Motorola has recently released the Motorola Q9e on its US web store. The Q9e is just a Q9h, stripped off the good stuff. Same Windows Mobile 6.0, same 2 megapixel camera, without the 3G. The Q9e is a quadband GSM device that uses EDGE data. The Moto Q 9e retails for $499. It’s unlocked and will allow you to use any SIM card. In the US, the Moto Q 9e is compatible with AT&T and T-Mobile. Motorola is also packaging their T815 GPS for an extra $224 that allows for turn-by-turn directions on the Moto Q 9e. The Q9e looks more like the European Q9, than the AT&T branded Q9h. Although there is no WiFi, the phone is running Windows Mobile 6 and has a 2 megapixel camera with LED flash. The phone will run you $724.98 unlocked. Although unconfirmed, expect the Moto Q 9e to be in line for a Windows Mobile 6.1 upgrade around the time the Q 9h update becomes available.
