[3GScottishUser]

From Motorola press release:

Blending cutting-edge design and the power of high-speed connectivity, the MOTORAZR MAXX satisfies the appetite of even the most demanding consumer.

An eye-catching, ultra-thin design displays its pedigree RAZR phone lineage. With hi-end finishes, that include a futuristic blend of metal and glass and touch-sensitive music keys that illuminate – the MOTORAZR MAXX comes to life in your hand and is one of the smallest broadband phones available. But within its lean form lies revolutionary High-Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) and EDGE (Enhanced Data for Global Evolution) wireless technology for unparalleled broadband-like speed and power, exceptional data capabilities, advanced imaging features, music functionality and ample memory for storing your favorite files. What’s more, the MOTORAZR MAXX delivers seamless connectivity via Bluetooth wireless technology, lengthy talk times and multimedia messaging (MMS). With the pure power and stunning design of the MOTORAZR MAXX in your hand, you’ll know you have arrived.



The MOTORAZR MAXX re-defines high-speed. Whether you’re lunching with friends, heading to the gym or working on the go, the MOTORAZR MAXX puts broadband in your pocket via HSDPA and EDGE technology. At the flick of a button, experience the power of high-speed connectivity for two-way video calling at up to 15 frames per second, fast access to your email, Internet browsing and blazing-fast and over the air (OTA) music and video downloads of the latest entertainment and news. What’s more Bluetooth wireless Class 2 technology and OTA sync with your Bluetooth enabled PC eliminates the messy tangle of wires, delivering easy, seamless connections.

The MOTORAZR MAXX is more than just a phone—it’s a statement of individual style. Following the infamous lineage of the RAZR, the MOTORAZR MAXX weighs in at 3.7 ounces and measures a sheer 0.6 inches thick. Comprised of metal housing and chemically hardened glass displays, the MOTORAZR MAXX does more than just reflect your sophisticated style. A vibrant 2.2 inch 256k color screen and touch music keys that illuminate to brighten your daily routine.

From the fashion fanatic to the technophile, discerning consumers will covet this multi-talented device. Packing enhanced entertainment features into a slim form factor, the MOTORAZR MAXX creates the ultimate imaging package with a VGA and a 2 Megapixel camera for your choice of resolution, extended video capture and playback capabilities and video sharing. Experience mobile music like never before. The MOTORAZR MAXX provides futuristic touch-sensitive music keys so you can jam in style to your favorite soundtrack via integrated MP3 player and premium audio capabilities. Whatever your creative craving, just reach into your pocket--the MOTORAZR MAXX provides ample memory with 50 MB of memory and an optional expandable microSD memory card for storing your favorite music, content, games and more.

The MOTORAZR MAXX is expected to be available in the second half of 2006.

Features:

• Messaging: MMS, SMS, EMS
• Enhanced audio features for premium music listening on-the-go
• Video capture/playback and video sharing
• VGA and 2 MP camera with 8x digital zoom for low or hi-resolution imaging
• 50 MB user available memory, removable memory via an optional microSD memory card
• Bluetooth wireless technology (EDR Class 2), USB 2.0, Over the Air Synch (OTA), PC Synch, Motosync, Mobile Phone Tools
• HSDPA 3.6 Mbps (category 6)
• EDGE Class 10, GPRS Class 10
• Internal Antenna
• Futuristic Touch Sensitive Music Keys with Elegant Lighting
• RAZR Phone-Lineage 3G Device, Mix of Metal and Glass
• Two-way Video Calling at up to 15 frames per second, Video Capture

Pictures below.

http://www.phonemag.com/index.php/weblog/read_more/20060725the_motorazr_maxx_re_defines_high_speed/

[Ben]

Look at the blue lines going down the front in that first picture. They're not straight, or the same width!

Urgh.

It looks like Motorola aren't through shoving this tired old format down our throats just yet.

Rock on HSDPA though! :D

[hecatae]

the v3x was an interim product, the maxx is what should have launched but had hsdpa added to it causing the delay

[Hands0n]

Is it likely to be an exclusive to 3 or will it be more widely distributed?

[maxspank]

I'm getting sick of the rzr design

[whatleydude]

I'm getting sick of the rzr design

Yeah.. I'm not a fan either.

[3GScottishUser]

Why would it be exclusive to 3?

They look like being slow off the mark for HSDPA with Vodafone and T-Mobile well out in front. Vodafone already has it in most major cities amd T-Mobile rolling out for launch in August. 02 are not far behind AFAIK. 3 have made some noises but nothing concrete which is hardly surprising as they have no business customer base which will be the first to appreciate the additional functionality of HSDPA.

I expect the MAXX and the other new 3G Motos to be distributed to all of the networks but expect Vodafone and T-Mobile to have the HSDPA varients first.

[Hands0n]

I wondered if 3 would take them exclusively, even if they have not HSDPA in their network yet. A total waste of a good phone though. Although, as you say, the other networks are ready(ish) for HSDPA terminals and so would be more suited.

I think T-Mobile could make lots out of the MAXX with their Web N Walk (and Pro) tariffs for those who want and could make very good use of a handset+data terminal rather than just a datacard (me).

[joffa81]

this phone looks class and by the looks of the features list is everything the v3x should of been.

i think voda + three will get it first followed by the rest about 6-8 weeks later. mind you its about time motorola brought out another 3g phones as 1 per year is not enough i mean look at sony erricsson they just released 2 together and lg + nokia are always releasing new 3g handsets and all the time they are refining the look, style and software of their handsets and motorola are still stuck with the same old software they were using 5-6 years ago and what is with the 2mp camera that is so 2005, yea the outer design looks good and the blue light thing looks really stylish but the camera specs leave alot to be desires given that the v3x has a 2mp camera and the picture quality was really lacking and the maxx has no improvement over that !!!!

i was trying to make this post to play up the motorola maxx but looks like i cant even do that as on paper its nothing special full of features but nothing unique to make u want to own the handset. i was one of the first people to get a v3x and upgraded early but due to the fact that there is nothing better comming out i think ill wait this time. one thinfg i do hope though is that motorola book up there ideas in quality control as the rubber coating on my v3x has started to peel and is rather annoying especially when three wont do nothing about it as its only cosmetic and as the maxx looks alot more complicated on the front with touch sensitive front i can see alot of problem with this phone comming.