Motorola builds its Edge Neo series smartphones to offer the best deals in the budget-friendly to mid-range price segments. Several models like the 30 Neo and 40 Neo gained popularity. Motorola launched the Edge 50 Neo on August 29, 2024. The phone is currently available in Bangladesh. Let’s look at the features, pros, cons, and price of Motorola Edge Neo 50. Key Specs and Features of Motorola Edge 50 Neo . Design The Motorola Edge 50 Neo’s dimension measures 154.1 mm by 71.2 mm by 8.1 mm, which is more compact than that of its other Edge 50 siblings. However, the design, look, and feel of the phone don’t deviate from the series norm. The immediate competitor, the OnePlus Nord CE4, has a bigger and heavier body but falls short of the look and feel. Instead of using a full flat edgy plastic body, as used in the Nord CE4, the Edge 50 Neo’s back uses a good griper vegan leather. The leather smoothly curves around the edge and blends into the plastic side frame. It ensures a firmer and more comfortable grip. Read more: Infinix Hot 50 Pro Review: A Budget-Friendly Powerhouse The phone is lighter than the other phones of the Edge 50 series and weighs 171 g. When held into the hands, it feels unexpectedly leaner, even with a thicker camera mount rooming three lenses and a flashlight on the back. The Edge 50 Neo introduces three color variations– Pantone Nautical Blue, Poinciana, Latte, and Grisaille. The overall build of the phone is sturdy, and certified with IP68 and military-grade durability standards. Though sturdiness is great, ruggedness or use in extreme conditions is not guaranteed by the manufacturing company. Display A 6.4-inch P-OLED display may seem like a shortage in front of the similarly priced competitor OnePlus Nord CE 4’s 6.7-inch fluid AMOLED panel. However, the Edge 50 Neo overcomes this point by featuring a 3000 nits peak brightness level, much higher than the Nord CE 4’s 1100 nits. 50 Neo’s display is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3. Furthermore, implementing an LTPO panel 50 Neo offers a fair deal. Read more: vivo V40 Lite Review: A Stylish Performer or Just Another Mid-Range Option? The 120 Hz refresh rate streamlines the overall touch response by saving energy while scrolling or tapping on the 1256 by 2760 pixels display. The visuals seem crispier for the combined contribution of an HDR10+ system, 1B color projection capacity, and around 474 ppi density. Performance and Software Motorola Edge 50 Neo’s functionalities are run by a 4 nm Mediatek Dimensity 7300 octa-core processor. In terms of the model and capacity, the processor is worth the price, as the Nord CE 4 also uses a 4 nm processor of similar performance. The RAM capacity of 50 Neo ranges from 8 to 12 GB. Starting from 256GB, the internal storage capacity of this phone reaches up to 512 GB supported by UFS mechanism. Unlike the Nord CE, it has no option for enhancing memory with an external memory card. Read more: Tecno Camon 30S Review: Budget-friendly Smartphone with Reliable Features However, the overall capacity of the Edge 50 Neo falls short due to its weaker GPU, Mali-G615 MC2. Consequently, the Nord CE 4 tops the Edge 50 Neo in almost every performance test. High-end games like Pubg and Call of Duty can be played in 50 Neo without lag; the phone still loses to the broader screen size and better graphics of the Nord CE 4 while playing video games. 50 Neo uses the latest Android 14 with Motorola’s Hello UI skin. Close to the stack skin, but more polished, Hello UI is easier to navigate through. However, unlike ancestor phones, Motorola provides 5 OS upgrades and 7 years of security maintenance for the Edge 50 Neo. Read more: Xiaomi Redmi Pad Pro Review: Features, Performance, and Value – Is It Worth the Buy? Cameras The Motorola Edge 50 Neo features a versatile triple-camera setup. The 50 MP (f/1.8) main camera captures detailed shots, while the 13 MP (f/2.2) ultrawide lens offers a wide field of view with minimal distortion, perfect for group shots or scenery. The 10 MP (f/2.0) telephoto lens provides clear 3x zoom without losing detail. In low light situations, its camera holds up well, with noise reduction and improved quality through night mode. The 32 MP (f/2.4) front camera delivers sharp, vibrant selfies in good lighting. Overall, the Edge 50 Neo offers great performance for everyday photography and portrait shots. Both front and rear sensors can capture maximum of 4k footage at 30fps. Read more: Top 9 Smartphones Releasing in November 2024: Must-have Models and Features In camera section 50 Neo surmounts Nord CE4, as the latter comes with a less powerful ultra-wide and front shooter. And CE4 does not offer a telephoto lens and captures 1080p videos on the front shooter. Battery and Charging 50 Neo’s 4,310 mAh battery is despairing, and once more falls below the market standard. But it’s highly indicative of the phone’s gaming-unfriendly vision. The compact battery, however, contributes to the leaner and lighter