| Corporate/Developer Program Information |
| Company name: |
Motorola, Inc. |
| Company address: |
1303 East Algonquin Road, Schaumburg, IL 60196 |
| Company URL: |
http://www.motorola.com |
| Developer Program URL: |
http://kb.motorola.metrowerks.com/motorola/pcsHome.do |
| Developer Program Information & Services |
| Name |
Motorola Developer Program |
| General Description |
Motorola provides integrated communications solutions including wireless telephone and messaging, two-way radio products and systems and networking and Internet-access products. Motorola developed the Motorola Developer Program to support developers in their efforts to create and market wireless applications. The program provides access to a wealth of services and support, including assistance in getting application ideas to market, training classes that range from overviews to in-depth courses, instantly accessible online technical support, application certification and industry-leading development software. Motorola chose Metrowerks to manage the program, because Metrowerks has demonstrated over the years its ability to create and manage large communities of developers for its customers.
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| Technical Services Provided |
- Software Development Kits and Tools
Motorola strives to provide the latest cutting edge development tools and device features to enable compelling wireless applications. Motorola makes available numerous SDKs including Motorola J2ME 3.0 SDK.
- Searchable Knowledge Base
The searchable knowledge base allows developers to access online technical information.
- FAQ Index
The FAQ index includes FAQs about Motorola's developer program as well as technical FAQs.
- Online News and Event Information
The site provides news and information about upcoming events.
- Online and E-Mail Technical Support
MOTOCODER technical is available for inquiries about implementing wireless solutions as well as technical support of wireless development tools and products. The service is available online to MOTOCODERs who purchase a support contract.
- Training
See information about Motorola's training program below
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| Business Services Provided |
Registered users who choose to contract and become a vendor with Motorola have access to MotoFolio, an e-commerce application hosting service. Through Motofolio, developers are able to provide wireless applications and content to network operators and other entities distributing wireless content to the consumers in the global wireless subscriber base.
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| Support for J2ME application distribution (tethered by cable)? |
Yes |
| Support for J2ME application distribution (over-the-air)? |
Yes |
| Newsletter |
[X] Yes [ ] No Frequency: Bi-weekly |
| Developer Conferences / Events |
Motorola provides information about applicable upcoming events at its website. |
| Developer Training Offerings |
Motorola offers both classroom and online training in a variety of technologies, focusing primarily on software development using Java 2 Micro Edition (J2ME) technology. Online training is available at the Motorola Developer Learning Center. Classroom courses are available on request if you have a sufficient number of students or at select Motorola facilities worldwide. Additional information about Motorola's training program can be found at http://kb.motorola.metrowerks.com/motorola/trainingHome.do. |
| Handsets/Devices that support J2ME platform: |
V60i, V66i, T720, T280i, A388, A008/A6288 and A830
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| Application Certification |
| Certification Program Name |
Motorola Application Certification Program |
| URL address where information can be found on application certification: |
http://kb.motorola.metrowerks.com/motorola/
certificationDetails.do |
| If relevant, describe different certification types/levels: |
To receive certification, an application must pass a rigorous battery of tests conducted by an independent, Motorola-authorized test house. Tests cover general product requirements as well as specific compatibility issues to ensure that an application has a consistent user interface and a high-quality standard of operation across Motorola's range of products. Motocoders also offers Metrowerks Certification for on charge on applicaitons that qualify. Applications that successfully pass the certification process earn the right to use the industry-recognized Motorola Compatible logo.
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| Please describe full certification process (include forms that need to be filled out by developer): |
Information about the certification process is located online in a series of Developer Guides at http://kb.motorola.metrowerks.com/motorola/
certificationDetails.do. The following is a summary of the process:
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Developers must register as a Motorola Developer member prior to submitting applications to the certification program. Developers are also required to run all tests prior to submission.
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Download the relevant Developer's Guide to obtain test cases, information on the test process and submittal instructions.
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Complete the on-line application form. You will be sent an email to confirm your request.
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You will then be forwarded the application schedule and payment section.
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The testing service will then contact you for more detailed information about your application, pricing, and scheduling options.
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| Cost to developer for application certification: |
See applicable Developer Guide
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| Partnership Information |
| URL address where information on partnering can be found: |
http://kb.motorola.metrowerks.com/
motorola/learnMore.jsp |
| If relevant, please describe different partnership types/levels: |
Online Members have download access to SDKs and access to online tech forums and fee-based programs
such as the certification program, training on Motorola's devices and platforms, wireless lab with
prototype devices, and the MDP online store. Online Members also receive the monthly newsletter and are
able to personalize the Motorola Developer Program website.
Enrollement in the program is free.
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| Please describe full partnership process to distribute applications to customer base (include forms that need to filled out): |
Developers create an account using the on-line registration form.
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| Revenue share model for application distribution: |
Varies |
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