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I'm looking to buy a phone, and have settled on the 6577 processor. There are tonnes of phones with this processor, but I'm looking for one with good build+1GB RAM (As opposed to 512MB in most).
After quite a lot of research, these two phones seem to be the most popular: JY G3, ThL W3 dual core (ThL W3+) and UMI X1.
Can I have your views on both these phones. Or any other mtk6577 phone, with 1GB RAM and preferably not a clone. Among the three listed above, JY G3 has the biggest (2750mAh) battery, while the ThL W3+ (2000mAh) and UMI X1 (1750mAh) have significantly smaller batteries. It'll be great if someone can speak of the difference these different batteries will make. I hope to get around 12-14 hours of runtime. Been using an LG Optimus One since more than a year and it still does this with its 1500mAh battery. I don't know how much difference the added dual sim functionality and the much higher resolution (1280x720) will make.
Tbh I like the ThL most among the three.
Looking forward to replies. Thanks!
Only one of three phones is in stock now (tHL W3+) , Jiayu G3 & UMI X1 are still for pre order.
A month ago I look in to article for Jiayu G3 and when I saw the specification I decide to buy it*
But after the whole saga about Jiayu G3 with all delays and quality problems I changed my choice on tHL W3+
Instead lack of Gorilla glass and a little low but still enough power battery,
I think that W3+ is perfect choice.
Also I saw pictures and video clips shooted by Jiayu G3 that look worst.
W3+ camera shoot very good.
Also tHL W3+ have big support in this Russian forum > http://forum.china-iphone.ru/viewforum.php?f=74
Good luck with your choice. :good:
Yes, the ThL is insanely popular at China-iPhone. Thanks for your views!
I placed an order for the ThL yesterday, expect it to be here by Thursday
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I also wait for mine to come in a few days
Hope you get it fast too. :highfive:
That's cool! Excited
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Where did you by it ?
Was it on ebay ?
Regards
Igge
I haven't checked, but I ordered it off AliExpress.
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HAHA My G3 is near at hand!
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I can't find definitive answer anywhere, is the dimension, connector and body shape identical to Moto X enough to allow us to use Moto X car holder with charger, for instance?
Thanks!
Moto G: BODY Dimensions 129.9 x 65.9 x 11.6 mm (5.11 x 2.59 x 0.46 in)
Weight 143 g (5.04 oz)
Moto X: BODY Dimensions 129.3 x 65.3 x 10.4 mm (5.09 x 2.57 x 0.41 in)
Weight 130 g (4.59 oz)
They're quite similar but not exactly.G is a bit longer, thicker & wider than X (though you'd probably get away with all but the width)
Aleq said:
I can't find definitive answer anywhere, is the dimension, connector and body shape identical to Moto X enough to allow us to use Moto X car holder with charger, for instance?
Thanks!
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Since I bought the Moto G as a replacement for my broken HOX I immediately got a bumper... there weren't any moto g bumpers so I got a moto x bumper. It's a tight fit but it works ok. =)
I'm on about to buy one of these phones, both on the same +- budget [280$ include shipping, tax, vat], if you have another other option on this price I would like to hear.
I want a strong phone [quad-core], durable-strong, available replacement parts [on ebay etc], xda community, good camera...
I know some of these requirements are valid to the one and non to the other and vice verse, thats why I can not decide between the both.
The Optimus G is pretty old but with better camera and 2gb ram [include sd card]
The Moto G is new, durable, strong, updated, don't realy know about how bad its camera...
Whould like for some recommendations...
thanks!
PsyOr said:
I'm on about to buy one of these phones, both on the same +- budget [280$ include shipping, tax, vat], if you have another other option on this price I would like to hear.
I want a strong phone [quad-core], durable-strong, available replacement parts [on ebay etc], xda community, good camera...
I know some of these requirements are valid to the one and non to the other and vice verse, thats why I can not decide between the both.
The Optimus G is pretty old but with better camera and 2gb ram [include sd card]
The Moto G is new, durable, strong, updated, don't realy know about how bad its camera...
Whould like for some recommendations...
thanks!
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I heard the camera on the moto g has some problems but the kit kat update fixed them, for spec wise the Optimus G has a better processor, bigger screen and bigger resolution and a better GPU while the Moto g has only a higher ppi. I would go with the moto g any day because LG phone Products suck D:
No, no problems on myne. mayby it happens ocasionaly..
Hello,
I recently bought a Moto X Play, and I'm playing indeed, playing with the idea of returning it and buying a Droid Turbo on eBay.
Currently, the Turbo can be bought for around 450 cad, same as the X Play (except it's used, but it's quite easy to find Turbo in good condition considering it's made to be tough!).
It also has a humongous battery. The screen is reportedly around the same width but doesn't go as far up, so it's easier to handle. No need to mention the processor is also better, same goes for the screen, and the bigger battery makes up for the increased consumption. Moreover, the Droid has all the features of the "usual" Moto X: the screen is a Super AMOLED, unlike the X Play IPS screen; there's a gyroscope and IR sensors so you get the Moto Actions, you're VR ready, Photospheres ready... unlike the X Play. Plus I just noticed it had Glonass (which the X Play doesn't have), which can improve location tracking especially in northern latitudes (#Canada).
