Alleged image of Moto X 2016 shows radical departure from the past
A new image has surfaced via some Chinese sources claiming to show the design of the Motorola Moto X 2016. If the claim is accurate that this is in fact the design chosen by Lenovo and Motorola for the next generation of the Moto X, it will be quite a departure from the previous versions.
Probably the biggest change is the fact that the device shown in the image appears to have adopted a metal and glass construction for the body. This is quite different from Motorola’s previous versions that used a variety of materials for the back, had a round shape, and lent itself to customization via the company’s Moto Maker.
The image also shows a big departure in terms of the camera, sporting a huge lens for the rear-facing camera. Motorola has traditionally used an accent to connect the camera lens with their logo, an accent that is missing in this image. The device also appears to have speakers located in the back, a contrast from the dual front-facing speakers the current Moto X comes with.
Sources in China indicate the next generation Moto X will be equipped with a Snapdragon 820 processor. They also suggest the final version will come with a fingerprint sensor, possibly built into the Motorola logo.
The Motorola Moto X 2016 should not be released until the latter half of 2016, so it seems to be a bit early for an image to surface. We expect leaks will start closer to the summer. Given the radical changes, some of which seem to eschew some of the very features, notably customization, that make the Moto X line popular, this leak seems to be a bit suspect.
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Moto X (2014) now updating to Marshmallow in India
In the past year, Motorola has changed rather dramatically. In addition to its new owner – Lenovo – the company has produced an unprecedented three Moto X products for 2015: the Moto X Style, the Moto X Play, and the Moto X Force. Compare this with the past two years which saw…the Moto X (2013) and the Moto X (2014). Aside from the product diversity however, another big change – or at least that which Moto owners worry has changed – is the company’s update policy.
While it’s not as quick as last year’s Lollipop update, those with the Moto X (2014) will be pleased to know that, at least for users in India, Marshmallow is now rolling out.
The update is Build 24.11.18.en.EU and is 884MB in size. As indicated in the above picture, contains Marshmallow which brings along with it “many new enhancements including in-app assistance with Google Now on Tap, battery-smart features, new app permissions that give you even more control, and more.” Specifically, the company lists the following individual points:
- Doze Mode — This new feature monitors your phone and puts it into a deep sleep when it’s not being used, which can extend battery life substantially.
- Now on Tap — We love Google Now, and it’s improved in Android M. Simply long press the home button to bring up the Google Now feature and display information based on whatever you’re doing at the time.
- Android Pay — Android M allows you to bring up Android Pay with a simple tap and easily make purchases without having to open a separate app.
- Direct Share — Share your photos, news, links, etc. with your favorite contacts easily and quickly.
- Simpler volume controls — A more intuitive way to control ringtone and media volume.
According to Motorola’s official blog in India, the following devices are also set to receive Marshmallow, some of which – such as the Nexus 6 and Moto X Pure (2015) – have already received it:
- 2015 Moto X Pure Edition (3rd gen)
- 2015 Moto X Style (3rd gen)
- 2015 Moto X Play
- 2015 Moto G (3rd gen)
- 2014 Moto X Pure Edition in the US (2nd gen)
- 2014 Moto X in Latin America, Canada, Europe and Asia2 (2nd gen)
- 2014 Moto G and Moto G with 4G LTE2 (2nd gen)
- DROID Turbo
- 2014 Moto MAXX
- 2014 Moto Turbo
- Nexus 6
- Moto X Force
- DROID Turbo 2
- DROID Maxx 2
- 2015 Moto E with 4G LTE in Latin America, Canada, Europe and Asia2 (2nd Gen)
- 2015 Moto G Turbo Edition (3rd Gen)
Those who read carefully may notice a small “problem” with the above list: with respect to the Moto X (2014) in the United States, only the Pure Edition will receive Marshmallow, not the carrier variants. While not new news in and of itself, the obvious reminder stands out still due to the fact that the DROID Turbo, another 2014 carrier product, will see Marshmallow. Adding insult to injury, news recently also broke that the Moto E (2015) would see an update in much of the world, but not in the US.
With this said and done, readers residing in India will no doubt be pleased to find that Android 6.0 is on its way to your devices. Please drop us a line in the comments section below to let us know how your update experience has been!
