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Motorola Adds MSG Family of Companies to Partnerships Portfolio

Expansive partnerships across Motorola and Lenovo designed to reach new audiences and elevate consumer engagement

Through an expansive partnership with the Madison Square Garden Family of Companies, Motorola has opened the door for exciting new opportunities for brand growth and visibility within North America.

Motorola and parent company Lenovo today announced a combined collaboration with MSG Sports, MSG Entertainment, and Sphere Entertainment that leverages MSG’s world-class venues, resources, and properties for One Lenovo brand amplification and the creation of  unforgettable consumer experiences.

a comprehensive alliance 

From Chicago to New York to Nevada, the multifaceted Motorola partnership will extend our brand’s visibility across the MSG Family of Companies’ venues and digital assets, including commercial spots on MSG Networks and digital boards and marquees both inside and outside The Garden and The Chicago Theatre. Additionally, Motorola will capitalize on the prominent advertising space on the iconic Sphere in Las Vegas. This represents an unprecedented marketing opportunity that will provide substantial visibility and a distinctive, innovative method to display our brand and products to a wide audience.

 

As an Official Partner of MSG, the Knicks, Rangers, and MSG Networks, Motorola will also become the exclusive title partner of the VIP seating areas at Knicks and Rangers home games. “Celebrity Row presented by motorola razr” will be prominently featured across the premium seats and will gain exposure on social media, The Garden’s center-hung display, and during select Knicks and Rangers broadcasts on MSG Networks throughout the season.

Celebrity Row at Madison Square Garden presented by motorola razr

To further engage the sports and lifestyle community and spotlight our newest smartphones, Motorola will also introduce a new VIP Photo Booth backstage for celebrities and spearhead unique influencer activities at games and events held at The Garden. 

messages from our executives

“This dynamic collaboration with the MSG Family of Companies furthers Motorola’s momentum in North America by enabling us to forge new connections and expand our presence in some of the world’s most vibrant cities,” said Rudi Kalil, President of Motorola North America. “By leveraging MSG’s world-class venues, resources, and properties, we are opening up new opportunities for brand growth and visibility, and we are setting the stage for unique and unforgettable consumer experiences.”

“With a nearly 150-year history, the world knows Madison Square Garden as a place to experience the unforgettable, so partnering with the Garden and the MSG Family of Companies was a natural choice for Lenovo,” said Ryan McCurdy, Senior Vice President and President of Lenovo North America. “We are thrilled to elevate those unforgettable experiences by bringing our cutting-edge technology solutions to these state-of-the-art properties. Through this multi-year partnership, our iconic brands will work together to enhance the fan experience, reach new audiences through compelling storytelling, all while making a real impact on the community.”

“Partnering with Lenovo and Motorola, two globally recognized technology brands, is a natural fit for the MSG Family of Companies as we continue to push the boundaries of innovation in sports and entertainment across our portfolio,” said Jamaal Lesane, Chief Operating Officer, MSG Sports, who oversees partnerships for the MSG Family of Companies. “Together, we will both further our shared commitment of giving back in meaningful ways to the local communities we serve, and drive significant value for our businesses through high-profile brand exposure opportunities.”

don’t miss a beat

Be sure to watch this strategic partnership come to life by following Madison Square Garden’s Facebook, X, Instagram, and Tik Tok in addition to Motorola’s Facebook, X, Instagram, and Tik Tok.

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Lenovo becomes Global Partner of Formula 1® in renewed deal

Berlin, Germany – 5 September 2024 – Formula 1® and Lenovo have today announced the extension of its partnership that will see the technology giant elevated to a Global Partner in a multi-year renewal starting from the beginning of 2025.  As part of the deal, Motorola, a subsidiary of Lenovo Group, will become Global Smartphone Partner of F1.

As a Global Partner of Formula 1, Lenovo will continue to provide F1 with state-of-the-art technology devices, solutions and services to support the delivery of Grands Prix at track and remotely. Under the agreement, Lenovo will serve as the title sponsor for two races per season and Lenovo and Motorola will have increased trackside branding at events.

