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Hey friends I would like to know which smartphone is better compared to battery life, camera, updates and over all performance and why?,
If you plan on unlocking the bootloader, but want to keep the factory warranty get the OPT. If you don't care about the warranty or you don't plan on unlocking the bootloader, then get the Moto X Style. I personally have the OPT, but that was just because of my great experience with the OPO. I was rather disappointed though. If I could do it all over again, I would have gotten the Nexus 6P or the Moto X Style.
I've been having some random freezing on my OPT. Mainly when pulling down the notification drawer. Pretty annoying to me, especially when my OPO still runs like a dream! OxygenOS isn't mature enough to be a widely used daily driver yet IMO.
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If you plan on unlocking the bootloader, but want to keep the factory warranty get the OPT. If you don't care about the warranty or you don't plan on unlocking the bootloader, then get the Moto X Style. I personally have the OPT, but that was just because of my great experience with the OPO. I was rather disappointed though. If I could do it all over again, I would have gotten the Nexus 6P or the Moto X Style.
I've been having some random freezing on my OPT. Mainly when pulling down the notification drawer. Pretty annoying to me, especially when my OPO still runs like a dream! OxygenOS isn't mature enough to be a widely used daily driver yet IMO.
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Okay.. Well lemme ask you something. If we unlock the bootloader in Moto X and then if we lock it back, don't you think we can get the warranty...? Something like we usually do in old days.
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Okay.. Well lemme ask you something. If we unlock the bootloader in Moto X and then if we lock it back, don't you think we can get the warranty...? Something like we usually do in old days.
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I wouldn't count on that solution. You might could consider getting something like a 3rd party accidental warranty. That should keep it covered even if you unlock the bootloader.
Considering the camera which one would be better?
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Considering the camera which one would be better?
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They're both very good. Pretty much interchangeable. After owning the op2 for about 5 months now I can't express enough how terribly I want a moto x. I've had quite a few problems with this phone, if you don't plan on rooting than the moto x is the easy winner
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They're both very good. Pretty much interchangeable. After owning the op2 for about 5 months now I can't express enough how terribly I want a moto x. I've had quite a few problems with this phone, if you don't plan on rooting than the moto x is the easy winner
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I got one more phone which I really looking forward - LG G4
Had the Moto X Style before and like the OPT more.
I have OPT. I rooted it, installed a bunch of xposed modules and whatnot. Never had any significant problems with it. Performance (antutu score is way better than Moto X) and battery life are great (GSam reports 5:45 SOT). Also consider the fact that a 64GB Moto X costs at least $100 more than OPT. There only two factors where Moto X excels: quick charging and screen resolution.
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I have OPT. I rooted it, installed a bunch of xposed modules and whatnot. Never had any significant problems with it. Performance (antutu score is way better than Moto X) and battery life are great (GSam reports 5:45 SOT). Also consider the fact that a 64GB Moto X costs at least $100 more than OPT. There only two factors where Moto X excels: quick charging and screen resolution.
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Screen resolution is debatable, less battery, less performance and working on adreno 418... That's a choice, not a pro, personally i love that Oneplus 2 has a FullHD display and not a QHD, i could bought LG G4, Moto x pure, or whatever 500uds or less. I decided Oneplus 2 and im very happy with my decisión. Thanks god i didnt belive the overheating rumors, they are exagerated, my nexus 5 got hotter.
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I got one more phone which I really looking forward - LG G4
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I was between the same devices. My decisión was LG G4 or Oneplus 2. Moto X it was my third choice.
I choose the op2 because of this:
-Full HD screen : more battery and less GPU demanding
-SoC: 810 vs 808. That means ram lpddr4 vs lpddr3, adreno 418 (qHD) vs adreno 430 (FHD).
About heating, because of the rumors oneplus throttle the devices too fast, if you edited the thermal file with boeffla kernel you could have awesome performance, for more info about throttle pm me.
-Fingerprint scanner.
-XDA community, not too much for no but it will grow up. Oneplus is contacting devs from XDA, that must be a good thing.
-Capacitive buttons, so it does not take space from the screen
-Alert slider is useful, but lg g4 volume buttons are very nice too.
-4gb vs 3gb, its not a real life difference but maybe it will be.
EDIT:- Better battery life. 3300mah vs 3000mah, also fhd vs qhd must make a difference.
