Motorola is about to put in the Spanish market which we consider most important phone manufacturer in a long time, we discussed the Motorola Milestone, symbolizing their commitment to the highest level Android.
In the middle of last month knew that Motorola Milestone in March would be among us, and that the price of free terminal would be approximately 500 euros. But now, thanks to the interview he has granted us Oscar Rodriguez, CEO of Motorola Spain, we are able to confirm you that information, and to present that Orange is the operator with the phone lands in Spain today.
It is best to know this information and other details mentioned first in the interview:
The most anticipated phone in our country by Motorola is the Milestone, is scheduled to depart for the month of March at a price of 500 euros free. Many people are interested in knowing this information to evaluate your purchase, or wait several competitors that have been shifting in recent months, talk of the Nexus One and new models HTC, could realize these data?
Milestone will be available on the open market at 499 euros for PVPrecommended in late March. On the other hand, has also just announced the launch of Motorola Milestone through Orange.In this case, the terminal will be available from 0 €, depending on the contract.
The agreement to include Milestone in Android’s portfolio of Orange is very positive for both. For us is a vital ally in our launch strategy Milestone and allow us to offer the terminal to the millions of Orange customers. In this sense, we are very excited about this agreement and the Motorola Milestone is a terminal that has generated much excitement and is perfect for users who want to enjoy an experience of navigation and communication and complete satisfaction.
MILESTONE preceded comes not only from a blockbuster, but media awards given by some very prestigious as Time magazine named “Gadget of the Year 2009″ outpacing other terminals on the market longer.
… Time magazine named “Gadget of the Year 2009″ …
Speaking about the competition, we have had occasion to test the phone, and differences with other alternatives in terms of quality are not very large, we would say that the price or the buyer’s own taste will be determining factors, and we believe that sales going to be very close, how much Motorola’s future depends on the success of this mobile and how much they expect to sell in Spain to be considered a success?
At Motorola, we are confident that Milestone is a very comprehensive Smartphone is called to establish itself as a benchmark in the segment. In terms of software, is the first Android 2.1, which arrived in Spain, with the competitive edge it takes. And at the hardware level, I think the design and features are very comprehensive and cover all the needs of our users. Milestone combines a 3.7-inch multi touch screen (larger than the other terminals Android available), with keyboard QWERTY slider thinner market.
All these characteristics have made MILESTONE be a success in U.S. sales In little over a month has sold more than 1.6 million units, making it one of the best releases of recent years. And Motorola has allowed the re-occupy its rightful place at the forefront of the industry. For us MILESTONE combines great career in the design of Motorola with the unique experience that provides the user with Android.
… Has sold more than 1.6 million units, making it one of the best releases of recent years …
The publicity campaign of the device in the U.S. has been very strong, it is true that it was made with the operator Verizon and our country do not know any carriers that are made with terminal services. In view that relations exist with the Motorola Movistar Dexter, and who have no high-end terminal Android, are you discussing with them the possibility to include the Milestone in its line of terminals?, What with other operators?
Today we announced that Orange will be the exclusive carrier for the launch of Motorola Milestone. For us it is a landmark agreement that will help us launch a campaign of very innovative and very user-centric online.
The agreement with Orange will allow us to have a presence in one of their stores more representative and better positioned. Will also support the launch of a program of pre-booking through Orange’s online channel.
Returning to the aforementioned theme of advertising, we would like to know if you have planned a special effort for the Motorola Milestone. And by extension, to other terminals you going to put in our market do not yet know what a list as extensive as Quench, Devour, Backflip, or Motoroi. Aclárenos some of these doubts, if possible.
MILESTONE have an advertising campaign in several areas, including the Internet media. Now is not the time yet to announce further developments, but our plan is to expand our catalog of Android in both the upper range as in the mass market.
Throughout this year we will launch new products covering various segments of the Smartphone category and we will provide a very competitive catalog appealing to different user profiles.
We would like the accessories that accompany the MILESTONE in Spain, for example multimedia station and whether they will be available from day one and the price will be.
The multimedia-based Milestone converts a digital clock, media player and alarm clock, with a movement as simple as connecting to the database. It also allows the terminal to charge the battery without having to use a regular charger. I think the advantage for the user is clear, especially for people who work all day and make intensive use of your Smartphone.