Since 2022, Lenovo technology has been at the heart of F1’s operations as an Official Partner. Through its on-site High-Performance Computing (HPC) solutions, servers and edge devices, Lenovo has been supporting Formula 1 in its delivery of its best-in-class broadcast product, bringing the drama and excitement of F1 to millions of fans around the world, with a truly global team that’s always-on. Lenovo hardware – including laptops, workstations, desktop computers and monitors, as well as tablets and Motorola smartphones – provide F1 staff with high-quality equipment to create engaging, customised content for the sport’s ever expanding and passionate fanbase.

Additionally, Lenovo’s Asset Recovery Service supports F1’s wider sustainability strategy, alongside its efforts to reduce emissions and reach Net Zero by 2030. Lenovo’s Asset Recovery Service helps ensure that retired computing hardware is recycled in a socially and environmentally conscious manner. Since the beginning of the partnership, F1 has sustainably disposed 95% of obsolete hardware, which ultimately helps to reduce costs and mitigate security risks through reliable data destruction with enhanced security.

Throughout the partnership, Lenovo has aimed to integrate smarter technology into the sport. The world’s first kiss-activated trophies at the FORMULA 1 LENOVO JAPANESE GRAND PRIX 2023 and FORMULA 1 LENOVO UNITED STATES GRAND PRIX 2023, along with this year’s laurel wreath design, combining tradition and innovation, elevated the podium celebrations and serve as strong symbols of Lenovo’s drive for purposeful design and cutting-edge technology.

In recent years, F1 has seen a significant growth in popularity, with increased television audiences, record attendance and fan engagement across all platforms. Both F1 and Lenovo share a commitment to sustainability and the exploration of next generation technologies, like Lenovo AI PCs, AI-enabled Motorola smartphones and AR/VR solutions.

Through direct collaboration between F1’s technical teams and Lenovo’s Centres of Excellence, highly innovative solutions are being found to a variety of challenges, such as the use of onsite and Edge Compute AI solutions to improve operational efficiency during live F1 broadcasts. Together, F1 and Lenovo will continue to build on years of successful collaboration to develop the future of the sport.

Stefano Domenicali, CEO and President of Formula 1 said:

“I am delighted that Lenovo will become a Global Partner of Formula 1. Since joining the sport Lenovo’s creativity and passion for technology and innovation have supported F1’s ambitions to create more once-in-a-lifetime moments for fans. Today marks a new chapter in a partnership that will only continue to grow from strength to strength. I look forward to continuing our work with Lenovo and using our shared commitment to precision, innovation, and sustainability to ensure F1 remains the world’s most technologically advanced sport for years to come.”

Yang Yuanqing, Chairman & CEO of Lenovo, said:

“We are thrilled to elevate our partnership to the next level becoming a Global Partner of Formula 1. Our vision at Lenovo is to harness the power of AI to create a smarter, more inclusive, and sustainable world, accessible to everyone. Through our groundbreaking partnerships, like the one with Formula 1, we are pushing the boundaries of innovation and performance. Together, we’re not just shaping the future of technology and motorsport, but we’re also ensuring that cutting-edge technological advancements benefit all, creating unforgettable experiences no matter where they are in the world.”

Luca Rossi, President of Intelligent Devices Group, Lenovo, said:

“When we embarked on our journey with F1 three years ago, we knew they were the right partner for Lenovo as our brand values seamlessly aligned for a smarter, faster, and more sustainable future. Seeing our high-performance technology implemented across every level of the F1 organization fills us with pride, and our close collaboration together has just begun. We look forward to taking our partnership to newer heights and continue having Lenovo’s AI-ready hardware, as well as our solutions and services, transform and benefit the fan experience worldwide.”


About Formula 1®

Formula 1® racing began in 1950 and is the world’s most prestigious motor racing competition, as well as the world’s most popular annual sporting series. Formula One World Championship Limited is part of Formula 1® and holds the exclusive commercial rights to the FIA Formula One World Championship™. Formula 1® is a subsidiary of Liberty Media Corporation (NASDAQ: LSXMA, LSXMB, LSXMK, FWONA, FWONK, LLYVA, LLVYK) attributed to the Formula One Group tracking stock. The F1 logo, F1 FORMULA 1 logo, FORMULA 1, F1, FIA FORMULA ONE WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP, GRAND PRIX, PADDOCK CLUB and related marks are trademarks of Formula One Licensing BV, a Formula 1 company. All rights reserved.