Metal Moto: New leak shows a possible redesign for Motorola’s 2016 handsets
When Motorola first unveiled its current incarnation of product design language, it was with the Moto X, a device once thought to be a superphone and/or the 2013 Nexus. Often branded the “iPhone Killer”, the device that would eventually launch was neither spot-on with super specs nor a freakishly fantastic futuristic flagship. What it was, however, was a superb value for money offering which was pocketable due to its small size, vivid thanks to its AMOLED display, and intelligent thanks to the software enhancements Motorola baked in.
The original Moto X.
As time has progressed, not only has the Moto X series expanded – both figuratively and literally – but so too as the company’s offerings, with December 2015 now seeing three different Moto X devices, a Moto G, and Moto E, and two Moto smartwatches. With respect to the smartphones in particular, all are either purely plastic or else a combination of plastic and metal. This may be changing in 2016.
Hot off the proverbial presses in China, a new leak has emerged that purports to showcase a 2016 Motorola device. The source, cnBeta, suggests it might be the Moto X (2016) however at this stage it’s seemingly too early to tell. Do note that the source also has indicated the product pictured here is just a sample production prototype and thus the design is subject to change. With that said, let’s have a look see:
Three specific talking points arise from this photograph; let’s analyze each:
The camera
First and foremost, the camera module looks gigantic. This may be an indication that Motorola is seeking to further improve the photography elements of its 2016 flagship. While the Moto X Style saw an improved camera sensor over last year’s Moto X, it was still not the first place winner in various camera comparison tests held throughout the year.
The flash looks to be semi-circular and will reside below the camera. In addition, if you look at the above the flash, the word “moto” can clearly be seen. This particular detail slightly elevates the nature of this leak given that it would be somewhat surprising for someone to create a fake image and think to add in that level of detail.
A picture taken at night with the Moto X Pure Edition (Moto X Style)
The holes
Located towards the bottom of device shown in the image are 16 small, round holes. These are believed to be for the speaker(s) which would imply Motorola might be interested in creating a more premium audio experience. One question to raise however, is if this would mean the front-facing speakers the company has used for so long might be cut, or if this will be simply an additional element.
The frame and design
2015 saw some new Moto models, but not a major new design.
The frame and body are look to be made of a metallic construction. A banded approach is used, similar to that on the iPhone 5 and iPhone 5S, creating three distinctive “pieces” however it would appear the top and center piece may be fused together whereas the bottom one is a separate one.
The design is also quite different from the Moto products we are used to seeing. Gone is the Moto “dimple” instead replaced by a flat icon. Gone is the contoured, curved rear of recent Motorola products, replaced with a flat back. Absent is any kind of rear-mounted fingerprint sensor module suggesting the company would either include it on the front, or else skip it entirely.
The iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s also made use of three “panels” for the back
Analysis
As we said earlier, it is too early to suggest this will be the Moto X (2016), though as with anything, there is always a possibility until proven otherwise. The design seen in this leak would theoretically make it much more difficult to customize such a product in Moto Maker: we could easily imagine several different colors of metal, but due to the total redesign of the phone itself there doesn’t seem to be ample locations where different color schemes could be applied.
How might Moto Maker work with a metal phone?
Perhaps different pattern designs might be used, similar to the Limited Edition Moto X Pure Edition handsets. Perhaps that bottom rear piece could be pallet swapped. Maybe the front of the phone would tell a different story.
2016 would spell the fourth year that Motorola would be using the same design provided things don’t change. At the very least, assuming this leak is legitimate, it serves to suggest that next year will feature a totally new looking Moto product. Perhaps more premium, perhaps thinner.
Wrap Up
What do you think of this potential product? Does the premise of a metallic Motorola phone intrigue you? Would you rather have a Moto X 4th generation that looks like this than the Moto X Style? What of Moto Maker? And the fingerprint sensor? Drop us a line in the comments section below to share your thoughts and reactions.
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DROID Turbo 2 Employee Edition now receiving Marshmallow
Ever since it was announced that Motorola would be changing owners from Google to Lenovo, users have questioned what it means for device update guarantees. In the weeks since Android 6.0 Marshmallow released in particular, the issue has risen to a much more palpable problem. Despite the Moto X Style receiving the supreme structure of Stay Puft over in Brazil, it was weeks before customers in the USA had any opportunities. In an unexpected turn of events, select DROID Turbo 2 users are already receiving it!
According to screen captures obtained by Droid Life, owners of the DROID Turbo 2 Employee Edition handsets are now receiving OTA updates to Marshmallow (6.0). This comes after reports began to emerge last week suggesting a Soak Test for the device was in the works, though it was unconfirmed as to if Marshmallow would comprise it. It can not be confirmed, and the new version is listed as 24.11.13.
