To make sure that this problem is not limited to the unit we were reviewing, I used my friend's brand
new Moto G for a day.
The company has seen huge success with the likes
of Moto G and Moto E series, but things haven't been the same over the past few years.
Those who are already familiar with
Moto G series phone family, you'll find incremental changes in Moto G5 when compared with previous models.
It's difficult to find a first
generation Moto G on general sale now though, especially the 3G variant, with most retailers now stocking the newer second gen, 2014 version.
The Moto G5 and Moto G5 Plus feature a metal build that's a huge leap away from the original
Moto G in terms of design.
Starting with the
original Moto G in 2013, previously high - end specifications have been made available at ever lower prices.
That handset was launched back in 2014, and after weeks and weeks of intensive leaks, the company has just announced its successor, the 3rd -
gen Moto G handset.
Moto G 2nd gen hangs a lot after marshmallow update and simply does not allow multitasking.
This handset was launched in last week and is the fourth generation
Moto G handset.
The next generation
Moto G features a 13MP rear camera with a colour - balancing dual LED flash and 5MP front camera.
2013's
Moto G LTE is a great smartphone, and you could still seriously consider one today.
Then again, the new
Moto G comes in right around the same price point, while also offering a 13MP camera, water resistance, and superior customization.
When the
first Moto G launched in 2013, it brought with it a shift in the mobile landscape.
A modified
Moto G from 2013, fitted with electromagnetic sensing capability, can recognize any electronic device by tapping on it.
When compared with
previous Moto G generations this one is more slimmer towards the edges.
This year's
Moto G gets more of these features than ever before, bringing it closer to parity with its higher - end cousins.
For reference, the Moto X Play and Moto X Style had that design, as well as
older Moto G handsets.
And my old
moto G still running like new after many drops from high height..
The new generation
Moto G family sees the list of features grow bigger and better.
The
latest Moto G trio of smartphones offer solid specs, but don't seem better than competing cheap phones.
Moto G which was launched last month generated very positive response from users.
In terms of specs, the smartphone sits squarely in between the high - end Moto Z2 line and the
mid-range Moto G series.
From additional durability to a more premium design, this year's
Moto G continues where the 2014 model left off.
With an imminent Lollipop update, the 4.5 -
inch Moto G remains one of the best budget smartphones on the market.
Recent rumors claimed that the
upcoming Moto G 5th generation phone will use the same 625 processor that's reliable, powerful enough for everyday tasks and is affordable.
The just -
announced Moto G is a water - resistant phone with a 1080p screen and fast charging.
In other words, this is more of a lateral move than an upgrade for many
Moto G owners.
With added water resistance and a better camera, the LTE -
enabled Moto G is one of the best affordable unlocked smartphones around right now.
The 2013
Moto G became the bar all cheap phones are measured against, even today.
Camera The new
Moto G sports an 8 megapixel camera with an LED flash.
Custom ROMs require root access to your device and a custom recovery to be installed (visit
Moto G root section to learn how).
The hardware specs seem identical to what we've seen in the
current Moto G, as they should be.
It's four years since the original
Moto G arrived on the scene as the king of budget Android smartphones.
We were big fans of the most
recent Moto G, particularly its 9 - hour battery life.
We've been recommending these phones to buyers on a budget since the first
Moto G appeared in 2013.
It's pricier than the last generations, but an amazing camera and near - flawless performance make this the most complete - feeling
Moto G yet.
Custom ROMs require root access to your device and a custom recovery to be installed (
visit Moto G root section to learn how).
If you wanted more bang for your 200 bucks, the fourth - generation
Moto G certainly delivers an impressive display and solid performance for a low - cost phone.
People can choose between 8 GB storage and 16 GB
storage Moto G as per their requirements.
As these are off - contract prices, the 2014
Moto G once again presents great value for your money.
It is the same cloth from which the likes of the
classic Moto G was cut.