New leak reveals internal heat pipe for Moto X (2016)
Although the next generation Motorola flagship, the Moto X (2016), is thought to be on track for a second half of 2016 release, the rumors and leaked images are already getting started. We have already seen one leak that revealed a radical departure may be in store from Motorola as they head down the path of a metal and glass chassis for the next version Moto X. A newly leaked image shows some innovative thinking on Motorola’s part, this time with regards to the internals of the device which appears to incorporate a heat pipe.
Heat pipes are not a new technology, but there have been few applications in mobile devices, although Samsung is reportedly looking at the same concept for the Galaxy S7. The need for some creative cooling solutions may be traced back to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 chip that is the rumored selection for the the Moto X (2016). Smartphone manufacturers already went through one round of heat “issues” with the Snapdragon 810.
Supposedly the Snapdragon 820 was going to avoid that situation, but thus far indications are that heat management is still a significant issue. Thus we see designers exploring solutions like heat pipes. In the case of Motorola, managing heat may also be part of the reason to shift to a metal and glass chassis design.
On a related note, sources have compared this latest leaked image with the last one and have noted the rear-facing speaker grille seems to match up between the two devices. Since this is likely an early prototype, that could still change for the final design.
source: TechWeb
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The best-selling unlocked Android phones from Best Buy (December 22)
Motorola’s 2nd-Gen Moto G is at the head of the pack
Purchasing a new smartphone can be quite the expensive endeavor. Moreover, it can also be a bit of a headache as you try to consider which phone, which carrier, and which rate plan is right. We’re here to help you with at least one of those segments: the phone.
Why unlocked?
The benefit of an unlocked smartphone, for those who aren’t aware, is that it can be used on a variety of wireless service providers. Moreover, going this route ensures you don’t have to worry about contracts or long-term obligations. Want to hop from T-Mobile to AT&T or vice-versa? That’s no problem when you’re using an unlocked GSM phone.
We’ve gathered up the 10 best-selling unlocked Android devices from Best Buy so you can get a sense for what’s available. Indeed, you’ll see a nice mix of big-name vendors and devices from other, scrappy players. Note that we’ve omitted color variations; you might find other colors available.
So, the next time you need to replace your existing phone, consider scooping up one of these. It’s often a heck of a lot cheaper than going through your carrier in the long run.
- Motoroloa Moto G 2nd Generation 8GB – $99.99
- Sony Xperia C4 16GB- $249.99
- Blu Advance 4 4GB – $49.99
- Motorola Moto G 3rd Generation 8GB – $179.99
- Samsung Galaxy S6 32GB – $449.99
- Huawei P8 Lite 16GB- $219.99
- BLU Life X8 8GB – $129.99
- BLU Studio X 8GB- $124.99
- Motorola Moto X Pure 16GB – $399.99
- Google Nexus 5X 16GB- $379.99
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Moto X Pure Edition (2014) now updating to Android 6.0 Marshmallow
As 2015 prepares to finish up and the next new year begin, owners of last year’s Moto X Pure Edition are inevitably wondering if Motorola will release Android 6.0 Marshmallow before January arrives. Whereas last year the company was quick to update the device for the release of Lollipop, things haven’t been going so smoothly this year. Thankfully, reports from users in various countries around the world indicate that the roll-out has begun formally, though some territories were early to the party.
The Android 6.0 update is around 884MB and can be manually checked for those who don’t want to wait for a notification to appear. To do so, hit the Settings menu, scroll to the bottom and find “About Phone” the select “System Updates” and see if the magic of Marshmallow is ready to go.
Please be aware that often times OEMs will issue “staged” roll-outs that see devices gradually having update access over the course of several days or even weeks in an attempt to minimize potential server traffic problems. If the prompt to download the new OS version is not appearing, prepare to wait a bit longer. Also be aware this update is for the 2014 (“2nd Gen”) Pure Edition -unlocked/SIM-free – variant and thus carriers will inevitably be on their own set schedule.
