Being almost 60 years old and arthritic. I've dropped my moto z a good number of times. After 5 years it finally bit the dust the last time I dropped it. In all fairness it did numerous cartwheels before it came to a rest completely shattered. I started off with the original moto flip back in the 90s. Since that time I've had Nokia's Samsung's and the apple 4. I find that Motorola is still the phone manufacturer for me. I'm patiently waiting for my new edge plus to arrive.
I agree completely. I'm using a Samsung right now. Have been using it for 3 weeks now and cannot wait to have a Motorola again. Reliable, great features, and doesn't come with all the bloat if you buy it directly from Motorola. Don't know why I even venture away from time to time...
I really enjoy your reviews so I guess I'm allowed to comment. 😎. One thing you didn't touch on that I've always found true with moto phones is durability. I drop mine hundreds of times and it's still working.
A software update for the camera for this phone was update and as of August 2022, you can now record video at 4K 60fps. I have this phone and it's a great phone. I bought it new for $500 on Woot.
Thank you for the update on the phone, any more insight you care to share? I'm going to watch the Google Event tomorrow about the Pixel 7 Pro and I think it's between this phone, that phone and maybe Samsung S22 Ultra or dare I wait for the S22 Ultra that will come out in February or March...... I had a Pixel 3XL and loved it, until it just stopped working for no reason, since then I've been a little sour on Google phones. I've been using a Moto G Power and it's been okay or amazing considered how cheap the phone actually was..... Thank you!
@@dej353 One feature I really enjoy using is the fingerpritn scanner in the power button. It's accurate and fast to unlock. I believe this is an underrated feature on a phone since it's pretty cool to have an on-screen fingerprint scanner. It also has face unlock and works well. My Edge+ comes with 8GB of Ram, but a software feature allows you add an additional 2GB of Ram that is taken from storage capacity. In total, my phone is running with 10GB of Ram, which is plentiful for a flagship phone today.
This phone cost $1000 with bad camera,only two years of updates, plastic frame,not AOD,not 5G on AT&T etc lol for less than that price you can get a iPhone,S22,Pixel 6 etc
@@garynembhard7433 I got the 512 Gig version at Amazon that someone returned because they did not like the phone for $574 and I found out it does have wireless charging and being 55 I am not a camera picky person and for the price I am very happy with the phone so far, no complaints from me at all. It was in a like new condition too.
@@Jesse6749 I bought the Edge 2021, but it didn't work on T-Mobile, so I sent it back. I didn't wanna gamble on the Edge+, since I had seen that Verizon was the only one selling them.
The phone is actually 699 right now at best buy. It has 512 gigs of storage and can get up to 68 watts of fast charging with the right brick which is just nice for that price
Getting this phone now (the 128gb model) refurbished & carrier unlocked in 2024 for under $160 US, under $200 US shipped internationally, great deal especially for someone with only a $200 US budget Especially For someone like me when I cut into my food budget, saving up for that only took me 4 months, unless there's a better suggestion within the month.
3 weeks ago I got 1 from eBay for $162 after tax. It got 256gb storage & 12gb ram. It is in excellent condition and unlocked Verizon. I loved it. It got 1.2M points for Antutu benchmark, this score is a high end phone nowadays.
I have the same thing from December 2022 to this day. it's everything the narrator has described with an excellent description in your video. It's a fantastic phone along with the 30 Watt brick charger... Google doesn't offer no bricks in their new phones either!! Some charging bricks can go up to 100 watts! That might be expensive. You did a great job on this video for this phone. It's expensive but it has pretty cool features in it like you forgot the feature in the camera, being the "Slow Motion" one. It's a fast charging to this day and the battery lasts all day long into the evening. This device is one of the best phones I ever had. 👏🏻😎☀️💯🎯
I bought a Moto Edge 5G in 2020, and I've loved it! I've been starting to shop for it's replacement, and, I have been absolutely disgusted that most phone makers are doing away with SD card slots, and 3.5 mm jacks! There aren't a lot of options in high-end phones that still have at least the SD support, if not a 3.5 mm jack! I was pretty much down to considering a Sony Xperia 5 IV, or a ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip! After some thought, I have grudgingly came to the conclusion that, as long as the phone has at least 256 GB, and preferably 512GB internal, it should be enough. I just hate being arbitrarily limited! And now, that this phone is selling for $499.99, I am seriously giving it another look!
With 2 years of OS updates and who knows when ! Seriously Motorola needs to do at least 3 with Google doing 3 and Samsung doing 4 if they want to have any chance of gaining market share
I don't know why people worry about this because you can get a lot of that software for Android off the internet and simply install it yourself, everybody wants people to do things for them, don't be lazy.
I m from Delhi , India ...My relatives stay in Boston , Whenever they come home back in Delhi , one thing they always wonder , when Android phones r really gonna break through tightly integrated iphone market in US . Except for Samsung , there's really no choice for consumers , like Verizon looked iphones r so common . Something we really wish , Oppo , Vivo , Xaiomi , Motorola , Google Pixel , OnePlus .... r so good n competitive 🔥🔥US consumers r so deprived of cutting edge tech for the price they r paying. it's so Uncool 🔥🔥
All of the brands you mention for Android phones are available in the USA, but many don't work on the creaking old Verizon network. The USA market is a funny mix of enthusiasts who buy unlocked phones from anyplace they find a deal, to those who slavishly buy only from their carrier and limit their choices to what the carrier offers.
I switched to this from S21. Moto is superior for what I want. It's just more intuitive. I bought a Pixel 4 XL for $109 from Ebay and sent it to Verizon for $700 off. I got mine for $290 total as a result. I prefer the fast snappy screen, more plastic older gorilla glass which is flexible and won't crack and break when you drop it (phone is also in a case so I don't care about colors). The phone is just the perfect almost pure Android experience. It's too bad it won't sell well because it's better than flagship Samsung from a usability standpoint.
