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Phone Arena
a day ago
- Business
- Phone Arena
Motorola's cheapest 2025 US phone is even cheaper than usual (with no strings)
Nowhere near as expansive as pretty much everywhere else around the world, Motorola's US Moto G family is still rich and eclectic enough to include three 2025-released members priced between $199.99 and $399.99. $25 off (13%) 5G, Unlocked, 128GB Storage, 4GB RAM, 6.7-Inch IPS LCD Screen with 1604 x 720 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Processor, Android 15, 50 + 2MP Dual Rear-Facing Camera System, 16MP Front-Facing Camera, 5,000mAh Battery, 30W Charging Capabilities, Vegan Leather Finish, Forest Gray Color Buy at Motorola $25 off (13%) 5G, Unlocked, 128GB Storage, 4GB RAM, 6.7-Inch IPS LCD Screen with 1604 x 720 Pixel Resolution and 120Hz Refresh Rate Technology, MediaTek Dimensity 6300 Processor, Android 15, 50 + 2MP Dual Rear-Facing Camera System, 16MP Front-Facing Camera, 5,000mAh Battery, 30W Charging Capabilities, Vegan Leather Finish, Forest Gray Color Buy at BestBuy That's the one you normally have to pay just two Benjamins for, so as you can imagine, the discount offered by Motorola itself and Best Buy is not exactly mind-blowing... in value. But 25 bucks is 25 bucks, and it slashes a decent 12 percent off the handset's aforementioned list price... for the first time ever. At $174.99, you're obviously looking at an even stronger value proposition than usual, and although our Moto G (2025) review a little while back was not exactly glowing with praise, it's hard to argue with the appeal of that sleek vegan leather finish, incredibly smooth 120Hz refresh rate-supporting IPS LCD screen, and hefty 5,000mAh battery equipped with blazing fast 30W charging technology... in the sub-$200 segment. The vegan leather finish is undoubtedly one of the biggest Moto G 2025 selling points. | Image Credit -- PhoneArena Yes, it'd have been nicer if the 6.7-inch display used AMOLED tech instead of LCD or at least offered a higher resolution than 1604 x 720 pixels, but all in all, this is clearly one of the best budget 5G phones around, and its 50MP primary rear-facing camera and reasonably powerful MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor only make that more obvious and difficult to deny. The big question you need to ask yourself before pulling the trigger here (at either Best Buy or Motorola's official US website) is whether or not Samsung's $200 Galaxy A16 5G (which can occasionally be found at $175 or less) will make you happier than the Moto G (2025). The design is clearly inferior on the humblest 2025 member of the Galaxy A family available stateside, and the same goes for things like charging speeds. But the Galaxy A16 rocks a surprisingly high-quality Super AMOLED panel with 90Hz refresh rate technology and a resolution of 2340 x 1080 pixels, and the long-term software support is always better on Samsung phones compared to their Motorola rivals. Tough decision, eh?
Phone Arena
22-07-2025
- Business
- Phone Arena
The ultra-cheap Moto G 5G (2024) is 30% off in Amazon's latest deal
High-end phones are attractive with their premium design, powerful processors, and impressive cameras. But let's face it: not everyone wants to cough up over $1,000 for a new smartphone. Fortunately, there are plenty of ultra-budget-friendly alternatives that meet your everyday needs and fit within a budget price range. Take the Moto G 5G (2024), for example. $60 off (30%) The Moto G 5G (2024) is an affordable Android phone that's ideal for users on a tight budget, especially with Amazon's latest sale. Right now, you can get this device for 30% off, which brings it to an even more budget-friendly price. Buy at Amazon $25 off (13%) If you're looking for a better-looking display, improved camera performance, and longer software support, the Galaxy A16 5G is a top alternative. This device is 13% off at Amazon right now, saving you $25. Buy at Amazon This fella supports 5G connectivity, boasts a smooth display, and lasts quite a bit per charge. The