Audio
As the world's first phone to feature Apple's iTunes software, the Motorola
ROKR lets consumers take their favorite full length tracks wherever they
go.
Through iTunes software, music and communication live hand in hand, multitasking
in harmony. Allowing consumers to listen to tracks while sending text messages,
taking pictures, or checking email, music is paused when incoming calls
occur.
Just like having an iPod, the ROKR's iTunes interface lets consumers
scroll through playlists, songs, and even with accompanying album art. Transferring
files from a Mac or PC, the ROKR is connected through a USB cable. Users
decide which songs are synchronized by simply dragging and dropping files with
the included software; or iTunes can do it for them, autofilling the ROKR
with a random selection from their iTunes music library. Easy.
Programmed into the software, Apple limited the ROKR's music capacity. Capable
of only holding a 100 songs total, the imposed limitation ensured Apple wouldn't
cannibalize its own iPod dominant market. Given such restrictions, the ROKR can
only hold about 8 albums; hardly enough for a weekend getaway.
Aside from buying music from the iTunes Store, users can add songs from their
own CDs; importing songs to the iTunes library. Unfortunately, only iTunes
formatted files are allowed, so other file formats (like MP3s) will prompt: "File
has unidentifiable information. Delete?"
Through the included headphones, with the 3.5 mm adaptor, users can listen
privately without disturbing others. But to share the music, the ROKR E1's
dual surround sound 22 kHz speakers provide consumers with a wonderful open-air
listening experience.
 Likewise,
the ROKR is able to play MP3 ringtones. And if for some reason should consumers
prefer polyphonic, the ROKR can play up to 24 chords simultaneously.
Messaging
Featuring all the standard text messaging formats, the ROKR supports
SMS (Short Messaging Service), EMS (Enhanced Messaging Service), and MMS
(Multimedia Message Service).
Additionally, the ROKR comes with Wireless Village instant messaging.
Going beyond traditional SMS-based chat, Wireless Village defines open connections
with existing instant messaging providers; allowing consumers access to
the most popular chat programs right on the ROKR - clients such as AOL,
ICQ, Yahoo and MSN.
Allowing real-time communication, Wireless Village also lets users share
personal information about their Status (On-Line, Off-Line, or Busy), Location
(Home or Work), and Moods (Happy or Angry). Private and public chartrooms
and conferencing services are also available, dependant on network operators.
Through Lexicus Software iTAP method, predictive text saves users time
when typing; choosing from a dictionary of words and phrases to anticipate
what is being written.
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