![]() Google's Eric Schmidt has been seen using the Moto X. (Credit: Getty Images)Though we have an invitation to the official Moto X unveiling, Motorola and Google haven't revealed any official specs yet. Still, there's plenty we know about the device -- and even more that we don't. Here's a sampling of what's certain and what's still up in the air. August 1 reveal date In stores by October Motorola has officially switched on a sign-up page for the Moto X, giving interested readers an opportunity to learn more about the phone as the launch approaches.
It will come in black and white It's curvy The official Moto X invitation confirms that we'll see rounded edges and slight bevels. The Moto X will be customizable It isn't clear which components exactly will be customizable: the color, the capacity, the apps, custom back plates, or the finish. But here's some of what we'd like to see. It will be contextually aware "Contextually aware" can mean a lot of things that involve location, sensors for light and spatial positioning, incline, and so on. If the phone senses you're outside at night, for instance, it may turn on night settings. If it detects you're traveling, the phone could line up some transportation and dining tips. Motorola hasn't given any indications that this is what it means in terms of the Moto X, but when we think of Google Now's personal assistance capabilities, we get the sense of what a phone could do. Google Now is always listening Quicker camera launching In stores by August ![]() A few of the rumored color cases for the Moto X smartphone. (Credit: Nowhereelse.fr)Hardware details If rumors are correct, the comparatively lackluster midrange feature set could include a 720p HD AMOLED display (we'd guess a 4.5- or 4.7-inch screen with that resolution), a 1.7GHz dual-core Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8960 Pro processor, and a 10-megapixel camera. The phone could also come with 16GB internal storage and 2GB of RAM. Motorola's Droid Razr series is completely embedded, which means there's no removable battery, but there is an expansion slot. If the Moto X is the same, users with high storage needs should be happy. Android version Camera specifics Kodak apparently uses the technology to improve the way that a sensor captures light when taking a photograph, making photos clearer and less dark. There don't seem to be any other sources to substantiate the claim, but it's an interesting idea. Interestingly enough, Motorola recently toyed with Twitter followers on the camera front, saying "Either this kid is really fast, or today's phones are really slow." Sales model There's also been talk of Google selling the smartphone direct to consumers through the Google Play store. What remains unclear is whether customers will be able to buy the custom designs through either channel. With rumors of 16 colors (translate) and multiple finishes, either Motorola or Google could run the e-tail show from their Web sites. Cost We think there could be a surcharge for custom phones, especially if they involve engravings, etchings, or harder-to-manufacture designs. Motorola's Moto X event kicks off August 1 in New York. CNET will be there on the ground to cover the whole thing live.![]() via Technology - Google News http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNFHj559lkTom5kluBR1zRvVhCT-bQ&url=http://reviews.cnet.com/smartphones/motorola-moto-x/4505-6452_7-35823022.html | |||
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Saturday, 20 July 2013
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