In some very strange news, Motorola has announced on its homepage that it will allow people to try out the Moto X in a very unique way: you’ll be able to customize your own contract-free Moto X and use it for two weeks while only paying a single cent. There are no details on this promotion just yet, only this single section on the homepage. But on June 9, you’ll be able to pick up a Moto X for a penny and use it for two weeks before having to purchase it full price. We’ve talked about this on the podcast before. People didn’t think highly of the Moto X at launch, especially tech writers. However, when we used one, we fell in love.
On June 9th only, people will be able to order a Moto X for a penny and try it out for two weeks, Motorola has announced. As a part of the promotion, people will be able to build a custom design using MotoMaker, just as they would if they were buying the device outright. It’s unknown however if Motorola will allow wood backs, which normally cost extra, and it will presumably block engraving as an option. Another question is how the company will deal with the end of the trial period. The likely case is that Motorola will use the credit card number from the penny transaction to charge full price if a phone isn’t returned. Motorola is believed to be trying to clear out stock of the Moto X ahead of revealing the Moto X+1. Another incentive may be the coming closure of the US plant where the Moto X is built.