One of the best reviews made. It's not the phone, it's the way this review is presented. This is like MKBHD, you just feel so pleasant watching his videos.
Way better than MKBHD. 2 best phone reviewers are Flossy Carter and Mr Mobile. At the very least they can outright say something is bad instead of the MKBHD way of calling it strange.
I seriously can't say enough how this price isn't actually overpriced even a little compared to some other phones. 1. Display: It rocks OLED, which is more expensive to make, and obiously superior to IPS in many views (infinite contrast for example). For example, iPhone X was first iPhone ever to have OLED. 2. Snapdragon 636: If you dont play games with good graphics etc. you wont notice much or ANY difference compared to Snapdragon 845 and you will spare some battery power with it. If you dont believe me look for Moto Z3 Play vs Galaxy S9 video, (Z3 Play is faster in opening OS apps, and it costs twice less), also note Snapdragon 845 is 4 core while 636 is 8. If you are in Europe, you will also have bonus of having Galileo GPS. 3. Camera: check Z3 Play vs OP6 camera video, you will be surprized by results. 4. Speakers: check Z3 Play vs OP6 speaker viodeo, you will be surprized by results. 5. Carrier availability compared to some chinese phones you guys talk about or even OP6 means, you can get phone for much less since you can get it with plan, unlike those others. 6. Battery is great especially with combination of Snapdragon 636 and OLED, you can get more then 5 hours of SOT, better then all Pixels etc... 7. Close to stock android: you won't have any pre installed bloatware such as Huawei's have, and everything is optimized to Androids material design. 8. Moto mods; I don't actually use any, but for some people it might be usefull, its allways nice to have options. So no, I don't think its overpriced, its good phone in lots of ways, I will however probably wait a bit and get it next year for ~ 250-300€.
I hear ya man, just picked up two for $220 a piece and stashed the z2 play in case. They are awesome phones for the price, 100%. Unless you are a tech gizmo, the average person won't really notice the difference and you can break it 3 times without insurance without worrying about it so much lol
For $350, this is a go. For $500, I'd skip. I own a Z2 Play now and see no reason to get this. The pricing is too high. But at $300-$350, this phone is a go.
The way you narrate and express your feelings in every videos you make is what i really love about it. It's really pleasant to hear. It's like smooth sailing and watching the birds near the beach. What a cozy way to enjoy life. Anyways,as always good presentation and well detailed review courtesy of Mr. Tony Stark. 🤗🔥🤗😍
It's 2020, but can we just appreciate how well edited the scanning effect on the phone at 2:27 is? Also, good to see you're doing better in your most recent video, Michael!
That's probably one of the reasons. The slower completion of videos and uploads due to higher quality production works against him on UA-cam, and slower coverage of devices unless he got them really early. Also, he might need 1 really viral video, that could probably get him a lot of new subs when they see his stuff (not sure if he already had or not). Maybe some collaborations too.
Honestly sort of interested how Apple soft-adopted the "Mod" concept with Mag-safe accessories for the iPhones. Makes me sort of wish that eventually others will adopt something similar to it if data transfer through qi could be done in the future leading to a "Revival" of the Moto-Mod concept. Now I doubt we'd get anything as robust as the Hasselblad camera mod.etc, but it would be nice to have stuff like that as exclusive mods for some phones like a future iPhone Pro Max, Galaxy Ultra, or Pixel Pro.etc
I just got mine today, and it was a very good upgrade form a Galaxy J7. I am impressed with many things. I am so glad that you are here to review phones. Thanks Mr. Mobile.
This would have been the perfect Moto Z with only a few changes. I love the new fingerprint scanner placement, but I absolutely require a headphone jack. My AKGs just don't work as well with a low power dongle. The new screen aspect ratio is great, but that price hike is uncalled for. Keeping the gestures even without the front fingerprint scanner. And don't even get me started on the pathetically slow updates. They have a near stock experience, how hard can it be to update it. I'd also prefer if they kept the aluminum back from the Z2 Play. So close, yet so far... Shame If it was $400 with a headphone jack, I'd buy one in a heartbeat. I am quite a fan of this line of phones.
I'm watching this on my Z2 Play, and I love it. I'm from México and got my phone from AT&T, the battery mod was included in the box and it really lasts a lot, I finish my day with at least 60% battery left. With that said, I don't think the Z3 play is worth that price, I'd say that $350-400 would be the right price
They're abandoning the Moto mods concept (which was supposed to be a midrange-high end thing) and they will concentrate on the new RAZR line and low to midrange stuff like Moto One (their new phones won't be compatible with the mods). Actually, the Z4 - still Moto Mods compatible - has the worst specs of the last 3 Moto Z generations so far but the screen size.
My dad is still rocking this device in January of 21'. Great phone for him. Am going to pick up the new edge for 21' when it comes out. I like having something different than other people.
All the moto z line has the problem that the screen is detached from the top and the proximity sensor starts to fail, which causes that moto actions (like quick camera and quick torch) do not work, this we can clearly see in your video.
For travelers, this is a no brainer...and you can add more fun mods as time goes on, something no other phone can boast. Let's face it, the reason most of us buys a new phone is because they get boring----admit it, you know I'm right 😉So it was really, really nice to finally see a decent review of this phone, even at $500.00, it's worth it for it's expand-ability and it's ability to make you want to actually keep it after awhile, a nice design all told. Thanks again for your usual reviewing greatness Michael, it's always appreciated!