About nfc, for almost 2 years i never use it on my nexus 5, so its not a problem for me.
Hope you can decide for the best, come with us :fingers-crossed:
About heat: The Moto X felt a lot warmer than my OPT
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About heat: The Moto X felt a lot warmer than my OPT
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I heard a lot about it
Me too, I've been wavering between OP2 and X Style for 1 month, view all youtube videos about those phones, borrow my friends'
Then OP2 was my final decision, and I don't regret about it
There's no better phones over others, just this phone is suitable for you than the others
In details:
OP2 vs X Style
Screen: FullHD 5.5" is enough
RAM: 4GB vs 3GB
CPU: 810 v2.1 vs 808
Storage: 64GB is enough for me, but X Style has an expandable slot
VGA: Adreno 430 vs Adreno 418
Sensors: Fingerprint scanner, doubletap2wake, Gyroscope.. I don't need Moto Voice or Moto Ambient Display
Battery: 3300 mAh vs 3000 mAh
This is just my humble opinions about OP2's strength, of course there're lots of pros of X Style that maybe suitable for you, for example NFC, quick charging, slightly better camera, durable brand name Motorola,...
I'm a fanboy of Motorola, but sorry Moto, my decision this time is OP2 =)
And the decision was...?
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LG G4
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Im in love with the UI and Camera. I used Nexus phones and OPO before. Total new experience with this..
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With the release of the LG V20 just around the corner and it's showing earlier this week, is anyone jumping from the G5 to the V20? I really like the new design and having Android Nougat out of the box. Looks like I'm definitely switching once it releases. What are your thoughts?
I don't really feel the need to. Using android devices since eclair - and the G5 really hits the "sweet spot" as far as hardware/performance is concerned. I don't even mind that root hasn't been achieved for the variant I own. There really isn't anything with v20 that to me, warrants upgrading to it. And we will be getting nougat/7 soon enough. I'll probably be perfectly happy riding out the next two years with the G5.
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For the rich guys, they'll probably do. I'm just a college student and got rewarded with this phone because of the honors I got. I'm very happy and satisfied with my G5 and will probably use it for the next 1 1/2 years. The V20 is indeed great, the design is a whole lot better but it doesn't make me regret my G5. The G5 is very good, but LG failed to make more modules. Apart from that, the phone without any modules already works great. I just hope LG will bring Nougat fast.
I don't even find reason to update to v20, G5 is fast smooth with great camera, removable battery, micro SD and will get nougat faster than any other oem.
Tell you the truth I don't find any reason to update to any phone.
I don't really see a reason to upgrade unless it's a bigger screen you want. That alone doesn't really warrant an upgrade (for me anyways). the guy above me said what I have as well, the G5 has hit a sweet spot for me. Although root hasn't been achieved yet for my variant, I still am in love with this phone.
V20 is a G5 with 5,7" and a better audio chip.
Just if you need/want big screen. Otherwise they're pretty much the same phone.
V20 is too wide for me to use single handed and disappointed the battery isnt going to be 4000ma
After having lg g3, g2, and nexus5, I truly miss having root....
I think I will be moving on to one of those refurbished note 7s or just take a oneplus 3 since they both have root and great dev community.
Op3 camera is slightly worse and not sdcard but daytime pix and very close to g5 and with 64gb built in that should be ample to all my needs.
Already posted my g5 on CL.
Very good phone but doesn't fit my needs.
I might, have to see some reviews first and actually hold one. I am with T-Mobile, my phone was a note 5 that had some charging issues. I called to exchange for another and the rep suggested using my score upgrade, getting the g5 and keeping my note, which I did but even with its limited charging ability(only charges wirelessly) I still find myself using the note every couple days. The g5 is just a tad too small for my liking. I think I'll go Nexus or v20, depending on real world impressions. The g5 is nice, nice enough that it will make a great upgrade for my wife coming from the g3.
What is everyone's views about the secondary screen, audio recording enhancements, and the camera/video? Just a gimmick or worth it?
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What is everyone's views about the secondary screen, audio recording enhancements, and the camera/video? Just a gimmick or worth it?
