I have been struggling with the decision between the Moto X (2014) and the Nexus 6. I have a Moto X (2013) Developer Edition now.
What it boils down to is battery life vs features.
Is there anyway to load a Moto X ROM onto a Nexus 6 and for it to work?
I struggled with the same process myself. I ended up with the Nexus 6 for the following reasons.
1) Nexus 6 has "OK Google" with screen off
2) Moto Assist (drive portion) features can be replaced with "Agent" app.
3) Dynamic Notifications is a good replacement for moto display but some quirks with lollipop still need to be ironed out.
4) Screen size
5) Battery, but I obviously have no idea how the moto x 2014 battery would handle my habits but I felt better about going with a larger battery over the 2300mah from the moto x. Better to start with a larger tank and adjust from there. I average 4.5 to 5 hours and I'm off the charger from 8am and the phone lasts me until 10-11pm most nights.
6) ease of modifying a nexus over most other phones. It took me a while to start modding my moto x 2014 because of the voiding of the warranty with unlocked bootloader and then the variable hoops to get the phone rooted. My experience on the nexus devices from before was so much simpler.
More than likely I would have gone with the Moto X 2014 IF the nexus 6 did not have OK google with screen off. Its a feature I didn't realize how much I used until I went from my moto x to my nexus 5 and now it's a must have feature for me.
Sacrifices I've made.
1) phone handling. The original moto x was just so easy to handle, with absolutely zero strain to reach anything. the 2014 I played with posed a few strains here and there so I figured if I have to strain a little here and there might as well do it with a phablet.
2) there are a few moto voice commands i miss like "what's up" and "where's my phone" but commandr for google now has added a lot more features w/o having to use tasker and autovoice.
3) bugs and quirks of being on lollipop. You may experience the same with Moto X 2014 since it's on lollipop as well.
i did not know about the off screen OK Google feature, thanks!!! loving my N6 more and more but i wouldnt mind Moto assist on it.
AkumaZeto said:
i did not know about the off screen OK Google feature, thanks!!! loving my N6 more and more but i wouldnt mind Moto assist on it.
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Which feature of assist do you want? If its the text to speech, Agent "do not disturb" is very similar.
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Was debating on Moto X vs Nexus 5. Was going with the Nexus 5 but was hesitant due to camera and speaker issues and with the cyber monday deal for the Moto X, I'm probably going with the Moto X but have a couple of questions.
1) Is there anything else from the Nexus 5 version of Kit Kat that didn't make it other than the business search/caller ID and the Google Experience Launcher?
2) If I side load the Google Experience Launcher, how does (or does) that affect the Moto hands free "Ok Google Now" and other hands free tools ie. I think i understand "OK Google" with the GEL only works on the home screen for the Nexus 5 but the Moto X works on any screen. Does one supplant the other, do they co-exist?
Thanks!
1) Well, if you also count the camera that comes with stock KitKat, then yeah. I think the only thing you'll be missing out on would be Photosphere though.
2) OK Google is completely vaporized, everywhere. You don't see it in Google Now, you don't see it in your home screen... essentially everything will be redirected to the Moto Touchless Control first.
I fixed both speaker and camera with mods and Google is coming out with a major camera software update specifically for the Nexus soon.
I was really on the fence about these 2 and went to the store to try the moto x again yesterday. The Nexus 5 screen is just so much better and amazing. That extra smidge of size makes all the difference to me, not sure why. But Moto X is amazing in many ways so you can't go wrong. I'll stick with my N5 and maybe consider a Moto X 2 when they enhance to quad core and 1080p...
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I currently have a Nexus 5 and compared to a friends Moto X my screen isn't nearly as nice and the speaker is horrendous. I'm thinking about reactivating my Verizon unlimited data account and using a developer edition Moto X on it but I have some questions.
1. Who updates the Dev. Edition Moto X, Verizon or Motorola?
2. Will my Google Wallet app work like it does now with my Nexus 5 and allow NFC purchases at "Tap to Pay" stores or does verizon block that even on dev phones?