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The catch, of course, is that the only ones who have a DROID Turbo 2 Employee Edition are, naturally, Verizon employees. Those who don’t work for Big Red may be feeling somewhat disappointed at the moment, however given that Motorola has apparently completed work on the new update, it is likely to be formally released in the coming weeks, provided there are no problems with the initial testing underway.
Of course, it is somewhat questionable as to how many customers might actually notice it. Despite a visually similar resemblance to Android 5.X Lollipop which came before it, Marshmallow has added features such as Doze – which minimizes power consumption when a device is not in use – as well as Now on Tap, where Google will analyze information on the screen and provide context-specific cues for interacting with it.
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Now that Android 6.0 is going to be trickling down the tap, perhaps the next logical question is: what about Android 6.0.1? The newest OS update includes additional emoji as well as a fix to a glitch that emerged with 6.0’s timekeeping functionality.
For those interested in learning more about the Motorola DROID Turbo 2, or the Motorola X Force as it’s known internationally, head on over to our full review and discover all there is to know!
iOS and Android are both great. Here are some reasons to consider switching to Android.
I know I am going to get my fair share of hate emails and comments from this post, but I beg you try to keep an open mind when reading through this article. I understand that the whole Apple iOS versus Google Android debate is a heated topic for many, and expect comments on both sides of the fence. Let’s try to keep the comments civil.
I am going to do my best to explain why Android is a great alternative to iOS and try to avoid the whole Android is better than iOS debate as best as I can. I think both platforms are successful and by no means are Google or Apple struggling for cash. Monetarily you can say both are pretty darn successful. Apple is worth more money based on market value, but Google has more market share. I know that I will have a decent amount of bias towards Android, since I do use Android as my primary platform, and I also write for a website called AndroidGuys.
But it is in my nature to look at all things with an open mind: I am a scientist at a biotech in San Diego, and it is my job to investigate and offer answers with actual information to back it up. Any good scientist uses the Scientific Method to ask questions, investigate, acquire knowledge, and to use evidence to develop conclusions based on results. Once a conclusion is developed it is my job to test it and to prove it.
In my immediate family we are split 50/50 in what mobile software we use. My father uses an iPhone 6S+ and my older brother uses an iPhone 6 at my recommendation. Both of them started with the Apple iPhone, and are the type who prefer to stick with what works and to stay within one ecosystem. iPhone’s have great cameras, software, design, build, customer support and more. Just because I use Android doesn’t mean I force it on my own family.
My mother uses a Samsung Galaxy Note 4, and I use a a wide variety of Android devices like the Nexus 6P, 5X, Asus Zenfone 2 and the Doogee F5. My older sister uses an iPhone 5S, and she also uses an Android LG G2 too. So even in my own family, we are split 50/50 on what platform we use.
My devices
So let’s put the debate of what is better behind us. Let’s just take a look at Android and why it is a good alternative to iOS.
Let’s start with the most important factor: Price
iPhone 6S 4.7″ 16GB – $649
iPhone 6S+ 5.5″ 16GB – $749
Whether you buy an iPhone on a 0% financing plan, two-year contract, or in full, you’re going to pay a heck of a lot of money. Because Apple is the only company who makes the iPhone, the price stays relatively unchanged throughout the course of its one-year life cycle. Apple owns a monopoly on its products and can charge accordingly. It’s quite rare to see any technological device hold its value so well, but the iPhone does it regardless. And it even has incredible resale value. Apple controls its mobile market share by not making iOS accessible to other manufacturers.
Samsung Galaxy S6 5.1″ 32GB – $679.99
Samsung Galaxy Note 5.7″ 32GB – $699.99
Nexus 6P 5.7″ 32GB – $499.99
Nexus 5X 5.2″ 16GB – $379.99
There are dozens of Android device manufacturers. There are so many that I can’t even find an accurate count on the web. I listed the biggest Android device manufacturer in Samsung, and I also listed Google’s pure Android Nexus devices. Android phones can be expensive too. It’s difficult to do a direct comparison to iPhones, because the Samsung S6 line has been out since the Spring, while the iPhone 6S and Note 5 line have only been out since the Fall. Internal hardware varies greatly from device to device too.
The prices for the Galaxy line devices are clearly almost identical to the iPhone, with the Galaxy devices offering more base storage than the iPhone. Google’s own Nexus devices are $180-300 cheaper than the iPhone which means you can save money with pure Android devices. On top of the initial MSRP savings, Android prices drop much faster, but at the same time have terrible resale value. Overall, the upfront fees can be much cheaper when buying an Android device.
