Motorola MOTO Z9 Phone, Red (AT&T)

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Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 4 x 2.1 x 0.6 inches ; 3.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001LF46U8
• Item model number: Z9
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #13,580 in Cell Phones & Service (See Bestsellers in Cell Phones & Service)

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Product Description

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Slide into high style and lightning fast multimedia with the power-packed Motorola RIZR Z9 in fashionable metallic red. The next step in the evolution of its RIZR line of slider-style phones, the MOTO Z9 offers super-fast downloads and multimedia streaming via AT&T's 3G HSDPA network, which makes it easy to download music purchased from AT&T Mobile Music, stream tunes from Napster and eMusic, and watch video streamed from CNN and Comedy Central via AT&T's Cellular Video. It also supports AT&T's Video Share service, which offers a one-way video stream during a mobile-to-mobile phone call. And you'll be able to get to where you're going fast with the integrated Assisted GPS (A-GPS) receiver and support for AT&T Navigator software and service.

A sibling to Motorola's RAZR 2 V9 phone, the MOTO Z9 shares many of its features, including a sleek stainless steel body, CrystalTalk noise reduction technology, 2.0-megapixel camera (with video capture capabilities), Bluetooth connectivity for streaming music and photo printing, MicroSD memory card expansion (up to 8 GB), access to your personal email and instant messenger services, digital audio player, and full duplex speakerphone.

Get high-speed data access via AT&T's ultra-fast 3G broadband network.

The sleek MOTO Z9 effortlessly slides open.

AT&T Service
This AT&T phone can handle high-speed data connectivity via AT&T's 3G mobile broadband data network, which is available in most major metropolitan areas. The AT&T 3G network uses the dual-band 850/1900 MHz 3G network (UMTS/HSDPA), which provides download speeds ranging from 700 Kbps to 1.7 Mbps, and upload speeds ranging from 500 Kbps to 1.2 Mbps. This makes it possible to enjoy a variety of feature-rich wireless multimedia services, and it gives you the advantage of offering simultaneous voice and data services.

In areas where the 3G network is not available, you'll continue to receive service on the AT&T EDGE network, which offers availability in more than 13,000 US cities and along some 40,000 miles of major highways. Providing average data speeds between 75-135Kbps, it's fast enough to support a wide range of advanced data services, including video and music clips, full picture and video messaging, high-speed color Internet access, and email on the go. You'll also enjoy quad-band GSM connectivity, which allows you to make calls in more than 190 countries and access data applications in the more than 135 countries where AT&T offers international data roaming.

With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Video Share service, which enables you to send a live, one-way video stream to another compatible phone during a standard voice call. The service also allows you to switch the direction of the video stream during the same phone call. (Customers must be in an area served by the company's 3G network and have a Video Share-enabled phone.) While using Video Share with family and friends is a fun way to communicate, it's also very useful for business. For example, a majority of users in the architecture, engineering and construction industries rated the ability to share live video through Video Share highly, according to research commissioned by AT&T. Video Share lets you see progress on a job site or review the day's work without having to drive from an office or other site to do so.

You can take advantage of the AT&T Navigator GPS software and service, a full-featured premium navigation application that includes audible turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates and re-routing options, and 3D moving maps (additional charges applicable). AT&T Navigator offers several other features to make your commute more enjoyable and reliable, including mobile access to Yellowpages.com. Additionally, AT&T Navigator is the only mobile phone-based GPS service that provides integrated speech recognition for address entry and points of interest search.

With 3G connectivity, you'll be able to access AT&T's Cellular Video (CV) service and the Internet while on the go. Cellular Video features content from CNN, The Weather Channel, iFilm, Comedy Central and exclusive premium content from HBO and much more. And you get access to AT&T Mobile Music, which enables you to buy tracks while on the, access the Napster and eMusic subscription music services, stream music video, discover what's playing with Music ID song-recognition software, and find out what's hot with The Buzz music news portal.

The phone has a built-in web browser for MEdia Net downloads and mobile web browsing. AT&T's MEdia Net service enables you to receive and send emails, read news headlines, get weather updates, download games and ringtones, and more.

Phone Features
The MOTO Z9 has a large, brightly colorful 2.4-inch screen with a 240 x 320-pixel resolution and a depth of 262K colors. With the redesigned, more intelligent interface, you'll be able to search for contacts faster and avoid duplicate entries for the same person while allowing contacts to have multiple numbers. The customizable main menu means you're never more than 2 to 3 clicks away from your favorite applications. And text messaging is easier, with the MOTO Z9 recognizing what type of message you are sending.

The innovative CrystalTalk technology automatically accounts for background noise during a call and adjusts the audio quality based on ambient noise conditions to provide the optimal conversational experience. CrystalTalk also reduces the volume of the background noise picked up by the microphone during a call, making it possible to be more easily heard over the phone while in a noisy environment.