3. A bit off forum but if I use Google Voice texting, can I delete my $30 texting package on Verizon? I heard GV texting uses data only.
Thanks guys n gals!
1. Verizon
2. Yes, works on non-dev phones too
3. Sure, why not?
If you don't install custom roms, don't mind the slightly lower quality camera, and willing to sacrifice some performance especially in 3D gaming, then the Moto X may work for you. I think if you get the Moto X be intended to use stock firmware because it isn't as flexible as Nexus. The Moto X will have better battery life than the Nexus, I usually get 5 hours screen on time.
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While I continue to say that my, wife's now, Moto x is the superior phone overall....especially for those that just want a great working phone....and aren't flashaholics......I must say, I was fearful of the battery life drop switching to the N5....but after some usual tweaking.....I'm allllllmost matching my Moto x battery times. 26 hour average with 6 hour screen time. I was surprised for sure after things I read.
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I traded my N5 for a Moto X.
I like the AMOLED of the X more, the speaker and even the vibration. Touchless controls is nice, but the real killer feature is ActiveNotificatons. It's more than fast enough.
I recommend a trade
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1. Verizon
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Sorry that killed it right there. Thanks for the replies!
ohiojosh78 said:
Sorry that killed it right there. Thanks for the replies!
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Actually Verizon was quick to release the 4.4.2 update right after T-Mobile so that was quick. On the other hand we on at&t are still waiting on the 4.4.2 update with some people that got invites for soak tests but yet to receive them yet.
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The nexus 6 was just announced and it looks to be a beast. Why was the reason you pulled the trigger on the moto x instead of waiting for the nexus 6 ? My reason is I knew it was going to be expensive... Second off all 5.9 is too big. I understand the 805 chip is better, but the 801 is really not that far off ? Do you regret buying your moto x ? I would like to know every ones opinion
I went with Moto X because I wasn't sure whether the Nexus 6 was going to be 5.2" or 5.9". I figured that with the delivery and the return period that I could check out the Moto X and return it if the Nexus 6 was a 5.2" phone. I love everything about the Nexus 6, except the size. I'll be keeping the Moto X. 5.2" is almost too big, 5.9" as your only offering is just completely stupid imo. I understand that there are some people out there think that bigger is better, but I'm willing to bet that a majority aren't interested in a phone that large. Polls have shown this.
1) size - 5.9 is outside of my consideration
2) personalization - loving my teak back
Though I do wish moto would've added Qi charging to the X.
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The nexus 6 was just announced and it looks to be a beast. Why was the reason you pulled the plug on the moto x instead of waiting for the nexus 6 ? My reason is I knew it was going to be expensive... Second off all 5.9 is too big. I understand the 805 chip is better, but the 801 is really not that far off ? Do you regret buying your moto x ? I would like to know every ones opinion
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I believe you meant pull the trigger. Pulling the plug implies taking somebody off life support to kill them.
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mattjacobson said:
1) size - 5.9 is outside of my consideration
2) personalization - loving my teak back
Though I do wish moto would've added Qi charging to the X.
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You just nailed it! If the new nexus was 5.2", it would be competing directly with the Moto X. You chose the option best for you, and for that, you are a good cat!
Size
Seriously, Motorola has 3 new devices. They only needed one.
Moto X design language and customization. Droid Turbo hardware including screen size and resolution, Nexus 6 pure android support and the 65 GB memory size availability. Put those elements of the phones together and the single device would be better than any one of the three.
Size, phablets are a blight on society :laugh: If the Nexus 6 were <5.2 I would've considered it, although it would be tough to give up my leather back
And the fact that, while Android L will add most of these, I find that the moto additions to stock android to be extremely value add.
Size is the true factor. In hind sight I would have likely gone with the turbo.
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Size and Bamboo!
Once I started reading that the Nexus would be designed based of the X, I figured why wait and also the bamboo back is just awesome.
You do lose quick Android updates, but to be honest, this thing stock is just as good as any phone I've ever used.
