Motorola

Motorola

Public-safety communications devices and command-center software

Overview

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Motorola Solutions focuses on mission-critical communications for first responders and enterprises. Its offerings combine rugged voice radios, body cameras, and an integrated command-center platform with video security, access control, cloud-based 911, and AI-powered analytics. The product ecosystem works as an end-to-end system: field devices capture voice, video, and data, which feed into a central command-and-control software for dispatch, situational awareness, and secure storage, enabling coordinated responses across teams. The company differentiates itself by building a connected, software-enabled ecosystem built around reliability and scale for public safety, backed by strategic acquisitions (like Avigilon) to integrate hardware, video, and analytics into one platform. Its goal is to provide a trusted, seamless flow of intelligent data across voice, video, and data to keep first responders and critical operations connected in high-stakes moments.

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Significant Headcount Growth

About Motorola

Simplify's Rating
Why Motorola is rated
B
Rated A on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Government & Public Sector

Enterprise Software

Cybersecurity

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2011

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 revenue rose 13.3% to $3.13 billion, beating estimates.
  • Motorola launched SafetyCam in June 2026 for retail security and AI assistance.
  • Brinc raised $125 million in July 2026 with Motorola leading the round.

What critics are saying

  • A May 27, 2026 California class action attacks Motorola's ALPR privacy practices.
  • The D-Fend deal closes in Q4 2026 only after regulatory approval.
  • Tariffs cut 2026 margins by roughly $60 million while supply-chain costs stay elevated.

What makes Motorola unique

  • APX NEXT XN became the first radio certified to NFPA 1930 in 2026.
  • CommandCentral, radios, body cameras, and SafetyCam share one public-safety workflow.
  • D-Fend and Brinc extend Motorola into drones and counter-drone operations.

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Funding

Total Funding

$4B

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Industry Average

Funded Over

5 Rounds

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Benefits

Hybrid Work Options

Stock Price

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
Cbonds
Aug 7th, 2026
New issues: Motorola Solutions issued international bonds (US620076CD98, US620076CE71) in the amount of USD 350, USD 600 mln maturing in 2029, 2036 respectively.

On August 6, 2026 issuer Motorola Solutions released international bonds (US620076CD98, US620076CE71).• In the amount of USD 350 mln with the coupon rate of 4.85% maturing in 2029. The issues were sold at the price of 99.989% at par.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 6th, 2026
Motorola reports Q2 revenue of $3.13B, beating estimates by 4.4% with EPS surprise of 14.3%

Motorola Solutions reported Q2 2026 revenue of $3.13 billion, up 13.3% year-over-year, beating the consensus estimate of $3 billion by 4.36%. Earnings per share reached $4.41, compared to $3.57 a year ago, exceeding the consensus estimate of $3.86 by 14.25%. The Products and Systems Integration segment generated $1.91 billion, surpassing the $1.76 billion analyst estimate and representing a 15.4% year-over-year increase. Software and Services revenue totalled $1.23 billion, up 10.2% year-over-year, slightly below the $1.24 billion estimate. Mission Critical Networks led performance with $2.28 billion in sales, above the $2.15 billion estimate. Net sales from products reached $1.82 billion, beating the $1.69 billion estimate and showing 18.6% year-over-year growth.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 6th, 2026
Motorola beats Q2 earnings estimates with $4.41 per share, revenue up to $3.13B

Motorola reported second-quarter earnings of $4.41 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3.86 per share and representing a 14.25% earnings surprise. This compares to earnings of $3.57 per share a year ago. The communications equipment maker posted revenues of $3.13 billion for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing estimates by 4.36%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $2.77 billion. The company has topped consensus EPS and revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters. Motorola shares have added about 15.5% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 13%. The estimate revisions trend for Motorola was favourable ahead of this earnings release, translating into a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) for the stock.

Associated Press
Jul 21st, 2026
Motorola Solutions' APX NEXT XN becomes first radio to achieve NFPA 1930 certification

Motorola Solutions announced that its APX NEXT XN P25 smart radio and XVN500 remote speaker microphone are the first in the industry to achieve the National Fire Protection Association's NFPA 1930 certification. This latest standard supersedes NFPA 1802 and represents the highest level of ruggedisation with new software safety protocols. The devices underwent rigorous testing, including exposure to direct flame, heat testing to 500 degrees Fahrenheit, and drop testing from 9.8 feet. The latest APX NEXT XN model adds low earth orbit satellite connectivity to LMR and broadband, extending coverage to approximately half a million square miles of the US traditionally unreachable by land-based cellular towers. Firefighters can now access voice-enabled applications including SmartQuery for agency policies and SmartTranslate for voice-to-voice translation in the field.

Bloomberg Law
Jul 14th, 2026
Altman-backed Brinc raises $125M for US emergency drones after Chinese import ban

Seattle-based Brinc Drones has raised $125 million to expand sales to US police and fire departments following restrictions on Chinese drone imports. Motorola Solutions led the funding round, with participation from Index Ventures and Figma CEO Dylan Field. The startup, backed by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, has now raised over $250 million since launching in 2019. The company did not disclose its valuation. Brinc targets emergency response customers and currently works with approximately 1,000 police and fire departments. The drones are used for responding to emergency calls.

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