This $200 Android phone is a refreshing reminder you don't need to pay for the flagships

• Motorola's 2026 Moto G is available for $200.
• It has a better camera, and keeps standout features like loud Dolby Atmos speakers and a long-lasting battery.
• It also keeps the same hardware as before, so the phone still struggles with heavier workloads.

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"If it ain't broke, don't fix it" -- that simple phrase seems to have been Motorola's mantra with the 2026 Moto G, a midrange smartphone that closely mirrors last year's model. On one hand, that's a good thing. I liked the 2025 Moto G a lot -- it's a great device with a long-lasting battery and features that made it a "pocket-sized theater". 

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The downside to adhering so closely to the original formula ...