STACK #250 August 2025

TECH FEATURE

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Motorola and OPPO’s new entry-level and mid-range phones look the goods and deliver the features you need at prices that won’t empty your wallet. Words Bec Summer The latest smartphones to suit all budgets

Motorola moto g86 5G 128GB The moto g86 is seriously good value for those wanting flagship features without the premium price tag. The speedy MediaTek Dimensity 7300 chip and 8GB RAM – that can be virtually boosted up to 24GB – means improved multitasking and overall performance, more open background apps, and reduced lag during demanding tasks. Storage sits at 128GB, and the impressive 6720mAh battery delivers up to 53 hours of general usage, meaning you can skip charging for days. And when it’s time to top-up, 30W TurboPower charging has you covered. With up to 4500 nits of peak brightness and HDR10+ support for stunning detail and contrast, the 6.7-inch AMOLED display really pops, and adaptive

Motorola moto g56 5G 256GB

Motorola can always be relied upon to deliver feature-packed smartphones at affordable prices, and the moto g56 is a seriously good mid-range model that’s designed for speed, performance, and durability. Dimensity 7060 processor and RAM Boost enhancement, plus speedy 5G reception. And a generous 256GB of built-in storage can be expanded up to 1TB with a microSD card (sold separately). How does it look? The 6.7” Full HD+ display is a treat for streaming, scrolling, and You’ll get smooth multitasking and fast performance from the MediaTek

refresh rates up to 120Hz means smooth gaming. The display is well protected against scratches and drops by tough

Corning Gorilla Glass 7i, while

IP68/IP69 and MIL STD 810H ratings increase overall durability.

gaming, with a 120Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 7i for added toughness. And with Dolby Atmos stereo speakers, Hi-Res Audio support, plus a 3.5mm headphone jack, you’re sorted for sound. The 50MP Sony LYTIA main rear camera captures vivid shots in all lighting conditions, supported by an ultra-wide 8MP lens and an impressive 32MP front camera with smart features like Auto Night Vision and Gesture Selfie.

The camera system comprises a rear 50MP main camera with Sony’s LYTIA 600 sensor and optical image stabilisation, backed by an 8MP ultra wide macro lens. On the front, a sizeable 32MP selfie camera can shoot crisp 4K video, while AI enhancements like Auto Smile Capture and Night Vision take the guesswork out of capturing the perfect shot.

The moto g56 can easy handle outdoor activities, with IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance, military-grade durability, and an all-day 5200mAh battery with 30W TurboPower fast charging for hours of power in mere minutes.

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