Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion: The Future of Business Communication is Here
DMR Voice + Broadband Data • Open Android • 13 MP Camera • IP68 • Glove-Operable Gorilla Glass
The Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion is the first business-ready smart radio to merge always-on, mission-critical Push-to-Talk voice with a full broadband-data platform — ending the two-device problem of carrying a rugged radio and a separate smartphone. It pairs licensed DMR two-way voice with an open Android application ecosystem, so the MOTOTRBO Ion replaces both devices with one ultra-rugged tool. Explore the full range of business two-way radios.
Who It's For
High-intensity enterprise teams that need rugged radio reliability and connected, app-driven workflows in a single device. Want pure rugged two-way voice without broadband? Step up to the Motorola R7 or the value-focused Motorola R2. Scaling a fleet on a budget? Compare the Motorola CP200d.
Key Features
Voice + Broadband in One
The MOTOTRBO Ion delivers world-class Push-to-Talk performance alongside LTE and Wi-Fi broadband data, so your team talks and works connected on a single radio.
Open Android App Ecosystem
Full Google Mobile Services certification and Google Play Store access let you run ticket-management apps, enterprise tools, and custom workflows directly on the MOTOTRBO Ion.
13 MP Integrated Camera
Scan inventory, capture proof of work, and digitize enterprise workflows without reaching for a second device.
IP68 Ruggedized Build
Completely dust-tight and submersible in 2 meters of water for 2 hours, the MOTOTRBO Ion is built for high-intensity enterprise environments.
Glove-Operable Gorilla Glass
The high-resolution touchscreen responds through gloves up to 4 mm thick and keeps working in rain, snow, and grease.
Network Redundancy
Seamless failover across LTE and Wi-Fi keeps the MOTOTRBO Ion connected when one network drops.
Licensed DMR Performance
Reliable digital DMR two-way voice gives the MOTOTRBO Ion the range and clarity demanding teams expect from Motorola.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion |
| Technology | Digital DMR voice & broadband data |
| IP Rating | IP68 — dust-tight, submersible 2 m for 2 hr |
| Display | High-resolution Gorilla Glass, glove-operable up to 4 mm |
| Camera | 13 MP integrated |
| Connectivity | LTE & Wi-Fi network redundancy |
| App Platform | Android with full GMS & Google Play Store |
| License Required | Yes — FCC license required (DMR) |
Who Is the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion For?
The Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion is built for high-intensity enterprise users who need rugged radio reliability and connected, app-driven workflows in a single device — warehouse and logistics operations, manufacturing, transportation, hospitality, and field-service teams running digital tools in the field. If your crews carry both a radio and a smartphone today, the MOTOTRBO Ion consolidates them into one ultra-rugged tool. Teams who want pure rugged two-way voice may also consider the Motorola R7 or the value-focused Motorola R2, while businesses scaling a fleet on a budget often pair these with the Motorola CP200d. For setup and comparison help, see the Motorola R-Series resource hub or browse all business two-way radios.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion: The Future of Business Communication is Here
• Does the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion require an FCC license?
Yes. The MOTOTRBO Ion is a licensed DMR radio and requires an FCC license to operate. If you need help with the licensing process, contact our radio experts or call 1-800-984-1534.
• Is the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion both a radio and a smartphone?
Effectively, yes. The MOTOTRBO Ion combines world-class Push-to-Talk DMR voice with an open Android platform — full Google Mobile Services and Google Play Store access — so it replaces both a rugged two-way radio and a separate smartphone with a single device.
• How rugged is the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion?
The MOTOTRBO Ion carries an IP68 rating — it is completely dust-tight and submersible in 2 meters of water for 2 hours. Its high-resolution Gorilla Glass touchscreen stays operable through gloves up to 4 mm thick and keeps working in rain, snow, and grease.
• What apps can run on the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion?
Because the MOTOTRBO Ion is fully Google Mobile Services certified with Google Play Store access, you can run ticket-management apps, enterprise tools, and custom Android workflows directly on the device alongside its Push-to-Talk voice.
• How does the Motorola MOTOTRBO Ion stay connected?
The MOTOTRBO Ion uses LTE and Wi-Fi with seamless network redundancy, so if one network drops it fails over to the other — keeping your team connected in demanding enterprise environments. For help choosing the right Motorola radio, see the Motorola R-Series resource hub.