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Maybe check out some video about device on youtube? Whats the use of speculation here
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Maybe check out some video about device on youtube? Whats the use of speculation here
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I have, I'm just asking if that would be a factor in people deciding to switch or not.. This is just a open end discussion. I'm currently using the G5 and of course one size doesn't fit all but it's just to share people's opinions so other can make a decision to switch if they feel like they want to upgrade or not
The V20 is basically an oversized G5 with better audio quality.
Same performance,display,camera.....
I haven't really looked into the v20 tbh. I [email protected] g5 The two lg phones I've had were great, and I love them. (G3, G5) Both of mine ran/run hot though. Either I have really bad luck or lg needs to look at their thermal controls. I might move to another device after I pay off my g5, but I'll always hang onto it.
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The V20 is basically an oversized G5 with better audio quality.
Same performance,display,camera.....
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Exactly... and is the Audio quailty worth another £500 on top of what your paying for your G5.... I think not.... However, Im in the UK, so we wont even get to see it.. Unless its imported, but will it support the UKs GSM and UTMS bands
I don't. It's too big for me. And for the music I use iBasso DX80.
The reason of why I chose the G5 over all the available smartphones is because of it's "little" 5.3" screen (+hardware + removable battery + IR Blaster + Dual camera). No thank you I'm not interested in a big 5.9" screen .
External speaker,what about it??
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Anyone know how this is gonna sound/compare to the LG G5 with DAC module ?
LG G5 is a hot smartphone. its a modern marvel
lg g5 is packed with latest hardware and features. One does not need to move on to upcoming ones without need. see our review on g5. Mathew, choozurmobiledotcom
Quick question. Is it worth getting a G4 Plus or G5 Plus and replacing a Galaxy S5? The S5 has had it's bootloader cracked and is now unlockable if you have the right version of it. The Specs on the S5 seem to be a bit better than the G4 or G5 plus, but I like the features of Moto's. This device would be for my sister, who is in no way a power user. I do all her technical stuff for her. One advantage of the Moto's is they will be updated to Nougat where as the S5 will be done at MM, I think. Secondly the unlocking of the Moto bootloader is crazy simple and the S5 is a bit more involved. Any opinions are appreciated. Thank you.
Go for a Nokia 6 or G5 plus.
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Go for a Nokia 6 or G5 plus.
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I would wait until tests of both devices are published.
Galaxy s5 is seriously an aged device with ****tiest UI on top and lags ****! Even moto E is better in ui performance than it! Better get the g5+ variant! Releasing on March 17th
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Galaxy s5 is seriously an aged device with ****tiest UI on top and lags ****! Even moto E is better in ui performance than it! Better get the g5+ variant! Releasing on March 17th
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I agree, but the Spec's on the older SG5 are not the bad compared to the G5 Plus. It's not like the G5 Plus totally destroys the SG5. I do like the clean Moto interface and the Moto actions. Biometric unlocking is cool too. I am leaning towards the G5 Plus but wanted to see what others thought as well.
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I agree, but the Spec's on the older SG5 are not the bad compared to the G5 Plus. It's not like the G5 Plus totally destroys the SG5. I do like the clean Moto interface and the Moto actions. Biometric unlocking is cool too. I am leaning towards the G5 Plus but wanted to see what others thought as well.
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I really wouldn't get an S5 unless new. The majority of S5s out there are refurbs or used, and even then they cost upwards of $200. IF you CAN get it new for under $200, pick one up. Custom ROMs are aplenty for it and it has better hardware than the G4/G5 (SD801, better camera, waterproofing, etc.).
The G5 should get Android O later this year, even given Lenovo's spotty track record on updates.
The G4 won't get O unless through custom ROMs.
Age also matters. I would say that the G5 would be a little better durability wise given its metal construction, but I also don't know how old your sister is.
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I really wouldn't get an S5 unless new. The majority of S5s out there are refurbs or used, and even then they cost upwards of $200. IF you CAN get it new for under $200, pick one up. Custom ROMs are aplenty for it and it has better hardware than the G4/G5 (SD801, better camera, waterproofing, etc.).
The G5 should get Android O later this year, even given Lenovo's spotty track record on updates.
The G4 won't get O unless through custom ROMs.
Age also matters. I would say that the G5 would be a little better durability wise given its metal construction, but I also don't know how old your sister is.
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My original post might have been confusing, she currently has the S5. We are considering getting her the G5 Plus. She is not techie and wouldn't benefit in any way from a custom ROM. She wouldn't know how to do anything with custom firmware.
