A Few Questions About The X - Moto X Q&A

To start, I bought a N5 that I am looking to exchange for the Moto X. I am disappointed by my Nexus 5. My main issue is the vibration motor is too weak. I can't hear/feel it on a desk right in front of me. Can you with the X? Also, when adjusting the volume via the volume rocker, do you have the option to expand the volume settings? The N5 doesn't have this feature and it drives me insane. I know I can flash a ROM for this feature but I like staying stock. am thinking picking one up on cyber Monday. Thanks guys.
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The motor is very strong, some say too strong. The volume control is stock android so it's the same on the Moto X.

The Moto X vibration nearly makes me jump out of my socks. It's plenty powerful, if not too much so.
If you don't want to go to a full custom ROM, the xposed framework is very useful. You can definitely get expandable volume control that way, and not loose the X's custom goodies.

hawkjm73 said:
The Moto X vibration nearly makes me jump out of my socks. It's plenty powerful, if not too much so.
If you don't want to go to a full custom ROM, the xposed framework is very useful. You can definitely get expandable volume control that way, and not loose the X's custom goodies.
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Moto X or N5

Would you switch when N5 comes out?
winn75 said:
Would you switch when N5 comes out?
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You can ask this question about any new device that comes out. Would you upgrade from your current phone to a newer phone? And my answer is that if your current phone does everything you need it to, then there's no point in upgrading.
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If there was no point. Then no one ever would. Most phones now a days do everything one needs it's about want when upgrading
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Would you switch when N5 comes out?
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N5 pros over MotoX
- colourful LED notifications
- strong dev community
- processor
Moto X pros over N5
- everything else
So unless those few things bother you, just stick with the Moto X
If the Nexus 5 releases with a larger battery option I will be all over it.
If it has the same size battery as the moto x I will not be picking it up.
This phone has me absolutely addicted to all day battery life.
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N5 probably won't be on Verizon at the $400 price point. But I would be all over it on a gsm carrier.
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I'm getting the N5 the moment it's out. That doesn't mean I'm switching though. The Moto X will likely remain my primary phone. I just like wasting my money on things I don't need.
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_MetalHead_ said:
I'm getting the N5 the moment it's out. That doesn't mean I'm switching though. The Moto X will likely remain my primary phone. I just like wasting my money on things I don't need.
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And I thought I was the only one that did that. LoL
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I was stuck between these two but this no long delay and the amazing reviews of the moto x by everyone has made me lean heavily this direction now to decide between the tmibile version or the developer lol
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DonDizzurp said:
Moto X pros over N5
- everything else
So unless those few things bother you, just stick with the Moto X
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Lol what? And the fact that by the time the Nexus 5 comes out the Moto X will be two android releases behind? Also the speculated always listening on the Nexus 5 as well the X doesn't have much over it.
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Why do you assume that's how it will be. I am willing to bet on it the X will receive 4.4 and skip 4.3
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Lol what? And the fact that by the time the Nexus 5 comes out the Moto X will be two android releases behind? Also the speculated always listening on the Nexus 5 as well the X doesn't have much over it.
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Am I the only person here who couldn't care less about what version of android the X gets updated to? The phone is perfect as is. I bought it for the features it was advertised to have, and Motorola delivered in spades. From this point on, if it never receives another update, I will still be just as happy with it.
Switching seems a bit crazy, but if I didn't already own the Moto X and wasn't majorly dissapointed with my Nexus 7, then yeah, I'd probably go for the Nexus 5, since I think it looks nice and its cheaper. Either way, I already own the Moto X and I'm very happy with it.
DonDizzurp said:
N5 pros over MotoX
- colourful LED notifications
- strong dev community
- processor
Moto X pros over N5
- everything else
So unless those few things bother you, just stick with the Moto X
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1) Moto X got rid of the LED notifications because they're using active notifications which are more helpful.
2) Yes that may be true
3) Processors aren't everything but fine.
_MetalHead_ said:
Am I the only person here who couldn't care less about what version of android the X gets updated to? The phone is perfect as is. I bought it for the features it was advertised to have, and Motorola delivered in spades. From this point on, if it never receives another update, I will still be just as happy with it.
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I agree. 4.3 was an incremental update and 4.4 barely more than that. On this device I doubt either update will really make much of a difference... Not that I don't want them, it just doesn't seem important when the phone runs spectacularly as it is. That's the same reason I don't care about the lack of development.
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1) Moto X got rid of the LED notifications because they're using active notifications which are more helpful.
2) Yes that may be true
3) Processors aren't everything but fine.
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Yes, processors aren't everything but the N5 with out a doubt has a better CPU and GPU and will have a better dev community which will lead to a better working phone. Active notifications are awesome but only if you're near your phone. If your phone is charging on a desk a couple of meters away from you and you hear it vibrate how will active notification tell you what happened?
