2021 has finally arrived which means it’s time for a fresh start! As we enter into the new year, resolutions are always top of mind. But when you make resolutions about your goals, your health, and your wellbeing, do you factor your digital footprint into those goals? Whether you just purchased a new device during the holidays or if you’re looking to find new ways to maximize experiences on your older device, there are a number of smartphone-related “resolutions” you can make to kick 2021 off the right way.
Declutter & reorganize with these key features
Just like our favorite junk drawer, over time smartphones can fill with unnecessary, unused or outdated items. So your 2021 resolution could be as simple as reorganizing your most loved accessory. From deleting unused apps and blurry pictures that just take up memory to simply updating how you see and file away all of your favorite apps, a number of new features on Motorola devices can help you stay organized and customize your home screen. For example, Motorola users can now organize apps into folders or take advantage of widgets so you can more easily find and use your favorite apps.
If more memory and less clutter is your goal, look no further than Google Photos. With Google Photos, you never have to worry about running out of space for photos. Plus, by using the “Archive” feature, the app will automatically suggest photos you might want to archive, which removes the photos from your mainstream and stores them online instead – freeing up space on your device and minimizing clutter. You can also use My UX to customize your phone so that you can more quickly and easily find your favorite items and express your new year’s style.
Make 2021 the year of better communication
While we may need to socially distance from our loved ones, we have the technology to communicate with them. So why not make 2021 the year where you aim to dedicate more time connecting with friends and family? Many Motorola devices are now 5G compatible* meaning you can depend on a more reliable and quick wireless connection no matter where you or your family are located.
Additionally, with advancements in camera technology, you can still make lasting memories with loved ones all through your smartphone. Whether it’s creating a shared photo album or communicating with photography styles like Cinemagraph and Spot Color, you’ll never miss a moment even if you cannot be together. And with built-in convenience features like Peek Display, Google Assistant and Favorites you can more quickly respond to texts, use voice commands to call or send messages, and easily find your favorite contacts.
Focus on your digital wellbeing
At the same time, 2021 might also be a good year to make sure our screen time is healthy and enjoyable. Fortunately, in collaboration with Google, Motorola offers a variety of Digital Wellbeing features
that help you manage your phone usage and content. The Digital Wellbeing dashboard gives you a view of your daily digital habits, so you can see stats from the year before like the amount of time spent in each app, how often you unlock your phone, and a breakdown of notifications received. You can also check how much screen time you spend on certain apps, see if there are apps you might be using for too many hours, or there may be apps you no longer use that you can now delete. You can also use Digital Wellbeing to manage notifications and set a bedtime schedule to help you wind down and create healthier habits.
Regardless of what you choose to focus on in 2021, remember to live in the moment, prioritize your wellbeing and stay connected with loved ones.
*5G service plan and 5G network coverage required; available only in select areas; device not compatible with all 5G networks; coverage/compatibility may be expanded to additional areas in the future. Contact your service provider for details.
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Smarter tech for everyone: meet North America’s newest smartphones
January 8, 2021
Nobody knows the mid tier – or mid tier consumers – like Motorola. At a time when we’re all consuming more content on our mobile devices and using them to share our stories, connect with our loved ones, and follow our passions in life, Motorola’s priority is offering the latest high-end features at a price everyone can afford. That’s why we’re announcing four new Motorola phones in North America that bring powerful features like blazing fast 5G connectivity*, a unique built-in stylus, reliable battery life, and ultrawide viewing to the mid tier.
Explore a faster future for all with motorola one 5G ace Motorola one 5G ace shatters expectations for the mid tier with outstanding cameras, battery life and display quality while continuing our mission to democratize 5G technology. Packed with AI-driven performance that’s optimized for your most intensive tasks, the Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 750G 5G Mobile Platform lets you experience blazing-fast 5G speeds and immersive gaming. Download your favorite movies in seconds,1 stream intensive online games without any lag, and feel like you’re right there in the room during video chats.
We’ve packed this phone’s triple camera system with stunning imaging technology for incredibly vivid, dynamic shots no matter the situation. The 48 MP main sensor with Quad Pixel technology helps every scene shine even in low lighting2 while the ultra-wide lens fits 4x more into the frame so you never miss a single detail in a larger-than-life shot. A dedicated Macro Vision camera gets you 5x closer to the subject than a normal lens for stunning photos that will take your breath away. Plus, the 16MP main selfie camera with a large 2.0 μm Quad Pixel size captures Instagram-worthy snapshots no matter what the conditions.
