Review: Motorola Moto G5 Plus
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VoLTE
Will this be compatible with all carriers HD Voice systems?
I just purchased this phone after running over my LG V20 (long story) and I'm pleased to say, it's a really good phone for the budget price. I got it unlocked (direct from MOTO) and hooked it up with Sprint flawlessly (not sure why all those other pe...
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Solid phone
Motorola G5 Plus provides a solid phone with near stock Android. I purchased one with Amazon ads on Prime Day. I have not tried the camera yet, but also have Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge to compare it to. One unique feature is that it has Wifi calling, which combined with T Mobile service gets free calls to the U.S. from a Wifi hotspot almost anywhere in the world.
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Nice back up phone.
I wouldn't mind getting the G5 as a back up phone, or an interim replacement if I needed something in a hurry and wish to save up for something better.
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Poor Upgrade
This phone is too similar to the Moto G4 Plus, and is a step down as well as far as screen size goes, from 5.5 inch to 5.2 inch. Processor is a step from the 617 to the 625, however almost everything else about the phone is nearly identical. I have a Moto G4 Plus and it's a great phone, but I would not consider upgrading to this one.
I actually like that it's smaller, it's easier to hold & operate with one hand (I even wish they'd release the G5 in the US, not just the PLUS model). The slightly smaller screen also means a slight bump in dpi, it's now 424 up from 401. Not a biggie,...
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I would argue that the target market for the G-series does not upgrade their phone annually.
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