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Today in China, Lenovo is announcing the Moto M which is the latest budget offering from the company's phone divison. Similar to other Moto smartphones that Lenovo released this year, the new Moto M comes in a premium aluminium build and comes packed with hardware features like a USB Type C charging port and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Lenovo Moto M Key Specifications

— 5.5-inch 1080P Super AMOLED display
— MediaTek Helio P15 (MT6755) SoC
— 4GB LPDDR3 memory
— 32GB expandable memory
— 16MP f2.0 rear camera
— 8MP front camera
— 3,050mAh battery
— Android 6.0
— 151.4 x 75.4 x 7.9mm
— 163g
— Gold, Silver
— Dual SIM LTE

In addition to that, Lenovo has also coated the Moto M with a nano coating that protects the device from accidental splashes from liquids. Lenovo will begin offering the Moto M in China from November 11 for CN¥ 1,999 (~US$ 300 / ~MYR 1,200).



ORIGINAL SOURCE: PHONEARENA
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During a launch event this morning, Lenovo Malaysia announced the arrival of the new Motorola smartphones in Malaysia. Both the Moto Z and Moto Z Play will be available in Malaysia in November 2016 for MYR 1,799 and MYR 2,699 respectively. In addition to that, Lenovo will also be introducing the full range of Moto Mods accessories that will support both devices.

Lenovo originally announced the Moto Z series back in June and the highlight feature on this new Moto Z series is the support for Moto Mods. The 16-pin array on the back of every Moto Z device acts as a window to expand the functionality of the Moto Z. From a simple textured case to a JBL speaker all the way to a Hasselblad camera, there is a wide range of possibilities for Moto Mods.

Lenovo Moto Z Key Specifications

— 5.5-inch QHD AMOLED display
— Snapdragon 820 SoC
— 4GB LPDDR4 memory
— 32/64GB expandable memory
— 13MP f1.8 camera with OIS
— 5MP f2.2 front camera
— 2,600mAh battery
— Android 6.0 Marshmallow
— 153.3 x 75.3 x 5.19mm
— 136g
— Gray, Rose Gold, Gold, White

Lenovo Moto Z Play Key Specifications

— 5.5-inch 1080P Super AMOLED display
— Snapdragon 625 SoC
— 3GB RAM
— 32GB memory
— 16MP f2.0 rear camera
— 5MP front camera
— 3,510mAh battery
— Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow
— 156.4 x 76.4 x 7mm
— 165g
— Black, White

In terms of devices themsevles, the Moto Z Play is essentially the less powerful version of the Moto Z. Both devices feature front facing fingerprint scanners and the ability to connect to various Moto Mods. As a launch offer, both Lazada and 11Street will be giving away the JBL SoundBoost Speaker Moto Mod to the first 50 who pre-order the Moto Z or Moto Z Play.



ORIGINAL SOURCE: AMANZ.MY
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Earlier today, Motorola took India by storm with the announcement of the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. Both devices were a big step up from last year's Moto G3 which meant that the prices were also raised. But shortly after, Motorola quietly revealed a third device in the Moto G4 family on their website. They are calling it the Moto G4 Play and judging by the specs, this device should be priced significantly lower than the G4 and G4 Plus.

Moto G4 Play Key Specifications 

— 5-inch 720P display
— Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 SoC
— 1/2GB RAM
— 8/16GB expandable memory
— 8MP rear camera
— 5MP front camera
— Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow w/Moto Pure
— 2,800mAh battery
— 144.4 x 72 x 9.9mm
— 137g
— White/Back

Now word on actual pricing and market availability yet but the Moto G4 Play looks to be an upgraded Moto G3. Gone is the advanced camera, Turbo Charging and Moto Maker support from the G4 and G4 Plus. But Motorola did retain a big battery on the Mogo G4 Play. According to Motorola's website, the G4 Play will run a vanilla version of Android.

Learn more about Lenovo's new Moto G4 lineup here


ORIGINAL SOURCE: MOTOROLA
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It is that time of the year again for Lenovo to refresh their most popular Moto G lineup. Last year, the Lenovo owned Motorola updated the Moto G with more customization options and a new waterproof design all while retaining the iconic Motorola design. This year, they are shaking things up by announcing two Moto G models in two different sizes. These two device will be the first two to go under the Lenovo Moto brand.