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I agree. 4.3 was an incremental update and 4.4 barely more than that. On this device I doubt either update will really make much of a difference... Not that I don't want them, it just doesn't seem important when the phone runs spectacularly as it is. That's the same reason I don't care about the lack of development.
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Yep, no development doesn't bother me either. I have root and xposed framework. Don't need anything else. If ever a phone came with perfect software out of the box, it's the Moto X.
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Yes, processors aren't everything but the N5 with out a doubt has a better CPU and GPU and will have a better dev community which will lead to a better working phone. Active notifications are awesome but only if you're near your phone. If your phone is charging on a desk a couple of meters away from you and you hear it vibrate how will active notification tell you what happened?
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It still flashes on screen every few seconds if you have a new text, email, missed call, etc. The only time this feature auto shuts off to my knowledge is at night (configurable) and when the phone is in your pocket or face down.
Besides all that, I'm sure the N5 will be a great phone with great support, however the chances of it coming to Verizon are slim to none so its not even an option for a lot of us.
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It still flashes on screen every few seconds if you have a new text, email, missed call, etc. The only time this feature auto shuts off to my knowledge is at night (configurable) and when the phone is in your pocket or face down.
Besides all that, I'm sure the N5 will be a great phone with great support, however the chances of it coming to Verizon are slim to none so its not even an option for a lot of us.
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You wont be able to tell what it is. With an RGB LED you can set different colours to represent different types of notifications.
Anyway, I keep hearing everyone say Verizon has terrible phone options. What's so special about Verizon that you guys stay (I'm from Canada)?
Verizon has the best signal, but has a soviet union business model and is expensive. However it works everywhere. Only reason I stay is cause I use my phone for business. My bonus is sticking 20+ gigs to them every month

Really interested in the Moto X...

So I just bought an LG G2 on Verizon last Saturday for $550 and while I love the phone, the Moto X is really tempting me to return my G2 and buy an X instead. I've already got CM10.2 on here so its nearly the same as what the Moto X is running and can currently get around 5-7 hours of screen on time with 19-24+ hours off the charger.
From what I've read, the Moto X gets fantastic battery life and despite its lesser specs, it still performs wonderfully which I've witnessed first hand. And the fact that the camera is no longer complete garbage is a huge plus as well. I'm not a big camera guy, but when I use it I need it to take good pictures.
So, do you guys think I should keep the G2 or return it for a Moto X? Really struggling with this decision and could use some insight. Has anyone else been in a similar situation?
Just ordered one yesterday when I saw jcase had an updated root method. I currently have an mdk s4 but the phone is just too big and I don't like capacitive buttons. To me it's just a matter of build quality... The s4 feels big and cheap and after playing with the x it doesn't even compare
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I owned the G2 for tmobile before I switched to ATT Moto X. Best decision ever.
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I just got my MotoX a few days ago (coming from a Gnex). I cant believe I didnt get this phone 2 months ago. Best phone I've had thus far. I am on the phone for alot of hours during the work week. Probably 100+ calls per day. I have never been able to not have to charge a phone mid way through the day before. I got home today with 23% batt left, with 15hrs of charger and 4.5 hrs of screen time, 4 hrs of calls.
I thought i wanted a larger screen phone, dont think I ever will now.
A friend of mine has an S4. Even though the S4 with CM10.2 gets higher "benchmarks", the fluidity of the stock moto x is much better. It is just a better overall experience. Like I said, not sure why I didnt get this phone 2 months ago.
magicriggs said:
I owned the G2 for tmobile before I switched to ATT Moto X. Best decision ever.
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What do you like better?
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barondebxl said:
What do you like better?
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Okay I was running stock on the G2. I liked the knock on feature on the G2 but it was inconsistent. The UX felt very much like touchwizz and even tho it was quad core, I noticed some lag. The one thing I like more on the G2 over the X is the screen and camera.
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magicriggs said:
Okay I was running stock on the G2. I liked the knock on feature on the G2 but it was inconsistent. The UX felt very much like touchwizz and even tho it was quad core, I noticed some lag. The one thing I like more on the G2 over the X is the screen and camera.
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True, there is some occasional lag on the G2 but overall it's pretty fast I think. I'm also intrigued by the moto x but the AT&T version has no development.
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barondebxl said:
True, there is some occasional lag on the G2 but overall it's pretty fast I think. I'm also intrigued by the moto x but the AT&T version has no development.
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Bro if your rocking stock on the G2 then you'll love Moto X stock. Pretty much straight vanilla with useful tweaks. Active notifications is awesome with that touchless control and moto connect. And these tweaks are flawless not a single issue.