I currently have the Google pixel that released this last October, my first not Motorola phone and I've been nothing but disgusted with the Google pixel. It's bugged out numerous times and just doesn't compare to a good ole Motorola. Trying to switch back asap
@@occulticarts I'd you're on Verizon, maybe you can get a good trade in? I've had Motorola RAZR Maxx HD, Motorola Droid Turbo 2 and now this Edge Plus 2022. All fantastic phones. I definitely prefer them to Samsung. I don't have experience with Pixel, but they seem to want to compete with Apple and I always hear they have hardware issues like battery life and locking up.
I completely agree as I had an S21 Ultra that cant utilize USB-C to HDMI or outgoing video of any kind, and the Motorola phone does! Its built waaaaay better in the durability department. I miss the camera on my S21 Ultra, but this phone is literally better in every other way. Also unlocking the phone through the developer options, there are ways to port it to any major network, you just need to know what you are doing and possibly install some software, but it is possible.
The main issue I have is the price vs support and updates. I can get 4 to 6 years of updates and support from Apple, Samsung and Google for the same price, so why would I spend my money on a Motorola for 2 years of updates? That's a shame because I like Motorola phones
Because Motorola allows you to unlock your bootloader and load whatever android OS you want on your phone. And it's not like this is 2004. The process has become "click/drag" easy. It's not complicated anymore for the manufacturers who don't actively make it that way.
had a a02 and boost mobile had their upgrade stuff, got this for $200 (yes it's new)......so got a pretty darn good deal and i still have my a02 even though it's painfully slow now that i have a phone that is snappy. anyway, didn't know about the wrist turn to turn the camera on, that's nice to know thanks. honestly the phone is great but i guess if you have lived with all the other modern phones well maybe it wont seem so crazy but to me it was a crazy good upgrade and i really can't complain.
I really liked everything about the budget Moto G phone I had- especially the software. It was an excellent phone all around, the only downside was basically the budget aspects of the phone (screen, sound quality) which was no means a problem considering the phone cost $150. I think Motorola is extremely underrated and is doing a great job at making cellphones as they have for years. Only reason I'm not upgrading is my OnePlus 7T is still going strong, and even after 3 years the tech in phones has not improved enough for me to justify an upgrade (in some cases, it has gone backwards). Ex- many phones now have 1080p screens in base models (even though my 2017 LG G6 ($500) had a 2K screen), same or less RAM, many still having 128GB storage, etc. This phone does stand out as it says screw you to the flagships keeping 3 cameras to the ultra 'premium' phones, even though for years androids had 3 cameras in midrange. Now manufacturers (Apple) basically gatekeep with the 3 cameras as a reason to buy premium phones.
I have the new moto edge plus 2022 I really love it. Display is nice and crisp. Fast phone and it fits my big hands nicely. The camera is extra crispy. Love night mode. 144hz is beast.
I've never had an issue with updates. If you buy through a carrier you get updates on their schedule. I always buy unlocked and have never had update issues
Great review a always mate. As for the gmail and browser being cropped in landscape. That happens on the Google pixel 6 and 6 pro as well. There’s no way of enabling full screen apps in settings.
Just bought this phone on Amazon an hour or so ago. It's the 512 GB RAM with 8GB RAM version, for $230.00. It was described by the seller on Amazon as new, manufacturer discontinued, and the seller even included a wireless charger. Can't go wrong with that, and I can't wait to get it on Thursday or Friday. (I'm upgrading from a 2020 Edge+ that is starting to act a bit wanky.) UPDATE: The phone turned out to be used, had quite a bit off scuffing all around the sides, and my son said it looked like the glass on the back wasn't original so the phone probably had been opened up at some point, and I didn't get the wireless charger. I had to send it back, so am still shopping.
if they keep this up and upgrade the water rating I'll be going back to Motorola in a year or two as a had a Moto g4 and loved it until it slowed down significantly I love the motion control
this is your second review that i actually watched, the first one was an xperia, where you also made a short video on it... i can say, that this is a fair review... but, does moto have manual setting like the xperia? or just those modes?
The thing you said about the left edge of the screen squaring off in landscape mode? It's like that because of the camera hole, and there's a place in the phone's developer settings where you can turn that "feature" off, and then the screen will stay rounded at both ends. At least this was true for the 2020 model, so I'd expect it would also be true for the 2022 model.
Thanks for the review I'm looking to get this phone when it comes to Canada any word on when it will arrive , I have the edge plus 2020 version at the moment and I love it , but I'm still using Android 11 , any word on Android 12 ? When I will be receiving it?
i got this in december 2022. i dont ever see myself getting another phone until 2032. hopfully by then Motorola decides to make another flagship phone with this much love put into it. please make a fingerprint scanner on the lock button by then too.
Great review 👍 only question i have left is the audio quality 🔊 i have the Edge 2020, i heard the Edge 2021 actually took away the stereo speakers and went to a single loud speaker,, does this version have stereo speakers? And is there a headphone 🎧 jack?
Thankfully, the bloatware is Verizon bloatware, I assume. The phone has a pretty clean Android otherwise. The updated Ready For is also a big deal for me, it's the best desktop mode for an Android out there - yes, better than Dex, as far as I can tell. Samsung needs to up their game if they want people to consider Dex the gold standard for very much longer. There's also a straight up mistake or omission in the review - the phone can handle a whopping 68 watts fast charging which is pretty spectactular for speed charging. The brick you get with it is just 33 watts. But if you can find a 68 watt source, the phone will ingest it. Also, with regards to Ready For.... I think that feature alone puts this way above the Pixel, but furthermore, the Pixel has no video output on the USB-C *at all*, and apparently on purpose. That alone instantly eliminates it for me, personally.
Yes I wish more people would realize that not having video output through usb-c prevents you from doing things like Studio recording, which is kind of one of their selling points with their camera! I'm so glad Motorola does this!
