AURA

Inspired by luxury watches and handcrafted design, AURA™ is a unique mobile Linux-powered handset that breaks convention and re-establishes artistry, combining superb craftsmanship and a distinctive interface for a sensory experience that is second to none.

Java developers can bring a whole new dimension to their applications by taking advantage of a groundbreaking circular display: at 1.55”/480 pixel diameter, AURA displays 16 million colors at 300 dpi resolution.

Inside the luxurious shell is a modern phone with CrystalTalk technology for clear sound, a 2 MP camera, video capture/playback/streaming support, and 2 GB of available storage.

Developer Resources

• Design & Build
• Test & Certify
• Market & Sell

Get all the information you need to successfully build applications for the AURA.

Start Here

Get acquainted with the features and functions of the AURA, as well as the significant business opportunity available to developers writing applications for this handset.

• AURA Specifications Sheet [PDF, 241KB]
• Product Overview

Documents

Download all of the available documentation to get started today.

• AURA Specifications Sheet [PDF, 241KB]
• AURA Media Guide [PDF, 288KB]

Technical Support

MOTODEV members may search our support database for answers to commonly asked development questions or submit bugs or questions to our developer technical support experts.

Rigorous testing ensures the quality of your application and certification opens doors to critical marketing and sales opportunities.

Ensure that your application provides the world-class experience Motorola users expect by taking advantage of these resources.

Test

• Test your application in the field by requesting a device through the MOTODEV Loaner Program
• Through the Fast Track Center, MOTODEV members can get great deals on application testing and QA services from industry-leaders.

• DeviceAnywhere: Remote on-device testing.

Certify

• Getting your application signed ensures that it will work correctly on targeted handsets. For more on certification, check out the MOTODEV Testing and Certification page.

Make sure all the work you put into developing and testing your application gets rewarded. The resources below will help make sure customers find and purchase your product.

Market

• MOTODEV's Fast Track Center offers a wealth of resources that assure you the absolute best chance of success in the marketplace. As a MOTODEV member, you have access to high quality, world-class business development, product development, marketing, and go-to-market programs.
• The Motorola Solutions Catalog is an effective marketing and merchandising tool specifically for MOTODEV members. With an appealing consumer front end and robust, easily-managed back end, the Catalog is a unique opportunity to market and sell your products through the power and prestige of Motorola’s world-renowned brand.

Sell

Developers can take advantage of the sales opportunities available from Handango, one of the foremost mobile application e-tailers. Submit your application today.

AURA

Specifications

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  • Java
  • MOTODEV Studio for Java ME
  • MOTODEV SDK for Java ME
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