You can now grab the Moto X in Rosewood

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You can now grab the Moto X in Rosewood

Another wooden chassis option has been added to the Moto X’s list over at Moto Maker. It’s Rosewood, which we saw at the device’s official unveiling but haven’t seen launched until this point. It’s a nice, warm bark that strikes a pretty decent balance between dark and bright.

It’s a shame that Motorola couldn’t get all these options out closer to launch, as folks are likely looking ahead to more “contemporary” smartphones at this point. The Moto X is still a fine phone, though the expected unveiling of a follow-up this summer might cause hesitation for many at the point of sale.

If you decide that last year’s model is still worth buying (especially for an attractive $375 off-contract) then be sure to check out all the different customization options available to you at Motorola’s site.

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LG G3 specs fully outed by official LG site ahead of launch

There are only a few short hours between us and the grand unveiling of the LG G3, but even more leaks are rushing in for last minute spotlights ahead of the big show. LG Netherlands’ site has accidentally posted full product information about the LG G3, and while it doesn’t tell us anything the rumors haven’t already it’s nice to see them somewhat confirmed.

Here’s how the full spec sheet lays out:

• 5.5-inch 2560 × 1440 display


• 2.5GHz quad-core Snapdragon processor (Snapdragon 801?)


• 2GB of RAM, 16GB storage


• 13-megapixel rear camera with optical image stabilization, laser-assisted autofocus, 2.1-megapixel front camera


• 16GB storage and microSD card slot with up to 128GB


• 3000mAh battery


• Android 4.4.2


• WiFi, Bluetooth, NFC, 4G LTE, FM Radio


• DLNA and Miracast


• Metallic Black, Silk White, Gold Shine colors


• 146.3 x 74.6 x 9.1mm

The site also mentions the device will come with metal housing, something we weren’t entirely sure about from all the leaks before (it’s always looked metal, but it wouldn’t have been the first time we’ve seen plastic perpetrating as something it’s not). The site has been fixed, naturally, but it shouldn’t be long before LG throws it back up. for the world to see.

The LG G3 shaping up to sound like a rather nice device. I’d say it’s ordinary for today’s flagship standards, though none of LG’s biggest competitors are quite living up to that ridiculous display being stuffed inside.

We’ll be making our way downtown like Vanessa Carlton later on today to get our own look at the thing in person. In the meantime, let us know if this is a smartphone you’d be likely to buy in the weeks or months to come!

[via LG]

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