Motorola Edge+ | 2023 | Unlocked | Made for US 8/512 | 50 MPCamera | Intersteller Black, 161.16x74x8.59

Amazing Phone. Truly Flagship Grade. Problem with Packaging.
Received this phone today, so I haven’t had it in my hands all that long. With that being said, from what I’ve experienced so far, this phone is truly competing with the best of the best.Pros:1. The screen is gorgeous and pops with inky vibrant colors and deep blacks. It’s also capable of up to 165 hz refresh which is top notch. Everything is fluid and I really couldn’t ask for more. The display also goes up to 1,300 nits, so it should be visible in direct sunlight.2. The camera takes very nice photos that are compete with other flagships. The camera setup is versatile with a 50 MP OIS main camera, 50 MP ultra wide and a 12 megapixel 2X telephoto lens. Very happy with these cameras. I have not had a chance to test them in low light or take much video though.3. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 processor and 8GB ram make performance as quick as it gets. There is no perceivable lag when moving around the phone or doing tasks in apps.4. The build quality feels amazing in hand. It definitely feels solidly put together. The back of the phone is gorilla glass, but the sandblasted texture feels great in hand and prevents smudges.5. Charging speed is one of the things that blew me away the most about this phone! It’s amazing. It charges seriously fast at up to 68 watts when using the included adapter, and doesn’t get too hot while doing so either. I charged from 20 percent to 80 percent in 21.5 minutes. From 20 percent to 50 percent it only took 9 minutes. Not sure how this will impact battery longevity in several years, but Motorola does give you the option to turn it off. The Phone is capable of 15 watt wireless charging too, which is a nice touch. Be aware that this phone does not contain MagSafe magnets like iPhone. You’ll have to buy a case for that feature.Cons:1. The update support is not as long as other competitors. Motorola promised 3 years of OS updates and a total of 4 years of security patches. So in total that’s 4 years of keeping the phone secured. Samsung and Google have longer update policies that beat this number. As this phone was officially released in May of 2023, it’s already been out for over 1.5 years as of this review. It should still receive updates at least until Mid-2027. That was long enough to make me feel ok buying it. But I’d consider your needs before purchasing.2. There are some preloaded apps. But every phone except iPhone or Pixel does this. Luckily they can be uninstalled or disabled.3. When I took the phone out of the box, I had to spend 1-2 hours applying all of the updates. The phone was nowhere near updated to the latest OS or security patches. That was a pain. But some other phones have this issue too.4. Probably the biggest con (and maybe specific to Amazon). The security seal sticker on the retail box was already broken when I received the phone. I ordered item shipped and sold by Amazon and double checked to make sure. I was very irritated when I first realized this. However, it seems I’m not the only one who’s had this issue. Upon inspecting the device and the rest of the box, it seems like it was never used or altered. But it still leaves a bad taste in the mouth for someone buying a phone listed as being Brand new. I think what might have happened is the sticker ripped apart during shipping and handling. It’s a very thin security sticker that feels more like tissue paper where the seal was broken. Still, I’m very disappointed Amazon would be selling new units with a defective seal. I’m considering returning and buying this phone at another retailer due to the issue.Overall, I think this is a wonderful flagship level device from Motorola. There is really nothing I’ve discovered that I don’t like (aside from the issue with the packaging). For the sale price I paid of $400 unlocked, I think it’s truly an amazing value. I highly recommend this device. My advice would perhaps be to buy the phone at a physical retail store and inspect the packaging before purchasing. Amazon should be made aware that these phone boxes were either previously opened or manufactured with defective seals.

Excellent phone, a simple review
The Moto Edge Plus 2023 is the best Motorola I’ve had and I’ve stuck with Motorola for a long time. I’m continually pleased more and more as I use it. Look, I don’t delve deep into specs or drool over asthetics – I just want a phone that does what it’s supposed to do. But it sure does look nice all the same. Add a Poetic case and it will feel solid in your hand and it will sit without wobble from the cameras. It’s fast. The screen looks great. Speakers are rather loud with volume up but of course you aren’t likely to play music using only the speakers, you’ll stream it to some Bluetooth speakers or use ear buds. Android 14 is slick and easy to use. As always, Motorola adds only a few gesture options and a few moto specialty assists but you don’t need to use them – you will, though! No added bloat, almost pure Android. The cameras are far better than the moto cams of old. I have no complaints. Charges ridiculously fast. Battery lasts 2 days or more normal use, I haven’t drained it fully to see exactly how long but I’m very happy with the battery life. The power button below the volume is weird at first but it’s easy to get used to. You can power off using the button on the screen near the settings icon so you rarely need the physical button anyway. You can also change the very odd default setting for power off using the power key and volume button same time, which is awkward. Just check the settings and switch it to power off with just the power button. I love a big phone so I’m happy with the size. And here’s something unexpected that I really appreciate – the screen is smudge resistant and does a great job of keeping prints off it. The phone looks nice all the time, no greasy fingerprints for the most part. When you do notice it needs a wipe, a soft cloth and literally 2 seconds to get it perfect again is all you need. Any marks come right off without smudging. The haptics give a great feel as you navigate. The price is excellent for the quality of this phone. Highly recommended.