design. A TurboPower 68W charger is given for instant battery charging. It complements the power storage capacity. Furthermore, the 15W wireless charging is a bonus for the users. Though the Nord CE4 comes with a stronger battery (5500 mAh) and faster charging (100W) support, it lacks a wireless charging option. Read more: Royal Enfield Motorcycles Now in Bangladesh: Breakdown of Models and Features Pros and Cons of the Motorola Edge 50 Neo Pros - 68W wired & 15W wireless charging- NFC & 5G support- 120Hz FHD+ LTPO P-OLED display- 3000 nits brightness- Corning Gorilla Glass 3- MIL-STD-810H compliant- IP68 dust & water-resistant- Android 14 support- Under-display fingerprint scanner- 4K video recording with gyro-EIS- Ultrawide & optical zoom cameras. Read more: Xiaomi Redmi 14C Review: Budget-friendly Phone with Impressive Features Cons - No reverse charging- No secondary card slot- No headphone jack- Low battery life- No custom UI support. Price of Motorola Edge 50 Neo in Bangladesh Motorola is unofficially available in Bangladesh. The 8/256GB version of the phone is priced at BDT 34,000. However, the official price of Motorola Enge 50 Neo in Bangladesh may vary due to tax and other issues. Read more: Vivo V40 Review: A Feature-Packed Premium Smartphone Conclusion Motorola Edge 50 Neo stands out in the mid-range segment with its 68W wired charging, P-OLED display, and IP68 water resistance. Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 7300 chipset, it offers solid performance but falls short in gaming due to its weaker GPU. The 50 MP main camera and 32 MP front camera deliver impressive photos, while the 4,310 mAh battery may feel limiting. Overall, the Edge 50 Neo is a great choice for users seeking a premium feel and reliable performance without stretching their budget. But gamers should opt for other alternatives like the OnePlus Nord CE 4. Read more: ZTE Blade A35 Review: Top Budget Smartphone for Everyday Use

With renowned global smartphone manufacturers set to unveil stunning new models packed with innovative features, August 2024 promises to be an exciting month for tech enthusiasts. Here’s a look at the top eight smartphones generating the most buzz this August. A Rundown of the Most Anticipated Smartphone Releases from Leading Brands ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading The ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading is expected to hit the market on August 12, 2024. The phone will feature a 6.8-inch AMOLED display with 1116 by 2480 pixel resolution. Users will get a smooth touch response with 120Hz refresh rate, and HDR10 support. It runs on Android 14 with MyOS 14.5, powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 4nm chipset with up to 24GB RAM and 1TB storage supporting UFS 4.0 mechanism. Read more: vivo iQOO Z9x 5G Review: Budget Meets Substance The phone includes a triple rear camera setup including two 50MP sensors and a 64MP sensor supporting 8K videography along with a 12MP under-display front camera. It supports 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and USB Type-C 3.1. The device has a 6000mAh battery with 80W wired charging. Among other features, the IP68 water resistance, stereo speakers, and various advanced positioning systems are notable. Nothing Phone 2a Plus The Nothing Phone (2a) Plus is set to launch on July 31, 2024. So, it can be counted as an August release. Users will find the phone available in the new grey and black colours. The device may feature a larger display and additional features compared to its predecessor. The main chipset of the phone will be powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro SoC processor. The primary lens will be a 50MP shooter accompanying an assisting lens around. For the display, the phone will use a 6.7-inch AMOLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1300 nits brightness level. For the power supply, a 5000mAh battery will be added along with a 45W charger. Read more: Honor 200 Pro Review: A Flagship Camera Experience Honor X60i The Honor X60i is rumoured to launch soon. It features a 6.7-inch IPS LCD with a 1080 by 2412 pixel resolution and 90Hz refresh rate. It runs on regular Android 14 with MagicOS 8 and is powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 6080 6nm chipset, which is an octa-core CPU using Mali-G57 MC2 GPU for managing graphics. It offers 256GB or 512GB of internal storage with 8GB or 12GB RAM options, but no card slot. The dual rear camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor, while the front camera is an 8MP shooter. It has a 5000mAh battery with 35W wired and reverse wired charging. Among other features, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.2, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor are noteworthy. OnePlus Nord 4 The OnePlus Nord 4 is expected to release on August 8, 2024. Users will get a 6.74-inch Fluid AMOLED display with a resolution of 1240 by 2772 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Running