Hi to all. I just wanna share my experiences with my Moto X here in Germany and I want to answer a few questions I had before to help persons like me which wants a moto x outside of the USA.
I've got my X (XT1053 developer edition GSM) via eBay straight from the US. I have to pay import taxes around 120€.
The first thing I've noticed was that the X only comes with 4 system languages (even on KitKat), no one of them were German. So I've tried around a bit to get German language but I doesn't succeeded.
Them I've unlocked the bootloader, flashed TWRP and rooted my phone with that.
The next step was that I've flashed eclipse ROM (which originally based on the VZW version of KitKat). That gives me all base android system languages. Even touchless control works now on German.
That I've flashed a VZW ROM doesn't break anything, I'm able to use the phone with my GSM SIM (Vodafone, nano SIM) without problems (except that LTE isn't supported because of the frequencies, but that is no problem for me since I doesn't have a LTE contact).
So far, I have a fully working Moto X here in Germany and I have to say that this is the best phone over ever had (I came from a RAZR i).
The last thing I have to say is, sorry for my English if it is not so good, but I hope it's understandable.
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glad you're enjoying it! Best phone of the year.
cupioscire said:
Hi to all. I just wanna share my experiences with my Moto X here in Germany and I want to answer a few questions I had before to help persons like me which wants a moto x outside of the USA.
I've got my X (XT1053 developer edition GSM) via eBay straight from the US. I have to pay import taxes around 120€.
The first thing I've noticed was that the X only comes with 4 system languages (even on KitKat), no one of them were German. So I've tried around a bit to get German language but I doesn't succeeded.
Them I've unlocked the bootloader, flashed TWRP and rooted my phone with that.
The next step was that I've flashed eclipse ROM (which originally based on the VZW version of KitKat). That gives me all base android system languages. Even touchless control works now on German.
That I've flashed a VZW ROM doesn't break anything, I'm able to use the phone with my GSM SIM (Vodafone, nano SIM) without problems (except that LTE isn't supported because of the frequencies, but that is no problem for me since I doesn't have a LTE contact).
So far, I have a fully working Moto X here in Germany and I have to say that this is the best phone over ever had (I came from a RAZR i).
The last thing I have to say is, sorry for my English if it is not so good, but I hope it's understandable.
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Glad to see you were able to make the X work for you! It is an awesome phone indeed.
I'm using mines in The Bahamas. Think I'm like the only or one of the only people to have one over here. This phone is just great, couldn't ask or anything better.
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cupioscire said:
So far, I have a fully working Moto X here in Germany and I have to say that this is the best phone over ever had (I came from a RAZR i).
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I live in Denmark, and bought the 1058 from Canada/Rogers - it uses the same GSM/LTEbands as we do here.
Unlocked bootloader, flashed several ROM's....everything is working perfectly.....really like it.
Coming from lots of Razr's og lately Oppo Find 5.
Could you list the languages possible to choose from system menu in your Eclipse?
St33l said:
Could you list the languages possible to choose from system menu in your Eclipse?
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English, French, German, Italian, Danish, Spanish, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, Polish, Finnish, Swedish, Turkish, Greek, Chinese, Korean
Link to eclipse ROM thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2521509
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RenSoAbrupt said:
I'm using mines in The Bahamas. Think I'm like the only or one of the only people to have one over here. This phone is just great, couldn't ask or anything better.
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Nah, you're not the only one but not too many people have it either, just like the Nexus 5.
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Nah, you're not the only one but not too many people have it either, just like the Nexus 5.
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Which is why I said or. I know a few people have the N5 no one who I've mey the Moto X. And those numbers are ever going to be high because Bahamians want to have what is advertise by BTC & on TV. Which is Samsung & Apple. Doubt anyone has the same looking Moto X as mines though, I could say that.
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RenSoAbrupt said:
Which is why I said or. I know a few people have the N5 no one who I've mey the Moto X. And those numbers are ever going to be high because Bahamians want to have what is advertise by BTC & on TV. Which is Samsung & Apple. Doubt anyone has the same looking Moto X as mines though, I could say that.
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You could say that, but expect Motos to be coming into stream this year.
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Even touchless control works now on German.
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Does google now just google what you are saying or can it recognize things to do?
