Motorola’s latest smartphone, the Moto G, is as previously speculated, a cheaper version of the Moto X flagship. The device is highly affordable and it falls in the mid-range carrying a design similar to that of its costlier sibling.
It’s got the looks:
The Moto G is a stylish handset with a curved rear design and it’s made to look a lot like its larger sibling. The device measures 11.6mm at its thickest and it weighs 143 grams. The only downside here is that you won’t be able to create a custom version of the handset like with the original. However, Motorola is providing various personalization options through several colored shells and flip shells as well as 5 different grip shells.
The specifications:
The main difference between the Moto G and the flagship X is that the former comes with a smaller display, a downgraded camera and a slower processor. Moreover, it doesn’t tag along the touchless control and active notifications features.
– Platform: Android 4.3; Update to 4.4 KitKat expected early 2014
– Display: 4.5-inch 720p HD screen with 329ppi
– Processor: 1.2GHz quad core Qualcomm Snapdragon 400
– Storage: 8GB and 16GB options
– Memory: 1GB of RAM
– Camera: 5MP or 3.8MP rear, 1.3MP front
– Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, Bluetooth 4.0, HSPA+
– Battery: 2070mAh with 24 hours of mixed usage
When and where can you get it?
If you’re looking to get your hands on the Moto G, the wait isn’t going to be long if you’re in Europe and Brazil. According to the company, the smartphone will go on sale this week itself in both locations. No specific prices have been provided by Motorola, but in the UK, the handset is already up for pre-order. Clove is accepting reservations for the phone at £156 (8GB) and £186 (16GB), while Phones4U is offering the device for free with a new contract on T-Mobile, Orange and Vodafone.
On O2, you can get the device for £129.99 on Pay & Go starting November 28. Additionally, the phone is also up for pre-order on Unlocked-Mobiles. The device will also reach the US, India, the Middle East and other Asian counties early January. In the US, it will retail for $179 with 8GB of storage and $199 for 16GB.