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Spec Battle: Lenovo Vibe X3 vs Asus Zenfone 2 vs Moto X Play vs Huawei Honor 7
Lenovo today launched its flagship Vibe X3 smartphone in India. The device comes packed with a ton of features and improvements over its predecessor including a brand new design language and ergonomics.
The Vibe X3 comes with a 5.5-inch full HD 1080p IPS display with Gorilla Glass 3 protection. It will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor, Adreno 418 GPU and 3GB of RAM. Internal storage is at 32GB which is expandable up to 128GB via MicroSD card slot.
On the photography front, the Vibe X3 will come equipped a 21-megapixel PDAF rear camera featuring Sony IMX230 sensor with 6P lens and f/2.0 aperture, phase detection autofocus and 4K video recording. The device also has a Pro Mode and Smart Assist feature which suggests best framing angle for a picture. On the front is an 8-megapixel camera.
We compare the Vibe X3 which is priced at Rs 19,999 with a few phones with similar price tags and specifications to see which one does better. Have a look at the table below.
Specs
Lenovo Vibe X3
Asus Zenfone 2
Moto X Play
Huawei Honor 7
Display 5.5-inch Full HD, Gorilla Glass 3 5.5-inch Full-HD 5.5 inch, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 5.2-inch FHD display (423ppi). Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels (401ppi) 1080×1920 pixels (401ppi) 1080 x 1920 pixels (~403 ppi pixel density) 1080 x 1920 pixels (~424 ppi) Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 processor 2.3GHz quad-core Intel Z3580 Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 64-bit octa-core Kirin 935 GPU Adreno 418 PowerVR G6430 Adreno 405 Mali-T628 MP4 RAM 3GB 4GB 2 GB 3GB Storage 32GB 64GB 32GB 16GB Rear Camera 21-megapixel PDAF, Sony IMX230 sensor with 6P lens and f/2.0 aperture 13MP, AF, dual LED flash 21 MP rear, auto-HDR, dual-LED flash 20MP PDAF Front Camera 8MP 5MP 5MP 8MP Expandability Up to 128 GB via MicroSD Up to 64GB 128GB MicroSD card slot Up to 128GB via MicroSD Battery 3500mAh 3000mAh 3,630mAh 3,100mAh Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, Bluetooth v4.1, A-GPS, GLONASS, NFC, microUSB v2.0 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, hotspot, bluetooth v4.0, NFC Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-bandBluetooth v4.0, Micro USB v2.0 Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, WiFi Direct, hotspot, bluetooth v4.1, NFC OS Android 5.0 Lollipop Android 5.0 Lollipop Android 5.0 Lollipop Android 5.0 Lollipop with EM UI 3.1 on top Price Rs 19,999 Rs. 17,999 Rs 19,999 Rs 22,999 -
Moto X Style and Moto X Play: Unboxing and Hands On
The newest Motorola device on the block, Moto X Style, was launched in the country last week, and is up for grabs starting 12 AM on 14th-15th October. The phone is mostly a style variant of the Moto X Play which was launched in India last month.
Moto X Play comes with changeable back covers available in different colours. This is a feature Moto X Style falls short of as its body is a single, non-detachable unit.
The two phones are quite similar on the specs front with X Style not having much to add to X Play. If anything, Style is lower on the battery front with a 3,000 mAh bettery than Play at 3,630 mAh. Style is slightly bigger and heavier than Play and is priced much higher.
Moto X Style The cameras of both phones are marked at 21 MP. The main difference is in the front camera – Style comes equipped with a flash in the front camera as well while Play doesn’t.
