Hernán Marble
09/09/2021 2:36 PM
Clarín.com
Technology
Updated 09/09/2021 2:36 PM
The second manufacturer that sells the most cell phones in Argentina, Motorola, announced this Thursday in the country its latest flagship Edge 20 Pro and the economic version Edge 20 Lite, two devices that are added to the new family launched at the end of 2020.
Both cell phones come to Argentina to compete in the segment of
mid-range and premium devices
with a 108 megapixel camera, latest-generation processors from Qualcomm and Mediatek.
But one of the most interesting novelties is the "
Ready For"
platform
,
which brings the entire experience of the phone to the screens and computers, without the need to use cables.
Here, the highlights of the new models, the functions they bring and the official prices.
motorola edge 20 pro
Motorola's most ambitious cell phone in terms of performance so far this year offers a triple camera system, with the stellar debut of the 108 megapixel sensor, one of the most powerful to date with a 1 / 1.5 optical format, which it competes with the
Galaxy S21 Ultra
or the
Xioami Redmi 10 Pro
in the Argentine market.
This camera
features Ultra Pixel technology
, which combines nine pixels into one ultra large pixel with 12 MP resolution, improving light sensitivity by nine times to optimize performance in low-light environments.
In addition, it has a hybrid camera that integrates macro and ultra wide-angle cameras in the same lens.
The third camera on the motorola edge 20 pro is
Motorola's first periscope-type telescopic lens
, a rarely seen feature in this class, that “bends” light 90 degrees for superior clarity.
Moto edge 20 Pro is powered by the next-generation Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 chip.
Motorola edge 20 pro cameras also
feature 50x Super Zoom functions
, which capture details from incredible distances using hybrid zoom;
and
super slow motion
, which slows video to 960 HD frames per second, 4 times less than previous-generation phones.
Another highlight of the brand's new flagship is
the screen's 144Hz refresh rate, the highest available in
conventional
smartphones
to give the experience of using a cell phone more fluid.
When it comes to dynamic, high-motion content such as video games, the 144Hz refresh rate
it dramatically improves the experience as it is
140% faster than the industry standard of 60Hz
, and it is 60% faster than the first generation Motorola Edge.
The motorola edge 20 pro has the latest generation
Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor
, which offers 5G and Wi-Fi 6.1 speed, the fastest in wireless connections.
Inside it has 12 GB of RAM and 256 GB of built-in storage for photos, movies, games and music.
In addition, thanks to TurboPower 30 technology, it
provides up to 9 hours of power with just 10 minutes of charging
.
motorola edge 20 lite
The edge 20 Pro's little brother combines its compatibility with ultra-fast 5G mobile phone networks with an advanced camera system, at a cheaper price in the competitive upper-mid-range segment.
Like the top-of-the-range version, motorola edge 20 lite allows you to
take clear photos with the main 108MP sensor
, use the hybrid sensor that
integrates wide angle and macro camera
.
In addition, it has a depth sensor to take portrait photos.
Motorola Edge 20 Lite has a triple camera system, also 108 megapixels.
The device is powered by a
low-power
MediaTek Dimensity 720 processor
that powers games, photos and with little power.
With 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage, you can switch between apps seamlessly and keep everything running in the background.
The 5,000 mAh battery is one of the largest of any 5G smartphone and offers up to two days of power on a single charge, according to Motorola.
In addition, with the TurboPower 30 charger you can gain
hours of autonomy in just 10 minutes of charging
, to recharge quickly and get back to what matters.
The two members of the new Motorola edge 20 family will receive at least
two major updates to
the Android operating system and two years of bi-monthly security updates, as confirmed by the manufacturer.
This means that both the motorola edge 20 lite and the edge 20 Pro will have no less than two years of validity.
The evolution of Ready For now in wireless version
Previously, it was possible to bring all the applications and functions of the phone just by connecting a USB-C cable with HDMI output to external monitors, as in the moto g100.
But with new devices,
you can
now
activate Ready For wirelessly and experience Ready For PC
, which gives users access to phone applications and PC files on the same screen.
The new features also include a remote control, which will be included in the box, with buttons similar to conventional controls for easy access to some key functions, such as the Experience Hub, or for quick access to settings from the wireless function.
On the other hand, the
Ready For PC
version
allows you to avoid the process in several steps, easily sharing the content on the PC
without the need for cables
.
Even phone notifications are accessible on one screen, without the need to switch between devices or open extra tabs in Windows 10.
To access this function, it is necessary that the phone and the PC share the same Wi-Fi network, as happens when connecting the WhatsApp Web version.
Then, you just have to download the
Ready For Assistant application
on your Windows computer, through the official Motorola website.
Ready For PC, the function that allows you to work within the Windows 10 environment with your phone's apps and webcam.
Opening the Ready For wizard will bring up a
QR code
, which is scanned from the smartphone, and then Ready For Mobile Desktop will appear on the Windows screen.
Another possibility that this function offers is the possibility of
converting the motorola edge 20 Pro into a Full HD7 webcam
, with a much better quality than most webcams and it is compatible with all webcam applications.
Ready For PC can be enjoyed on both members of the motorola edge family, and Ready For Wireless and Ready For Traditional, with the cable that is included in the box, works exclusively on the motorola edge 20 Pro.
Price and availability
The motorola edge 20 pro and motorola edge 20 Lite will be available in Argentina from the next few days, through the main operators and retailers in the country, and in the brand's own channels.
The motorola edge 20 pro will be available in midnight blue and optic white, and the motorola edge 20 lite in gray and green. Without a confirmed official price, it is estimated that the top-of-the-range version will exceed the 100,000 peso barrier, while the other economic option would be below 80,000 pesos.
