VZW Brings Wireless Joy to the World with the MOTO Z6c Slider Phone:

Press Release Source: Verizon Wireless


Verizon Wireless Brings Wireless Joy to the World with the MOTO Z6c Slider Phone
Wednesday December 5, 9:30 am ET
Motorola's Z6c from Verizon Wireless is Now Available and Packed for International Travel with Global Roaming Capabilities


BASKING RIDGE, N.J., and SCHAUMBURG, Ill., Dec. 5 /PRNewswire/ -- Verizon Wireless, the leading wireless company with the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, and Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT - News) today announced the availability of the MOTO(TM) Z6c world edition, an eye-catching slider sensation that holiday shoppers can now get exclusively from Verizon Wireless. The stunningly slim and sophisticated Z6c adds global connectivity, comes with advanced mobile phone technology and multimedia features, and is available today online at Cell Phones, Cell Phone Plans, Cell Phone Accessories - Verizon Wireless and through business sales. The MOTO Z6c will be available in Verizon Wireless Communications Stores on Dec. 12.

For customers traveling within the GSM network coverage area outside of the U.S. provided by Verizon Wireless' global roaming partners, the Z6c gives customers on-the-go connectivity to the people that matter most to them. Verizon Wireless' high-speed CDMA network supports the Z6c while it's in the U.S. and in more than 22 other countries that use CDMA technology.

The Z6c features fast and intuitive multimedia capabilities, and its espresso casing with a high-gloss front and soft-touch back makes it stylish for all jet setters. For video and music enthusiasts, the Z6c is equipped with the ability to access V CAST Video, Verizon Wireless' multimedia service with news, sports and entertainment video clips, 3D games and more; and V CAST Music, which offers access to more than 2.4 million songs that can be purchased and downloaded over-the-air, directly from the phone, while in the V CAST coverage area. In addition, to fully-enhance the music experience, the Z6c supports stereo Bluetooth® wireless technology and can be paired with a compatible Bluetooth-enabled headset like the MOTOROKR(TM) S9. The Z6c also features a 2.0 megapixel camera, 2-inch QVGA display, and supports up to 4 GB of optional removable memory -- making the Z6c an essential carry-on for the budding photographer capturing and sharing photos and videos of international journeys.

Global Service

Staying in touch has never been so convenient or so affordable. To use the MOTO Z6c outside of the U.S., customers should dial *611 (800-922-0204) from their Verizon Wireless phones to add global service to their calling plans before they leave home. International charges are $1.29 or $2.49 per minute for calls in more than 180 countries, while international text messages are only 25 cents per message.

Availability

The MOTO Z6c is available exclusively through Verizon Wireless for $179.99 after $50 rebate and a new two-year customer agreement. For more information on Verizon Wireless products and services, visit a Verizon Wireless Communications Store, call 1-800-2 JOIN IN or go to Cell Phones, Cell Phone Plans, Cell Phone Accessories - Verizon Wireless.

About Verizon Wireless

Verizon Wireless operates the nation's most reliable wireless voice and data network, serving 63.7 million customers. The largest U.S. wireless company and largest wireless data provider, based on revenues, Verizon Wireless is headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 68,000 employees nationwide. The company is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE: VZ - News) and Vodafone (NYSE and LSE: VOD - News News). Find more information on the Web at Cell Phones, Cell Phone Plans, Cell Phone Accessories - Verizon Wireless. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at http://www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of seamless mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you connect simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering "must have" products, "must do" experiences and powerful networks -- along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $42.8 billion in 2006. For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit Motorola.



Link: Verizon Wireless Brings Wireless Joy To The World With The MOTO Z6c Slider Phone

[Sqube]

First of all, it really looks like Vodafone's influence is starting to expand within Verizon's hierarchy. Opening up the network next year, going with LTE for 4G high-speed data... I'm liking what's happening here. Making a phone like this, even with the locked-down Verizon UI, is a very positive step.

Those international charges seem like they could add up quite quickly; I don't know if that's par for the course as far as this type of thing is concerned, though. More importantly, can you run any international simcard in this phone, or is it exclusive to Vodafone?

[Mog]

I love the name, too.

Forget the MOTORAZR, MOTOKRZR, or MOTOPEBL...here comes the MOTOMOTO!

I'm not sure why they didn't just call it a RIZR, because that's what it is. Motorola's naming scheme takes another turn for the convoluted.

[christyxcore]

lol...MOTOMOTO.

Seriously, why didn't they just call it RIZR? That's what it technically is...

[Sqube]

Maybe Motorola's finally trying to get away from that RAZR naming convention.

For those keeping score at home, that would be a good thing.