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Just a thought, convince me and I might make the move !!

DonB

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OK, I have the Moto X now for about 4 months, and I love the phone, but as usual I am looking for a change just to have a change, LOL

I have been contemplating the N5 since day one and choose the Moto X, but now I am intrigue by the N5 and have the urge to test drive one. So I am looking for you guys to convince me why making the move will be worthwhile, I'm not interested in the new N6 coming out as I don't really want a larger screen, since I had already had a Note II, so the 5" would be sufficient.

So looking for reasons to switch, also suggestions for the Xtra $100 I assume you all would recommend that I buy it new from Google rather the used for a $100 cheaper.

Here are some details of my usage, Moderate user, text quite a bit, emails constantly, Gps at times, and I use WiFi 70% of the time.

Again I don't have to change, just bored and want something different. :rolleyes:
 
  • The N5 may give you better battery life (if you have the "always listening" feature enabled on your Moto X)
  • N5 has the OIS in the camera
  • You can try out the Android L preview on the N5
  • It is unlocked for all carriers (except big red)

Moto has been pretty good with pushing OS updates out in a timely manner, and it has fairly decent hardware.

Personally, if I were in your shoes, I'd stick with the Moto X Shhhh! :)

Edit: Why not wait till the next Nexus is announced? Who knows - it might have a 5" screen instead of the 5.9" that is rumored
 
When I get a new device, it'll either be the nexus 6 or the new moto X. Between the nexus 5 and original moto X, they're very similar devices - but do have their subtleties.

Nexus 5 advantages:
Totally unlocked (assuming google play bought). I can take my phone to Sprint, ATT, or T-mobile and have no issues switching between them. That allows ultimate flexibility to get up and move if I need to.

Google customer support (they'll next day ship you a new phone if you have to RMA, they replace water damage or screen breaks once, and rooting doesn't void your warranty)

Nexus developer support (although I'm sure the motoX is up there as well)

MotoX advantages:
Still as close to stock as possible, but motorola adds things that many feel are missing in barebones AOSP.

Still updates just as fast as nexus

Moto radios are top notch

MotoMaker
 
jj14x said:
  • The N5 may give you better battery life (if you have the "always listening" feature enabled on your Moto X)
  • N5 has the OIS in the camera
  • You can try out the Android L preview on the N5
  • It is unlocked for all carriers (except big red)

Moto has been pretty good with pushing OS updates out in a timely manner, and it has fairly decent hardware.

Personally, if I were in your shoes, I'd stick with the Moto X Shhhh! :)

Edit: Why not wait till the next Nexus is announced? Who knows - it might have a 5" screen instead of the 5.9" that is rumored
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Actually, the Moto X gives better battery life, even with it always listening. The Moto X also has an unlocked version, though it does not have a CDMA antenna (only AT&T and T-Mobile). As far as customer support, the two phones are similar, as Motorola is also reported to repair broken screens once.

Personally, as an owner of both phones, I prefer the Moto X. I like the size of the X, it just fits perfectly in hand; the Nexus I find a bit slippery (I have the white version) and not as comfortable to hold. I really like Active Notifications and Touchless Control, I also like Moto Assist for when I'm driving. Of course, most of this is personal preference, so YMMV.
 
When I purchased my phone I essentially had the choice of the MotoX or the N5.

I ended up with the N5 because I was tired of having any OEM customization at all, and wanted the closest I could get to "vanilla" android.

In essence, I gave up on active notifications and better battery life (from what I've heard and read the motoX is better on that) in the name of plain vanilla android. I don't regret it, since there are days where I switch between liking what I have and wanting the other many times a day.

You'll probably be happy with either one.
 
Again, don't get me wrong love the Moto X and have nothing to say bad other of the over heating when using GPS, but most devices have that issue.

It's just the Android geek in me that wants to change, not need to change, I think I'll hold off on my desire and wait a few months, not a big deal, and I can always sell the Moto X and still won't cost me that much more, thus the great advantage of have an unlocked phone off contact ;)
 
There's a lot to be said for just buying the phone, evaluate it in your environment, with your apps and usage pattern.