Oh, and it has fast charging AND wireless charging. Yayz.
The only reasons to buy a X Play over a Turbo in Canada (where you don't care about Verizon CDMA lock) seem to be:
-The Camera (even if it's not as bad as the two first Moto X, the Turbo lags behind)
-Warranty (since the X Play is bought new, but even then you can get the Moto Warranty by registering your Droid I guess, depending on how long it has been owned)
-FM Radio (yeaaaah. Personnally I use bluetooth headphones, so I can't even use it)
-Swappable back plates (impossible to buy in Canada unless you order from Aliexpress, from what I understood)
-You don't like capacitive buttons (I realized it had the advantage of freeing screen space, so it really depends on your preferences)
-You prefer big screens.
Annnnd that's about it I guess?
So in short, my question is: have I forgotten something? Is there a dealbreaker about the Turbo? etc.
PS: Sources:
http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_droid_turbo-6727.php
http://www.gsmarena.com/motorola_moto_x_play-7454.php
"Duh."
Turbo is less likely to be updated past this year?
Considering the price range and specs, I don't think it'll be forgotten by Motorola... Maybe slower updates indeed (Lollipop took more time than the X 2013 apparently).
Depending on the model, the Moto Maxx has an unlockable bootloader and the xda community seems quite active. The Verizon model is BL locked, but Sunshine is reportedly working on it to unlock it, so OTA updates aren't really that necessary IMO.
Im going to openly say this now... I am PISSED! Massively.... I thought the style was supposed to be their Flagship?!?!?!
Either way nonetheless Ladies and Gents - We Present the Moto X Force
Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: What's the difference?
Motorola has very quietly announced the Moto X Force, which brings the 2015 Moto X offering to three models if you ignore the Moto X Style Pure Edition.
The Moto X Force brings with it flagship specs and a slightly more expensive price than the Moto X Style, but it's the unbreakable display that makes this Moto X model more interesting than its siblings.
We have put the Moto X Force up against the Moto X Style and the Moto X Play to see what the differences are between the three devices and how they compare. Read on if you want some help deciding which X is right for you.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Design
The Motorola Moto X Force measures 149.8 x 78mm and offers a curved rear between 7.6mm and 9.2mm. The Moto X Style is larger in height but smaller in width, measuring 153.9 x 76.2mm with a curve between 6.1mm and 11.06mm. The Moto X Play is the smallest of all three of these devices however, measuring 148 x 75mm with a curve of 8.9mm to 10.9mm.
The Moto X Force is the slimmest overall and one of the lightest, hitting the scales at 169g, which is the same as the Moto X Play. The Moto X Style is 10 grams heavier at 179g.
All three of the Moto X devices come with a water-repellant nano-coating and they are all available to customise through Moto Maker. The Force only comes in one colour as standard, while the Style and Play come in two base colours.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Display
The Moto X Force comes with a 5.4-inch AMOLED display offering a resolution of 2560 x 1440 for a pixel density of 540ppi. It's the ShatterShield feature that makes this device stand out from the crowd however. Motorola claims this display is completely unbreakable and its confidence is supported with a four-year warranty.
The Moto X Style has a slightly larger 5.7-inch TFT LCD display that also offers a Quad HD resolution but the increase in size drops the pixel density to 520ppi. It is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, but no unbreakable claims come with this model or the Moto X Play.
The Moto X Play has a 5.5-inch display that offers a Full HD resolution for a pixel density of 403ppi, which is the lowest of this bunch. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 is on board again but dropping this device at a bad angle probably wouldn't end well.
The Force has the smallest display but also the sharpest, and strongest if Motorola's claims are anything to go by.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Camera
The Moto X Force has a 21-megapixel rear snapper, like the Moto X Style and Moto X Play. All three feature an aperture of f/2.0, along with functions such as 4x digital zoom, slow motion video, burst mode, night mode and auto HDR.
The Moto X Play doesn't offer as many functions as the Moto X Force and the Moto X Style however, despite offering the same amount of megapixels. For example, both the latter devices offer phase detect auto-focus and 4K video capabilities, while the Moto X Play doesn't.
In terms of the front-facing snapper, the Moto X Force has a 5-megapixel sensor, as does the Moto X Style and Moto X Play. Motorola doesn't detail the features of the Moto X Play's front camera but the Moto X Style and Moto X Force appear to be identical.
There is a wide-angle lens, night mode, a flash and an aperture of f/2.0. The Moto X Force and Moto X Style front-facing cameras also have larger 1.4um pixels for better low light shots.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Hardware
The Moto X Force has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 810 processor under its hood, Adreno 430 graphics and 3GB of RAM support. The Moto X Style takes the processor down a notch to the Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 with Adreno 418 graphics but there is still 3GB of RAM support. The Moto X Play has the Qualcomm Snapdragon 617 processor, Adreno 405 graphics and 2GB of RAM on board.
