Is there a new king of affordable handsets? BLU Life One X vs Moto G (2015)
There has never been a better time to purchase a budget-friendly smartphone than right now.
As it turns out, all four major mobile service providers in the United States have almost completely done away with the standard two-year service agreements, this is giving customers more reason to go for inexpensive handsets. And that’s great, too, because low-cost smartphones are getting really good. No, seriously.
Just a few years ago, if you wanted to do anything on your smartphone that was worth doing – playing video games, streaming music, web browsing, etc. – you almost had to purchase a flagship smartphone. Now that’s changing. There are nearly hundreds of great low-budget smartphones available on the market these days.
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Another interesting trend when it comes to budget phones is screen size, with the majority of options packing 5.5-inch or even larger displays. For some, that’s the perfect size, but it’s not so great for those looking for a device that is easier to use with just one hand.
Thankfully, for those that prefer a budget-friendly device that is a bit more compact, there are still some solid options out there. Today we are going to be taking a look at two smartphones that fall in the 5 to 5.2-inch screen size range – the BLU Life One X and the Motorola Moto G (2015).
While the Moto G series has long been considered the “king of affordable handsets”, BLU’s latest phone was officially announced today, packing a pretty powerful punch, a sleek design, and an even cheaper price tag than the Moto G.
So has BLU’s new budget darling stolen the crown from Motorola? Let’s jump in and find out.
Specifications
| BLU Life One X | Motorola Moto G (2015) | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 5.2-inch LCD display 1920 x 1080 resolution, 424ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
5.0-inch IPS LCD display 1280 x 720 resolution, 294ppi Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Processor | 1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 | 1.4GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 |
| GPU | Mali T720 GPU | Adreno 306 |
| RAM | 2GB | 1, 2GB (depending on storage option) |
| Storage | 16GB | 8, 16GB |
| MicroSD | Yes, up to 64GB | Yes, up to 32GB |
| Dual SIM | Yes | Yes |
| Networks | 3G: 850/1700/1900/2100 4G: 2/4/7/12/17 Up to 150Mbps |
GSM (XT1540) LTE (2, 4, 5, 7, 17) UMTS/HSPA+ (850, 1700/AWS, 1900, 2100 MHz) GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) US Cellular, Virgin Mobile (XT1548) LTE (2, 4, 5, 12, 17, 25, 26) CDMA (800, 850, 1900 MHz) TD-LTE (41 TD2500) |
| Software | Android 5.1 Lollipop | Android 5.1.1 Lollipop |
| Camera | 13MP rear-facing camera, Phase Data Autofocus 5MP front-facing camera, LED flash |
13MP rear-facing camera, autofocus, dual-LED (dual tone) flash 5MP front-facing camera, auto-HDR |
| Battery | 2900mAh, non-removable | 2470mAh, non-removable |
| Dimensions | 186.8 x 72.8 x 8.4mm | 142.1 x 72.4 x 11.6mm, 155g |
| Price | $149 ($99 for limited time) | $179 |
Design
From a design perspective, the 2015 Moto G is almost identical to the previous two generations. Up front sits a single loudspeaker underneath the 5.0-inch 720p display. The whole front is also covered by Gorilla Glass 3. Motorola has also introduced the Moto G to Moto Maker this year, which means the back plate and colors you choose will depend entirely on whether or not you decide to customize the phone online.
The standard back plate is made of a nice rubbery material that’s quite grippy, but not so much so that it will get stuck in your pocket when trying to take it out. And although the device is made to look similar to the Moto X Style (aka Pure Edition) don’t be fooled – the metallic accent that surrounds the device is cheap and plasticky, which makes the device feel more affordable than premium.
In contrast, the Life One X is made from a high-quality aluminum that feels great in the hand, largely due to the sand blasted matte finish that makes for an interesting texture. On the front sits a slightly curved 1080p panel covered in Gorilla Glass 3 for an extra layer of protection. Around back the device has a leather pattern that’s coated in a smooth paint layer. The result of this is a grippy, premium feel in the hand that we don’t typically see on smartphones in this price range.
Needless to say, if you care at all about “premium looks”, the new BLU Life One X is the champion here. While the Moto G looks fairly good for a “budget device”, the Life One X is a premium-feeling handset that would fool you into thinking it cost at least double its retail price.
