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Moto X Camera: Is Better Good Enough?

Late last week, AT&T Moto X owners were treated to a software update largely focused on improving camera performance. And, having had a unit in the house the last couple weeks, I can tell you its 10 megapixel camera is now more consistent, shot-to-shot, and white balance is more accurate. However, at the end of the day, while the visuals are serviceable they’re also unremarkable — with my year old iPhone 5 and Galaxy Note 2 taking at least equivalent photos at a much quicker clip. For folks with dedicated point-and-shoots or dSLRs, I can’t imagine this is a big deal. Yet, I’ve been camera-less for several years now and photography, both the mundane and the notable, is a primary smartphone function. There is so much to love about the Moto X, starting with perhaps the perfect form factor, but I just can’t justify a purchase out of contract… and suspect I’ll end up with an iPhone 5s prior to CES (despite any pastel craziness).

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Dave Zatz