Android™-powered handsets proving to be a strong consideration for business smartphones, according to Canadian company decision makers
Android™-powered handsets proving to be a strong consideration for business smartphones, according to Canadian company decision makers
Criteria such as ease of use and enhanced security features are hallmarks of Motorola devices such as ATRIX 4G, the Android™ 2.3 mobile powerhouse
TORONTO – August 30, 2011 – Companies looking for the best mobile experience for their employees are making the shift to Android™-powered devices. According to third party research commissioned by Motorola Mobility, close to 40 per cent of Canadian company decision makers across all company sizes are considering Android smartphones for business use. This is in line with research by Gartner who has stated Android market share will climb to nearly 50 per cent by 20121. Motorola has responded to this need by integrating the latest Android 2.3 platform into the Motorola ATRIX 4G and building in additional Motorola software experiences for the ultimate in security and productivity – offering companies in Canada a more robust solution than the leading business handset on the market today.
“We are clearly seeing a shift to the Android platform for corporate use as companies of all sizes look to provide a workable mobile culture for their employees”, said Sheldon Hebert, senior director, global enterprise sales, Motorola Mobility. “Motorola Android devices offer an unmatched productivity suite relative to any handset on the market and more robust security features. This means the IT department retains control and business users get their jobs done more efficiently.”
Business culture has evolved with the mobile generation and companies who want to provide the best options for their employees for work and life-at-large need to up the ante with relevant devices. Motorola ATRIX 4G gives business users what they want - a smartphone that lets them conduct day-to-day tasks easily and efficiently. Ease of use, especially for e-mail, calendaring and synching, was cited in the top five importance criteria by business decision makers - 34 per cent of small, 55 per cent of medium, 65 per cent of large and 56 per cent of very large companies. Motorola ATRIX 4G, with its fast dual-core processing speed that ensures work efficiency, includes calendar and group conferencing enhancements and allows for easy document download, manipulation and sharing.
Business decision makers at large and very large companies state that key features including password recovery/enforcement, phone autolock, remote track/wipe and sandboxing range in importance from 35 per cent to 50 per cent as ‘must have’ and ‘highly appealing’ requirements. Motorola ATRIX 4G ensures the IT department can deliver on access and control, with new password recovery and SD card encryption functions, among other security features.
From an employee perspective, smartphone business users listed apps in the top five important criteria, showcasing the desire to use their mobile devices for business and pleasure. Motorola ATRIX 4G’s updated, dynamic user interface and rich browsing experience make this easier while the Android Market™ brings choice and personalization to the forefront. All e-mail, messages and social networking updates are delivered to live customizable widgets on the homescreen while all contacts from social accounts, work and personal phonebooks are aggregated and merged throughout the device. Motorola ATRIX 4G satisfies these business and personal requirements and makes the best Android smartphone choice.
The Full Package
Smartphones offered on other operating systems do not compete. Business users get a complete solution from the Motorola ATRIX 4G, with its fast processing speed and applications and accessories that create a productive office, anywhere. In addition to the full suite of office productivity and email applications, users can also access a number of web applications such as Salesforce.com, Google Docs, and any HTML application or service from a full desktop browser. Motorola’s webtop application and optional Motorola Lapdock™ offer a larger screen, full-size keyboard and trackpad so that business users can create, edit and share documents, media and content easily. The Vehicle Dock for Motorola ATRIX 4G helps those on the road turn the car into an office and the smartphone into a GPS device. The Motorola HD Multimedia dock’s three USB ports and HDMI port enable connections to a keyboard, monitor, mouse, speakers or HDMI monitor, to take presentations from the Motorola ATRIX 4G to the screen. And, a variety of Motorola Bluetooth headsets and accessories complete the mobile package.
Ready for Business
The shift to Android is easy. Companies have access to a priority Motorola call centre to assist with set up and training so that the device is optimized for their specific business needs. As companies have a range of business and employee priorities, Motorola offers a range of products to suit. The new Motorola XT860 4G™, available exclusively at Bell, and the ultra-tough Motorola DEFY, available exclusively at TELUS, also offer seamless Android experiences for business users.
Motorola ATRIX 4G Key Features and Specifications:
§ Dual Core 1 GHz lightning fast processing
§ 1GB RAM for efficient multi-tasking
§ Vibrant 4” qHD display
§ 5MP camera & front-facing webcam with HD video capture and playback
- Up to 48GB of storage (16GB internal and optional 32GB MicroSD card) – enough to store thousands of songs, photos and as many as 15 full-length movies
· Motorola’s Webtop – A Motorola app that makes you and your smartphone more productive while you’re on the go via full firefox browser on any screen2
- View and edit Microsoft Office documents with Quickoffice®
· Comprehensive business features including Virtual Citrix Windows PC access and complex security, password and data encryption
· Access to Google Maps™ 5.0 with 3D maps and Navigation, Google Talk™, and web-browsing
· Exchange Integration - for access to corporate email/calendar
· Biometric fingerprint reader for easily unlocking your phone while providing extra security
· Under 11mm thin, with an extra-large 1930 mAh battery for extended standby and talk time
· Keep up to date on social networks with automatic delivery of messages through MOTOBLUR™, including the ability to locate, wipe and restore data if the device is lost or stolen
· Mobile Hotspot service for connecting up to eight Wi-Fi-enabled devices
Availability
Motorola ATRIX 4G is available at Bell Mobility for $49.99. For more information visit Motorola.ca/atrix.
About Motorola Mobility
Motorola Mobility, Inc. (NYSE: MMI) fuses innovative technology with human insights to create experiences that simplify, connect and enrich people's lives. Our portfolio includes converged mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets; wireless accessories; end-to-end video and data delivery; and management solutions, including set-tops and data-access devices. For more information, please visit: www.motorola.com/mobility.
Media Contacts:
Kathryn Hanley
Hill & Knowlton for Motorola Mobility Canada
kathryn.hanley@hillandknowlton.ca
Alanna Glicksman
Hill & Knowlton for Motorola Mobility Canada
416.413.4743 or 416.562-3029
alanna.glicksman@hillandknowlton.ca
1. Gartner news release - Gartner Says Android to Command Nearly Half of Worldwide Smartphone Operating System Market by Year-End 2012 – April 7, 2011; http://www.gartner.com/it/page.jsp?id=1622614
2. Users must have a compatible Motorola Lapdock™ or Motorola HD Multimedia dock to launch the Motorola Webtop application.
Certain features, services and applications are network dependent and may not be available in all areas; additional terms, conditions and/or charges may apply. Contact your service provider for details. All features, functionality and other product specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation. 4G refers to Bell's next generation wireless network. See http://best.bell.ca/en/fastest/ for details.
MOTOROLA and the Stylized M Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Motorola Trademark Holdings, LLC. Android, Android Market, Google Maps and Google Talk are trademarks of Google, Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. © 2011 Motorola Mobility, Inc. All rights reserved.
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