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How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.PowerReviews is a technology company that provides software to brands and retailers that allow them to collect, display and analyse different forms of user-generated content (UGC) on their e-commerce websites. In 2020, Motorola made major changes to its beloved G-series lineup. Of those, the introduction of the Moto G Stylus was the biggest surprise. At $300, it finally gave budget-phone shoppers an alternative to the lackluster LG Stylo series. The newest version of the Moto G Stylus ($299.99) comes just nine months after the 2020 Moto G Stylus hit store shelves. From the battery to the screen, it’s bigger in just about every way. But bigger isn't necessarily better, and with a dim display, downgraded cameras, and few real improvements over the earlier model, the G Stylus misses the mark. This year’s G Stylus has a slightly more refined aesthetic than its predecessor. My review unit has a glossy blue back that’s less flashy than last year’s model but still loves to collect fingerprints. A white option is also available if you want something that stands out from the crowd. At 6.7 by 3.1 by 0.4 inches (HWD) it is about the same size as the LG Stylo 6 (6.7 by 3.1 by 0.3 inches) but comes in a smidge lighter at 7.5 ounces versus 7.7 ounces. (Opens in a new window) Read Our Motorola Moto G Power (2021) Review Both are heavier than the 7.3-ounce Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Ultra (our favorite smartphone with a dedicated stylus slot). There’s a SIM and microSD slot on the left side of the G Stylus. The power button and volume rocker sit on the right. For the small-handed, the volume rocker will be a stretch, but it provides an oh-so-satisfying click when tapped. The hybrid power button is well placed and even pulls up an app shortcut menu when double tapped.ĭurability, as with all Motorola phones, is a concern. The G Stylus’s plastic frame and back are likely to withstand drops without much damage, but its strengthened glass display panel probably won’t fare as well. It’s also water resistant, so sweat or a little rain shouldn’t be an issue, but there’s no IP rating. If you drop the G Stylus in the pool, don't hold out much hope that popping it into a bag of rice will revive it. Like many people, I spent most of 2020 moving from one room to the next while doomscrolling on whatever screen happened to be in front of me.
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The experience gave me a new appreciation for the gargantuan displays found on the likes of the Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra, and perhaps that’s what Motorola was going for when it updated its G-series lineup. Look closely at the Moto G Stylus's display and you'll notice shadows around its edges and hole punch. On the G Stylus, you’ll find a massive 6.8-inch, 1,080-by-2,400-pixel hole-punch display.


Sure, it’s bigger than the 6.4-inch LCD on last year’s model, but those extra four-tenths of an inch come at a cost. The display is crisp with no noticeable pixelation or ghosting around text, but it's dim and hard to see in direct sunlight. Color accuracy skews cool, and the contrast ratio is poor. The viewing angles are good, but tilting the phone calls your attention to the biggest issue of all: shadows. They hide out around the hole punch and the edges of the display and are infuriating.

Once you notice them, they’re impossible to ignore. One of my biggest gripes about the original G Stylus was, in fact, the stylus. The passive pen was thin and hard to pry out of the phone, and Motorola’s software didn’t quite meet the challenge. Luckily, things have improved with this year’s model, though there's still room to grow.