Moto X Play The specs of the two phones are as follows:
Specification Moto X Style Moto X Play Display 5.7 inch, TFT LCD, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 5.5 inch, Capacitive touchscreen, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Resolution 1440 x 2560 pixels (~520 ppi pixel density) 1080 x 1920 pixels (~403 ppi pixel density) Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon 808 SOC Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 Processor 1.8 GHz Hexa-core 1.7 GHz Octa-core CPU Dual-core 1.8 GHz Cortex-A57 & quad-core 1.44 GHz Cortex-A53 Quad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 GPU Adreno 418 Adreno 405 RAM 3 GB 2 GB Storage 16 GB/ 32 GB/ 64 GB 16 GB/ 32 GB Expandability 128 GB with microSD card 128 GB with microSD card Rear Camera 21 MP with an f/2.0 aperture 21 MP rear, auto-HDR, dual-LED flash Front Camera 5 MP with flash 5 MP Battery 3,000 mAh 3,630 mAh battery Operating System Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) Android 5.1.1 (Lollipop) Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/ b/ g/ n/ ac, GPS, NFC, Bluetooth v 4.10, GSM, 3G, 4G/ LTE Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-bandBluetooth v4.0, Micro USB v2.0 Price Rs. 29,999 for 16 GB and Rs. 31,999 for 32 GB Rs. 18,499 for 16 GB and Rs. 19,999 32 GB -
Motorola Says Moto X Style is ‘Coming Very Soon’ To India
New reports have suggested that Motorola will release the Moto X Style in India soon. There are no confirmed dates for the said device, however this is what was tweeted by the company :
Get ready to live life to the fullest & party in 15 minutes flat with the Moto X Style. Coming very soon! pic.twitter.com/7b9JgGtPPP
— Motorola India (@motorolaindia) October 2, 2015
That doesn’t seem too bad at all, since they’re already tweeting about it, we can probably expect the process to begin soon.
Why should you be excited about the new Moto X Style? Well, apart from being a high-end phone, it is an upgrade from the X Play that Motorola has brought to India in September. It is powered by the Snapdragon 808 processor, contains a 3GB of RAM and flaunts and display that is larger than 5.7 inches. The display is further enhanced by a QHD (2560×1440) resolution too. The Moto X Style will come with a 21MP rear camera and dual SIM support. The only down side of this phone is that it features a smaller battery.
Till now this is all we know. However, we will bring you the latest updates and official announcement of the release dates as soon as it’s out.
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Spec Battle: Moto X Play vs OnePlus 2
Motorola launched the Moto X Play in India today. The smartphone packs in a lot for a starting price of Rs 18,499 for the 16 GB variant.
The Moto X Play boasts of features that are sure to excite the masses. With a 21 MP camera, 3630 mAh battery, and expandable memory up to 128 GB, the Moto X Play is definitely worth its price. Other features include a 5.5 inch screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Snapdragon 615, and an Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU.
When comparing it to the OnePlus 2 that was released last month, we found that the Moto X Play has a lot more going for it. Take a look at the specs yourself.
Specs
Moto X Play
OnePlus 2
Display 5.5 inch, Capacitive touchscreen, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 5.5-inch, LTPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, Corning Gorilla Glass Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 403 ppi 1080 x 1920 pixels, 401 ppi Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810 v2.1 Processor Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 Quad-core 1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 2 GHz Cortex-A57 GPU Adreno 405 Adreno 430 RAM 2 GB 3/4 GB Storage 16 GB/ 32 GB 16 GB/ 64 GB Camera 21 MP rear, auto-HDR, dual-LED flash 13 MP with OIS, laser autofocus, dual-LED flash Expandability MicroSD expandable up to 128 GB N/A Battery 3630 mAh battery Non-removable Li-Po 3300 mAh battery Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band Bluetooth v4.0, Micro USB v2.0
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot Bluetooth v4.1, A2DP, Micro USB, Type-C reversible connector
OS Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop) Android OS, v5.1 (Lollipop) Price 18499 (16 GB), 19999 (32 GB) 22,999 (16 GB), Rs 24,999 (64 GB) As we can see above, the Moto X Play offers a lot more for a lot less. In the camera and battery department, the Moto X Play has the OnePlus 2 beat, at least on paper. Added to this is the the Moto X Play’s microSD card that allows up to 128 GB more memory, whereas the OnePlus 2 does not. The OnePlus 2 received some flak for its non-removable battery, non-expandable storage, and a regular full-HD display. However, the OnePlus 2 comes with a Snapdragon 810 processor which is far superior than the 615 in Moto X Play. While the former delivers on performance, the latter promises experience.
Both handsets are designed for comfort and offer similar resolution. However, with the Moto X Play starting at a fairly low price of Rs 18,499, and offering a variety of changeable colored back covers, the appeal is greater. Which smartphone would you choose? Let us know in the comments below.
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Hands on Moto X Play
With Motorola’s launch of the newest gen Moto X Play edition in India, the company is showing that it is keeping India’s price conscious consumer in mind. Motorola has stabbed competition from the Chinese region, with this one.
The new Moto X Play has been launched in India starting at Rs.18499 for the 16 GB variant and Rs.19999 for the 32 GB variant.