About Lenovo

Lenovo is a US$57 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). To find out more visit https://lenovo.com and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.

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Three Point Play: Motorola Teams Up with Top College Athletics Departments

Motorola today announced a multi-year agreement with Learfield – a media and technology company powering college athletics – to become the Official Partner of Alabama Athletics, an Official Partner of Oklahoma Athletics, and an Official Corporate Sponsor of Texas Athletics.

The strategic alliance between Motorola and these powerhouse college athletics departments marks a pivotal step in bolstering our brand presence and accelerating growth throughout North America through student and fan engagement, custom content, and in-venue signage at each of the three campuses.

The partnership will not only drive awareness for the new motorola razr family, but aims to enhance the Motorola brand through innovative campaigns and interactive experiences tailored to the interests and values of today’s younger generation.

an all-star partnership

As part of the partnership, Motorola will team up with Learfield Studios to create several unique branded content series with student-athletes at both Alabama and Oklahoma. Motorola will also create social brand advertising campaigns that will be distributed via each school’s official athletics accounts and digital platforms to further drive brand affinity and product engagement.

To reinforce our commitment to empowering the next generation of stars, Motorola will also fund various NIL (name, image, likeness) activities at all three partner schools, providing Crimson Tide, Sooners, and Longhorn student-athletes with brand ambassador opportunities that support and amplify Motorola’s partnership with their respective schools.

On-site activations will give Motorola an opportunity to connect with students and fans alike at football games at both Alabama and Texas in their premium on-campus gameday locations, Alabama’s Champions Lane and Texas’ Bevo Blvd. In addition, Motorola will reach and engage with broad audiences through digital and static in-venue signage at football, men’s and women’s basketball, and various Olympic sports hosted on each of the three campuses.

words from our leaders 

“Strategic partnerships are key to strengthening our brand, and by joining forces with these three prestigious athletic programs, we’re thrilled to engage with passionate students and collegiate fans nationwide,” said Motorola North America President Rudi Kalil. “This collaboration not only expands our reach to a Gen Z audience but also reinforces our commitment to the sports community by supporting the next generation of athletes who are pushing the boundaries in their sports, as we do with our technology.”

“Our partnership with Motorola provides a powerful opportunity to create authentic connections with students and fans of three of the biggest brands in college athletics,” Learfield Executive Vice President Shawn Hegan said. “We are excited to work with Motorola to help advance their brand and showcase the 2024 razr family in the college sports marketplace.”

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Don’t miss a single dunk or touchdown as we bring you closer to the action and rising star athletes! Follow Motorola on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook and X for exclusive, behind-the-scenes content and all the highlights.

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motorola x chicago cubs announce official jersey patch partnership

Hey Chicago, what do you say? The Cubs and Motorola are teaming up today! 

Motorola hit a home run with today’s announcement of a multi-year partnership with the Chicago Cubs, bringing an exciting new addition to our North American sports partnership portfolio and strengthening our brand connection with sports fans across the world. This new partnership not only aligns with Motorola’s growth strategy but also opens opportunities to drive consumer engagement with our brand and products. 

a grand slam deal

The partnership will bring the iconic Motorola “batwing” logo to all Cubs jerseys, both at home and on the road, which will drive strong visibility for the Motorola brand. The new team jerseys will make their debut tonight at Wrigley Field when the Cubs take on the St. Louis Cardinals.

In addition to being the Cubs’ first-ever Official Jersey Patch Partner, Motorola will have various in-ballpark signage elements, an endorsement deal with Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson, and fundraiser sponsorship opportunities with Cubs Charities. All of this will allow the Motorola brand to grow and connect with Cubs and sports fans both on and off the field.

To further drive engagement with Wrigley Field attendees, Motorola has a permanent space, the motorola razr room, at Gallagher Way next to the Cubs Team Store (3643 N. Clark St.). Currently, the space houses the Ryne Sandberg pop-up exhibit and offers opportunities to engage with the newest Motorola devices. Come September, the motorola razr room will be transformed into the Chicago Cubs Hall of Fame pop-up exhibit featuring memorabilia from Aramis Ramírez and Kerry Wood’s baseball career.

a message from our executives

“We took great care when it came to selecting a jersey patch partner and are thrilled to welcome back Chicago-based Motorola to the Cubs,” said Cubs Vice President of Corporate Partnerships Alex Seyferth. “When working through the jersey design, we put a lot of effort into making sure Motorola’s logo seamlessly integrated into the Cubs’ uniform, adjusting the colors of the batwing logo to match the Cubs brand. Through this partnership, we’re aligning two iconic Chicago brands through innovation and tradition.”

