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General| Screen shape | Flat |
|---|---|
| Pixel density | 399 ppi |
| Display diagonal | 6.4 \ |
| Display resolution | 2300 x 1080 pixels |
| Native aspect ratio | 19:9 |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Product color | Black |
| Video call | - |
| Fingerprint reader | Yes |
| Processor cores | 8 |
| Processor family | Qualcomm Snapdragon |
| Processor frequency | - GHz |
| RAM capacity | 4 GB |
| Compatible memory cards | MicroSD (TransFlash) |
| Maximum memory card size | 512 GB |
| Internal storage capacity | 64 GB |
| Speakers | stereo |
| Optical zoom | 2 x |
| Rear camera type | Quad camera |
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Rear camera pixel size | 1.12 µm |
| Front camera pixel size | 1 µm |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.7 |
| Second rear camera pixel size | 1.75 µm |
| Video capture resolution (max) | - pixels |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 16 MP |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Third rear camera resolution (numeric) | 8 MP |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 2 MP |
| Platform | Android |
| App distribution platform | Google Play |
| Operating system installed | Android 10.0 |
| Talk time (3G) | - h |
| Battery capacity | 5000 mAh |
| 4G standard | LTE |
| 3G standards | UMTS |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM |
| Wi-Fi standards | 802.11b, 802.11g, Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) |
| Bluetooth version | 5.0 |
| SIM card capability | Hybrid Dual SIM |
| Mobile network generation | 4G |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | No |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| Headphone connectivity | 2.5 mm |
Weight and Dimensions| Depth | 9.63 mm |
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| Width | 75.84 mm |
| Height | 155.95 mm |
| Weight | 197 g |
Provides a diagram and labels for the phone's physical components like cameras, buttons, and sensors.
Offers instructions on cleaning and disinfecting the phone to maintain its condition and appearance.
Details precautions to avoid water and splash damage, emphasizing the phone's resistance limits.
Guides on how to insert and remove SIM and SD cards, including hardware diagrams.
Step-by-step instructions for inserting and removing SIM and SD cards using the provided tool.
Instructions for transferring data from an iPhone or an Android phone to the new device.
Explains how to import contacts saved on a SIM card into your Google account.
Guides on configuring SIM card usage for calls, data, and SMS based on user needs.
Instructs users to contact their carrier for help with voicemail password issues.
Guides on setting up a personal greeting for the voicemail system.
Instructions for adding Gmail and other IMAP/POP email accounts to the phone.
Details on configuring email accounts for Microsoft Exchange and Office 365.
How to add medical and emergency contact details visible from the lock screen.
Allows adding a custom message to the lock screen for anyone who finds the phone.
Explains how the phone can share location with emergency responders.
Steps to set up screen lock, fingerprint security, and Find My Device for phone protection.
Explains the elements and navigation of the phone's home screen, including status bar and app tray.
Describes the lock screen appearance and available actions like making emergency calls or checking notifications.
Introduces basic phone navigation concepts like gestures and icons, and common tasks.
Explains how to understand and control cellular data usage and connect to Wi-Fi networks.
Highlights differences between iPhone and Android, including assistants, app stores, and cloud services.
Details how a Google account synchronizes data, provides cloud storage, and secures information.
Explains the icons in the status bar that indicate phone status, battery, and network connections.
Describes the mode that disables wireless functions for airplane travel.
Explains basic screen gestures like tap, touch & hold, drag, swipe, and pinch for interaction.
How to navigate apps and screens using swipe gestures.
How to access quick settings by swiping down from the top of the screen.
Instructions on rearranging, adding, or removing quick settings tiles for personalized access.
Explains automatic screen turn-off for battery saving and preventing accidental touches.
Provides multiple methods for capturing screenshots, including scrolling capture.
How to toggle the flashlight using quick settings or a chop gesture.
Instructions on using Google Assistant for voice commands like making calls or setting alarms.
How to use voice commands like "OK, Google" to get navigation assistance.
Steps to add the Time and Weather widget to the home screen for quick access.
Introduces Digital Wellbeing for tracking and managing phone usage habits.
Explains how to use Focus mode to pause distracting apps and reduce interruptions.
Guides on setting up controls for a child's device access, location, and usage.
