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One of the awesome features of the Moto X would be its customizability where customers could choose to change the backplate of their handset from a plastic finish, to a wooden one. Prior to the release of the bamboo backplate, it was estimated that it would cost customers an additional $50, but as it turns out, the would end up costing customers an additional $100 instead which makes it a tad more expensive than most would pay. Well the good news is that Motorola has decided to slash the price of the bamboo backplate and it can now be had for $25 instead, essentially being offered at 75% off.

For those who were early adopters and paid $100 for it, fret not because it seems that Motorola will be offering $75 in credit and can be used to purchase anything (except a Chromecast) from Motorola directly, with the credit being good until the 31st of January midnight. Slashing $75 off is a pretty big deal and the good news is that the price will be here stay. Heck, it is even cheaper than the rumored $50! In any case Motorola has also announced new wooden backplate options in the form of walnut, teak, and ebony, all of which will be available as customizable options come 21st of January. So, with the price now set at $25, anyone planning on getting a Moto X in any of those wooden finishes?

Moto X Wooden Backplate Prices Slashed To $25 original content from Ubergizmo.

When the Moto X was first announced, its availability was limited to just the US, but last we heard, the phone could be making its way to Europe and sure enough it has as Motorola has officially announced that the Moto X smartphone will be available in the UK and Gemrany starting on the 1st of February 2014. The Moto X is a rather unique handset because while it might not necessarily come with the fancy hardware and high-end features like other Android devices, it does come with pretty interesting software features, such as the always-listening mode that allows users to activate their phone without touching it at all, along with the Moto Maker feature that allows for further customization of the device.

In any case it seems that the UK and Germany will not be the recipient of the Moto Maker feature, at least not initially, but presumably it will be added at a later date. For those living in the UK, you will be able to pick up the handset fully unlocked for £380 which is around $624 after conversion, while those in Germany can expect to pay €429. Despite the Moto X’s unique features, it will be interesting to see how well it will be received in the UK and Germany. After all with MWC around the corner, we expect newer and more powerful smartphones, which means that forking out £380 for the Moto X might not be as attractive compared to a few months ago. What do you guys think? Any of our UK/Germany readers planning on picking up the Moto X?

Moto X Announced For The UK And Germany, Arriving 1st February original content from Ubergizmo.

I am quite sure that many of us would like to get something free once in a while, as there is nothing quite like getting the most bang for your hard earned buck. Of course, a lot of it also depends on the seller, and Motorola must still carry the spirit of Christmas with them, as they are now offering the Chromecast dongle for free with every single Moto X smartphone that you decide to pick up. One ought to take note that the Chromecast had been left out of recent deals which Motorola did offer to the masses throughout the holiday season, but all of it has changed now.

There is a catch, however. In order to be eligible for this particular deal, you will first need to purchase your Moto X as an unlocked unit, which means you will have to pay the full price via Motorola. That would translate to forking out either $399 for the 16GB model Moto X, or $449 for the 32GB version of the Moto X. Needless to say, those who want to customize their device even more are able to do so, but if you are running short on cash, you can just stick to the tried and true black or white shades.

Motorola Throws In Free Chromecast With Moto X Purchase original content from Ubergizmo.

As it stands, Motorola’s Moto X is only available in the states at the moment. Motorola had initially dismissed the idea of bringing it to other countries, like the UK, but thanks to recent hints, it has been suggested that Motorola is now starting to consider launching the Moto X in other markets, like the EMEA regions, for example. Now thanks to invites Motorola has started to send out to publications based in the UK, a launch in Europe certainly sounds imminent. The event has been scheduled for the 14th of January 2014 and while the Moto X handset was not mentioned specifically, the invite expects that Motorola will “welcome a new addition to the European Motorola family of products.”

The folks at Droid-Life attempted to pry more information from Motorola at CES 2014, but were only told that they had an announcement and that they planned to broaden their geographic footprint. However thanks to a job listing found on Motorola UK’s website, it has been suggested that Motorola is looking for someone to setup Moto Maker in the UK, which we can only assume is for the Moto X. Either way for those living in Europe and eager to get the Moto X, the 14th of January is definitely a day you will want to mark down on your calendars, and be sure to check back with us as well as we will keep you updated on Motorola’s announcement! So, any of our readers from Europe excited by this piece of news?

Moto X For Europe Could Be Announced Next Week original content from Ubergizmo.