Well, that’s a surprise. Lenovorola, under the Moto brand, is going to release all three versions of their newly-announced G6 Family.
In case you missed it, Motorola announced two new series of handsets, in their affordable G range, and the value E range.
The G range is now in its 6th generation, hence the G6 moniker – and from then on, the device differentiation starts.
Moto G Play
We’ll start with the lowest-power, and longest lasting version – the Moto G6 Play. Between having a 4000 mAh battery, a power-efficient Snapdragon 430 chipset and only a 282 DPI, 720p screen on a 5.7 inch, 18:9 ratio, IPS LCD display, we’re not expecting it to set the world alight in performance benchmark stats, apart from having an impressive time between having to put the phone back on charge. It weighs in at 175g on the scales with dimensions of 154.4 x 72.2 x 9mm.
The Moto G6 Play is also splash resistant, for what that’s worth in claiming water damage under warranty. It has a rear-mounted fingerprint scanner, which some feel is the right place for it to be. That placement is in opposition to the Moto G6 and the G6 Plus, where the fingerprint sensor is on the front, and comes equipped with BlueTooth 4.2. Somewhat surprisingly both the Moto G6 Play and G6 doesn’t come with a wireless AC compatible chip. Only the Moto G6 Plus is graced with that capability. We’re guessing that it comes down to chipset capability. The last, and potentially most irritating thing is that charging is supplied by a what should be legacy microUSB port. Memory is taken care of with 3GB RAM and 32GB of storage. Camera duties are taken care of with a 13 MP rear camera and an 8 MP selfie-snapper.
Moto G6
The middle-tier Moto G bumps up the specs while lowering the battery to 3000 mAh. It is still a 5.7 inch display, but lighter at 167g in a 153.8 x 72.3 x 8.3 mm frame. This gives the Moto G6 a 75.4% screen-to-body ratio. Both screen and chipset are improved from the Moto G6 Play, having a 1080 resolution and Snapdragon 450 platform respectively. The Moto G6 packs either 3GB/32GB or 4GB/64GB RAM and storage – both options seem to be available, but the likelihood is that the latter version will probably only ship from Moto’s own store. Charging is taken care of via USB-C, but considering Moto’s history, it will use the Qualcomm Fast Charge as opposed to the USB PD charging spec. It is also water resistant, with Motorola stating:
A p2i water-repellent coating helps protect the phone from accidental splashes or light rain
Great. Anyhow, the camera capabilities are improved from the G6 Play, with a dual 12 MP and 5 MP implementation, with the same 8 MP front camera as the G6 Play.
Moto G6 Plus
The big brother in the family has a bigger screen, and chipset and camera: you’re looking at 5.9 inches, with the same 74.4% screen to body ratio, a Snapdragon 430, and while it still rocks a 12 MP/5 MP combination, the 12 MP camera is f/1.7 rather than the f/1.8 found in the standard Moto G6.
Memory is 64GB as standard, but there will be two options for your RAM: either 4 or 6 GB. You even get an extra 200 mAh worth of battery which will help for the bigger screen size. Speaking of sizes, the G6 Plus measures 160 x 75.5 x 8.0mm. It also charges through a USB-C port, and this G6 variant does come with 8002.11 AC Wi-Fi.
All three handsets are topped out with a Gorilla Glass 3 display in an 18:9 aspect ratio and ship with Android 8.0 Oreo. It will be interesting to find out whether the G range will ever get the bump up to 8.1, or indeed any OS upgrades, seeing as project Treble removes the challenges manufacturers have previously used as the reason they couldn’t support software updates in a cost-effective manner. It is supposed to be required, but who knows until we can we can see it in action come next upgrade cycle. All three also have a microSD slot, rated at accepting a 256GB card have an FM radio (which usually needs a pair of wired headphones to be plugged in.
Moto has advised both the E and G series are due to arrive in May, but the exact date hasn’t been announced. One wouldn’t be surprised to see at least one of each range showing up in carrier stores, seeing as they’ve done pretty good sales in the U.K. All in all, and depending on the pricing of all three, the G6 Plus might be the one to watch when suggesting a decent budget phone for someone.
Full details of the Motorola press announcement is here:
Five years ago, we set out to address a gap in the market: quality smartphones that could do great things at a price even more people could afford. Phones that were designed for you that year, not last year’s models at cheaper prices.
When we launched the first moto g, we launched a phone that would become the best-selling smartphone in Motorola history. We continued to push the boundaries of the value equation even further with the debut of the moto e, a smartphone that was fully loaded and fairly priced. The moto g and moto e product families continued to offer the perfect combinations of features for consumers who didn’t want to compromise on quality, style or experience.
This year we continue the legacy with the newest generations of the moto g and moto e families. They have the innovations that matter most to you. They are smarter than ever and focus on display, design and power. They have the speed and power of Qualcomm®Snapdragon™ processors and run Android™ 8.0 Oreo™. They have great Moto Experiences that unlock AI opportunities.