“As a company committed to innovation and offering unique experiences, Motorola is thrilled to strengthen our North American sports portfolio through this strategic collaboration with the Chicago Cubs,” said Rudi Kalil, President of Motorola North America. “This partnership isn’t just a milestone for Motorola and the Cubs; it represents Motorola’s broader commitment to enhance and grow our brand within the market and drive meaningful engagement with consumers. We’re confident that this partnership will propel us to new heights and further solidify our position in North America.”

keep up with the action

With Motorola also serving as the Official Smartphone Partner of the Cubs and Wrigley Field, the club’s social media channels will capture and post content from the new motorola razr+ smartphone. Follow the action on Facebook, X, Instagram and TikTok, and via #Cubs and #YouHaveToSeeIt.

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Motorola expands Indigenous languages support with addition of Ladin

Motorola and the Lenovo Foundation are committed to inclusion and smarter technology for all, and today we reaffirm this dedication with the expansion of our Indigenous Languages Support Initiative. As part of our ongoing efforts to raise awareness and empower Indigenous communities, Motorola is proud to announce the addition of Ladin, a minority language spoken in Italy’s Dolomites region (South of Tyrol), to the list of over 90 languages supported in our smartphones.

United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) estimates that one Indigenous language disappears every two weeks, resulting in the potential loss of around 3,000 unique languages by the end of the century. That’s why over the past three years, Motorola has been at the forefront of this mission, championing the revitalization of endangered languages across the globe.

With a focus on Europe for our latest phase of the Indigenous Languages Support Initiative, Motorola conducted extensive research to identify minority and endangered languages needing support. Among the languages considered, Ladin became a significant candidate, being one of the 12 officially recognized minority languages in Italy and one of three without a kinstate, or entity that is close to the region where their kin-groups reside. With only 30,000 speakers, UNESCO classifies Ladin as an endangered language.

“We’ve learned over the past few years that it is imperative that we work closely with the community of speakers and scholars that are passionate and committed to saving and promoting the language,” said Janine Oliveira, Executive Director of Software Globalization, Motorola. “This rang true for the Ladin community and made the decision to digitize the language in our devices easy.”

Ladin MotorolaMotorola worked alongside the Lenovo Foundation, and several translators and reviewers from the Ladin Institute, Micurá de Rü, led by Professor Paul Videsott, Professor for Romance Philology at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano (UNIBZ). “This will definitely help Ladin and other minority languages to be more visible,” said Professor Videsott. “Smartphones are like the pencil of the 21st century, and having minority languages, including Ladin, in the motorola edge 50 series, has the same importance of having a language in a book.”

Hello Indigenous whitepaper

At Motorola, we know indigenous populations are interacting with mobile technology and are one of many diverse groups that make up our valued consumer base. It’s why we started the project, as we aim to preserve human heritage and the unique histories of Indigenous cultures while empowering future generations. But we also believe we have a responsibility to inspire others to do the same. Through June 2024, Motorola has open-sourced over 1 million translated indigenous words, allowing other companies to promote these languages through their interfaces, furthering revitalization efforts worldwide.

Today, we’re also excited to share the latest version of our Hello Indigenous whitepaper written in partnership with Lenovo Foundation and UNESCO, serving as a blueprint for others to follow in their footsteps.

