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Yeah, that's pretty much what happened.
cuevas. PhD.
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Switched from Motorola to a primeco phone
(Re-posted from Android-GAF)
Today seems to be the first day of Moto X's huge marketing campaign.
Walking through Penn Station this morning, Moto X ads were spattered across TV screens.
I remembered watching Erin Andrews' energy drink billboard being removed yesterday, so I took a quick detour and LO AND BEHOLD!
Today seems to be the first day of Moto X's huge marketing campaign.
Walking through Penn Station this morning, Moto X ads were spattered across TV screens.
I remembered watching Erin Andrews' energy drink billboard being removed yesterday, so I took a quick detour and LO AND BEHOLD!
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Great review. It's a damn shame the Moto Maker website hasn't been live the last 2 weeks. People would have been sharing their creations all over the place.
Heck, I just want to make something! Like when the first Nike sneaker customizer first came out!
Too bad the camera is disappointing like the rest of Motorola's phones. I do like the size of the phone though.
I feel like a software update will fix the camera saturation issues. I'm staying tuned.
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This is fun to mess with.
TBH I like the white front faces better. Makes it look lighter and newer.
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Ephemeris
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Hmmm.
Key Lime Pie, coming in days*.
cuevas. PhD.
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I just went into an att store to look at this baby and I had was the one telling the sales rep about it. Smh, and they couldn't even sell me one because he thought the phone didn't even come out for a week.
He said he prefered the s4 over everything so he's clearly an idiot.
He said he prefered the s4 over everything so he's clearly an idiot.
I just add a month to their estimate.
cuevas. PhD.
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that looks pretty boss
Kinda wish they would have different color options for the front too.
Yeah you can, I don't think there are any differences between the google play version and other versions.
Cross posting from Android OT...
Got my hair cut. There is an AT&T store that is only a few buildings down from the barber shop. I decided to go in and play around with their new toys.
It's much smaller than I though it would be. This is perfect for new folks who think Android devices are too big. I'm totally satisfied with my Galaxy S4, so this is a bit small for my liking. However, the Moto X is a nice entry point for those making the jump from an iPhone or any old phone really. I'm a fan of AOSP based ROMs. This is as pure and legit as it gets, so of course, I felt right at home (I run CM 10.2 on my GS4). The UI was snappy and performance was very smooth. I was under the impression that the Moto X came pre-installed with 4.3, but as the photo shows, that unit was running 4.2.2. Huh....Anyway, the device itself is smooth, light and very comfortable. I think the camera UI is overly minimalistic. You have to really explore it and figure things out. The interface and feature set (for the camera, not overall) feel underdeveloped. As photo IQ itself is serviceable. Nothing special. Since the screen is smaller, I do feel a bit cramped and had a hard time touching the right icons. But that's just me. Again, I'm used to larger phones. Unlike Samsung, though a bit too stiff, Motorola was smart to put the volume and power buttons on the same side. In this case, they're all on the right. As for the Active Notifcations....Well, since it was a demo unit, I couldn't really test it out. Maybe it was due to the lack of actual pending notifications but unlocking the device was annoying. Maybe I'm just hardwired into my own habits but it took me a while to figure out how to bypass the initial notification screen to then be allowed to actually use the unlock icon. It was odd. I don't know.It's a shame that the "woven" back isn't textured. It would have been nice if it was made out of some kind of rubbery bumpy material. It would make it easier to hold, plus it would look and feel cool. Oh well, no big deal.
All in all, it's a solid device, but nothing mind blowing. It's a great phone for those who are new to Android or those who have an outdated device. If you're currently using something from the last 12 months or so, wait for something better. The Moto X is good but not amazing.
Got my hair cut. There is an AT&T store that is only a few buildings down from the barber shop. I decided to go in and play around with their new toys.
