Yesterday the Moto Z and Moto Z Force handsets were announced. Customers interested in them can purchase it unlocked but here’s something to take note of: the unlocked models will only work on GSM networks
Motorola confirmed that the handset will be compatible only with GSM networks - like AT&T and T-Mobile. Thus, the phone won't work on CDMA carriers (Verizon, Sprint, and US Cellular are included here).
Read more Motorola Announces Moto Z and Moto Z Force
However it should be noted that Motorola has also announced the Droid Edition models of the Moto Z and Moto Z Force. These are handsets specific to Verizon so if you have to use Verizon’s network, then these are your only options, which also means that as far as the four major US carriers are concerned, Sprint seems to be the only one left out.
Moto Z Specs:
Processor: Snapdragon 820 (1.8 GHz or 2.2 GHz quad-core)
Storage: 32 or 64 GB expandable to 200GB
RAM: 4 GB
Battery: 2600 mAh
Connectivity: USB type-C
Screen: 5.5″, 2560 x 1440p
Dimensions: 6.11 x 2.96 x 0.20 in.
Weight: 4.70 oz
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Camera (rear) 13 MP
Camera (front) 5 MP
Moto Z Force Specs:
Processor: Snapdragon 820 (2.2 GHz quad-core)
Storage: 32 or 64 GB expandable to 200GB
RAM: 4 GB
Battery: 3500 mAh
Connectivity: USB type-C
Screen: 5.5″, 2560 x 1440p
Dimensions: 6.14 x 2.98 x 0.28 in.
Weight: 5.75 oz
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Camera (rear): 21 MP
Camera (front) 5 MP
Motorola has yet to announce the price of the Moto Z, though it's said that the handset will be cheaper than flagship smartphones from Apple or Samsung - which means it could cost under $600 unlocked.
source: phonearena, ubergizmo
Motorola confirmed that the handset will be compatible only with GSM networks - like AT&T and T-Mobile. Thus, the phone won't work on CDMA carriers (Verizon, Sprint, and US Cellular are included here).
Read more Motorola Announces Moto Z and Moto Z Force
However it should be noted that Motorola has also announced the Droid Edition models of the Moto Z and Moto Z Force. These are handsets specific to Verizon so if you have to use Verizon’s network, then these are your only options, which also means that as far as the four major US carriers are concerned, Sprint seems to be the only one left out.
Moto Z Specs:
Processor: Snapdragon 820 (1.8 GHz or 2.2 GHz quad-core)
Storage: 32 or 64 GB expandable to 200GB
RAM: 4 GB
Battery: 2600 mAh
Connectivity: USB type-C
Screen: 5.5″, 2560 x 1440p
Dimensions: 6.11 x 2.96 x 0.20 in.
Weight: 4.70 oz
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Camera (rear) 13 MP
Camera (front) 5 MP
Moto Z Force Specs:
Processor: Snapdragon 820 (2.2 GHz quad-core)
Storage: 32 or 64 GB expandable to 200GB
RAM: 4 GB
Battery: 3500 mAh
Connectivity: USB type-C
Screen: 5.5″, 2560 x 1440p
Dimensions: 6.14 x 2.98 x 0.28 in.
Weight: 5.75 oz
Operating System: Android 6.0 Marshmallow
Camera (rear): 21 MP
Camera (front) 5 MP
Motorola has yet to announce the price of the Moto Z, though it's said that the handset will be cheaper than flagship smartphones from Apple or Samsung - which means it could cost under $600 unlocked.
source: phonearena, ubergizmo