- Brand origin
- United States
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. China
Motorola is an American consumer electronics brand best known for smartphones and other mobile devices. Motorola is ultimately owned by Lenovo Group Limited, a publicly listed company headquartered in China.
motorola.comAbout Motorola
What is Motorola?
Motorola is a consumer electronics brand operated through Motorola Mobility LLC. Motorola Mobility is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and its official website is motorola.com. Motorola primarily makes smartphones and related mobile devices.
Who owns Motorola?
Motorola is ultimately owned by Lenovo Group Limited, according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. Lenovo completed its acquisition of Motorola Mobility from Google on 30 October 2014 and said Motorola would operate as a wholly owned subsidiary. Lenovo Group Limited is a publicly listed company headquartered in China.
Where does Motorola come from?
Motorola originated in the United States and was founded in 1928. The original Motorola business was divided in 2011 into Motorola Mobility, focused on consumer products, and Motorola Solutions, focused on enterprise and public safety products. Google acquired Motorola Mobility in 2012 and sold it to Lenovo in 2014.
What products does Motorola make?
Motorola makes Android smartphones and other mobile devices. Named Motorola product lines include Moto X, Moto G, Moto E, and DROID. Motorola Mobility has also been associated with tablets, wireless accessories, cable modems, and digital set-top boxes.
Frequently asked questions about Motorola
Is Motorola an American brand?
- Yes. Motorola originated in the United States, and Motorola Mobility is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. The Motorola brand is now ultimately owned by Lenovo Group Limited, which is headquartered in China.
Are Motorola phones made by Lenovo?
- Yes. Lenovo owns Motorola Mobility, the business that operates the Motorola consumer brand. Lenovo completed the acquisition of Motorola Mobility from Google in 2014.
Does Motorola still make phones?
- Yes. Motorola continues to make Android smartphones, including products in the Moto family. Motorola's named smartphone lines include Moto X, Moto G, Moto E, and DROID.
Is Motorola the same company as Motorola Solutions?
- No. Motorola Mobility and Motorola Solutions became separate companies after Motorola was divided in 2011. Motorola Mobility operates the consumer brand, while Motorola Solutions focuses on enterprise and public safety products.
Where is Motorola headquartered?
- Motorola Mobility is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, United States. The company operates the Motorola consumer brand from that business.
Sources: news.lenovo.com: lenovo completes full acquisition motorola mobility from google, motorola.com, sec.gov, linkedin.com, zoominfo.com, bbb.org, en.wikipedia.org, news.lenovo.com: motorola mobility lenovo acquisition day
Sources: en.wikipedia.org, revenuememo.com
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