I have a gen one Moto z play and it's great, after 19 months, it's still fast, and with the battery mod it lasts all week, I'm glad they at least kept up motomod support, and that makes me want the new one, motomods are a unique yet practical idea
this is my new daily driver. the battery life is unreal and I've run into no bugs and love the figerprint sensor out of the way on the side. the power button on the left side, I'll get used to with use. you won't get used to it if you're switching phones for review every couple of weeks. I'm coming from a Sony Xperia xz2 and pixel 2 and I'm not looking back. If battery life is the bane of your existence, then this Moto is for you! Keep up the great videos Mr. mobile!
I think the fingerprint reader is actually pretty decent. You might accidentally unlock it by grabbing it on occasion but it only needs a partial print and scans easily. I find it easier to use than the front reader on the z2 force.
The only reason I am not a major Moto supporter is I had a crippling texting issue with the Z Force2. I miss that Chop to flashlight feature more than anything, the super slim body, impressive battery life, made absolutely outstanding by the battery mod I immediately bought
Your comment about Windows Phone made me revisit your review of the Lumia 920, which I had back in the day. I've also been watching your great videos since those days. Keep up the good work!
Nextbit did it (so now Razer does as well). Not sure if there's a licensing concern; Motorola told us at the briefing that splitting the button and sensor up "makes for single quick unlock," and that "by coupling it with a switch it not only creates duplicative functionality but also introduces a delay." I don't really buy it, but that's what they told us.
You know what I hate about the camera update. You used to be able to swipe left and go straight to the pictures. Now you have to tap the pic at the bottom right just like almost all other phones. It's annoying.
Grabbed this phone through a Motorola sale for $199 from their website. Also used their financing program which was the best option for me at the moment. Going to retire my Moto Z Play (first gen) as a in-bed UA-cam/media device. Love the mods. I'll have 3 battery mods when this new Z3 arrives. Being able to go without a charger for a week (with multiple mods) is wonderful.
Cool stuff, brought back memories of my employment at Motorola Australia as software developer in 1999. Phones had good features but Nokia just beat them overall
As Soon As I Get Notifications From Mr.Mobile , It Brings a Big smile on my face because i love how you represent each and every thing about anything in your videos is like Crystal clear and Accurate to Understand,So Love Your Videos and Want To Meet You In Real, Till Then Stay Mobile My Friends ....😉😎😊
I have the Z² and the battery pack and it's lasted a long time except the speaker is damaged... But if you want a bargain, just buy a Z² for about 300!
how are you convincing me to watch the ad in the end... i hate watching it but yet i watch it!!!! Review as always top!!! i hope motorola has an ace coming up on aug 2 !!!
The only person who even comes close to your content quality is MKBHD. I'm glad you haven't devolved the way some of your peers have as you've gained subs. Quality video as always 👌
3:28 Moto display also activates when subtle or harsh vibrations occur on the surface the phone is rested on... So the fact that ur hand is moving on the table might be the reason the m-dispay was activating
You can install Lineage. For me that's a plus. The free power mod isn't something I would pay for. The wireless charger mod is sold out which makes it even less attractive, especially if they're sold out for good.
I feel like the bugs where custom gestures are inconsistent are bugs that came along with updates when Motorola sends out updates. I have the Moto X4 and I've noticed it every now and then the gestures don't want to work. Like you said, a restart fixes, but it's very annoying.
Am I the only user that wants call clarity over all the other stuff? I have been researching for months for a phone that has the best noise cancellation and over all call quality. I think I found it. But it's not easy to find call quality as a feature that a cell phone should provide or that reviewers even compare of mention. I 'm glad he mentioned call quality or I would be looking elsewhere. ... and yes, I agree this guy should have way more subscribers.
Randomly searched for Moto Z and found your review which is fabulous. Totally love your style and the quality of the video. You also convinced me that there's no need to upgrade my original Moto Z Play but definitely to check out some additional mods which I was unaware of. Thanks!
The battery is the most important feature for me regarding a phone. Moto software is also nice. The Moto Z Play 3 and the Note 9 will be my next phones.
2019 just picked up a Moto Z3 online at Verizon for $240 and came with 9.0. While the camera could use improvement, everything else I like. Just bought the JBL mod and used it today all day while digging fence post. Very nice mod. Let me back track a tiny bit about the camera as it may be ok but once the pic is taken my observation of that pic is whacked from the slightly blue hue the screen gives off on this phone. I prefer the night mode 24/7. Otherwise the phone is a steal for $240.
For my Moto Z2 Play, the Power pack plus the SoundBoost 2 are the only one I need, and I can't understand how otherwise people can live without these jewels.
If you think that battery mod is good, you should really try the turbopower mod for a full day. It drains very slowly and goes from about 20-70% in about 15 min (not exact numbers but that's what it seems like).
I've been using the TurboPower mod since it came out. Really is an excellent accessory, but the main benefit of this phone is you don't need to spend extra for a battery mod at all.
