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The Android 4.4.2 update introduces an issue (only for a few consumers) where some phones lose signal constantly. Motorola is aware of the issue and appears to be taking the steps to rectify it.<ref>[http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/03/04/some-moto-g-owners-are-constantly-losing-connection-after-the-android-4-4-2-update/ Some Moto G Owners Are Constantly Losing Connection After The Android 4.4.2 Update]</ref> |
The Android 4.4.2 update introduces an issue (only for a few consumers) where some phones lose signal constantly. Motorola is aware of the issue and appears to be taking the steps to rectify it.<ref>[http://www.androidpolice.com/2014/03/04/some-moto-g-owners-are-constantly-losing-connection-after-the-android-4-4-2-update/ Some Moto G Owners Are Constantly Losing Connection After The Android 4.4.2 Update]</ref> |
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==Reception== |
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The Moto G has received generally positive reviews from critics, recieving the following awards: |
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Digital Trends - Editor’s Choice Award<ref>http://www.digitaltrends.com/cell-phone-reviews/motorola-moto-g-review/</ref> |
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IT Pro Portal – Best Buy Award<ref>http://www.itproportal.com/reviews/mobile-phones/motorola-moto-g-review/</ref> |
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Trusted Reviews - Product of the Year at the 2013<ref>http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/motorola-moto-g-named-2013-trustedreviews-product-of-the-year</ref> |
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Trusted Reviews –Best Phone Under £250 of 2013<ref>http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/motorola-moto-g-named-2013-trustedreviews-product-of-the-year</ref> |
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Expert Reviews – Best budget smartphone up to Febrary 2014<ref>http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/smartphones/1303792/motorola-moto-g</ref> |
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==References== |
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| Manufacturer | Motorola Mobility |
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| Slogan | Exceptional phone, Exceptional price |
| Series | Moto |
| Compatible networks | 2G/3G Global GSM Model: GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) UMTS/HSPA+ up to 21 Mbps (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz) US GSM Model: GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) UMTS/HSPA+ up to 21 Mbps (850, 1700 (AWS), 1900 MHz) CDMA Model: CDMA/EVDO Rev A (850, 1900 MHz) |
| First released | November 13, 2013 |
| Related | Moto X |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Dimensions | 129.9 mm (5.11 in) H 65.9 mm (2.59 in) W 11.6 mm (0.46 in) D[1] |
| Weight | 143 g (5.0 oz) |
| Operating system | Android Jelly Bean 4.3[2] (upgradeable to Android 4.4.2 Kitkat) |
| System-on-chip | Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 |
| CPU | 1.2 GHz quad-core Cortex-A7 |
| GPU | Adreno 305 |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM[2] |
| Storage | 8 GB or 16 GB |
| Removable storage | No card slot |
| Battery | 2,070 mAh[3] |
| Display | 4.50 in (114 mm) diagonal LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 1280×720 px (329 ppi) |
| Rear camera | 5 MP with LED flash |
| Front camera | 1.3 MP |
| Connectivity | GPS / GLONASS, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, Micro-USB |
Moto G is an Android smartphone developed and manufactured by Motorola Mobility. Unveiled on November 13, 2013, the phone was initially aimed at developing markets, although it is also available in developed markets as a lower-cost option compared to other phones in its class.
