The next Moto phone may be a throwback to 2015. Motorola is rumored to bring back the Moto X series with the Moto X4. And thanks to a leak by Android Authority, we have some new details. The midrange Moto X4 will reportedly get dual rear cameras, 4K video capabilities and IP68 dust and water …
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It’s time to upgrade to a new phone. So what do you do with your old one? If you’re like me, you probably have a drawer full of old smartphones collecting dust. You could always trade them in for cash, but unless you have a newer Android phone or an iPhone, you probably won’t get much for it. What should …
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The Moto Z3 Play is now an actual real thing we’ve had our hands on! It arrives this summer for $499 with an extra battery pack. After unboxing and setting up the Moto Z2 Force, what’s next? Well, you can practice dropping it with confidence the screen won’t shatter. Then you can practice putting a Moto Mod on it without triggering …
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There’s nothing I like better than getting a good deal. And luckily for wireless customers there are tons of great deals to be had not only on wireless plans but phones, too. While Apple and Samsung still charge top dollar for their flagship handsets, there are several manufacturers making budget phones that cost less than $200. How do these bargain-basement …
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Were you expecting Google’s Pixel 2 to have a bold new design? Don’t count on it. Reputable phone leaker Evan Blass has just revealed two pictures of what’s very likely to be Google’s next phone, and it looks decidedly like the flagship phone we know (and loved) starting last October. While Google head of hardware Rick Osterloh had previously confirmed …
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Now playing: Watch this: We dropped the Moto Z2 Force like it’s hot 3:40 Twenty-eight. That’s how many times we dropped the Motorola Moto Z2 Force to test the claims of its shatter-resistant screen. ShatterShield, the name for Motorola’s hardcoat layer, promises that the display won’t shatter or crack when dropped at a height of 4 or 5 feet. And …
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CNET’s Cheapskate scours the web for great deals on PCs, phones, gadgets and much more. Questions about the Cheapskate blog? Find the answers on our FAQ page. Find more great buys on the CNET Deals page and follow the Cheapskate on Twitter! Now playing: Watch this: The Motorola Moto G5 Plus makes it look easy 2:04 As I’ve mentioned, oh, several …
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Now playing: Watch this: Battle of the Motorola budget phones: G5 Plus vs. E4 2:09 Australian millionaire Tim Gurner caused a social media storm earlier this year when he criticized millennials for buying avocado toast and four-dollar coffee instead of saving money. But if you like such edible amenities, giving them up to save money is difficult. Fortunately, you don’t …
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The upcoming 10th anniversary iPhone is expected to be impressive — but also pricey. With that device rumored to reach well above $1,000, CNET delved into some cheaper alternatives, including the Moto E4 and Moto G5 Plus. We also weighed in on the highly anticipated Tesla Model 3 launch this past Friday, and match it against the Chevy Bolt. The …
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I’ve been an iPhone user since the beginning. Occasionally I’ve dabbled in Android, but my brain just likes iOS better. My wallet, however, is increasingly frustrated. Although I’ve been perfectly happy with my iPhone 6S Plus, which I purchased nearly two years ago, the $849 price tag caused me considerable pain. Today’s equivalent — the 7 Plus with 128GB — …
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