Motorola and T-Mobile introduce MOTORAZR design by tattoo artist

Motorola and T-Mobile announced the availability in the US of the MOTORAZR V3 – Miami Ink Collection, two hot new handsets featuring tattoo-inspired designs by Ami James, leading tattoo artist on TLC’s hit television series “Miami Ink.” Combining these ‘tattoos’ designed by the world-famous artist with the MOTORAZR’s award-winning slender form and multimedia features, the Miami Ink collection offers T-Mobile consumers a new twist on the world’s best-selling mobile handset.
“From cool new materials to vibrant bursts of color, these new tattoo-etched phones let consumers express their individual style,” said Jim Wicks, vice president and director, Consumer Experience Design, Motorola.
“With Ami’s unique and eye-catching designs, we are able to offer a device that truly is a lifestyle accessory.”
Two of Ami’s designs — in dark pearl gray with Dragon Tattoo and in magenta with Cherry Blossom Tattoo — are the first to become available globally from the MOTORAZR V3 – Miami Ink Collection — giving consumers ‘tattoo cool’ without the pain!  Laser-etched onto the smooth brushed aluminum surface of the MOTORAZR V3, the tattoos turn the slim mobile device into a work of art.
Including an integrated VGA camera with 4x digital zoom, the MOTORAZR V3 – Miami Ink Collection makes it easy to see, snap and share memories, while MPEG 4 video clips bring digital images to life in the palm of your hand. An array of communication options including quad-band world-phone technology, convenient picture caller ID and Bluetooth technology give users the ability to juggle work and play with ease.
The Miami Ink Collection will only be available at T-Mobile retail stores in the US, selected dealers and online at http://www.t-mobile.com on October 30. 
“Miami Ink,” starring Ami James, is set in a South Beach tattoo shop and provides a glimpse into the motivations and passions behind each tattoo artists’ career, while showcasing their work and the stories behind the tattoos of their clients. It airs Tuesdays at 10 PM ET/PT on TLC.
T-Mobile USA is a member of the T-Mobile International group and the mobile telecommunications subsidiary of Deutsche Telekom AG. At the end of June 2006, more than 90 million mobile customers
were served by companies of the Deutsche Telekom group — 23.3 mln by T-Mobile USA — all via a common technology platform based on GSM.