Letv 1s 5.5″ 32GB – $238
Nuu Mobile Z8 5.5″ 16GB – $249.99
Nu Mobile Z8
Who? Who the heck is Letv and Nuu Mobile? I know you have heard of Motorola, but the Letv 1s and the Nuu Mobile Z8 are example devices that come unlocked with fantastic features. They also run the same Android software that the more expensive devices like the Note 5 and S line run. You haven’t heard of Letv because they are focused on the Chinese market.Nuu Mobile is a up and coming Android device manufacturer with a small budget and can’t afford to blast advertisements around the world.
And just because these devices are cheaper, doesn’t mean they lack in hardware.
Letv 1s
Main Features:
Display: 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 FHD Screen
CPU: MTK6795 64bit Octa Core 2.2GHz
System: Android 5.0
RAM + ROM: 3GB RAM + 32GB ROM
Camera: Dual Cameras, front camera 5.0MP camera, back camera 13.0MP
Nuu Mobile Z8 5.5″
Main Features:
Display: 5.5 inch 1920 x 1080 FHD Screen
CPU: 1.7 GHz Octa-Core Processor, MediaTek MTK6752 64-bit
System: Android 5.0
RAM + ROM: 2GB RAM + 16GB ROM
Camera: Dual Cameras, front camera 8.0MP camera, back camera 13.0MP
Android software is easy to use, is secure, can be customized, and Google apps are loaded with features
Again, I’m not here to argue that Android is better than iOS. Both email, text, make phone calls, browse the web, play videos and music, and take pictures incredibly well. There is no arguing that both platforms do the basics with ease.
The iPhone just works. I know it does. But that doesn’t mean Android devices don’t work. Many of us, me included, got started with iOS. I bought the first iPhone on the day it was released and waited in line for every subsequent release until the iPhone 5. I made the switch to Android when I took the time to evaluate the software with an open mind. Android is as safe as iOS and iOS is as safe as Android. Both Apple and Google make security the top priority for their software. Don’t buy into all of the misinformation out there about one being safer than the other.
The other sad truth is no software is bug free. Both Android and iOS have their fair share of bugs which is the reason why they release updates.
Google Search
Just “Google” it. Google’s search tools are so powerful that many of us have swapped the word “search” for the company name Google. The dominance of Google search is so overwhelming that the name Google has become a verb. We don’t say just Apple it, Yahoo it, or Microsoft it. Many of us say just “Google” it because Google has become synonymous with searching and researching unknowns. It like calling tissue “Kleenex”, lip balm “Chapstick”, or cotton swap “Q-Tips”.
Google owns the market share when it comes to searching, and Google Search is native to Android devices making it a super powerful tool. Yes you can download Google Search software onto iOS devices, but there are benefits to being native. You can “Google” directly from any screen on an Android device, while it constantly keeps you up to date on weather, stock prices, news, parking location and more through Google Now.
Google Photos
Arguably the best feature about Google Photos is that you have unlimited storage for FREE. Once backed up, you can access your photos from anywhere you have an internet connection and a web browser. You no longer need to worry about saving your most precious memories on back-up hard drives with Google Photos.
Here are some other great features taken directly from the app landing page:
VISUAL SEARCH
Your photos are now searchable by the places and things that appear in them. Looking for that fish taco you ate in Hawaii? Just search “food in Hawaii” to find it – no tagging required.
FREE UP SPACE ON YOUR DEVICE
Never worry about running out of space on your phone again. In Settings, just tap “Free up device storage” – photos that are safely backed up will be removed from your device’s storage, but will still be available in Google Photos.
BRING PHOTOS TO LIFE
Enjoy automatically created montage movies, interactive stories, collages, animations, panoramas, and more from your photos. Or you can easily create them yourself – just tap +.
SHARED ALBUMS
Get everyone’s photos and videos in one place, across iOS, Android, and the web. Privately sharing all the photos you took – and getting the ones you didn’t – has never been easier.
Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive
Google has its own answer for word processing, spreadsheet editing, presentation building, file storage and collaboration all for the price of nothing. Most of us learned how to use these tools using Microsoft Office, but Google created its own powerful tools and they are native to Android as well. Just like with Google Photos, all Google Docs are accessible from tablets to smartphones to desktops. And Google Docs is also compatible with Microsoft file types, while offering almost all of the same powerful features.