Ladin is the latest of several endangered languages that Motorola has added to its smartphone interface, including Kuvi and Kangri (spoken in regions of India), Cherokee (spoken in the United States), Kaingang (spoken in Brazil) and Nheengatu (spoken in the Amazon). Motorola remains committed to our mission of inclusion and cultural preservation, leveraging technology to bridge linguistic divides and foster a more diverse and interconnected world. To access the full data sets for each of our digitized endangered Indigenous languages, please visit: https://www.motorola.com/us/about/endangered-indigenous-languages-data-set

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Motorola introduces world’s first smartphones to feature Pantone™ Validated camera and display

Validations strengthen Motorola’s partnership with Pantone and extends color accuracy and expertise beyond hardware

The power of color is undeniable. Influencing what we wear and even how we think and feel, color is at the root of our every day. At Motorola, this belief has fueled our device approach and inspired our Pantone partnership. Since 2022, we’ve incorporated Pantone across our portfolio, bringing its impactful shades to consumers. From the motorola razr 40 ultra/razr+ sporting the Pantone Color of the Year 2024, PANTONE 13-1023 Peach Fuzz, to the motorola edge 40 neo debuting a full lineup of Pantone-curated colors, and the PANTONE 18-1750 Viva Magenta moto g84 5G, consumers can choose a smartphone based on Pantone to reflect their personal aesthetic, regardless of budget or style preference. 

Today, Motorola is moving beyond color and finish selection and pulling Pantone’s expertise into the device display and camera tuning with Pantone™ Validated and Pantone SkinTone™ Validated. These patent pending technology programs test a manufacturer’s device to ensure authentic, Pantone colors and skin tones. To pass Pantone’s strict grading criteria, the product’s camera or display must maintain the color fidelity of the diverse colors found in the Pantone PMS and SkinTone guides.

Essential for content creators, photographers and designers, these programs give consumers true colors that can help them tap into their creativity and bring their ideas to life. As reflected within the device technology, Pantone’s display and camera assessments are recognized on the new motorola edge 50 ultra and motorola edge 50 pro – the first world smartphones to receive these program accolades. 

“This next step in our Pantone partnership allows our users to capture and view color and skin tone on their smartphone and know that these shades are authentic and true-to-life,” Ruben Castano, Head of Customer Experience at Motorola, said. “It’s important for us to instill color confidence and strengthen inclusivity for our users, and we’re thrilled to lead the industry in this effort.”

By utilizing Pantone’s design prowess at each stage of device development, Motorola is delivering authentic colors to allow users to share their spectrum of experiences.

“We believe in creating product trust around skin tone and Pantone color fidelity and are gratified to see Motorola leading the way in leveraging these features within their devices,” Iain Pike, Senior Global Director of Product and Licensing at Pantone, said. “Expanding inclusion in the mobile space is meaningful, and we are excited to be a part of this development.”

Pantone™ Validated and Pantone SkinTone™ Validated features are now available on the motorola edge 50 ultra and motorola edge 50 pro. Stay tuned for more information on availability for future devices. 

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Motorola adds tennis star Taylor Fritz to its patch partnership roster

Motorola reinforces its dedication to tennis by announcing a new, grand-slam partnership with the No. 1 ranked American male tennis player Taylor Fritz. This strategic collaboration marks an exciting chapter in both Motorola’s commitment to sports sponsorship and Fritz’s remarkable career.

Beginning with his highly-anticipated performance at the Miami Open, March 17-31, Fritz will sport the iconic Motorola “batwing” logo on the right sleeve of his match uniform and warm-up kit.

Over the course of the multi-year partnership, the 26-year-old tennis star will also utilize the iconic motorola razr and will support Motorola through ongoing, strategic brand activities and campaigns that engage with tennis fans and brand fanatics across North America.  

“Taylor Fritz perfectly embodies the spirit and ethos of what our brand represents,” said Rudi Kalil, President and General Manager of North America at Motorola. “Not only does Fritz play with passion, strength, and determination, but he shares Motorola’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and redefining the status quo. We are thrilled to welcome him to the Motorola family.” 

“I am incredibly excited to be partnering with and representing such an iconic brand like Motorola,” said Taylor Fritz. “We share a commitment to excellence and passion for success, and I’m thrilled to be joining forces with a brand that continually supports the tennis community.” 

Launching himself into stardom and solidifying his place as the No. 1 US player, Fritz continues to capture the hearts and attention of sports fans around the world. With a career-high ranking of World #5 and currently #13, Fritz has consistently shown himself to be among the best players in the world and is a freight train heading for the world’s Top 3.

Follow Motorola and Taylor Fritz both on and off the court via social media for the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content throughout this exciting partnership.

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Motorola introduces new MotoTalk features with AI to increase productivity of retail teams

‘AI Image Recognition’ allows retailers and trade professionals to identify and quantify goods on shelves through the power of Artificial Intelligence. ‘AI Route Planning’’ complements AI driven inventory management and merchandising compliance with route optimization for time and fuel efficiency.