Motorola..I like them to be back in the premium market but yes, they still need to step up on the camera software. I don't think it's with the sensors but what the phone does with the data available..and there's Google's Pixel phones which take the cake. But I learned Motorola's Desktop approach has become better and is in some ways even ahead of Samsung Dex. I am observing this closely because my dream would be in everything just being dependent on Android without having to fall back to Windows or any other OS. And besides that, yeah, I'll never leave it unmentioned: To all you phone manufacturers out there, would you please give back to us our headphone jack! Please! I would care more about it than about a waterproof phone. Yet I know you could do both.
I'm also holding out on buying a new phone because manufacturer s taking away the headphone jack is an atrocity. They did it to sell Bluetooth headsets plain and simple. It's anti consumer, and I hate the Android followed suite after Apple.
That is a tough sell, $1000 pre-deals, seems way out there. With no zoom, this is more like mid-tier, that $500-700 segment, competing with the Pixel 6, S21FE, etc. I suppose in a month or so it will drop to that price as demand and supply equalise, but knowing Motorolas software update record it would remain a hard buy for me.
Just bought it as a second phone for $499. It’s nutty for that price. I use an iPhone 13 as my main one for work and business, but the Edge is the fun phone.
While they do include a fast charger in the box, it's not the fastest the phone can do. It comes with a 30W charger but the phone is capable of 68W with an additional charger that comes to the tune of a whopping $60 extra purchase. OnePlus includes a charger in the box with their 9/9 Pro and 10 Pro devices and it's the maximum 65W the device is capable of in the US.
@@Cubano2031 No. Its 799 where I live and I don't worry about updates because I burn through phones in 18 to 24 months. It has been my eperience that most of what people critique about the differences in cameras is based on specs and not what the human eye can really notice or what most people care about. I take personal photo and I don't need professional results. The plastic part did bother me and I received conflicting info on the 5G compatibility. I hear the One + 10 Pro can't do 5G on AT&T either. Anyway, ultimately I decided to not get the phone. Pixel is intriguing but I see a lot of reviewers expressing long term use issues and advising to wait for the 7.
How does the Camera Compare to the Galaxy S20 Ultra? I need to choose between the Edge + and the S20 , I can get the Edge + or $199 and Already have the S20 but has a small cracked screen
Unfortunately at that price point never & considering the Chinese market so many phones just blow it away. And if you are paying cash up front it's a definite no for me,The photos looked good though.
The Motorola Edge Plus (2022) is water-resistant, but it is not fully waterproof. It has an IP54 rating, which means it can withstand splashes and dust, but it is not designed to be submerged in water. So you can safely use it in the rain or in damp environments, but you shouldn't take it swimming or into the shower. It's important to note that water resistance can decrease over time, so it's a good idea to avoid exposing the phone to water whenever possible.
Thanks for the review … I got one question what are their software update commitments two years three years or four years. With both Samsung and pixel you get quite a few years so I’m wondering about that that’s a big deal now
I have both Samsung has the better hardware but IMO oneUI is the ugliest android skin, vs MyUX which is cleaner and more to stock android plus all the additional customizion features and the moto actions
@@LTEAndroid I definitely prefer the Motorola skin it's cleaner and more usable, the Motorola skin adds face unlock something the Google Pixel doesn't have
I just got this phone yesterday. the battery life is absolute junk compared to my previous Moto, the XT2141-1 which would still be above 60% battery after a 12 hour shift. this phone is at 72% after only 3 hours at work. I know your first thoughts are that I might be using this new phone more but in actuality I used it just the same as my previous phone. I just shut off all sensors and put on battery saver. I suppose this processor is just a hungry hungry hippo
So really the only reason to buy one is just to have something different. There's no other reason to get this over Pixel or Samsung. I miss the days where you could customize the materials that Motorola phones were built with (leather, wood, etc).
Dave - one reason to get the Motorola vs Samsung is that you don't need to deal with all of the Samsung crapware and Samsung "account" that consumes a lot of memory and allows Samsung to track your every move. And the Samsung One UI + Bixby can't be deleted. Motorola phones are pure Android, which is a huge selling point for the otherwise crippled Pixel phones.
Motorola hasn't done well in North America for many years. But they managed to created a niche with budget to midrange phones. This may be their first attempt at a flagship here.
It's An Absolutely Splendid Phone...Just Far Beyond My Budget...$850 And Has Only 4800mAh Battery...When Model Half And A Fraction Of The Price Have 5000mAh And Even 6000mAh Batteries...
Motorola might not have the best technology but after using Samsung Flagship phones and Motorola phones, Motorola phones are just built to last longer, the build quality, is simply better than Samsung, it's going to last long. It's kind of like the difference between a Toyota that might not be that fancy but it's going to be with you in the long run, versus a Cadillac that's got all kinds of cool bells and whistles but it's going to spend a lot of time in the shop because of poor build quality. To each their own.
Thanks, Patrick for the review. The question with any Motorola phone is, how many years of OS and Security Updates will the consumer be receiving? This has been a huge disappointment for me, with the Moto G Power 2020, just one OS Update, and not even two years of Security Updates. At this price point, I would need at least 3 OS Updates and 4 Years of Security Updates. Also, the audio needs to be very good, the screen needs to be much brighter. The bloatware is a concern, as well. I will need to think about this. Thanks, CNET.
Awesome review !! 👍 Amazing true flagship from Motorola. Rightly said, next best option to Pixel 6 pro for Android buyers, but then in many areas I would easily pick the Motorola over the Pixel 6 pro. Keep up the great reviews, thanks !
I would say the next best phone would be a S22 not a pixel 6 pro. With all the issues being added with updates still going on I would stay away and get a s22 or wait for a pixel 7 and see if they fix the issues
@@elliekim6666 My daughter just got the S22 and she hates it. The battery doesn't last and she's had all sorts of issues with it. She's a true Samsung person; has been very disappointed with the S22.
