From that review, it seems the battery life is disappointing. He says being a dual-core might actually be working against the X's battery, though that doesn't explain why the iPhone 5 tops so many of those benchmarks, including the battery life tests. I admit that I am intrigued by this phone but put off by the high price.
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From that review, it seems the battery life is disappointing. He says being a dual-core might actually be working against the X's battery, though that doesn't explain why the iPhone 5 tops so many of those benchmarks, including the battery life tests. I admit that I am intrigued by this phone but put off by the high price.
That was the first 5" phone I've used. I believe the volume, and power button placement make this phone easier to use.
Do you play any games on it? If so, what kind and how do they run?
Also, how is the sound from the speaker in your opinion?
Do you do any reading on it? If so, how is that. Like in a Kindle app or PDFs (clearly not the ideal place to read on...but would like your thoughts) if you do that.
I am really intrigued by the phone and I don't give a hoot that it isn't the specc'd out beast some other phones are. I think they are really on to something with the notifications and active listening.
The speakers are great! they are louder than my S4....but not as good as the HTC One.....Sorry i don't play games on my phone. I don't do any reading that require the Kindle app...sorry.
The phone comes with Quickoffice installed:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.quickoffice.android
So it will open most office docs and PDF files. Hope that helps.....
I think most battery test do not accurately reflect the phone's true battery life. The whole purpose of active display is so you do not have to power the device on and off which is the biggest drain. I don't really know if there is a test for that.
The margin they have is not different at all compared to say the Samsung S4 which has a component and manufacturing cost of $237 for the US version or the iphone 5 which is even less for the 16 GB and 32GB versions. In Canada the off-contract price for the Moto X is a bit less than the S4. With a $500 million marketing budget I think the phone will do quite well.
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I guess its unfair to single out Motorola for their pricing scheme when all the major manufactures pull close to the same margin. My frustration stems from the speculation of the Nexus like pricing (which, admittedly is my own fault) for the Moto X. Truth be told, the Moto X sounds like nearly the perfect phone for me, price being my big gripe.
The only other thing I am worried about is the life of the device. From all the reviews I've read, the OS runs smoothly now. But how will future versions of Android run on the phone? And how long will it be supported. If the Moto X had Nexus like pricing, I would have no problem buying the phone and seeing how Moto handles its future.
I think the overall package looks great, the only phone that seems like enough of what Im looking for (size, build, design, battery, cool features like active notifications) to move from the iPhone.
Ive been an iPhone user for four years. I ordered a Moto X last night. Im excited to give Android a shot.
I'll add photos and my thoughts when it arrives in a week.
Ive been an iPhone user for four years. I ordered a Moto X last night. Im excited to give Android a shot.
I'll add photos and my thoughts when it arrives in a week.
You should of just bought the 16GB Nexus 4 unlocked through the Play Store for $249. The N4 is just as fast as the moto x and is way cheaper. The camera on the Moto X doesn't appear to be much of an upgrade from the N4. The N4 is completely pure android. There is no bloatware or logos on it. Its also going to get updates quicker. Also, the screen on the N4 is better.
Off contract, the Nexus is likely a better value but if paying the contract price ($199 or $249), I'd get the Moto X in a heartbeat over the Nexus 4. Camera quality may be a wash between the two but the battery life on the Nexus 4 is subpar and LTE is a huge benefit (huge difference vs. HSPA on AT&T). Also, the Moto X is every bit as stock with some additional features you cannot get on the Nexus--but yes you will have to wait a bit longer for updates.
I debated it quite a bit, actually. I know that I could've gone either way.
Fact of the matter is, the Moto X design is really striking to me, battery life is my number one priority, and even some of Motorola's additions make me incredibly excited. In fact, mostly all of the Moto exclusives (active notifications, always listening, assist) are features that I could see greatly enhancing my phone experience. Especially after being annoyed with notifications and some of the general interaction with my iPhone for a couple of years.
Either way, I'll have 14 days to change my mind.
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Yeah, I would be paying the contract price anyways, so I went with the Moto X. Battery is a huge priority for me, and I quite like the little additions Moto put in. Also, the design is stunning.
I don't see why anyone would buy this phone over the Nexus 4.
Both have the same 720p 4.7 screen (IPS wins over Amoled for me), same CPU (GPU also?), similar battery life, similar sub par camera quality, same 2GB RAM, etc.
The Nexus 4 still is cheaper (now 100$ cheaper) and gets updates faster.
Both have the same 720p 4.7 screen (IPS wins over Amoled for me), same CPU (GPU also?), similar battery life, similar sub par camera quality, same 2GB RAM, etc.
The Nexus 4 still is cheaper (now 100$ cheaper) and gets updates faster.
I wouldn't get either, personally, if I could avoid it, but I could see why one would choose the MX over the N4. Quite easily, too.
I can only tell you why I'd get the Moto X over the Nexus 4.
I previously owned the Nexus 4 and three aspects dissuaded me from keeping it--terrible battery life, very subpar camera performance, and lack of LTE--all areas that the Moto X offers improved performance (to varying degrees).
Based on everything I've read so far, they don't appear to be equals in many of the areas you've specified. Battery life seems to be on par with other flagships and far better than the Nexus 4. They are not exactly the same CPU and benchmarking (and reports of real world use) show the Moto X outperforming the Nexus 4 here as well. Same goes for GPU performance. The X8 system that Moto has implement seems to be making a significant difference. Yes, the camera is getting mixed reviews at best but the Nexus 4 camera fared worse.
I'll agree regarding your preference for LCD vs. AMOLED (mine as well), however one of the most attractive elements of the Moto X (IMO), the active notifications, wouldn't be possible with LCD. The X is also markedly smaller than the Nexus 4 yet uses the same size display. And while I'd prefer faster updates as well, I find the additional functionality that Motorola added more attractive than just prompt updates.
On contract, the Moto X costs the same as the Nexus 4 so, at that price I find the Moto X carries more value. Off contract, it's a different story and would think twice about the purchase. However as I really didn't enjoy my time with the Nexus 4, I'd probably end up paying the difference for the Moto X regardless, if those were my only options.
Because the Nexus 4 is an overrated device. Terrible screen, battery life, camera, and RF performance.
Picked one up earlier this afternoon. I'm quite impressed with it so far. It's every bit as fast as my Nexus 4 and significantly lighter/easier to use with one hand. It's also great to have LTE again! There was very little bloatware - I think I counted 5 Moto/AT&T apps, which I quickly disabled. The AMOLED screen will take some getting used to, but I'm very happy overall.
Now I just need to decide what to do with my Nexus 4.
Now I just need to decide what to do with my Nexus 4.
It's 200 bucks. No contract. That more than makes up for the camera. The battery life is fine for people who don't use it every second of the day. And the screen is very nice color saturation was fixed in 4.2.2 and 4.3 made the device even better.
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5 is considered little. Oh dear, I shudder to think about the other phones.