Those who got the update share your review here
I think american users must be still asleep?
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I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
davwman said:
I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
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As they should be.
Moto Gee :-¢
davwman said:
I'm in the us with a us amazon version and still Haven't received the update. So when I do, sure I'll give a review as well as a flashable version.
Moto Gee :-¢
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i tried the guide which helped you flash the us sw on the EU version of the device, and it worked. I was running the US version for 1 day, tried updating, nothing worked, i kept it for about 26 hrs and no update popped up, i would've pulled the update and uploaded it. Now i returned to the EU version so i can benefit from the update when it rolls our for the EU versions. I can't say i'm disappointed, moto G is an awesome device, cant wait for january
I'll give my impressions once I actually get KitKat. I pre-ordered the US GSM model direct from Motorola, and I live right smack dab in the middle of the USA.....no update yet. =(
Improvements in camera ?
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
bharath78910 said:
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
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I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
bharath78910 said:
Any improvements in camera in this update ?
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The camera is much faster and the pictures seem to come out sharper with better focus.
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just updated
phone seems to be a little bit snappier. but cant really compare yet as i just got the phone today, and updated after unlocking the BL and root. also i think a new addition in the cloud print option. camera is way better than JB (rear)
US - Global GSM
PottsyNZ said:
I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
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The camera is most certainly improved with KitKat. The pictures seems to be much sharper than before.
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PottsyNZ said:
I doubt it, good cameras come from using good quality lenses and sensors, motorola skimped in the camera hardware for the price point knowing that most ppl just upload to facebook or ruin with instagram.
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Nice try. There is nothing wrong with the camera hardware in this phone. There has been some sort of aggressive software filter that blurred the photos in 4.3 but it is fixed in kitkat. Perhaps you should see for yourself next time.
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Anyone got before-after pictures to compare?
I have a XT1033 and after updating to kitkat I got no SIM signal..
So, got back to 4.3...
Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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The always listening feature is Moto X only, unless i dont understand what you are asking for
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endesmus said:
Just updated my Moto G, but the Google now command "OK Google" doesn't work from outside Google Now. I have to click on the button first to enter now, and then it works. Wonder if this feature is disabled on Moto G, or if I'm doing something wrong. Was kinda excited to be able to use my phone completely hands-free while driving etc.
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I believe that if you get the GEL (Google Experience Launcher), it should work.
rogeriorp said:
I believe that if you get the GEL (Google Experience Launcher), it should work.
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Thanks it works now but not when the phone is inactive (black screen). I heard that Moto X can wake up at "OK Google" even when inactive, and I was hoping installing Kitkat would introduce this feature to Moto G, but I suppose I was wrong.
Thanks anyway!
^^that is MOTO X *ONLY* feature known as Touchless controls, which uses special X8 core on soc to always listen from you
However devs will never sit quitely
We have Open Mic+ and Utter!
Try those apps.
Related
This feature of the Moto X is one I really want. Any chance we can get this working on on N4?
No
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It's about some kind a chip. Not software.
Kaanu74 said:
It's about some kind a chip. Not software.
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Hmm, I have heard that one before. Remember when Google Now first came out? There will all sorts of rumors that it could only run on certain phones and so forth. Do we have any evidence to point otherwise in this case?
webmaster said:
Hmm, I have heard that one before. Remember when Google Now first came out? There will all sorts of rumors that it could only run on certain phones and so forth. Do we have any evidence to point otherwise in this case?
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I found this one
http://m.androidauthority.com/moto-x-language-processing-chip-238522/
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I'm not a developer but i know enough that its not impossible. It would kill the battery though!
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Given that the MotoX is stock Android with the exception of this feature, I might just get one. I have had the N4 since October (November?) when it first came out.....
Can some1 post it for Nexus 4 ?!
Motorola has made the app available for droids and moto x on Play store ::
See " Touchless Control " on play store ..
or here is the link ... https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.motorola.audiomonitor
Can some1 port it for our lovely nexus 4 ?!?!