Very nice video and a very nice phone. It's good to see there are price ranges or person can get an excellent phone without having to go broke or make too many extended payments. The only way a person can tell a difference between most of these phones as if it side-by-side or they have technical knowledge such as you have. The edge Plus would be perfect for the person that has a limited budget but wants to buy high-quality phone that can last them for 3 to 5 years. I mean unless you know the definition of noise and what it looks like the average person isn't even going to notice the distortions in photos let alone compared The edge Plus with an iPhone or Samsung flagship. If you buy this phone you're getting a high-quality device with great charging speed it all the features the average person could use. One thing I do wonder about is that on pages with Motorola it seems like they're usually in Spanish so I don't know if this phone is more popular with spanish-speaking people than others? I mean Motorola headquarters is here in Chicago USA so I don't know what gives.?I can honestly say that if I have a limited budget and need a new 5G phone right now and have the money I would have no problems buying the edge Plus and being proud to own it. Your video was entertaining and informative and much you have a friend in Columbus Ohio:-)
I was checking to see if they brought back front facing stereo speakers. But you didn't get there. My last Motorola was the Moto x pure. I love front facing stereo speakers. Thanks
Having had a brilliant original Moto X.... I would definitely consider a Moto phone again BUT the terrible updates would be a deal breaker in the end so it's a no from me.
Maybe it's just me, but is there some kind of weird blurring effect they put on the video? It's not even a depth of field? It's just kinda blurry on the edges.
Im trying to figure out how someone can justify buying a phone for $900. Think about it. In 2 years you will most likely get a new phone, soooo that's almost $1000 EVERY YEar you are dropping on a new phone
Going to start selling this phone in two weeks at Spectrum. Hopefully it solved the cellular connectivity bug the plagues motor’s. Could also be because we get the budget Moto’s.
Why are all these new Flagship phones Only 1080p ??? Yes it's good enough but why is Sony the only 4k display available. It must be because of the battery life? But I still get over 5 1/2 hours SOT on my old Xperia 1 so....????
I currently have a Samsung s21 ultra and doing "research" between Samsung z flip 3 and moto edge plus to see what's worth upgrading to next summer when I'm eligible to upgrade thru Verizon. Unless I should just wait for s23 series next year? Lol but I want to do something different during next upgrade cycle
Being almost 60 years old and arthritic. I've dropped my moto z a good number of times. After 5 years it finally bit the dust the last time I dropped it. In all fairness it did numerous cartwheels before it came to a rest completely shattered. I started off with the original moto flip back in the 90s. Since that time I've had Nokia's Samsung's and the apple 4. I find that Motorola is still the phone manufacturer for me. I'm patiently waiting for my new edge plus to arrive.
you're 60 and still have passion for phone! excellent man! love from India 💖
Ohhhh. The phone did numerous cartwheels... I thought u did for a second!! 😁😁. Enjoy!!
@@lightfreak there are no cartwheels for me. I'm too old for that. I'd probably break a hip or a leg.
Now that you've had the phone for 5 months or so, would love to know your thoughts about the phone? Thank you!
I agree completely. I'm using a Samsung right now. Have been using it for 3 weeks now and cannot wait to have a Motorola again. Reliable, great features, and doesn't come with all the bloat if you buy it directly from Motorola. Don't know why I even venture away from time to time...
I really enjoy your reviews so I guess I'm allowed to comment. 😎. One thing you didn't touch on that I've always found true with moto phones is durability. I drop mine hundreds of times and it's still working.
Its what we are great for at motorola!
Unlike Samsung lol 😆 🤣 plastic n filled with issues
Hundreds!? Do you not have fingers?
@@jahkobej6157 For $900? You must be rich
Very durable
Wish they would have been rebels & put a headphone jack on it!
Deal breaker right here
My moto g fast has one and it's been the cheapest and favoritephone I have ever owned
@@Miley_00 I have a moto z4 that's now running slow so I'm going to replace it and was considering the edge plus. What is it you love about your phone
There are affordable quality wireless sets out. Get with the times 🤷🏾♂️
Bro I'm surprised you still have / are buying wired headphones
A software update for the camera for this phone was update and as of August 2022, you can now record video at 4K 60fps. I have this phone and it's a great phone. I bought it new for $500 on Woot.
Thank you for the update on the phone, any more insight you care to share? I'm going to watch the Google Event tomorrow about the Pixel 7 Pro and I think it's between this phone, that phone and maybe Samsung S22 Ultra or dare I wait for the S22 Ultra that will come out in February or March...... I had a Pixel 3XL and loved it, until it just stopped working for no reason, since then I've been a little sour on Google phones. I've been using a Moto G Power and it's been okay or amazing considered how cheap the phone actually was..... Thank you!
@@dej353 One feature I really enjoy using is the fingerpritn scanner in the power button. It's accurate and fast to unlock. I believe this is an underrated feature on a phone since it's pretty cool to have an on-screen fingerprint scanner. It also has face unlock and works well.
My Edge+ comes with 8GB of Ram, but a software feature allows you add an additional 2GB of Ram that is taken from storage capacity. In total, my phone is running with 10GB of Ram, which is plentiful for a flagship phone today.
I am using it for a week now, and I loved it!! Everything is working great, just it gets warm pretty fast.
This phone cost $1000 with bad camera,only two years of updates, plastic frame,not AOD,not 5G on AT&T etc lol for less than that price you can get a iPhone,S22,Pixel 6 etc
@@Cubano2031 i rather buy s21 ultra secondhand than this phone.
Who's your carrier?
Does it have wireless charging?
@@garynembhard7433 I got the 512 Gig version at Amazon that someone returned because they did not like the phone for $574 and I found out it does have wireless charging and being 55 I am not a camera picky person and for the price I am very happy with the phone so far, no complaints from me at all. It was in a like new condition too.
@@Jesse6749 I bought the Edge 2021, but it didn't work on T-Mobile, so I sent it back. I didn't wanna gamble on the Edge+, since I had seen that Verizon was the only one selling them.
The phone is actually 699 right now at best buy. It has 512 gigs of storage and can get up to 68 watts of fast charging with the right brick which is just nice for that price
68? You sure
500$ rn
@@StopWars420 depends on where you live
@@StopWars420160 actually boost mobile
68w charging speed? Really? Like 40-50mins full?
