Motorola - edge+ 512GB 2023 (Unlocked) - Interstellar Black

I've had this phone for a few weeks now and am greatly enjoying it. I am switching from a Galaxy S23U and aside from a camera downgrade, this device exceeds it in almost every way. 1. Battery life is exceptional, I can always get a full day out of it without issue, and if I'm a bit nicer I can stretch it into two days. 2. Performance is very strong thanks to the flagship CPU. Operation is fluid, there is no stutter, and apps/games run without issues. 3. Display is also very good. 1080p is totally fine for this screen size and the 165hz refresh rate keeps everything looking very smooth. 4. Eye Sensitivity options are great. Flicker free option is a life saver and the display itself is much kinder to the eyes for those with PWM sensitivity. 5. UI is very minimalist and Motorola's extras are very nice. twist to open camera and chop for flashlight are very useful. Personally I still prefer the customization afforded by samsung but Motorola is providing valuable customization that help bridge the gap. 6. Camera is pretty good in strong light scenarios and pretty decent at night, but its closer to something like an S21/21 or an iphone 13 than anything current gen. 7. 512gb storage as standard is very convenient. Great device and excellent value for the price.

For the price, this phone has a lot to offer from the excellent battery life, to a clean android software experience, the cameras are good not great but very serviceable, the 512gb of storage gives me a lot to work with. The phone has 165hz refresh and with the all battery it feels so smooth and crisp when viewing videos or playing games. The screen is 1080p+ (2400x1080) and for what it is it looks remarkable close to 1440p. It has been a joy viewing videos, playing games on it. The screen is curved thus finding screen protectors are a problem but I found some on Amazon for less than $10 USD that have been very serviceable and easy to apply. I come from a long time usage of Samsung phones, and to be frank and honest I really love the near stock android UI this phone runs. I hate how Samsung has double of all android apps; two stores, two text message apps, two phones, etc... This Motorola doesn't have those issues and what little extras Motorola added on are fine. There were some bloatware apps like Facebook being preinstalled but they were easy to remove. If you are coming from an apple device I would recommend having a USB-c to lighting cable handy to transfer over your stuff or if coming from another android device a standard USB-c to USB-c cable to make the transfers easier. Some cons I have with the phone is the scarcity of screen protectors options, only 3 years of software updates, and no expandable storage. But for an unlocked phone it works great on ATT I have no issues with Wi-Fi calling and my signal strength has been strong, unlike my unlocked iPhone 12 Pro which had horrible service and signal strength on ATT. Overall for the three weeks I had this phone it has exceeded my expectations. It is far better than any Samsung phone I had & better than my iPhone 12 pro. I would highly recommend this product. In regards to the screen protector the Supershieldz HD Clear screen protectors (2pack) on Amazon is the only I could find and it cost me $8 for a 2 screen protectors. Very easy to install just follow the instructions good value too. And for the phone case I have the one from Motorola the Motorola Edge+ (2023) / Edge 40 Pro Soft Protective Case with Microfiber Interior Lining in black good case has keep it safe and protected from a drop off my desk.

I usually don't post reviews but this phone sure does deserve it, the display, the battery life, the cameras, the build quality, all of this phone is amazing. Motorola has really stepped it up this year, can't wait to see what's next for them.