Motorola announces MT917 smartphone with 13MP camera

Motorola MT917Motorola on Friday announced the MT917 smartphone with a 13MP camera. Like the RAZR, it comes with a Kevlar shell, a zinc frame and a splash guard coating inside and out. Unfortunately for many of us, it has only been announced with TD-SCDMA support for China Mobile so far.

“Motorola MT917 is the latest 3G high-end flagship smartphone by Motorola and China Mobile. It is a new milestone for the two companies,” said Li Huidi, assistant to the president, China Mobile Communications Corporation. “Motorola MT917 uses world-leading hardware platforms and operating systems, providing a better choice for China Mobile users.”

Motorola MT917 specifications:

  • Processor: 1.2GHz dual-core
  • Operating system: Google Android 2.3
  • Cellular connectivity: TD-SCDMA
  • Display: 4.5-inch 720p (720×1280) with Corning Gorilla Glass
  • Input: Capacitive touchscreen
  • Memory: 1GB RAM
  • Rear-facing camera: 13MP with 1080p video capture
  • Dimensions: 8.5 mm thick
  • Other: Support for Webtop and Lapdock accessories

The Motorola MT917 will be available in China in mid-December. It remains to be seen if we will see variants in other parts of the world later.

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