Getting this phone now (the 128gb model) refurbished & carrier unlocked in 2024 for under $160 US, under $200 US shipped internationally, great deal especially for someone with only a $200 US budget
Especially
For someone like me when I cut into my food budget, saving up for that only took me 4 months, unless there's a better suggestion within the month.
3 weeks ago I got 1 from eBay for $162 after tax. It got 256gb storage & 12gb ram. It is in excellent condition and unlocked Verizon. I loved it. It got 1.2M points for Antutu benchmark, this score is a high end phone nowadays.
Just got one and it's the best Motorola ever made. The only thing missing that would have been a major Motorola upgrade is a always on display!
I have the same thing from December 2022 to this day. it's everything the narrator has described with an excellent description in your video. It's a fantastic phone along with the 30 Watt brick charger... Google doesn't offer no bricks in their new phones either!!
Some charging bricks can go up to 100 watts! That might be expensive. You did a great job on this video for this phone. It's expensive but it has pretty cool features in it like you forgot the feature in the camera, being the "Slow Motion" one. It's a fast charging to this day and the battery lasts all day long into the evening. This device is one of the best phones I ever had. 👏🏻😎☀️💯🎯
I think there is an option to enable full-screen mode for apps to prevent apps from being cropped below the front camera.
Developer Options
Yes there is but still some media gets cropped no worth it
Yes you are right
I bought a Moto Edge 5G in 2020, and I've loved it! I've been starting to shop for it's replacement, and, I have been absolutely disgusted that most phone makers are doing away with SD card slots, and 3.5 mm jacks! There aren't a lot of options in high-end phones that still have at least the SD support, if not a 3.5 mm jack! I was pretty much down to considering a Sony Xperia 5 IV, or a ASUS Zenfone 8 Flip! After some thought, I have grudgingly came to the conclusion that, as long as the phone has at least 256 GB, and preferably 512GB internal, it should be enough. I just hate being arbitrarily limited! And now, that this phone is selling for $499.99, I am seriously giving it another look!
Did u bought it?
In Asia, this is priced as a flagship killer. 12gb 256gb goes for slightly under USD600. Likewise the Realme GT2 Pro.
Boost has it $199 512G 12G ram
With 2 years of OS updates and who knows when ! Seriously Motorola needs to do at least 3 with Google doing 3 and Samsung doing 4 if they want to have any chance of gaining market share
Christ, Apple gives like 8 years at this point.
You realize OS updates slows down your phone
@@eddyflo2978 yeah .... No
@@elliekim6666 Actually, yes. Apple and other companies have already admitted that.
I don't know why people worry about this because you can get a lot of that software for Android off the internet and simply install it yourself, everybody wants people to do things for them, don't be lazy.
I m from Delhi , India ...My relatives stay in Boston , Whenever they come home back in Delhi , one thing they always wonder , when Android phones r really gonna break through tightly integrated iphone market in US . Except for Samsung , there's really no choice for consumers , like Verizon looked iphones r so common . Something we really wish , Oppo , Vivo , Xaiomi , Motorola , Google Pixel , OnePlus .... r so good n competitive 🔥🔥US consumers r so deprived of cutting edge tech for the price they r paying. it's so Uncool 🔥🔥
I dont think they really miss. They have apple. They still get Motorola at lower price.
All of the brands you mention for Android phones are available in the USA, but many don't work on the creaking old Verizon network. The USA market is a funny mix of enthusiasts who buy unlocked phones from anyplace they find a deal, to those who slavishly buy only from their carrier and limit their choices to what the carrier offers.
While I love Motorola, $900 for a phone with no real IP rating and no long term updates? I’ll pass…
1080p is good. I don't have a problem with it.
This guy giving the review is great! I'm curious to see what else you might be doing reviews on.
I switched to this from S21. Moto is superior for what I want. It's just more intuitive. I bought a Pixel 4 XL for $109 from Ebay and sent it to Verizon for $700 off. I got mine for $290 total as a result. I prefer the fast snappy screen, more plastic older gorilla glass which is flexible and won't crack and break when you drop it (phone is also in a case so I don't care about colors). The phone is just the perfect almost pure Android experience. It's too bad it won't sell well because it's better than flagship Samsung from a usability standpoint.
I currently have the Google pixel that released this last October, my first not Motorola phone and I've been nothing but disgusted with the Google pixel.
It's bugged out numerous times and just doesn't compare to a good ole Motorola. Trying to switch back asap
@@occulticarts I'd you're on Verizon, maybe you can get a good trade in? I've had Motorola RAZR Maxx HD, Motorola Droid Turbo 2 and now this Edge Plus 2022. All fantastic phones. I definitely prefer them to Samsung. I don't have experience with Pixel, but they seem to want to compete with Apple and I always hear they have hardware issues like battery life and locking up.
I completely agree as I had an S21 Ultra that cant utilize USB-C to HDMI or outgoing video of any kind, and the Motorola phone does! Its built waaaaay better in the durability department. I miss the camera on my S21 Ultra, but this phone is literally better in every other way. Also unlocking the phone through the developer options, there are ways to port it to any major network, you just need to know what you are doing and possibly install some software, but it is possible.
What's the different between moto edge and moto edge plus and 5 g stylus
It also supports 4K HDR 10+ recording
The main issue I have is the price vs support and updates. I can get 4 to 6 years of updates and support from Apple, Samsung and Google for the same price, so why would I spend my money on a Motorola for 2 years of updates? That's a shame because I like Motorola phones
Because Motorola allows you to unlock your bootloader and load whatever android OS you want on your phone.
And it's not like this is 2004. The process has become "click/drag" easy. It's not complicated anymore for the manufacturers who don't actively make it that way.
Really? Is it safe and secure? What happens when you do bootloader?
