Pushing the boundaries of design and budget, Motorola launches the moto g85 5G.
It is the first ever moto g with Motorola’s endless edge display, premium ultrathin frame, Corning Gorilla Glass 5 screen for enhanced durability and luxurious vegan leather finish. More than a smartphone the moto g85 5G is designed to elevate everyday experiences.
The device launches as Motorola reaffirms its position as the 3rd Largest Smartphone Company in Australia for 2Q24 and celebrates being awarded Manufacturer of the Year in the 2024 WhistleOut Awards.
Kurt Bonnici, Head of Motorola Greater Asia Pacific said, “The moto g85 5G is an incredible achievement in smartphone design, it’s got all the top things our consumers ask for – excellent camera capabilities, big powerful battery, strong performance and we’ve packaged it in our groundbreaking endless edge design. The seamlessly blended curve display, contoured sides, ultrathin frame and premium finishes were previously reserved for our motorola edge flagship devices, to make these features available to more of our consumers for $399 is outstanding.”
“This is an exciting time for Motorola in Australia. According to industry analyst IDC, we have maintained our position as the third largest smartphone company in Australia for the second quarter of 2024. We’re proud to have achieved 137% growth year on year for the same period, the largest growth from any vendor in this market. This growth is a sign that we are delivering more of what our consumers want and need. Motorola’s mission to democratize technology is what first inspired the creation of the moto g family and I am so proud that Motorola continues to show up for our consumers like this. It’s especially meaningful today as we see the impact of the rising cost of living in Australia.”
Premium design. Elevated experience
The new moto g85 5G makes a sophisticated statement with its endless edge design, curved display seamlessly blended with the rear inlay and contoured sides. Users can choose from a vegan leather finish for a soft, tactile feel with an added touch of luxury in the colours Olive Green and Cobalt Blue. Or go with Urban Grey in a PMMA finish for an air of sophistication.
With 6.7″ pOLED display complete with Corning Gorilla Glass 5, the moto g85 5G offers a world of clarity with an added layer of durability. Users can enjoy a vibrant cinematic-quality viewing experience thanks to Full HD+ resolution, infinite contrast and over one billion shades of colour. The curved display supports super-smooth 120Hz refresh rate and peak brightness of up to 1600 nits mean users can enjoy their favourite content even in bright sunlight.
To complete the premium entertainment experience the moto g85 5G offers an immersive audio experience with multidimensional sound with Dolby Atmos® and powerful stereo speakers producing 4x more powerful bass for high-quality audio output with incredible richness and clarity. Hi-Res Audio ensures every note is crystal clear, whether using wired or wireless headphones.
Professional photos. Powerful performance
The moto g85 5G is your perfect partner for capturing every moment. Its 50MP main camera with Quad Pixel technology and features a Sony — LYTIA 600 sensor and Quad Pixel technology offering 4x better low-light sensitivity and 32x more focusing pixels for faster performance and sharp, vibrant photos day or night.
Manage wobbles and keep shots blur-free with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) then when it comes to capturing expansive scenes let the 8MP ultrawide lens do the work, while the Macro Vision lens is perfect for intricate details. And for stunning selfies, the 32MP front camera with Quad Pixel technology offers high-resolution photos with excellent low-light performance.
Powered by the Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 processor, the moto g85 5G delivers smooth and fast performance whether taking photos, gaming or multitasking. Plus, with 8GB of RAM – expandable to 16GB with RAM Boost – and 128GB of storage, users can effortlessly switch between apps and store photos, videos, and apps without worry. The RAM Boost3 feature further enhances speed, ensuring a lag-free experience even with the most demanding tasks. And with 5G connectivity, enjoy rapid downloads, seamless streaming, and lag-free video chats.
Work, play and explore with confidence thanks to the moto g85 5G’s long-lasting 5000 mAh battery keeping you powered up for over 34 hours. If a quick boost is needed, TurboPower 30W charging technology gives hours of power in just minutes.
Meaningful innovation. moto ecosystem
The moto g85 5G launches with Android 14 and will receive one major android OS upgrade and 3 years of bi-monthly security updates and comes complete with Motorola software features consumers know and love. My UX enables users to control their experience by customising their entertainment settings, changing colours and fonts and using Gestures to make everyday interactions easier.
Motorola has user safety and security covered with the Moto Secure App, powered by ThinkShield for mobile. The go-to destination for device security and privacy features users can quickly check and control the protection of their device with easy access to all related Android and Motorola apps and settings. The moto g85 5G also provides access to new Moto Secure App features such as Lock Screen Security, PIN Pad Scramble and Privacy Dashboard.
For those who may be sharing a device, Family Space enables users to create a designated “safe space” where kids can learn and play. Set multiple profiles for different family members, limit access to certain apps and even screen time for peace of mind. The moto g85 5G is another step in Motorola’s mission to deliver innovative design and technology that is more meaningful and accessible to more people.
Availability
The moto g85 5G is available in Australia from today 15 August 2024, in Cobalt Blue and Olive Green with a luxury vegan leather finish, and Urban Grey with a sophisticated PMMA finish. It has a RRP $399 at JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, OfficeWorks, Big W, Harvey Norman, Bing Lee, Mobileciti, Amazon, and motorola.com.au. Availability of colours varies across retailers, check with retailers for details.