Get to know the Moto G4 Play

Moto G4 Key Specifications 

— 5.5-inch 1080P display
— Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 SoC
— 2GB RAM
— 16/32GB expandable memory
— 13MP f2.2 rear camera
— 5MP front camera
— Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow w/Moto Pure
— 3,000mAh battery w/Turbo Charging
— 153 x 76.6 x 9.8mm
— 155g
— Black/White w/Moto Maker
— Dual SIM LTE

Moto G4 Plus Key Specifications 

— 5.5-inch 1080P display
— Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 SoC
— 2/3/4GB RAM
— 16/32/64GB expandable memory
— 16MP f2.0 rear camera
— 5MP front camera
— Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow w/Moto Pure
— 3,000mAh battery w/Turbo Charging
— 153 x 76.6 x 9.8mm
— 155g
— Black/White w/Moto Maker
— Dual SIM LTE





The 4th generation Moto G will come in two variants and will simply be called the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus.The biggest difference between the two is that the Moto G4 Plus will feature a fingerprint sensor on the front and also comes with a new 16MP camera from OmniVision that features bigger pixels and a wider f2.0 aperture. Lenovo claims that the 16MP camera on the Moto G4 Plus is the best in it's class with and the first in it's class to feature a laser autofocus and phase detection autofocus system to produce better images in various lighting conditions.

Both the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus both feature the same 5MP front facing camera that provides a wide angle (84-degree) view. Additionally, Lenovo will be keeping the Motorola tradition alive with the near stock version of Android on both the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. Motorola features like Moto Display and Moto Actions are still present. As for customization, Lenovo will offer Moto Maker for both the G4 and G4 Plus in select regions. 

In terms of pricing, the Moto G4 Plus will begin at Rs. 13,499 (US$202 / MYR 813) for the base 2GB RAM model with 16GB of memory and the higher end model with 3GB of RAM and 32GB of memory will cost Rs. 14,499 (~US$217 / MYR 873).The standard Moto G4 in particular will cost around $15 less. In the case for the Indian market, the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus will be exclusively available through Amazon India.

Learn more about Lenovo's new Moto G4 lineup here


UPDATE 17/5/2016 18:35: Updated article with imagery from Motorola

ORIGINAL SOURCE: GSMARENA
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Last month, the Apple Watch finally launched in Malaysia after being available in just about everywhere. But if you are looking for something much more affordable that also works with your iPhone and also a modern Android smartphone, Motorola has got you covered. The 2015 Moto 360 editions is officially making an entrance to the Malaysian market today.

Both the Sport and the Standard Moto 360 that comes in 42mm and 46mm sizes will be available in Malaysia starting today through authorized reseller. Unlike in the US, the 2015 Moto 360 that is coming to Malaysia cannot be customized with Moto Maker and it'll come down to 4 version which is the 42mm model in Black and Rose Gold, the 46mm in Silver and the Moto 360 Sport in Black.

Moto 360 Sport (Black) - RM 1,399
2015 Moto 360 42mm (Black) - RM 1,399
2015 Moto 360 42mm (Rose Gold) - RM 1,499
2015 Moto 360 46mm (Silver) - RM 1,599
As mentioned earlier, the 2015 Moto 360 will work with both iPhone and Android devices but if you do pair it with a supported (iOS 8.2+) iPhone, you will be limited to select features only. But in terms of hardware features, both the 2015 Moto 360 and Moto 360 Sport comes with a nearly circular display, an IP67 rating, a 300mAh battery that will survive a full day of work, optical HR sensors on both and the Moto 360 has an extra barometer included.

The 2015 Moto 360 will be available through authorized resellers across the country or through Lazada starting today!
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Just as anticipated, Lenovo has just unveiled the Vibe Shot in Malaysia and is available for purchase today. This Lenovo smartphone in particular is not about the Android experience, rather Lenovo is pushing on the camera experience on the new Vibe Shot which comes with a 16MP optically stabilized camera and a triple LED flash array paired with a beefy infra-red AF system.

From the back, the Vibe Shot looks nothing like a smartphone with it's horizontally oriented branding and to suit the disguise of a compact camera, Lenovo has even added a two step camera shutter key to make the experience as true to life as possible.