Hi There Micheal , Just Wanted To Draw your attention to the last Few Videos you made ....All Good And Thank's a million for your effort , Just One Thing When Watching its keeps Buffering every second not sure why , All the Techtubers I've watched are perfectly loading without any buffering ....
I might get this phone. Yes the lack of headphone jack dissapoints me but, I realized while watching this that I rarely use my phone to listen to music anyway. I have a dedicated music player that I use for that. I already own a z2 play, which I like, and have mods for so getting this phone is probably going to happen, but I got mine for $340 (including tax) during a sale and I'm sure the Z3 will go on sale too.
This phone is still my main. Got mine new, but late in April 2019. It's stuck on Pie, but I still love it. I simply have far too much invested in mods to give up on Z's before I have to. I'm actually tempted to buy a Z4.
Oh, and because I got it about 9 month after it's release I got it for only $10 per month on a 2 year contract. So $240 Canadian new for me, but no free battery mod in the carrier versions. But I have 3 already.
Can someone please explain why it matters if there’s no headphone jack if there’s an adapter in the box? You just leave it attached to your headphones, and you’re still plugging something in same as always, but still get the benefits of no headphone jack. I get some people use more than 1 set of headphones but they’re a really tiny percentage. I just don’t get it.
I have a Moto z2 force and see no reason to upgrade. I love your brilliantly executed presentation video very detailed very organized great presentation and great execution keep it up I look forward to more videos. Completely new to your Channel.
Was really looking forward to this phone but the lack of a headphone jack kills it for me. Sure, 80% battery is awesome at the end of the day, but does it matter if I have to charge my headphones anyways?
Still hanging with Moto z play 1st generation. Bought it for its unique mod feature, but practically never bought or used one. However performance is still good, almost 2 years now.
You know Mr.Mobile if I'm being honest here, having a power button on a Motorola device seems redundant at this point. I believe they would be much better off by using the fingerprint scanner as it by adding a power button gesture, and it would also save space for other things 🤔
On top of the lack of the headphone jack, thus lack of versatility, it has a fragile glass back. Those are major deal breakers for me, and I might look into the Z2 Play instead of the Z3 Play. I'll still be hanging on in term of what will be at the Motorola HQ in Chicago next week. :)
As usual, Mr Mobile, the man whose reviews are better than most of the devices it reviews. Wit, candor and great writing. I always wonder what ring you wear on your finger. Looks super cool.
Not sure if you've heard Michael, but the Qwerty Keyboard mod just got cancelled about a week ago, sadly =( Also, are you still able to turn off the Display by holding down the fingerprint scanner on the Z3 Play and regular Z3? Thanks
Great review. I pre ordered the moto z3 play on Amazon it cost me $450 including obviously the battery mod and the Amazon Alexa speaker mod. My dad got the One plus 6 and I was thinking about getting one for myself, but when using the one plus 6 I couldn't get used to the notch and the overall design of the phone. I'm coming from a Google motorola nexus 6 so I'm a huge fan of Motorola and of wide screen smartphones. I found the OnePlus 6 to be very tall and that for me just wasn't good because I'm more interested in media consumption with a wide screen and a front facing speaker than having a phone that just looks "good" and perhaps "modern" with the notch. Overall, I think the moto z3 play needs a price drop maybe around $400 to be more competitive. It's a smartphone that should compel media consumption addicts (gaming, UA-cam) with its front facing speaker and despite not having a headphone jack the long lasting battery with the mod was reason enough for me to buy it. The OnePlus 6 is definitely a good smartphone but only for people that can't afford the iPhone X, I really don't see it as a phone for media consumption just a Samsung/apple copycat budget smartphone.
No, not since Lenovo took over. After owning moto g, g2, moto pure moto z... it’s gone down hill since moto pure The moto z was good but not flagship, performance too slow given the chipset and camera not the best for a flagship. I’ve just bought a Samsung s8, it’s good but it’s not stock, it’s a bit buggy, but until moto return to the days of moto I think it’s run it’s course for now... and the moto dongle.. it’s rubbish, it maybe last 4 months.
I have a Z2 force and bugs are a huge issue. The gestures don't work half the time and the screen starts getting random touches until it's restarted. And the worst part is there's been no updates. Lenovo has killed moto tbh.
Honestly as I see this and how Mr Fisher portrayed it this phone is mainly for users who used old moto z's and have a stack of mods at home just laying around.
Pat Kelley Yeah that's great no doubt about it. But in a world where the one plus devices exist and phones under 400$ dollars are performing way better than this phone. It's hard to justify the price of 500$.
This phone can also be for people who have a Google Motorola nexus 6 since 2015 and feel desperate to change phones, that don't like the one plus 6, who are motorola fans, and that are interested in the $450 price in Amazon with the free Amazon Alexa speaker mod offer... Which is my case😁
I would've preferred more on the software/gesture stuff but great review as always. I'm even more budget than this, but I replaced my Moto G5Plus with a Nokia 6.1 last week. I loved the Moto but it didn't receive a single software update and therefore was stuck on what it shipped with, 7.0.
Loving my Moto Z2 Play and haven't regretted it since. Great phone and great battery. I like Motorola but they need to have a phone that can compete with OnePlus.
