While waiting for the event that Motorola prepares for September 4 (five in Spain), more and more details are being known about what will be one of the terminals that will be the game in said presentation. We refer to Motorola G2, a model that is again intended for the Midrange.
What has now become known through an image is the box in which the phone will arrive in stores, by which we refer to the so-called “retail”. This confirms that some stores have already begun to receive the devices (basically it can be seen that the taking has been made in a warehouse). And, specifically, the image comes from Flipkart, an Indian company that is one of the largest in that country that works with technological devices.
Therefore, it is not unreasonable to think that the Motorola Moto G2 could go on sale on next September 10 as some sources have announced. It is true that it is not usual for the models that are presented at an event to reach stores quickly, but it seems that there are many companies that they want to bet on doing this, like Motorola itself or Samsung. In addition, various leaks place the launch at the fair IFA in Berlin, which fits with immediate availability in a matter of days.
What is expected of the Motorola Moto G2
The truth is that the expectations regarding this terminal are great, since the model it is replacing has obtained good sales and a recognized prestige in the market due to its Great value for the price. In other words, the bar is very high.
In order to satisfy everyone, it seems that the Motorola G2 will arrive with a screen of five inches, higher than the previous phone, and that would maintain a resolution of 720p. Regarding the processor, it seems that the bet remains on the Snapdragon 400 –the truth is, it would be much more logical to opt for the 410, which would increase performance somewhat, especially with games–. In addition, everything points to the camera, one of the Achilles heels of the previous Moto G, would improve with a sensor 8 megapixels And, when it comes to RAM, many are betting that 1 GB will remain, but some sources say that this amount could be higher.
From the most consistent leaks, additional details emerge that help to draw the whole picture more accurately: the chipset would be accompanied by the GPU Adreno 305, the system would be 4.4.4 Android KitKat practically pure (which would favor a fast update), and the storage would start from 8 GB with slot for microSD up to 32GB on select variants.
- Screen: 5-inch IPS, 720p, ~294 ppi and Gorilla Glass 3 for greater resistance.
- Unlimited: Snapdragon 400 (4×1,2 GHz Cortex‑A7) and Adreno 305 graphics, enough for apps and games mid-range.
- Conference proceedings: 1GB LPDDR2 RAM and 8GB internal, with the option of microSD in compatible variants.
- Cameras: 8 MP rear camera with f/2.0 aperture, HDR y digital stabilization; 2 MP front camera with 720p video.
- Audio: dual front speaker and two microphones for noise reduction.
- YES: versions dual SIM for selected markets.
- BatterySources point to 2070 mAh in the 3G model; higher capacity is considered in later 4G variants.
Launch, availability and strategy
The images on the retail box reinforce the hypothesis of a very close deploymentVarious distributors indicate that they would receive stock between the end of August and the beginning of September with the intention of starting sales on September 10. This window fits with a presentation in IFA (Berlin), which would allow Motorola to showcase the device and enable its purchase in a matter of days, an increasingly common strategy to capitalize on the event's anticipation.
In markets like India, where Flipkart It is a key channel, logistics would already be in place, something that has historically anticipated staggered global launches. If this plan is fulfilled, the Moto G2 would try to compete in the middle of the season big announcements, taking advantage of the media momentum without being overshadowed.
Estimated price and positioning in the mid-range
Regarding the price, it seems that this could reach 250 euros (something that could be a mistake, since it is higher than expected if we take into account what the model it replaces offers, and we must not forget that its low cost was one of its great attractions). Industry sources agree that it would exceed the cost of the original Moto G (which moved in steps of 179 / 199 euros according to storage), justifying the difference by a combination of bigger screen, best cameraOption dual SIM and the inclusion of microSD and 4G options on some variants.
- Price: the philosophy of would be maintained quality / price ratio, but with a higher step.
- Target audiences: users looking for almost pure Android and quick updates without paying high-end prices.
Expected connectivity and user experience
On mobile connections, compatibility with 2G / 3G (HSPA+), leaving the 4G for specific variants. Added to this are Wi‑Fi b/g/n (2,4 GHz) with hotspot and Wi-Fi Direct, Bluetooth 4.0 with A2DP and LE, GPS assisted with support GLONASS, microUSB 2.0 and connector of 3,5 mm for audio. It is also expected FM radio, a much appreciated addition in this range, and the absence of NFC and infrared.
The sensors section would include accelerometer, proximity, ambient light, compass, and gyroscope, enough to ensure a smooth experience in navigation, casual gaming, and basic augmented reality. In addition to the protection Gorilla Glass 3 Since its polycarbonate construction makes the set a resistant terminal, comfortable in hand and with more direct frontal sound than the competition.
Be that as it may, it seems that the arrival of the Motorola Moto G2 on the market is much closer than one might think, as the photo of its packaging indicates. Incidentally, regarding the price, it seems it could reach 250 euros (which could be a mistake, as it's higher than expected considering the price of the model it replaces, and we mustn't forget that its low cost was one of its main attractions).
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