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Bro if your rocking stock on the G2 then you'll love Moto X stock. Pretty much straight vanilla with useful tweaks. Active notifications is awesome with that touchless control and moto connect. And these tweaks are flawless not a single issue.
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I'm not too much of a stock android guy, I like custom UIs and I'm running cleanrom XE on the G2, it's pretty solid with insane battery life. But I like to try new phones so maybe I'll give a shot to the moto x
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I got ya bro
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See I just don't know if it's worth it when I'm already running stock Android on my G2 with no problems while also getting crazy battery life. It's just something about the Moto X is drawing me towards it, not to mention that Verizon is rumored to be getting MotoMaker on Nov 11th. My main concern, just like another user said, is that development doesn't seem that active for the Verizon variant. Or maybe I'm just blind?
I'm also waiting for Verizon to have access to Moto Maker (need at least 32GB of internal memory of I can't have an SD card) with fingers crossed that the wooden backs will be an option at that time.
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I've had pretty much every high end phone and I love the moto x. I bought a iPhone 5s only because they just happen to have a gold one while I was there. I sold that, made my profit, and went back to buy the moto x. I really can't think of anything negative to say about it.
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I just got my MotoX a few days ago (coming from a Gnex). I cant believe I didnt get this phone 2 months ago. Best phone I've had thus far. I am on the phone for alot of hours during the work week. Probably 100+ calls per day. I have never been able to not have to charge a phone mid way through the day before. I got home today with 23% batt left, with 15hrs of charger and 4.5 hrs of screen time, 4 hrs of calls.
I thought i wanted a larger screen phone, dont think I ever will now.
A friend of mine has an S4. Even though the S4 with CM10.2 gets higher "benchmarks", the fluidity of the stock moto x is much better. It is just a better overall experience. Like I said, not sure why I didnt get this phone 2 months ago.
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the benchmark tests are BS. They provide some insight into things, but as many reviews of phones have pointed out, the moto x actually does better in a lot of areas in real tests than other high end phones with better processors. I think the moto dev team worked hard to create a phone with lower specs that works faster than other phones because of all the new coding and filing systems they put into the device. This is also one of the reasons that development isn't as fast. A bunch of things are new to the dev community that moto was using and it will take some learning. I bet a lot of phones move to this type of coding and processors running their own thing, which will then make dev easier for phones like this.
hashcode said in his forum on SS that this was the hardest device he worked on getting SS to run properly with. How the system is set up and runs commands is different from other phones so benchmarks are not really benchmarks ya know. They are old benchmarks used just to test a processor, not a phones ability to perform tasks in real life. It's real life benchmarks beat out the htc one in many respects.
I have this phone and totally love it! I have hd every phone you could imagine all the galaxys, htc one, lg's all the iphones except 5s and it is the best phone I have ever had. I have a Nexus 5 coming and I may just return to sender because of how much this phone just works
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I have this phone and totally love it! I have hd every phone you could imagine all the galaxys, htc one, lg's all the iphones except 5s and it is the best phone I have ever had. I have a Nexus 5 coming and I may just return to sender because of how much this phone just works
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You had the G2 too? And you still think the Moto X is better? Reasons? Thanks in advance!
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You had the G2 too? And you still think the Moto X is better? Reasons? Thanks in advance!
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It feels about a million times better in hand.
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I just recently purchased a Moto X, coming from a motorola Atrix 4G and I'll tell you why...
Motorola has always made good hardware. They have a integrated circuit and electronics division that creates very robust designs. Their consumer and industrial hardware has been top of the line since the beginning days of the 2-way handheld radio. They make good hardware. Solid and rugged stuff.
Now, the Atrix had some problems regarding software support. It was never officially updated past gingerbread. I was fine using the kernel that was developed, although it wasn't perfect. This was a major issue for many that pushed them away from Motorola. I still loved the ruggedness of the once-flagship phone.
However, now that Google and Motorola Mobility are one, I feel there is a good chance this will not be as big of an issue in the future. I really feel we will have the best of both worlds with Motorola now -- excellent hardware as well as long term software support (whatever long term really means nowadays). At least, it's a 'risk' I'm willing to take.
So far, I am extremely happy with my Moto X.
I was an android convert from an iPhone 5. I started with the G2, it was a pretty nice phone but I couldn't get used to the size. I operate my phone with one hand most of the time and couldn't secure it well. The actual hardware was nice. I switched to the moto X four days later. I can wholehearted say that I don't miss ANYTHING on the G2. I really do like all the features that Motorola built into the X and Android.
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I too had a LG G2 and returned it for a Moto X on verizon. My main concerns were lesser battery life and camera.... and, a little bit of a concern was the smaller screen size. I too also had rooted and placed CM10.2 on the phone.
My comparisons....
