Motorola today announced that MOTORAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition is available in the U.S. exclusively through MOTO STORE (www.store.motorola.com). Featuring the signature MOTORAZR2 form factor with gold-plated accents (on medallions, navigation key and hinge) and embossed in a snakeskin-like texture, this sleek beauty is available unlocked for GSM networks.

The ultra-slim MOTORAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition features elegant 18K gold-plated accents that highlight the luminous black slate vacuum-metal finish. A soft-touch back, embossed with a snakeskin-like texture, feels good in the hand, while subtle details, such as elegant pin stripes on the front lens, an engraved diamond-cut pattern on the sideband and linear etching on the navigation wheel look stunning.

This decadent mobile device provides users with an array of innovative, in-demand features. Without even opening the flip, users can read and respond to texts on the large, color external display, which also boasts touch-sensitive music controls, picture caller ID1and self-portrait camera display. Motorola's patented CrystalTalk technology helps enable clear calls by automatically accounting for background noise and adjusting the audio. Jet-setters will appreciate the device’s quad-band technology to stay connected while traveling the globe.

Surf the Web on MOTORAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition easily and intuitively with Opera Mobile Browser 8.5. Capture every glamorous moment in high-resolution with a 2.0 megapixel camera with 8x digital zoom and up to 2 hours of video capture and playback. Enjoy the latest music with up to 2GB of on-board storage for up to 1,000 songs, a powerhouse processor for lightening-fast over-the-air downloads and compatibility with Windows Media Player 11 on the PC, enabling access to over 200 online music stores.

This luxury edition MOTORAZR2 V8 comes with the perfect accessory - a compatible black slate Motorola H680 Bluetooth Headset with 18k gold plated accents on the ring around the power button. The stylish H680 keeps the conversation going with up to 8 hours of crisp, clear talk time and 8 days of standby time. To complete this stylish mobile experience, a stereo headset for music enjoyment, patent leather carrying case with mini strap and a polishing cloth are also included in-box.

The RAZR2 V8 Luxury Edition is now available exclusively through MotoStore (www.store.motorola.com) for $679.99. The device will be sold unlocked and is compatible with any existing GSM service.