Build Quality is top notch on the new Motorola devices, with the new X built on a metal chassis and on the outside a metal rim. The front has a Gorilla Glass 3 protected display which also counters down on either side of the phone, which feels great to use and avoids the pointy edges of the metal rim from hurting your fingers. The Moto X play is ip52 rated water resistant and can easily resist splashes or basic water damage. The back panes are replaceable too, Motorola calls them “shells”, these can be bought and swapped out to give a different look or material finish to the handset. Available in wood and leather as well, it allows the user to buy the phone at a lower price than add a cover to improve the finish and aesthetics, later on.
On the inside, is a new set of hardware, while the Qualcomm Snapdragon 615 Octa-Core chipset has been seen on a variety of handsets, it seems like a good fit for the Moto X. Supporting it is 2 GB of RAM and 16 / 32 GB storage options along with expandability via micro SD.
Interestingly the 21 MP snapper is quick and snappy, but does not support 4k video, as the chipset may not manage to moderate the heat generated during capture. 1080p video is the maximum you will get and that too only at 30fps.
The new Moto X comes with a massive 3630 mAh battery and a turbo power charger , allowing for a quick charge and giving you multiple hours of usage in just minutes of charging. Motorola seems to have found the right mix of hardware and pricing. For India’s low price market, One Plus and Xiaomi need to rethink their strategy, as Motorola’s aggressive pricing for the Moto X play while cost them some major sales.
Stay tuned for our full review.
Specifications
Moto X Play (2015)
Display 5.5 inches, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Resolution FHD, 1920 x 1080 pixels Chipset Qualcomm Snapdragon615 Processor Quad-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 GPU Adreno 405 RAM 2GB Storage 16 GB / 32 GB Expandable Upto 128 GB Rear Camera 21 MP Front Camera 5 MP Video 1080p HD video, 30 fps Battery 3630 mAh Operating System Android 5.1.1 Lollipop Connectivity Bluetooth v4.0, A2DP, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, GPS, AGPS, GLONASS
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
LTE band 1(2100), 3(1800), 7(2600), 20(800)Price Rs. 18499 for 16GB anf Rs 19,999 for 32 GB -
Motorola Releases the Moto X Play in India
The mid-range Moto X Play has finally arrived in India. Like other Motorola smartphones before, the X Play will be available exclusively on Flipkart starting at Rs 18,499. The Moto range for 2015 includes two variants, the Moto X Play and the Moto X Style which is scheduled to come out later this month.
While the X Style will focus on design, the X Play is built for experience. The Moto X Play will have a 21-megapixel primary camera with dual-LED flash, and a 5-megapixel front camera. The rear camera will have an auto-HDR mode, which means the camera will automatically adapt to the conditions so you won’t have to spend time adjusting the settings manually. The phone will come with a standard HD quality video with 1080p at 30fps.
What the Moto X Play boasts of is its 3630 mAh battery, which will give you plenty of juice between charges. Both the Moto X Play and the X Style will have a microSD slot expandable up to 128 GB. This is welcomed as many smartphones today refuse to come with an SD slot. Other features include a 5.5 inch screen with Corning Gorilla Glass 3, Snapdragon 615, and an Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 CPU.
In terms of value for money, we think the Moto X Play packs in a lot. The camera and battery life are its main attraction and is a good choice for those who like to play a lot of games on the go and still expect to have enough battery life for the rest of the day.
The design of the X Play is pretty solid with a textured back that has a rubbery finish, which feels comfortable in your hand. The back panel can be swapped for a different coloured one depending on your mood that day. The feisty phone will be available on Flipkart from midnight onwards so the wait isn’t long either.
Watch out for the Moto X Play hands on video and more information about it, today.
Specs
Display 5.5 inch, Corning Gorilla Glass 3 Resolution 1080 x 1920 pixels, 403 ppi Chipset Qualcomm MSM8939 Snapdragon 615 Processor Octa-core 1.7 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.0 GHz Cortex-A53 GPU Adreno 405 RAM 2 GB Storage 16 GB/ 32 GB OS Android OS, v5.1.1 (Lollipop) Camera 21 MP rear, auto-HDR, dual-LED flash5 MP front Expandability MicroSD, up to 128 Connectivity Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-bandBluetooth v4.0, Micro USB v2.0, Type-C reversible connector Battery 3630 mAh battery Price 18499 (16 GB), 19999 (32 GB) -
Top 4 Phones You Can Buy Instead of the iPhone 6s
While we’re all talking about the iPhone 6s, let’s also speak about it’s practicality today. Is it still a phone worth buying and burning a hole through our pockets when we have other smartphones such as the OnePlus 2, the S6 Edge +, the Moto X Play and the Nexus 5 – all of which feature similar specifications as the iPhone 6s and yet come at an easier price.