There should be a "style" mod with a fingerprint sensor on the back. You know, for gestures and stuff. Or maybe one with an e-ink screen for reading, like that dual screen phone. Or even a full color screen that twists open, like the Axon M and allows you to multitask better and use the rear camera for selfies
I mean , that would be an extra scanner, there's the one on the side for regular use, and then on the back for gestures and easier unlock. It would be just an extra feature of the style mods. But yeah, it's a stupid idea, but who know maybe if they copy apple in using face unlock only this could be a thing
Literally as just as I was thinking about whether this phone is worth it or not to gift to my grandmother, this video shows up! Perfect timing and excellent review 👍🏼
Y'know, I have the Moto Z2 Force, and while it's an OK phone, I wish I could have one where the screen doesn't get scratched up in the first 30 days I own it just because I couldn't find a screen protector fast enough. Also I have the projector mod they offered free when it was purchased about a year ago. I played with that mod a few days, then I bought myself an Otter Box to protect my phone and haven't touched it again. Seriously, I bought a "tough" phone and I want to protect it. Taking it out of it's case to keep slapping mods on it just isn't a user model I will ever get used to, now that I had the option. I might have bought one of the battery mods, but only if it supported Qi charging (I know a couple do, btw), but then I can't use my case, as the mod would make the phone too thick to put in any case on the market. That certainly doesn't sound useful to me either. And finally there's the Android updates. I was not surprised to see that as one of the negatives in this review. I have security updates that are months out of date and it's still running Oreo 8.0, with no sign of the 8.1 update in sight. Honestly it reminds me of my 1st Android phone, that got 1 OS update and was pretty much abandoned by 6 months in. I don't buy HTC anymore due to that and I am pretty sure this will be my last Motorola for the very same reason. Thanks for the review, but the negatives would be enough for me not to consider this model if I was in the market. Even the positives prove to me that Motorola is best to give up on mods and finally build phones with bigger batteries, better cameras and such from the get go, rather than expect their users to keep pumping cash into accessories after the fact to make up for the phone's shortcomings.
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Ignoring everything else. Michael's hand is super stable
And his voice is smooth as silk.
He´s a professional photographer, I did not expect less, and at the same time, still amazes me.
One of the best reviews made. It's not the phone, it's the way this review is presented. This is like MKBHD, you just feel so pleasant watching his videos.
His reviews are so good, I get lost in them. ( And have to re-watch some parts of videos :D )
Way better than MKBHD. 2 best phone reviewers are Flossy Carter and Mr Mobile. At the very least they can outright say something is bad instead of the MKBHD way of calling it strange.
MKBHD reviews just what he's interested in...Michael reviews a lot more tech so I prefer Michael
Michael is better than Marques.
Harpreet06 lol very very true. That should be a drinking game
I seriously can't say enough how this price isn't actually overpriced even a little compared to some other phones.
1. Display: It rocks OLED, which is more expensive to make, and obiously superior to IPS in many views (infinite contrast for example). For example, iPhone X was first iPhone ever to have OLED.
2. Snapdragon 636: If you dont play games with good graphics etc. you wont notice much or ANY difference compared to Snapdragon 845 and you will spare some battery power with it. If you dont believe me look for Moto Z3 Play vs Galaxy S9 video, (Z3 Play is faster in opening OS apps, and it costs twice less), also note Snapdragon 845 is 4 core while 636 is 8. If you are in Europe, you will also have bonus of having Galileo GPS.
3. Camera: check Z3 Play vs OP6 camera video, you will be surprized by results.
4. Speakers: check Z3 Play vs OP6 speaker viodeo, you will be surprized by results.
5. Carrier availability compared to some chinese phones you guys talk about or even OP6 means, you can get phone for much less since you can get it with plan, unlike those others.
6. Battery is great especially with combination of Snapdragon 636 and OLED, you can get more then 5 hours of SOT, better then all Pixels etc...
7. Close to stock android: you won't have any pre installed bloatware such as Huawei's have, and everything is optimized to Androids material design.
8. Moto mods; I don't actually use any, but for some people it might be usefull, its allways nice to have options.
So no, I don't think its overpriced, its good phone in lots of ways, I will however probably wait a bit and get it next year for ~ 250-300€.
@Tournel Henry he said it was the first iPhone to have it. Not the first phone.
I hear ya man, just picked up two for $220 a piece and stashed the z2 play in case. They are awesome phones for the price, 100%. Unless you are a tech gizmo, the average person won't really notice the difference and you can break it 3 times without insurance without worrying about it so much lol
For $350, this is a go. For $500, I'd skip. I own a Z2 Play now and see no reason to get this. The pricing is too high. But at $300-$350, this phone is a go.
James W you sound like flossy
James W I can understand. I have an og Z Play and it's battery still lasts me enough that i don't feel the need to upgrade
zozo coco phone isn't worth 500. We've saw this chipset in other phones that were at most $400. Where is the $500 worth of phone?
at 350$, this phone will be a major, major, go.
Even the 1.5-year-old LG g6 is a better option for less than half the price (if you don't have moto mods).
The way you narrate and express your feelings in every videos you make is what i really love about it. It's really pleasant to hear. It's like smooth sailing and watching the birds near the beach. What a cozy way to enjoy life. Anyways,as always good presentation and well detailed review courtesy of Mr. Tony Stark. 🤗🔥🤗😍
i have one moto z3
It's 2020, but can we just appreciate how well edited the scanning effect on the phone at 2:27 is?