The 2.0-megapixel camera includes an 8x digital zoom and it can automatically snap up to eight new pictures--letting you choose the best image from a complete series of pictures. You can even print photos wirelessly to a Bluetooth-compatible printer with just a few menu selections. It also features a self-timer, free memory space indicator, color effects, night mode for low-light shots, and five shutter sounds (with a silent mode).

The MOTO Z9 is also an impressive video camcorder, providing up to QCIF resolution (176 x 144 pixels). It also gives you the option of choosing the video format, which offers different frame rates--25 fps for MPEG and H263 and 15 fps for WMV and Real. You can record video for as long as you have available space on your MicroSD/MicroSDHC memory card (which offers compatibility with cards up to 8 GB).

This phone provides Bluetooth version 2.0 wireless connectivity, and includes profiles for communication headset, handsfree car kits, and photo printing. With the A2DP Bluetooth profile, you can stream your music to a pair of compatible Bluetooth stereo headphones. You can connect your laptop (either via Bluetooth or wired USB) and enjoy dial-up networking--surf the Internet, send email, and access files from a server.

In addition to voice calls, text messaging, and MMS capability, the phone is also compatible with mobile email from AOL, Yahoo!, Windows Live, and Bell South accounts, as well as instant messaging (IM) from the AIM, Windows Live, and Yahoo! services. The embedded iTap predictive text entry technology makes it easier for entering text on handsets--a plus for mobile email and text messaging users. Other features include:

• 45 MB internal memory
• Support for caller groups, multiple numbers per contact, photo ID, and ringer ID
• Polyphonic and MP3 ringtones with vibrate silent mode
• Music format support: MP3, AAC, and WMA (as well as protected WMA-DRM)
• PIM functions including calendar, calculator, alarm clock, and world clock
• USB 2.0 wired connectivity, with mass storage capability
• Bluetooth profiles: A2DP (stereo music streaming), AVRC (remote control), HFP (hands-free car kits), HSP (communication headsets), BIP (for sending images to another device), BPP (basic printing profile for text, email), DUN (dial-up networking), FTP (file transfer), OPP (object push for business cards, calendar items, and pictures)

Vital Statistics
The Motorola RIZR Z9 weighs 4.9 ounces and measures 4.48 x 2.11 x 0.55 inches. Its 950 mAh lithium-ion battery is rated at up to 4 hours of talk time, and up to 13 days of standby time. It runs on the 850/900/1800/1900 GSM/GPRS/EDGE frequencies as well as the 850/1900 MHz 3G UMTS/HSDPA frequencies.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Z9 - Solid but Problems, December 29, 2008

By	Cynthia Dines "lovemuch" (Carmichael, CA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The back of the phone easily slides off when opening the phone (sliding up). I took the phone back to the AT&T store; they tried another back, and it came off, too. They told me to call the Warranty ph #; those folks told me I must have damaged the phone, which voided the warranty. I was told this by two people.
I like the feel of the phone - it's heavy-weight. The buttons are easy to use without selecting the wrong button. The menus are easy and intuitive. The video is so-so.
I also bought an 8G micro SD card, but the phone would not read it. Again, AT&T told me that this is because the phone will only read up to 4G. Not true, according to the manual!
Maybe my problem is with AT&T and not the phone! Anyhow, there's really nothing flashy about the phone. I do use it to access info on the web, and I use the camera quite a bit. The pictures are pretty good for a cell phone camera.

3.0 out of 5 stars good phone, poor battery life, worse AT&T support, June 13, 2009

By	Daniel A. Nolan "XMNR" (Key West, Conch Republic) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Upgraded to this after wearing out 3rd Razr, it appears to be more durable, somewhat heavier with a fine camera & Internet access - but battery definitely won't last a full day & night. Perhaps spoiled by Razr, which lasted sometimes 3 days, this is not good. And, AT&T failed to provide relief, delaying my problems until it was past the 30-day trial period, then refusing to exchange it for another Razr. Living with it, but will definitely be dumping AT&T when subscription ends.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Moto Z9 - not a phone for texting .., January 16, 2009

By	Reverend Mosnar - See all my reviews

.. and that's about the only thing I find lacking.

Note: primary use for this phone: business and personal calls, camera, Bluetooth, minor texting (under 200 /mo.)

Purchased this phone from AT&T about a month ago after my LG VU ceased operations in a bizarre manner (no more touch screen phones for me!). AT&T warranty claims I must have dropped it (no markings on the outer shell at all) and insurance would only replace it with the same model. Customer service, however, allowed me to take an early upgrade and gave me the contract price for a new phone!

Originally I was looking to the Razor2 (primarily because of battery life) but the local outlet was out of stock so, upon advice that the Z9 was essentially the same phone in a different form factor, out I walked with the Z9 planning to call in a few days to see if they had stock of the Razor2 and take advantage of the "Buyers Remorse" clause.

I have grown to truly appreciate this phone; great battery life, nice form factor, easy to use and, for most of my calls, never have to open the slider.

Oddly, this phone gets better signal reception than either my former Razor V3XX or the LG VU. Magic Sniper Elves, I suspect ..