Motorola G54 5G 8GB RAM/128GB Storage $206.10 Delivered / C&C @ BIG W

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The G54 is the cheapest phone with eSIM, 5G, 8GB RAM and powerful performance for the price. It's much better than the 4G Redmi 12 which people unfortunately thought was a good deal.

Specs:

  • MediaTek Dimensity 7020
  • 6.5" FHD+ 120Hz IPS screen
  • 50 MP main (OIS) + 2 MP macro + 16 MP selfie
  • 5000mAh battery with 15W charging
  • Ships with Android 13, released October 2023, updated to Android 14. 3 years security
  • microSD card up to 1TB
  • Stereo speakers and 3.5mm headphone jack
  • NFC
  • Dual SIM: nano + eSIM
  • 20W charger included

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    • when2buy on 17/10/2024 - 18:54
      +1

      cant find cheap g84 before 3g goes rip

    • beach bum on 17/10/2024 - 21:09

      The G84 has got to be the best value smartphone around ,and if you can wait it will probably end up being not much more than this phones price when it goes on sale again.
      The G54 is just the cheapest.

      • sunday9987 on 18/10/2024 - 08:33
        +1

        But… but G84 doesn't have esim.

  • WatchNerd on 17/10/2024 - 19:08
    +1

    InB4 someone mentions the 3G shutdown. Damn too slow.

  • slingyz on 17/10/2024 - 19:29

    Is this good as a handheld emulator?

    • smartProverble on 17/10/2024 - 23:58

      Lol no.

      An old Samsung Galaxy S10 (5+ years old now) would be better than this for that purpose… Even old Pixels

  • Meteor Anarcom on 17/10/2024 - 19:59

    Sorry, noob question: can I use multiple e-SIMs on this phone?

    • zappy32 on 17/10/2024 - 21:17
      +4

      Yes and no. Only one eSIM can be active at a time but you can usually swap between them. However there is a limit on the total memory of the eSIM storage and eSIMs come in different sizes. If the carrier decides to use extra storage in the eSIM, some people have reported only being able to fit a single eSIM on it, but it all comes down to the carrier. I’ve had three stored on it at a time with no issues.

      • zuruhara on 18/10/2024 - 11:39

        i heard switching eSIMs back and forth can be difficult/takes time and effort, depending on telcos?

    • FLICKIT on 17/10/2024 - 21:40
      +4

      When Cashrewards had 100% cashback on the Amaysim/Optus big data sims/esims I bought a few and registered them all as esims on the G54 with no issues, it was surprisingly easy, I flicked back and forth between them all at first just to make sure they all worked, no issues, then I just toggled them all on 1 by 1 in the network settings to use them up… I used them to upload 740GB to Youtube in a short period while I was on the road, using the G54 as a hotspot for my lappy…

  • Goldenra1n on 17/10/2024 - 20:02
    -1

    I've still got my poco x3 NFC and going strong. Don't think I'll upgrade yet

  • kaleidoscope on 17/10/2024 - 20:16
    +2

    This or samsung a15/35? Or any other phone 🤷‍♂️

    • beerbudget on 17/10/2024 - 20:22

      Same here, but not this by the comments above.

    • shxhshzhz on 17/10/2024 - 20:23
      +1

      A35 for $299 is a better option if it's within your budget

    • smartProverble on 18/10/2024 - 00:00

      Save a bit more and buy a mid-range Samsung.

      Entry level phones are simply junk from the start and you will want to replace them asap, feels like a waste of money and source of frustration.

      • kaleidoscope on 18/10/2024 - 00:33

        What do you think of nothing 2a?

        • smartProverble on 18/10/2024 - 05:48

          From my research… That is a budget phone that costs at least double this phone, so doesn't feel budget…

          Performance wise the nothing is clearly better.