In Spain we decided that the media base is included at no additional cost to the packaging of each Milestone sold. In addition, users can purchase separately the car holder, which allows to easily use the functions of GPS and handsfree Milestone.
In Spain we decided that the media base is included at no additional cost to the packaging of each Milestone sold.
The first bet in Spain of a new Motorola Android and Motorola has been Motoblur Dexter, “is meeting expectations? Could provide sales figures?
Two years ago, Motorola decided to stop the production line to think about the future of the company and totally renew our product line. The market was changing and we had to establish a change of course. Android cling so hard was a risky decision but I think over time it became clear that it was a success. No one doubts the potential of Android to become the benchmark for mobile operating systems.
It is true that this timeout placed us in a difficult position and introduce a product so new it is always difficult. Even so, the terminal is following a positive line of progression since its launch.
Returning to Motorola MILESTONE, what is the reason for that is not a terminal “With Google” in Europe, and if this may result in updates regarding the American Droid Motorola.Do we have Google Maps Navigation?
MILESTONE is a terminal that offers the complete Google experience. There is no difference between the experience offered by the American Droid and MILESTONE Europe. The decision not to include the tag “With Google” on the case was solely due to logistical reasons that have delayed the launch in Europe and not in any way affect the use and terminal upgrades.
As you know, Google Maps Navigation is only available in U.S., but we hope the service will soon spread to Europe. Once available, install will be as easy as downloading any other app on the Android market.
The decision not to include the tag “With Google” on the case was solely due to logistical reasons that have delayed the launch.
Another issue which we have talked a long time since Motorola announced that all terminals would update to Android 2.1, is the specific date on which will be available, and if the Motorola Milestone come with it. I would also like to know your opinion of Flash, apparently only the Motorola Milestone will be able to use the technology.
Motorola MILESTONE will be the first default and including the day of release version 2.1 of Android.Still nothing announced for other updates.
Motorola is involved in software development in this generation with its MotoBlur interface, what improvements we see in the future in the interface?, Are being developed more widgets?, Is associated Motoblur Android phones more affordable for the signature ?
Motoblur is a very strong commitment of the company. It is a platform created by Motorola and offers a unique experience, allowing the user to integrate all social life in a single screen.
Throughout the year new terminal will Motoblur reaching that aim to meet the expectations of those users who want to be able to comfortably manage all your social life from their mobile phones. We believe it is a platform that will say much the medium term and that is very appealing to certain user profiles very involved in the world of Web 2.0.
Obviously Motoblur include improvements and upgrades in the future but still we have nothing to announce.
Will be the first to include default and from the day of release version 2.1 of Android.
The presentation was present Nexus One Sanjay Jha, CEO of the company, and reported that a Motorola phone in the store would sell Google, can you tell us what will advance?
Sorry, we do not have that information.
Although it seems that, for other companies there is life beyond Android, Are you interested in Windows Motorola Phone 7 Series? What about other operating systems?
Motorola was among the first manufacturers to bet on Android and we have been a wise decision.However, Windows Phone 7 is a very interesting platform with great potential, and Microsoft has been a very important partner for us. Of course, we do not rule terminals launch this platform in the future but right now our big bet is Android.
Phone … Windows 7 is a very interesting platform with great potential …, do not rule out this platform to launch terminal in the future
These days the news that more is gaining attention is the demand from Apple to HTC for infringing 20 of its patents, which indirectly seems to affect Google and your operating system.Motorola What’s your opinion about this situation?
It is a matter that must be resolved by competent legal channels. For our part we have no comments to make about this.
This question has no answer I think right now, but I’d like to know Motorola’s own view of the rumors circulating the web about the next Google phone, called the Nexus Two, will be manufactured by Motorola
Our company policy does not allow us to comment on rumors and speculation. At this point there is no announcement about it, so I can not speak on the subject.
We finished the interview, and I hope that was of interest. From here I would like to thank Oscar Rodriguez of the time we devoted to their realization, and the interesting information we can share with you.
With regard to tariffs, we inform you that you can make a provisional booking terminal from today, March 22, exclusively through Orange’swebsite. Users who book Milestone Motorola may acquire compulsorily with a data rate mobile Internet Plus (12 euros / month) from zero euros with portability 24h Flat Rate (share of 59 euros per month) and spent 24 months during which they will necessary to maintain the same rate voice 18 months.