Briefly put, the iPhone 6s comes with a 4.7 inch display with 1334 X 750-pixel resolution at 326 ppi resolution. It comes with the force touch technology and an A9 processor. It has an upgraded 12MP camera and an optical image stabilization technology. It has storage options of up to 128GB and a relatively normal battery life that haven’t been specified yet.The physical dimensions of the iPhone are pretty slick and slim. It is afterall the ‘cool’ smartphone. It has an aluminum build and overall looks like a ‘million bucks’, and guess what else? It also costs a ‘million bucks’ (the phrase not the actual amount). Now let us have a look at a couple of other phones which have similar features and specifications. The best part about these ‘other’ smartphones is that you don’t have to take a bank loan to buy it.
The OnePlus 2
Mind blowing Chinese smartphone, which is even exclusive (just in case you care about that kind of stuff). It offers a 5.5 inch display with 1080 x 1920 pixels resolution, and is protected by the Corning Gorilla Glass 4. It weighs 175 g and measures 151.8 x 74.9 x 9.9 mm. It runs on the Android OS, v5.1 (Lollipop), has a Quad-core 1.56 GHz Cortex-A53 & Quad-core 1.82 GHz Cortex-A57 CPU and an Adreno 430 GPU. It has two storage variants – 16 GB with 3 GB RAM and 64 GB with 4 GB RAM and is powered by the Qualcomm MSM8994 Snapdragon 810. It has a 13MP rear camera and a 5MP front camera, which is more than the iPhone 6s’s 12MP rear camera and to end this description – it also comes with a 3300 mAh battery.
Now apart from the fact that it doesn’t have Apple’s super fluid OS, this phone is pretty awesome, and it comes at Rs.Rs 22,999/ 24,999 for the two different variants respectively.
The Moto X Play
The Moto X Play is expected to launch in India on the 14th of September promises to offer a 5.5 inch FullHD display, a Snapdragon 615 chipset and 2GB of RAM. Along with this it is fueled by a 3,650mAh battery pack which is allegedly good for 48 hours of mixed use and fast-charging. This smartphone is expected to be priced at around Rs.19,892. Oh and this phone has a 21-megapixel rear camera with dual-tone LED flash. Yeah. That’s right – 21MP not 12MP. One last thing about the storage, it comes in two variants – 16GB /32GB internal memory, expandable memory up to 128GB with microSD. There you go – 128GB memory, 21MP camera, better battery all at a speculated price of Rs.19,892. Even if this price goes up, it still won’t be anywhere close to Rs.60,000.
Samsung Galaxy S6
Yes, it is necessary for a Samsung phone to be in this list, because like it or not, they are catching up to the iPhone. So this particular handset comes with a 5.1-inch super AMOLED capacitive touchscreen with 1440 x 2560 pixels resolution and 577 ppi pixel density. Runs on the Android v5.0.2 Lollipop operating system with a 2550mAH lithium-ion battery. It also has a 16MP primary camera with optical image stabilization, auto focus, LED flash and 5MP front facing camera and comes with a storage capacity of 32/64/128 GB with 3 GB RAM. There you go, almost all of the iPhone 6s specifications at a price of Rs.37,390 on Amazon.
Nexus 5: This upcoming phone is expected to have a 5.2 inch HD P-OLED display and a 64GB internal storage with 4GB of RAM. The rear camera is expected to come with 13MP rear camera, f/1.8 aperture, laser autofocus, optical image stabilization, and dual-tone LED flash along with a 4MP front selfie camera with Iris detection. It might also have a 3,180mAh with wireless charging capabilities and is speculated to be priced at Rs. 25,600.
Now, honestly if you go to see, today the iPhone is not an unfathomable or game changing phone. Any Chinese vendor today can create something similar, even the Force Touch technology which seems to be missing in all the above phones. But honestly, who needs force touch? Most Android users actually have a happy life without it. It’s a strange and unimaginable thought for the iOS user but it’s true. Life goes on without having a crazy camera, or an exclusive phone that could potentially cost you more than mortgage payment does today.
We’d love to hear what you think in the comments below.