G2 Pros:
1) Screen is slightly nicer/crisper on the G2. Not by much, but it's noticeable to me.
2) Screen size was nice to have... not a deal breaker, but nice to have.
3) More development community.
4) Battery life was AMAZING
5) Camera was very solid
G2 Cons:
1) Back buttons!!!! If the LG G2 had not decided to place the buttons on the back, I would still have that phone.
2) Knock-on feature, while useful, didn't work all the time. So, you have to pick up the device and try and find the damn back buttons to check a notification. Or look like an idiot stabbing a black screen.
3) Slimy back. I felt like this thing would fall out of my hand. Please note, I really don't care what the phone is made of. I've owned the Note 2 and didn't feel the same way as with the G2. G2 was just slick in comparison.
4) cheezy LG UI. Why can't they just do like Motorola and improve camera/knock-on stuff and leave the stock apps to google?!?
Moto X Pros:
1) Form factor and build quality is really fantastic. Feels so good in the hand that the screen size argument vanishes.
2) Sound/speaker quality is noticeably better than any phone I've had. A little strange that I noticed this, but I've seen it mentioned before from others as well.
3) Active notifications are pretty handy, and am quickly getting used to them.
4) Always listening device... verdict still out on this, perhaps a bit gimmicky.
5) Prefect implementation of AOSP. improved in some areas, and left everything else alone! Hence, no needing for new ROMs. Root, yes. But only for Xposed stuff.
Moto X Cons:
1) Battery not up to par with LG G2... but very good. I get a full day and I'm a heavy user.
2) Camera not quite as good compared to the G2... but the sensor is faster...perhaps a tradeoff.
Anyhow, I think the Moto X is a winner. The fact that I had to

debating between HTC One, S4, or Moto x on sprint

I really like the Moto X but it doesnt seem to have much support from xda. What do you guys think?
Doesn't really need support. The out of box experience is virtually flawless.
Moto X on Verizon
Would love to hear from people on this. I am on Verizon and in the same boat. Anyone had the S4 and switch to the moto x?
I moved from the htc one to the Moto X and I have no regrets whatsoever. Better battery, better in the hand, no bloatware. It's like a Nexus you can buy on subsidy.
What you get from HTC One and GS4:
Better hardware, often lag and stuttering, more dev support, 1080p displays, slow updates, better camera, worse battery life
What you get from Moto X:
Worse hardware, no lag ever (games and applications load noticeably faster than the one and the S4), less deuv support, 720p display that has great color, updates faster than most nexus devices (got 4.4 on moto x faster than on Nexus 10, 7, 4, htc one gpe, and gs4 gpe), worse camera (but starts up faster and is still reasonable quality), easily 20+ hour battery life, active notifications, touchless control, virtually stock android, and much more...
Up to you
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I really like the Moto X but it doesnt seem to have much support from xda. What do you guys think?
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I think that should be a VERY short debate.
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Would love to hear from people on this. I am on Verizon and in the same boat. Anyone had the S4 and switch to the moto x?
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My comments on the issue: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2538323
Active notifications. Enough said. I can't go to any other phone because of this feature alone, and I've had the s4 and HTC one. If you enjoy aosp then this is even better
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Active notifications. Enough said. I can't go to any other phone because of this feature alone, and I've had the s4 and HTC one. If you enjoy aosp then this is even better
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Because s4 had amoled, you could use Dynamic Notifications, which was the same thing. It actually had even more customizability than Active Notifications.
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Because s4 had amoled, you could use Dynamic Notifications, which was the same thing. It actually had even more customizability than Active Notifications.
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I actually didn't care for dynamic notifications, yes it had more features but I didn't work as flawless. 99 times out of a hundred when I grab my phone and look at it the time would show and I could unlock my screen. I have hit my power button to turn on my screen maybe 10 times since I bought it.
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I actually didn't care for dynamic notifications, yes it had more features but I didn't work as flawless. 99 times out of a hundred when I grab my phone and look at it the time would show and I could unlock my screen. I have hit my power button to turn on my screen maybe 10 times since I bought it.
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True. It was not flawless. And I love that the Moto just turns on even with the slightest nudge. For the s4, that option sucked.
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True. It was not flawless. And I love that the Moto just turns on even with the slightest nudge. For the s4, that option sucked.
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Exactly, that's probably why I'll stick with moto phones for another generation or two.
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What do you need xda support for? To remove a bunch of crap or an aosp ROM with the latest android version?
You are in good hands... Moto X doesn't need that. You thinking about that Samsung Galaxy S4 at this point? Please don't buy that plastic crapped with ugly touchwiz. At least the HTC one is a beautiful piece of a phone.
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Here's the way I look at it. The Moto X can do things no other phone can do. With root and xposed I can do what most roms can do. Easy decision.
