With Apple’s iPhone 7 and Samsung’s Galaxy S7 competing for users, you need a wand of your own. For a long time, Android smartphone manufacturers thought they could only get along with internal components. Packing their devices with the latest processors and display technology has made them perform better, but they’ve never actually sold better. Since its rebirth under Google, Motorola has focused on adding value to Android where it makes sense. Moto Display, the sensors and software that allows users to wave their hands over their device’s screen for the latest notifications and updates, is still a must-have. For the Moto Z, the company needed a new secret weapon. This weapon is Moto Mods.
In its simplest form, Moto Mods are easy to remove smartphone accessories. Magnets on the back of the Moto Z, Moto Z Play, and Moto Z Droid phones lock the smartphone accessories in place and hold them there. Phone and Moto Mods can communicate with each other via pins located on the back of each phone and on the front of each Moto Mod.
Motorola wants to make it easy to add features not originally built into your smartphone. As the company is committed to producing devices with the same footprint in the future, users can rest assured that the Moto Mods they invested in will work when they upgrade, provided they stay in the Moto Z family. Moto Mods also work across devices, for example a Moto Mod purchased for the cheaper Moto Z Play will work with the Moto Z.
Here are the 5 best Moto Mods you can buy for your Moto Z smartphone today.
Best Moto Mods: Incipio OffGrid Moto Mod
Incipio OffGrid Moto Mod has two features that every mobile professional needs in their life. First, it’s a battery stuffed into its slightly tapered frame. This battery adds approximately 22 hours of additional time between charges. It’s up to you to decide how you want this Moto Mod to work. One option allows you to keep your phone at 80% charge in exchange for the Moto Mod to last longer. The other lets you keep your phone at 100%, but you’ll drain Incipio OffGrid’s battery reserve faster. The rubber feel makes it very gripable.
What will be the second great feature of the device? It features wireless charging, meaning you can charge both your phone and your phone without the need to physically connect any cables. The Incipio OffGrid MotoMod costs $79.99. It comes in black and white.
[ Buy the Incipio OffGrid Power Pack from Motorola ]
Best Moto Mods: Incipio Car Slot
Incipio hits the right notes again with the Incipio Vehicle Dock. This Moto Mod will keep and charge your Moto Z phone at the same speed as your wall outlet Turbo Charger, provided you have the necessary car adapter.
Android Auto lets you use your Moto Z to stream maps and music, and this dock gives you the option to automatically turn on this system when you connect it. Cleverly, the Incipio supports AUX cables and Bluetooth streaming.
The Incipio Car Dock Moto Mod costs $69.99.
[ Buy the Incipio Vehicle Dock Moto Mod from Verizon ]
Best Moto Mods: JBL Soundboost Speaker
The Moto Z has a lot to do, but its speaker isn’t one of them. It doesn’t do the music justice. That’s where the JBL Soundboost Speaker comes into play. This Moto Mod adds two large speakers, a kick-stand and a battery pack to your Moto Z, Moto Z Droid Force or Moto Z Play.
In short, you have all the necessary materials for a quality music listening session. JBL has gained a reputation for great speaker systems, and this one is no different. There is no need to connect via Bluetooth as it is connected to your phone using the Moto Mod system. Placing the kickstand ensures you get the best sound and you don’t have to turn your phone upside down.
The JBL Soundboost Speaker Moto Mod costs $79.99.
[ Buy the JBL SoundBoost Speaker Moto Mod from Motorola ]
Best Moto Mods: Kate Spade StylePack Moto Mod
Not all Moto Mods need to add a function. You can also use the Moto Mods system to give your smartphone some personality. The Kate Spade New York Style Pack Moto Mod lets you turn your Moto Z into a fashion statement.
Like other mods, the case attaches easily thanks to its powerful magnets. It will protect the back of your Moto Z from drops and scratches, but you’ll want to pair it with a bumper case for maximum protection. There are versions with stripes, dots and even confetti. You can find them all on Amazon.
Amazon has three models of the Kate Spade StylePack Moto Mod starting at $15.50 and going up to $49.99.
[ See the Kate Spade StylePack Moto Mod from Amazon ]
Moto Insta-Share Projector
Who wants to flip around a smartphone screen to see video clips? With the Moto Insta-Share Projector, you can share what’s on your Moto Z’s screen with anyone.
This Moto Mod lets you turn any wall into a 70 inch screen. There is a kickstand and automatic angle adjustment software so you always have a great photo. There’s also a manual override for focus if the software can’t get the job done.
To be clear, it will not replace a high-definition projector. It has a minimum brightness of 50 lumens. However, it’s perfect for allowing anyone to instantly see what’s on your device. It adds an extra hour of battery to your device as well. The Moto Insta-Share Projector costs $299.99.
[ Buy the Moto Insta-Share Moto Mod from Motorola ]
Good luck with your new Moto Z, Moto Z Droid Force or Moto Z Play. Motorola plans to continue working with partners to introduce new Moto Mods. For most of 2017, Motorola has been making an open call to small companies with great ideas for new mods that people may find useful. Finalists in Transforming the Smartphone Challenge include an additional solar charger and LED notification box. Official Motorola Blog.
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