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Follow ZDNET:\u00a0Add us as a preferred source<\/a>\u00a0on Google.<\/p>\n ZDNET’s key takeawaysMotorola has revealed two new budget smartphones.The Moto G and Moto G Play boast improved cameras and battery life.Both 2026 models will be available in time for the holiday shopping season.<\/p>\n Motorola is ending the year strong, unveiling two new budget-friendly smartphones for people who want big screens, better cameras, and an all-day battery life. Meet the 2026 Moto G and Moto G Play. Earlier this year, I reviewed the 2025 Moto G<\/a> and was impressed by the value it packed into a $200 device. It seems to me that this experience will carry over to the upcoming devices.<\/p>\n Also: The best Motorola phones of 2025<\/a><\/p>\n At a glance, the 2026 Moto G looks identical to the 2025 model. It features a 6.7-inch, 120Hz touchscreen, protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3, 5G connectivity, and RAM Boost for enhanced performance. You’ll also find a 50MP wide-angle camera returning for the new generation. It appears that all the major changes for the 2026 model are internal.<\/p>\n That 50MP lens will be supported by Motorola’s “Quad Pixel Technology,” which the company states allows the 2026 Moto G to deliver “sharper, more vibrant results, even in tricky lighting situations.” It’ll even have a new “dedicated Macro Vision camera” for upclose shots. On the front will be a 32MP selfie lens, a solid upgrade from the 16GB camera used on the previous generation.<\/p>\n The other major change is the bigger 5,200 mAh battery. Motorola states that the 2026 Moto G is capable of lasting up to two days straight. However, based on my experience with last year’s Moto G, I believe there’s a good chance it can run for even longer with light use.\u00a0<\/p>\n Other notable features for the upcoming Moto G refresh include an IP52 resistance rating and support for 30W TurboPower charging. The smartphone will be available for purchase on Motorola’s website starting December 11 for $200. It’ll arrive in two colors: Pantone Slipstream (grey) and Pantone Cattleya Orchid (purple).<\/p>\n Time to play<\/p>\n If you’re looking for something more affordable, the Moto G Play will be up your alley. It shares many of the same features as its counterpart, sporting a 6.7-inch display, a 5,200 mAh battery, and a 50MP rear lens, but pares back a few things. For example, the Moto G Play doesn’t have a 32MP selfie lens, opting instead for an 8MP option. The device supports TurboPower as well, but instead of 30W, this phone only supports a charging speed of 18W.<\/p>\n Motorola<\/p>\n