi-quality imaging via 2MP digital camera with 8x digital zoom, and image editing
- Premium video capabilities: video capture and playback MPEG4 (15 fps CIF); audio/video streaming (3GPP); video progressive download; record up to 25 minutes of video on embedded memory
- Integrated Stereo Bluetooth wireless technology connectivity for hands-free convenience
- Enhanced phonebook with new contact fields: URL, IM, Postal Address, Birthday, and other information
- MicroSD slot for optional upgradeable memory
- EDGE for high speed data access (class 12)
- Rich, pre-loaded J2ME games, screen savers
- Downloadable themes, ringer tones, images, animations
- Midi, MP3, AAC, AAC+ enhanced music player for listening to your favorite music on-the-go
- PIM functionality with Picture Caller ID
- Voice memo, enhanced predictive text and enhanced voice recognition for easy, hands-free connectivity
- MotoSync – sync your contacts and calendar at the touch of a button
- Push-To-Talk and Push-To-View capable
- Screen3 technology for zero-click access to your favorite news, sports, and other premium content
Motorola MOTOKRZR K1 - Press Release:
MOTOKRZR(TM) Makes Global Debut in Hong Kong
Highly anticipated multimedia slim and thin mobile phone will soon be available in markets around the world
LIBERTYVILLE, Ill., Sept. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) , today announced that its eagerly-awaited handset, the MOTOKRZR, is now available for consumers in Hong Kong. Setting yet another benchmark for mobile design, this new handset will wow consumers with a unique solid glass front, full suite of multimedia services, premium craftsmanship, precision detailing and elegant finishes.
The cutting-edge mobile is also available throughout greater China including Taiwan. In coming weeks, millions of consumers can expect to see announcements from operators and carrier allies around the world announcing the availability of MOTOKRZR.
"MOTOKRZR embodies Motorola's commitment to originality and innovation. We are excited to be putting a sophisticated mobile with a wide range of premium voice and multimedia features into the hands of consumers around the world," said Ron Garriques, president, Mobile Devices Business. "The MOTOKRZR is the definitive handset for individuals who have an appreciation for cutting-edge designs and an exciting mobile experience."
Following the footsteps of the world-renowned MOTORAZR(TM), MOTOKRZR is made with elegant and robust materials. Showcasing a multi-dimensional, metallic gloss finish for visual depth, the MOTOKRZR radiates a subtle elegance through magnesium, polished chrome and hardened glass. The solid glass on the front -- a technological breakthrough and a first for a large- volume handset -- results in a high-gloss luster balancing the soft velvet- like finish on the back.
Stumble It! | Posted by Paul on September 19, 2006 10:19 AM
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