An alternative to Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides offers a great and free way to make presentations.
Google Docs is an online word processor that lets you create and format text documents and collaborate with other people in real time.
Google Sheets is a web-based spreadsheet application that allows you to store and organize different types of information, much like Microsoft Excel.
Project Fi
Project Fi is Google’s answer to cellular service. It isn’t Google’s own network – they have partnered with providers to offer its own affordable plan. Only select Nexus devices(Nexus 6, 6P and 5X) can access Project Fi, but it is a strong reason to give consideration to Android. Project Fi is still very new so this reason is highly debatable. But here are some reasons to consider it:
Project Fi is a combination of Sprint and T-Mobile
Project Fi coverage map
What’s included in the Fi Basics?
What happens if you go over your data budget?
You can bring your own number to Fi
Like any other provider, you can simply transfer your number when you sign up.
Android Wear
Wearables are taking hold in the marke,t and Android is at the forefront. Yes, Apple has its own watch too, which is great in its own right, but there is much more selection with Android. Tag Heuer, Fossil, Asus, LG, Samsung, Motorola, and Huawei are some of the major manufacturers of Android Wear devices, and the list continues to grow. With Android Wear you can monitor your activity levels, open apps, search and text using just your voice, get notifications, see the time and more.
Android Wear watches feature always-on displays, so you’ll always see important info like time, calls, and alerts. Respond to messages right from your watch, even when your phone isn’t with you.
Works with your Android phone or iPhone
Android Wear requires a phone running Android 4.3+ or iOS 8.2+. Supported features may vary between platforms. Visit g.co/wearcheck on your Android phone or iPhone to see if it’s compatible.
Android Wear is native to Android and is a great reason to consider Google’s software as an option.
You should consider Android if you don’t use it already
No I don’t work for Google, even though sometimes I wish I did. Google employees get get free food and drinks just for showing up to work! I have been to the Google campus, and they even let guests eat and drink for free. I hope Google let’s me hangout at its campus again some day in the future. It truly is an experience I will never forget.
Instead, I work for a biotech and research neurological disorders such as Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Schizophrenia, and the like. We get free coffee and tea, but I am not complaining. Nothing is more gratifying to me than working to solve unmet medical needs.
It’s my job to look at problems objectively, to ask questions, to research and to develop conclusions based on evidence.
In no way am I arguing that Android is superior to iOS, or vice versa, but I am offering reasons why you should consider Android if you are not using it now. There are fantastic devices like the Samsung Galaxy Note 5 or the Nexus 6P that offer the latest and greatest hardware, or there are fantastic alternatives like the Letv 1s or Nuu Mobile Z8 which offer great hardware for budget conscience users.
The software is also incredible and better yet, the applications Google provides are completely free to use.
If you would like to learn more, head on over to Google.com. No you don’t have to switch to Android – there are plenty of great features on iOS too.
My favorite Android commercial.
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Soak test coming to the DROID Turbo 2
Motorola has started to invite DROID Turbo 2 owners to a soak test for an “early preview of a new software release“. Maybe the DROID Turbo 2 will follow in the Moto X Pure Edition‘s footprints and will be receiving a Marshmallow update soon?
We aren’t really sure what this update is for just yet as Motorola or Verizon hasn’t given any other details. It may also be for WiFi Calling like the Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge got this week? Once we know more, we will definitely let you know, however, what do you think it could be for?
Source: Droid Life
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Special Star Wars themed DROID Turbo 2 options revealed by Verizon
Yesterday word surfaced that Verizon and Motorola were working on some special versions of the DROID Turbo 2 that would be part of the Star Wars: The Force Awakens marketing train that it seems everyone is hopping on board. The original indications were that this might mean special wallpapers for the devices, which it turns out is part of the deal, but other options were unclear. Verizon has now revealed that starting today, users can customize their DROID Turbo 2 devices through Moto Maker to not only get the wallpapers, but they will have a selection of special colors and backing materials to choose from.
The color combinations that Motorola and Verizon are making available as part of this special offer are based on characters from the Star Wars franchise. They include Poe Dameron, Rey, BB-8, a First Order Stormtrooper, and Kylo Ren. The special wallpapers will also be part of the marketing tie-in, although their release is still pending. Verizon indicates they will be available in the Google Play store for owners of the DROID Turbo 2.
If you want to get in on this deal, hit the links below to read more or start your order process. It appears the earliest delivery for the units is December 21st, so you may not have it by opening night.
source: Verizon (announcement), Verizon (store)
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Motorola rolls out Marshmallow for Moto X Pure, other select devices
Got a Motorola device? Keep an eye out because a brand new update could soon be bringing some Marshmallow goodness to your phone.