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My original post might have been confusing, she currently has the S5. We are considering getting her the G5 Plus. She is not techie and wouldn't benefit in any way from a custom ROM. She wouldn't know how to do anything with custom firmware.
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Ah OK, makes sense. Yeah, then I would go with the G5 Plus.
Personally, I think Lenovo dropped the ball with the Plus as the standard G has a removable back and battery, while the Plus does not.
The G4 has a removable back, and while it technically does not have a removable battery it can be removed with a few screws, connectors, and battery adhesive. So, in the long run, I would definitely prefer the G4.
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Ah OK, makes sense. Yeah, then I would go with the G5 Plus.
Personally, I think Lenovo dropped the ball with the Plus as the standard G has a removable back and battery, while the Plus does not.
The G4 has a removable back, and while it technically does not have a removable battery it can be removed with a few screws, connectors, and battery adhesive. So, in the long run, I would definitely prefer the G4.
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It is nice that the G4 has a removable battery, but I like the specs of the G5 Plus a bit more. She will upgrade her phone again in 2 years or so anyway. If the battery can't last that long then I'm done with Moto. We will keep the S5 as a backup and I plan on unlocking the boot loader if she has the version that is unlockable.
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it looks like the galaxy S5 is still getting security patches from Samsung. I am not sure about the G5 plus. Does anyone know how much longer the Galaxy S5 will get security patches for? Thanks
Like the title says am I crazy? I've owned just about every flagship you can think about in the United States save for the G6 and S8 and just want something different. My Moto x 2013 was one of my favorite devices because of the size, fluidity of UI, twist to open camera, great battery life, near stock Android. What do you guys think will I regret switching to G5 Plus 4gb?
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moto g5 plus higher specs all good ratings
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i think you can switch
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Like the title says am I crazy? I've owned just about every flagship you can think about in the United States save for the G6 and S8 and just want something different. My Moto x 2013 was one of my favorite devices because of the size, fluidity of UI, twist to open camera, great battery life, near stock Android. What do you guys think will I regret switching to G5 Plus 4gb?
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Hope you should be fine with slow or no updates. Samsung pushes security updates frequently, while Moto comes last after the Lenovo take over. If you are fine with this limitation, then you are good to buy Moto G5 Pls.
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Like the title says am I crazy? I've owned just about every flagship you can think about in the United States save for the G6 and S8 and just want something different. My Moto x 2013 was one of my favorite devices because of the size, fluidity of UI, twist to open camera, great battery life, near stock Android. What do you guys think will I regret switching to G5 Plus 4gb?
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Before switching to moto g5 plus i owned galaxy s6 becuase of stock android i love moto g5 but i miss s6 screen and audio quality.
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Like the title says am I crazy? I've owned just about every flagship you can think about in the United States save for the G6 and S8 and just want something different. My Moto x 2013 was one of my favorite devices because of the size, fluidity of UI, twist to open camera, great battery life, near stock Android. What do you guys think will I regret switching to G5 Plus 4gb?
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I switched from s7e to g5+.
I feels better in hand....
But ui.....freaking slow..
Like i replaced launcher with Nova launcher.
To feel little better...
But most...Autobrightness sucks alot....i mean that alot.....u will geel like wtf is wrong with it
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I switched from s7e to g5+.
I feels better in hand....
But ui.....freaking slow..
Like i replaced launcher with Nova launcher.
To feel little better...
But most...Autobrightness sucks alot....i mean that alot.....u will geel like wtf is wrong with it
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Your G5+ is slow??
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Your G5+ is slow??
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Comparing to my s7e .....offcourse
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Comparing to my s7e .....offcourse
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And i hate that stock keyboard on g5 .....samsung keyboard is best ...i have ever used.. !!!
love00054 said:
Comparing to my s7e .....offcourse
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And i hate that stock keyboard on g5 .....samsung keyboard is best ...i have ever used.. !!!
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You have something wrong with your G5+ if your S7e is faster... As far as keyboard I use Gboard for all devices but thats a personal preference
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You have something wrong with your G5+ if your S7e is faster... As far as keyboard I use Gboard for all devices but thats a personal preference
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How can u compare sd 625 with flagship exynos....