That's what I do, it often makes a huge difference either positive or negative, experiences no one can anticipate.

Smartphones have such vast capabilities, that what's important or even impressive to one enthusiast is of absolutely no value to another.

I'll use myself as an example. One of the most important, popular must have features today is an excellent camera. I've had more than forty top of the line new Androids. Not once have I ever used the camera, in fact I'd happily pay an extra $50 to have an option to omit the camera from the phone.

And my hobby? Photography... How funny is that?

I'd much rather use one of the cameras I have and carry daily, than the less effective camera on the phone.

But I digress, I never make a purchase decision without a personal hands on trial of at least a week. That's what return periods are for...:)
 
zipred said:
Smartphones have such vast capabilities, that what's important or even impressive to one enthusiast is of absolutely no value to another.

I'll use myself as an example. One of the most important, popular must have features today is an excellent camera. I've had more than forty top of the line new Androids. Not once have I ever used the camera, in fact I'd happily pay an extra $50 to have an option to omit the camera from the phone.

And my hobby? Photography... How funny is that?
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I agree with that! What one person loves about a device may be something another person doesn't ever care for! lol!
After going around with my trusty DSLR for years, I have now started skipping it for most trips and relying on my N5's camera. Don't get me wrong - there are situations where it is pointless to even try to take a picture using the N5 (very low light, or motion etc), but for most group pictures or many touristy locations, I find the N5 is sufficient - esp when engaging the HDR mode.

The auto-upload and the stories that G+ auto builds are pretty neat.
 
If i was you, I'd wait until they announce the next Nexus. I personally don't think it's gonna have a 5.9in screen.

Now if you were coming from a samsung device, or something similar that's a heavily skinned version of android, I'd tell you jump on the Nexus 5. But seeing as the moto x is pretty much stock and you get updates very fast, I'd hold out.
 
I'd wait to see what the Nexus 6 really has or go for the new Moto X simply because I don't believe the N5 offers much above the original X apart from an increase in screen size.
 
Nexus 5 has served me well as I rapidly approach the one year mark. It's endured incredibly heavy usage under weather conditions ranging from 35 straight days of 105 to 109F temps, down to -4.

Years ago Moto set the standards for radios, and while my current one is excellent, so is my Nexus 5. Having both phones has been a fun comparison over a period exceeding six months.

The magic combo for ergonomic comfort with the Nexus 5 is a SPIGEN Neo Hybrid case.

Perfect fitting, extremely high quality, and it only ads 1.5mm thickness. A smooth grippy flat back panel keeps the slightly protruding camera lens (without the case) protected just below the surface rendering the entire back flat. In Black you don't even notice there's a case, and it slips in and out of my front pants pocket free from lint.

SPIGEN has become the only cases I buy for all my phones now, I'm not alone as this companies growth has been explosive. Amazon routinely sells them between 30, 40, and 50% off. They've also become quick to build cases in time to ship with most new phones from day one.

To the Nexus 6, besides the obvious advantages of pure Android, there's only one reason I'll buy one and that's the rumored 5.9" display. My need for a larger display is very strong.

If however 5.2" is the size it ends up being I'll pass since I have no desire for finger print readers, pulse monitors, or health apps. Complexity and a drain on the battery that's a liability for my usage pattern.

In fact it's looking more likely each day that fresh rumors surface that 5.2" will indeed be the size, a choice I understand as it'll have wider appeal in the market. I'll be extremely happy using a fresh new Nexus 5 I'll pickup at the last minute discounts as it's replaced by the 6.
 
I think there seems to be a lot of consensus here but I'll also agree, wait for the Nexus announcement. It will most likely be next month (though that's just an assumption based on the last 2) and even if it is the big screen the current N5 may get a price drop.

I would also consider the new Moto X, it may possibly be what I upgrade my N5 for (after I get word about Tmobile's 700Mhz a block support)
 
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