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{{Short description|Series of mobile phones by Motorola}}
{{Short description|Series of mobile phones by Motorola}}
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The '''Motorola Aura''' (styled '''AURA''') is a series of luxury mobile phones from [[Motorola]], which is part of the [[Motorola 4Ltr|4LTR line]]. This series was announced in October 2008 and was made available for purchase by December of that year. Though initially planned as a series, only one model, the Aura R1, was released. In 2009, three special editions of the Aura R1 followed: the Aura Diamond Edition, Aura Celestial Edition, and another Aura Diamond Edition. Marketed as a luxury device, the Aura had a price tag of US$2000 and featured premium materials, including stainless steel and sapphire, packaged in an elegant wooden box.
The '''Motorola Aura''' (named '''AURA''') is a series of mobile phones from [[Motorola]], part of the [[Motorola 4Ltr|4LTR line]]. The device was announced in October 2008, and became available for purchase by December of that year. Although originally planned as a series of only one model, the Aura R1 was released. In 2009, three special editions of the Aura R1 were introduced: the Aura Diamond Edition, the Aura Celestial Edition, and another Aura Diamond Edition. The Aura was priced at {{Currency|200}} and was made with materials such as stainless steel and sapphire. It was packaged in a wooden box.


The AURA phone features a circular display with a high resolution of 300dpi. The user interface is specifically designed for this circular display, using the [[MotoMagx]] operating system from Motorola. One of the device's unique features is its swivel-like opening mechanism. This mechanism uses Swiss-made gears, made of Rockwell 50-55 hardened steel, and 130 precision ball bearings.<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura, Luxurious Swiss-Made Handset |work = [[Softpedia]] | url = http://news.softpedia.com/news/Motorola-Aura-Luxurious-Swiss-made-Handset-96256.shtml }}</ref>
The AURA phone featured a circular display with a 300 dpi [[Display resolution|resolution]]. The [[user interface]] was designed specifically for this circular display, using the [[MotoMagx|'MotoMagx]]' operating system from Motorola. The device featured a swivel-like opening mechanism that utilized Swiss-made gears, composed of [[Rockwell scale|Rockwell]] 50-55 hardened steel, and 130 [[Ball bearing|ball bearings]].<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura, Luxurious Swiss-Made Handset |work = [[Softpedia]] | url = http://news.softpedia.com/news/Motorola-Aura-Luxurious-Swiss-made-Handset-96256.shtml }}</ref>


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[[File:Bl4h-jengle2-2009 01 19 IMG 0214 (3209856145).jpg|thumb|right|300px|Close-up of swivel mechanism gears, visible through the clear back window.]]
[[File:Bl4h-jengle2-2009 01 19 IMG 0214 (3209856145).jpg|thumb|right|300px|Close-up of swivel mechanism gears, visible through the clear back window.]]
The '''R1''' was announced in October 2008 and put in production in December 2008. The launch price was approximately [[€]]1,420 (UK[[£]]1,200, over [[$]]2000) due to its premium materials and packaging. The phone featured [[GSM]] technology, 2GB of internal memory, and a user interface optimized for its circular display, which was a 1.55" screen with a high resolution of 300dpi.
The '''R1''' was announced in October 2008, and put in production in December 2008. The launch price was approximately {{Currency|1,420|EURO}} ({{Currency|1,200|GBP}}, over {{Currency|2,000}}). The phone featured [[GSM]] technology, 2GB of internal memory, and a user interface optimized for its circular display, which was a 1.55" screen with a resolution of 300dpi.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Motorola Aura - Full phone specifications |url=https://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_aura-2562.php |access-date=2024-11-08 |website=www.gsmarena.com}}</ref>


Two Aura special editions were announced at [[Mobile World Congress]] 2009: Diamond Edition and Gold Edition. Both of these were styled by luxury designer [[Alexander Amosu]]. The Diamond Edition was adorned with 90 diamonds around the circular display whereas the Gold Edition featured a 24-carat gold-plated housing.<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Mobile World Congress Overview |work = [[GSMArena]] |date= 2009 |url = http://www.gsmarena.com/various_mwc_09-review-326p5.php }}</ref> Both editions received a limited release due to its exclusivity.
Two Aura special editions were announced at [[Mobile World Congress]] 2009: the Diamond Edition and Gold Edition. Both of these were styled by designer [[Alexander Amosu]]. The Diamond Edition featured 90 diamonds set around the circular display whereas the Gold Edition had a 24-carat gold-plated housing.<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Mobile World Congress Overview |work = [[GSMArena]] |date= 2009 |url = http://www.gsmarena.com/various_mwc_09-review-326p5.php }}</ref> Both editions were released in limited quantities.