Also, good to see you're doing better in your most recent video, Michael!
Why the hell did this guy still have 600K subscribers.. He should've atleast 1M subscribers by now
Boobalan M 💯 % agreed with you he deserves much better . This guy is simple awesome
He's hands down the best tech reviewer anywhere.
He's been stuck at 600 for almost a year now. It's a shame, he deserves a few million for the production quality alone.
David hunsinger ... *Agree, he spends quality time in scripting, making and editing videos to its fullest which is no where near to other reviewers*
That's probably one of the reasons. The slower completion of videos and uploads due to higher quality production works against him on UA-cam, and slower coverage of devices unless he got them really early. Also, he might need 1 really viral video, that could probably get him a lot of new subs when they see his stuff (not sure if he already had or not). Maybe some collaborations too.
Motorola has lost the legacy of Original moto G and moto X which were about pure experience and great after sales support and quick updates. RIP Moto
Rajesh Jha all thanks to lenovo
Every time I leave a moto Z, I always miss the batteries and gestures.
I enjoy their almost pure Android software compare to Samsung.
Wow this phone is MOD-Ern
Ok I’ll leave
This is the kind of reviews I would always like to watch. Michael does a super professional, entertaining and clear analysis of this Z3.
Honestly sort of interested how Apple soft-adopted the "Mod" concept with Mag-safe accessories for the iPhones.
Makes me sort of wish that eventually others will adopt something similar to it if data transfer through qi could be done in the future leading to a "Revival" of the Moto-Mod concept.
Now I doubt we'd get anything as robust as the Hasselblad camera mod.etc, but it would be nice to have stuff like that as exclusive mods for some phones like a future iPhone Pro Max, Galaxy Ultra, or Pixel Pro.etc
I just got mine today, and it was a very good upgrade form a Galaxy J7. I am impressed with many things. I am so glad that you are here to review phones. Thanks Mr. Mobile.
Always love the narration, I never feel like I'm listening to someone reading a spec sheet on a website. Oh you and your fancy yet clever word play
This would have been the perfect Moto Z with only a few changes. I love the new fingerprint scanner placement, but I absolutely require a headphone jack. My AKGs just don't work as well with a low power dongle. The new screen aspect ratio is great, but that price hike is uncalled for. Keeping the gestures even without the front fingerprint scanner. And don't even get me started on the pathetically slow updates. They have a near stock experience, how hard can it be to update it. I'd also prefer if they kept the aluminum back from the Z2 Play. So close, yet so far... Shame
If it was $400 with a headphone jack, I'd buy one in a heartbeat. I am quite a fan of this line of phones.
I'm watching this on my Z2 Play, and I love it. I'm from México and got my phone from AT&T, the battery mod was included in the box and it really lasts a lot, I finish my day with at least 60% battery left. With that said, I don't think the Z3 play is worth that price, I'd say that $350-400 would be the right price
So much potential wasted :(
$500??? Wtf???
Ikr
Well if i use my nexus 6 with an app that make it corners round, then everybody will think it is z3 play right. Profit af
better than iPhone X copycats
Save your money and you can have one
Snapdragon 636 is kind of steep for that chip
I'm kind of confused on the support.
No more Z series phones?
Or the next Z phone won't support previous mods and introduce a new line?
They're abandoning the Moto mods concept (which was supposed to be a midrange-high end thing) and they will concentrate on the new RAZR line and low to midrange stuff like Moto One (their new phones won't be compatible with the mods). Actually, the Z4 - still Moto Mods compatible - has the worst specs of the last 3 Moto Z generations so far but the screen size.
Four years and I still enjoy your videos. Another thumbs up!!!
the script and voice over quality alone should make you subscribe to Mr. Mobile...
My dad is still rocking this device in January of 21'. Great phone for him. Am going to pick up the new edge for 21' when it comes out. I like having something different than other people.
All the moto z line has the problem that the screen is detached from the top and the proximity sensor starts to fail, which causes that moto actions (like quick camera and quick torch) do not work, this we can clearly see in your video.
For travelers, this is a no brainer...and you can add more fun mods as time goes on, something no other phone can boast. Let's face it, the reason most of us buys a new phone is because they get boring----admit it, you know I'm right 😉So it was really, really nice to finally see a decent review of this phone, even at $500.00, it's worth it for it's expand-ability and it's ability to make you want to actually keep it after awhile, a nice design all told. Thanks again for your usual reviewing greatness Michael, it's always appreciated!
I have a gen one Moto z play and it's great, after 19 months, it's still fast, and with the battery mod it lasts all week, I'm glad they at least kept up motomod support, and that makes me want the new one, motomods are a unique yet practical idea
this is my new daily driver. the battery life is unreal and I've run into no bugs and love the figerprint sensor out of the way on the side. the power button on the left side, I'll get used to with use. you won't get used to it if you're switching phones for review every couple of weeks. I'm coming from a Sony Xperia xz2 and pixel 2 and I'm not looking back. If battery life is the bane of your existence, then this Moto is for you! Keep up the great videos Mr. mobile!
Still using mine! Bought at launch.
