CES 2010: Motorola unveils BACKFLIP with MOTOBLUR

Motorola BACKFLIP

Motorola unveiled the Android-powered BACKFLIP with MOTOBLUR with a unique reverse flip design.

“Since introducing our first MOTOBLUR-based device, we’ve remained focused on differentiating the Android experience and bringing it to new carrier partners around the globe,” said Sanjay Jha, co-CEO of Motorola and CEO of Motorola Mobile Devices. “BACKFLIP maximizes the multi-tasking and multi-functional potential of MOTOBLUR with its unique design elements, making it as smart as it is social.”

The BACKFLIP comes with the BACKTRACK feature. It is a touch panel located on the other side of the device, offering a unique way to scroll through the Web, texts, e-mails and news feeds without obscuring the home screen.

BACKFLIP specifications:

  • Operating system: Android 1.5 (upgradable to Android 2.x) with MOTOBLUR user interface
  • Connectivity: Quad-band GSM/EDGE and tri-band (850/1900/2100MHz) WCDMA/HSDPA
  • Other connectivity: 802.11 b/g Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 2.0
  • Location Service: aGPS
  • Display: 3.1-inch HVGA touchscreen
  • Input: Reverse flip with full QWERTY
  • Storage: 2 GB microSD pre-installed (with support up to 32GB)
  • Camera: 5MP autofocus camera with LED flash
  • Battery: 1400mAh
  • Other: 3.5mm headphone jack, dual microphone with noise cancellation

The Motorola BACKFLIP will be available in North America, Latin America, Europe and Asia beginning in Q1 2010. Pricing information will be revealed later.

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