Like, remember me to pick up brian today, who is Tom Cruise (and google now speaks, not only googles it), Navigate to achtungstrasse 32 etc?
I live in Sweden and I don't care about having the system language in english, hell, every phone I'v had the last 10 years was set that way.
The problem is saying swedish street names, swedish names, swedish stores etc.
I tried to set the language to swedish in the google now options menu and sure, it recognize swedish but it only googles it. None of the commands are working so I went back to english.
mavericktc said:
Does google now just google what you are saying or can it recognize things to do?
Like, remember me to pick up brian today, who is Tom Cruise (and google now speaks, not only googles it), Navigate to achtungstrasse 32 etc?
I live in Sweden and I don't care about having the system language in english, hell, every phone I'v had the last 10 years was set that way.
The problem is saying swedish street names, swedish names, swedish stores etc.
I tried to set the language to swedish in the google now options menu and sure, it recognize swedish but it only googles it. None of the commands are working so I went back to english.
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Many, but not all commands work in German. Most of the important things like navigate, reminders, alarms and many questions work. What doesn't work are conversions (units and currency), translations, "what's this song?" and a few knowledge questions among other things.
All this has nothing to do with the device though, it's solely a matter of Google Now.
jniklast said:
Many, but not all commands work in German. Most of the important things like navigate, reminders, alarms and many questions work. What doesn't work are conversions (units and currency), translations, "what's this song?" and a few knowledge questions among other things.
All this has nothing to do with the device though, it's solely a matter of Google Now.
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That's right. Important commands are working with speechoutput. Commands like conversion works, but without a spoken answer.
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Any luck flashing Germany retail ROM? Wonder if LTE works!
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zammi said:
Any luck flashing Germany retail ROM? Wonder if LTE works!
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German retail? Where can I get it?
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http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0
But look around for some info, tips before go ahead.
In case if radio doesn't work, you may have to reflash T-Mobile radio files.
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From which US reseller did you buy please? Did you also try/research to buy the Moto X Dev directly from Motorola US?
Why is everybody writing that the Moto X is the best phone? I am just curious, because I like it too and can't wait to see it in reality this Saturday in Germany. But performance / Benchmarks show that it is slower than the S4 Mini which I use at the the Moment, and nothing compared to the LG G2?!
yeticomes said:
From which US reseller did you buy please? Did you also try/research to buy the Moto X Dev directly from Motorola US?
Why is everybody writing that the Moto X is the best phone? I am just curious, because I like it too and can't wait to see it in reality this Saturday in Germany. But performance / Benchmarks show that it is slower than the S4 Mini which I use at the the Moment, and nothing compared to the LG G2?!
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Yeah benchmarks, getting this phone makes you realize that those don't compare to real world usage. Which is why the Moto X is blowing any and everyone away.
Moto X is Android smartphone done right. Not saying it beats every other flagship but it does more than what was suppose to be expected while holding it's ground.
It truly is a phone you would want to have and what to use. Also the customization option is great.
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yeticomes said:
From which US reseller did you buy please? Did you also try/research to buy the Moto X Dev directly from Motorola US?
Why is everybody writing that the Moto X is the best phone? I am just curious, because I like it too and can't wait to see it in reality this Saturday in Germany. But performance / Benchmarks show that it is slower than the S4 Mini which I use at the the Moment, and nothing compared to the LG G2?!
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I've bought it over eBay. It's a original moto x (designed and assembled in the USA). I've heard that the x's from outside the US are build in Asia, so..
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zammi said:
http://sbf.droid-developers.org/phone.php?device=0
But look around for some info, tips before go ahead.
In case if radio doesn't work, you may have to reflash T-Mobile radio files.
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Did anybody try to install this Retail firmware? Just got my Rogers 1058 Moto X & would like to use it like a german Moto X. I have to search if there is a thread about this firmware thing ... Things have changed since my ADP 1 :-/
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Hi,
I am currently a Milestone (running CM7) owner and am looking to transition to a faster more modern phone.
I don't like the "feel" of the Desire Z and REALLY need a slide out keyboard.
Here go a few "basic" questions that am hoping the regulars here can answer.
1)
Has anybody heard of plans for a MS2 that works on the 850/1900 3G+ bands typically used by ATT/Rogers/Telus/Bell in North America (and a few other providers around the world. I would even accept rumors at this point...
