[RC-FAQ] >> Frequently Asked Questions for Motorola Moto G [Updated : 2015/09/23]

[Korikisulda]

Also worth noting that on some GNU/Linux systems, fastboot can be installed through the repositories provided (android-tools-fastboot on Ubuntu).

 

[senk1gsc]

It is more a general question. Can we play music from usb otg on the moto g?

Thanks for every answer.

It plays video, so it should play music

 

[drfr]

Also worth noting that on some GNU/Linux systems, fastboot can be installed through the repositories provided (android-tools-fastboot on Ubuntu).

Yep. Fastboot from AUR is another example. But then again, linux people will know.

 

[matmutant]

Yep. Fastboot from AUR is another example. But then again, linux people will know.

Not every linux guy is a geek we were all noobs on linux (and i still... i am, i think :silly: ) [ok, google answers anything anybody could need, again]

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FAQ Q8 has been updated

 

[Korikisulda]

Not every linux guy is a geek we were all noobs on linux (and i still... i am, i think :silly: ) [ok, google answers anything anybody could need, again]

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FAQ Q8 has been updated

I've been running GNU/Linux on most of my computers for around a year now. I'm still a noob, and I seem to have a talent for breaking it in obscure ways...

Google is indeed almighty, but still, I think it's good to compile as much information as possible here

 

[Silencer96]

Am I the only one whose Motorola G has a loose power button? It's not that big of a deal, but it makes a hollow noise if I shake the phone slightly. The volume buttons are fine though.

Am I just being paranoid?

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[Korikisulda]

Am I the only one whose Motorola G has a loose power button? It's not that big of a deal, but it makes a hollow noise if I shake the phone slightly. The volume buttons are fine though.

Am I just being paranoid?

No, you're not at all, the power button is loose in that way. On my Motorola G, however, so are the volume buttons.

 

[Silencer96]

I just noticed that the volume buttons are loose too. Well, at least I'm not the only one. Thanks for the quick reply!

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[lost101]

Any chance of a FAQ entry regarding Charging, considering the Moto G only comes with a USB lead. There are already a few posts regarding this.

I noticed on my Windows XP system I had to install the drivers (Motorola Device Manager) before the phone would charge. I also found that the official lead works with PC or wall-charger, but another lead I have only works with a wall-charger.

On an Ubuntu laptop, I didn't need to install anything for charging to work.

 

[matmutant]

Any chance of a FAQ entry regarding Charging, considering the Moto G only comes with a USB lead. There are already a few posts regarding this.

I noticed on my Windows XP system I had to install the drivers (Motorola Device Manager) before the phone would charge. I also found that the official lead works with PC or wall-charger, but another lead I have only works with a wall-charger.

On an Ubuntu laptop, I didn't need to install anything for charging to work.

ok, i don't have much time to work on making an entry, but

On linux, android device don't any "driver" to do anything
The wall charger needs to be 5V +/- 5% and at least capable to provide 450mA [USB2.0] (in France Motorola provides a 550mA wall charger but no USB lead...) a higher current (not voltage) may charge the device faster (eg: 950mA)

Any standard USB 2.0 cable should work (if it does have D+ and D- wires in it in addition to Vbus and Ground)

if you could compile the questions and answers related to charging i would be happy to add them to FAQ

 

[drfr]

OK, moto just arrived, as I promised, first thing to do is to pull the build.prop. Here it goes. It's a german retail version.

 

[matmutant]

As expected, retail DE and FR are nearly the same
Thanks for sharing !