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Yep, the lack of development us because all you need is root. There's no need for custom ROMs. All you need is stock, or root + xposed framework.
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I have owned all 3 devices on Verizon. I started with the S4, and returned it for what the salesman said was a silly reason. The reason being the back button was on the wrong side of the screen for my preference, and I couldn't reach across the screen with my thumb and hit the back button easily.
I traded it back in within the 14 day trial on the HTC One. I really like the HTC one and the speakers. I also like the ability to turn it into a TV remote control. It has eye appeal, people think it looks cool and ask what kind of phone it is. I didn't like the power and volume buttons that are flush. I found that I had to look and make sure I was pushing in the right spot.
I really wanted to try the Moto X though, with the notifications and voice monitoring. It was a bonus that I was able to get kit kat on the second day I had it, and even cooler that it was rooted the day after that on kit kat. I usually trade phones once a month with people on craigslist just so I can try out something different, but I really like this phone.
You'll probably get biased opinions since you're posting in the Moto X forum, but here's my $.02.
I've been doing the xda/android/rom thing since the original droid. This is the first phone that has felt fine out of the box and I haven't even bothered to check to see if root and/or unlocked bootloaders have been achieved. My last phone was the GS3.
After looking around at everything I realized that all phones are basically the same. You interact with all of them the same way and they provide information in the same way. The only differences are size and quality issues (camera, screen, battery, etc...). The only unique phones are the Note 3 (with its active digitizer/stylus) and the Moto X. I was really leaning toward the note 3 since I jot down a lot of notes at work. Then I got my wife a Moto X. Two days later I had to have one. The real kicker for me was how it changes how I use my phone. Active notifications are nice and really handy, but I'm probably one of the few who uses touchless control a lot. The hands-free texting works great (especially while in the car). I use Google Now reminders several times a day. If I'm commuting and I remember something that needs be done, it's great to just say it and have my phone remind me. I find that I'm using Google now a lot. For example - If I'm cooking and need to make a conversion, I just ask the Moto. Or in the morning I ask it what the forecast is and what is my agenda while I'm shaving. It's surprising how much that step of unlocking/touching my phone used to prevent me from using it.
Now the downsides. The back of the phone looks great, but I think the front looks a little cheap. Battery life has been pretty good, but not as stellar as what others are reporting. It still is plenty to last all day. I will miss my GS3's removable storage and memory. I don't take a lot of pictures, but I hear that the Moto X's camera is so-so compared to the others.
I'm not going to go in-depth. I had the HTC One, wife has the S4, and I now have the Moto X. I personally like the Moto X more than both the former phones. Due to many reasons. S4 is too big for my taste. I always thought I wanted a big screen, but after using it I don't like it. The HTC was just too oddly shaped for my taste, and the whole Sense thing ruined it for me, as does T-wiz. After flashing an AOSP ROM on both of those phones, they were just knockoffs of the GE phones. Meh. I love my Moto X. Traded my HTC straight across for it and don't feel bad at all.
I was also worried about switching from 1080p to 720p and see no difference. I may be biased because I have one, but until I actually got it, I thought it was such a stupid phone due to the HTC and the S4 hype, and me thinking, "Nothing is as good as these two phones!". Boy was I wrong.
Oh yeah! Touchless Controls and Active Display are the ****!
Oh yeah x2! I was a serious flashaholic with my other phones and saw how slow the Moto X development seemed to be. That also had me shying away from it, but damn! I don't feel like I need to do ANYTHING. Only thing I did was root simply for Xposed so I can use GravityBox to change some colors.
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gsk3rd said:
Would love to hear from people on this. I am on Verizon and in the same boat. Anyone had the S4 and switch to the moto x?
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I did on Sprint. I can't go back to the S4 or any samsung product until they clean up touchwiz. Plus all those features are not necessary. The main selling point of Samsung is the camera, but I feel the X is passable. At this point its Motorola or Nexus devices from here on out.
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I just sold my S4 and bought a Moto X, super happy. I love this phone. It does everything well and the size and feel is amazing. The only downer is I don't want to put a case on it and ruin its ergonomics, however I want to keep it safe.
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did anyone go from nexus 5 to moto x?

just curious.. I got a nexus 5 using straight talk wireless.. so far so good.. but I had a vzw moto x developers edition and I really liked it.. I really wish I hadn't have gotten rid of it.. but I am trying to cut costs on my monthly wireless. Did anyone used to have a nexus 5 and went to a moto x.. will it work on straight talk and also are you satisfied with your choice. I have 8 days to return the nexus 5.. Any input would be great.
I haven't owned an n5....but a friend has one. I like to put it this way.....the n5 is a powerful, fast and a little barbaric Dodge viper. The Moto x is a sleek, sexy and slightly less powerful Ferrari. Pick your poison.