I don't want to end up with EDGE connectivity on an imported phone.
2)
What is the state of ROMs and Devs for this phone. I could not find much in the dev section. Is anything available? Is anything secretly in the works?
3) Are people happy with the "feel" and build quality of the phone? I am pretty rough on my devices so I need something solid (Gorilla glass and solid keyboard are NECESSARY).
Thanks
1. I think ppl in Brazil are on 850/1900 3G+ type bands and they are able to use 3G on this phone, so I believe the answer should be yes.
Though some1 from that region (or some1 using this phone in US) can confirm..
2. There is one custom ROM right now: Argen2Stone by santiemanuel. You can check about it in dev section. mikevhl and owain are trying to build another ROM. Plus we had some initial interest from Angdroid for Fission but haven't had any updates from him of late.
3. I'm pretty happy with the build quality of the phone (it ain't light though, but then thats what makes the feel solid and sturdy). There are no scratches on my phone screen till now and I have been using it for almost four months and I don't use any covers for it.
Hope thats of some use..
sahilarora911 said:
1. I think ppl in Brazil are on 850/1900 3G+ type bands and they are able to use 3G on this phone, so I believe the answer should be yes.
Though some1 from that region (or some1 using this phone in US) can confirm..
2. There is one custom ROM right now: Argen2Stone by santiemanuel. You can check about it in dev section. mikevhl and owain are trying to build another ROM. Plus we had some initial interest from Angdroid for Fission but haven't had any updates from him of late.
3. I'm pretty happy with the build quality of the phone (it ain't light though, but then thats what makes the feel solid and sturdy). There are no scratches on my phone screen till now and I have been using it for almost four months and I don't use any covers for it.
Hope thats of some use..
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That was of great use. Thanks.
I will check out the local carriers in brazil and am greatly reassured about build quality. My MS1 is heavy but, like you said, that is the reason i love it.
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Plus there is a baseband switcher app (i.e. if you are planning to purchase the phone from say Europe) which switches the baseband from 900/1800 to 850/1900 and vice versa.
It is available on this forum in the dev section as well.
sahilarora911 said:
Plus there is a baseband switcher app (i.e. if you are planning to purchase the phone from say Europe) which switches the baseband from 900/1800 to 850/1900 and vice versa.
It is available on this forum in the dev section as well.
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Really? Are you certain what this app does? To my knowlege, motorola does not include the hardware to do this, except on PRO versions of phones. On the Milestone 1, such apps are used to switch euro roms to north american baseband...but not euro phones to north american 3g.
But my Q9h pro used to work in this way, so i will take a look. Thxx for the tip.
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Caz666 said:
Really? Are you certain what this app does? To my knowlege, motorola does not include the hardware to do this, except on PRO versions of phones. On the Milestone 1, such apps are used to switch euro roms to north american baseband...but not euro phones to north american 3g.
But my Q9h pro used to work in this way, so i will take a look. Thxx for the tip.
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I believe it won't work with 3G on T-mobile.. That uses 1700 base AWS for GSM. The baseband app only switches between 900/1800 and 850/1900.. Those are the radios that Milestone 2 has I guess..
Thats the extent of my knowledge.
This is pretty sweet if true. I could not find the app in the dev section, but i am now on vacation and have limited time for research.
I dont need tmo...just something thhat gives me 3g or more on ATT and Rogers.
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So i have my nexus 7 and it runs fine... got a rom on it.. no problems at all..
but i just bought a second one that i plan on giving to family in russia when i go visit them next week...
being a US user, i have never had any issues using the device but i am wondering how i can make it fully compatible for use in Russia...
the obvious answer is to choose russian as the language during setup but thats not enough... half the things are still written in english and all music shown is american...
what can i do to make it better capable for use in russia?
thanks
davidmargolin said:
So i have my nexus 7 and it runs fine... got a rom on it.. no problems at all..
but i just bought a second one that i plan on giving to family in russia when i go visit them next week...
being a US user, i have never had any issues using the device but i am wondering how i can make it fully compatible for use in Russia...
the obvious answer is to choose russian as the language during setup but thats not enough... half the things are still written in english and all music shown is american...
what can i do to make it better capable for use in russia?
thanks
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I know CyanogenMod has great translation support built into the rom and constantly updated.