I think the fingerprint reader is actually pretty decent. You might accidentally unlock it by grabbing it on occasion but it only needs a partial print and scans easily. I find it easier to use than the front reader on the z2 force.
You're the nicest person. You don't even comment the glitches, bugs and ghost touches that are usually espected in a Motorola phone since the G4 line.
The only reason I am not a major Moto supporter is I had a crippling texting issue with the Z Force2. I miss that Chop to flashlight feature more than anything, the super slim body, impressive battery life, made absolutely outstanding by the battery mod I immediately bought
God I love your reviews! The editing and transitions are so satisfying and absolutely top notch!
Your comment about Windows Phone made me revisit your review of the Lumia 920, which I had back in the day. I've also been watching your great videos since those days. Keep up the good work!
Is the side fingerprint + power button Sony exclusive? Or Motonovo just couldn't figure it out?
yourrgb Official Only phone I ever seen with that was a Sony
SkanDog Vids me too. That's why I asked if it's patented by Sony or Motonovo just couldn't get their own design to work.
Nextbit did it (so now Razer does as well). Not sure if there's a licensing concern; Motorola told us at the briefing that splitting the button and sensor up "makes for single quick unlock," and that
"by coupling it with a switch it not only creates duplicative functionality but also introduces a delay." I don't really buy it, but that's what they told us.
MrMobile [Michael Fisher] oh wow.. completely forgot about the Robin and the Razer phone.
Thanks for the info, MrMobile!
I think Qualcomm holds the patent for a fingerprint on a power button. Which is why Sony disabled it in the US
You know what I hate about the camera update. You used to be able to swipe left and go straight to the pictures. Now you have to tap the pic at the bottom right just like almost all other phones. It's annoying.
Grabbed this phone through a Motorola sale for $199 from their website. Also used their financing program which was the best option for me at the moment. Going to retire my Moto Z Play (first gen) as a in-bed UA-cam/media device. Love the mods. I'll have 3 battery mods when this new Z3 arrives. Being able to go without a charger for a week (with multiple mods) is wonderful.
It's on sale now...
Man your hands are super stable, the video looks like it was shot on a gimble!
THAT WAS PERFECT, Honestly, I can't get any idea of why those reviews are so good, but they truly are
I've still got the original Moto Z Play. I'm writing this comment with it.
Same, almost a whole day SoT with 5+ day battery life!
Same. Still best phone i ever had.
Same here. Gonna be hard to replace mine when I eventually need to because it checks nearly all my boxes.
Same. Hopefully the new Moto One Power is the true successor of the Z Play.
+1 !
Just watched a review of a Chevy Volt and was impressed how he explained it. Didn't know he also reviews phones. Great review.
Cool stuff, brought back memories of my employment at Motorola Australia as software developer in 1999. Phones had good features but Nokia just beat them overall
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I have the Z² and the battery pack and it's lasted a long time except the speaker is damaged... But if you want a bargain, just buy a Z² for about 300!
How about a comparison of the three generations? And which one would you recommend any of the generation?
how are you convincing me to watch the ad in the end... i hate watching it but yet i watch it!!!! Review as always top!!! i hope motorola has an ace coming up on aug 2 !!!
The only person who even comes close to your content quality is MKBHD. I'm glad you haven't devolved the way some of your peers have as you've gained subs. Quality video as always 👌
3:28 Moto display also activates when subtle or harsh vibrations occur on the surface the phone is rested on... So the fact that ur hand is moving on the table might be the reason the m-dispay was activating
You can install Lineage. For me that's a plus. The free power mod isn't something I would pay for. The wireless charger mod is sold out which makes it even less attractive, especially if they're sold out for good.
I feel like the bugs where custom gestures are inconsistent are bugs that came along with updates when Motorola sends out updates. I have the Moto X4 and I've noticed it every now and then the gestures don't want to work. Like you said, a restart fixes, but it's very annoying.
Am I the only user that wants call clarity over all the other stuff? I have been researching for months for a phone that has the best noise cancellation and over all call quality. I think I found it. But it's not easy to find call quality as a feature that a cell phone should provide or that reviewers even compare of mention. I 'm glad he mentioned call quality or I would be looking elsewhere. ... and yes, I agree this guy should have way more subscribers.
Randomly searched for Moto Z and found your review which is fabulous. Totally love your style and the quality of the video. You also convinced me that there's no need to upgrade my original Moto Z Play but definitely to check out some additional mods which I was unaware of. Thanks!
My Z Play just updated to Oreo, I'll pick this phone up later this year. Gotta agree the battery and speaker Mods are so sweet !!
I currently have the Z2 Play and I love it. I'll be buying the Z3 Play in the near future.
Just got the moto Z4 from my dad yesterday in the morning he upgraded to a new Motorola edge UW 2021 I got his moto Z4 frost white
The battery is the most important feature for me regarding a phone. Moto software is also nice. The Moto Z Play 3 and the Note 9 will be my next phones.
2019 just picked up a Moto Z3 online at Verizon for $240 and came with 9.0.
While the camera could use improvement, everything else I like. Just bought the JBL mod and used it today all day while digging fence post. Very nice mod.
Let me back track a tiny bit about the camera as it may be ok but once the pic is taken my observation of that pic is whacked from the slightly blue hue the screen gives off on this phone.
