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Motorola One
Motorola One
Motorola One
Motorola One
Motorola One
Motorola One
Motorola One
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7.4/10
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The Motorola One currently has an Informr score of 7.4 out of 10. This score is based on our evaluation of 11 sources including reviews from users and the web's most trusted critics.


Android
Operating system
Operating system
Android
2 GHz
Processor
Processor
2 GHz
5.9"
Screen Size
Screen Size
5.9"
13+ MP, f/2.0
Camera
Camera
13+ MP, f/2.0
3000 mAh
Battery


What the Critics Are Saying...


Softpedia
Softpedia

At the end of the day, Motorola One doesn’t come with anything special and there are lots of alternatives out there that are also worth a look. It does provide good value for the money, but Motorola should focus a little bit more on what makes its brand special, and less on what helps others set the...

- Bogdan Popa, Softpedia
Stuff
Stuff

Its screen isn’t the sharpest, the cameras are only passable and the battery isn’t made for those who need to fill long, boring commutes to work. It’s smooth, tasteful and dead easy to live with, though, and at its new price of £199 is easy to recommend to all but the most ardent of spec heads.

- Andrew Williams, Stuff
Pocket-lint
Pocket-lint

For £200 there are few phones as rounded and long-lasting as Motorola's affordable push back into the market. That said, its near competition offers greater hardware and resolution for just a little more cash. But, on balance, for the right price the One is a well considered Android handset for the...

- Mike Lowe, Pocket-lint
TechRadar
TechRadar

The Motorola One is a fine phone that lacks any crippling flaws, but elements such as a low-res display and an average camera make it hard to champion over other lower-mid-range alternatives.

- Jon Mundy, TechRadar
Android Central
Android Central

Motorola's Android One-branded handset is a device for Android purists -- and anyone who wants a simple, high-quality, long-lasting Android experience that doesn't break the bank. But thrill seekers will need to look elsewhere, as this isn't the most exciting smartphone out there.

- Alex Dobie, Android Central


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Common Questions


Motorola backs up the One with a 1 Year parts & labour warranty.


If your One has problems and is still within its warranty period, you could contact Motorola support or the retailer you purchased the phone from. You'll find Motorola's contact information here. If your phone is off warranty and needs repair for a physical problem such as a broken screen or bad battery, you should visit an authorized service centre or a local phone repair shop. You can also connect with others in The Informr Community Forum to find and share answers to questions.



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Screen Size
5.9"

The Motorola One's screen size is 5.9 inches with 720 x 1520 pixels resolution.

Processor
2 GHz

There is a Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 Octa core 2 GHz processor (CPU).

OS

The phone runs on the Android 8.1 Oreo (Update Available: 9.0 Pie) operating system (OS).

Camera
13+ MP

You can take photos or capture video with the phone's onboard 13+ MP, f/2.0 camera.

There is also a secondary front facing camera with 8+ megapixels resolution.

Storage
64 GB

Internal memory is 64 GB. An external, MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB) expansion slot is available for increased storage capacity.

Battery
3000mAh

The phone is powered by a Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion), 3000 mAh battery.

Motorola One Specs

Overview
Release Date September 28, 2018
Regions Available USA, United Kingdom
Operating System Android 8.1 Oreo (Update Available: 9.0 Pie)

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Processor Qualcomm MSM8953 Snapdragon 625 Octa core 2 GHz
Internal Storage 64 GB
RAM 4 GB
Hearing Aid Compatible Unknown
TTY/TDD Unknown
Noise Cancellation Yes
SAR Unknown
Manufacturer Warranty 1 Year
Accessories Included USB Power Adapter, Manual, Data Cable
Cellular
Networks
GPRS, EDGE, HSPA+, LTE
Mobile / Cellular Data
4G/LTE
Push-to-talk (PTT) No
Wi-Fi Calling Unknown
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) Unknown
SIM card size
Nano-SIM
Dual SIM Yes
Connectivity
USB USB Type-C
USB OTG Support Yes
GPS Type A-GPS
Infrared No
Bluetooth 5.0
Bluetooth Profiles A2DP, AVRCP, OPP/FTP, HID, HFP, HSP
Bluetooth Audio Codecs SBC
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n
Mobile Hotspot Yes
Memory Expansion Slot Yes
Expansion Slot Info MicroSD, MicroSDHC, microSDXC (up to 256 GB)
NFC Yes
Data Tethering Compatibility Yes
Camera
Main Camera
Resolution / Aperture
13+ Megapixels, f/2.0
Zoom
Yes
Flash
Yes (LED)
Additional Rear Camera Info
Auto focus, Effects, Face detection, Multi-shot, Panorama, HDR, Dual camera feature (2 MP second camera(f/2.4))
Video Recording Formats
MPEG-4
Video Recording Parameters
Ultra HD (3840 x 2160 pixels), 30 fps
Front Camera
Resolution / Aperture
8+ Megapixels
Additional Front Camera Info
Self-portrait, Aperture f/2.2
Video Recording Parameters
Full HD (1920 x 1080 pixels), 30 fps
Display / Screen
Type Color
Technology LCD (IPS)
Colors 16.7 million
Resolution 720 x 1520 pixels
Pixel Density 285 pixels
Size 5.9 inches
Secondary Display No
Sensors Ambient Light, Proximity, Motion / Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Digital Compass
Multi-Touch Yes
Fingerprint-Resistant Coating No
Additional Display Features Capacitive touchscreen
Power & Battery
Battery Type Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery Capacity 3000 mAh
Removable Battery No
Wireless Charging No
Fast Charging Yes
Video Playback Time Unknown
Internet Use (Wi-Fi) Unknown
Internet Use (Cellular) Unknown
Talk Time Unknown
Standby Time Unknown
Mixed Usage
Physical Characteristics
Design Type Bar
Material Glass
Colors Black
Dimensions [H x W x D] 14.99 x 7.22 x 0.79 cm (5.9 x 2.8 x 0.3 in)
Weight 162 grams
Water Resistant / Waterproof No
Rugged design No
IP Rating No
Headset Jack 3.5mm
External Speakers Yes
Input / Navigation
Sleep / Wake Key Yes
Home Key No
Input / Keyboard Type Touchscreen
Navigation Type Touchscreen
External Volume Control Yes
Fingerprint Sensor Yes
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Additional Information Other Names (AKA): Moto One Android One
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