Android 6.0 brings with it Doze, a new feature that optimizes battery life by more aggressively managing the way in which apps behave when a device is in sleep mode and undisturbed. Now on Tap is another key addition: by holding down the “Home” button the OS will take a snapshot of the screen and analyze the content on it to allow direct access or usage of the information such as making an appointment. The last primary new feature is “App permissions” which give users more control over what any given app can do or have access to.
Android 6.0.1 has already been released earlier this month however, which brought with it new Emoji and bug fixes. It is unknown as to when or if Motorola plans to include it at a later date.
Are you the owner of a Moto X Pure Edition (2014)? Have you received the OTA yet? Drop us a line in the comments section and share your thoughts and machinations on the minutia of Marshmallow!
Unlocked Moto X (2014) receiving Marshmallow from Motorola
Owners of Motorola’s Moto X (2014) should be able to download Marshmallow right now, according to Motorola’s discussion forum.
Users began posting about the update Sunday and continued Monday in response to a question originally posted in October about when carrier-branded versions of the Moto X will receive the updates. Motorola’s website does not indicate any plans to bring the Marshmallow update to carrier-branded versions of the Moto X 2nd Generation in the United States.
Source: Motorola
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Motorola’s UK holiday sale is underway, Moto 360 discounted to just £200
Motorola today began its holiday sale, discounting the latest refresh of the Moto 360, for men and women, to a meager £200. The deal will last until December 27, giving consumers in the UK an extra couple of days after Christmas to take advantage of this sale.
Keep in mind that in order to take advantage of these discounts from Motorola, you’ll need to enter the correct promotional code during the checkout process.
Here’s the discount breakdown:
- Men’s Moto 360 (42mm) for £200 – (use promo code UKXMASM42)
- Men’s Moto 360 (46mm) for £230 – (use promo code UKXMASM46)
- Women’s Moto 360 (42mm) for £210 – (use promo code UKXMASW42)
Do remember that these discounts only apply to the base models, and adding on extras like golden links or micro knurls will increase the price.
Anyone plan on picking one of these smartwatches up? If so, be sure to check out our step-by-step guide on using the Moto Maker to construct a Moto 360 that’s right for you or a loved one!
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[Deal] You don’t want to miss this deal for the Nexus 6
Early on Black Friday, Motorola surprised everyone with an incredible sale where you get the 32GB Nexus 6 for only $250. Well that deal is back on and you can head over to Amazon and grab the 32GB Nexus 6 in either Cloud White or Midnight Blue.
The Nexus 6 has seen quite a fluctuation in pricing even before the release of this years Nexus devices, the Huawei Nexus 6P and the LG Nexus 5X. However, at $250 for a brand new device, this is by far the best deal we’ve seen for the Nexus 6.
You’ll want to act fast because at the time of this writing the 64GB variants have already sold out, but both the Cloud White and Midnight Blue are still available in 32GB. If you want a device to test drive Marshmallow and all the new features coming out for Android, but you don’t want to break the bank, then this is a deal you simply cannot pass up on.
With its 6″ display, huge 3220mAh battery, and timely updates, the Nexus 6 is still the perfect device for that Android lover that you know. We can also count on the Nexus 6 having continued support from the rooting community, even after the updates from Google stop rolling in.
It’s also worth noting that this deal is for the Unlocked variant of the Nexus 6, meaning that it will work on any GSM carrier, and will even work with those on Verizon. Additionally, this deal comes with a one year warranty directly from Motorola, so you’ll have some help if you have any issues with your device.
Drop us a line and let us know whether you were able to jump on this great deal, or if you were able to grab one during the last round of price cuts.