I prefer the night mode 24/7.
Otherwise the phone is a steal for $240.
Add the fact that it has band 71 for Tmobile and it more of a lead then the one plus 6 for a certain subset of customers
For my Moto Z2 Play, the Power pack plus the SoundBoost 2 are the only one I need, and I can't understand how otherwise people can live without these jewels.
I am so happy that there are still tech youtubers who give love to tunnel bear 🐻
If you think that battery mod is good, you should really try the turbopower mod for a full day. It drains very slowly and goes from about 20-70% in about 15 min (not exact numbers but that's what it seems like).
I've been using the TurboPower mod since it came out. Really is an excellent accessory, but the main benefit of this phone is you don't need to spend extra for a battery mod at all.
Hi There Micheal , Just Wanted To Draw your attention to the last Few Videos you made ....All Good And Thank's a million for your effort , Just One Thing When Watching its keeps Buffering every second not sure why , All the Techtubers I've watched are perfectly loading without any buffering ....
Watching this from my Moto Z3 Play. I love it and all the mods. The projector one is so fun
Man, love the quality of your reviews!
I might get this phone. Yes the lack of headphone jack dissapoints me but, I realized while watching this that I rarely use my phone to listen to music anyway. I have a dedicated music player that I use for that. I already own a z2 play, which I like, and have mods for so getting this phone is probably going to happen, but I got mine for $340 (including tax) during a sale and I'm sure the Z3 will go on sale too.
As the Z4 is on the verge of coming out, the series continues.
And I would love a magnetic Moto Mod tablet to go with my 135Euro T Mob deal Z3 Play !
ive been using the 1st gen moto z play for over a year and it's simply perfect, does 100% of i want it to do
This phone is still my main. Got mine new, but late in April 2019. It's stuck on Pie, but I still love it. I simply have far too much invested in mods to give up on Z's before I have to. I'm actually tempted to buy a Z4.
Oh, and because I got it about 9 month after it's release I got it for only $10 per month on a 2 year contract. So $240 Canadian new for me, but no free battery mod in the carrier versions. But I have 3 already.
Can someone please explain why it matters if there’s no headphone jack if there’s an adapter in the box? You just leave it attached to your headphones, and you’re still plugging something in same as always, but still get the benefits of no headphone jack.
I get some people use more than 1 set of headphones but they’re a really tiny percentage. I just don’t get it.
Mr Mobile review: The Expert With Thinking Out Of The Box
I have a Moto z2 force and see no reason to upgrade. I love your brilliantly executed presentation video very detailed very organized great presentation and great execution keep it up I look forward to more videos. Completely new to your Channel.
Until recently I had an LG v20 with a third party 9000 mAh battery. I'm happy to have a more modern phone but God that thing was a beast.
That battery life is amazing, but a _glitchy_ Motorola experience? That's unheard of. They were such a good company too
Was really looking forward to this phone but the lack of a headphone jack kills it for me. Sure, 80% battery is awesome at the end of the day, but does it matter if I have to charge my headphones anyways?
Now just need to find a case that fits all the different mods.........
Still hanging with Moto z play 1st generation. Bought it for its unique mod feature, but practically never bought or used one. However performance is still good, almost 2 years now.
You know Mr.Mobile if I'm being honest here, having a power button on a Motorola device seems redundant at this point. I believe they would be much better off by using the fingerprint scanner as it by adding a power button gesture, and it would also save space for other things 🤔
On top of the lack of the headphone jack, thus lack of versatility, it has a fragile glass back. Those are major deal breakers for me, and I might look into the Z2 Play instead of the Z3 Play. I'll still be hanging on in term of what will be at the Motorola HQ in Chicago next week. :)
Your reviews are always to the point.
Love watching them.
As usual, Mr Mobile, the man whose reviews are better than most of the devices it reviews. Wit, candor and great writing.
I always wonder what ring you wear on your finger. Looks super cool.
Not sure if you've heard Michael, but the Qwerty Keyboard mod just got cancelled about a week ago, sadly =(
Also, are you still able to turn off the Display by holding down the fingerprint scanner on the Z3 Play and regular Z3?
Thanks
Great review. I pre ordered the moto z3 play on Amazon it cost me $450 including obviously the battery mod and the Amazon Alexa speaker mod. My dad got the One plus 6 and I was thinking about getting one for myself, but when using the one plus 6 I couldn't get used to the notch and the overall design of the phone. I'm coming from a Google motorola nexus 6 so I'm a huge fan of Motorola and of wide screen smartphones. I found the OnePlus 6 to be very tall and that for me just wasn't good because I'm more interested in media consumption with a wide screen and a front facing speaker than having a phone that just looks "good" and perhaps "modern" with the notch.
Overall, I think the moto z3 play needs a price drop maybe around $400 to be more competitive. It's a smartphone that should compel media consumption addicts (gaming, UA-cam) with its front facing speaker and despite not having a headphone jack the long lasting battery with the mod was reason enough for me to buy it. The OnePlus 6 is definitely a good smartphone but only for people that can't afford the iPhone X, I really don't see it as a phone for media consumption just a Samsung/apple copycat budget smartphone.
