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Motorola is an American electronics company. Motorola was one of the first manufacturers to adopt Android, releasing its first device in 2009. The Motorola DROID was Verizon’s first Android phone. Motorola was acquired by Google in 2011, then sold to Lenovo in 2014. Visit the Motorola forums.

Android 12 Custom ROM List: Unofficially update your Android smartphone!

Android 12 Custom ROM List: Unofficially update your Android smartphone!

October 16, 2021
Ever since Google announced the arrival of Android 12's stable release and dropped the source code to AOSP, the tinkering party is underway here at XDA. But unless you own a current-generation device like the OnePlus 9/9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy S21, there’s a very good chance that you will have to wait for...
These are the Best T-Mobile Phones to buy in October: Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and more!

These are the Best T-Mobile Phones to buy in October: Apple, Samsung, OnePlus, and more!

October 13, 2021
If you're renewing your T-Mobile contract or planning to switch over for the fastest and most reliable 5G network in the country, then you may also want to pick up a new phone along the way. There are a lot of excellent options for you to choose from. Whether it's the best Android flagship, best...
The Moto G Pure is a new budget phone with an outdated design

The Moto G Pure is a new budget phone with an outdated design

October 7, 2021
After launching the Moto G50 5G towards the end of August, Motorola is now back with another G series device. The latest addition to the lineup is an affordable phone called the Moto G Pure, and it features budget hardware and an outdated design. Read on to learn more about Motorola's latest budget offering. Moto G...
These are the Best 5G Phones you can buy in October: Samsung, Apple, Google, and more!

These are the Best 5G Phones you can buy in October: Samsung, Apple, Google, and more!

October 3, 2021
5G rollout continues to happen around the world, so if you're buying a new phone, it might be worth picking one up that supports this fifth-generation network. Most of the phones in our Best Phones and Best Android phones list already support 5G – but you don't have to spend flagship money to get that...
Motorola’s first Android tablet in years is the Moto Tab G20

Motorola’s first Android tablet in years is the Moto Tab G20

October 1, 2021
In August this year, we learned that Motorola was making a comeback to the Android tablet space with a rebadged Lenovo tablet aimed at kids. A Google Play Console listing of said tablet revealed that the tablet would be called Moto Tab G20, and it would feature a MediaTek Helio P22T chipset, 3GB of RAM,...
How to Root your Android smartphone: Google, OnePlus, Samsung, Xiaomi, and others too!

How to Root your Android smartphone: Google, OnePlus, Samsung, Xiaomi, and others too!

September 26, 2021
Welcome to the XDA-Developers Root Directory. Here, you can find root tutorials for most devices that are on the XDA Forums. Learn how to root any Android device, even the best Android phones! If you don’t see your device listed or you see a misplaced link, send a message to Skanda Hazarika (SkandaH on the...
These are the Best Android Phones under $300 in Fall 2021: Motorola, Samsung, OnePlus, and More!

These are the Best Android Phones under $300 in Fall 2021: Motorola, Samsung, OnePlus, and More!

September 21, 2021
Just about everyone needs a smartphone in this day and age. Luckily, smartphone brands have become so skilled at making phones that consumers no longer have to pay an arm and a leg to get a functional device. Here's our expert guide on the best phones to get in the US if your budget is...
Motorola’s second-gen over-the-air wireless charger can charge 4 devices simultaneously

Motorola’s second-gen over-the-air wireless charger can charge 4 devices simultaneously

September 8, 2021
Motorola has unveiled a new over-the-air wireless charging solution that builds upon the tech that it showcased at CES earlier this year. The new over-the-air wireless charger can charge more devices than the previous model, and it can do so at a much greater distance. In a demo video shared on Weibo, Motorola showcases its second-gen...
Motorola’s new Moto G50 5G is not the same as its other 5G Moto G50

Motorola’s new Moto G50 5G is not the same as its other 5G Moto G50

August 26, 2021
In March this year, Motorola launched an affordable device called the Moto G50. The phone packed a 6.5-inch HD+ display, a 48MP triple camera setup, a 5,000mAh battery, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon 480 chip. While Motorola's branding for the device didn't include the 5G label, the phone did offer 5G support. This is why we were...
XDA forums are open for the Galaxy Watch 4, Galaxy S21 FE, Pixel 5a, and Motorola Edge 2021

XDA forums are open for the Galaxy Watch 4, Galaxy S21 FE, Pixel 5a, and Motorola Edge 2021

August 20, 2021
August has turned out to be quite a treat for smartphone enthusiasts. Google made headlines in the first week with a surprising preview of the upcoming Pixel 6. Then we moved on to the Galaxy Unpacked event which saw the launch of the high-profile Galaxy Z Fold 3 and Galaxy Z Flip 3 alongside the...
Motorola Edge (2021) First Impressions: A great-looking mid-range phone loaded with features

Motorola Edge (2021) First Impressions: A great-looking mid-range phone loaded with features

August 20, 2021
After a few years of sticking to the mid-range, Motorola reentered the flagship space last year with its Edge series of smartphones. This year, the Lenovo-owned company is refreshing the Motorola Edge (a new Edge+ could come later), and the new phone is certainly an interesting device. The Motorola Edge (2021) packs a 144Hz display,...
These are the Best Verizon phones in August: Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola & more!

These are the Best Verizon phones in August: Samsung, Apple, Google, Motorola & more!

August 20, 2021
We're now firmly in summer 2021 which means the next smartphone release cycle is near. But if you don't want to wait, there are already plenty of excellent smartphone releases available for purchase now. If you're a Verizon customer, you have no shortage of options to choose from in the US. Whether you need a smartphone on...