Motorola MOTOZINE ZN5

Last update: Review by PCWorld (06 February’09)

Motorola MOTOZINE ZN5 is a Quad Band 850/900/1800/1900 mobile phone using KODAK Imaging Technology and KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology. The phone features 5-megapixel camera, autofocus, Xenon flash, Sliding the lens cover open transforms the device from phone to camera using ModeShift technology, CrystalTalkTM technology for clear-sounding calls, SMS, MMS, IM, personal e-mail, Full HTML open source browser, 3.5mm A/V jack, FM radio6,7, music player, Wi-Fi1 enabled/ WLAN: 802.11 b/g/i, Optional external memory supports up to 4GB capacity, Microsoft® Windows Media® Player 11 support, Stereo Bluetooth wireless technology (A2DP), Video –C/P 15fps, MPEG4, H263 and TV out. The phone measures 50.5mm (W) x 118mm (L) x 12mm (T) (16mm at bump) and weighs 114g.

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Motorola MOTOZINE ZN5 Reviews

PCWorld reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“Audio quality for the most part was good but not stellar. Video quality, on the other hand, was worse than I expected; I saw a lot of blurriness and interference in the videos I played in my hands-on tests.”
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WirelessInfo reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The media maven will be absolutely thrilled with the ZINE’s still image resolution performance, and then heartbroken with its video resolution performance afterward. While it offers a decent music player, its limited video file format compatibility will hinder its ability as an all-around media player”
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PCWorldIndia reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The Motorola Motozine ZN5 might not be the most eye-catching handset or the fastest phone around, but its impressive camera makes those small faults forgivable.”
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MobileBurn reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“the ZN5 is a good device. A better physical design and a UI tweak or two could have easily turned it into a great one, though. We still give it a solid “Recommended” rating and think that camera buffs will really enjoy it.”
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ComputerWorld reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“Call quality seemed fine but not quite as clear as on other phones I’ve used. The phone ran for three days before needing a battery recharge, which was about right given the number of photos I took with it.”
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DigitalTrends reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“Highs: Outstanding 5MP camera; Wi-Fi enabled; speedy web surfing; good music player. Lows: Video recording hiccups; microSD card under battery cover; lacks dedicated music controls”
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CNET reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The good: The Motorola ZN5 offers a fantastic camera with a wide range of options and excellent photo quality. The plentiful feature set includes stereo Bluetooth and Wi-Fi, the design is sleek and sturdy, and call quality is more than respectable. The bad: The Motorola ZN5’s memory card is located behind the battery cover. The menus can be pokey at times and the camera interface could use a refinement. Also, the ZN5 lacks video editing features and the photo uploading process had a couple of hiccups..”
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PhoneArena reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The ZINE ZN5 has a modern design, it’s suitable for listening to music and has a very fast camera, which takes very good pictures if the sun is shining. Unfortunately, the story changes on cloudy days and indoors and the Xenon is only useful if taking a picture of an object at 7 feet at the most.”

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InformationWeek reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The image was perfectly metered, and the ZN5 had fired the perfect amount of fill flash to correctly expose the people inside the train. This is far and away better than what most camera phones are capable of… In all, it is Motorola’s best camera phone yet, and can certainly be used to replace your standalone point-and-shoot camera.”
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PCMag reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“In sunny conditions, the first Motorola/Kodak camera phone holds its own against dedicated digital still cameras. It makes clear calls, too, so it’s a solid choice for avid shutterbugs with T-Mobile service.”
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MobileBurn reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“We took a very close look at the 16″ x 20″ photos and found that the image quality coming out of the ZN5’s camera is really top notch.”
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LaptopMag reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“The ZN5 has Motorola’s CrystalTalk technology, which canceled background noise effectively. Indoors and out, the volume was loud and comfortable on both ends of the call. When we made a call outdoors, our caller could understand everything we said and didn’t hear traffic rumbling by.”
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MobileArsenal reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“Motorola ZN5 is not a perfect device, that’s sure. I still say that this is the handset that we’ve been waiting for, for a long time. At last we have a Motorola that doesn’t only look good, but it’s also fast and it’s even finely assembled.”
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ComputerWorld reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“she loved the styling and the “diamond” bevels that guide the user’s thumb on the keypad, along with the rubberized grip on the bottom of the phone that improves dexterity both when dialing and snapping pictures.”
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MobileReview reviews the Motorola ZN5 and writes;

