which model to buy for use in japan? - Moto X Q&A

i'm looking to buy a moto x, preferably the new model, but the 2nd gen would suffice too if i have to, to use in japan on ntt docomo or softbank and it would be great if i could also use it on t-mobile and/or Verizon as well. i was told that in order for Japanese carriers to sell you service, the device must have the "Technical Conformity Mark" (it seems im being blocked from posting a link since im so new..)
Can anyone confirm this and also tell me which variant(s) of the phone(s) have this mark?

I don't think moto X is a good choice for Japan. I have a xt1053 and no one (softbank, au,DoCoMo) can get it to work.
If you can get it to work, please let me know.
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[Q] T-Mobile Moto X: can I use it on any GSM carrier?

Hi there!
I am looking to get a Moto X to be used with any GSM carrier in the US and Europe.
(I don't want to root it)
Do I need to buy the Developer Edition or can I also get the No-Contract T-Mobile one (customizable via motomaker)?
Thanks in advance!
The T-mobile is unlocked and good to go, no need to buy the developer edition.
HwlHwl said:
Hi there!
I am looking to get a Moto X to be used with any GSM carrier in the US and Europe.
(I don't want to root it)
Do I need to buy the Developer Edition or can I also get the No-Contract T-Mobile one (customizable via motomaker)?
Thanks in advance!
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They're the exact same phone x1053, make sure the LTE bands are correct for the carriers you want to use (5 and 7 are x1058 only)
Steve-x said:
The T-mobile is unlocked and good to go, no need to buy the developer edition.
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Are you absolutely sure about this? Do you know it for a fact, or have you just read it somewhere?
I contacted Motorola today, to verify that the t-mobile off-contract version indeed was sim-unlocked, but they replied that it WAS sim-locked, and also was carrying the t-mobile logo on the back.
I think it's really hard to figure out who to believe, since many are reporting that it comes sim-unlocked, but wouldn't Motorola be the one to know for sure?
Odelheim said:
Are you absolutely sure about this? Do you know it for a fact, or have you just read it somewhere?
I contacted Motorola today, to verify that the t-mobile off-contract version indeed was sim-unlocked, but they replied that it WAS sim-locked, and also was carrying the t-mobile logo on the back.
I think it's really hard to figure out who to believe, since many are reporting that it comes sim-unlocked, but wouldn't Motorola be the one to know for sure?
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I can't verify whether it's SIM locked or not but I have one in my hand and the T-Mobile XT1053 does not have any branding on it. There is no logo on it. There are no T-Mo apps on it either.
It's unlocked. Using it with prepaid at&t.
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Indian here. Planning on getting a 32GB Moto X. Need to know if it'll work in India.

Hi. I'm based in Bangalore, India. I plan to get a 32GB Moto X with a Bamboo back from a friend in the States. I have a few questions about it, if anybody would be kind to help that'd be awesome.
1) Is there an unlocked version of the device and will it work in India?
2) How much would the device cost me including tax? I know tax laws are different according to state but I'd like to know the price range it would fall in.
3) More general questions about the phone: Is it of a durable build quality? How's the camera? I've read a ton of reviews but I want to know some real life comments. Also, I don't want to accidentally crack my screen from the smallest drop and get into the trouble of having to send the phone overseas back to the USA for customer support.
Pm me I'll tell u in detailed
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It should work in india. I sent an att moto x and my friend is using it from 3 months. Normal moto x from motomaker would cost you 399+tax. Not sure about the wooden ones. Camera is bad other than that everything is great in this phone
Camera ain't bad better than most of phones
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zeabagsfull said:
Hi. I'm based in Bangalore, India. I plan to get a 32GB Moto X with a Bamboo back from a friend in the States. I have a few questions about it, if anybody would be kind to help that'd be awesome.
1) Is there an unlocked version of the device and will it work in India?
2) How much would the device cost me including tax? I know tax laws are different according to state but I'd like to know the price range it would fall in.
3) More general questions about the phone: Is it of a durable build quality? How's the camera? I've read a ton of reviews but I want to know some real life comments. Also, I don't want to accidentally crack my screen from the smallest drop and get into the trouble of having to send the phone overseas back to the USA for customer support.
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Works perfectly man, but obviously we dont have 4G but everything else just works fine!! I am on Vodafone... Bangalore!
But don't get Verizon or att customized version of the Verizon or att doesn't work on gsm
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L7iharsha said:
But don't get Verizon or att customized version of the Verizon or att doesn't work on gsm
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Wat. I think you mean Sprint. AT&T is a GSM network...
Sprint cdma doesn't work with Indian gsm carriers and Att customized not unlockable and recently I got Customized Verizon one I can't use gsm reason Verizon blocked gsm only I can use cdma
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If you use gsm and want a moto maker one with bamboo, etc, your best option is the t mobile version. Its the same hardware as the gsm Dev edition, is factory Sim unlocked, and carries the most freq bands.
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Actually I'm getting signal but only few minutes and immediately it showing emergency only or no service but one weird thing is I can access internet whatever 3G or 2G
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I have ordered Moto x 16GB unlocked which cost me 423$ --> 24$ tax for Pennsylvania
Sorry for hijacking this thread. I thought it better to post in this one than start a new one since my query is similar.
My question is which edition of Moto X is being sold in India? It is definitely an unlocked gsm phone as far as I know.
I would be moving to California for a little while and was wondering if I could use my Indian Moto X there on a prepaid gsm network like T-Mobile.
Any help would be appreciated.
Can't post the link to the Indian Moto x here due to new member restrictions. But it's being sold exclusively on flipkart.com