But beyond the camera goodness, the new Vibe Shot is a pretty solid mid-range smartphone with a 5" FHD IPS display alongside the octa-core Snapdragon 615 processor paired with 3GB of RAM. Other specs includes 32GB of expandable memory, an 8MP front facing camera capable of 1080P video, LTE support, a 3,000mAh battery and all of this hardware is running atop Android 5.0 Lollipop.

Lenovo is beginning the sales of the camera-centric Vibe Shot today for RM 1,399 and it's worth noting that there was a flash sale earlier today through Storekini which includes a free Moto 360 and Selfie Flash alongside the purchase of the Vibe Shot but that offer has since then went out of stock. 
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Alongside the refreshed 2015 Moto G, Motorola also announced a successor to their flagship smartphone, the Moto X. But this time around, things aren't so simple. There is actually two version of the Moto X, a mid-range on and a full fledged model that's worthy of the Galaxy S6 and LG G4.

Let's start with the affordable Moto X which is called the Moto X Play, the highlight feature is it's 48 hour battery life which is supported by the 3,630mAh battery and the Moto X Play is also water-resistant (not water proof like the Moto G). Besides that, the Moto X Play also comes with a slightly smaller 5.5" 1080P display with front facing stereo speakers.

Just think of the Moto X Play as a bigger 2014 Moto X with updated specs. And yes, the Moto X Play can be customized with Moto Maker.


Moving up, we have the flagship 2015 Moto X which is called the Moto X Style. In reality, the Moto X Style is a little fancier with better Moto Maker options like leather and wood back but that's not all as the Moto X Style is also a pretty serious flagship smartphone. It comes with a hexa core Snapdragon 808 CPU and a Quad HD 5.7" display on the front.

Both the Moto X Style and Moto X Play come with Motorola's new 21MP camera which has an f2.0 aperture and a host of new software enhancements. Additionally, these new Moto X's will run Android 5.0 Lollipop and will be on the list to get Android M when it comes out in the fall.

As for pricing and availability the Moto X Play will come to Europe, Latin America and Canada in August for about $300 and the Moto X Style will be made available in Europe, Latin America and North America in September through carriers. No news on when these new Moto X's will come to Asia though. But in the US, Motorola is also offering the Moto X Pure Edition which is basically just the Moto X Style which is unlocked and is yours for only $399 without any contract. It'll work with any US carrier out of the box.

Moto X Play Specifications


  • Snapdragon 615 CPU (octa core)
  • 2GB RAM
  • 5.5" 1080P display
  • 16/32GB storage with microSD slot
  • 21MP f2.0 camera
  • 5MP front facing camera
  • 3,630mAh battery
  • 148 x 75 x 10.9mm (168g)

Moto X Style Specifications


  • Snapdragon 808 CPU (hexa core)
  • 3GB RAM
  • 5.7" QHD (1440 x 2560) TFT LCD
  • 16/32/64GB storage with microSD slot
  • 21MP f2.0 camera
  • 5MP f2.0 front facing camera
  • 3,000mAh battery
  • 153.9 x 76.2 x 11.06mm (179g)

ORIGINAL SOURCE: OFFICIAL MOTOROLA BLOG
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For weeks, the new radar was leaks on the brand new Moto G and today at a special event in NYC, the Lenovo owned company unveiled three new smartphones. One of them is the new third generation Moto G which comes with an IPX7 rating. That means that the new Moto G is safe from a dip in the pool, but is not secure to keep dust out of it.

Besides being able to take a 30 minute swim, the new Moto G is still a pretty solid Android smartphone. Powering it is Snapdragon 410 CPU, 8GB (1GB RAM) or 16GB (2GB RAM) of expandable storage, a 5" HD display and a 2,470mAh battery that will run through the day.


The front of the device comes with dual front speakers and a 5MP camera but that's about it form the front. But looking at the back of the device, the Moto G now comes with a new 13MP camera which is just a powerful as the one found on the Nexus 6. Another interesting inclusion is Moto Maker, yes Motorola is bringing it's industry leading customizations to the mid-range Moto G.