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The Motorola Droid Turbo 2 drop test from 275 metres can’t shatter the screen
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When Motorola and Verizon announced the Motorola Droid Turbo 2 and claimed that it had a shatterproof display, we were quietly suspicious – could a smartphone display really be shatterproof in all situations? Well, perhaps to settle the matter once and for all, the crew over at UnlockRiver have put together video of a most ambitious Droid Turbo 2 drop test – dropping the device from 275 metres, or 900 feet, in the air and seeing whether the screen shatters. Before you watch the video, let’s not forget that even the average phone will probably shatter at 5-10 metres, let along 275:
You might want to pick up your jaw off the ground. Yes, after that monstrous fall and bounce, the Droid Turbo 2 – bar some slight separation at the top left corner – is completely functional and, most importantly, the display has not shattered. Considering the average smartphone has a distinct possibility of shattering when dropped from waist height, this is an thoroughly amazing feat. Whatever devil’s magic this is, it is possibly the most impressive smartphone engineering feat we may experience for some time – bravo Motorola, bravo.
What do you think about this Motorola Droid Turbo 2 drop test? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
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Motorola starts rolling out Marshmallow update for the Moto X (2014)
The Internet has today been inundated with reports from Moto X (2014) owners located in Australia and India declaring that they’ve finally received the much-anticipated Marshmallow update, and we at last we have some solid evidence to confirm that it has in fact started rolling out.
The upgrade itself weighs in at a mere 884 MB, but don’t let its size fool you, it still manages to transport all the generally desired Marshmallow features, including Doze, Google Now on Tap and the redesigned app permissions, which enable you to control what individual applications have access to your information.
To see if the update is ready for your device, head head into Settings, scroll to the bottom and tap on “About Device”, hit “System Updates”, then select “Check for updates”. Alternatively, you can wait until you receive a push notification prompting you to install the update.
Via: GSM Arena
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Amazon discounts the Moto X Pure Edition for a limited time
Amazon today is offering a $100 discount on the Moto X Pure Edition as part of its latest Daily Deal. The discount, lasting only another 16 hours, will bring Motorola’s 2015 flagship down to just $349.99.
This Daily Deal only applies to the 32GB edition of the smartphone. The price will remain the same for black and white colors of the device, but will increase slightly to $374.99 for the white bamboo style.
Featuring a 5.7-inch Quad HD display, a Snapdragon 808 processor, 3GB of RAM, a 21-megapixel rear camera, and a 3,000mAh battery, the Moto X Pure Edition has all the best that Motorola has to offer.
Users of the Moto X Pure Edition are already seeing the update to Google’s latest version of its mobile opearting system, Android 6.0.
Some consumers have decided to hold off on the Moto X Pure Edition amid rumors of a new 2016 flagship from Lenovo’s daughter company. The 2016 flagship, still rumored to sport the Moto X Pure Edition name, will reportedly have a drastic design change as well as an advanced camera.
The Moto X Pure Edition is available in preset designs through Amazon and many other big box retailers and can be personally customized through the Moto Maker.
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Moto X Pure Edition 32GB is just $349 ($100 off) on Amazon today
Looking for a last minute Christmas for a special someone? The Moto X Pure Edition (a.k.a Moto X Style) is not a poor choice, especially if you can get it for a good price. And that’s exactly what Amazon is offering today, discounting the Moto X Pure Edition 32GB down to just $349.
The Moto X Pure Edition features a 5.7-inch Quad HD LCD display and is powered by the Snapdragon 808 processor. Featuring a 21MP rear camera, a 3,000 mAh battery, and a barely modified version of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop with a handful of useful enhancements, this is a well-rounded phone that many users will love. Full details and impressions are available in our Moto X Pure Edition review.
The Moto X Pure Edition normally goes on Amazon for $449 for the 32GB version. This is the first time the phone goes on sale on Amazon and the deal is valid today only or until stock runs out.
This is an unlocked device that Motorola says is compatible with all major networks, Verizon included. One year of US warranty is included. The black and white versions can be yours for $349, while the bamboo model costs an extra $25.
- Get the Moto X Pure Edition Unlocked Smartphone, 32GB Black for $349.99 (down from $449)
- Get the Moto X Pure Edition Unlocked Smartphone, 32GB White for $349.99 (down from $449)
- Get the Moto X Pure Edition Unlocked Smartphone, 32GB White/Bamboo for $374.99 (down from $479)
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