on Android 14 with OxygenOS 14.1, the phone ensures a stock user interface and navigation system, customizable through default and third-party features. A Snapdragon 7+ Gen 3 chipset, assisted by 16GB RAM, will run all the operations in the phone. Users will be able to use 512GB storage, which ensures enough memory for essential apps. Read more: Xinji Nothing 3 Review: Amoled Smartwatch for 5000 Taka The dual rear camera setup includes a 50MP main sensor and an 8MP ultrawide sensor allowing 4K videography at maximum, while the front camera is 16MP. It has a 5500mAh battery with 100W wired charging, dual SIM support, IP65 water and dust resistance, stereo speakers, NFC, and various positioning systems. Motorola Edge 50 Neo The Motorola Edge 50 Neo is another phone rumoured to hit the market soon. The phone features a 6.55-inch P-OLED display with a resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels, 144Hz refresh rate, and HDR10+ support. It runs on Android 14 and is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 4nm chipset with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB storage. The phone has a triple rear camera setup with a 50MP main sensor, a 10MP telephoto lens, and a 13MP ultrawide lens, along with a 32 MP front camera, both rear and front camera series capable of shooting 4K videos. Read more: Smart Plugs Buyers’ Guide, Price Ranges in Bangladesh in 2024 It includes a 4310mAh battery with 68W wired charging, stereo speakers, and an under-display fingerprint sensor. The device is IP68-rated for dust and water resistance and supports dual SIM and eSIM options. realme Narzo N61 Among all the soon-to-be-released budget-friendly phones, the realme Narzo N61 gets more attention for the satisfactory performance of its ancestors. The phone will feature a 6.74-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 by 1600 pixels, a 90Hz refresh rate, and up to 560 nits brightness. It will run on Android 14 with realme UI 5.0 and is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 12nm chipset, with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of internal storage, expandable via microSDXC. The phone will have a single 32 MP rear camera with PDAF and a 5MP front camera. It will include a 5000mAh battery with 10W charging, dual SIM support, and will be IP54 dust and splash-resistant. Read more: 7 Best Smartphones in Tk 35000-45000 Range in July 2024 Oppo A3X The Oppo A3x, a highly anticipated upcoming phone, will feature a 6.67-inch IPS LCD with a resolution of 720 by 1604 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. Running on Android 14 with ColorOS 14, it will come with the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 6nm chipset. Users will have options to choose between a 128GB or 256GB internal storage. For RAM, users will get to pick among 4GB, 6GB, or 8GB variations. The phone will have a dual rear camera setup with a 13MP main sensor and a 2MP depth sensor. The front camera will be an 8MP lens. A 5100mAh battery with 45W fast charging capacity will add to the overall versatility of the phone. Other important sensors and regular features will also be included. Oppo Reno12 F 4G The Oppo Reno12 F 4G, expected to be released at the end of July 2024, will feature a 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1080 by 2400 pixels and a 120Hz refresh rate. It will run on Android 14 with ColorOS 14 and be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 6nm chipset. The phone will offer 256GB or 512GB of storage, expandable via microSDXC, and come with 8GB of RAM. The rear camera setup will include a 50MP main sensor, an 8MP ultrawide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. The front camera will be 32MP. It will have a 5000mAh battery with 45W fast charging, dual SIM support, IP64 dust and water resistance, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Connectivity options will include Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. Read more: Motorola Razr 50 Ultra Flip Phone Review: A Trip to Nostalgia Conclusion August 2024 promises a full array of smartphone launches from renowned brands, featuring cutting-edge technologies and diverse functionalities. Highlights include the ZTE Nubia Z60 Ultra Leading with its impressive AMOLED display and Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset, and the Nothing Phone 2a Plus with its MediaTek Dimensity 7350 Pro SoC. The Honor X60i and OnePlus Nord 4 offer strong mid-range options, while the Motorola Edge 50 Neo and Realme Narzo N61 cater to those seeking performance and affordability. Oppo A3X and Oppo Reno12 F 4G will provide competitive features, ensuring a dynamic month for smartphone enthusiasts. However, many specs and features of the aforementioned devices are collected from leaked and rumoured sources. The actual specifications can be known after the official global release of these phones. Read more: OPPO Reno 12 5G Review: Upholding the Legacy?