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I haven't owned an n5....but a friend has one. I like to put it this way.....the n5 is a powerful, fast and a little barbaric Dodge viper. The Moto x is a sleek, sexy and slightly less powerful Ferrari. Pick your poison.
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Im sending back the Nexus 5 and going with Moto X
I had an N5 originally. I didn't get the Moto X until the off contract came down a bit over the holidays. Yes the N5 is more powerful on paper but honestly I have not noticed any sluggishness or anything else with my Moto X and I don't regret the swap one bit. Loving the extra "perks" to this phone like Active Notifications and Touchless Display. You'd think they're just gimmicks but they've become very, very useful, and I couldn't imagine having a phone without them now.
I got the Moto x to check out the active display and touchless controls about 2 weeks before the nexus 5 released. I was waiting for the nexus but got bored and impatient. I then went ahead and ordered a nexus within 15 min of them going on sale. I switched to the nexus for about a week and liked the phone but missed the active notifications and the fantastic speaker/sound quality on the moto x. As soon as the moto x got it's kitkat update, I went back and ended up giving the nexus to my wife.
The nexus was a great phone but the active notifications are ridiculously useful, and the speaker quality was the best surprise. The moto x has so far the best speaker that I've found in any phone I've tested. I've even put it up against the HTC one and the x still wins. The sound quality was my biggest complaint with the nexus, it was downright disappointing after already using the moto x.
kj2112 said:
I haven't owned an n5....but a friend has one. I like to put it this way.....the n5 is a powerful, fast and a little barbaric Dodge viper. The Moto x is a sleek, sexy and slightly less powerful Ferrari. Pick your poison.
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I have both in the office. I have to say N5 is a Subaru WRX STi...
...and Moto X is Cadillac XLR sedan.
One is a beast with unlimited ways to modify. The other is slightly more expensive, does everything you would expect and more, and does it with style.
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thinking of making the move from a N5 to a Moto X
not sure why but im really drawn to the Moto X
only thing stopping me is the camera
how much worse i sit than the n5?
bigup7 said:
thinking of making the move from a N5 to a Moto X
not sure why but im really drawn to the Moto X
only thing stopping me is the camera
how much worse i sit than the n5?
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For me its the best I have seen till now.Dont know why they are making such a fuss about it.
If you really want a better camera than this, then you should go for Cannon SLR
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thinking of making the move from a N5 to a Moto X
not sure why but im really drawn to the Moto X
only thing stopping me is the camera
how much worse i sit than the n5?
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Its not a galaxy s5 with 16 mp camera. But take a look at the thread "post photos you clicked with your moto x" and you will see that it takes some really good quality pictures. I like that the camera is fast and you can twist the device to open it. The camera shouldn't be the thing that stops you from getting the x. But I think that you should wait for the nexus 4.4.3 update to see if you still want to keep the device or move over to the x. Active assist, touch less control(which is better than being on the Google experience launcher) and active notifications has been the best features I have used on a phone compared to the galaxy s4 watchon or smart move etc. Those features were gimmicky
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I use both phones quite consistently. Here is my scenario. I use the N5 probably about 65% of the time.
Things I like about the N5
The Display
Very accurate. My brother is a photographer and he sends me photos from time to time.. They are very close to what is shown on his calibrated screen. The same pictures on the moto X give jersey shore effect where everyone has a super tan.
Larger size. Even though it's just .3 inches larger it makes a difference, especially with resolution. I don't know if it's some apps but WatchESPN's clarity on the N5 is much easier on the eyes than on the X.
Processor - Everyday activities like browsing, swiping, reading, the difference isn't noticeable, but when switching from app to app frequently and games like scramble, words with friends, PvsZ, the N5 is noticeably superior.
Camera - I take the N5 camera for granted. The OIS makes a huge difference and the quality of the photos is easily better compared to the X. everytime I share a photo with my X my buddy can tell it's from the X vs the N5. It's one of the things that makes me want to throw my X out the window.
Wireless Charging - ever since I invested in several of those 12 dollar nokia wireless chargers, it makes it so convenient. When i carry the X around and I want to put it down to charge, I slap my forehead because it doesn't work with the wireless charging. I've had charging ports go bad before so this is a welcomed feature.
Things i like about my X
Size - it's small, and I can barely tell that it's in my pocket. When i switch phones I constantly have to do a pocket check just to see if it's there. Plus that little dimple is underrated. It's a very nice feel.
Wifi functionality? - For whatever reason the Moto X works fantastically with my QX100 camera attachment via wifi. Where the N5 stutters and lags on the wifi display, the Moto X is nearly lag free and doesn't stutter letting me capture my moments quicker faster and without annoyance. THIS is the primary reason why my moto X is still around. It's become my dedicated point and shoot attachment. It's pretty neat and cool feeling to be able to take shots, upload immediately, and even take calls and check email, texts, chats without having to pull my N5 out of my pocket.
