Update edit a year later.
Ordered a replacement since I broke the original. I did not receive a Moto G7+, I received a Tmobile Revvlry. The hardware may be the same, the form factor is, but due to the software it's a very different phone. I'm not even sure if it's better or worse, but very different with a distinct learning curve to it. It seemingly does everything differently. If I knew I wasn't going to get the same phone I probably would not have ordered it. Thanks. For nothing.
Time for a battery, the case was bulging quite a bit, probably due to being on the charger all the time. I've replaced batteries in half a dozen cellphones before so I thought no big deal. Wrong, big deal.
#1. Pry the screen off very carefully. Not just carefully, very carefully.
#2. In spite of the online instructions to do so, do not remove the connector for the screen, it's really difficult to reinstall, and there's no need. Obviously disconnect the connector for the battery and use heat or alcohol to aid in removing the battery. You may need adhesive to reattach the screen, it doesn't just snap or. Repeat, do not remove the connector for the screen, you will give yourself grief if you do.
First impressions so I may edit the review later, but I wanted to get this out there because of all the case questions.
The phone seems good, it's got a nice quality feel to it, similar to an iphone, maybe not quite, but nothing like the cheap plastic phones, it's got a good feel. Minimal use so far, but it works well and hasn't done anything wrong. Plugged in a Tmobile sim card, it recognized it right away and started downloading VM's that hadn't come thru on the old iphone. I'm sure dedicated phone enthusiasts would readily be able to tell the difference between this and the $1000+ high end phones, but it's got good specs, an Qualcomm® Snapdragon™ 636 Processor – 1.8 GHz Octa-Core processor and expandable to 512G with a micro SD card. It's a nice phone for a burner price.
Cases. This one fits fine, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B087ZVRYFQ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yes it's a round hole for an oval camera, but it's large enough so it's not a problem. There is a little bit of extra space at the top and bottom of the oval, but insignificant in my mind. Wife's phone so the case is pink, I assume other colors fit the same. Do be careful as there are options for a variety of similar, but different phones on that same page, but the one we got was the one specified for this phone and it fits just fine.
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| display size | 6.2 inches | 6.8 inches | 6.5 inches | 6.8 inches | 6.8 inches | 6.5 inches |
| memory capacity | 64 GB | 256 GB | 256 GB | 6 GB | 4 GB | 4 GB |
| model name | G7 Plus | Moto G Stylus 5G | Moto G 5G (2022) | Moto G Stylus | Moto G Stylus 5G | Moto G 5G (2023) |
| operating system | Android 9.0 | Android 12.0 | Android 12.0 | Android 10.0 | Android 11.0 | Android 13 |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth, NFC, Wi-Fi, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB, 3.5 Jack | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, USB | Networks + Bands 5G: 2/5/25/26/41/66/71/77/78 4G: 1/2/3/4/5/7/8/12/13/14/17/18/19/20/25/26/29/30/38/39/40/41/48/66/71 3G: 1/2/4/5/8 Bluetooth Technology Bluetooth 5.0 Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | 2.4GHz & 5GHz | Wi-Fi hotspot Location Services GPS (L1), A-GPS, LTEEP, SUPL, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou SIM Card Single SIM (1 Nano SIM + 1 microSD) | Bluetooth, USB Type C, Wi-Fi |
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From the manufacturer
Take next level photos with a 16 MP + 5 MP dual-camera system and optical image stabilization (OIS). All-day battery and TurboPower charging. Bring images and videos to life on an ultrawide 6.2" Max Vision Full HD+ display, plus crystal clear sound from stereo speakers.
Global Unlocked: use on any GSM carrier, any plan. Ready for use when you insert your SIM.
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16 MP dual camera with OIS.Get picture-perfect results with a 16 MP dual camera system featuring optical image stabilization (OIS). It’s easy to capture outstanding shots in any lighting condition every time. |
All-day battery. 27W TurboPowerAll-day battery with 27W TurboPower. Go all day on a single charge, and get 12 hours of power in just 15 minutes. Power your shoots with an all-day battery and TurboPower charging. |
6.2" Full HD+ Max Vision display.Immerse yourself with ultrawide views on a 6.2" Full HD+ display with a 19:9 aspect ratio. Refined 3D glass design. Feel the comfort and premium quality of contoured Corning Gorilla Glass and a water-repellent design. |
Max Vision Display and Dolby Audio. On The Go Entertainment.
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Dolby Audio tuned stereo speakers.Enjoy loud volume, crystal clear dialogue and realistic surround sound. Plus get loud, crystal clear sound from stereo speakers. |
Experience SpeedExperience the upgraded power of an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon processor in everything you do. |
Unlocked. GSM Only.GSM Google Android Smartphone Compatible with AT&T & T Mobile. It also works with prepaid carrier Metro by T-Mobile. |
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