Instructions on opening, closing, and resizing the virtual keyboard for better typing.
How to use typing suggestions to improve speed and accuracy.
Steps for selecting, cutting, copying, and pasting text from web pages and messages.
How to use voice typing for text input, including punctuation and corrections.
How to set up and use Google's Autofill service to quickly fill forms with saved information.
Guides on setting single, dynamic, or daily wallpapers from various sources.
Instructions for customizing the app shortcuts in the Favorites tray at the bottom of the home screen.
How to add widgets to the home screen for quick access to app information.
Steps for creating and managing folders to organize app shortcuts on the home screen.
How to enable or disable AI-powered app suggestions on the home screen and app tray.
How to control home screen rotation behavior, separate from app auto-rotation.
Instructions on how to remove the Google news feed from the leftmost home screen.
Explains what launchers are and how they affect the home screen's look and feel.
Guides on configuring the screen saver to display photos or act as a desk clock.
Basic instructions for opening, closing, and managing running applications on the phone.
How to use the split screen feature to view and interact with two apps simultaneously.
Explains where to find notifications, including on the lock screen and status bar.
Lists preloaded apps and provides brief descriptions of their functions.
How to enable and customize quick gestures for everyday tasks like screenshots or flashlight.
Step-by-step guide to downloading and installing apps from the Google Play Store.
Explains how to manage automatic app updates to ensure the phone has the latest features.
Defines app permissions and explains what they allow apps to access on the phone.
How to disable unwanted preloaded apps to hide them and free up resources.
Instructions on how to start the phone in safe mode to identify problematic downloaded apps.
Explains how Play Protect scans apps for malware and warns about potentially harmful ones.
How to use Google Assistant for web searches without leaving the current app.
Steps to locate and open apps installed on the phone or search for more in the Play Store.
How to navigate and bookmark websites using the Chrome app.
Explains SMS messaging, character limits, and sending to multiple people.
How to read, reply to, forward, and manage text messages, including attachments.
Steps for adding attachments to messages and saving received attachments.
How to pin conversations, star messages, and find starred messages for easy access.
How to configure message notifications, sounds, and vibrations within the Messages app.
Guides on connecting the phone to a computer to send and receive messages via the Messages app.
How to open, view, and manage emails received on the phone through the Gmail app.
Instructions on locating emails by category or using search terms within the Gmail app.
How to view or play email attachments and download viewers if needed.
Explains how the calendar app helps manage events, reminders, and syncs with Google accounts.
How to view upcoming events via notifications or the Calendar app.
Step-by-step guide to creating new calendar events, including setting reminders and suggestions.
How to set alarms using the Clock app interface, adjusting volume and snooze settings.
Instructions for setting, pausing, resetting, and deleting countdown timers with labels.
How to switch between 12-hour and 24-hour time formats and use locale defaults.
Guides on sharing photos/videos wirelessly via email, cloud, or Bluetooth connections.
How to enable automatic backups of photos and videos to Google Photos for cloud storage.
Explains that contacts from added accounts become available automatically on the phone.
How to change a contact's name, photo, ringtone, and other information.
How to sort contacts by first or last name in the Contacts app.
Explains sharing contacts via name card files (.vcf) or text message attachments.
How to answer incoming calls from the incoming call screen or lock screen.
Options to divert calls to voicemail, respond with text, or block numbers.
Step-by-step guide to making a call using the Phone app, including entering numbers and hanging up.
How to adjust volume, switch audio output, mute the microphone, and use the keypad during a call.
Guides on using the Meet app for secure video calls with contacts.
Step-by-step instructions for initiating a conference call by adding participants.
Explains Wi-Fi calling, its benefits, and how it uses the cellular rate plan.
How to enable call waiting to be notified of new calls while on an existing call.
Explains how to block unwanted calls and texts from specific numbers or contacts.
How to view recent calls, missed calls, and call details with icons indicating call status.
How to dial emergency numbers from a locked screen without unlocking the phone.
How to access and listen to voicemail messages using the phone dialer or status bar.
How to tune into FM radio stations using headphones as an antenna, managing favorites.
Steps for recording the current radio station, editing names, and managing recordings.
Ways to obtain music, including streaming, downloading, and transferring files.
