Moto E Gets Priced at $129 (€94) in the US, Now on Pre-Order

Today, mobile phone maker Motorola has unveiled to the world a new cheap Android-based smartphone, in the form of Moto E, which is set to arrive in the United States in the coming weeks, with a price tag of $129 (€94) attached to it.

At this price, the new device will certainly prove an appealing option for a lot of users out there, despite the fact that it might not be able to provide them with top-of-the-line capabilities. Those who are interested in purchasing the Moto E can already reserve it through Motorola’s website. Unfortunately, no specific info on when it will start arriving in users’ hands has been provided as of now. The phone lands on the market with a 4.3-inch 540 x 960 pixels touchscreen, as well as with a 1.2GHz dual-core Snapdragon 200 processor. Moreover, it sports 1GB of RAM, 4GB of internal memory, and a microSD memory card slot.

On the back, the new smartphone features a 5-megapixel camera. No front camera has been included, but there is a 1980mAh battery, along with the usual set of connectivity capabilities, and the Android 4.4 KitKat operating system loaded on top of the device. “Featuring the sharpest display in its class, Corning Gorilla Glass protection, and a water-repellent splash guard for lasting durability, and an all-day battery. For just $129 with no contract, Moto E is made to last and priced for all,” Motorola notes on its website.

Moto E now on pre-order in the US
Image credits to Motorola

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Chuwi VX3 Tablet with Full HD Display, Octa-Core Processor, Ships for $217 / €158

As previously announced, Chinese Android tablets powered by MediaTek processors are now enjoying Android 4.4. KitKat treatment.

It’s the case of the Chuwi VX3 which runs a nifty octa-core processor and offers phone-calling capabilities on top of everything. As you might expect from a Chinese device like this, the slate retails for only $217 / €158, but for this decent amount of money you’ll be getting a nice set of specs. As noted by GizChina, the 7-inch slate offers 1920 x 1080 FHD display and draws power from an octa-core MT6592 processor combined with 2GB of RAM and backed up by 16GB of internal storage. Other functionalities include dual SIM, which allows the tablet to connect via Wi-Fi, GSM or 3G networks, two cameras (8MP on the back and 2MP in front), HDMI out, GPS and G-Sensor.

The device seems to be very sleek judging by the promotional photos, and it actually looks like a very good deal. VX3 also has Android 4.4 KitKat and offers a decent 3000 mAh battery which should sustain your activities long enough. The good news is that you don’t have to be living in China to be getting your hands on this new baby, as the tablet can be ordered internationally online via Orientdeal.

Chuwi VX3 tablet launches with octa-core processor
Image credits to OrientDeal

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