          If I had the cash for this nothing phone, I'd go with a second hand Samsung flagship S series (realistically the S20 series) at least for the much superior camera, but also for better performance and software features like Samsung Dex (turns phone into a desktop computer) and Samsung Health… However if I wanted a new phone with OS and security updates, I'd look towards the Nothing compared to a S20 or this Motorola

          (For the price of the nothing 2a you can look at a new Samsung Galaxy A55. Not sure how they compare)

  • ranma241 on 17/10/2024 - 20:22
    +1

    the cheapest is $149 from memory.

    • Poor Ass on 17/10/2024 - 21:29

      JB perks before

  • beach bum on 17/10/2024 - 21:19
    +1

    minus $10 perks voucher at jb was what I picked it up for ,
    Seems to be ok , battery’s good.
    If I was to buy again I’d probably wait for the G84 to be under $250 ,
    and if it gets close to this price I’d jump all over it.

  • slam6000 on 17/10/2024 - 21:19
    -6

    waste ya money . samsung or apple

    • Switchblade88 on 17/10/2024 - 21:57
      +3

      You'll waste ya money on Samsung or Apple

      FTFY

    • smartProverble on 18/10/2024 - 00:05
      -1

      Midrange to flagship Samsung.

      Entry level is entry level, will cause frustration and you'll want to switch sooner than later… Waste of money.

      But if you want no headaches, generally Samsung or Apple (and now, also Pixel).

  • TheCunningLinguist on 17/10/2024 - 22:18
    +2

    My phone's going to get bricked soon.
    Someone tell me which phone to get

    • WatchNerd on 17/10/2024 - 22:25

      How do you know for sure though, unless it doesn't have 4G?

      So much confusion around this shit storm.

      • howcan on 17/10/2024 - 22:39
        +1

        There are a lot of early 4G phones that won't work once 3G shuts down, as they either aren't VoLTE capable, or even if they are VoLTE capable the firmware still forces the phone to utilise 3G-only when calling 000. The carriers are identifying these phones, alerting customers and blocking them. I received an warning one of my 4G phones will be blocked from the network by the 22nd of Oct, as it won't be able to contact 000 once 3G is shutdown and is deemed as an "unsafe" device.

        • hotphil on 18/10/2024 - 11:08
          +1

          Optus blocked one of my (fully 000 compatible) handsets on 1 October.

          There's an excellent piece here https://medium.com/@jamesdwho/australias-3g-shutdown-telcos-…

          • djoz on 18/10/2024 - 12:58

            @hotphil: When you mention fully 000 compatible, are you able to share how did you deem it to be?
            Did it work with 4G VoLTE on Telstra as well?

            Also, if you dont mind could you share the model of your handset that got blocked?

            I am using a Xiaomi Note 5, it is 4G VoLTE compatible on Optus and Vodafone, but not on Telstra. And my worry is, this is what deems it NOT to be fully 000 compatible.

            • hotphil on 18/10/2024 - 13:41

              @djoz: It was an imported Xperia XQ-BT52 I was running Sailfish on. I didn't have a Telstra SIM to try. It doesn't show on the AMCA checker website. But bang, 1 October, all calls got a recorded announcement saying the handset was blocked. From memory I had to dig into the modem config and confirm all was good for it not dropping to 3G, and identical Australia-market handsets were OK (I'm told). Spent two hours on phone with Optus trying to get them to confirm why it was blocked. Made me remember how much I hate Optus. At one point they asked for a screenshot of the audio announcement. Raised it with my MP, yet to hear back.

              Basically, after 1 November, it'll be a real gamble if you import a handset. So the only confident way to buy a handset is through the networks. At their inflated prices. And with their bloat/spyware.

              If Optus hasn't blocked your device yet then you may be OK. But maybe be prepared to buy a new handset on 1 November. But watch out as the market will have lots of other blocked devices lol. Optus helpdesk gonna have a bad day - 3G shutdown and deliberate handset blocking.

