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  1. Android News

    Motorola says you can't unlock the bootloader of the Amazon Prime exclusive Moto G4

    Amazon recently started selling a version of the Moto G4 and would show you ads on the lock screen as a way to subsidize the price. Some were wondering if the bootloader could be unlocked on these devices but now Motorola has officially said these bootloaders cannot be unlocked.
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    Moto G4 and G4 Plus review says they're still the best budget phones you can buy

    A new review of the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus is out. In it, the devices are praised for offering competent smartphone experiences at a budget price, though some shortcomings -- such as stale software and hardware design -- hold them back a bit.
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    Moto G4 and G4 Plus review says they're bigger and mostly better

    Devindra of Engadget just published his review of the Moto G4 and the Moto G4 Plus and he feels the Moto G4 Plus finally gives the budget crowd a choice of a good camera. Pros - Inexpensive - Large, vibrant screen - Solid performance for the price Cons - Camera suffers severely in low...
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    Motorola's Moto G4 and G4 Plus can now be customized with Moto Maker

    Want to buy a Motorola Moto G4 or G4 Plus that's tailor made just for you? You can now customize MOtorola's mid-range smartphone with Moto Maker and choose the color of the front and back panels, the accent trim and even add a custom greeting when the phone turns on.
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    Remove Amazon's Lock Screen Ads from the BLU R1 HD & Moto G4 with a third-party lock screen

    Amazon recently partnered with BLU and Motorola to sell modified versions of the R1 HD and Moto G4 which included Amazon ads on the lock screen of the phone. The catch is that the devices were discounted for consumers. While we all like getting a deal, not many people like staring at ads all day...
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    DEAL: Pre-order the 64GB Motorola Moto G4 Plus and get a $50 instant rebate

    If you're planning on pre-ordering the Motorola Moto G4 Plus, you should do it from Amazon. The online retailed is offering a $50 instant rebate on the 64GB model, but you do have to choose the white color option if you want the reduced price. With the $50 rebate applied, the total price of the...
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    Moto G4 Plus review says the device is an honorary Nexus and a solid, capable phone

    GSMArena has published its review of the Moto G4 and gives it high remarks for the camera, battery life and build quality. The device could have used a better processor, but everything else is fluid.
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    Lenovo Moto G4 review says it finally reached maturity

    A new review of the Moto G4 says it's finally delivered the type of specs that makes people happy to buy it at its low price point. The user experience, specs, and build quality are said to make it a really pleasing experience.
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    Amazon is offering steep discounts on phones if you accept ads on your lock screen

    Amazon is looking to subsidize unlocked phones bought through their store. The company will offer $50 discounts on select phones if the user agrees to have ads on their homescreen and Amazon apps pre-installed. The move will first be trialed with the Moto G4 and the Blu R1 HD.
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    DEAL: You can get a $50 gift card from Best Buy or B&H for your Moto G4/Moto G4 Plus pre-order

    Earlier today, Motorola announced they have started accepting pre-orders for the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. However, you can also pre-order it from Best Buy, B&H or Amazon as well. Best Buy and B&H have both announced they will give you a $50 gift card if you pre-order the device from them. Best...
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    Moto G4 arrives in India with $185 price tag

    The Moto G4 is now available in India, selling for INR 12,499 (roughly $185 USD). The phone is equipped with a 5.5-inch 1080p display, Snapdragon 617 processor, 2GB of RAM, 16GB of internal storage, microSD card slot (up to 128GB), 13MP main camera, 5MP front-facing shooter and a 3,000 mAh...
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    The Moto G4 heading to India on June 22

    According to a Tweet from Motorola India, the Moto G4 will be making an appearance in the country on June 22 as an Amazon Exclusive. Pricing details are still not available, but the phone should be substantially cheaper than the G4 Plus which went on sale last month in India.
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    Motorola releases kernel source code for both the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus

    With the release of the Motorola G4 family, the Lenovo-owned company has now released the kernel source code for both the G4 and the G4 Plus.
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    Moto G4 Plus performance and camera highlighted in new ads

    Motorola has published new videos on its YouTube page which highlight what it believes to be the strengths of the Moto G4 Plus. The first video highlights its power and performance, while the second video takes a look at the camera capabilities.
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    A new video shows the Moto G4 reaching temperatures of 120 degrees while gaming

    The Moto G4 may be coming to everyone with a few complications. A YouTube video has surfaced where the device is put through its paces to see performance while gaming. However, the results are a little unsettling with the device reaching temperatures of 120 degrees.
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    Moto G4 ships with a 550mA charger, takes 5h 15min to completely charge

    Roland Quandt did some testing on his new Moto G4 and it turns out the device takes over 5 hours to charge from 3% to 100%. This is likely due to the charger that ships with it since it's only rated at 550mA, instead of the 1 to 2 amp chargers some devices ship with.
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    Moto G4, G4 Plus and G4 Play hit Motorola's US website

    After yesterday's unveiling of the Lenovo Moto G4 series, three G4 variants have magically appeared on Motorola's website in the US. The Moto G4, G4 Plus and G4 Play are listed as unlocked smartphone that will work on T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon or AT&T. And the best part is that the Lenovo Moto...
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    Motorola XT1622 and XT1642 pass through FCC, could be Moto G4 and G4 Plus

    Two new devices from Motorola have cross the desks at the FCC with suspicions of being the Moto G4 and Moto G4 Plus. The devices in question carry model numbers of XT1622 and XT1642, suggesting that these could very well be the upcoming Moto G4 and G4 Plus given that last year's Moto G3 was the...
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    Evan Blass shows off a rendered image of what could be the Moto G4

    As he usually does, @evleaks showed everyone yet another leak for the upcoming Moto G4 and with it, mentioned that this is the little brother to what could be the Moto G4 Plus that was shared back in April. The render doesn't show the bottom portion of the screen, but the background is running...
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    Amazon India will start selling Motorola's Moto G4 on May 17

    Motorola hasn't officially announced the Moto G4, but the company's Twitter account for India let slip that the phone will be available in India on May 17 and will be sold exclusively on Amazon India. Pricing details and the exact shipping date for the phone were not shared.
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    Motorola teases Moto G4 Plus camera on Twitter

    Motorola is teasing the Moto G4 Plus on Twitter with the following: "The autofocus ruined Stacy's 18th birthday picture. Stop #missing on milestones with a better camera. Coming soon!" While we have always anticipated an improved camera, this teaser seems to single out autofocus as a key...
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    Motorola Moto G4, G4 Plus unveiling set for May 17 in India

    Motorola has scheduled a press event for May 17 in India at which it is expected to unveil the Motorola Moto G4 and G4 Plus. Previous rumors pegged the launch of the two phones for June 9, but that date may actually coincide with the phone's retail launch date.
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    Lenovo says Motorola will launch an exciting phone June 9th

    At Lenovo's press event for the ZUK Z2 Pro today, the company apparently mentioned a forthcoming launch for the Moto brand, noting that it'll be "exciting." The company may be referring to the launch of the Moto G4 or Moto G4 Plus.
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    Photos of the Moto G4 give us a close look at the phone's design

    Two live images of the unannounced Motorola Moto G4 has hit the web, showing off the front and back of the phone. As detailed in previous rumors, the phone features a fingerprint sensor on the front. The back of the phone looks somewhat bland with a dark gray soft touch polycarbonate finish, the...