Yes please. That would be epic. The only thing I like about Moto X
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.RSen.OpenMic
This is probably the closest we have to Touchless Controls as of now.
As a proud Nexus 4 owner, running the Nexus 5's Google Experience Launcher, and unrooted, I can categorically declare that the Nexus 5's touchless control with the always on "ok google" hotword detection works flawlessly on the Nexus 4.
You need to make sure you have the GEL apk file installed, and the latest play store update of Google Search.
You need to make sure your voice search settings are set to US English (just like on the N5).
Admittedly, if you, like me, installed the packages from the N5 system dump, you would have found that the hotword worked, but the search would crash.
However that seems to be fixed and working perfectly in the latest Play Store Google Search update, which incorporates the GEL in its code.
So you just need those three requirements I've listed above, and the touchless control ought to work perfectly on the Nexus 4.
Well, it is on mine... I've just started using it today, and it has not crashed on me yet! Although, it remains to be seen what a drain on battery it may be...
JC1988AD said:
As a proud Nexus 4 owner, running the Nexus 5's Google Experience Launcher, and unrooted, I can categorically declare that the Nexus 5's touchless control with the always on "ok google" hotword detection works flawlessly on the Nexus 4.
You need to make sure you have the GEL apk file installed, and the latest play store update of Google Search.
You need to make sure your voice search settings are set to US English (just like on the N5).
Admittedly, if you, like me, installed the packages from the N5 system dump, you would have found that the hotword worked, but the search would crash.
However that seems to be fixed and working perfectly in the latest Play Store Google Search update, which incorporates the GEL in its code.
So you just need those three requirements I've listed above, and the touchless control ought to work perfectly on the Nexus 4.
Well, it is on mine... I've just started using it today, and it has not crashed on me yet! Although, it remains to be seen what a drain on battery it may be...
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What they meant is even when the screen is off or using a different app.
eksasol said:
What they meant is even when the screen is off or using a different app.
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I see, my bad, I've seen similar things posted about the N5 as well... People saying the N5's version of touchless control being hardware dependent, and not available on the N4.
Just got over excited about getting it to work on my N4, hah!
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I see, my bad, I've seen similar things posted about the N5 as well... People saying the N5's version of touchless control being hardware dependent, and not available on the N4.
Just got over excited about getting it to work on my N4, hah!
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Some MotoX feature is still possible. If you used the latest AOKP nightly (for 4.3) they developed their own ActiveDisplay feature.
That was quick. Way to go Google!
http://9to5google.com/2013/12/19/android-4-4-2-kitkat-to-begin-rolling-out-to-the-moto-g-today/
"Android KitKat Comes to Moto G - Our KitKat family is expanding! When we launched Moto G last month, we committed to delivering Android, KitKat, to devices by early 2014. We are thrilled to start delivering on that promise early. Starting today, we are rolling out Android 4.4.2 to Moto G phones bought on Motorola.com or Amazon.com in the U.S. KitKat will come to other Moto G carriers and regions soon as well. This latest version of Android brings some cool new features, including printing emails and photos from your phone."
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Lol ginx
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And before moto x. Rock on Google
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Can't wait. That was really fast, I thought they would announce it around January of the rollout.
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Lol ginx
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And before moto x. Rock on Google
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They're doing a super job. In the little time I've had this, I've really noticed the little things such as their Xmas boot animation. I'm aware that some don't like it, but I think most will like the little touch of 'class'. Personally, I'd like to see them really surprise me with a Superbowl or BCS bowl animation but I recognize that will only appeal to a few.
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Nice, although note:
This Moto G software update is for all Global GSM and US GSM models purchased online in the United States
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So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
Can't wait for the kitkat performance improvements
Moto Gee :-¢
ghtop said:
Nice, although note:
So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
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It's almost like Motorola is a US company or something!
I wouldn't worry too much unless you got one of the phones tied to a carrier. It'll come in time.
Yes and I just got my phone today from FedEx. Can't wait to receive the update!
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It's almost like Motorola is a US company or something!
I wouldn't worry too much unless you got one of the phones tied to a carrier. It'll come in time.
