Moto X

A different kind of smartphone

-- As reviewed by The Verge
Moto X 1

Product details

  • Pre-installed selection of Amazon apps, including the Amazon Widget, provide Prime members with easy access to daily deals, Prime movies and TV shows, Prime Music, Amazon Photos storage, and more with a single sign-on experience
  • Amazon Alexa hands-free: Simply by saying “Alexa” you can play music, hear the news or check the weather wherever you are. Just ask - and Alexa will respond instantly
  • IP68 water resistant: Keep your phone protected from accidental spills, splashes and even puddles
  • Incredibly sharp images in low light: 12 MP + 8 MP dual rear cameras and 16 MP front-facing camera with selfie flash
  • Brilliant 5.2” full HD display, fast 4G LTE speed, 2.2 GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 630 octa-core processor, 3 GB of RAM, and 32 GB of internal memory with the option to add up to 2 TB of microSD expandable memory
  • Enjoy the best of Android with Android 8.0 installed, upgradeable to Android 9
  • Unlocked for the freedom to choose your carrier. Compatible with AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon networks and Project Fi. Sim card not included
  • Prime members and accounts are limited to the purchase of one of each Prime Exclusive Phone every 12 months

PROS

+ Attractive, customizable design
+ Assist, Touchless Control, and Notifications are great additions to Android
+ Essentially a pure Android device for all four carriers
+ Solid battery life

CONS

- AMOLED display has some problems
- Camera processing can produce excessive artifacting
- Some carrier bloatware

Expert reviews and ratings

By The Verge on August 05, 2013
A different kind of smartphone
80
By Tom's Guide on October 23, 2014
The updated Moto X is an Android phone with a gorgeous display, chic design, solid performance and efficient voice comments, all at an accessible price.
80
By TechRadar on March 03, 2014
With its swoopy, curvy looks, the Moto X has a thoughtful design both inside and out that is full of charm and power, backed up by great software that is let down only by its endurance and camera.
70
By TechRadar on March 03, 2014
With its swoopy, curvy looks, the Moto X has a thoughtful design both inside and out that is full of charm and power, backed up by great software that is let down only by its endurance and camera.
70