All the 5G power and imaging technology of motorola one 5G ace needs a reliable battery life to back it up. The 5,000mAh battery lets you go over 2 days on a single charge3 and on power-intensive 5G connections.
Motorola one 5G ace boasts a massive 6.7″ Max Vision FHD+ display that makes a big impression, ensuring your content always looks its best with HDR10 technology that delivers vivid, true-to-life color with improved brightness and contrast. Plus, the unique 20:9 aspect ratio offers a beautifully streamlined design that elegantly accommodates the large, gorgeous screen.
This phone’s supercharged performance is supplemented with two variants of RAM, 4GB or 6GB, allowing you to get more done faster, keep multiple apps open at once, and easily switch between them. With options going from 64GB or 128GB of built-in storage4 and 1TB of expandable storage5 using the microSD card slot, you can carry all your favorite content wherever you go.
Stay in control and on point with new moto g stylus moto g stylus is built to capture your imagination and help you express your creativity like never before so you can make your mark on the world. With just a click, pop out the built-in stylus to edit photos, jot down notes, check-off a to-do list, sketch artwork, copy and paste text, and even mark up screenshots. The handy stylus delivers the fine-point precision you need to create a seamless finished product, and with more colors, more features and a more intuitive Moto Note app, there’s even more to love.
Your stylus experience is taken to the next level with the largest display ever on a moto g device. The spacious 6.8″ Max Vision Full HD+ display stretches from edge to edge so you can give your photos, movies, games, and video chats the massive screen they deserve.
The excitement doesn’t stop there – you can also showcase your creativity from every perspective with the 48 MP quad camera system2 and with Quad Pixel and Night Vision technology on the main sensor. Additionally, you can fit more in the frame with the 8MP ultra-wide lens, turn everyday photos into professional portraits using the depth sensor, and get up close and personal with the Macro Vision lens.
With a Snapdragon™ 678 mobile platform and 4 GB of RAM, moto g stylus can keep up with all your multitasking needs. Plus you get 128 GB of storage4 , so you never have to worry about room for movies, games, and music. And if you need even more, you can always expand storage up to 512GB with the microSD card slot (microSD card sold separately). And no matter how you choose to express yourself through the moto g stylus, you’ll have the power to last up to 2 days on a single charge3 with the 4,000 mAh battery.
Get unbelievable battery life with the new moto g power Capture and experience more of life with the freedom provided by moto g power. This device is equipped with a massive 5,000 mAh battery that’s designed to keep you going for up to three days of powerful performance on a single charge3 Watch videos for 20 hours, browse your favorite websites for 17 hours, and catch up with friends on social media for 19 hours6 – all without stopping to recharge.
The versatile 48MP triple camera system has all your bases covered. Between a 48MP Quad Pixel main sensor7 with Night Vision technology, a depth sensor for pro-looking portraits, and a Macro Vision lens that captures the smallest subject, you’ll be able to flex your creativity however you want.
Your favorite shows, movies, games and video chats come to life like never before thanks to a larger than life viewing experience on the huge 6.6” Max Vision HD+ display. With a large screen-to-body proportion, you can see more, play more and enjoy more.
moto g power doesn’t stop there. Packed with a speedy Snapdragon™ 662 and two variants of RAM, 3GB or 4GB, you’ll experience smoother games and videos with even more vivid graphics.
Never settle for less with the new moto g play We’re taking our commitment to delivering exceptional value and a trusted mobile experience to a whole new level with moto g play, making it go above and beyond other phones at this price point. Games, movies, and video chats get the massive view they deserve with this phone. All of your favorite content is way more fun on the ultra-wide 6.5″ Max Vision HD+ display.
moto g play is also packed with a 5,000 mAh battery, designed to give you up to three days of worry-free battery life3 , including 19 hours of streaming time and 16 hours of continual browsing.6
Powered by a Snapdragon™ 460 mobile platform and 3 GB of RAM, moto g play lets you keep up with your social feeds, video chats, and online games easier than ever. Plus, with 32GB of storage4 on the phone, there’s plenty of room for your favorite content.