At CES 2024, Motorola introduces new AI features for MotoTalk, a software platform with a focus on increasing business productivity and team performance. Now, using AI technology, field teams can use Image Recognition and Route Planning to optimize their daily activities. As part of Motorola for Business portfolio, the new Moto Talk features empower an even more robust business productivity ecosystem, seamlessly providing features to enhance workplace efficiency.  

AI Image Recognition – Instantly scan and recognize images

With the ‘Image Recognition’ feature, field teams can identify and count the quantity of any product on the shelves, recognize and gather information on their prices and access share reports in each store, ensuring merchandising compliance and better sales management at different points of sale. With this feature, users can instantly access automatically generated metrics instead of waiting for manual survey data from employees at point of sale¹, increasing the productivity of promoters and employees at POS and in retail. 

AI Route Planning – Maximize efficiency and save time

Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, route planning strategically optimizes commercial routes, maximizing efficiency in terms of distance, time, and sales opportunities. This feature enables the generation of itineraries for different field teams in a fraction of the time that a manual planning takes, and the tool also summarizes the employee’s visits and performances in stores, saving workload for MotoTalk users.

Moto Talk increases business performance 

With MotoTalk, businesses will have one console to manage all of their teams’ devices, schedules and communications, including rich messaging features like PTT (push-to-talk).  MotoTalk removes communication silos and empowers employees to connect, collaborate and execute with reliable, rapid exchange of messaging. Additionally, Moto Talk offers comprehensive support services, to ensure Motorola for Business customers can focus on what matters most, their business. Lastly, MotoTalk provides end to end secure communications, ensuring that business communications are protected and kept private.

The MotoTalk service is multi-platform compatible with Android, iOS and Windows. The solution created by Motorola also offers other features, such as team management, electronic time sheets, real-time tracking and task management. The solutions offered are customizable for any segment or size company and can be suitable for the most diverse operations.

Motorola demonstrates Tech World AI concepts at CES 2024

At Lenovo Tech World ’23, Motorola took AI endeavors to another level introducing some exciting AI concepts. These new features, alongside Moto Talk AI solutions,  were showcased at CES 2024, demonstrating how Motorola is set to redefine consumers’ daily experiences. From generative AI wallpapers that breathe life into your device’s screen, to advanced AI privacy features like blurring out sensitive information, and even the magic touch of transforming crinkled receipts into pristine documents, it’s clear convenience is at the forefront of innovation. Moreover, with the ability to effortlessly summarize notes, emails, and chats, Motorola continues to forge ahead in its mission to deliver innovative, on-the-go solutions that enhance mobility, pocketability, and overall ease for consumers. 

Read more about Lenovo’s new AI product announcements at CES, including new ThinkPad, ThinkBook, ThinkCentre, Yoga, and gaming devices, on StoryHub.

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Motorola celebrates the 10th anniversary of moto g family with 200 millions of units sold

Today marks the remarkable milestone of Motorola’s 10-year journey in the mid-tier smartphone segment, and the numbers alone speak volumes. Over 200 million moto g devices have been sold worldwide. From the first moto g, we transformed the industry and along the way brought to life core brand values such as empowering users and making technology inclusive by consistently bringing premium experiences and innovations to more consumer segments.

In the past 10 years, the moto g family has fostered Motorola’s most loyal audience, our consumer centric approach has helped introduce the brand to millions of new consumers that see their needs and expectations solved by this family.

moto g, the first generation redefined the smartphone industry
When Motorola launched the first generation of moto g, users only had two options: settle for an underpowered mobile experience or an older premium smartphone with outdated specs. The first moto g was created to make premium technology more accessible to all, bringing a quad core processor, 1GB RAM and a fun design with replaceable covers. It also featured Motorola’s beloved moto gestures, which until then were only available in Motorola premium devices. 