How to send music files from the phone to another Bluetooth-enabled device.
Steps for connecting a MIDI device using a USB cable and changing USB connection type.
How to turn on Wi-Fi, search for available networks, and connect using passwords or QR codes.
Instructions for connecting the phone to devices like printers or TVs using Wi-Fi Direct.
How to turn Airplane mode on and off to disable wireless connections during flights.
How to toggle mobile data on or off for managing cellular data usage.
How to set data warnings and usage limits to manage cellular data consumption and avoid charges.
Steps to set up the Wi-Fi hotspot for sharing the phone's internet connection.
How to share the phone's cellular data with a computer using a USB cable.
Instructions for configuring a virtual private network connection for secure network access.
How to turn Bluetooth on or off to conserve battery life when not in use.
How to enable or disable Quick Share for sharing content with nearby devices.
Step-by-step guide to connecting the phone to a computer via USB for file transfers.
How to mirror the phone's screen to a TV using Chromecast, showing apps and screens.
Guides on connecting the phone to a printer via Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Direct for printing documents.
Lists content types like photos, videos, contacts, and documents that can be shared wirelessly.
How to pick default apps for actions like opening links or browsing the web.
Control which apps can access usage data, carrier, language, and other details.
How to turn off notifications from specific apps or all apps to reduce interruptions.
How to set default or specific notification sounds for apps and adjust volume levels.
Options to limit or hide sensitive notification content on the lock screen for privacy.
Instructions on connecting the phone to a charger using a USB cable and checking charging status.
Tips on optimizing settings like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, screen brightness, and sync to conserve battery.
Explains how Battery Saver conserves power by adjusting phone settings.
Information about storing files, photos, music, and apps on the phone's internal storage.
How to scan the phone for unused items to remove and free up storage space.
Steps to move media files from internal storage to an SD card to free up space.
How to locate, view, edit, or delete files downloaded from the internet or emails.
Guides on attempting to recover recently deleted photos, videos, or texts using apps.
How to upload music to Google YT Music for cloud storage and access on any device.
How to enable automatic backups of photos and videos to Google Photos for cloud storage.
How to scan documents using the phone's camera and save them as PDFs on Google Drive.
How to adjust in-call audio, media volume, and ringtone/notification volumes using the phone's buttons.
How to select a default ringtone for calls or use a song as a ringtone.
How the phone automatically adjusts sound based on media type and listening device.
How to adjust screen brightness manually or disable Adaptive Brightness.
How to enable Dark theme for reduced eye strain and potential battery savings.
How to adjust text size, icon size, and display size for better readability and convenience.
How to disable auto-rotation for the home screen while allowing it for other apps.
How to enable Night Light to automatically shift screen colors to warmer tones at night.
Options to adjust screen color intensity for natural, boosted, or saturated looks.
Explains Peek Display's battery-friendly notifications that fade in and out when the screen is off.
How to adjust the screen timeout duration to save battery life or keep the screen on.
How to control which notifications appear on the lock screen and hide sensitive content.
How to use color correction to adjust screen colors for color blindness.
Options for magnifying the screen using triple-tap, gestures, or buttons for better visibility.
How to set up and use TalkBack for screen reading and voice feedback.
How to enable video captions with customizable language, text size, and style.
How to adjust the timeout for temporary notifications and messages to allow more response time.
Essential controls for easy access to features like magnification or TalkBack.
How to set up a pattern, PIN, or password to secure the phone and customize lock screen behavior.
Explains how Play Protect scans apps for malware and warns about potentially harmful ones.
How to use Find My Device to remotely locate, lock, or erase a lost or stolen phone.
Guides on setting or changing the phone's screen lock type, including pattern, PIN, or password.
How to adjust the delay before the phone automatically locks after the screen turns off.
How to keep the phone unlocked when connected to trusted devices like Bluetooth watches or car systems.
How to use Smart Lock to keep the phone unlocked at familiar locations like home or work.
How to use on-body detection to keep the phone unlocked while it's being held or carried.
Guides on enrolling fingerprints for unlocking the phone and secure purchases.
How to pin an app to the screen, preventing navigation to other apps.
How to set up a SIM card lock using a PIN to prevent unauthorized use if the phone is stolen.