The Moto X Force comes in 32GB and 64GB storage options, offering microSD support for up to 2TB. The Moto X Style comes in 16GB, 32GB and 64GB options with microSD support for up to 128GB. The Moto X Play is available in 16GB and 32GB storage options, also with microSD support.
The biggest battery sits within the Moto X Force with a whopping 3760mAh capacity, while the Moto X Play sits closely behind with a 3630mAh battery. The Moto X Style has the smallest battery at 3000mAh.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Software
All three Moto X devices come with Android 5.1.1 Lollipop out of the box, but they will all get a Marshmallow update eventually. Motorola doesn't add as much bloatware as Samsung and Sony do so you get a close to pure Android experience with its devices.
The software experience between the Moto X Force, Moto X Style and Moto X Play will be identical. You'll get Android with a few extra Motorola-specific apps like Motorola Assist and voice-activated commands.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Price
The Moto X Force starts at £499, which is £100 more than the Moto X Style and £220 more than the Moto X Play. The Moto X Style starts at £399 and the Moto X Play starts at £279.
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Motorola Moto X Force vs Moto X Style vs Moto X Play: Conclusion
The Motorola Moto X Force follows in the footsteps of the Moto X Style but bumps the specs up in a couple of areas and of course, adds that unbreakable display.
You pay an extra £100 for a slightly bigger battery than the Moto X Play, but a significantly bigger one than the Moto X Style, a faster processor, smaller but sharper display and more storage, as well as a slimmer handset overall than both models.
The quietly announced Moto X Force wins or draws on almost all spec fronts so if you are someone who is constantly dropping their smartphone, this decision will be a no brainer. The Moto X Force offers everything and more than the Moto X Style and Moto X Play.
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IMHO Motorola went backwards on this one... I think that they should have given the bigger battery to the MOTO X Style... 3760mAh
The Play should have had the 3000mAh Battery and the Force should have Had the 3630mAh Battery
Yes the Moto X force (Droid Turbo 2 in the US) is a more powerful phone but it has a price tag to match. It was launched here in the US for Verizon wireless only, 32gig is $624 off contract or $720 for the 64gig variant. That's $174 or $220 more respectively compared to the Moto X Pure edition here in the states. Yes it's a better phone but the performance difference for the price isn't worth it in my book. It also doesn't help that it loses the stereo speakers for a mono loud speaker on the front.
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The big question, will the Force be available in the US through Moto Maker direct?
I'm not changing carriers just for the Droid Turbo 2. The Force really hits the mark with the 4 year warrantee shatter proof screen. PocketNow seemed to throw the Droid Turbo 2 around pretty good.
I'll be disappointed if I cannot order this in US through Moto Maker.
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The big question, will the Force be available in the US through Moto Maker direct?
I'm not changing carriers just for the Droid Turbo 2. The Force really hits the mark with the 4 year warrantee shatter proof screen. PocketNow seemed to throw the Droid Turbo 2 around pretty good.
I'll be disappointed if I cannot order this in US through Moto Maker.
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It probably never will. The Moto Maxx is the international version of the Droid Turbo and after more than a year, it never got to be available directly from Motorola U.S.
I'm guessing because of the Verizon exclusivity agreement.
F###ing Verizon. That would really suck. A phone with a feature like shatter proof screen & only one company can carry it in US? That's crap. I know I could probably buy the Verizon phone & put a GSM sim card in it, but I don't want the big red crap ware.
I don't get moto. On the one hand, we are only making our phones direct, but then they come out with a carrier specific phone with some specs that are much more desirable than what they call their high end phone. I don't get it.
It's called money and fulfilling a contract Motorola has with Verizon. They do this every year with the droid. What's surprising is that anyone would be surprised. The T2 won't get quick updates and the four T2s I have seen have had dark, dingy screens but I haven't heard others experiencing this. I'm happy with my MXPE.
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It doesnt has stereo speakers.
Moto Maxx in Brazil hasnt received updates as Moto X received. I recommend you to avoid this.
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It's called money and fulfilling a contract Motorola has with Verizon. They do this every year with the droid. What's surprising is that anyone would be surprised. The T2 won't get quick updates and the four T2s I have seen have had dark, dingy screens but I haven't heard others experiencing this. I'm happy with my MXPE.
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I've read this in a few hands-on/reviews as well. The screen is apparently downright ugly compared to my beautiful MXPE.
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I'm jealous of the 2TB SD card expansion.. Not that I would ever use that much lol. But theoretically I could backup all my photos and videos from my pc and carry it around on my phone.
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in us its only on verizon so they need the faster processor and bigger battery to support all that verizon bloat... it will be locked down im sure like all moto phones on verizon have been forever... MXPE is free of bloat, easily unlockable bootloader if i choose, therefore it is a better choice for the value since you need to pay full price for the phone via payment plans now
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in us its only on verizon so they need the faster processor and bigger battery to support all that verizon bloat... it will be locked down im sure like all moto phones on verizon have been forever... MXPE is free of bloat, easily unlockable bootloader if i choose, therefore it is a better choice for the value since you need to pay full price for the phone via payment plans now
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Yah but remember the Moto X Force will be worldwide... (Ish)
I love my MXS Its an amazing device!