The Moto G5 Plus launched in India in March 2017 and quickly won over users with its blend of style and performance. Praised by The Verge as a 'new champion of value,' this mid-range smartphone delivers standout features that enhance everyday use.
Running stock Android 7.0 Nougat, the Moto G5 Plus packs practical tools we've tested extensively in real-world scenarios. Here's our curated list of the top 10 features to elevate your experience.
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1. Schedule Do Not Disturb mode
2. Lift to stop ringing
3. Enable Adaptive Storage
4. One button to do everything
5. Customize notifications
6. One-handed mode
7. Launch the camera faster
8. Turn on the flashlight in a flash
9. Adjust System UI Tuner
10. Enhanced SIM Tray
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Nothing disrupts sleep like late-night notifications. On the Moto G5 Plus, set custom downtime with presets for weekends, weeknights, or events. Fine-tune further by creating your own rules and prioritizing alarms to override silence.
In a quiet meeting, a ringing phone is mortifying. We've all been there. Activate 'Pick up the phone to silence' in settings, and simply lifting the device mutes the ringer instantly—no fumbling required.
Low internal storage warnings are a nightmare. Combat them by adopting the phone's storage manager—it seamlessly uses your SD card (Class 10 recommended to avoid slowdowns). Learn how to expand Android storage.
The Moto G5 Plus shines with one-button nav: reclaim screen space while handling locks, Google Assistant, back navigation, and recent apps via intuitive gestures. Enable in Moto app > Actions, and ditch on-screen buttons.
Peek at alerts, time, and battery without unlocking via Moto Display. Block unwanted notifications, adjust detail levels, and hide sensitive info for privacy—perfect for on-the-go checks.
Its 5.2-inch display is ergonomic, but Shrink Screen (aka one-handed mode) shrinks it further. Swipe up/down/left/right after enabling in Moto app (disable one-button nav first) for thumb-friendly access.
Quick shots demand speed. Twist gesture launches the camera instantly. Plus, lock focus on moving subjects by long-pressing until the padlock icon appears—ideal for action captures.
Double-chop motion (wrist flick twice) activates the LED torch; repeat to turn off. A simple, reliable trick from our daily testing.
Unlike some rivals, it retains System UI Tuner for status bar tweaks, Do Not Disturb, and quick toggles. Long-press Settings gear in quick settings to enable if hidden. Swipe up from Recents for split-screen.
Supports dual SIMs and microSD simultaneously—no hybrid compromises like many competitors. True multitasker value.
The Moto G5 Plus combines these smart features with a solid camera and durable build, making it a value standout. How many were new to you?
