Press Release
Motorola Launches Global Flagship Stores with Shanghai Opening
China location is first step in global effort to help consumers get more out of their products
New Delhi, 14 July, 2006: – Motorola, Inc. (NYSE:MOT) a global leader in wireless communications, has launched a worldwide initiative to open Motorola branded stores in key markets with the opening of its first ” “Global Flagship Store”” in a busy shopping area in downtown Shanghai.
Applying the same kind of innovative design approach that distinguishes Motorola’’s award-winning mobile handsets, Motorola Flagship Stores feature a unique, interactive layout, highly trained staff, phone customization and experience pods. All are intended to create a deeply experiential environment that incorporates Motorola’s full product range and bring to life Motorola’s vision of seamless mobility – anytime, anywhere.
““Motorola’’s Flagship Stores are designed to help consumers get more out of their Motorola products, beginning with an enhanced purchase experience and continuing throughout the time they own the tools for connection and communication,”” said Motorola’s Jeremy Dale, vice-president of retail marketing. ““We believe that through personalized service, an innovative and engaging retail environment, and a broad presence of these stores in the market, we offer a truly seamless consumer experience and will drive overall sales of the entire Motorola product family.””
Motorola has spent the last two years deeply engaged in a global research and development effort around the new retail concept, and as a result has come up with an approach that is centered around the consumer.
Fun is a core element of the stores, offering users an opportunity to personalize their phones using laser etching and customized ““phone tattoos,”” as well as unique in-store training programs and on-site factory authorized technicians to aid with questions and any necessary service.
Beyond the Motorola Flagship Stores themselves, Motorola is planning on taking advantage of the modular nature of the Flagship Store design to launch ““store-in-store”” shops and non-flagship stores.
“The key elements of the Motorola Flagship Store are modular, scalable, and flexible, ensuring that various incarnations of our signature store design will soon be found in stores worldwide,”” said Dale. “Motorola will only launch flagship stores, stores or “stores-in-stores” if it benefits our customers and partners who will be opening and operating the stores.”
The Shanghai Motorola Flagship Store is the first of four planned for mainland China, with additional key locations throughout Asia and around the world to follow. “Chinese consumers are as sophisticated as any consumers in the world,”” said Michael Tatelman, Motorola corporate vice president and general manager Mobile Devices, North Asia. “Launching our Flagship stores in China not only gives us the opportunity to become the brand of choice for China’s sophisticated consumers, it also gives us a unique opportunity to hone the retail concept for markets worldwide.”
““Motorola’’s goal with the Flagship Stores is nothing short of the reinvention of mobile retail culture and the transformation of the consumer experience, and our mission has always been to help people realize their human potential through the power of technology”” said Tatelman. ““The Flagship Stores are a superb opportunity to bring our vision of seamless mobility to life for consumers in a way that is experiential, human, and fun.””
About Motorola
Motorola is known around the world for innovation and leadership in wireless and broadband communications. Inspired by our vision of Seamless Mobility, the people of Motorola are committed to helping you get and stay connected simply and seamlessly to the people, information, and entertainment that you want and need. We do this by designing and delivering ““must have”” products, ““must do”” experiences and powerful networks — along with a full complement of support services. A Fortune 100 company with global presence and impact, Motorola had sales of US $36.8 billion in 2005.
For more information about our company, our people and our innovations, please visit www.motorola.com
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Bali is full of memorable moments, and some of them involve animals. Temple monkeys tug at bags, beach dogs nap near sunbeds, and cats wander into cafés like they own the place. Most interactions are harmless, but a bite or scratch can change the day quickly, because you may need immediate medical care and follow-up treatment. This is where Bali travel insurance becomes more than a box to tick.
In this article, you will explore whether animal bite treatment is insured, the exclusions, and the steps to claim easily in Bali.
Why Animal Bites in Bali Need Special Attention
Bites are not only about the visible wound. Insurers and doctors both treat them as medical events that can pose an infection risk, especially when the bite breaks the skin.
A scratch that looks small in the moment can still lead to:
● A doctor’s examination and wound cleaning
● Medicines and dressings
● Follow-up consultations if the doctor advises observation or further care
From an insurance perspective, this matters because claims are usually assessed on medical necessity and documentation, not on how dramatic the injury appears in a photo.
How International Travel Insurance Looks at an Animal Bite
Most travel policies are built around emergency medical expenses for unexpected illness or accidental injury abroad. A bite or scratch usually fits the accidental injury bucket, but coverage is rarely blanket.
In many plans, the following may be considered if a doctor prescribes them and bills and medical notes support them:
● Consultation and outpatient treatment
● Emergency care and procedures, such as wound dressing or stitches, if clinically required
● Prescribed medicines and investigations
● Hospitalisation if the treating doctor confirms it is needed
Common Reasons Claims Get Reduced or Rejected
This is the part travellers often miss. Insurers usually do not deny claims because an animal was involved. Claims become difficult when the event looks avoidable, the reporting is delayed, or the paperwork is weak.
Avoidable-Risk Situations Insurers Scrutinise
Policies commonly exclude or limit claims linked to unsafe conduct or preventable exposure. For animal bites, scrutiny may increase if the incident appears connected to:
● Provoking, feeding, or trying to handle wild animals
● Ignoring warning signs at tourist spots
● Being intoxicated at the time of the incident
● Activities that a policy lists as excluded or restricted
The takeaway is simple: if your own description sounds like a risky choice rather than a sudden accident, the insurer may challenge it.
Delays, Missing Papers, and Policy Conditions
Even when your incident is genuinely accidental, claims can still stall due to basics such as:
● Not informing the insurer or assistance partner within the required time
● Missing itemised bills, prescriptions, or clinical notes
● No proof of travel dates or passport entry details when requested
● Submitting only pharmacy slips without a doctor’s consultation record
International travel insurance is paperwork-driven. If you document it well, you reduce the chance of avoidable back-and-forth.
What to Do If You Are Bitten or Scratched in Bali
Your health comes first, always. But a few sensible steps can protect your recovery and keep your insurance file clean.
Medical Steps That Help You and Your Claim
Act fast, stay calm, and get proper care before worrying about bills.
● Clean the wound promptly and seek medical care, even if it seems minor
● Follow the doctor’s advice, including follow-ups if recommended
● Avoid self-medicating in place of a clinical assessment, because insurers often ask for a doctor’s report
Claim Notes and Documents to Collect
Keep these handy; they’ll save time and avoid follow-up questions later.
● Doctor’s notes that mention the nature of injury, treatment given, and advised next steps
● Prescriptions and pharmacy invoices
● Itemised hospital or clinic bills
● A brief written note of where and when it happened, while it is still fresh in your mind
Final Word
Animal bites in Bali are not rare, and they are not always dramatic, which is exactly why travellers underestimate them. Many travel policies can cover bite-related medical treatment when it is accidental and medically necessary, but the outcome depends on your policy terms and the quality of your documentation. If you buy cover thoughtfully, keep the assistance number handy, and respond sensibly if an incident happens, you give yourself the best chance of both good medical care and a smoother claim experience.
