Motorola Inc. unveiled a new Android-based smartphone for the Korean market as the handset manufacturer attempts to take on country favorites LG and Samsung.
“We are delighted to announce MOTOROI, the first Android-based phone, with SK Telecom in Korea, a key partner in one of Motorola’s key markets in the world, ” said Sanjay Jha, co-chief executive officer of Motorola and chief executive officer of Motorola Mobile Devices. “MOTOROI is a smart phone without compromise, delivering a wiser, richer web and messaging experience with the most delightful touch-interface you have ever experienced, all made possible through the combination of Motorola’s expertise in design, a truly differentiated Android experience, and the power of SK Telecom’s network.”
The smartphone features the Android 2.0 operating system, allowing the user to open up to eight mobile browsers simultaneously, and five custom widgets on the 3.7-inch home screen. The Wi-Fi-capable device houses a variety of features, including an 8-megapixel camera and 720p HD camcorder, 8 GB of storage and Micro SD support of up to 32 GB, an MP3 music player and a docking station that enables the unit to act as a digital clock or digital photo frame, Motorola said.
Moto brings Android-based smartphone to Korea with SK Telecom
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