Motorola released a special edition in July 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the [[Moon landing]]. Motorola helped create some of the equipment that enabled the [[Apollo 11]] astronauts to communicate with [[Earth]]. The special edition phone came with pre-loaded pictures, audio, and video content from [[NASA]]. The handset came with a laser-cut inscription and nine post stamps to commemorate the mission. The first unit produced was gifted to [[Neil Armstrong]].<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura Celestial Edition |work = [[PhoneArena]] |date= 2009-07-01 |url = http://www.phonearena.com/news/Motorola-Aura-Celestial-Edition_id5789 }}</ref>
[[Motorola]] released a special edition in July 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the [[Moon landing]]. Motorola had contributed to the communication equipment used during the Apollo 11 mission. The special edition phone came with pre-loaded pictures, audio, and video content from [[NASA]]. The handset came with a laser-cut inscription and nine postage stamps to commemorate the mission. The first unit produced was given to [[Neil Armstrong]].<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura Celestial Edition |work = [[PhoneArena]] |date= 2009-07-01 |url = http://www.phonearena.com/news/Motorola-Aura-Celestial-Edition_id5789 }}</ref>


October 2009 saw the release of Aura Diamond Edition, a device upgrade with 18 carat gold plating and 34 diamonds around its screen and navigation buttons. Due to the more premium materials, it had a US[[$]]5,730 price tag at launch.<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura Diamond Edition |work = [[UnwiredView]] |date= 2009-10-23 |url = http://www.unwiredview.com/2009/10/23/motorola-aura-diamond-edition-announced-costs-5730/ }}</ref> Both the Diamond and Celestial editions were showcased at [[Mobile World Congress]] 2010.
In October 2009, the Aura Diamond Edition was launched, featuring an opulent design with 18-carat gold plating and 34 diamonds elegantly set around its screen and navigation buttons. It had a launch price of {{Currency|5,730}} ({{Currency|3,500|GBP}}, {{Currency|3,800|EURO}}).<ref>{{cite news |title = Motorola Aura Diamond Edition |work = [[UnwiredView]] |date= 2009-10-23 |url = http://www.unwiredview.com/2009/10/23/motorola-aura-diamond-edition-announced-costs-5730/ }}</ref> Both the Diamond and Celestial editions were showcased at [[Mobile World Congress]] 2010.


===Features===
===Features===
*Color: Silver only ([[Stainless steel]]).
*Colour: Silver only ([[Stainless steel]])
*Vibrating alert.
*Vibrating alert
*Ringtones:[[Polyphony|Polyphonic]] and [[MP3]].
*Ringtones: [[Polyphony|Polyphonic]] and [[MP3]]
*Bluetooth: Yes
*Bluetooth: Yes
*USB: 2.0 Hi-Speed
*USB: 2.0 Hi-Speed
*Camera: 2 MP with video.
*Camera: 2 MP with video
*JAVA: Yes, MIDP 2.0
*JAVA: Yes, MIDP 2.0
*Video player: Yes, supports MPEG-4/3gp
*Video player: Yes, supports MPEG-4/3gp
*Battery: 810 mAh (removable)<ref>{{Cite web |title=Motorola AURA Specs |url=https://www.phonearena.com/phones/Motorola-AURA_id3212 |website=PhoneArena}}</ref>
*Standby: 410h.
*Standby: 410 hours
*Talk time: Up to 7 h 20 min
*Talk time: Up to 7 hours 20 minutes
*16 M colors circular display
*16 million color circular display
*GPRS Class 12
*EDGE Class 12
*[[General Packet Radio Service|GPRS]] Class 12
*[[Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution|EDGE]] Class 12
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*Installed games: RealDice Chess, RealDice: Backgammon
*[[Specific absorption rate|SAR]] Value 0.43 W/kg (head) & 0.76 W/kg (body)
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*Installed games: Real Dice Chess, Real Dice: Backgammon
*SMS, EMS, MMS
*SMS, EMS, MMS
*Vufone installed for synchronization.
*Vufone installed for synchronization.