Specifications
The phone features a 4.5 inch LCD IPS screen, the Google Android Kitkat 4.4 operating system and a Qualcomm Snapdragon 400 quad-core processor clocked at 1.2 GHz, and U.S. pricing of $179 with no contract for the 8 GB version.[4][5]
The phone is closely related to the Moto X that was released three months prior, although there are some key differences despite their similar appearances. The Moto G won't be able to have active notifications, quick capture, and touchless control like the Moto X due to the Moto X using a special processor that would be cost-prohibitive for the Moto G. In addition, unlike the Moto X, the Moto G has a removable back cover so that users can customize the phone in whatever color they want; although the Moto X has its online MotoMaker that also allows the user to customize their phone, the casing on it is permanent instead of interchangeable like the Moto G.[6]
Unlike the Moto X as well as most smartphones in general in 2013, the Moto G doesn't support 4G LTE, which is thought to be less of an issue in the developing markets the Moto G is aimed at, due to the lack of LTE technology in those markets. Evolved HSPA would provide the device's fastest mobile data speeds.[6]
The Moto G is the first inside and outside waterproof device.[7]
Availability
The phone first became available in Brazil and parts of Europe. The phone was announced in Canada and United States on November 22, 2013 and December 2, 2013 respectively. The remaining parts of Europe and Latin America were expected to have the phone available by the start of the Christmas holiday season. The Moto G Google Play edition is a global GSM model available unlocked from Google Play. In the United States, the Moto G is available for Verizon, Republic Wireless, Boost Mobile, Sprint (Sprint Prepaid), U.S. Cellular and Consumer Cellular customers.
Moto G was released in India on February 6, 2014 in an exclusive tie up between Indian e-commerce company Flipkart and Motorola Mobility.[8] There was a tremendous response from online shoppers to the launch of Moto G in India.[9]
Software updates
The Moto G became one of the first smartphones to get the Android 4.4 update after Nexus devices. The update was rolled out over-the-air and requires at least 200 MB of free storage on the device. The Android 4.4.2 update was rolled out worldwide by Motorola, as promised by them during the phone's launch event.[10]
The Android 4.4.2 update introduces an issue (only for a few consumers) where some phones lose signal constantly. Motorola is aware of the issue and appears to be taking the steps to rectify it.[11]
Reception
The Moto G has received generally positive reviews from critics, recieving the following awards:
Digital Trends - Editor’s Choice Award[12]
IT Pro Portal – Best Buy Award[13]
Trusted Reviews - Product of the Year at the 2013[14]
Trusted Reviews –Best Phone Under £250 of 2013[15]
Expert Reviews – Best budget smartphone up to Febrary 2014[16]
References
- ^ "Motorola's Affordable Moto G: $179 Off-Contract". AnandTech. 13 November 2013.
- ^ a b Ram, Anand (2013-11-13). "Moto G aims to be the $200 smartphone you actually want". CBC. Retrieved 2013-11-13.
- ^ Seifert, Dan. "Motorola's latest is Google's move to take over emerging markets". The Verge. Vox Media. Retrieved 2013-11-13.
- ^ Hoyle, Andrew. "Moto G: Hands-on with Motorola's 4.5-inch, quad-core contract-free $179 3G smartphone". CNET. CBS Interactive. Retrieved 2013-11-13.
- ^ Aguilar, Mario. "Motorola Moto G: $180 (Off Contract!) of Android KitKat Goodness". Gizmodo. Retrieved 2013-11-13.
- ^ a b Motorola announces the $179 Moto G, a lot of smartphone for not a lot of money Yahoo! News (11/13/2013)
- ^ Rami, Hemang. "First Inside and Outside Waterproof Device Motorola MOTO G Launched". The TechMonk. Retrieved 2014-04-13.
- ^ "Motorola launches Moto G smartphone in exclusive tie-up with Flipkart". The Economic Times. 6 February 20014.
{{cite news}}: Check date values in:|date=(help) - ^ "Flipkart eyes long-term innings with Motorola post MotoG debut". Economic Times. 10 February 2014.
- ^ "Moto G Android 4.4 Update Rolling Out Globally via OTA [Kit Kat]". AndroidOrigin. Retrieved 9 January 2014.
- ^ Some Moto G Owners Are Constantly Losing Connection After The Android 4.4.2 Update
- ^ http://www.digitaltrends.com/cell-phone-reviews/motorola-moto-g-review/
- ^ http://www.itproportal.com/reviews/mobile-phones/motorola-moto-g-review/
- ^ http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/motorola-moto-g-named-2013-trustedreviews-product-of-the-year
- ^ http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/motorola-moto-g-named-2013-trustedreviews-product-of-the-year
- ^ http://www.expertreviews.co.uk/smartphones/1303792/motorola-moto-g
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