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Heh I'm not worried, everything always comes in time ... Motorola obviously didn't launch the phone in the US and I'm just interested in the turnaround since then from the planned US launch in January. It's been a bit irritating to see all the 16GB stock suddenly appear in the US when it's been hard to get any in the UK, not to mention accessories ... anyway, off-topic.
kitkat4.4.2
Can't we just flash the phone with stock US then do the update ???
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Can't we just flash the phone with stock US then do the update ???
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Hopefully. I've just flashed Blur_Version.14.14.16.falcon_umts.Retail.en.US over a UK moto G
It gave some warnings during the flash process but worked ok. Not sure though which will upgrade to KitKat first this or Blur_Version.14.14.16.falcon_umts.AWSRetail.en.US
My brother's phone just got the update. I'm searching for a way to retrieve the update, but if anyone knows how to get at it without root or anything, let me know and I'll upload it.
XT1034 US GSM by the way.
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My brother's phone just got the update. I'm searching for a way to retrieve the update, but if anyone knows how to get at it without root or anything, let me know and I'll upload it.
XT1034 US GSM by the way.
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Can you ask him about the quality of camera app in kitkat, is that better than what we have so far
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Can you ask him about the quality of camera app in kitkat, is that better than what we have so far
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...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Yeah, installing for him and give us some feedback about the camera quality in 4.4 really appreciate
NoNameAtAll said:
...I haven't installed the update yet because once I do, it won't be retrievable. I'm looking for a way to extract it from the phone, but the phone has no root, ergo, I can't reach the /cache folder. I can't find any conclusive answers on how to retrieve it though without root, so I think I'll just install it for him.
Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Just install it lol. Plenty more people here will start to get the update by the end of this month. You might as well give feedback on how it performs.
Update for Moto G in india
My Moto G(From US) will be shipped to me by 24th,
Can anyone tell me how to update it from india (Proxy Servers etc!!!).
Thanks and regards.
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Sorry folks, but without root, I don't think I can do it.
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Sure you can...!
Take for example the RootExplorer, browse to /cache/ and copy the file to SD card, even without root!
shaftenberg said:
Sure you can...!
Take for example the RootExplorer, browse to /cache/ and copy the file to SD card, even without root!
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I tried with Root Explorer, but it still didn't let me. Probably due to lacking root permissions.
Sorry folks.
ghtop said:
Nice, although note:
So I guess that still means January for the non-US models. Not sure why Motorola has shifted attention to the US so much in recent weeks after the initial launch, but I suppose we'll have to see how this all pans out.
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What if I told you, that you can use roms?
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After watching several videos about how awesome this thing is online, I was hooked and totally ready to buy one. However, after reading around, I've noticed some people saying that you can accidentally shut off the screen with the magnet on cardboard. Does anybody own cardboard that can confirm this is in fact an issue? I'm ready to buy this thing, however, that's holding me back. Thanks!
Why would you buy one? There are free plans online to make your own.
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Why would you buy one? There are free plans online to make your own.
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I think the OP probably means a kit. I've ordered a kit (ie card template, magnets, nfc tag and lenses) for not much more than the lenses on their own.
With regards to the OP's question, I'll let you know next week as I hope to build it this weekend.
Yes it works wonders on my M8 GPE! No issues whatsoever.
100% of the functionality is there and works correctly
SolarTrans said:
Yes it works wonders on my M8 GPE! No issues whatsoever.
100% of the functionality is there and works correctly
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Can you load in HTC camera photo spheres or does it only work with the ones created by android camera?
If so how?
Thanks!
teylewr said:
Can you load in HTC camera photo spheres or does it only work with the ones created by android camera?
If so how?
Thanks!
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I only have the Google Camera since I have the GPE phone, so I'm not sure.
I have a feeling it will work, though.
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I only have the Google Camera since I have the GPE phone, so I'm not sure.
I have a feeling it will work, though.
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It doesn't seem to recognize them. Ive tried changing the name to match that, and make sure its in the same folder as ones from android camera.
Not sure what its looking for. It loads up any i've taken with android camera fine.
