American smartphone firm Motorola made a remarkable comeback to the market last year, with the feature-rich Moto X and Moto G devices, and now the company is tipped to launch a new Moto series handset next month.
Mexican technology blog Xataka claims Motorola is slated to launch a new budget phone, Moto E, a slightly stripped down version of the company's best-selling gadget Moto G.
The upcoming Motorola phone is said to boast a 4.2-inch HD (720p) screen and run on Android's latest v4.4.2 KitKat OS, powered by a 1.2GHz dual-core CPU, 1GB RAM, 4GB inbuilt storage, 1900 mAh battery; all fitted within the confines of thin body measuring just 6.2 mm.
Moto E (XT1021) is also expected to pack a 5.0-megapixel main and front camera. It is speculated make its debut in Mexico (via network carrier, Telcel) in May with a price tag between 2,999 Mexican Pesos (₹13,880) and 13,199 Mexican Pesos (₹14,800).
Meanwhile, Brazil-based website Tecnoblog, while in contact with a network carrier personnel, got hold of an internal document of Motorola Moto E, corroborating the above report.
As of now, there is no word on whether Moto E, like Moto G Forte, will be limited to the Latin American market or reach other global regions. But going by the specifications and price tag, there is a probability of Motorola launching the device in price-sensitive markets like India and other emerging countries.
(Ed: VP)
Leaked specification of Motorola Moto E:
| Model | Motorola Moto E |
| Display | 4.2-inch HD (720p) screen |
| OS | Android v4.4.2 KitKat |
| Processor | 1.2GHx dual-core CPU |
| RAM | 1GB |
| Storage capacity | 4GB |
| Camera | Main: 5.0-megapixel CameraFront camera: yes |
| Battery | 1900 mAh |
| Add-ons | Dual-SIM (optional) |
| Expected price | Between 2,999 Mexican Pesos (₹ 13,880) and 13,199 Mexican Pesos (₹14,800).(Price in particular market varies with local taxes, hence in India price is expected to be less ) |