No, not since Lenovo took over. After owning moto g, g2, moto pure moto z... it’s gone down hill since moto pure
The moto z was good but not flagship, performance too slow given the chipset and camera not the best for a flagship.
I’ve just bought a Samsung s8, it’s good but it’s not stock, it’s a bit buggy, but until moto return to the days of moto I think it’s run it’s course for now... and the moto dongle.. it’s rubbish, it maybe last 4 months.
I have a Z2 force and bugs are a huge issue. The gestures don't work half the time and the screen starts getting random touches until it's restarted. And the worst part is there's been no updates. Lenovo has killed moto tbh.
Honestly as I see this and how Mr Fisher portrayed it this phone is mainly for users who used old moto z's and have a stack of mods at home just laying around.
Yami Lucifer That's true and yet it comes with the battery mod and the Soundboost 2 speaker mod is only $45 and it's fantastic !!
Pat Kelley Yeah that's great no doubt about it. But in a world where the one plus devices exist and phones under 400$ dollars are performing way better than this phone. It's hard to justify the price of 500$.
This phone can also be for people who have a Google Motorola nexus 6 since 2015 and feel desperate to change phones, that don't like the one plus 6, who are motorola fans, and that are interested in the $450 price in Amazon with the free Amazon Alexa speaker mod offer... Which is my case😁
I would've preferred more on the software/gesture stuff but great review as always. I'm even more budget than this, but I replaced my Moto G5Plus with a Nokia 6.1 last week. I loved the Moto but it didn't receive a single software update and therefore was stuck on what it shipped with, 7.0.
Honestly these videos are just a pleasure to watch. Very well done.
Hey, I'm going to have the Samsung Galaxy S7 until August-September 2019. Reactions?
How's the performance compared to something like the Snapdragon 820 in my current HTC 10?
I just got a Z2 play and love it...I'm sure the z3 is even better!
Keep em coming man, you make my day when I see a new review in my subs!
Loving my Moto Z2 Play and haven't regretted it since. Great phone and great battery. I like Motorola but they need to have a phone that can compete with OnePlus.
I wish all these mods were available in India at a reasonable price. Man. I love this
There should be a "style" mod with a fingerprint sensor on the back. You know, for gestures and stuff. Or maybe one with an e-ink screen for reading, like that dual screen phone. Or even a full color screen that twists open, like the Axon M and allows you to multitask better and use the rear camera for selfies
Mx Jonson To be honest, I think putting the fingerprint sensor on a detachable part of the phone is so unreliable
I mean , that would be an extra scanner, there's the one on the side for regular use, and then on the back for gestures and easier unlock. It would be just an extra feature of the style mods.
But yeah, it's a stupid idea, but who know maybe if they copy apple in using face unlock only this could be a thing
$500? A Oneplus 6 is way better for that price
Even an Asus Zenfone 5z
Bautista Pandolfo Battery won't last as long. You have no mods, so no.
lilmoris1 no mods but a powerful all around phone
gcforreal Meh. Not an exciting phone, just a bootleg iPhone X.
but doesn't have moto mod
Bautista Pandolfo or a Samsung s7
Watching this on my Z2 Play,which cost me 200€ (~230$)
I don't think, that this phone is worth the extra 300 bucks 🤔😅
Crazeon you have the headphone jack too..... 😅😂😅
I'm think buy z2 play it's better than z3!
For everybody scoffing at the price compared to the OP6, if you're an Amazon prime member you can buy this phone in payments.
Holy crap man. I work on the Sabino. I wish I had worked on the fourth so I could see The MrMobile himself at work
Literally as just as I was thinking about whether this phone is worth it or not to gift to my grandmother, this video shows up! Perfect timing and excellent review 👍🏼
I'm still happy with my Moto Z play 1st gen.
Excellent better life and now on Oreo..
Y'know, I have the Moto Z2 Force, and while it's an OK phone, I wish I could have one where the screen doesn't get scratched up in the first 30 days I own it just because I couldn't find a screen protector fast enough.
Also I have the projector mod they offered free when it was purchased about a year ago. I played with that mod a few days, then I bought myself an Otter Box to protect my phone and haven't touched it again. Seriously, I bought a "tough" phone and I want to protect it. Taking it out of it's case to keep slapping mods on it just isn't a user model I will ever get used to, now that I had the option.
I might have bought one of the battery mods, but only if it supported Qi charging (I know a couple do, btw), but then I can't use my case, as the mod would make the phone too thick to put in any case on the market. That certainly doesn't sound useful to me either.
And finally there's the Android updates. I was not surprised to see that as one of the negatives in this review. I have security updates that are months out of date and it's still running Oreo 8.0, with no sign of the 8.1 update in sight. Honestly it reminds me of my 1st Android phone, that got 1 OS update and was pretty much abandoned by 6 months in. I don't buy HTC anymore due to that and I am pretty sure this will be my last Motorola for the very same reason.
Thanks for the review, but the negatives would be enough for me not to consider this model if I was in the market. Even the positives prove to me that Motorola is best to give up on mods and finally build phones with bigger batteries, better cameras and such from the get go, rather than expect their users to keep pumping cash into accessories after the fact to make up for the phone's shortcomings.
If it had the new snapdragon 710 it was an absolute buy......