Initial Moto X review reveals a competent device in the next-generation smartphone race, and Motorola innovates with features that are truly useful.
Any Moto X review will likely be overshadowed by the anticipation for the heavyweights in next-generation smartphones, the offerings from Apple, Samsung, and Sony considered. That being said, Motorola's next flagship device holds its own against the competition with nifty, innovative features.
The new Moto X carries the name of its predecessor, with the device previously rumored as Moto X+1. The Moto X name will hold, though, and will be referred to as "second-generation" for comparisons.
BGR reviews the new Motorola as an innovation in build and design. Though the specs won't make anyone bat an eyelash, these are worth noting nonetheless.
"The display on the new model is a 5.2-inch full HD 1080p screen, and there is now a 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon 801 processor powering the Moto X along with 2GB of RAM."
The BGR Moto X review also confirms the Moto X edges are built from a single piece of metal, serving as antenna similar to the iPhone 4.
Motorola stepped up on the iPhone 4's technology with dynamic tuning, though, which maximizes reception by adjusting to how the user is holding the device. The signal is always concentrated on the exposed areas on the antenna.
The Moto X comes in a wild, wide variety of 16 colors, and for those who prefer a more premium build, there's four wood and leather options for an additional cost. Custom design is available via the Moto Maker, on the Motorola website.
Moto X offers four main features, which are novelties unique to the device. Moto Voice offers hands-free voice operation, comes with customizable voice prompts. Moto Assist adjusts settings to your preference and needs, such as automatically switching to silent mode on meetings.
Moto Display allows you to check time or messages without unlocking the device or waking up the screen, and Moto Actions go beyond touch, anticipating your gestures and allowing you to make commands without touching the screen.
The usual Moto X review won't wow anyone with groundbreaking features, but these are novel enough to actually be of use. "Motorola is trying to make a Goldilocks phone once again," and it's "everything its predecessor was... and then some." (cnet.com)