I've been spoiled by CM ever since I've had an Android device, but couldn't be happier with my choice to get the Moto X.
I went with the X for the size and close to stock Android feel. That nexus 6 is just too damn big.
5.9 too much, too expensive compared to the X, dont need all that battery, too much screen on QHD
The X is all i need, enough battery and moto maker.
And yes the 805 and the 801 are pretty much the same
I went with the Moto X since I needed a new phone. With today's announcement, I'm glad I bought it. The N6, being 5.96 inches in screen size is so darn big. The price is too high. For 64gb, I would be spending probably $700. I could get a financing plan through T-Mobile but still, that's expensive. Being a tech geek though, it's still tempting
The thing n6 has is the better camera sensor, imx214. Moto X has imx115 or whatever (older). N6 has OIS also. Also, the fact n6 has a 64gb option is good. Let's not forget lte band 12
I'll wait until 64bit chips and 4gb ram phones are out. QHD will probably be the standard next year
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As someone earlier said, the Nexus 6 is essentially a Moto X Note. You have multiple size options and price points, Motorola played this one well. Moto G, Moto X, Nexus 6
For us crackflashers/hackers/wannabe Developers it is a bummer since the Moto X is not unlockable and rootable (atleast not yet). However Motorola was smart not to make a phone that would compete directly with the one they just created....with better specs.
Verizon. Need I say more.
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GatorsUF said:
As someone earlier said, the Nexus 6 is essentially a Moto X Note. You have multiple size options and price points, Motorola played this one well. Moto G, Moto X, Nexus 6
For us crackflashers/hackers/wannabe Developers it is a bummer since the Moto X is not unlockable and rootable (atleast not yet). However Motorola was smart not to make a phone that would compete directly with the one they just created....with better specs.
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You could even say that theres the Moto X 2013 for someone looking for a cheaper, smaller and still very very good flagship phone.
So you have the Moto E & Moto G for budget/entry devices, the X 2013 for cheaper and smaller flagship, the X 2014 for the new flagship device and the Nexus 6 for a phablet
After all every Motorola phone its pretty much a Nexus device
For those who want woodback for their Nexus 6, ToastMade will eventually release a woodback for it, so no worry there.
I actually was looking forward to buying the Nexus 6 as backup device for my Moto X, to use as a tablet and backup phone. At $649 I would get it as my primary device, which I will not since it's too large, but not as a backup device. So I bought a used Nexus 7 for ablet instead.
For back up phone, I think I will just get the Sprint Moto X 2013 and GSM unlock it, or a Nexus 5.
6 inch screen is way too big. Super happy with my moto x and leather back and green accents. As everyone else said, I will miss the unlocked boot loader and all that but I can live without it. Stock moto x is a great phone.
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The design of the Moto X just really appeals to me more than the Nexus 6 did, from what I could tell of the many leaks and teasers. There's something wonderfully different about having a high-tech phone with a visibly wooden back. The Nexus 6 is just another plastic device. As soon as I found out the Nexus was going to be closer to phablet size I knew it wasn't for me. Moto X is a great size for me.
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You do lose quick Android updates (...)
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No, you don't!
Previous phone was a Samsung Galaxy S 3 International, originally decided to wait to see what the next Nexus was all about.
Saw that it was a phone for whales, bought Moto X.
Speaking of which, whats this Pure edition stuff people keep mentioning about?
I'm looking for a replacement Android phone. I'm off contract, so I'm buying it outright.
I've basically narrowed my selection down to the Moto G 2014 or the Moto X 2013. They're available for very close to the same price where I live. (Canada).
My wife and I share the phone. She's not a power user, and I work from home in front of a computer all day. A decent camera is a priority--how does the 10MP on the X (but with clearpixel) compare with the 8MP on the G?
I like the idea of the always-listening voice commands on the Moto X, as well as the wrist-flip to wake the camera and the low-power notifications, but it looks like the new G has better battery life and possibly a nicer screen.
Anyone know whether Lollipop on the 2013 Moto X will allow for customizable phrases? I don't really want to be saying "OK Google Now" to wake it up all the time...