              And roaming visitors will get a nice announcement about how they hopefully won't need to call 000 and that they've only got 60 days until blocked. An absolute crapfest.

              Edit: Literally as I typed that the office of my MP mailed back. Looks a totally copy/paste useless fob-off

              *Thank you for your email to Zaneta Mascarenhas MP, Federal Member for Swan. Zaneta has asked me to respond on his behalf.

              Australia’s mobile network operators, Telstra, Optus and TPG Telecom have each made a commercial decision to switch off their 3G networks. Telstra and Optus will commence switching off from 28 October 2024, and TPG Telecom’s network has already been switched off.

              Some mobile handsets being used by Australians, including some 4G handsets, have been configured by the manufacturer to rely on 3G to make Triple Zero calls. Some of those handsets will otherwise work normally, except for Triple Zero – and consumers may only realise this when they can least afford to.

              The mobile network operators have endeavoured to advise affected end users of the need to upgrade prior to 28 October 2024. End users can also check for themselves whether their mobile handset is affected by texting ‘3’ to 3498.

              Nevertheless, there is a risk that, absent regulatory action, some Australians will fail to upgrade in time and their handset will fail them in an emergency.

              Therefore, Minister for Communications has directed the Australian Communications and Media Authority to make changes to the law such that mobile network operators must not provide carriage services to mobile handsets that cannot call the emergency call service (Triple Zero).

              This decision protects public safety, particularly when the remaining 3G networks are switched off from 28 October 2024. It also maintains the status quo in which any mobile handset connected to a network, including a handset without a sim card, can make a Triple Zero call.

              Both Optus and Telstra have put measures in place to support customers concerned about the financial burden of purchasing a new handset, including sending out free handsets to those affected. To discuss these options further you can contact Optus on 1300 219 070 and Telstra on 13 22 00.

              I hope this information is of assistance.

              If you have any further queries, please do not hesitate to contact me.*

              • Ti-au on 18/10/2024 - 15:30
                -1

                @hotphil: if instead of spending 2 hours talking to optus and then further time trying to talk to a politician, but used those 2 hours and 5 more hours at minimum wage you would have enough to buy a compatible phone.
                Of course its even worse if you earn an average wage.

                • hotphil on 18/10/2024 - 15:32

                  @Ti-au: I hear you. I was multitasking keeping mission-critical public service IT infrastructure running at same time. And researching alternative handsets on which privacy-focussed OSes would run.

                  • Ti-au on 18/10/2024 - 15:35
                    -1

                    @hotphil: ahhhh public sector…. well you may as well waste your time… ;-)

    • Sun One on 17/10/2024 - 22:30
      +2

      G54

      • beach bum on 17/10/2024 - 22:41

        G84 when it goes on sale.

        • Sun One on 18/10/2024 - 07:25

          Agree, but if you need esim, G84 doesn't support esim.

          • beach bum on 18/10/2024 - 07:38

            @Sun One: Yea, it also doesn’t have a robot arm, G84 doesn’t support a robot arm.

            • Sun One on 18/10/2024 - 07:44

              @beach bum: haa haaaaa,,, thats very funny.. as a frequent traveler, I really value esim facility with G54, even G84 comes with robot arm, I still choose G54 against G84 since I am not expecting robot arm from mobile phone.

              • beach bum on 18/10/2024 - 07:55

                @Sun One: Yes eSIM is good for travelers, but robot arm is good if staying in. You say” robot arm , find tv remote “. or “robot arm, pat me on the back, so I feel better about my purchase”.
                Is good, no?

                • Sun One on 18/10/2024 - 08:03

                  @beach bum: :) These wording says lot "I feel better about my purchase", sorry you missed esim…

                  • beach bum on 18/10/2024 - 08:09

                    @Sun One: Thank you, but is ok.
                    I have robot arm to make feel better.
                    She so nice.