Display
On the display front, the Moto G has a 5.0-inch LCD display with Gorilla Glass 3 and a 1280 x 720 resolution. While the 720p resolution is pretty decent for a screen this size, these days even budget-level handsets are starting to make the leap to 1080p, so it’s a bit disappointing to see that Motorola hasn’t caught up with the times.
On the other hand, the Life One X not only has a slightly bigger 5.2-inch LCD display, it also has a resolution of 1920 x 1080,putting this 1080p display above its budget-friendly competitor.
Processing power and hardware
Starting off with the BLU Life One X, one of the headline features of this device is the 1.3GHz octa-core MediaTek MT6753 processor backed by 2 gigabytes of RAM. While we haven’t put the One X through our full review process just yet, in our time with the device we’ve found that this processing package is more than capable when it comes to general day to day tasks, multi-tasking, and gaming. It also has the advantage of a 2,900 mAh battery, which is pretty large for a phone of the size/budget.
The Moto G offers a very different processing package from BLU’s offering, with a 1.4GHz quad-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 and 1/2GB of RAM, depending on whether you pick the model with 8 or 16GB of on-board storage. Regardless of which model you choose, you’ll get the same 2470mAh battery, which is a little smaller than we’d like to see.
The MediaTek-powered BLU Life One X outperforms the Moto G in every benchmarking test you throw at it
The 410 is a good processor, and it’s proven itself in many other handsets. We didn’t really experience too many performance hiccups in our full review o the device, but we reviewed the higher-end model that runs $219 and comes with 2GB RAM. The lower-end model can be found for a bit cheaper at around $180, but we can’t help but feel that 1GB RAM is just too little for a modern smartphone and so expect a somewhat less impressive experience if you plan to opt for that model.
Okay, but which chip is the better one? While Qualcomm has a reputation for being one of the best chip makers in the industry, MediaTek has really upped the ante over the last year or so. The end result is that the MediaTek-powered BLU Life One X actually outperforms the Moto G in every benchmarking test you throw at it — as you can see for yourself below.
In AnTuTu, the BLU Life One X scored an overall ranking of 31,367 vs the 22,767 for the Moto G.
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
Geekbench 3 pained a similar picture with the Life One X achieving a single-core score of 629 and multi-core score of 2842, vs the Moto G’s 524 and 1580 scores respectively.
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
Turning to Vellamo, the Chrome browser experience was put to the test, and as you can see, the BLU Life One X had a score of 2669, versus 2042 for the Moto G.
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
While we already knew the BLU Life One X had a bigger battery than the Moto G, that doesn’t always equate to better battery life. Thankfully for BLU, in this case it does. According to the Geekbench 3 battery test metric, the BLU Life One X had a battery runtime of 8:48:20 and a battery score of 3598, vs 7:00:40 and a score of 2804 for the Moto G.
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
Lastly, both BaseMark OS II and GFX testing were ran, showing a similar story of better performance from the BLU Life One X when compared to the Moto G.
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
Left: BLU Life One X / Right: Motorola Moto G (3rd gen)
While benchmark tests don’t always tell the full story, it is a great indicator for general performance and we have to admit we are pretty impressed by what BLU managed to achieve with its latest entry-level handset.
Camera
Both the Moto G and the BLU Life One X have pretty solid cameras, especially given the affordable nature of these devices.
Starting off with BLU’s Life One X, it comes with a 13MP rear-facing camera with an added Blue Optical Filter that will give your photos a nice finishing touch. It also comes with handy features such as Phase Detection Autofocus, Panorama, Picture-in-Picture mode, and face beautification, which is definitely a nice touch. The camera app on the BLU device is quite simple and intuitive. The shutter button, video button and gallery shortcuts are found on the right side of the app, and you can adjust your camera’s settings on the left side.
Additionally, the Life One X comes with a 5MP front-facing camera which has a wide-angle lens, making it easier to fit everyone in a single photo. Also, for low-light situations, it has a front-facing flash.
The Moto G (2015) comes with a 13MP rear-facing camera as well. And interestingly enough, this is the same Sony IMX214 sensor found in Google’s 2014 flagship Nexus 6. The Nexus 6 had optical image stabilization, however, and the Moto G does not, which can be a big problem at times.
In daylight, the camera produces colors that are vibrant and captures an impressive amount of detail. In particular, HDR mode makes a big difference to images and while some other phones do very little in HDR mode, the Moto G does a really good job in lighting up shadows. Sadly, as the sun drops so does the camera performance. Daylight images have very little noise but a lack of light results in focal problems and digital noise.
