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We already know that Google has agreed to sell Motorola Mobility to Lenovo for $3 billion. The deal hasn’t jumped through all of the regulatory hurdles just yet but already rumors are circulating about the very first smartphone that will be developed by both companies together. The official China Mobile Alliance Weibo account published claims that the first smartphone from Motorola and Lenovo is destined for fall 2014.

Now this is certainly a tough rumor to swallow considering the fact that Motorola’s acquisition deal hasn’t been closed. Significant time is required to design, develop and produce a smartphone. It may take the deal a few months to complete so that may only leave a month or two at most for both companies to come up with a new handset.

The way this would make sense is if Google is already allowing Lenovo to work with Motorola on new products. While this is possible, there hasn’t been any confirmation from the companies involved that an arrangement of this sort has been reached.

No word as yet what Motorola and Lenovo’s first collaboration will be called. Lenovo is also expected to shake up Motorola branding. Apparently the “Motorola by Lenovo” brand might be under consideration, though nothing has been confirmed at this stage. The acquisition deal is expected to be closed in the coming months.

Motorola And Lenovo’s First Smartphone Reportedly Coming This Fall , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Cellphones, Google, Lenovo, Motorola,

Despite the Moto G hardly being the most powerful Android device out there, it has proven to be quite a success which only goes to show that people truly appreciate an affordable device that is well-built. That being said, we have recently heard rumors about a possible successor/variant to the Moto G called the Moto E, and now according to new rumors, it seems that Motorola could also be expanding the Moto G lineup with some variants.

These variants allegedly come in the form of the Moto G LTE and the Moto G Ferrari. The former is pretty obvious since it will basically be the Moto G with LTE connectivity, a feature which is currently not available in the current-gen device and we can only imagine how much more popular the handset will be with LTE. Other than that its hardware is expected to remain the same, so the only difference would be its LTE connection.

Next up is the Moto G Ferrari. Once again the name itself is pretty obvious and while Motorola has not confirmed anything yet, we can only assume this is yet another Motorola collaboration with Ferrari. This isn’t the first time Motorola has created a Ferrari-themed handset so we can’t say we’re too surprised. Once again apart from that, we expect the hardware to remain the same.

Assuming the rumors are true, we can’t say we’re too surprised. After all Motorola recently announced the Moto G Forte, which was essentially the Moto G with a grip shell that comes attached to the phone by default (as opposed to customers have to buy it separately. No word on when Motorola will announce these rumored devices, but if the May rumors are true, we guess we will learn more then.

Moto G LTE And Ferrari Rumored To Be In The Works , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Cellphones, Rumors, moto g, Motorola,

Word on the street has it that Motorola is working on a new smartphone that sports a 4.3” display, where this alleged handset will arrive in three different models – the single SIM XT1021, the dual SIM XT1022, and the XT1025 that sports dual SIM capability in addition to digital TV ability. Apparently, all three models have already picked up the nod of approval by the relevant Brazilian authorities, which means we ought to be able to get a closer look at them soon.

The exact resolution count of the new handset’s alleged 4.3” display has not been revealed, but a screenshot tip off did show off other features that we would most definitely be interested in – including the Android 4.4 KitKat operating system, a dual-core 1.2GHz processor, a 5MP shooter at the back, 1GB RAM, 4GB of internal memory that will, in all probability, be able to be expanded via a microSD memory card slot, and a 1,900 mAh battery to keep you going.

These are also said to be extremely thin in nature, so the big question is, will they launch in May? It really is a matter of waiting it out now. From what we have heard on the grapevine, these handsets will measure 4.91” x 2.55” x 0.24”, which would mean it is really, really slim.

Motorola To Introduce XT1021, XT1022 And XT1025 In May (Rumor) , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Cellphones, Rumors, Motorola,

At this point in time, if you are looking for plenty of bang for your hard earned buck when it comes to purchasing a smartphone, perhaps those of you who are peering down the Android barrel might want to check out Motorola’s Moto G handset. It is hands down, at the moment, the best value for money one can obtain where an Android-powered smartphone is concerned. Even better yet is Republic Wireless stepping forward to offer the Motorola Moto G for a mere $149 without having you to be hooked to a contract, and this will come in the form of the 8GB model.

Republic Wireless happens to be a unique MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator) that relies on both VoIP calls over Wi-Fi as well as Sprint’s network for roaming capability. Of course, if you think that 8GB is not enough for you, there is always the option to bring home a 16GB model, which will cost $30 more. It is a no-brainer as to which particular version you should pick up, especially since $30 might not go very far in this day and age, no thanks to inflation and the ilk.

Republic Wireless do have plans that start from $25 monthly for unlimited calling, texts, and 3G data, and those who want 4G connectivity can do so for $40 per month. It makes no sense to jump aboard the 4G bandwagon since the Moto G is 3G only though.

Motorola Moto G For $149 Unlocked Via Republic Wireless , original content from Ubergizmo, Filed in Cellphones, moto g, Motorola,

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