Moto E (1st generation)

The first generation Moto E is an Android smartphone developed and manufactured by Motorola Mobility. It was unveiled and released online in India and the United States on May 13, 2014. Released in the wake of the success of the Moto G, the Moto E was designed to be a durable, low-end device marketed to first-time smartphone owners and budget-minded consumers, especially in emerging markets. The Moto E was well received by U.S. technology publications, which praised its relatively high quality compared to other low-end smartphones common in emerging markets. However, it lacked a front-facing camera and a flash. In India, the release of the Moto E was met with similarly high demand to that of the Moto G's Indian release, crashing the website of Flipkart. This online retailer exclusively markets the device in the country. The Moto E was succeeded by the second-generation model in February 2015.