Awesome review keep it up as always bro
Thank you, Ron Jeremy
had a a02 and boost mobile had their upgrade stuff, got this for $200 (yes it's new)......so got a pretty darn good deal and i still have my a02 even though it's painfully slow now that i have a phone that is snappy. anyway, didn't know about the wrist turn to turn the camera on, that's nice to know thanks.
honestly the phone is great but i guess if you have lived with all the other modern phones well maybe it wont seem so crazy but to me it was a crazy good upgrade and i really can't complain.
it's $149 now on boost website
I really liked everything about the budget Moto G phone I had- especially the software. It was an excellent phone all around, the only downside was basically the budget aspects of the phone (screen, sound quality) which was no means a problem considering the phone cost $150.
I think Motorola is extremely underrated and is doing a great job at making cellphones as they have for years.
Only reason I'm not upgrading is my OnePlus 7T is still going strong, and even after 3 years the tech in phones has not improved enough for me to justify an upgrade (in some cases, it has gone backwards). Ex- many phones now have 1080p screens in base models (even though my 2017 LG G6 ($500) had a 2K screen), same or less RAM, many still having 128GB storage, etc. This phone does stand out as it says screw you to the flagships keeping 3 cameras to the ultra 'premium' phones, even though for years androids had 3 cameras in midrange. Now manufacturers (Apple) basically gatekeep with the 3 cameras as a reason to buy premium phones.
I feel ya. I have the 8t and i wouldn't trade up for this
I've been debating whether this is worth upgrading from my Z4 that I've had for 2.5 years
Not sure what you did but this phone is currently on sale for 500 dollars from Motorola unlocked
@@Somedude819 24 dollars
EMI 2 years
😂
I have the new moto edge plus 2022 I really love it. Display is nice and crisp. Fast phone and it fits my big hands nicely. The camera is extra crispy. Love night mode. 144hz is beast.
How is the phone call quality?
But do they update the Android OS and add security patches, that's never been a priority with Motorola phones at least not with any that I've owned.
I think it's 2 years OS and 3 for Security
I've never had an issue with updates. If you buy through a carrier you get updates on their schedule. I always buy unlocked and have never had update issues
Is $300 now on amazon for those who want to try it out
Great review a always mate. As for the gmail and browser being cropped in landscape. That happens on the Google pixel 6 and 6 pro as well. There’s no way of enabling full screen apps in settings.
Developer options
@@JerryLandinghamjr All that does is crop it even more on the sides..It looks even worse. Lol
Go through developer options my dude
Just bought this phone on Amazon an hour or so ago. It's the 512 GB RAM with 8GB RAM version, for $230.00. It was described by the seller on Amazon as new, manufacturer discontinued, and the seller even included a wireless charger. Can't go wrong with that, and I can't wait to get it on Thursday or Friday. (I'm upgrading from a 2020 Edge+ that is starting to act a bit wanky.)
UPDATE: The phone turned out to be used, had quite a bit off scuffing all around the sides, and my son said it looked like the glass on the back wasn't original so the phone probably had been opened up at some point, and I didn't get the wireless charger. I had to send it back, so am still shopping.
Isn't this the edge x30? They look exactly the same and have the same specs. It is half the price though
I now see that they are the same phone but edge plus is the US variant. Can't believe they are selling for that kind of money....
Yes it is the X30.
For whatever reason they changed the name when they brought it into the United States.
But it is the X30.
@@Astralwintertiger In some markets it is. But it's more or less the same phone.
After CNET oneplus camera review. I am now doubting all reviews.
if they keep this up and upgrade the water rating I'll be going back to Motorola in a year or two as a had a Moto g4 and loved it until it slowed down significantly
I love the motion control
Thank you so much for this I was thinking about this phone and since I do take a lot of photos now I am def getting this phone
IP 68 wouldn't hurt either
this is your second review that i actually watched, the first one was an xperia, where you also made a short video on it...
i can say, that this is a fair review...
but, does moto have manual setting like the xperia? or just those modes?
The thing you said about the left edge of the screen squaring off in landscape mode? It's like that because of the camera hole, and there's a place in the phone's developer settings where you can turn that "feature" off, and then the screen will stay rounded at both ends. At least this was true for the 2020 model, so I'd expect it would also be true for the 2022 model.
You didn't mention the build. Plastic, metal, glass?
Thanks for the review I'm looking to get this phone when it comes to Canada any word on when it will arrive , I have the edge plus 2020 version at the moment and I love it , but I'm still using Android 11 , any word on Android 12 ? When I will be receiving it?
i got this in december 2022. i dont ever see myself getting another phone until 2032. hopfully by then Motorola decides to make another flagship phone with this much love put into it. please make a fingerprint scanner on the lock button by then too.
Great review 👍 only question i have left is the audio quality 🔊 i have the Edge 2020, i heard the Edge 2021 actually took away the stereo speakers and went to a single loud speaker,, does this version have stereo speakers? And is there a headphone 🎧 jack?
No headphone jack and you have one speaker in the top grill and one at the bottom of the phone. And yes it's stereo.
There's a lot of give & take. They also never gave us the 5000 mAh battery this time either.
Thankfully, the bloatware is Verizon bloatware, I assume. The phone has a pretty clean Android otherwise. The updated Ready For is also a big deal for me, it's the best desktop mode for an Android out there - yes, better than Dex, as far as I can tell. Samsung needs to up their game if they want people to consider Dex the gold standard for very much longer. There's also a straight up mistake or omission in the review - the phone can handle a whopping 68 watts fast charging which is pretty spectactular for speed charging. The brick you get with it is just 33 watts. But if you can find a 68 watt source, the phone will ingest it. Also, with regards to Ready For.... I think that feature alone puts this way above the Pixel, but furthermore, the Pixel has no video output on the USB-C *at all*, and apparently on purpose. That alone instantly eliminates it for me, personally.
Yes I wish more people would realize that not having video output through usb-c prevents you from doing things like Studio recording, which is kind of one of their selling points with their camera! I'm so glad Motorola does this!