Have Moto Maker code / Want Unlocked X

I have an unused Moto Maker redemption code for a Verizon X and want an unlocked X that can be used on T-Mobile or ATT. I'm willing to include cash on top. If someone is trustworthy and willing, I'll redeem the code to your specs and after they deliver (per Moto's rules, it has to be delivered to my address) we can work out the trade.
Thanks!
Try that deal in a buy and sell. Regular folk that know nothing of root would maybe like it. Trade them a custom moto maker the way they want for a used t-mobile. You might want to offer to sim unlock it too. If you can on moto maker? Then you're set.
Problem asking here, is EVERYBODY here wants to be unlocked. Lol
KJ said:
Try that deal in a buy and sell. Regular folk that know nothing of root would maybe like it. Trade them a custom moto maker the way they want for a used t-mobile. You might want to offer to sim unlock it too. If you can on moto maker? Then you're set.
Problem asking here, is EVERYBODY here wants to be unlocked. Lol
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Good point and thanks for the tip! Unfortunately sim unlock is not an option that I'm aware of.
There must be someone out there wanting to come to big red...
suhsix said:
Good point and thanks for the tip! Unfortunately sim unlock is not an option that I'm aware of.
There must be someone out there wanting to come to big red...
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Just FYI, the Verizon XT1060 is already SIM-Unlocked and will work on T-Mobile and AT&T. There are a few caveats, however.
You can only have voice OR data working, and not both at the same time (on GSM). Also, the phone only supports some of the GSM data frequencies (but all of the voice frequencies). Because of this, you may only be able to get EDGE data in some areas.
Also, consider listing on swappa (XDA's official marketplace). You might look through the listings for the GSM unlocked versions, and message the sellers to see if they would consider your trade...
Good Luck

[Q] Question: Moto X and Telcel GSM SIM in Mexico

I know there is a thread about someone using a MAXX for this purpose here - but I wondered if anyone here specifically had experience using a Telcel GSM SIM in Mexico with a Moto X.
Just a little backstory on this... I am going to Cancun in October. I have a Samsung S4 but read that it has issues using data with a GSM sim... so I did some research and, from what I have read, my best option was to get a Moto X because the radio in 4.4.4 fixed a bunch of issues with using a GSM sim and that the Moto X was truly sim unlocked - where the MAXX was locked during a recent update. From a layman's perspective, it is almost impossible to determine what the reality is... but I made the jump anyway.
I actually got Verizon to give me a free upgrade 15 months ahead of schedule when I told them that I would just add a new line and pay the ETF rather than paying full retail for the phone... after explaining to them that I wanted the Moto X because it was sim unlocked. The good news is that they didn't even extend my contract... they just let me buy a new subsidized phone, apparently.
So, now to the question at hand... has anyone had experience doing this? Do I need to do something to make it work properly?

Where to buy Moto x 2014?

Im from Philippines and i want to buy moto x 2014 but no one is selling here. Anyone can suggest a legit seller and willing to ship here? TIA
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Can't you buy directly from MotoMaker?
Nope. They didn't include Philippines as shipping address
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I'd also be keen if anyone could suggest a workable way to buy the phone from Australia through either the US, UK, or europe motomaker?
The Moto X still hasn't gone on sale here, and when it does Moto Maker won't be part of the offering...so we'll be unable to customise the phone
I've actually placed an order through the US Moto Maker site, using the Comgateway freight forwarding service as my delivery address, not realising that Motorola explicitly forbid this as part of their terms of sale, suffice to say they ended up cancelling my order.
Has anyone been successful in purchasing through either US, UK or european motomaker and getting it sent internationally?
Motorola customer service actually suggested I have it shipped to a friend/family member to send on, but unfortunately I don't know anyone in the countries where moto maker is offered...if they offer this as a solution it makes me question why they have a policy of forbidding freight forwarders, but I won't get anywhere having that argument with them...
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Has anyone been successful in purchasing through either US, UK or european motomaker and getting it sent internationally?
Motorola customer service actually suggested I have it shipped to a friend/family member to send on, but unfortunately I don't know anyone in the countries where moto maker is offered...if they offer this as a solution it makes me question why they have a policy of forbidding freight forwarders, but I won't get anywhere having that argument with them...
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yes, I ordered through phonehouse.de, they don't check delivery address like motorola does but you will have to pay for shipping twice, one time for yor motomaker code and one time for the phone. To be honest I think that would be to expensive. All in all I paid 610 euros for the 32GB variant (phonehouse did have an offer for free premium backs though) but my GF managed to pick up a note4 for only 680euros in a dutch store, it comes with a "turbo" charger in the box and earpieces and of course the s-pen and better hardware and with lollipop around the corner many of the moto's exclusive features will be coming to other devices too. Or get a nexus 6

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