Libertyville, IL September 2006 ? 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™, 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.