New Moto Mod for gamers goes after the Nintendo Switch

It's the most aggressive of the five new Mods and seven new concepts that Moto broke out for Moto Z phones.

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Feb. 26, 2017 8:11 a.m. PT

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Moto announced five new snap-on Mod accessories today for its Moto Z family of phones, making good on its promise to release at least 12 new Mods in 2017. The company is actively wooing developers to help create its ecosystem of Mods.

1. Game pad

The most aggressive new Mod takes on the Nintendo Switch , the new portable gaming console that you can also plug into your TV. A snap-on rig for the Moto Z has four speakers and gaming controls and comes preloaded with games. It would likely cost a lot less than the Switch -- and have more games, too.