It's much smaller than I though it would be. This is perfect for new folks who think Android devices are too big. I'm totally satisfied with my Galaxy S4, so this is a bit small for my liking. However, the Moto X is a nice entry point for those making the jump from an iPhone or any old phone really. I'm a fan of AOSP based ROMs. This is as pure and legit as it gets, so of course, I felt right at home (I run CM 10.2 on my GS4). The UI was snappy and performance was very smooth. I was under the impression that the Moto X came pre-installed with 4.3, but as the photo shows, that unit was running 4.2.2. Huh....Anyway, the device itself is smooth, light and very comfortable. I think the camera UI is overly minimalistic. You have to really explore it and figure things out. The interface and feature set (for the camera, not overall) feel underdeveloped. As photo IQ itself is serviceable. Nothing special. Since the screen is smaller, I do feel a bit cramped and had a hard time touching the right icons. But that's just me. Again, I'm used to larger phones. Unlike Samsung, though a bit too stiff, Motorola was smart to put the volume and power buttons on the same side. In this case, they're all on the right. As for the Active Notifcations....Well, since it was a demo unit, I couldn't really test it out. Maybe it was due to the lack of actual pending notifications but unlocking the device was annoying. Maybe I'm just hardwired into my own habits but it took me a while to figure out how to bypass the initial notification screen to then be allowed to actually use the unlock icon. It was odd. I don't know.It's a shame that the "woven" back isn't textured. It would have been nice if it was made out of some kind of rubbery bumpy material. It would make it easier to hold, plus it would look and feel cool. Oh well, no big deal.
All in all, it's a solid device, but nothing mind blowing. It's a great phone for those who are new to Android or those who have an outdated device. If you're currently using something from the last 12 months or so, wait for something better. The Moto X is good but not amazing.
katsubento
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Gotta admit, I'm tempted. But I'm on Verizon so no Moto maker yet
Ifixit Teardown is up
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Motorola+Moto+X+Teardown/16867/1
The bit about the glued on backpanel is disconcerting. This kinda stamps out any hope for me that we will see 3rd party backpanels,buttons.
I really want to get it but I dont think I can live with the Photon till November when Motomaker can be used on Sprint. I guess the next phone to consider is the Note3
http://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Motorola+Moto+X+Teardown/16867/1
The bit about the glued on backpanel is disconcerting. This kinda stamps out any hope for me that we will see 3rd party backpanels,buttons.
I really want to get it but I dont think I can live with the Photon till November when Motomaker can be used on Sprint. I guess the next phone to consider is the Note3
Possible extra $50 for wood back once they are released. I sure hope there are some discounts around the holiday season for this phone, cause it's starting to get pricey the way I wanted it.
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/08/23/are-moto-x-wood-backs-going-to-cost-an-extra-50/
http://www.droid-life.com/2013/08/23/are-moto-x-wood-backs-going-to-cost-an-extra-50/
Not supposed to be here till September 3rd.
sexy.
wth, are you not in the US or something?!
Nope.
I didn't design mine until about 11pm on Friday. Maybe I got my order in towards the end of a big line of orders?
Lets say it was 5 days of processing, then Sep 3rd would be accurate as it's the day after Labor Day.
I'm patient though.
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By nope, I mean, yes I am in the US.
I didn't design mine until about 11pm on Friday. Maybe I got my order in towards the end of a big line of orders?
Lets say it was 5 days of processing, then Sep 3rd would be accurate as it's the day after Labor Day.
I'm patient though.
*edit*
By nope, I mean, yes I am in the US.
ThreePiMatt
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Kind of debating on this being my next phone. I think my upgrade is due in October. I currently have a Droid 4 (I'm one of those grognards that wants a physical keyboard, but I feel I need to come to terms with the fact that slide out keyboards won't exist anymore). Pretty much only thing I do on my phone is browser, podcasts, and videos, so its not like I need top-end specs.
roflwaffles
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Ehh, I'll wait for the Sony Xperia Z1 Honami instead.
I'm new to droids, is there a way to replace the UI on a GS4 with one that isn't Samsung? Not a big fan of the blue/green interface.
I'm new to droids, is there a way to replace the UI on a GS4 with one that isn't Samsung? Not a big fan of the blue/green interface.
1) Droid is a brand of Motorola that is (maybe) becoming defunct.
2) Depends on which GS4 you buy, and the people in the Android thread would be able to give more definite answers.
Spearmint with yellow accents and a black face is pretty sexy...
Pretty interested in picking this up. The voice commands sound sexy for driving. I just want to make sure I get an unlocked and unsubsidized version because I'm done with carrier contracts. Basically I want the Google Play edition with Motomaker and I'm in for a 16GB version.
Pretty interested in picking this up. The voice commands sound sexy for driving. I just want to make sure I get an unlocked and unsubsidized version because I'm done with carrier contracts. Basically I want the Google Play edition with Motomaker and I'm in for a 16GB version.