Additionally, you can take super sharp photos in any light and get stunning results with the dual rear camera system. The ultra-fast focusing 13 MP main camera makes sure you never miss a moment, and if you’re feeling creative, you can add a beautiful blur effect to your portraits with the depth sensor.
Helpful software innovations We’re all about including helpful software features that enhance your mobile experience without interfering with the near-stock Android™ that we know everyone loves. You’ll find the redesigned camera app now puts your most used camera functions within easy reach at the bottom of the screen, making it easier and more intuitive to take your best photos ever.
Our new devices also come with My UX, which includes all the great Moto Experiences customers have come to know and love as well as a variety of new customizable features, allowing you to take music, videos, and games to the next level with custom settings and advanced controls. You can even create your own device themes by choosing from unique fonts, colors, and icon shapes, so your phone is one in a million.
Security has always been at the core of what we do, but as mobile threats continue to evolve, we are further strengthening our commitment to security. All of these devices are protected by ThinkShield for Mobile with additional business services coming soon.
Availability
United States
moto g play In the U.S., the new moto g play will be available universally unlocked on January 14 (pre-sale: January 8) at Best Buy, Walmart, B&H Photo, Amazon.com and Motorola.com (MSRP: $169.99). Additionally, AT&T, Cricket, Boost Mobile, Consumer Cellular, Google Fi, Metro by T-Mobile, T-Mobile, Republic Wireless, Verizon and Xfinity Mobile will offer the device in the coming months.
moto g power In the U.S., the new moto g power will be available universally unlocked on January 14 (pre-sale: January 8) at Best Buy, Walmart, B&H Photo, Amazon.com and Motorola.com (MSRP: $199.99 [3/32GB]; $249.99 [4/64GB]). Additionally, Boost Mobile, Cricket, Consumer Cellular, Google Fi, Republic Wireless, UScellular, Verizon and Xfinity Mobile will offer the device in the coming months.
moto g stylus In the U.S., the new moto g stylus will be available universally unlocked on January 14 (pre-sale: January 8) at Best Buy, Walmart, B&H Photo, Amazon.com and Motorola.com (MSRP: $299.99). Additionally, Boost Mobile, Cricket, Consumer Cellular and Republic Wireless will offer the device in the coming months.
motorola one 5G ace In the U.S., the new motorola one 5G ace will be available universally unlocked on January 14 (pre-sale: January 8) at Best Buy, Walmart, B&H Photo, Amazon.com and Motorola.com (MSRP: $399.99 [6/128GB]). Additionally, AT&T, Consumer Cellular, Google Fi, Metro by T-Mobile, T-Mobile, Republic Wireless, Verizon and Xfinity Mobile will offer the device in the coming months.
Canada In Canada, the moto g power (2021) will be available at TELUS, Kodoo, Bell, Virgin, Rogers, Fido, Chatr, Freedom Mobile**, Videotron and motorola.ca in the coming weeks. The motorola one 5G ace is now available.
*Requires 5G service plan and 5G network coverage (available in certain areas in 2020, expanding after that). See carrier for details.
**Freedom Mobile operates in Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario
1Based on 5G sub-6GHz network connectivity, providing 125-360Mbps download speeds to the average user. Available with 5G service plan and 5G network coverage (available in certain areas in 2020, expanding after that). See carrier for details.
2The 48MP sensor combines 4 pixels into 1, for an effective photo resolution of 12MP.
3All battery life claims are approximate and based on the median user tested across a mixed use profile (which includes both usage and standby time) under optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depends on many factors including signal strength, network and device settings, temperature, battery condition, and usage patterns.
4Available user storage is less due to many factors, including operating system, software and functions utilizing part of this capacity; may change with software updates.
5Supports up to 1TB microSD card, microSD cards sold separately. Content with DRM restrictions may not be able to be moved to the card.
6Battery life claims are approximate and based on optimal network conditions. Actual battery performance will vary and depends on many factors including signal strength, network and device settings, temperature, battery condition, and usage patterns.
7The 48MP sensor combines 4 pixels into 1, for an effective photo resolution of 12MP.