 

[drfr]

Unfortunately, I am short of time at the moment, so I will put off the unlocking and rooting till tomorrow. What I can say now at least is that my German retail v. came with a USB cable AND a 1000mA wall charger. After pluging in, Android boots right away (this has been said on the forum, only confirming) and there´s no problem with charging either on the wall charger or on the desktop (linux here).
Oh, and I´ve got a standard SIM and we need a micro one. I know there´s a way to make a custom "haircut" - there´s plenty of how-tos on the web but I´m a little bit afraid of screwing it up. Has anybody any experience with that?
(I know I can ask my carrier for replacement but I suspect them to charge me a fair amount of money for that and then leave me waiting for a couple of days)

 

[Korikisulda]

I know there´s a way to make a custom "haircut" - there´s plenty of how-tos on the web but I´m a little bit afraid of screwing it up. Has anybody any experience with that?
(I know I can ask my carrier for replacement but I suspect them to charge me a fair amount of money for that and then leave me waiting for a couple of days)

I believe you can get tools designed for cutting sims, which should make it easier. I don't think all sims can be cut in this way, however.

 

[senk1gsc]

Unfortunately, I am short of time at the moment, so I will put off the unlocking and rooting till tomorrow. What I can say now at least is that my German retail v. came with a USB cable AND a 1000mA wall charger. After pluging in, Android boots right away (this has been said on the forum, only confirming) and there´s no problem with charging either on the wall charger or on the desktop (linux here).
Oh, and I´ve got a standard SIM and we need a micro one. I know there´s a way to make a custom "haircut" - there´s plenty of how-tos on the web but I´m a little bit afraid of screwing it up. Has anybody any experience with that?
(I know I can ask my carrier for replacement but I suspect them to charge me a fair amount of money for that and then leave me waiting for a couple of days)

In my experience the micro sim card is ready right away at the store, you just have to wait up to 24h to get it activated by the operator, when i was getting mine it was activated in 20 min with no charge (i'm from croatia but i think this is the standard prosidure in the EU) best to go to your local operator store and ask :good:

 

[N00BY0815]

Unfortunately, I am short of time at the moment, so I will put off the unlocking and rooting till tomorrow. What I can say now at least is that my German retail v. came with a USB cable AND a 1000mA wall charger. After pluging in, Android boots right away (this has been said on the forum, only confirming) and there´s no problem with charging either on the wall charger or on the desktop (linux here).
Oh, and I´ve got a standard SIM and we need a micro one. I know there´s a way to make a custom "haircut" - there´s plenty of how-tos on the web but I´m a little bit afraid of screwing it up. Has anybody any experience with that?
(I know I can ask my carrier for replacement but I suspect them to charge me a fair amount of money for that and then leave me waiting for a couple of days)

Whats your provider? My sister got a s4 mini and also needed a new i think microSIM. I simply went into a tmobile store and all they asked for was the PIN and an autograph given it is a contract SIM abd not a prepaid one...

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[lost101]

Q: Missing Menu Button on Navigation Bar?

Some options are inaccessible on the Moto G running Android 4.3.

For example:

Settings > Wifi > Advanced:

Settings > Wireless & networks Mobile network settings > Access Point Names:

Some of the 'hidden' system options can be accessed without rooting via a shortcut utility such as QuickShortcutMaker or Power Toggles. In the case of the Wifi Advanced options, the activity is called "IP Settings."

Alternatively, root and install GMD Auto Hide Soft Keys to get the menu button to appear on the Navigation Bar.

 

[shaftenberg]

Q: Missing Menu Button on Navigation Bar?

Some options are inaccessible on the Moto G running Android 4.3.
For example:
Settings > Wifi > Advanced:

Thats completely BS... See attachment, you can click the right lower button to access advanced Wifi.
To access APN names, click on them, then the menu button is top right.

 

[lost101]

Well, it's the reality for me and I assume anyone else running System version: 14.71.8.falcon_umts.Retail.en.GB

 

[shaftenberg]

Well, it's the reality for me and I assume anyone else running System version: 14.71.8.falcon_umts.Retail.en.GB

Are you using some sort of alternative framework as there is no carrier in status bar and the battery is modded?
The language files don't have any influence of the layout files of your settings.apk so I think this depends on your mod.

otherwise I have to apologize for my rudeness, sorry