Users will be able to customize quite a lot about the new Moto G but like before, this customization option is only available in some regions. Overall, the new Moto G looks like a solid new 4G LTE smartphone that runs a pure version of Android. No word on when it'll come to Malaysia yet but it is available in more than 60 countries in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia today for $179 (~RM 682)



ORIGINAL SOURCE: OFFICIAL MOTOROLA BLOG
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Just recently, we saw some live images of the 2015 Moto X refresh which will apparently come with a front facing LED flash. Besides that, the design of Motorola's new flagship has also been confirmed through the leak and the design is similar to that of the new third gen Moto G which is launching early next week with the refreshed Moto X.

The design for the Moto X is quite identical to that of it's predecessor, just the back design features a new look and that's about it. But, the new Moto X will apparently feature some new color options. The Moto X is already known for it's Moto Maker customizations which will swap the back cover with some exotic look and also and engraving option is possible

But whilst previous Moto X models came with options to change the accent color, change the back cover material and even engraving the back, the 2015 Moto X will have a brand new option which is to change the color of the metal trim.

From the image above, we can see that the frame has been colored a light shade of gold and the shroud covering the camera has also been given the same color treatment.

ORIGINAL SOURCE: ANDROID CENTRAL
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Next week is going to be quite a busy one indeed as Nokia, OnePlus, Motorola, and Microsoft are planning to make big announcements throughout the week. Motorola in particular is expected to announce a refresh to both the flagship Moto X and the midrange Moto G. We've already learnt through leaks that the Moto G has a slightly new design, better hardware and will for the first time come with Moto Maker.

As for the high-end Moto X, this is probably out best look at it. These images do look credible as they look a lot like the Moto G renders we've seen. The back of the new 2015 Moto X in particular looks near identical to the one one the Moto G but when we turn over to the front, it also looks familiar.

The thin bezels are present and the source did mention that the speakers are stereo sounding this time around and overall the design and shape of the 2015 Moto X is quite similar to that of it's predecessors with a metal frame featuring a slight curve all around.

But that's not the whole point, if you look closer, on the top right corner you would notice a white circle beside the front facing camera. Yes, that is indeed a front facing flash. It's not a crazy dual flash setup like on the HTC Desire EYE but it would definitely aid the camera in low light situations or your just want to use the front camera as a mirror in the dark.

As for specifications, expect the usual hardware found on the Galaxy S6 and LG G4 to be present on the 2015 Moto X as this is a flagship device. Motorola will be holding that press conference on next Tuesday.



ORIGINAL SOURCE: DROID-LIFE
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Just last week we showed you a couple alleged images which was tipped to be the upcoming refresh of the Moto G. We can now confirm that those images of the colorful back panel and spy shots is indeed the Moto G in the flesh as Technobuffalo has gotten their hands of some leaked renders of the device itself.

As is, there is nothing much to say other than Motorola has tweaked their design a little and the back is no longer just where the classic Motorola dimple sits. There is a new elongated strip of plastic which shrouds the camera and also the signature dimple.

In the hardware department, we're expecting to see a 5" 720P display, a Snapdragon 410 CPU, a 5MP front camera and a new 13MP rear camera aided with a new dual LED array. No official word as to when it'll be officially available but it's probably real soon since the renders are already surfacing.

SOURCE: TECHNOBUFFALO
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Besides announcing the affordable Moto E earlier this year, Motorola has been quiet about new devices but that is about to change. The flagship Moto X is expected to be unveiled about the same time Google releases Android M (Muffin?). While that comes into play, it looks like the third generation Moto G is about to be released.

Today, we have live images and also a short video on the device itself and it reveals the subtly new rear design alongside with some impressive new hardware. The 2015 Moto G, will come with the same 5" 720P display from its predecessor and a near identical Snapdragon 410 CPU is also included in the mix. What's interesting is that the rear camera has been bumped up to 13MP paired with a dual LED flash.

The front facing camera has also been up-ped to a 5MP unit and the device still sports 8GB of expandable storage via a microSD card.

In addition to that, it looks like Motorola is shaking up their design with the new 2015 Moto G. The classic Motorola dimple is still there but the dimple is now part of the plastic shroud for the camera module. Despite the minor design change, the colorful swappable backs are still a thing with the 2015 Moto G.

If all goes well, Motorola is expected to officially announce the 2015 Moto G in July and we'll likely see it come to Malaysia real soon too!