Touchless controls - If I know i'm driving a lot that day, I always try to use the Moto X in the car. "What's up" and "play this song" are super duper features for me while driving and touchless calling is awesome. If touchless controls (google voice commands) could start sending messages via hangouts (non-sms) I'd use it even more. *One issue i have is What's up is somewhat glitchy. Sometimes it takes me to google search instead and sometimes it doesn't read off the notifications, but it hasn't done it that much where I'd ditch it. It's more hit than miss.
Active Display - I'm not as in love with this feature as most are. It's definitely nice. I like how the screen turns on when taking it out of your pocket. It saves me from over using the power button, which I feel has lost some tactile feel on my N5 from over use. I'd like this feature on all my upcoming phones. Active display definitely gives you more info than the notification LED but in meetings it serves the same purpose as I know what type of notification i'm getting. I can't really reach over to read the active display notification while in the meeting and plus the LED light is less subtle so people next to me don't get distracted by my phone. I know I can have it on the N5 with dynamic notifications but I've been reluctant to weigh down the N5 with anymore background tasks due to battery.
Speaker - It's LOUD 'nuff said.
Issues with both phones
Battery life - Don't get me wrong. Both are decent and would probably do the regular user just fine from day to day activities, but I'm on my phone A LOT. My normal routine has just about become, Moto X at work. N5 after work. I've come to the conclusion I need at LEAST 3000mah battery. The X for me slightly edges out the N5.
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Touchless controls - If I know i'm driving a lot that day, I always try to use the Moto X in the car. "What's up" and "play this song" are super duper features for me while driving and touchless calling is awesome. If touchless controls (google voice commands) could start sending messages via hangouts (non-sms) I'd use it even more. *One issue i have is What's up is somewhat glitchy. Sometimes it takes me to google search instead and sometimes it doesn't read off the notifications, but it hasn't done it that much where I'd ditch it. It's more hit than miss.
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I send messages through hangouts via touchless control all the time. You have to have hangouts as your default messaging app. Sorry just re-read your statement. Non SMS...
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I send messages through hangouts via touchless control all the time. You have to have hangouts as your default messaging app.
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I want chats not texts.
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I have both. And really, to me they are near equal.
My wife has the X now and I have the N5 and when friends hear how affordable both are and ask what they should get out of the 2....I usually immediately say the X. Unless any of them may interested in playing with their device, roms, mods and what not. Then I say N5. Hands down. But.....only ever had one person show interest in tinkering. So I recommend the X 95 percent of the time. LOL
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Oh....and most are blown away by touchless control.
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Upgrade from nexus 5?

I've been hearing awesome things about the moto X. I am not satisfied with my Nexus 5 especially with it's battery life. Plus the nexus 5 feels cheaply made. The build quality is garbage.
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dicecuber said:
I've been hearing awesome things about the moto X. I am not satisfied with my Nexus 5 especially with it's battery life. Plus the nexus 5 feels cheaply made. The build quality is garbage.
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Its your own decision. I came from a gs4. Other then the camera I love this phone. I was always trying to get my gs4 on a custom stock android rom but with the BL being locked I could only get look alikes with multiple FC's. Decided to get rid of it and from all the android top sites. (Phandroid, droid life etc) they have named the moto x #1 top android phone of 2013.
MOTO X Slapped
Can't call it an upgrade. The Nexus 5 is faster, better camera, 1080p screen, it have a lot more custom rom devs working on. You'll want to make sure you won't miss these things.
I get pretty good battery life with the Moto X, over 5hours of screen on time for light to medium use. I wouldn't call Moto X build quality great either, but I do like it a little more than LG.
You will gain some and lose some.
eksasol said:
't call it an upgrade. The Nexus 5 is faster, better camera, 1080p screen, it have a lot more custom rom devs working on. You'll want to make sure you won't miss these things.
I get pretty good battery life with the Moto X, over 5hours of screen on time for light to medium use. I wouldn't call Moto X build quality great either, but I do like it a little more than LG.
You will gain some and lose some.
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You made this sound like the MotoX has a bad build quality. My opinion is that it's quite good .
TheSaw said:
You made this sound like the MotoX has a bad build quality. My opinion is that it's quite good .
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I actually had the Moto X, gave it to my wife and got myself the nexus 5... now I have returned the Nexus 5 and got myself a developer edition Moto X.
I didnt like the size, feel, battery life or display on the nexus 5. The moto x, spec wars aside, is an amazing phone. The feel in your hand, the additions to android are useful but pretty close to stock.
I don't regret the switch one bit.