To summarise:
The camera, screen and storage options are better on the G.
The multitasking, battery life, and features (Touchless control / active notifications) are better on the X.
Which to buy depends on what you need from your device. If camera is important go for the G, if your a power user go for the X.
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akuma2012 said:
To summarise:
The camera, screen and storage options are better on the G.
The multitasking, battery life, and features (Touchless control / active notifications) are better on the X.
Which to buy depends on what you need from your device. If camera is important go for the G, if your a power user go for the X.
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Nope, battery life sucks on the X. I used to barely touch 4hours SOT and i.e. with location off and low brightness.
Currently have a G 2014 and I've location on and auto brightness, easily get 5 and a half plus hours of SOT.
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cbf123 said:
I'm looking for a replacement Android phone. I'm off contract, so I'm buying it outright.
I've basically narrowed my selection down to the Moto G 2014 or the Moto X 2013. They're available for very close to the same price where I live. (Canada).
My wife and I share the phone. She's not a power user, and I work from home in front of a computer all day. A decent camera is a priority--how does the 10MP on the X (but with clearpixel) compare with the 8MP on the G?
I like the idea of the always-listening voice commands on the Moto X, as well as the wrist-flip to wake the camera and the low-power notifications, but it looks like the new G has better battery life and possibly a nicer screen.
Anyone know whether Lollipop on the 2013 Moto X will allow for customizable phrases? I don't really want to be saying "OK Google Now" to wake it up all the time...
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If you can get a good deal for the 64gigs variant of the Moto X like say 300$, go for it. Otherwise the G is the phone for you.
Something must be wrong with your X. The X is nearly a year older but easily pulls in 4.5 to 5 hours of sot. Even with 4g, active notifications etc. Therefore comparatively the battery is better. When I first got the device 5.5 hours sot was the norm. In 1 year time due to the smaller battery you would be lucky to get 4 hours sot with the G.
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I have no idea why anyone would recommend anything other than the X if you can find it at a decent price. The X can be had for about 250 on ebay easily.
It has better camera, cpu, ram, hardware contruction, LTE and does have full day battery life. Not to mention the exclusive moto features like always listening and active display which are downright awesome.
Yes the G has a memory slot and slightly better battery but its a cheap budget phone while the moto x was a flagship. Last years Moto X was tripple the price of a g at launch because it was a premium phone. There is litterally nothing else better about the g.
The camera of the 2013 X is inferior to the 2014 G. Bottom line.
Source? I have used both 2013 G and X and the X is a much better camera.
All reading I have done shows the 2014 models are very similar in camera quality to their 2013 counterparts.
Had an X, use two lines and got tired of carrying two phones, been looking for a close to stock android dual as I was tired of Samsung crap. Finally got a way to order the G"14 dual and went for it, like it very much as the dual Sim implementation is nicely done and the phone is quite good, not with its caveats but nice for the price. Now, I REALLY MISS MY X, this G, nice and all is not even close in almost every aspect. Once you get used to active notifications is hard to live without it. Get the X, won't regret it.
At least you can look forward to ambient display when you get lollipop.
BTW for the op and others. Good deal on the x http://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Motorol...2GB-4-1-GSM-Unlocked-US-Warranty/221595159583
I believe it was due this month some time.
I was wondering the same thing? I'm hoping this will help us get some of the moto x features (since they are better implementations) on the nexus 6.
Yeah, I've been wondering about the release too.
If this caused some of the Moto X goodies to come our way...
Seriously, I'd be excited as all hell.
I love my Nexus 6, but there are so many things about it/Lollipop that I think this could fix.
Priority Notifications instead of vibrate is annoying
No called twice option to push through a call
Active display isn't near as good as my wife's Gen 1 moto x
Well, it has now gotten an unboxing. It can't be long now.
https://plus.google.com/106984013892934805292/posts/DKXkGMJ6gzs
Xt1115 I can't find what bands it supports but hopefully we can just port over the framework and apps