Motorola’s camera app is far from the best out there. It’s simple, almost to a fault. Switching modes can be particularly difficult if you’re in a hurry. And now that the camera is pretty good this time around, we would have liked to see more granular controls over specific aspects of the camera, such as white balance and shutter speed.
Software
The BLU Life One X runs Android 5.1 Lollipop with BLU’s Carefree launcher on top. The Carefree launcher is an OEM skin that we really like – it brings some nice Material Design tweaks to the user interface, as well as a bevy of smart gestures, custom applications, and more. Plus, BLU has previously said that it’s making timely software updates a priority, so hopefully that means an update to Android 6.0 Marshmallow is in the cards.
Motorola’s Moto G (2015) is in a very similar boat. It’s running Android 5.1 Lollipop and has a very stock-like nature to it. There are a few handy Motorola applications thrown into the mix that really help with the overall experience, too. Unfortunately Motorola hasn’t been incredibly upfront about pushing out timely software updates as of late, so some folks are nervous that they won’t be able to see Marshmallow for some time.
Pricing and final thoughts
Going down the list, the Moto G proves itself to be an excellent budget-friendly smartphone. That said, the BLU Life One X manages to best it in several key areas: design, display, and even the processing package.
Of course, the Moto G has some pretty big strengths of its own and remains an excellent choice for fans of the brand. Some solid extras found with the Moto G include waterproofing and Moto Maker customization.
Ultimately, for those in the market for a truly affordable handset, the real winner comes down to pricing. In that metric, the BLU Life One X wins out with a price tag of just $149. Meanwhile, the Moto G starts out at $179, but the model with same storage/RAM actually is priced at $219 — making it $70 more than BLU’s latest contender. As if the pricing difference wasn’t already big enough, BLU is also doing an introductory sale from 12/10 to 12/12, ending at midnight EST where the phone will be offered for $50 off, bringing it down to just $99! That’s a heck of a deal to say the least.
You really can’t go wrong with either of these handsets, though we can’t help but feel like BLU’s new Life One X has raised the bar when it comes to sub-$200 handsets. And at the sale price, the BLU Life One X is really a no-brainer.
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Also check out: Battle of the flagship killers: Pure XL, Nexus 5x, OP2, and Moto X Style
Android Marshmallow for the Moto E 2015 is coming, but only in a few countries
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Back in October, Motorola announced the list of device that it would be updating to Android Marshmallow and there was one painfully obvious omission – the recently announced Moto E 2015. The Moto E, while much less loved than its larger, more powerful brother the Moto G, was still a great option for the budget Android owner – and best of all, it had the guarantee of getting the latest updates whenever Motorola’s other devices got them too. That all changed this year, however there is a glimmer of light in a few countries where Android Marshmallow for the Moto E 2015 is actually coming.
Motorola recently updated the list they first unveiled in October and has added an entry for the Moto E 2015 and also added that this will only apply to Latin America, Canada, Europe and Asia (though not in China). That’s still kind of a bummer for the regions left out of this list, especially since the update is obviously possible, but Motorola apparently doesn’t feel the need to roll-out the update in these other places.
What do you think about Motorola adding Android Marshmallow for the Moto E 2015 to its list of updates? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
Source: Motorola via TalkAndroid
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Motorola Moto X Play review: Going high-end, staying affordable
When the Lenovo-owned company took to the stage in three cities on July 18, Motorola announced that it wanted to establish a new breed of smartphones. It then went on to unveil three new devices – the Moto X Style (also known as the Moto X Pure Edition), the Moto X Play and the Moto G. All of which share similar design characteristics but feature totally different internal components.
Now we’ve got our eyes pinned on the Moto X Play which is essentially a hybrid of the Moto X Style and Moto G. The Moto X Play is only available in Europe and Asia, targeted at consumers looking for a phone with a great camera and an above-average battery life, but no need for the processing power that many flagship devices on the market have to offer, thereby appealing to those on a stricter budget.
Design
Overall, the design of the Moto X Play is fairly minimalistic and isn’t dissimilar to most modern-day smartphones. The handset itself sizes in at 148 x 75 x 10.9mm and weighs a rather hefty 169 grams, which is pretty heavy, especially when you consider that the Galaxy S6 Edge weighs about 130 grams, and the Nexus 5X weighs 136 grams. However, the added weight does give the Moto X Play a much more premium feel.
