Rating 4.2 60 reviews
Manufacturer: Motorola
Android Police
8 years ago

Moto Z2 Play review: Not a bad phone, but still a step backward

Motorola has yet to truly make the case that Moto Mods are a good idea. We were promised monthly mod releases, but that didn't happen. The Moto Mods we do have range from quirky and overpriced to mediocre... and overpriced.
Pros:
  • Performance The Moto Z2 Play is optimized very well, despite the mid-range specs
  • Basic tasks won't cause a bit of lag, Battery life The battery life is above average, and it charges incredibly fast with Moto's premium charger, Software Motorola's version of Nougat is clean and efficient.
Cons:
  • Battery life again While it's good compared to other phones
  • the Moto Z2 Play gets poorer battery life than last year's phone
  • Moto Mods I'm still not convinced that Moto Mods make sense
  • Design The same flat back and giant camera hump seen on other Z phones
  • thanks to the Moto Mod connector.
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Tech Advisor
8 years ago

Moto Z2 Play review

The Moto Z2 Play is a great mid-range smartphone; it features a gorgeous design, premium build and the Moto Mods support provides extended functionality based on what you require from the smartphone, from extra battery power to an improved speaker and even a built-in projector. Despite the smaller battery, the Snapdragon 626 processor is incredibly efficient and we comfortably lasted a day on a single charge, and when we did run out it was quick to top up thanks to the included fast charging tech. It holds its own against competitors in our benchmark tests, and real world use is decent.
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Recombu
8 years ago

Our in-depth Moto Z2 Play review uncovers whether or not Motorola's first 'Z' phone of the year makes a worthwhile successor to the Z Play that launched only a few months ago. The Moto Z Play is still on offer directly from Motorola for £369.98 with the Z2 Play already available for pre-order ahead...
Pros:
  • Slim
  • sturdy
  • premium design
  • Smart Android modifications
  • Excellent battery life
  • Moto Mods support
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hardwarezone.com.my
8 years ago

You probably had a hard time containing your excitement when Motorola's Advanced Technology and Projects (ATAP) division first announced Project Ara back in October 2013 – an open-source platform that would serve as the groundwork for the creation of a modular smartphone with interchangeable...
Pros:
  • Fuss-free performance
  • Vibrant and crisp 5.5-inch Super AMOLED display
  • Super slim
  • Very lightweight
Cons:
  • Protruding rear camera module
  • Mediocre image quality
  • Expensive Moto Mods
  • Not as powerful as its immediate competitors
Read more on hardwarezone.com.my
Notebookcheck
8 years ago

Lenovo Moto Z2 Play Smartphone Review

Lenovo's Moto Z2 Play is a good smartphone. It would look even better if the Moto Z Play (no longer) existed. The predecessor does many things just as good, some things just a bit worse, and other things even better while being considerably cheaper.
Pros:
  • very slim
  • stylish metal casing
  • very rigid and ergonomic
  • diverse options via Mods
  • easy to use Mods
  • good configuration
  • pure Android
  • relatively accurate GPS
  • decent speaker
  • clear microphone
  • sharp camera photos
  • stable viewing angles
  • low temperatures
  • very low power consumption
  • long battery...
Cons:
  • 12 months warranty only
  • slow Wi-Fi
  • PWM at low frequency
  • heterogeneous screen illumination
  • relatively long charging time
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bit.com.au
8 years ago

So there we have it: the Moto Z2 is a great mid-range phone in its own right, with super stamina, solid performance, 64GB of storage, plenty of features and a good camera. Throw in its expandability with its Moto Mods, and you have very versatile device.
Read more on bit.com.au
Trusted Reviews
8 years ago

Moto Z2 Play

Moto has been through turmoil recently, but nevertheless it's continued to churn out surprisingly excellent phones. The Moto Z2 Play is another device that it can add to the list. Despite this, the remains the default choice for anyone wanting to spend less than £200, and last year's Moto Z Play has...
Pros:
  • Slick software
  • Affordable price
  • Fantastic battery life
Cons:
  • Odd design
  • Camera struggles in varying conditions
  • Not convinced by Moto Mods
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Gizmodo
8 years ago

Motorola Moto Z2 Play: Australian Review

Motorola's mod-friendly smartphone, the Moto Z, is back. It's back in Z2 Play form, refining the original idea a little and bringing one of 2016's most interesting - if not exactly compelling - phones into late 2017.
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TechSpot
8 years ago

The original Moto Z Play was a popular device among those who wanted a massive battery in a mid-range device wi
Pros:
  • Super slim, well-constructed design
  • The Moto Mod ecosystem is maturing and can provide useful additions
  • Decent camera at this price point
  • Near-stock Android is always welcome
Cons:
  • At least $100 too expensive
  • Underwhelming performance compared to similarly-priced budget flagships
  • No longer a standout phone for battery life
Read more on TechSpot
Tech Nave
8 years ago

Motorola Moto Z2 Play review - Lighter, better, thinner and improved, but not for everyone

So, it looks like the Moto Z2 Play passes with flying colours. Compact design, good camera, good battery life, good performance, neat motion sensing controls, but some might not like the huge camera bump, and the panorama is still underwhelming.
Read more on Tech Nave
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