Moto E (2nd generation)
| Manufacturer | Motorola Mobility |
|---|---|
| Compatible networks |
3G Model: GSM/GPRS/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz) UMTS/HSPA+ up to 21 Mbps (850, 900, 1900, 2100 MHz) 4G Model: 2G/3G/4G |
| First released | February 25, 2015 |
| Predecessor | Moto E (1st generation) |
| Related |
Moto G (2nd generation) Moto X (2nd generation) |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Dimensions |
129.9 mm (5.11 in) H 66.8 mm (2.63 in) W 12.3 mm (0.48 in) D |
| Weight | 145 g (5.1 oz) |
| Operating system | Android 5.0.2 "Lollipop" |
| System on chip |
3G Model: Qualcomm Snapdragon 200 4G Model: Qualcomm Snapdragon 410 |
| CPU | 1.2 GHz Quad-core |
| GPU |
3G Model: Adreno 302 4G Model: Adreno 306 |
| Memory | 1 GB RAM |
| Storage | 8 GB Flash |
| Removable storage | MicroSDHC (up to 32 GB) |
| Battery | 2390 mAh |
| Display |
4.5 in (110 mm) diagonal LCD with Corning Gorilla Glass 3 960×540 px (256 ppi) |
| Rear camera | 5 MP, no flash |
| Front camera | (VGA)0.3 MP |
| Sound | Front-facing mono speaker |
| Connectivity | GPS / GLONASS, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0, FM Radio, Micro USB, 3.5mm audio jack |
| Website |
www |
The second generation Moto E (marketed as simply New Moto E) is an Android smartphone developed by Motorola Mobility. Released on February 25, 2015, it is a successor to the Moto E released in 2014.[1] The Moto E2 is an entry-level device for first-time smartphone owners or budget-minded consumers. It was made available in 40 countries worldwide.
Hardware
The second generation Moto E has a 4.5-inch qHD LCD screen, 1.2 GHz processor, 1GB RAM, storage of 8GB (out of which 5.47 GB is available to the user) with microSD card slot (supports expandable storage of up to 32GB). It also has a water resistant coating which protects it from light water splash, however the phone itself is not water resistant. It is available in either 3G or 4G LTE. The 3G version has a snapdragon 200 SoC while the 4G LTE version has a snapdragon 410 Soc.[2] The smartphone uses Android 5.0 "Lollipop".[3](as of now it runs Android 5.0.2 "Lollipop").And Motorola has promised that it will push future Android version updates to the Moto E2.The rear camera is 5 MP but does not have a LED flash, it also has a VGA front camera. It has a 2390 mAh Li-ion battery that is non-removable.It doesn't have a LED notification light that is because it has Moto display which shows you your notification when you pick up your phone or take it out of your pocket it was previously available on Moto X.
| 1st Gen | 2nd Gen | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal Storage | 4 GB | 8 GB |
| Display | 4.3 inch | 4.5 inch |
| Processor | Snapdragon 200 | 4G - Snapdragon 410 3G - Snapdragon 200 |
| Front Camera | No | Yes |
| Flash | No | No |
| Android Version | 4.4.4 KitKat | 5.0.2 Lollipop |
| Removable Battery | No | No |
| Twist to Camera | No | Yes |
Models
There are two models of the New Moto E. The 3G model with a Snapdragon 200 is priced at $119 and a 4G model with Snapdragon 410 is priced at $149.[2]
Official accessories
To customize the phone, Motorola released the new Moto E in either black or white bezel. Motorola released replaceable color bands (Yellow, Turquoise, Blue, Raspberry, Purple & Red) in addition to larger "Grip Shell" cases.[4]
Press release
In February 2015, Motorola shipped promo boxes to various members of the press, to arrive on the 25th. Inside the box was a mock-press conference to announce the phone. Inside the box contained a miniature stage, press pass, a Moto E and replaceable color band.[5]
Reception
Ars Technica liked that the phone is well-built, the screen is decent, it has near-stock Android, the phone has decent performance and has excellent battery life. They did not like the camera, the limited storage, lack of NFC for mobile payments and that the $119 model loses some of the $149 model's best capabilities.[6]
References
- ↑ Hands On With The New Moto E
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Motorola's new Moto E has LTE and a bigger screen for just $149". The Verge. Retrieved 2015-02-25.
- ↑ New Moto E: Super-Cheap Phones Are Getting Really Good
- ↑ First look: The new Moto E -- a better, still affordable phone
- ↑ Motorola Debuts The New Moto E With A Unique Press Conference
- ↑ The new Moto E is the most phone you can get for $150. Retrieved 5 March 2015.
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