I have some cool ones from htc camera of places ill probably never go again and would love to check them out with this.
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It doesn't seem to recognize them. Ive tried changing the name to match that, and make sure its in the same folder as ones from android camera.
Not sure what its looking for. It loads up any i've taken with android camera fine.
I have some cool ones from htc camera of places ill probably never go again and would love to check them out with this.
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Yeah I did one on a dirt road in the redwood forests of California and it's great to see through Cardboard!
Probably a different format used by the Android camera I'm guessing, so that could be the issue.
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Following up to answer my own question.
Changing the name, and moving the htc camera photo spheres into the same folder as the google ones worked, it just needed to be reloaded.
the name format is PANO_{DATE}_{Image number}.jpg
example PANO_20140718_12345.jpg
teylewr said:
Following up to answer my own question.
Changing the name, and moving the htc camera photo spheres into the same folder as the google ones worked, it just needed to be reloaded.
the name format is PANO_{DATE}_{Image number}.jpg
example PANO_20140718_12345.jpg
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Glad you got it working! It would make sense that the Cardboard app just looked it one folder for the panoramas.
Smart thinking !
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So does the Google Cardboard only work with GPE? I've read that the dotview would come on because of the magnet on the Cardboard. And you have to root the phone to disable it...
DaKyy said:
So does the Google Cardboard only work with GPE? I've read that the dotview would come on because of the magnet on the Cardboard. And you have to root the phone to disable it...
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Yes i too want to know this..there is no video either. Does stock HTC M8 work with google cardboard or does it trigger the htc dot view?
Should work
I don't see why it wouldn't work on stock htc m8.. I had ATT sense with the dot view case, switched to GPE and the dot view case works the same way. Even the same features. So since dot view works with GPE fine and GPE users have confirmed that cardboard works, cardboard should work with sense as well.
Ok thanks for the input..will buy cardboard now
It definitely works on a stock M8.
The magnet doesnt seem to do anything for me. I push it down and release it to select an option in the cardboard app. But it doesnt select anything. Nothing happens. Can someone help?!
Make sure you do it in one quick movement down and back up or it won't make a selection.
Just wanted to say that sincr i updated my GPE M8 to lollipop, the magbetic switch stopped working. Worked 100% perfect before though so i hope there is some update that will fix this.
dannylu0ng said:
Just wanted to say that sincr i updated my GPE M8 to lollipop, the magbetic switch stopped working. Worked 100% perfect before though so i hope there is some update that will fix this.
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Oh really? I didn't get my cardboard until after I updated to 5.0, so I just assumed the magnet switch didn't work on the M8, google even list it as so.
That's interesting then...
Whats even further interesting is that the magbetic switch works with some apps. The hobbit VR experience works with the magnetic switch while others dont
http://www.androidpolice.com/2015/0...-apps-ready-download-apk-mirror-apk-download/
New Gallery, Camera, OTA, Voice and others.
Only one that would not install for me was Contextual services, which I think is a Moto G/X 2013 only app.
Camera and Gallery have new stock. icons!
I installed all fine (except Contextual Services) and everything works. I am not responsible if something happens to ur device....:good:
Moto Voice app is a lower version so not necessary.
Careful with AP's link to moto voice. It's a 6 version number and the current is 7.0.13.1. The current one is lower on the apk mirror page. Strange though, I already had that installed...
gotzaDroid said:
Careful with AP's link to moto voice. It's a 6 version number and the current is 7.0.13.1. The current one is lower on the apk mirror page. Strange though, I already had that installed...
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Exactly, is a lower version than the actual we have installed, I think thats because all these apps are compatible with Moto x 2013.
Thanks. OP updated
gotzaDroid said:
Careful with AP's link to moto voice. It's a 6 version number and the current is 7.0.13.1. The current one is lower on the apk mirror page. Strange though, I already had that installed...
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If you look on that dl page it shows that there is a newer version available, v 7.0.13.1.
Raistlin1 said:
If you look on that dl page it shows that there is a newer version available, v 7.0.13.1.