SOURCE: PHONEARENA , ALI EXPRESS , NEO LEE
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When we're talking about phones in Malaysia, LG and motorola usually don't get much spotlight as these two companies are having a low profile in the tech scene here. Well, the LG G4 is still not officially available in Malaysia but you can still get it through Direct D for a quite reasonable price. Speaking of Direct D, they have just recently brought in the Nexus 6 by Motorola and they are now offering it for RM 2,199 only.

To recap, the Nexus 6 is a 6" smartphone running Google's vanilla Android experience and if you're a little adventurous you can load up Android M to this device. Besides that, it also features the Snapdragon 805 CPU, 3GB of RAM, 32GB of non expandable storage and a large 3,220mAh battery.

If you feel like these specs are a little dated compared to recent flagship devices from Samsung and also HTC, well, you're right, the Nexus 6 was released alongside Android Lollipop last October and like other Nexus branded devices in the past, it has just only made it's way to Malaysia.

DirectD says they will be offering the Nexus 6 through their online store and also their physical stores in Subang and the one along Federal Highway too! The Nexus 6 might not be the shiniest new smartphone currently available but it's your best option for Google's Vanilla Android experience here in Malaysia., well if you don't mind the big size.

For only RM 2,199 inclusive of GST, the Nexus 6 is actually quite a good deal when you compare prices with the similarly sized Galaxy Note 4. Also, if you are a DirectD member, they'll shave off RM 100 off the device making it only RM 2,099. They are also noting that this is an official model which has 1 year warranty with Motorola Malaysia.

The best Google smartphone - Motorola Nexus 6 is now exclusively available at DirectD. Original by Motorola Malaysia...
Posted by Directd on Thursday, June 11, 2015

SOURCE: LOWYAT.NET via DIRECT D
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The selfie revolution is taking the world by storm with companies implementing better cameras on the front for the best photo of yourself. Well, in the midst of the "busy" announcements today, Motorola has shown off their own selfie stick which is perfectly crafted.

Just like the MotoX, the moto selfiestick is hand carved and features a decent amount of craftsmanship which will make your selfie taking experience and unforgettable one. Other than being made out of real wood and stitched with real leather, the moto selfiestick is a piece of art which blends in nicely with your custom leather/wood MotoX.

At the moment, Motorola has yet to announce pricing nor availability of their perfect selfie stick but their promo video is quite convincing. Would you buy a premium hand crafted selfie stick? Tell us in the comments below or tweet to us at @TTOT9. 
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Well, the day has come, Motorola after years have finally returned to the chinese market. The official launch today came to no surprise as the company pre-announced the return earlier this month. As you might know already, Lenovo now owns Motorola so the move back into the chinese market was no coincidence.

The launch today was attended by quite a big number of Motorola fans from China as well as esteemed guests (check out the video below). Motorola's president, Rick Osterloh took the stage in announcing the official return of Motorola to China and also officiated the first three devices accompanying the return to China.

2014 editions of both the Moto X and Moto G can now be purchased from the Motorola's chinese site and the Motorola branded Nexus 6 dubbed the Moto X Pro will also be available shortly. In addition to that, Motorola will also be offering customers the Moto Maker for the Moto X.



SOURCE: Official Motorola Blog
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Today, Motorola announced that they are officially re-entering the China market. This move comes after Lenovo acquire Motorola from google late last year. It's quite a no-brainer for Lenovo to introduce Motorola back to the chinese market, not only because Lenovo is a chinese company but also because China is the biggest smartphone market in the world.


Starting things off, Motorola will be offering three devices; the Moto X (2014), Moto G (2014) and the Moto X Pro. Well wait, the Moto X Pro sounds like a new device, technically yes but when you look at the specs, it's basically just a Nexus 6 without the Nexus branding on the back. To recap, the Nexus 6 (or Moto X Pro in this context) is powered by the Snapdragon 805 and has a 6" 2560 X 1440 display complete with a massive 3,220 mAh battery. These three devices will support China's 4G LTE bands and will be available by Q1 2015.

Additionally, customers can also customize their Moto X (2014) via Moto Maker which will be available through the Motorola website. In a more local perspective, the Moto X (2014) is expected to launch in Malaysia soon as it has been listed on the SIRIM database.

SOURCE: Official Motorola Blog
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