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How can u compare sd 625 with flagship exynos....
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How can you compare stock Android to Samsungs bloat? iPhones with lower specs are faster then Android phones with higher specs because of sofrware optimization. A phone with stock Android will always be faster then a skinned one. Also the 625 is quite the performer.
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How can you compare stock Android to Samsungs bloat? iPhones with lower specs are faster then Android phones with higher specs because of sofrware optimization. A phone with stock Android will always be faster then a skinned one. Also the 625 is quite the performer.
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Bro do u have s7e ....i have ...i can feell ....n there is is huge difference btw touch response....
One thing more g5plus ...feels fragile..,on The other hand s7e has a harder digitizer...i feel it
I think it's the difference of gorilla glass
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Bro do u have s7e ....i have ...i can feell ....n there is is huge difference btw touch response....
One thing more g5plus ...feels fragile..,on The other hand s7e has a harder digitizer...i feel it
I think it's the difference of gorilla glass
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Yes I have the S7 edge. And I have owned almost every flagship service since the Samsung Instinct. Yes the screen is much nicer on the S7 that's a given
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Like the title says am I crazy? I've owned just about every flagship you can think about in the United States save for the G6 and S8 and just want something different. My Moto x 2013 was one of my favorite devices because of the size, fluidity of UI, twist to open camera, great battery life, near stock Android. What do you guys think will I regret switching to G5 Plus 4gb?
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Unless you are a heavy phone gamer, or you require your phone to have samsung pay/android pay for mobile payments(In the US as the G5 PLUS US version does not have NFC) then I see no reason why you will regret the decision to go to a G5 Plus. It is a solid phone, and decent specs.
Points though you will notice that the screen on the Moto G5 Plus is not as vibrant as the S7 Edge. No NFC in the US version of the phone as stated before, but if you can live with those 2 issues and the fact motorola still needs better camera software (but there are other apps that do a better job on the play store if you take a lot of pictures) the G5 Plus is a solid phone. I have an S7 Edge myself just got it 2 weeks ago switching to T-Mobile. but I just purchased a G5 Plus 4GB ram/64 GB storage amazon variant for my mother in law and have been playing with it the last day setting it up for her. I like the G5 Plus...it reminds me alot of what the Moto X 2013 phone was and it feels good in the hands even with a tpu case on it(diztronic) I think it will be a great phone for Motorola if they will support the software on it for more than 7.1 update.
I just got mine up and running. Came over from an S6. Very happy so far. Tomorrow starts the battery life tests.
The speed of the animation can be adjusted in the developer settings. You should change this to 0.5x for the 3 parts, reboot. Then your phone should be feeling fast
I've been on the lookout for a new phone. I've been generally thinking of getting an previous generation flagship (LG G5 / S7). I'm leaning more towards LG because it's generally cheaper and has better development. A used LG can be found for a similar price to a new moto g5. So I was just curious as to what you all thought how the Moto G5 (plus) compares to the LG G5 in terms of performance and maybe camera. Those are generally the two most important things to me right now. I know the LG has some build issues so I'm also a little hesitant about picking it up.
I'll probably float in the forums for awhile to see how development goes to make a final decision, but I'm also curious about how you all speculate development will be for the g5 plus.
DO NOT GET AN LG G5! I came from one the battery is very poor and performance is not that great.
This phone lasts me 2 days with medium usage. Performs great and has a better camera. I'm actually still paying on a lease for the g5, I hated it so much that I just decided to eat my mistake and buy this phone.
No regrets. Get this phone!
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DO NOT GET AN LG G5! I came from one the battery is very poor and performance is not that great.
This phone lasts me 2 days with medium usage. Performs great and has a better camera. I'm actually still paying on a lease for the g5, I hated it so much that I just decided to eat my mistake and buy this phone.
No regrets. Get this phone!
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just curious, are you using the 2gb or 4gb version?
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just curious, are you using the 2gb or 4gb version?
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I'm on the 4gb
I can only suggest you stay away from LG right now and possibly for the next few years... there is an active lawsuit that is going on because of bad soldering material that after 6-18 months time your phone is nearly guaranteed to bootloop.
The lawsuit includes: G3, G4, G5, V10, V10, Nexus 5 (and possibly more coming) ... but all of these phones after about a years usage are prone to bootlooping.