Latest revision as of 10:48, 4 December 2024

The Motorola Aura (named AURA) is a series of mobile phones from Motorola, part of the 4LTR line. The device was announced in October 2008, and became available for purchase by December of that year. Although originally planned as a series of only one model, the Aura R1 was released. In 2009, three special editions of the Aura R1 were introduced: the Aura Diamond Edition, the Aura Celestial Edition, and another Aura Diamond Edition. The Aura was priced at US$200 and was made with materials such as stainless steel and sapphire. It was packaged in a wooden box.

The AURA phone featured a circular display with a 300 dpi resolution. The user interface was designed specifically for this circular display, using the 'MotoMagx' operating system from Motorola. The device featured a swivel-like opening mechanism that utilized Swiss-made gears, composed of Rockwell 50-55 hardened steel, and 130 ball bearings.[1]

R1

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Motorola Aura R1
ManufacturerMotorola
Availability by regionDecember 2008
RelatedMotorola V70
Compatible networks2G only, GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
Form factorSwivel
Dimensions96.9 x 47.6 x 18.6 mm
Weight141 g
Memory2 GB internal memory, no Memory card slot
BatteryLi-Ion 810 mAh, Talk time capacity: Up to 7 h 20 min.
Rear camera2 megapixel camera (1600×1200 pixels) with video
Displaycircular TFT screen, 16 million colors, 480px in diameter
ConnectivityBluetooth 2.0, USB
OtherStainless steel housing, Assisted opening blade mechanism with Carbon-carbide coated gears, voice memo, chemically engraved textures.
Close-up of swivel mechanism gears, visible through the clear back window.

The R1 was announced in October 2008, and put in production in December 2008. The launch price was approximately €1,420 (£1,200, over US$2,000). The phone featured GSM technology, 2GB of internal memory, and a user interface optimized for its circular display, which was a 1.55" screen with a resolution of 300dpi.[2]

Two Aura special editions were announced at Mobile World Congress 2009: the Diamond Edition and Gold Edition. Both of these were styled by designer Alexander Amosu. The Diamond Edition featured 90 diamonds set around the circular display whereas the Gold Edition had a 24-carat gold-plated housing.[3] Both editions were released in limited quantities.

Motorola released a special edition in July 2009 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Moon landing. Motorola had contributed to the communication equipment used during the Apollo 11 mission. The special edition phone came with pre-loaded pictures, audio, and video content from NASA. The handset came with a laser-cut inscription and nine postage stamps to commemorate the mission. The first unit produced was given to Neil Armstrong.[4]

In October 2009, the Aura Diamond Edition was launched, featuring an opulent design with 18-carat gold plating and 34 diamonds elegantly set around its screen and navigation buttons. It had a launch price of US$5,730 (£3,500, €3,800).[5] Both the Diamond and Celestial editions were showcased at Mobile World Congress 2010.

Features

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  • Colour: Silver only (Stainless steel)
  • Vibrating alert
  • Ringtones: Polyphonic and MP3
  • Bluetooth: Yes
  • USB: 2.0 Hi-Speed
  • Camera: 2 MP with video
  • JAVA: Yes, MIDP 2.0
  • Video player: Yes, supports MPEG-4/3gp
  • Battery: 810 mAh (removable)[6]
  • Standby: 410 hours
  • Talk time: Up to 7 hours 20 minutes
  • 16 million color circular display
  • GPRS Class 12
  • EDGE Class 12
  • SAR Value 0.43 W/kg (head) & 0.76 W/kg (body)
  • Installed games: Real Dice Chess, Real Dice: Backgammon
  • SMS, EMS, MMS
  • Vufone installed for synchronization.

References

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  1. ^ "Motorola Aura, Luxurious Swiss-Made Handset". Softpedia.
  2. ^ "Motorola Aura - Full phone specifications". www.gsmarena.com. Retrieved 2024-11-08.
  3. ^ "Motorola Mobile World Congress Overview". GSMArena. 2009.
  4. ^ "Motorola Aura Celestial Edition". PhoneArena. 2009-07-01.
  5. ^ "Motorola Aura Diamond Edition". UnwiredView. 2009-10-23.
  6. ^ "Motorola AURA Specs". PhoneArena.
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