“In other words, the average user will be more than content with what the ZN5 brings to the table, plus it’s quite loud and has very few settings to worry about.”
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Motorola MOTOZINE ZN5 Press Release

Motorola (NYSE: MOT), a leader in wireless communications, and Kodak (NYSE: EK), the world’s foremost imaging innovator, today announced MOTOZINE™ ZN5, the first product combining world-class innovation from both companies. The MOTOZINE ZN5 combines a high-quality phone and camera experience to help content-craving consumers seize inspiration and share the content they create and love with the world.

Unveiled today in Beijing at a gallery-inspired event, ZINE ZN5 delivers an easy and immersive mobile imaging experience. ZN5 is the first mobile phone to combine Motorola’s ModeShift Technology and KODAK Imaging Technology. Together, they redefine the quality, convenience and connectivity of mobile imaging devices. With KODAK EASYSHARE Software and easy access to KODAK Gallery1 or other web sharing sites,2 pictures are easily moved off the device, allowing consumers to print, share and enjoy their favorite photos whenever they want.

“Today’s creative consumers not only want to be the photographer, but also the retoucher, the exhibitor and the critic,” said Jeremy Dale, corporate vice president, mobile devices marketing, Motorola, Inc. “The MOTOZINE ZN5 lets them be all the things they want to be.”

Built to Shoot
ZN5 puts image capture first, with a high-resolution landscape screen and one of the fastest click-to-click times available. To launch the camera, simply slide open the Kodak lens cover to transform the phone into an ultra-fast 5 megapixel camera with auto-focus, a Xenon flash, 4GB of optional external memory3 and optimized settings for low-light environments.

Built-in KODAK Imaging Technology ensures that every picture taken with ZN5 looks its best. When KODAK Imaging Technology is combined with KODAK PERFECT TOUCH Technology, images become brighter and more vivid on the spot. Multiple capture modes, like multi-shot and panorama, which automatically stitches together continuous shots taken on the horizon line into a single, extended image1, makes taking photos fun.

“KODAK Imaging Technology combines Kodak’s unparalleled experience in imaging science with easy connectivity to the company’s vast portfolio of products and services,” said John Blake, general manager digital capture and imaging devices group, vice president Eastman Kodak Company. “We have redefined the quality, convenience and connectivity of mobile imaging devices. We have worked closely with Motorola to create a device that not only delivers Kodak-quality pictures, but allows consumers to explore a wide range of options for sharing their photos with friends and family around the world.”

Built to Share
With one touch, photos can be viewed right from the home screen; no menus, no searching. This multimedia device provides a fun, quick and easy way to share favorite photos. Pictures can be uploaded via Gallery Link in one simple click and instantly shared to the KODAK Gallery (www.kodakgallery.com)1 to be viewed, stored and shared with friends and family. ShoZu can be used to upload photos to a variety of social networking sites1. ZN5 comes with KODAK EASYSHARE Software, the world’s most used photo software, making it easy to organize, edit, share, store and find mobile pictures1. Consumers can transfer pictures to a computer via USB, Wi-Fi1 or Bluetooth® wireless technology4 and print wirelessly on Bluetooth-compatible KODAK All-in-One Printers and at KODAK Picture Kiosks.

Built to Talk
In phone mode, ZN5 features Motorola’s patented CrystalTalkTM technology to help callers hear and be heard, even in noisy environments. With dual compatibility for GSM and Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN), users can connect in more areas around the world2 and enjoy high-speed wireless connections to surf the Web via a full HTML browser2. To complete the communications experience, ZN5 also supports SMS, MMS, IM and personal e-mail2.

The MOTOZINE Multimedia Experience
MOTOZINE ZN5 is the first device to carry the MOTOZINE franchise name, Motorola’s new label for its multimedia-optimized devices. For the consumer who thrives on content consumption and creation, products in the ZINE portfolio give them the freedom to shape pop culture, on their terms.

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