The modular design Motorola made the Moto Z and Moto Z Play some of the most innovative mobile devices of 2016. At launch Motorola it only released four add-ons, which included a new camera and speaker, but the company has also promised to introduce more than ten new Moto Mods this year. And today we will talk about the most interesting and promising projects for Moto Z with Indiegogo. Yes, not all of them raised the necessary sums to start production, but I tried to tell not about successful or unsuccessful startups, but about how much you can diversify your scenarios for using a smartphone with the help of simple, in general, modules that expand the functionality of a specific models. Moreover, most have another month or two to accumulate enough donations and enter the market.
Edge
Edge is the world's first RGB notification light system for smartphones. Technically, the Edge is a case with a large LED indicator on the side edges. By assigning different backlight colors to certain events (for example, red – SMS, blue – Facebook, green – email), you can determine the type of incoming event even if you are busy with business and your smartphone is lying at the other end of the room . In addition, the Edge is equipped with an additional battery to compensate for the power consumption of the powerful LED backlight.
Edge on Indiegogo
Linc walkie-talkie
Have you ever had a situation in which the mobile network signal was lost at the right time? This is exactly what the Walkie-Talkie is for. It is just perfect for long outings in the countryside, in which people often face loss of signal at the most critical moment.
Walkie-Talkie also has its own Linc app, through which you can send a text message, share your GPS coordinates, and even communicate by radio while out of range of the mobile network.
Walkie Talkie on Indiegogo
Smart Z Wallet
Those who are annoyed with having to carry both wallet and phone with them will surely be interested in the simple but very useful Smart Z Wallet accessory. This pouch saves space in your pockets with a dedicated compartment for credit, business and other cards. In addition, it has a small mirror on the inside, a 1200mAh battery backup, and an optional GPS module.
Smart Z Wallet on Indiegogo
Wireless Charging Style Shell
The original Style Shell series from Motorola was supposed to give smartphones an alternative look, however, unlike Moto Mods, which add new functionality, Style Shell did not carry additional features with them, but at the same time they were much more attractive and compact . However, now there are craftsmen who have managed to combine functional innovations and stylish appearance. Thus, the Wireless Charging Style Shell is made in a 'wooden' design, allows wireless charging, and thanks to the infrared port, the smartphone turns into a remote control.
Wireless Charging Style Shell on Indiegogo
Z Sterilizer
This is a unique project: a small flashlight with strong ultraviolet radiation is attached under the back cover of the phone, which allows you to sterilize any object from germs by simply swiping your phone over it a couple of times.
Z Sterilizer on Indiegogo
Mico Solar Powered Charger
This is far from the first attempt to teach a mobile device to work from solar energy, but in this case there is one fundamental difference: if other developments involve the use of a solar battery as a separate device, Mico saves time and space, eliminating the need to fiddle with additional equipment.
Mico Solar Powered Charger on Indiegogo
InstruMod
In one accessory, there is a whole scattering of measuring instruments: it contains a goniometer, a light meter and wireless sensors, which essentially turns the back of your smartphone into a portable laboratory.
InstruMod on Indiegogo
EarMods
Perhaps one of the more unusual modules for the Moto Z is a pair of headphones built into the phone. However, they can be pulled out by holding down a special button. Considering that Motorola Moto Z does not have a 3.5mm jack, EarMods are a good alternative to all sorts of adapters.
EarMods on Indiegogo