From the minute you unbox the handset, you can tell instantly that it’s a well-built device, designed to survive the knocks, bumps and scuffs of everyday life – and believe me, it does. On my second day of using the Moto X Play, to my horror, I accidentally sent it into a nosedive off my desk from about five feet, It survived the descent without a single blemish, much to my amazement.
On the front of the unit is a gigantic 5.5-inch Full HD display, which has a screen-to-body ratio of 74%. The size of the panel alone contributes to the device’s solid form factor as it gives a slightly chunkier feel to the handset when its being held in one hand. Positioned at the top of the unit above the display is a 5MP camera, which does a good job of capturing selfies.
Flip over to the rear of the device and you’ll be presented with a rubberized removable back plate surrounded by faux metal. Although the battery cover can be removed, the battery itself cannot. The reason behind this is customization. Moto Maker offers you a choice of 14 different covers, which all have distinct textures and can be applied to the handset at any time.
Positioned bang in the center on the back is a metal island, which houses Motorola’s standard ‘M’ dimple that ships on board all of its post-2013 smartphones along with 21MP shooter and dual-LED flash.
The volume rocker and textured lock button are on the right-hand side of the handset, while the microUSB charging port can be found on the bottom of the unit. On the top of the device, you’ll find a headphone jack, and a removable SIM and microSD slot.
Hardware
The Moto X Play features a 5.5-inch Full HD (1920×1080) IPS display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 octa-core processor, Adreno 405, 2GB of RAM, 16 or 32GB of internal storage, a microSDcard slot for up to an additional 32GB of storage, a 21MP rear camera, a 5MP front camera, front-facing speakers, 3630mAh battery (non-removable), Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, NFC, A-GPS and Bluetooth 4.0 LE.
Bands:
LTE (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 27, 20)
HSPA (850, 900, 1800, 1900)
GSM (850, 900, 1800, 1900)
Performance
The Moto X Play certainly doesn’t feel like a mid-range device. Coming from an LG G4 and a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge, I was expecting to be overwhelmed by slow opening times, multitasking lag and endless app crashes. However, I couldn’t have been more wrong.
The handset runs incredibly smoothly and rarely has to slow down to take a breath. During my extensive testing, the only time the processor failed to keep up was when I opened two demanding games and switched between them. Apart from that it breezed through every task I threw at it.
Circling back to the display, I was pleased to discover that Motorola had adopted an LCD panel for its latest lineup. Previous devices in the Moto X series featured AMOLED displays, which produced a yellow tinge making everything look somewhat distorted, but this was nowhere to be seen on the Play.
The screen also works a treat in low-light conditions, but is a tad more reflective than I’d like in bright environments. Viewing angles are impressive and colors remain crisp at all times, irrespective of the brightness setting selected.
There are dual front-facing speakers on the fore of the unit. The quality of the audio isn’t great, though. It’s almost as though the development team at Motorola have done little-to-no tuning of the drivers, every sound that emerges from the front of this device is tinny and has a high-pitch glare. That being said, the loudspeaker mode during calls is very clear, and the proprietary software works brilliantly at cancelling out background noise.
If your main use of a smartphone is to respond to messages, place phone calls, scroll through social networking feeds and play games, one at a time, you’ll love the Moto X Play. No matter how hard I try, I can’t find a fault in its performance. It genuinely feels like you’re using a flagship device.
Battery
As previously mentioned, the Moto X Play’s 3630mAh battery cannot be removed, despite having a removable backplate. But this isn’t an issue. Motorola has done a fantastic job of developing incredible power management software for this handset, which easily sees it through a full day of heavy use.
After monitoring my battery statistics for 24-hours, I noticed that the biggest drain comes from 4G LTE connectivity. However, taking this into account, you’re still looking at about 26-hours of life.
During the testing process, I was unhooking the handset from its charger at 6 a.m. and using it to stream music, respond to emails, place phone calls, watch YouTube videos and browse the Web up until 11 p.m., at which time it had just over 30% of battery remaining. That’s pretty good going, seeing as I have to plug in my G4 after about 6-hours.
Software
Ever since its acquisition by Google back in 2012, Motorola has adopted a stock Android policy for all its smartphones. The only alterations it makes to the software is by way of a handful of new applications and features, which are designed to make a user’s life significantly easier. A prime example of this is the Moto App.