Motorola..I like them to be back in the premium market but yes, they still need to step up on the camera software. I don't think it's with the sensors but what the phone does with the data available..and there's Google's Pixel phones which take the cake. But I learned Motorola's Desktop approach has become better and is in some ways even ahead of Samsung Dex. I am observing this closely because my dream would be in everything just being dependent on Android without having to fall back to Windows or any other OS. And besides that, yeah, I'll never leave it unmentioned:
To all you phone manufacturers out there, would you please give back to us our headphone jack! Please! I would care more about it than about a waterproof phone. Yet I know you could do both.
I'm also holding out on buying a new phone because manufacturer s taking away the headphone jack is an atrocity. They did it to sell Bluetooth headsets plain and simple. It's anti consumer, and I hate the Android followed suite after Apple.
That is a tough sell, $1000 pre-deals, seems way out there. With no zoom, this is more like mid-tier, that $500-700 segment, competing with the Pixel 6, S21FE, etc. I suppose in a month or so it will drop to that price as demand and supply equalise, but knowing Motorolas software update record it would remain a hard buy for me.
Great Review And Yes I Would Consider Buying When The Price Drops, Maybe When This Phone Dies Completely Or Nearly.
I'm a Motorola fan, but this leaves me underwhelmed.
Just bought it as a second phone for $499. It’s nutty for that price. I use an iPhone 13 as my main one for work and business, but the Edge is the fun phone.
I'm close to purchasing it as a 2ned as well, Hows the battery life?
While they do include a fast charger in the box, it's not the fastest the phone can do. It comes with a 30W charger but the phone is capable of 68W with an additional charger that comes to the tune of a whopping $60 extra purchase. OnePlus includes a charger in the box with their 9/9 Pro and 10 Pro devices and it's the maximum 65W the device is capable of in the US.
This video was very helpful! I have been trying to decide between Pixel 6 Pro, this phone and Sony Xperia 1 III.
Lol are you insane?? This phone cost $1000 with bad camera,only two years of updates, plastic frame,not AOD,not 5G on AT&T etc lol
@@Cubano2031 the camera looks good…
@@Cubano2031 No. Its 799 where I live and I don't worry about updates because I burn through phones in 18 to 24 months. It has been my eperience that most of what people critique about the differences in cameras is based on specs and not what the human eye can really notice or what most people care about. I take personal photo and I don't need professional results. The plastic part did bother me and I received conflicting info on the 5G compatibility. I hear the One + 10 Pro can't do 5G on AT&T either. Anyway, ultimately I decided to not get the phone. Pixel is intriguing but I see a lot of reviewers expressing long term use issues and advising to wait for the 7.
Sony kind of sucks
How does the Camera Compare to the Galaxy S20 Ultra? I need to choose between the Edge + and the S20 , I can get the Edge + or $199 and Already have the S20 but has a small cracked screen
Unfortunately at that price point never & considering the Chinese market so many phones just blow it away.
And if you are paying cash up front it's a definite no for me,The photos looked good though.
Only thing this phone lacks is a phone jack and being waterproof.
The Motorola Edge Plus (2022) is water-resistant, but it is not fully waterproof. It has an IP54 rating, which means it can withstand splashes and dust, but it is not designed to be submerged in water. So you can safely use it in the rain or in damp environments, but you shouldn't take it swimming or into the shower.
It's important to note that water resistance can decrease over time, so it's a good idea to avoid exposing the phone to water whenever possible.
Thanks for the review … I got one question what are their software update commitments two years three years or four years. With both Samsung and pixel you get quite a few years so I’m wondering about that that’s a big deal now
Motorola is usually one & done with software updates. This phone comes with Android 12. At some point you'll get 13 & that's it.
Since Motorola killed off the Z line, this Edge+ might have to be the replacement for my aging Z4.
i just got this phone from best buy for about 400 dollars after trading in my iphone 12. love it so far 😁😁
can you speak about the high radiation level of these phones,just found out about this after purchase new from verizon
Great hardware, good flagship.. But definitely not a Galaxy S22 contender imo.
Better than the Galaxy
I have both Samsung has the better hardware but IMO oneUI is the ugliest android skin, vs MyUX which is cleaner and more to stock android plus all the additional customizion features and the moto actions
@@LTEAndroid I definitely prefer the Motorola skin it's cleaner and more usable, the Motorola skin adds face unlock something the Google Pixel doesn't have
I had to return an s22, when I test it side by side with my friends edge... Even the camera, Im happier now with the edge
I just got this phone yesterday. the battery life is absolute junk compared to my previous Moto, the XT2141-1 which would still be above 60% battery after a 12 hour shift. this phone is at 72% after only 3 hours at work. I know your first thoughts are that I might be using this new phone more but in actuality I used it just the same as my previous phone. I just shut off all sensors and put on battery saver. I suppose this processor is just a hungry hungry hippo
So really the only reason to buy one is just to have something different. There's no other reason to get this over Pixel or Samsung. I miss the days where you could customize the materials that Motorola phones were built with (leather, wood, etc).
Dave - one reason to get the Motorola vs Samsung is that you don't need to deal with all of the Samsung crapware and Samsung "account" that consumes a lot of memory and allows Samsung to track your every move. And the Samsung One UI + Bixby can't be deleted. Motorola phones are pure Android, which is a huge selling point for the otherwise crippled Pixel phones.
Motorola hasn't done well in North America for many years. But they managed to created a niche with budget to midrange phones. This may be their first attempt at a flagship here.
It's An Absolutely Splendid Phone...Just Far Beyond My Budget...$850 And Has Only 4800mAh Battery...When Model Half And A Fraction Of The Price Have 5000mAh And Even 6000mAh Batteries...
Motorola might not have the best technology but after using Samsung Flagship phones and Motorola phones, Motorola phones are just built to last longer, the build quality, is simply better than Samsung, it's going to last long. It's kind of like the difference between a Toyota that might not be that fancy but it's going to be with you in the long run, versus a Cadillac that's got all kinds of cool bells and whistles but it's going to spend a lot of time in the shop because of poor build quality. To each their own.