How to adjust app permissions at any time for accessing data and phone features.
How to hide the pattern or PIN input when unlocking the screen for privacy.
Explains how the phone uses GPS, Wi-Fi, and networks to estimate location for services.
How to see which apps have recently accessed the phone's location and revoke permission.
Steps to add a Google account for Play Store access, customized feeds, and app integration.
How to manage personal information associated with your Google account.
Explains how Google apps sync data automatically and how to manage sync settings.
Information on reviewing, deleting, and controlling data collected by Google services like search and location history.
How to adjust the keyboard height and position for more comfortable and accurate typing.
How to change the phone's display language and add keyboard languages.
How AI optimizes memory management for faster app opening based on usage patterns.
How to customize the Power button's double-press action to open Google Assistant or the camera.
Options for navigating apps and screens using gesture navigation or 3-button navigation.
How to configure the fingerprint sensor to open notifications and quick settings.
How to turn the flashlight on/off using quick settings or a chop gesture.
How to use the Quick Capture gesture (twist phone twice) to open the camera.
How to enable a gesture to shrink the screen for easier one-handed operation.
How to configure screenshot settings, such as enabling the three-finger screenshot gesture.
How to automatically back up apps, data, settings, photos, and SMS messages to your Google account.
Options for adding users, using guest mode, or pinning the screen to share the phone.
Steps for adding new user profiles to the phone, including restricting calls and messages.
How to create and manage a temporary guest profile for sharing the phone.
Explains the importance of the IMEI number for warranty and security purposes.
Troubleshooting steps for slow apps, connection issues, and system updates.
Explains that phone warmth is normal and provides reasons and ways to prevent overheating.
Troubleshooting steps for a phone that won't start, including charging and external resets.
Steps to fix random reboots, restarts, or shutdowns, including software updates and factory resets.
Troubleshooting for unresponsive screens, including restarting, charging, and factory resets.
How to turn off grayscale mode if the screen appears in black and white.
Troubleshooting steps if the phone doesn't recognize a newly inserted SD card.
Solutions if apps cannot access files stored on the SD card.
A list of common call issues to help diagnose problems.
Steps to resolve issues where the SIM card is not recognized by the phone.
Troubleshooting for outbound call failures when a signal is present.
Steps to ensure the phone rings for incoming calls by checking volume and Do Not Disturb settings.
How to check Do Not Disturb settings that might be routing calls to voicemail.
Troubleshooting steps for the screen going black during calls, potentially related to the proximity sensor.
Steps to ensure the microphone isn't covered by cases or films, and to check Voice Privacy settings.
Steps to resolve charging problems, including checking the USB connection and rebooting.
Explains factors affecting battery life and suggests rebooting if draining faster than expected.
How to prevent Bluetooth from turning on automatically due to third-party apps or scanning.
Troubleshooting steps for Bluetooth connection drops, including battery level and positioning.
Steps to resolve issues when unable to connect to a Wi-Fi network, including password checks and router firmware.
Checks to perform if the phone's Wi-Fi hotspot cannot be enabled, such as checking cellular data.
Steps to check computer settings and software for successful USB file transfer.
Instructions for erasing the phone and setting up a new screen lock if the code is forgotten.
Steps to reset Google account password and considerations for device setup after password changes.
How to manually sync accounts to test if sync issues are resolved.
How to add widgets or app shortcuts back to the home screen if they disappear.
Troubleshooting steps for issues with installed apps, including checking for updates and clearing cache.
Tips for taking clearer photos, such as cleaning the lens and adjusting resolution.
How to resolve camera busy errors, often by checking app permissions or clearing cache.
Troubleshooting for message sending/receiving problems, including signal strength and network settings.
Steps to fix issues where the Messages app stops working, including checking permissions and clearing cache.
Importance of keeping the phone updated with the latest Android software for optimal performance and security.
Situations requiring a network settings reset, such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or data connectivity issues.
Explains that a factory reset erases all data and returns the phone to its original state.
Steps for performing an external reset when the phone's Settings menu is inaccessible.
Information on where to find help for billing, network issues, app usage, or phone problems.
How to send feedback, including screenshots, to Motorola regarding the phone or apps.
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