moto g becomes a family with the introduction of the 4th generation

The introduction of the moto g4 was a significant milestone for the moto g series. Our research showed us that if we had different categories, consumers would prioritize certain features according to the device price points. Additionally, as the consumer need for the latest mobile technology grew across the globe, the franchise expanded to meet this need, delivering powerful devices in a larger range of price points. Moreover, consumers were empowered with Moto Maker. With Moto Maker, you could choose the back plate color, the accent color and a front plate color. You were also able to choose an engraving and customize the software greeting that you saw when the phone booted up. These features enabled you to customize your devices even further to fit your aesthetic. Notably, the moto g4 also set a new standard within the family by being the first moto g device to incorporate a fingerprint sensor and a PDAF camera system with laser autofocus which was otherwise only available to motorola consumers on our premium devices.

moto g celebrates its 10th generation with moto g100

The moto g100 marked the 10th generation in the celebrated moto g family. It was the first mid-tier device within the moto g family to bring a Snapdragon 8 series mobile platform, unleashing the power of 5G connectivity and boasting a colossal battery. But that wasn’t all – it introduced the cutting-edge Ready For platform, which redefined the smartphone experience by amplifying what the phone was capable of onto an external display without additional accessories.

moto g family radiates in Pantone Color of the Year with moto g84 5G

The moto g84 5G was the inaugural moto g to incorporate the Pantone Color of the Year, PANTONE Viva Magenta, and embrace ultra-premium vegan imitation leather. Its camera system showcases OIS and Ultra Pixel technology, delivering impeccable image clarity and vibrancy in any light. This device is further complemented by a 6.5″ ultrawide pOLED display with infinite contrast, illuminating each pixel independently to generate richer blacks and more vibrant colors, enhancing the overall entertainment experience. Plus, moto g84 5G is powered by embedded AI features in many areas like camera, battery, display and device performance, all tailored to improve users’ experience. 

The future of moto g family

When we embarked on this journey a decade ago, we knew the best way to predict the future was to go and invent it. We’re happy to share how this decade-long journey has redefined the very concept of mid-tier smartphones. Mobile devices will continue to become more and more essential to consumers as personal computing platforms and objects of self expression, therefore we will continue to be relentless in creating the most advanced, competitive and desirable products and experiences for our moto g consumers.

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Motorola named A1 Padel’s Official Telecommunications Hardware Provider for Grand Master Tournament Circuit

We’re saying hellomoto to an exciting new international sport and the latest addition to our NA sports partnership portfolio: A1 Padel! Motorola and A1 Padel announced a partnership to make Motorola the Official Telecommunications Hardware Provider for the Grand Master Tournament Circuit, which makes its U.S. debut this October.

As an official sponsor, Motorola will help welcome the dynamic racquet game of padel – the fastest-growing participation sport in the world – to U.S. sports fans. A cross between tennis and squash, padel is a competitive and inclusive participation sport that has captivated many young sports fans throughout Europe and Latin America. A1 Padel’s Grand Master Tournament Circuit represents the sport’s first tournament in the U.S., bringing its unique sporting culture to new audiences.

bringing the new “it” sports craze to the U.S.

The weeklong Grand Master Tournament begins in New York City on October 9, and will culminate on October 15 for the finals match. Following this competition, the A1 Padel tour will head to Miami on November 7-12 before reaching Las Vegas for the Master Final on December 13-17.

As the Official Telecommunications Partner of A1 Padel, Motorola will have a presence at each of the match venues, providing a space for fans to charge their phones, test out their own racquet skills in a ping pong match, and demo Motorola’s latest razr family devices.

a message from motorola & a1 padel executives

“As an inclusive sport that is captivating fans all over the world, especially young people, A1 Padel shares our commitment and passion for creating unique and meaningful consumer experiences,” said Maria Jose Martin, Marketing Director for Motorola North America. “We’re proud to welcome A1 Padel to our portfolio of marquee sports partnerships that bring our iconic “batwing” logo to sports enthusiasts, and thrilled to help A1 Padel usher in a new ‘it’ sports craze for new and existing fans as they make their U.S. debut.”

“From inception, we knew partnering with Motorola as the official Telecommunications Hardware Provider would be a strategic match for both brands to foster unparalleled growth,” said Ike S. Franco, Owner of A1 Padel + CEO of Infinity Global. 

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With Motorola as the tournament’s Official Telecommunications Hardware Provider, fans can follow the action of Motorola’s presence at this historic U.S. tournament on A1 Padel’s Instagram, X, Facebook, and TikTok channels.

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