The new moto g6 and moto e5 families are designed for you, with exceptional value.
The new moto g6 plus is picture perfect in every way. Featuring a 5.9″, 18:9 aspect ratio, its Full HD Max Vision display delivers vivid colors and all the fine details. Capture the most creative shots using its advanced software, and focus in an instant with Dual Autofocus Pixel technology. Taking great pictures even in low light just got easier, thanks to its large f/1.7 aperture and 1.4um pixel size. But capturing those breathtaking moments is just the beginning, the smart camera system supports text scanning as well as landmark and object detection.
The moto g6 plus is available today in Brazil and next week in Mexico. It will roll out over the coming months in various countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America with a starting MSRP of €299 EUR. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
The moto g6is designed to impress. Its 5.7″ Full HD Max Vision display delivers vivid colors and fine details, while its attention-grabbing 3D glass back creates a gorgeous shape and look that stands out among other premium smartphones. Advanced imaging software means studio quality portraits, artistic black and white shots, and hilarious face filters come to life through the dual rear 5MP and 12MP cameras. And it keeps getting better, instantly lock or unlock your phone with the multifunctional fingerprint reader.
The moto g6 is available today in Brazil and next week in Mexico. It will roll out over the coming months in various countries in Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and North America with a starting MSRP of $249 USD. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
The moto g6 play works as hard as you do, helping you set aside plenty of time to play. Its powerful 4000 mAh, all-day battery1 can last up to 36 hours on a single charge, giving you the ultimate peace of mind when out and about. Take it a step further with its powerful 1.4 GHz-core processor that gives you the speed to access photos, apps, and everything in between, without any stutter or lag time.
The moto g6 play is available today in Brazil and next week in Mexico. It will roll out over the coming months in various countries in Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and North America with a starting MSRP of $199 USD. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
From dawn until dusk, the moto e5 plus is there for you. Make the most of even the longest commutes with its powerful 5000 mAh battery1 and 6” Max Vision screen. The moto e5plus’ sleek 18:9 aspect ratio means it still fits perfectly in your hand and comes designed with a reflective wave pattern and a curved back that looks as great as it feels. Unlocking your phone has never been easier with just one touch of the fingerprint reader, located within the phone’s iconic Motorola logo. Even those crowded subway trains are no match for this home entertainment in the palm of your hands.
The moto e5 plus will roll out over the coming months in various countries in Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America and North America with a starting MSRP of €169 EUR. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
The moto e5 is there to see you through your day. Even with a big 5.7” Max Vision display, the moto e5 still fits perfectly in your hand thanks to its 18:9 aspect ratio and ergonomically curved back. Do more with ease by unlocking your notifications, calls or home screen in an instant with its discreet fingerprint reader2 hidden in Motorola’s iconic logo. A dedicated microSD3 card slot makes room for more photos, songs and videos.
The moto e5 will roll out over the coming months in various countries in Asia Pacific, Europe and Latin America with a starting MSRP of €149 EUR. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
The moto e5 play is here to make the everyday extraordinary. Start your day with its vivid 5.2” HD display that can take you from outdoors to indoors. Its 8MP autofocus rear camera gives you sharp photos, even in low light conditions and its water repellent coatings keeps you safe from any accidental spills and splashes4. Having too much fun? Its dedicated microSD3 card slot means you’ll always have storage space and won’t miss that beautiful shot in those everyday life moments.
The moto e5 play will roll out over the coming months in North America. For full information and specifications, visit our website.
Unlimited high quality storage
And as with all Motorola phones, Google Photos is the default gallery for all your photos and videos. So all your memories are automatically backed up, searchable and can easily be accessed, shared and edited from any device.
Even uSwitch was positive about the G range, with a statement:
USWITCHCOMMENTSON LAUNCH OF MOTO G6
Commenting on the launch of the Moto G6 range, Ernest Doku, mobiles expert at uSwitch.com, says: “Affordable yet appealing Android handsets are essential to consumers now more than ever. Motorola’s place in that market is a strong one and these handsets embody that spirit.
“The latest handsets from Motorola’s flagship range do an excellent job of making their more-than-modest specs look top end, too.
“The three Moto G6 models – the G6, the G6 Plus and the Play – are slick and trim, and boast some pretty decent firepower under the hood – the Plus’ Snapdragon 630 processor is especially nifty at such a reasonable price point.
“Features that we’ve come to expect from high-end devices have started to trickle down to handsets without the punitively high price tags.
“The same is true here with the G6 and Plus devices carrying dual-lens cameras – all models focus on battery performance, have all-Gorilla glass frames and gorgeous, expansive displays.
“However, with older handsets tumbling in price faster than ever and rival manufacturers like Honor and Nokia staking bold claims in the mid-range sector, there’s still much that the Moto G6 has to worry about in a bid to lure cost-conscious phone fans.”