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I actually had the Moto X, gave it to my wife and got myself the nexus 5... now I have returned the Nexus 5 and got myself a developer edition Moto X.
I didnt like the size, feel, battery life or display on the nexus 5. The moto x, spec wars aside, is an amazing phone. The feel in your hand, the additions to android are useful but pretty close to stock.
I don't regret the switch one bit.
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Yes, I think you quoted the wrong guy. I have the X, and I can't say it's amazing (I can't say that about any phone, because I'm not an easily impressed person), but I can say that's it really nice, and I don't regret getting it; i like it more and more very day. This means a lot to me.
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I've been hearing awesome things about the moto X. I am not satisfied with my Nexus 5 especially with it's battery life. Plus the nexus 5 feels cheaply made. The build quality is garbage.
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I've got both N5 and Moto X and prefer the Moto X. Only regret I have is wireless charging.
ken1645 said:
I've got both N5 and Moto X and prefer the Moto X. Only regret I have is wireless charging.
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I bought a microUSB qi charging receiver for it, but still waiting for it. Will have to hide my woodback though.
eksasol said:
I bought a microUSB qi charging receiver for it, but still waiting for it. Will have to hide my woodback though.
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Which one did you get and from where?
eksasol said:
I bought a microUSB qi charging receiver for it, but still waiting for it. Will have to hide my woodback though.
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http://dx.com/en/p/internal-univers...le-w-micro-usb-port-black-242486#.Uv0YMPldUzw
http://www.ifixit.com/Guide/Motorola+Moto+X+Battery+Replacement/16974
It looks like it would be extremely difficult to fit the qi receiver inside the moto X wood case... a shame. Good luck putting the qi receiver in your case though!
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Which one did you get and from where?
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This one. Just received it. I haven't test it much, but it work, the lightning bolt charging indicator doesn't show up, but it does charge, albeit slower charging than with wires. I just hide it inside the TPU case, but it does coverup the M logo of the phone.
update: been charging it a bit, the receiver is rated at 500mA. It can charge the phone 10% in maybe 25min. Base on this result, it'll probably take 4hours to full charge the phone. :/
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This one. Just received it. I haven't test it much, but it work, the lightning bolt charging indicator doesn't show up, but it does charge, albeit slower charging than with wires. I just hide it inside the TPU case, but it does coverup the M logo of the phone.
update: been charging it a bit, the receiver is rated at 500mA. It can charge the phone 10% in maybe 25min. Base on this result, it'll probably take 4hours to full charge the phone. :/
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Thanks.
Ah.. cool but ehh.. I do have a tpu case so should be fine but my cheap qi charger seemed like it took that long too.. on my n4 which officially had wireless charging.. I don't use it often enough for it to be worth it.
I came from an HTC one. I have only had this phone for two days but I am extremely impressed and happy with my decision. The call quality in terms of loudness is unmatched as well as speaker output. It's scares the crap out of my when my phone rings. I actually prefer the screen color even though it is 720p compared to my one. Blacks are black and most colors are true to their color more than looking washed out. The ergonomics are fantastic. It doesn't feel cheap even with the build quality of the one. It is easier and more comfortable to hold. Active display and volume of the speaker is the main reason why I chose this over the nexus 5. I am happy I did.
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I came from the nexus 5. Primary thing you lose is the dev community, but other than that the Moto x tops the nexus everywhere else in terms of everyday use. Depends on your priorities really.
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bryan.huang said:
I came from the nexus 5. Primary thing you lose is the dev community, but other than that the Moto x tops the nexus everywhere else in terms of everyday use. Depends on your priorities really.
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Yeah well CyanogenMod nightly is officially released for it now. I tried it a bit which is very fast, but promptly flashed back stock due to missing Motorola features. I know AOKP rom have Active Display which is pretty good, but I still need Touchless Control, current alternatives aren't good enough for me and they'll drain more battery since they don't utilize the low powered core.
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dicecuber said:
I've been hearing awesome things about the moto X. I am not satisfied with my Nexus 5 especially with it's battery life. Plus the nexus 5 feels cheaply made. The build quality is garbage.
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I had a Gnex, then the GS4, then I decided to get the N5 on day one of it's release. I returned it after three days of usage mainly because of the horrible battery life and very uncomfortable grip. I went back to the S4 until I saw the valentines day Motorola promo. I got a fully customized moto x with ebony wood back. ? I loved the size of my Gnex but I decided to skip the moto x when it first released. What a big mistake! This phone is very smooth and snappy, very comfortable to hold, and it has very useful features. I feel like THIS is the Nexus 5.
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I am extremely happy with my Verizon Dev edition. Build quality is A+ quality on this. Excellent fit and finish. The software is also excellent. I had a galaxy nexus before this phone and this phone is just so much better. Battery life on Verizon is excellent.
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