Custom roms. I have an AT&T GS4. Here are links to all the mods I have installed
ROM - Official CM 10.2 Nightlies
Kernel - KT-SGS4 Jellybean Kernel
Modem - UCUAMF3
JB gapps - 20130813
Launcher - Apex Launcher Pro
Icons - Nox
I have an audio mod too, but that's not so important.
Just got an email update, looks like my phone is coming tomorrow.
The very same day my home mortgage funds and I get the keys! Good week.
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Holy crap, it actually comes today.
So I place the order, says delivery date is September 3rd. I get an email update this morning saying it's going to arrive tomorrow. I click on the tracking and it's on the vehicle for deilvery today! It's like every link gave me better news.
The very same day my home mortgage funds and I get the keys! Good week.
*edit*
Holy crap, it actually comes today.
So I place the order, says delivery date is September 3rd. I get an email update this morning saying it's going to arrive tomorrow. I click on the tracking and it's on the vehicle for deilvery today! It's like every link gave me better news.
I bit. My phone is ancient at this point. Here's hoping I'm not crazy.
Master Chief's phone.
you need to go deeper... the phone is already on the charger at your house.
Sexy. I like.
Between my wife and I, list of Android devices used for 2 weeks or more (we like to try stuff out, and do make returns if it doesn't wow us):
G1, G2, G2X, Galaxy Nexus, Note, Galaxy SII LTE, One X, One, Transformer Prime, Nexus 7 (first one). Most of those were hers, I've only used the G2X and Note as my phones.
With that in mind, initial impressions of the Moto X:
Of course, the physical device is what sticks out first. I actually prefer the materials and build quality above her One, and I'm generally a whore for aluminum. I went with white, spearmint back, and silver accents. I love me some green, and this is flashy while also being soothing. It's not quite as verdant as what the pictures show online, it has a nice pastel component to it. It actually looks really similar to a fluid I used in one of my pc builds, which is called "Mayhem's Pastel Green":
I'll see if I can accurately capture the color in my photo booth at home.
Since I'm coming from a Note, you'd think the screen size would bug me, and it's actually quite nice. Since it lacks any significant bezel, it's a lot easier to simply interact with the phone. I think I mastered the Note, but things like one handed typing were nearly impossible.
I had a pretty bare bones CM ROM on my Note, and it was fairly smooth, but this is like butter. I'd put it on par with my iPod Touch 5th Gen easily.
The thing that I'm totally smitten with is the active notifications. I just hold my thumb down on that icon and it gives me a perfect summary of my notifications without having to turn the screen on. As I initially ordered this on the promise of really good battery life, I'm glad one of the features that makes that battery life possible works perfectly.
It's also really nice booting up a phone and being greeted by a nearly stock experience. Finally.
More impressions to come after I've lived with it for awhile.
G1, G2, G2X, Galaxy Nexus, Note, Galaxy SII LTE, One X, One, Transformer Prime, Nexus 7 (first one). Most of those were hers, I've only used the G2X and Note as my phones.
With that in mind, initial impressions of the Moto X:
Of course, the physical device is what sticks out first. I actually prefer the materials and build quality above her One, and I'm generally a whore for aluminum. I went with white, spearmint back, and silver accents. I love me some green, and this is flashy while also being soothing. It's not quite as verdant as what the pictures show online, it has a nice pastel component to it. It actually looks really similar to a fluid I used in one of my pc builds, which is called "Mayhem's Pastel Green":
I'll see if I can accurately capture the color in my photo booth at home.
Since I'm coming from a Note, you'd think the screen size would bug me, and it's actually quite nice. Since it lacks any significant bezel, it's a lot easier to simply interact with the phone. I think I mastered the Note, but things like one handed typing were nearly impossible.
I had a pretty bare bones CM ROM on my Note, and it was fairly smooth, but this is like butter. I'd put it on par with my iPod Touch 5th Gen easily.
The thing that I'm totally smitten with is the active notifications. I just hold my thumb down on that icon and it gives me a perfect summary of my notifications without having to turn the screen on. As I initially ordered this on the promise of really good battery life, I'm glad one of the features that makes that battery life possible works perfectly.
It's also really nice booting up a phone and being greeted by a nearly stock experience. Finally.
More impressions to come after I've lived with it for awhile.
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