best part? It costs just under $200, making it a solid no-nonsense daily driver. But now, this Android phone is simply irresistible, as Amazon sells it for a whopping 30% off its original price. Sure, Moto G 5G (2024) device already has a successor, but as you can see from our Moto G (2025) review, it doesn't exactly offer enough meaningful upgrades over the 2024 model. However, if you're looking for a sub-$200 phone with a Super AMOLED display and multi-year software support, the Moto G 5G (2024) isn't the ideal fit. The Galaxy A16 5G, on the other hand, boasts an OLED screen and six years of OS upgrades, plus it's 13% off at Amazon right now. But if you're after a no-frills experience that costs less than $150, the Moto G 5G (2024) is a standout deal at $60 off. For just under $140, this bad boy delivers a decent visual experience with its 6.6-inch 120Hz display. Performance is admirable, given its affordable asking price. Sure, its Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip won't run demanding gaming titles smoothly (or at all). But for basic tasks like browsing, casual streaming, or light multitasking, the phone holds up just fine. While it's a perfectly suitable everyday phone, the Moto G 5G (2024) doesn't excel in terms of software support and camera prowess. The device gets one major OS upgrade (nothing beyond Android 15). As for the camera, its 50MP main sensor, which lacks optical image stabilization, delivers good-looking results mainly in well-lit conditions. Overall, the Moto G 5G (2024) delivers a no-frills experience that users on a tight budget might appreciate. And now that it's 30% off, it's an even easier choice. Alternatively, if you prefer better camera performance and multiple OS upgrades, the Galaxy A16 5G is a great, slightly pricier alternative.
CNET
03-07-2025
- Business
- CNET
Motorola's July 4th Sale Can Save You Up to $650 on Popular Phones Like the Foldable Razr Ultra
The Fourth of July holiday weekend is upon us and with it a huge array of bargains to be had. If you've been thinking about a new Android phone, Motorola is having a big sale on its most popular devices, making these already affordable options even more attainable. With savings of up to $650 on phones in the Razr, Edge and Moto G families, there's something for every style and budget. Just keep in mind that these deals are likely to fade as fast as fireworks in the sky. We don't have an exact end date, but "limited time" means if you see something you like, don't wait. The Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 is the company's competitively priced foldable phone. You can pick one up with 1TB of storage for $1,300, which is $200 off the regular price. Available in a variety of colors and finishes. If you prefer the Motorola Razr Plus 2024 model instead, you'll find that starting at $799, again $200 less than the typical retail price. We spotted this same deal at Amazon right now as well, if you prefer to shop there. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. If the Motorola Edge lineup is more your style For a limited time, you can get the Motorola Edge 2024 for just $350 and the Motorola Edge Plus 2023 for $400, both deals reflecting a $400 savings. We also spotted the Edge 2024 for the same price of $350 at Best Buy. And for the most wallet-friendly phones, the Moto G phones make a great option. These already super-affordable phones are now even less, including the Moto G Power 5G 2024, which is $210 at Amazon or at Motorola, a price that falls $90 below the regular cost. More Motorola July 4th phone deals: Why this deal matters Concerns over the rising cost of tech due to tariffs may have you feeling more urgent about getting a new phone before there's a further price increase. Between the Fourth of July discounts and forthcoming Prime Day offers, it's a great time to stock up on tech. Motorola is already known for making some of the more affordable Android phones on the market, including foldable options, so if you've been wanting to upgrade or try one out, this July 4th sale is the time to do it.