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BlackFire27 said:
I know CyanogenMod has great translation support built into the rom and constantly updated.
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im afraid of putting on a custom rom as they are not "technologically concious" and wont be able to figure out how to update when google brings out klp or another version of android
That was quick. Way to go Google!
http://9to5google.com/2013/12/19/android-4-4-2-kitkat-to-begin-rolling-out-to-the-moto-g-today/
"Android KitKat Comes to Moto G - Our KitKat family is expanding! When we launched Moto G last month, we committed to delivering Android, KitKat, to devices by early 2014. We are thrilled to start delivering on that promise early. Starting today, we are rolling out Android 4.4.2 to Moto G phones bought on Motorola.com or Amazon.com in the U.S. KitKat will come to other Moto G carriers and regions soon as well. This latest version of Android brings some cool new features, including printing emails and photos from your phone."
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Lol ginx
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And before moto x. Rock on Google
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Can't wait. That was really fast, I thought they would announce it around January of the rollout.
DoobyDroid said:
Lol ginx
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And before moto x. Rock on Google
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They're doing a super job. In the little time I've had this, I've really noticed the little things such as their Xmas boot animation. I'm aware that some don't like it, but I think most will like the little touch of 'class'. Personally, I'd like to see them really surprise me with a Superbowl or BCS bowl animation but I recognize that will only appeal to a few.
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Nice, although note:
This Moto G software update is for all Global GSM and US GSM models purchased online in the United States
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So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
Can't wait for the kitkat performance improvements
Moto Gee :-¢
ghtop said:
Nice, although note:
So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
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It's almost like Motorola is a US company or something!
I wouldn't worry too much unless you got one of the phones tied to a carrier. It'll come in time.
Yes and I just got my phone today from FedEx. Can't wait to receive the update!
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NoNameAtAll said:
It's almost like Motorola is a US company or something!
I wouldn't worry too much unless you got one of the phones tied to a carrier. It'll come in time.
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Heh I'm not worried, everything always comes in time ... Motorola obviously didn't launch the phone in the US and I'm just interested in the turnaround since then from the planned US launch in January. It's been a bit irritating to see all the 16GB stock suddenly appear in the US when it's been hard to get any in the UK, not to mention accessories ... anyway, off-topic.
kitkat4.4.2
Can't we just flash the phone with stock US then do the update ???
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Can't we just flash the phone with stock US then do the update ???
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Hopefully. I've just flashed Blur_Version.14.14.16.falcon_umts.Retail.en.US over a UK moto G
It gave some warnings during the flash process but worked ok. Not sure though which will upgrade to KitKat first this or Blur_Version.14.14.16.falcon_umts.AWSRetail.en.US
My brother's phone just got the update. I'm searching for a way to retrieve the update, but if anyone knows how to get at it without root or anything, let me know and I'll upload it.
XT1034 US GSM by the way.
NoNameAtAll said:
My brother's phone just got the update. I'm searching for a way to retrieve the update, but if anyone knows how to get at it without root or anything, let me know and I'll upload it.
XT1034 US GSM by the way.
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Can you ask him about the quality of camera app in kitkat, is that better than what we have so far
gunnroseclose said:
Can you ask him about the quality of camera app in kitkat, is that better than what we have so far
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...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Yeah, installing for him and give us some feedback about the camera quality in 4.4 really appreciate
NoNameAtAll said:
...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Just install it lol. Plenty more people here will start to get the update by the end of this month. You might as well give feedback on how it performs.
Update for Moto G in india
My Moto G(From US) will be shipped to me by 24th,
Can anyone tell me how to update it from india (Proxy Servers etc!!!).
Thanks and regards.
NoNameAtAll said:
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Sure you can...!
Take for example the RootExplorer, browse to /cache/ and copy the file to SD card, even without root!
shaftenberg said:
Sure you can...!
Take for example the RootExplorer, browse to /cache/ and copy the file to SD card, even without root!
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I tried with Root Explorer, but it still didn't let me. Probably due to lacking root permissions.
Sorry folks.
ghtop said:
Nice, although note:
So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
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What if I told you, that you can use roms?
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Those who got the update share your review here
I think american users must be still asleep?
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I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
davwman said:
I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
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0_0. ALL EYES ON YOU 0_0
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As they should be.
