Motorola has officially unveiled a pair of new Moto G smartphones for 2026. Namely, the basic Moto G (2026) and the more affordable Moto G Play (2026). Both phones will be powered by MediaTek chips and will be particularly attractive due to their low price, starting at under $200.
Basic model M it retains its price tag this time too 199 dollars, while the hardware is based on last year's generation. It offers a 6,7-inch LCD display with a refresh rate of 120 Hz, 4 GB RAM and processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300. The main camera has a resolution 50 MpxIt is complemented by a 2Mpx macro sensor and improved 32MP selfie camera, which represents one of the few real shifts Motorolas compared to 2025.
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Another new feature is the larger 5,200 mAh battery and pre-installed Android 16Otherwise, however, it is miniA minor year-on-year upgrade that brings more cosmetic changes. The phone will be sold in colors Slipstream and Cattleya Orchid, and sales start December 11, 2025 on the Motorola website and subsequently at retailers such as Best Buy or Amazon.
Cheaper Moto GPlay (2026) will arrive November 13 with a price 169 dollarsIt offers the same display, chip, and battery, but with a few compromises. Charging decreases from 30 W to 18 W and the camera only has 32Mpx main sensor without additional lensThe front camera is only 8 Mpx. However, the design remains practically identical to the main model. Interestingly, the rear "second camera" is actually just a light sensor. Moto GPlay will only be available in teal shade "Tapestry".
Although the new series does not bring revolutionary innovations, Motorola remains true to the philosophy of affordable phones with balanced performance that, even in 2026, can attract users looking for reliability without an exorbitant price.
