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New Moto G from Tesco for £129.99

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    #62
    macjohn
    Registered Users Posts: 531 ✭✭✭macjohn


    whirlpool wrote: »
    Oh, nope, I'm not ordering it just yet, I'm just keeping an eye on the price :)

    :)


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    #63
    123 LC
    Registered Users Posts: 670 ✭✭✭123 LC


    has anyone owned this phone for a while? (as in over a month) Just wondering of it is performing ok :)


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    #64
    TempAc
    Registered Users Posts: 84 ✭✭TempAc


    123 LC wrote: »
    has anyone owned this phone for a while? (as in over a month) Just wondering of it is performing ok :)

    Yeah, I've owned it since christmas. It's still great. A bunch of people have gone and bought one after playing around with it and me recommending it. They're all happy. The new ones now actually come with a nice soft touch back cover that the early ones didn't. Latest Android 4.4.4 is currently rolling out as well.

    Edit: To clarify I'm talking about the original Moto G, the 4G one is basically the same though.


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    #65
    Allyall
    Registered Users Posts: 10,381 ✭✭✭✭Allyall


    123 LC wrote: »
    has anyone owned this phone for a while? (as in over a month) Just wondering of it is performing ok :)

    Not to get mixed up with the 4G version (which is only out less than a month) which apparently has some problems with some SD cards being read/mounting them. (The 3G version doesn't have a micro SD slot)

    I don't think it's a big problem, and I think there is a patch coming out. But, it may be good to know if you plan on storing anything on a micro SD card when you first get it, or if you notice some problems and think it's a faulty micro SD card.

    It's also on Amazon Germany from €180 + postage, in case they run out elsewhere.


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    #66
    cruhoortwunk
    Registered Users Posts: 2,355 ✭✭✭cruhoortwunk


    Sim free is now £129.99 from Tesco, saves the bother of the unlock:
    http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-moto-g-4g-black-sim-free-now-129-99-with-code-tesco-direct-1960939


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    #67
    Aspiring
    Registered Users Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭Aspiring


    cruhoortwunk wrote: »
    Sim free is now £129.99 from Tesco, saves the bother of the unlock:
    http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-moto-g-4g-black-sim-free-now-129-99-with-code-tesco-direct-1960939

    Bought the locked version for £5 more yesterday, shame I didn't wait a day :o


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    #68
    rigmaroll
    Registered Users Posts: 190 ✭✭rigmaroll


    is the 4g version available in tesco or elsewhere in irish stores


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    #69
    Moneymaker
    Registered Users Posts: 9,846 ✭✭✭Moneymaker


    123 LC wrote: »
    has anyone owned this phone for a while? (as in over a month) Just wondering of it is performing ok :)

    Yes to both.

    It is truly outstanding for the price.

    All it's lacking is a good camera. I'll live. :P


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    #70
    rigmaroll
    Registered Users Posts: 190 ✭✭rigmaroll


    what i meant was is the motorola in tesco a 4g phone or is it 3g.

    can you let us know what other irish stores have the 4g if tesco doesnt have the 4g version.

    thanks for your reply


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    #71
    Aspiring
    Registered Users Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭Aspiring


    rigmaroll wrote: »
    what i meant was is the motorola in tesco a 4g phone or is it 3g.

    can you let us know what other irish stores have the 4g if tesco doesnt have the 4g version.

    thanks for your reply

    Haven't seen 4g version anywhere in Ireland. Best option is through tesco direct in UK using Parcel Motel I think.


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    #72
    rigmaroll
    Registered Users Posts: 190 ✭✭rigmaroll


    Thanks Aspiring. I might wait and see if the networks pick it up


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    #73
    whirlpool
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,574 ✭✭✭whirlpool


    What problems does the camera have?


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    #74
    RobertFoster
    Registered Users Posts: 9,133 ✭✭✭RobertFoster


    whirlpool wrote: »
    What problems does the camera have?
    Limited software, 5MP, poor quality pictures.

    For example, from the TechRadar review:
    That budget price tag really rings true here, and I found the majority of my photos were a pixelated mess. The Motorola Moto G struggled to focus properly and even with the focus & exposure setting turned on things didn't improve.


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    #75
    whirlpool
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,574 ✭✭✭whirlpool


    Taking family photos is mainly what I use my phone for, besides music and internet, and sometimes the moment only lasts a second or two so my iPhone 5S is perfect for catching those split-second moments. I was considering selling it and getting the Moto G but if the camera's **** then I probably shouldn't.


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    #76
    magentis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,249 ✭✭✭magentis


    When ordering from tesco direct,what postcode did you guys use?


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    #77
    Fresh Pots
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,234 ✭✭✭Fresh Pots


    magentis wrote: »
    When ordering fromm tesco direct,what postcode did you guys use?

