Motorola Moto G (GSM, 2nd gen.)
Cablevision Launching FreeWheel WiFi-Based Phone
Cablevision today announced FreeWheel, a wireless service that relies wholly on WiFi networks rather than cellular networks. FreeWheel will offer unlimited voice calls (via VoIP), messaging, and data for $30 per month. Cablevision's Optimum Online customers will be able to use the service for just $10 per month. At launch, the service will work with the Motorola Moto G, which Cablevision is selling for $99. FreeWheel service can be accessed anywhere WiFi is offered. Customers will automatically be connected to Optimum Online WiFi hotspots when and where they are available. Cablevision claims to have 1.1 million public hotspots available. The service will be most heavily marketed in the New York City region, which is Cablevision's home market and where it has the densest number of access points. FreeWheel offers international calling and does not ask customers to sign contracts. The service and device will be available beginning in February.
Motorola Now Offering 64GB Moto X via Moto Maker
Motorola today announced the availability of a 64GB variant of the second-generation Moto X Pure Edition. The 64GB model can be purchased through Moto Maker and costs $599. Customers can customize its appearance and select their carrier of choice.
Motorola Pushing Lollipop to Moto X and Moto G
Motorola today said that owners of the second-generation Moto X and Moto G handsets can update their phones to Android 5.0 Lollipop. Motorola has made Lollipop available to the Moto X Pure Edition, Moto G GSM (U.S.), and Moto G GSM (Global) retail versions sold in the U.S. Motorola said the roll out will be done in phases and may take several days to reach all devices. Lollipop features a brand new design and numerous new features, such as support for multiple accounts, a new Photo gallery app, and better security. The update is free.
Consumer Cellular Selling Moto G for $150
Consumer Cellular today announced the availability of the Moto G. The G has a 5-inch 720p HD screen, 8-megapixel camera, and quad-core processor. Consumer Cellular is selling the device for $150. The company does not require contracts.
Google, Motorola Commit to Android Lollipop Upgrades
Google today said Android 5.0 Lollipop, which will ship on the Nexus 6, Nexus 9, and Nexus Player, will be made available to the Nexus 5, 7, 10, and Google Play edition devices in the coming weeks. Motorola also said it will update many of its devices to Android 5.0 Lollipop, including the Moto X (1st Gen and 2nd Gen), Moto G, Moto E, as well as the Droid Ultra, Droid Maxx, and Droid Mini. Timing on the updates is not available.
Hands On with the new Moto G
Motorola's first Moto G has been their best-selling phone ever. It's just enough phone at a really great price. Now they're back with a second generation that ups the screen size and throws in a memory card slot and stereo speakers. We give it a quick whirl to see how it works in this hands-on.
Moto G Goes Full-Size
Motorola today announced a revamped Moto G with a larger 5-inch screen, memory card slot, and dual front speakers. The 2nd-generation Moto G also upgrades the main camera to 8-megapixel and the selfie camera to 2-megapixel. The new Moto G retains the 3G-only radio and same Snapdragon 400 1.2 GHz processor. The phone comes with either 8 or 16 GB of internal memory and either black or white. The rear cover snaps off and eight color options are available as accessories, as well as covers with a flip-over screen cover that automatically locks and unlocks the screen. The Moto G goes on sale today for $180 unlocked.