The Moto App is home to all the additional features installed on the Moto X Play. It’s used to set up and configure a hot word for controlling the handset with your voice, and for creating gestures, such as flicking your wrist to open up the camera or saying “Hello Moto” to wake the device, then if you say “What’s new?” it will relay all of your recent notifications by reading them out to you.
Thankfully, there isn’t any bloatware on the unlocked variant of the handset. The only third-party applications you’ll find are the aforementioned Moto App and one called Migrate, which enables you to effortlessly transfer data from your old smartphone to the Moto X Play through Wi-Fi.
The device runs Android 5.1.1 Lollipop on arrival, but is expected to receive the long-awaited Android 6.0 Marshmallow upgrade by the end of 2015, seeing as the Moto X Play is mostly stock, it should take delivery of the update shortly after it’s finished rolling out to compatible Nexus-branded products.
Camera
The 21-megapixel Sony sensor found under the hood of the Moto X Play produces beautiful, clear and crisp photographs that certainly don’t look like they were taken on a mid-range device. What surprised me most, though, is the camera’s performance in low-light conditions, which is second-to-none for its price point.
The camera application provides you with extensive control of the rear camera’s shooting modes. By swiping in from the left-hand side, you can adjust the ISO, exposure levels, enable HDR and tap-to-focus.
The quality of the camera speaks for itself, so be sure to take a look through the images below to get a clear understanding of what this device is capable of.
Closing
So should you buy the Moto X Play? Well, if you’re looking for an impressive mid-range smartphone that won’t break the bank, I’d urge you to look no further. Not only does the handset provide an unruffled user experience, but it also takes fantastic photographs and doesn’t slack when it comes to functionality. The device’s durable design and build quality will see you through a couple of years usage, providing, of course, you don’t go throwing it off any cliffs. The Moto X Play is fully customizable through Moto Maker — so you can really put your own stamp on it by using personal colors and engravings for an additional £279 ($420).
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The Moto E will be updated to Android 6.0 Marshmallow after all, in select regions only
A month or two ago when Motorola first published its list of handsets that were eligible to be updated to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, you might have noticed that there was some distinct outrage that the Moto E 2015 wasn’t mentioned. Motorola has since updated the list, with the Moto E 2015 making an appearance. It is only good news, however, depending on which region you live in.
According to the newly updated list, the Moto E 2015 will be updated to Android 6.0 Marshmallow, but only in the following regions:
- Canada
- Latin America
- Europe
- Asia
If you own a Moto E 2015 that originated from China or the US, it would appear you are still out of luck. While it’s a nice surprise for the eligible regions, for the US and China, it’s still a bitter pill to swallow for a handset released only a few months ago, especially since Motorola had promised timely updates.
Do you think Motorola will update the list again to include US and China? And how does this color your view of Motorola? Let us know in the comments. Afterall
Source: Motorola
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Marshmallow heading to the Moto E 2015 after all, but not in the US
Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates are already planned and even rolling out to a number of high end smartphones but Motorola has announced that it will be bringing a Marshmallow update to its wallet friendly Moto E 2015 smartphone too. Although there are a few conditions.
According to Motorola’s announcement, the Moto E 2015 Marshmallow update will only be available in a select number of regions and will only apply to the 4G LTE models. This means that the Snapdragon 410 powered versions of the handset will be supported, but the Snapdragon 200 processor version won’t be.
See also: Motorola confirms Marshmallow plans, no love for US carriers’ Moto X (2014)
The update will officially launch only in Canada, Latin America, Europe and Asia, excluding China. The USA is strangely absent from the list, which is also the case for carrier versions of the Moto X 2014. Customers may end up having to look for unofficial ports and custom ROMs to get their Marshmallow fix.
Originally, the Moto E 2015 had been left off from Motorola’s Marshmallow upgrade roadmap. This left many customers feeling that the handset’s support lifetime was cut shorter than had been promised. Fortunately, this little bargain handset will offer up some additional Marshmallow value after all. Now we just have to wait for the company to announce a timetable.
UK customers can use these codes to get discount on Moto 360 (2nd gen)
Those who are caught between different gift ideas this holiday season can now consider Motorola’s Moto 360 (2nd gen) watch, which is now available at 14% discount in the UK. If you use these discount codes at the checkout, you can buy men’s 46 mm Moto 360 at a starting price of £230, while women’s model can be bought for just £180.
You can use code UKXMASM46 to get discount on Moto 360’s 46mm model in men’s collection. Do note that it is the only variant in men’s collection which is available at a discount. Without the code, you will have to shell out £269 to buy this watch. If you want to buy women’s Moto 360 (42mm), use code UKXMASW42 on checkout to get the discount.