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Yes, but us 2014 moto folks already had that version (at least on lollipop).
gotzaDroid said:
Yes, but us 2014 moto folks already had that version (at least on lollipop).
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Yup , just saw that now, my apologies.
I installed all of the updates on my VZW 2014 moto X running lollipop. All installed just fine. Two issues appear resolved: the attentive display seems to be working and the camera is much improved. Hopefully, others can confirm this.
I'll test the Camera out today. I use Camera+ though, so can't see myself going back to stock. But its worth a shot, plus I like the new icon.
dcallan said:
I installed all of the updates on my VZW 2014 moto X running lollipop. All installed just fine. Two issues appear resolved: the attentive display seems to be working and the camera is much improved. Hopefully, others can confirm this.
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What kind of improvements did you find in the camera?
The only improvement I've seen in the update for the camera is that the front facing camera doesn't lag as bad in low light. I haven't noticed better picture quality. It's still sub par in low light and decent in good lighting.
when will the be in the play store?
I believe these were meant for soak testers.
Mayze23 said:
I believe these were meant for soak testers.
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Regarding the camera, I perceive there to be a difference in the focus and capture speed. But, I have no empirical evidence.
Yeah I noticed a speed improvement as well.
Sigh I was hoping this was gonna be the big camera update like the one the moto x 2013 got last year
Seems the download links are down. Any alternative links?
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Seems the download links are down. Any alternative links?
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Motorola has removed all links
And knowing moto, how much do you want to bet that those of us whom already downloaded and installed the apps, will have to uninstall them to get the new official ones....
gotzaDroid said:
And knowing moto, how much do you want to bet that those of us whom already downloaded and installed the apps, will have to uninstall them to get the new official ones....
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Makes no sense, they do have the same signature therefore will be identified as official for further updates.
I did install both the Moto and camera apps, glad it fixed attentive display at least.
Updated today, Looks like it finally works. Bravo moto.....
Legacystar said:
Updated today, Looks like it finally works. Bravo moto.....
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did you feel any difference? in which way?
For me, it looks like it is fixed. Before the system sometimes didn't recognize your face and turn off even when you are looking directly at the phone. Now it work like it should.
I didn't get an update
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Me either
Yes it's really working great and it wasn't before in L 5.0
bondlolo said:
For me, it looks like it is fixed. Before the system sometimes didn't recognize your face and turn off even when you are looking directly at the phone. Now it work like it should.
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Here I had problem screen on every now and then with every noise and shake, it has been solved too!
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shamelin73 said:
I didn't get an update
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It's part of the update of Moto Actions, updated on the 31st.
floepie said:
It's part of the update of Moto Actions, updated on the 31st.
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5.1 update??
guess it was included in the 5.1 soak
hope to get the full release soon
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5.1 update??
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No, everyone should have received the update.
Moto Actions was updated in the play store 3 days ago.
I'm still on 5.0.
Those on the 5.1 leak would have not received an update to Moto Actions through the play store. The version on the play store is 1.9.10. The version in 5.1 is 1.11.2. The version in 5.1 is a newer version that the one on the play store.
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Those on the 5.1 leak would have not received an update to Moto Actions through the play store. The version on the play store is 1.9.10. The version in 5.1 is 1.11.2. The version in 5.1 is a newer version that the one on the play store.
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Because it adds the shake movement for the flash, which is a 5.1 exclusive I believe.
rogeriorp said:
Because it adds the shake movement for the flash, which is a 5.1 exclusive I believe.
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I think so, also the camera version is 5.0.18 in 5.1. Which version on 5.0?, I ask by the exposition option in the screen
For me it started working only after a reboot
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I think so, also the camera version is 5.0.18 in 5.1. Which version on 5.0?, I ask by the exposition option in the screen
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I have 5.0.11.7.
I just updated the Moto Actions from play store and the Attentive display is working!! Nice
It's much more accurate now at detecting when I'm looking at the screen, somehow this update also resulted in priority interruptions working again.
upload to mega the apks of Moto Actions & Attentive Display please!