    Use your pmid and parcel motels northern address. If you don't know how to use parcel motel their website explains it all.


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    #78
    garv123
    Registered Users Posts: 6,576 ✭✭✭garv123


    When people say the camera is poor, how poor exactly is it? Anyone care to post some pics of anything to see?

    Im still undecided what phone to get but the camera could be off-putting if its very bad.


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    #79
    same ol sh1te
    Closed Accounts Posts: 1,837 ✭✭✭same ol sh1te


    garv123 wrote: »
    When people say the camera is poor, how poor exactly is it? Anyone care to post some pics of anything to see?

    Im still undecided what phone to get but the camera could be off-putting if its very bad.

    Google for reviews. It's only 5mp where most mid it high end have 8mp or higher
    http://www.trustedreviews.com/motorola-moto-g_Mobile-Phone_review_camera_Page-3


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    #80
    chrismon
    Registered Users Posts: 1,115 ✭✭✭chrismon


    garv123 wrote: »
    When people say the camera is poor, how poor exactly is it? Anyone care to post some pics of anything to see?

    Im still undecided what phone to get but the camera could be off-putting if its very bad.

    The camera is fairly good outside.
    Inside its not great even with the flash.
    The camera on my old Galaxy S1 was better in my opinion.


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    #81
    magentis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,249 ✭✭✭magentis


    All sorted got the new 4g sim free one for 125 stg,works out at just over 160 euro including parcel motel fee.
    Does anyone have an idea how long the delivery is?

    Also argos have the 4g sim free one for 199.99 at the mo.


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    #82
    Flimbos
    Registered Users Posts: 642 ✭✭✭Flimbos


    For the new 4g phone, what is the best SD card to get, I've heard some have been causing problems?

    If there was a good one on Tesco direct, I could get it in the same order.


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    #83
    Aspiring
    Registered Users Posts: 2,204 ✭✭✭Aspiring


    Flimbos wrote: »
    For the new 4g phone, what is the best SD card to get, I've heard some have been causing problems?

    If there was a good one on Tesco direct, I could get it in the same order.

    Seems to be no problem with Class 6's. Picked up a 32 gig one on eBay for a tenner or so including shipping. Some have had success with Class 10's but many others have had theirs rejected by the phone. I dont think there'd be much noticeable difference between the classes so you're better off going for class 6 and be safe imo.


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    #84
    Esel
    Registered Users Posts: 22,030 ✭✭✭✭Esel


    magentis wrote: »
    All sorted got the new 4g sim free one for 125 stg,works out at just over 160 euro including parcel motel fee.
    Does anyone have an idea how long the delivery is?

    Also argos have the 4g sim free one for 199.99 at the mo.
    Where did you get it SIM-free for £125? Free UK delivery too?

    Not your ornery onager



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    #85
    cruhoortwunk
    Registered Users Posts: 2,355 ✭✭✭cruhoortwunk


    Esel wrote: »
    Where did you get it SIM-free for £125? Free UK delivery too?
    Tesco voucher is now £15 off


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    #86
    Fresh Pots
    Closed Accounts Posts: 4,234 ✭✭✭Fresh Pots


    Flimbos wrote: »
    For the new 4g phone, what is the best SD card to get, I've heard some have been causing problems?

    Those problems where fixed in the 4.4.4 update apparently.


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    #87
    Toast
    Registered Users Posts: 2,800 ✭✭✭Toast


    cruhoortwunk wrote: »
    Tesco voucher is now £15 off

    The one linked previously gives me 10 off.. have you the 15 off?


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    #88
    cruhoortwunk
    Registered Users Posts: 2,355 ✭✭✭cruhoortwunk


    Toast wrote: »
    The one linked previously gives me 10 off.. have you the 15 off?
    Use Code: TDXR-PYRT for £15 off. - rev6
    http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-moto-g-4g-black-sim-free-now-125-with-code-tesco-direct-1960939


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    #89
    jlkad
    Banned (with Prison Access) Posts: 9 ✭jlkad


    yes, you are right. the SD cant extend.
    cruhoortwunk wrote: »
    I read somewhere that the SD can't be used for app storage. Anyone know if that's true as it would make it fairly useless?


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    #90
    magentis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,249 ✭✭✭magentis


    Esel wrote: »
    Where did you get it SIM-free for £125? Free UK delivery too?

    Yep £125 on tesco direct with free uk delivery to parcel motel.


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    #91
    magentis
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,249 ✭✭✭magentis


    cruhoortwunk wrote: »
    Use Code: TDXR-PYRT for £15 off. - rev6
    http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/motorola-moto-g-4g-black-sim-free-now-125-with-code-tesco-direct-1960939

    I tried using that code yesterday and it wouldnt work.

    I got "this code is account specific" or something to that effect.


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