If you want to make the most of this opportunity, you must buy your smartwatch before December 11 because that’s when the offer is ending. We are also providing links to the Moto store, which will help you make a decision more easily. And if you want to read about this wearable in detail, read our review on Moto 360.
Source: Moto 360 men’s variant
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Android 6.0 coming to some Moto X Pure Editions in the US
Android 6.0 is coming to some Moto X Pure Editions in the US. The update should be heading out to Verizon, Sprint, and U.S. Cellular soon according to Motorola’s Davis Schuster.
Also, Motorola has started soak testing the Android 6.0 update in Brazil and India for the Moto X Play, plus, Moto X Force in Brazil.
This afternoon we have started to fully rollout Android Marshmallow 6.0 on 2015 Moto X Pure Edition (3rd Gen) with the following carriers; Verizon, Sprint and USC.
In addition, we have started the soak test period in Brazil and India retail for the 2015 Moto X Play and in Brazil retail for the 2015 Moto X Force.
No word on AT&T and T-Mobile’s Moto X Pure Edition Android 6.0 update just yet, unfortunately.
Source: David Schuster (Google+)
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Android 6.0 Marshmallow headed to Moto X Pure Edition on Verizon, Sprint and U.S. Cellular
If you happen to live in the United States and own a Motorola Moto X Pure Edition, there’s a good chance that today is your lucky day. Motorola’s David Schuster has just taken to Google+ to reveal that the company has started to roll out Android 6.0 Marshmallow to the Moto X Pure Edition on Verizon, Sprint and U.S. Cellular. If you’re a Pure Edition owner on any one of these carriers, a Marshmallow update should be headed your way sometime very soon.
In addition to the Pure Edition update, Schuster also says Motorola has started the Android 6 soak test in Brazil and India for the Moto X Play and in Brazil for the Moto X Force.
See also: Android 6.0 Marshmallow updates roundup – December 4, 2015
Motorola has posted a handy changelog detailing what users can expect with their Marshmallow update. If you don’t have time to sift through the full changelog, you can expect to see notable features such as Google Now on Tap, Doze Mode, Android Pay, much-improved volume controls, a revamped application permission system and much, much more.
Are you a Moto X Pure Edition owner on Verizon, Sprint or U.S. Cellular? If so, have you received your update yet? Be sure to let us know in the comment section below!
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Motorola’s Moto G Turbo Edition coming to India soon
Motorola last month launched the Moto G Turbo Edition in Mexico, and now it’s on its way to India in just three days. The device isn’t too different from the Moto G (2015), with the only real differentiating factors being a better processor and support for TurboPower accessories for fast charging capabilities.
As a quick refresher, the Moto G Turbo Edition has a 5-inch (1920 x 1080) Full HD display with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, a 64-bit octa-core Snapdragon 615, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, microSD support, a 13-megapixel rear camera, and a 2-megapixel front sensor. It also has all the extra goodies, including Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n (2.4GHz), Bluetooth 4.0 Low Energy, 4G LTE/3G HSPA+, IP67 Certification, a 2,470mAh battery with fast charging, and Android 5.1.
The highlight of the Moto G Turbo Edition is obviously Motorola’s fast charging capabilities with TurboPower. This enables the device to get a good 8 hours of battery life after just 15 minutes on the wire.
There aren’t any solid details on pricing or where it’ll be available just yet, but some earlier rumors indicate that consumers in India will be looking at a hefty ₹18,600 (USD$185) price point. It’s certainly pricier than the Moto G (2015), but the TurboPower capabilities could make the new smartphone worth it.
Stay tuned for official pricing and availability details in just a couple of days.
source: Motorola (Twitter)
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AT&T GoPhone’s holiday deals cover entry-level phones
GoPhone, a brand owned and operated by AT&T, unveiled its selections for customers seeking out holiday deals. The prepaid brand is taking $40 off entry-level phones from ASUS, Motorola, and ZTE while also giving a free ZTE Maven to customers activating service with a purchase of at least $45 of airtime.
- ASUS Zenfone 2E for $59.99
- Microsoft 640 for $19.99
- Motorola Moto E for $14.99
- ZTE ZMAX 2 for $89.99
- ZTE Maven for free
An end date for these holiday deals hasn’t been specified, but you can head into AT&T stores today to take advantage of them.
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