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Moto G2 appears in leaked photos, shows off removable battery cover, dual-SIM slots, and more
We’ve heard enough of the Motorola Moto G2 in recent weeks to know that it’s a thing. Whether it was in Motorola’s official promo materials for their Sept. 4th event, or the front housing now available for sale in China — the next generation Moto G is coming whether you’re ready or not. Providing our very first look at the upcoming phone is HelloMotoHK, the same Facebook page we’ve seen spill the deets in leaks past.
The phone looks pretty much exactly as you’d expect. Motorola doesn’t seem to be venturing too far from their current design language with their 2014 handsets, and we’re cool with that. The photos of this particular handset show the battery cover removed, exposing the dual-SIM and a micro SD expansion slots, along with a non-removable battery. Really, not many surprises here, but once again we’re seeing that now familiar front facing speaker setup (likely mono audio from the bottom speaker).
We will note how extremely large the phone appears in one of the shots, but without a banana for scale or anything like that, it’s entirely possible the photographer could merely have extremely small phalanges. With myself and Rob Jackson attending the Motorola event next week, we wont have to wait too much longer before we get our grubby hands on the device. Stay tuned.
Android Deals: $50 off Gear Fit, Name Your Own Price gamer bundle, and more
As labor day nears on the calendar it can only mean one thing. OK, two things: summer is nearing an end and it’s time for all of the customary end-of-summer sales that come with the territory. Android users are not left out this year, and we’ve got the deals to prove it. This week save big on the Gear Fit, LG G2, and some great charging accessories as well as a choose-your-price gaming bundle and Google Play’s nod to Emmy-winning TV.
Hardware & Accessories
Pay $25 for the portable ChargeKey charging cable and never be without a way to quickly juice up your smartphone. As small as a key, this durable charging cable fits on your keychain, allowing you to easily charge your Android device from almost any USB port. [AndroidArea]
Take awesome photos with the iStabilizer flexible tripod mount for $14.99, universally compatible with a variety of smartphones. The mini tripod is easy to position and holds your phone securely, providing steady focus for photos and videos shot with your Android handset. It’s a cheap and effective way to improve your shots instantly. [AndroidArea]
Save $50 on a Samsung Gear Fit and take your fitness game the the next level. The Samsung Galaxy-compatible smartwatch and fitness tracker offers the most basic feature set of Samsung’s Gear line, but it does plenty for $149.99 if you buy now from Newegg. If you’re thinking about taking the plunge, check out our full review first. [Newegg]
Get a 64GB SanDisk Ultra microSDXC memory card for $24.99 and expand your smartphone storage on the cheap. This Class 10 microSDXC memory card comes with an adapter for devices supporting standard SD card sizes, allowing for easy data transferability between phone and computer. [Woot]
Snag an LG G2 for $239.99 as part of eBay’s Daily Deals. While the followup LG G3 is all the rage these days, the G2 remains a solid Android handset, and a $240 off-contract price is nothing to turn your nose up at. [eBay]
Use code ‘ANKERFTW’ at checkout to get an Astro Mini portable battery pack for $13.99 as part of Anker’s Off to College sales event. This 3000mAh extended battery would pair great with the above listed ChargeKey, creating the perfect on-the-go charging kit for smartphone users. [Anker]
Apps & Games
Name your own price for the Handheld Hero Android Gamer Bundle and snag seven great Android games at steep savings. Combined these games would cost you close to $20, but as part of this great bundle you can score titles like Icredipede, Bad Hotel, and Waking Mars for whatever price you feel is far. The current average is just north of $4. [AndroidArea]
Knock 75% off Jump Desktop for Android and take control of your desktop from anywhere. This easy-to-use remote desktop application for Android devices helps keep you connected with the software and files on your home computer and is compatible with a variety of Bluetooth accessories to enhance productivity even further. [AndroidArea]
Apps
- Apex Launcher Pro – $1.99 (was $3.99)
- cloudGOO – Free (was $0.99)
- ezPDF Reader – $2.16 (was $3.99)
- Swype – $0.99 (was $3.99)
- Tiny Cam Monitor PRO – $1.99 (was $3.99)
Games
- ALL SNK PLAYMORE GAMES REDUCED TO $0.99
- Best Park in the Universe – $0.99 (was $2.99)
- Card Wars: Adventure Time – $0.99 (was 3.99)
- Powerpuff Girls: Defenders – $0.99 (was $2.99)
- Monsters Ate My Birthday Cake – $0.99 (was $4.99)
Music & Media
Whether you want a feel-good flick or some new tunes for the back-to-school season, or if you want to relive (or catch up on) the shows the stole the show at this week’s Emmys, we’ve got you covered. Find great deals below on True Detective, Breaking Bad, and more.
Music Singles
- Don’t Stop Believin’ – Journey [$0.69]
- Eye of the Tiger – Survivor [$0.69]
- I Won’t Give Up – Jason Mraz [$0.69]
- Let Her Go – Passenger [$0.69]
Music Albums
- Bad (Remastered) – Michael Jackson [$5]
- Blood on the Tracks – Bob Dylan [$5]
- Greatest Hits – Billy Idol [$5]
- In Utero (20th Anniversary Remaster) – Nirvana [$5]
- Mandatory Fun – “Weird Al” Yankovic [$7.99]
- Nothing Was the Same – Drake [$3.99]
- Prism – Katy Perry [Free]
- Yours Truly – Ariana Grande [$3.99]
Movies
- Beasts of the Southern Wild [$7.99]
- Bernie [$2.99]
- Pitch Perfect [$9.99]
- School of Rock [$5.99]
- The Bling Ring [$6.99]
TV Shows
- America Horror Story [S3 - $22.99]
- Breaking Bad [S5 - $14.99]
- True Detective [$22.99]
[Find any great deals not included here? Be sure to send them our way or share in the comments below!]
New Game: Madden NFL Mobile launches for Android just in time for Madden Season
In case you haven’t heard, Madden Season has officially begun. EA Sports has just dropped this year’s edition of the football game that sends folks in a tizzy, and they’re looking to provide a mobile option for those who want to get some action on the go. Madden NFL Mobile is basically a mini, simplified version of Madden Ultimate Team, a mode where you collect player cards from packs and use them to build a team of superstars.
This game lets you take that team into quick head-to-head matches, use them for challenges and games against friends, or play a full 16-game season where you try to make it to the Super Bowl. Madden NFL Mobile features a simplified control scheme with a long analog stick alongside a single “skill move” button that lets you perform the jukes and spins you need to take the ball down the field.
The game features in-app purchases for those who don’t want to deal with the grind for gold coins, though there’s plenty of ways to earn players and packs without having to spend a dime. The app clocks in at an initial download of 167MB, so be sure to give it a go from Google Play right here if you’re anxious to hit the gridiron.
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