Phone Arena
25-06-2025
- Phone Arena
This phone lasts forever, costs pennies, and is kind of awful
Battery life is still one of the most important aspects of any smartphone out there, regardless of its shape, form, or price tag. Chances are that no matter how many great features you have on board, if the battery life isn't good, you'd be less likely to like and recommend the phone. That's just the law, I'm not making things up. While many flagships excel in battery life, it's much more impressive when an affordable phone delivers great endurance, especially those that don't seemingly pack a lot of oomph. That's precisely the case with the Motorola Moto G (2025), a phone which was released earlier this year to little fanfare, which is usually the case with super-affordable phones that lack any special features. However, this Motorola phone has two great things going for it: its stupendous battery life and its extremely affordable price tag of just $200. Okay, in all honesty, the Moto G (2025) is a fairly bad phone. You get lackluster performance, unimpressive camera and storage, a gaudy LCD screen, a run-of-the-mill design language, as well as Motorola's terrible software update policy which entitles you to two major Android updates––if the planets align the correct way. Yet, this otherwise unimpressive entry-level phone shines rather brightly when you take its battery life into consideration. Equipped with a 5,000mAh battery and the obviously efficient Dimensity 6300 chip, this one beats easily bests some current-gen flagship phones, like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, which also packs a 5,000mAh battery. See, we have these three battery benchmark tests that we run on every phone that enters the premises for a review. We do these tests with the displays manually set at 200 nits of brightness to ensure an even playing field for all phones. In all three of our tests, the unassuming Moto G (2025) posted some pretty impressive results. Good battery life but not much else (Image by PhoneArena) In the tasking browsing test, which emulates an automated browsing workflow, the Moto G (2025) achieves an absolutely impressive result of 22 hours and three minutes. This makes it third in our 2025 rankings, only trailing behind more expensive phones like the Motorola Razr Ultra foldable with 23 hours and 51 minutes (almost a full day!) and the Oppo Find X8 Ultra, which achieves 23 hours and a half here. Then there's our video playback test, in which other devices perform better, and the Moto G achieves a fairly good but not necessarily range-topping result of 10 hours and three minutes. However, in the $200 price bracket, you would hardly find a phone with better endurance. Finally, in our custom 3D gaming battery test, the Motorola Moto G (2025) scores another win with a result of eleven hours and 42 minutes, which is another superb result only overshadowed by the more expensive CMF Phone 2 Pro and the Pixel 9a. Bottom of the line, the Moto G (2025) achieves a total battery estimate of eight hours and fifteen minutes, beating most other flagship phones released in 2025 so far. And the best thing about this is that the Moto G (2025) sells for just $199. Okay, so by now we've established that the Moto G (2025) has great battery life. That's great. However, just about anything else about the phone is mediocre at best and disappointing at worst, which was given away by the low price tag. To make up for the good battery life, the phone has had tons of corners cut. The screen isn't great, the performance isn't anything to write home about, and the camera isn't something that will inspire you to take up street photography. Those are the trade-offs that $200 get you. But if you aren't really concerned about performance, cool design, great camera and only want a phone that lasts and lasts, then this entry-level phone is the one you should short-list. Secure your connection now at a bargain price! We may earn a commission if you make a purchase Check Out The Offer
Android Authority
17-06-2025
- Android Authority
Motorola confirms Android 16 is coming to these phones
Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Motorola has revealed which phones will get Android 16. The list includes the Motorola Edge 40 Pro and higher, recent Moto G phones, and recent Razr foldables. Unfortunately, many Moto G phones and the original ThinkPhone are missing from the list. Google has just released Android 16, and we're now waiting for Android phone makers to announce their own rollout plans. Motorola hasn't announced a timeline for availability just yet, but it has revealed which phones will get Android 16. YTechB tirelessly combed through Motorola's website and put together a list of devices which are confirmed to get Android 16. You can check out the full list below. Motorola Edge 2025 Motorola Edge 60 Pro Motorola Edge 60 Motorola Edge 60 Fusion Motorola Edge 60 Stylus Motorola Edge 50 Ultra Motorola Edge 50 Pro Motorola Edge 50 Neo Motorola Edge 50 Fusion Motorola Edge 50 Motorola Edge 40 Pro Moto G Power 2025 Moto G 2025 Motorola G Stylus 2025 Moto G56 Moto G86 Moto G86 Power Moto G85 Moto G75 Moto G55 Motorola Razr 2023 Motorola Razr Plus 2024 Motorola Razr 2025 Motorola Razr Plus 2025 Motorola Razr Ultra 2025 Motorola Razr 60 Motorola Razr 60 Ultra Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Motorola Razr 50 ThinkPhone 25 Unfortunately, there are a few high-profile omissions here. This includes the original ThinkPhone, a variety of Moto G devices, and the low-end Moto E15. In saying so, Motorola's budget phones typically get horrible OS update policies. Motorola's website also lists the Razr 2023 as getting Android 16, but not the Razr Plus 2023. I'm guessing some phones might not be listed because they haven't received Android 15 just yet. So there's still hope that devices like the ThinkPhone and Razr Plus 2023 will get Android 16. Android 16 brings iOS-like Live Updates, an embedded photo picker, improved predictive back support, an Advanced Protection Mode, and anti-scammer protections during phone calls. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
