Motorola MOTOACTV hands-on
Motorola's DROID RAZR wasn't the only new Android device the company announced today; there's the MOTOACTV packing Google's platform too. It's a brave move, launching a smart-watch, given the reception to the existing products that have attempted the market, and we're not entirely convinced that the MOTOACTV will clinch things for Motorola, either. Check out our hands-on first-impressions after the cut.
At 35g it's certainly light, but it's also reasonably bulky for a watch (if not for an Android-powered device). There's no integrated cellphone functionality, of course, but you can pair the MOTOACTV with your Android phone and have text messages and other content pop up on-screen when they arrive. Alternatively there's the MOTOACTV's own abilities, including media playback and location tracking.
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The touchscreen is bright and responsive, though we'll need to see how it copes in direct sunlight; an important consideration for a gadget intended to be used outdoors. The UI has been modified to make it easier for stabbing at buttons on the move, prioritizing clean design over any fussy MOTOBLUR tendencies.
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The biggest hurdle will be the price: $249 for the 8GB version (or $50 more for twice that capacity) which is a whole lot for a glorified remote display.