Features & Capabilities

GO BEYOND PUSH-TO-TALK WITH THE TALKABOUT T8xx series AND FREE TALKABOUT APP

The TALKABOUT T8xx series allow you to share and track locations with your travel companions. No cell service, no problem. Just download this app, connect your smartphone via Bluetooth and you now have the ability to locate a friend’s campsite, share your current location and send messages - all while exploring off-grid. You can also control your radio setting from the TALKABOUT app. Skiing, hiking, hunting or at a music festival, the T8xx series have an IP54 rating and a range of up to 35 miles* to keep you connected no matter where your adventures lead.

HOW IT WORKS

The T8xx series two-way radio work just like every other radio by sending information using radio frequencies to keep you connected while off-grid. The secret to the T8xx series is once your smartphone is connected to your radio over Bluetooth, the TALKABOUT smartphone app enables communication options beyond push-to-talk. The TALKABOUT app uses the T8xx series as modem to talk, send messages, locations and more over the radio frequencies to your fellow T8xx series users. With enhanced communication and more information you enjoy unrivaled connectivity for peace of mind off the cellular grid.

APP FEATURES: • Location sharing off-grid with ///what3words capabilities • Messaging off-grid • Record tracks & statistics • Push-to-talk from phone (select radio models; T802 and T803 only) • Features enabled & settings controlled by TALKABOUT App • Bluetooth connectivity to audio accessory (select radio models; T802 and T803 only)

  • The communication and data ranges quoted are calculated under optimum conditions, with an unobstructed line of sight. Actual range will vary depending on terrain and conditions, and is often less than the maximum possible.

User Growth & Download Statistics

App
By:
Motorola Solutions, Inc
Rating:
1.60
(34)
Version:
2.2.4 Last updated: 2025-06-20
Version code:
875650109
Creation date:
2018-08-27
Compatible devices:
Size:
38.69MB
URLs:
Website ,Privacy policy
Full description:
See detailed description
Source:
Apple Apps Store
Data ingested on:
2026-06-07
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Developed by:
Motorola Solutions, Inc
Apple Apps Store
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/motorola-talkabout/id1388905585
Website:
https://shop.motorolasolutions.com/T800

User Reviews

Overall, reviews show both usable features and persistent reliability issues. Pros cited include easy pairing with radios, a clean, responsive UI, workable online operation, and in‑app radio configuration (leader/member) that can push settings to other devices. The most mentioned cons are offline maps: limited tile downloads, slow or failed map downloads, and occasions where maps don’t display. Additional recurring issues are iOS pairing instability, widespread bugs and crashes, login/authentication friction, and intermittent Bluetooth/audio problems affecting VOX and background audio. If maps and stability are improved, the app would be well suited for group trips and coordinated communication.
Pros
  • Easy and fast pairing between the iPhone app and Motorola radios.
  • Clean, responsive, and easy-to-understand user interface.
  • Online operation works well with a data connection.
  • In-app radio configuration (leader/member) that can push settings to other devices.
Cons
  • Offline maps are unreliable or severely limited, with slow downloads, small tile limits, or download failures.
  • Pairing can fail on iOS or with new devices, making initial setup inconsistent.
  • Persistent bugs and instability; crashes and half-baked features with weak support.
  • Account/login requirements or authentication errors; reports of being unable to create accounts or login failures.
  • Bluetooth/audio issues and battery drain; VOX may not work and audio can be disrupted, especially when the app is not in the foreground.
Recent reviews
I'v read and accept. In the initial agreements, oops, lots of spelling errors in the help too. Very buggy when adding other radio users. Almost impossible to add using their ID. Offline maps limit is ridiculously small. Let's you select an area with it being too large too. Please fix the map download.
by Ji*****, 2026-03-07

With current IOS and new phone their app doesn’t want to pair. Tried two different devices. My guess is no one looks at bugs.
by No*****, 2025-11-18

I tried this with my brother in preparation of a cruise ship. After a little trouble pairing, the app works fantastically! I hope they continue to develop it.
by H0*****, 2025-09-13
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