Thanks, Patrick for the review. The question with any Motorola phone is, how many years of OS and Security Updates will the consumer be receiving? This has been a huge disappointment for me, with the Moto G Power 2020, just one OS Update, and not even two years of Security Updates. At this price point, I would need at least 3 OS Updates and 4 Years of Security Updates. Also, the audio needs to be very good, the screen needs to be much brighter. The bloatware is a concern, as well. I will need to think about this. Thanks, CNET.
Haha they won't
With Motorola you will NOT be receiving 3 years of anything. You'll be lucky to get 1 OS update and maybe 1 or 2 security updates a year
I just ordered a Motorola 68 Watt wall charger.
good review. I always like moto phones, having moto one action.
Awesome review !! 👍 Amazing true flagship from Motorola. Rightly said, next best option to Pixel 6 pro for Android buyers, but then in many areas I would easily pick the Motorola over the Pixel 6 pro.
Keep up the great reviews, thanks !
I would say the next best phone would be a S22 not a pixel 6 pro. With all the issues being added with updates still going on I would stay away and get a s22 or wait for a pixel 7 and see if they fix the issues
Lol are you insane?? This phone cost $1000 with bad camera,only two years of updates, plastic frame,not AOD,not 5G on AT&T etc lol
@@elliekim6666 The Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro have almost no issues any longer, they’ve put out like a million updates
@@elliekim6666 My daughter just got the S22 and she hates it. The battery doesn't last and she's had all sorts of issues with it. She's a true Samsung person; has been very disappointed with the S22.
My pixel 6 pro cracked from the curved side of screen. Half the display is gone and I only bought it last month. Money wasted
How does it compare to the newer Samsung note?
Very nice video and a very nice phone. It's good to see there are price ranges or person can get an excellent phone without having to go broke or make too many extended payments. The only way a person can tell a difference between most of these phones as if it side-by-side or they have technical knowledge such as you have. The edge Plus would be perfect for the person that has a limited budget but wants to buy high-quality phone that can last them for 3 to 5 years. I mean unless you know the definition of noise and what it looks like the average person isn't even going to notice the distortions in photos let alone compared The edge Plus with an iPhone or Samsung flagship. If you buy this phone you're getting a high-quality device with great charging speed it all the features the average person could use. One thing I do wonder about is that on pages with Motorola it seems like they're usually in Spanish so I don't know if this phone is more popular with spanish-speaking people than others? I mean Motorola headquarters is here in Chicago USA so I don't know what gives.?I can honestly say that if I have a limited budget and need a new 5G phone right now and have the money I would have no problems buying the edge Plus and being proud to own it. Your video was entertaining and informative and much you have a friend in Columbus Ohio:-)
I been waiting for this phone but at 900$ , I decide to put 300 more and ordered the s22ultra. knowing it's got good camera and 5 years updates
How’s the updates. That’s what I care about.
Hate to say it but this is a pass. Why? Because for the price we should get more than 2 updates.
I was checking to see if they brought back front facing stereo speakers. But you didn't get there. My last Motorola was the Moto x pure. I love front facing stereo speakers. Thanks
How's the battery life
This phone got 1.2M points for the Antutu benchmark. That is a score for the high-end phone nowadays.
Will it work with AT&T?
this or s10 plus?
Having had a brilliant original Moto X.... I would definitely consider a Moto phone again BUT the terrible updates would be a deal breaker in the end so it's a no from me.
And that's where pixel phones come in
@@omens3403 - except many users, like me, won't buy a phone with no expandable memory and no headphone jack. So Pixel is a non-starter.
Maybe it's just me, but is there some kind of weird blurring effect they put on the video? It's not even a depth of field? It's just kinda blurry on the edges.
Please give me the name of camera you used to shot phone video while using
Please
No mention of wireless charging. I guess that's how they keep the cost down.
Does it come with a stylus.
Im trying to figure out how someone can justify buying a phone for $900. Think about it. In 2 years you will most likely get a new phone, soooo that's almost $1000 EVERY YEar you are dropping on a new phone
Going to start selling this phone in two weeks at Spectrum. Hopefully it solved the cellular connectivity bug the plagues motor’s. Could also be because we get the budget Moto’s.
I want Ubuntu Edge more :D
Is that battery 5000 or 4650 ,because the moto edge 5g is 2021 is 5000
Not having 4k60 doesn’t sound good at all. 8k sounds cool but looks like crap. Would need a stand and tons of light. Idk.
Now that Woot it selling it for $500 I'm waiting for the critics to say it isn't worth anything over $300. The price makes this a bargain.
I've had the previous gen since it came out. Hands down better than any galaxy out now. I'll be picking this one up ASAP
Did you pick up this phone, what are your thoughts? Thank you!
Does it work with ATT 5G?
Will this work on T-Mobile? The Edge 2021 did not.
I hate underscreen fingers print scanner and curve scree. This one looks awesome
$1,000? Dude my s21fe cost me $700 and is just as good and it actually shoots in 4k 60fps
$1k for a Motorola!!?? Motorola, calm down!
It's $500, calm down
In your opinion, would you trade an iPhone 12 Pro Max for it??
i hope you didn’t
I traded my Z3 for a Samsung note 20 Ultra... not willing to trade back to a Motorola phone yet...
I miss my mods, dammit!
Why are all these new Flagship phones Only 1080p ???
Yes it's good enough but why is Sony the only 4k display available. It must be because of the battery life? But I still get over 5 1/2 hours SOT on my old Xperia 1 so....????
Definitely considering this
I currently have a Samsung s21 ultra and doing "research" between Samsung z flip 3 and moto edge plus to see what's worth upgrading to next summer when I'm eligible to upgrade thru Verizon. Unless I should just wait for s23 series next year? Lol but I want to do something different during next upgrade cycle
I recently upgraded from the S21 Ultra to this phone, and aside from the high-end Zoom that the Samsung can do, overall this is a superior phone.
Just got one for 500
You can't find a phone with a charger in a box? Did you ever find a one plus phone or zte phone?
You should sideload the pixle Camera software.
Can you watch movies in netflix with hdr?
Is the audio loud enough?
its 144hz