Moto Gee :-¢
davwman said:
I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
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i tried the guide which helped you flash the us sw on the EU version of the device, and it worked. I was running the US version for 1 day, tried updating, nothing worked, i kept it for about 26 hrs and no update popped up, i would've pulled the update and uploaded it. Now i returned to the EU version so i can benefit from the update when it rolls our for the EU versions. I can't say i'm disappointed, moto G is an awesome device, cant wait for january
I'll give my impressions once I actually get KitKat. I pre-ordered the US GSM model direct from Motorola, and I live right smack dab in the middle of the USA.....no update yet. =(
Improvements in camera ?
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
bharath78910 said:
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
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I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
bharath78910 said:
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
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The camera is much faster and the pictures seem to come out sharper with better focus.
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just updated
phone seems to be a little bit snappier. but cant really compare yet as i just got the phone today, and updated after unlocking the BL and root. also i think a new addition in the cloud print option. camera is way better than JB (rear)
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PottsyNZ said:
I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
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The camera is most certainly improved with KitKat. The pictures seems to be much sharper than before.
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PottsyNZ said:
I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
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Nice try. There is nothing wrong with the camera hardware in this phone. There has been some sort of aggressive software filter that blurred the photos in 4.3 but it is fixed in kitkat. Perhaps you should see for yourself next time.
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Anyone got before-after pictures to compare?
I have a XT1033 and after updating to kitkat I got no SIM signal..
So, got back to 4.3...
Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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The always listening feature is Moto X only, unless i dont understand what you are asking for
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endesmus said:
Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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I believe that if you get the GEL (Google Experience Launcher), it should work.
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I believe that if you get the GEL (Google Experience Launcher), it should work.
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Thanks it works now but not when the phone is inactive (black screen). I heard that Moto X can wake up at "OK Google" even when inactive, and I was hoping installing Kitkat would introduce this feature to Moto G, but I suppose I was wrong.
Thanks anyway!
^^that is MOTO X *ONLY* feature known as Touchless controls, which uses special X8 core on soc to always listen from you
However devs will never sit quitely
We have Open Mic+ and Utter!
Try those apps.
Does anyone else notice their phone using British English in apps like Maps and Google Play despite your phone being set to English Canada? Words like personalization spelled with an S, and words like Motorways within Google Maps?
I just checked my friends S7 and same issue. Looks like Samsung has messed up English Canada.
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Does anyone else notice their phone using British English in apps like Maps and Google Play despite your phone being set to English Canada? Words like personalization spelled with an S, and words like Motorways within Google Maps?
I just checked my friends S7 and same issue. Looks like Samsung has messed up English Canada.
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British English and American are used in Canada. It's just Americanisation has taken over in Canada.
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British English and American are used in Canada. It's just Americanisation has taken over in Canada.
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We don't use the word motorway or spell certain words like they do in UK. Basically Samsung has messed up their version of English Canada.
I did report the issue to Samsung. We'll see what they say.
WorldIRC said:
We don't use the word motorway or spell certain words like they do in UK. Basically Samsung has messed up their version of English Canada.
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I don't know Canuckistanisms but I'll take your word for that. Just that u and s is used in Canada. It used to be the standard.
russ18uk said:
I don't know Canuckistanisms but I'll take your word for that. Just that u and s is used in Canada. It used to be the standard.
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We use U, but we spell it personalized with a Z.
We call it a highway, not a motorway.
Samsung messed up
Has anyone noticed an update for this? I too don't like seeing "motorway" or "Petrol Station" in various apps, however, I have to use English Canada as a phone language so that my Android Wear watch shows me the weather in Celsius.
Hope Samsung fixes this soon, otherwise the upcoming pixel xl 2 might be my next device.
coutoj said:
Has anyone noticed an update for this? I too don't like seeing "motorway" or "Petrol Station" in various apps, however, I have to use English Canada as a phone language so that my Android Wear watch shows me the weather in Celsius.
Hope Samsung fixes this soon, otherwise the upcoming pixel xl 2 might be my next device.
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I'm actually getting a mix of both English variants in Google Maps now. In the search bar, I still see petrol machines and cash machines, but under "Explore" it shows Gas Stations, ATMs, etc... I wish Samsung / Google would address this already.