As announced by Motorola’s David Schuster on Google Plus, the rollout of Android Marshmallow 6.0 has already begun for the Moto X Pure Edition on the AT&T, Sprint, US Cellular and Verizon networks.
Latin American owners of Moto X Style will also receive the Marshmallow upgrade within the coming days.
In addition, Schuster also stated that soak tests have started for Moto X Play in Brazil and India, along with the Moto X Force in Brazil. This could mean that a full rollout for these devices are not too far away.
Motorola first revealed their Android 6.0 Marshmallow plans back in October, where it was revealed that Motorola was to focus on a more “pure” experience for the new Android version, “[avoiding] bloatware and skins…[focusing] on identifying and tackling areas where we can enable more meaningful exchanges between you and your phone.”
Source: +DavidSchuster
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DROID Turbo 2 rumored to get exclusive Star Wars wallpapers
Some early rumors and reports are indicating that Verizon and Motorola are jumping on the Star Wars marketing train by offering some exclusive Star Wars content with its DROID Turbo 2 license. In the coming days, Verizon and Motorola will launch DROID Turbo 2 “Star Wars Editions” with 5 wallpapers exclusive to Verizon customers.
A report from Droid-Life says that Verizon representatives have received news that additional information on scoring these 5 wallpapers will be available soon. Since this information hasn’t been officially released yet, there’s still some confusion as to whether all DROID Turbo 2 owners will have access to these wallpapers or if it’s an exclusive found on the Moto Maker. Droid-Life was able to obtain an image that makes us believe the latter.
Despite these wallpapers being a Verizon-exclusive, there’s no doubt that someone will eventually find a way to post them online for all to enjoy.
While we wait for an official announcement, be sure to keep an eye on the @DroidLanding Twitter account, where the process for obtaining these wallpapers on the Turbo 2 is expected to be revealed. The account hasn’t been active since late May, but as the Twitter account’s bio says, “Expect the unexpected from Droid.”
source: Droid-Life
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Moto G Turbo Edition with Snapdragon 615 launched in India
Motorola has launched the Moto G Turbo Edition in India. The handset is an upgraded version of the Moto G (2015), which was introduced earlier this year, and is priced at Rs 14,449 or roughly $220, and can be purchased exclusively from Flipkart.
The Moto G Turbo Edition and the Moto G (2015) have largely identical specifications, save for a few upgrades. The quad-core Snapdragon 410 SoC has been replaced with an octa-core Snapdragon 615 SoC, which comprises of 2 quad-core ARM Cortex A53 clusters clocked at 1.5GHz and 1.0GHz respectively. Motorola has paired the chipset with 2GB of RAM. There’s 16GB of internal storage that is expandable upto 32GB via a microSD card slot.
Must Read: Motorola Moto G 2015 review
The front side of the Moto G Turbo Edition sports a 5-inch HD (1280 x 720 pixels) display protected by Gorilla Glass 3, which offers a respectable pixel density of 294ppi. There’s also a 5MP f/2.2 front-facing camera to appeal to selfie lovers. Meanwhile, on the rear side you’ll find a 13MP f/2.0 camera accompanied by an LED flash. Also present on the rear side is a 2470mAh removable battery, which Motorola claims can last all day long. Unlike the Moto G (2015), the new handset’s battery supports Motorola Turbo Power quick charging.
Perhaps one of the most notable features of the Moto G Turbo Edition is its IP67 rating, which certifies the handset as dust and water resistant. The device, by default, comes in Dual SIM flavour and runs a lightly customised version of Android 5.1.1 Lollipop that delivers on the stock Android experience. It is highly likely that this device is updated to Android 6.0 Marshmallow sometime in the coming months. Motorola is offering the Moto G Turbo Edition in two colour schemes – Black, and White.
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To appeal to budget conscious buyers, Motorola India has announced an attractive package of Moto G Turbo Edition launch offers. Consumers can exchange their old phones to get discounts of upto Rs 6,000. Also, 100 lucky buyers will receive 100% cash back. Lastly, Airtel subscribers will be eligible for a double data offer on the purchase of the device.
All in all, Motorola’s upgraded offering is a well-balanced, mid-range device with an aggressive price tag that effectively kills the Moto G (2015). What about you, what do you think of the Moto G Turbo Edition? Let us know in the comments below.
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