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Motorola Z9 review

7.3/10 AVG.
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The Motorola Z9 currently has an Informr score of 7.3 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 29 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.
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The Motorola Z9 is a large but fashionable slider handset rocking high-speed data and plenty of multimedia options. The keypad is a bit odd, but completely usable, with a very pleasant vibration feedback when you press a button. The music player offers great sound, and the full HTML web browser easi...

- Ricky Cadden, MobileBurn

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Motorola backs up the Z9 with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.

If your Z9 has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Motorola support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Motorola's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.

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Screen Size
Unknown

The Motorola Z9's screen size is Unknown with x pixels resolution.
Processor
Unknown

There is a processor (CPU).
OS

The phone runs on proprietary operating system firmware.
Camera
2+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 2+ MP camera.

There's no secondary front camera.
Storage
51 MB

Internal memory is 51 MB. An external, MicroSD (up to 8 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.
Battery
Unknown

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery. Motorola's performance ratings are 12 days standby time.

Motorola Z9 Specs

Overview
Release Date April 1, 2008
Regions Available USA
Operating System

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Processor
Internal Storage 51 MB
RAM
Hearing Aid Compatible
TTY/TDD
Noise Cancellation
SAR Head: 0.94 W/kg
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included AC Charger, Manual, Standard Battery
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA
Details
Mobile / Cellular Data
Push-to-talk (PTT)
Wi-Fi Calling
Voice over LTE (VoLTE)
SIM card size
Yes
Dual SIM
Connectivity
USB
USB OTG Support
Infrared
Bluetooth
Bluetooth Profiles
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi
Mobile Hotspot
Memory Expansion Slot
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD (up to 8 GB)
NFC
Data Tethering Compatibility
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
 2+ Megapixels
Zoom
 8x digital
Flash
 Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Video Recording Formats
 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
 15 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
Additional Front Camera Info
Video Recording Parameters
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (TFT)
Colors 262k
Resolution x pixels
Pixel Density Unknown
Size Unknown
Secondary Display
Multi-Touch
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating
Additional Display Features -
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity
Removable Battery
Wireless Charging
Fast Charging
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Up to 12 days
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Slider
Colors
Dimensions [H x W x D] 11.4 x 5.4 x 1.4 cm (4.5 x 2.1 x 0.6 in)
Weight 140 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof Unknown
Rugged design
IP Rating
Headset Jack 2.5mm
External Speakers
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key
Home Key
Input / Keyboard Type Standard / 12-key Numeric
Navigation Type D-pad
External Volume Control
Fingerprint Sensor
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Additional Information Messaging: SMS, EMS, MMS, AIM, Yahoo, Windows Live
Graphics: Yes
Backlit Illumination: Yes
Predictive Text Entry: iTAP
Voicemail Key: Yes
Voice Commands: Yes
Keypad/Screen Lock: Yes
Contact List Capacity: 2000
Multiple Numbers Per Contact:
Voice Activated Dialing: Yes
Photo Caller ID: Yes
Web Browser: Yes
Email Client: Yes
Email Protocols: POP3, IMAP, SMTP
PC Synchronization: Yes
Java Application: Yes
Audio Formats: MP3, eAAC+, AAC+, AAC
Video Playback Formats: 3GP / 3GPP, MPEG-4
Custom Ringtones: No
Vibration Alert: Yes
Downloadable Ringtones: Yes
Ringer ID: Yes
Speakerphone: Yes
Data Tethering: Yes
Wi-fi Encryption: -
Games: Downloadable
Apps: No
Included Software / Apps: -
To-Do / Task List, Calendar, World Clock, Alarm, Stop Watch, Calculator, NotePad, Voice Memos / Recorder

Other Names (AKA): MOTO Z9
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