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[UPDATED] HTC One hitting Verizon on August 22 for $199; packs Android 4.2.2
Aug 16th 2013, 15:14, by Nick Sarafolean

After what seemed like centuries of waiting, the HTC One is finally gracing Verizon’s network on August 22. This has certainly been a long time coming with countless rumored release dates. At this point, it’s just a relief to know that it’s finally launching. The One will be priced at $199 for the 16GB model, a tad pricey considering it’s nearly five months old. A 32GB model should also be coming, presumably priced at $249.

As almost a sort of consolation prize for waiting so long, Verizon is launching the One with Android 4.2.2. That makes Verizon’s model the first stateside One to receive Android 4.2.2. No word on a blue model, though, so if that is coming, Verizon has yet to disclose it.

Are you planning to buy an HTC One on Verizon?

[UPDATE] There seems to have been a bit of confusion over pricing and storage size. Apparently, it’s the 32GB model that’s being launched on August 22. And that’s what will cost $199. Verizon has said that it can’t confirm whether or not there will be a 16GB model available. Either way, this makes the pricing a little better for what you’re getting.

AT&T releases details on Moto X availability
Aug 16th 2013, 14:48, by Nick Sarafolean

As the only carrier currently allowed to utilize MotoMaker, we expected AT&T to take the lead in releasing details about the availability of the Moto X. This morning, the company did just that. The Moto X will be available in black and white on August 23. Consumers will then be able to start customizing through MotoMaker, which will get the phone to them in four days or so after they place their order. If you registered to find out when the Moto X would become available, you could be one of a lucky few selected by AT&T to have a chance to design your Moto X on August 19 and receive it before anybody else on AT&T gets one.

As for pricing, the 16GB model will go for $199 and the 32GB model will go for $249, both on a two-year contract of course. With AT&T Next, the 16GB model will be $27 per month and the 32GB model will be $32 per month. AT&T will also sell the Motorola Skip as an accessory. Just like Motorola said, the Skip will be free with any customized Moto X for a limited time.

AT&T will also have what it’s calling “Experience Tables” in many AT&T stores that are meant to show customers what the customization could look like with the Moto X. Essentially, AT&T will have a couple of Moto X phones and some backplate options, so customers can see what they look like in real life before ordering through MotoMaker. Here’s a concept drawing of what an Experience Table might look like, as well as a color wheel of the Moto X colors.

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Are you planning to order a Moto X through AT&T? Will you customize it?

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Beginning Aug. 23, you can pick up the new Moto X from AT&T* or be the first to create your customized Moto X online. The customizable version of Moto X is the first smartphone designed by you, assembled in the USA and available only for AT&T. To see more Moto X features in action, check out this video.

At launch, customers can begin their Moto X customization at AT&T stores and through www.att.com/MotoX. Visit your nearest store** to see physical color samples before making your purchase. Woven white and woven black models will also be available.

AT&T will offer the 16 GB Moto X for $199.99 and the 32 GB Moto X for $249.99 with a two-year agreement. With AT&T Next, the 16 GB model is available for $27 per month and the 32 GB model is $32 per month.

Starting August 19, AT&T will offer a few lucky customers who registered*** at www.att.com/MotoX an opportunity to design and receive their Moto X before the general public.****

"We're excited to be the first carrier to offer you a chance to design a smartphone that's truly yours," said Jeff Bradley, senior vice president – Devices, AT&T. "We've worked closely with Motorola to create a tailored display, sales, and distribution processes to get these customized devices into your hands quickly so you can start enjoying all Moto X has to offer, all on the nation's fastest and most reliable 4G LTE network."

Designing your own Moto X is simple. Using Moto Maker, you can select:

Color options for the front and back
Accent colors for the power key, volume key and camera ring
Adding your name or short message on the back of the phone
Unique wallpapers
Custom power-on message
Memory capacity – 16GB or 32GB
Once you've designed and purchased your custom device, it will be assembled in the USA and shipped to you for free in four days or less**** with no hassle returns.

The Moto X runs on Android 4.2.2 (Jelly Bean), and features a 4.7-inch HD display. Other device highlights include:

Touchless Control lets you check the weather, get directions, make a call or search for just about anything—just by saying "OK Google Now." Because you tune Moto X to your voice, it's always ready to respond to you.
The Quick Capture function makes the 10 megapixel rear-facing camera with LED flash and 2 megapixel front-facing camera even easier to use. Just pick up your Moto X, twist your wrist twice and you're ready to shoot. Touch anywhere on the screen, and you'll get an amazing shot. Its Clear Pixel technology can capture dark scenes or stop motion blur in bright light.
With Active Display, information efficiently appears on the screen. It doesn't interrupt and it's battery friendly. You don't have to wake up Moto X to look at the time or see your messages, satisfying that constant itch to check your phone.
Keeping your phone protected with passwords can be cumbersome. Now with a new accessory called Motorola Skip, you can unlock your phone with a single tap. Skip is a small clip you can wear on a shirtsleeve, shirt hem, belt loop, or wherever it feels most comfortable. Additionally, it comes with Skip dots, which work just like Skip but in sticker form. Stick them in convenient places like a car dashboard or nightstand. Skip allows you to keep information safe, but still have easy access to what you need most. Plus, for a limited time, Motorola Skip will be included for free in all Moto Maker orders.

AT&T recently launched AT&T Next, a new program that gives you the chance to get a new device every year. AT&T Next is simple and easy to use.

You can purchase a smartphone or tablet with no down payment, no upgrade fee and no activation fee and agree to pay monthly installments for the device, with no financing fees.
After 12 payments, you can trade it in and upgrade to a brand new device — again with no down payment.
AT&T Next is available for new AT&T customers or existing customers who are upgrade eligible.
Using AT&T Next, you can get the 16 GB Moto X for $27 per month or the 32 GB Moto X for $32 per month.
AT&T now has the most reliable 4G LTE network. According to independent third-party data, AT&T has the highest success rate for delivering mobile content across nationwide 4G LTE networks.***** And AT&T was named America's fastest 4G LTE network in PC Magazine's 2013 Fastest Mobile Networks 30-market study – and also swept the top rankings in all six U.S. regions from coast to coast: Northeast, Southeast, North-Central, South-Central, Northwest and Southwest. ******

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