                    • Sun One on 18/10/2024 - 08:17

                      @beach bum: It looks like G84 controls you as a robot arm. Don't let her. Get out of your imagination and head to BigW for the winner, G54. Then travel everywhere with esim, you will find lot of different robot arms as much as you like once you start to travel. ;) ;) ;)

          • User0001 on 18/10/2024 - 10:30
            +1

            @Sun One: You can always just get an esim adapter from 5ber.

  • DarwinBoy on 17/10/2024 - 22:23
    +2

    Enjoying my phone so far mosyly. One issue is it won't give messenger notifications till you open the messenger app up.
    Tried all the tricks people have suggested online. PITA

    • WatchNerd on 17/10/2024 - 22:26

      That's annoying.

      • DarwinBoy on 17/10/2024 - 22:28
        +1

        Yeah. Played with all the settings. Few forum posts where people have the same issue. Even with whatsapp.
        It's been a while since I've tried to trouble shoot so maybe I should have another crack.

    • illumination on 17/10/2024 - 23:53
      -1

      Thanks for sharing an expired deal

  • hibijibis on 18/10/2024 - 00:17
    +1

    its kinda comical that this $200 phone has a high refresh screen whereas base apple devices costing much more dont lol.

    • djoz on 18/10/2024 - 12:59

      I find it the funniest that most iPhones still do not have Opitcal Image Stabilisation; and so the videos shot by it when help by hand are still very shaky.

      Not sure if it has been provided in the latest iPhone 16 or so.

  • alan737 on 18/10/2024 - 07:14

    A great phone

  • DavidH68 on 18/10/2024 - 07:24
    +10

    I have had this phone for over 6 months now and have not experienced any of the issues mentioned , it just works and is a great phone for very little money , I have dropped it numerous times with the standard silicon case that comes with it and it's still in perfect condition , I only use messenger and it has worked perfectly and has always given me notification of new messages , the camera has been great and takes good photos and video , I have even had complimentary comments on the photos I have taken with it , for how much it costs I don't think there is another phone that can compare , I have been very happy with this phone and it's performance and think it's a bargain.

  • eddieboy2 on 18/10/2024 - 08:13
    +2

    I have this phone and very happy with it. Great phone for a low price.

  • codename47 on 18/10/2024 - 09:40
    +2

    That is one really good phone for that price! I used this for about 8 months and just upgraded it last week to S24 FE. To be honest, apart from mediocre camera this phone ticks all the boxes for me. NFC / 5G / Good Screen and Superb battery.

  • neonlight on 18/10/2024 - 10:08
    +1

    Average price consider 6 months ago was $149 JB hifi perks and Amaysim deals few months ago better at $99 etc

    Best feature has esim great phone for overseas travel

  • Suge Knight on 18/10/2024 - 10:14
    +2

    Just an FYI which may not necessarily be related, but I recently purchased a G84 for a family member and had to abandon it because it has an awful Whatsapp bug where it doesn't push notifications or data consistently (maybe 20% of the time). So the phone was missing calls and texts.

    It was a common problem noted on Reddit, Moto acknowledged but yet to fix. Hopefully the G54 doesnt have this same issue.

    • fromthehatch on 18/10/2024 - 15:07
      +1

      Thanks for reporting.

      That crosses the G54 off the lis.
      Damn reminds me why i went to grey imports in the first place. I remember having those issues to varying degrees of reliability on my last 2 samsung phones.

  • hotphil on 18/10/2024 - 11:09

    Seems like a good deal, hopefully still around this price if/when CalyxOS supports it.

  • antigramp on 18/10/2024 - 11:46
    +1

    Yawn, another giant phone. My hands are not small (nor are my pockets or bags), but I have difficulty with all of these 6-inch plus phones. Not easy to find sensible 5- or 5 1/2- inch phones, and they seem to be very low end. I went from a Moto E4 to a Nokia C02 and I'm reasonably happy, but not looking forward to replacing the Nokia…

    • doperst on 18/10/2024 - 13:25
      +1

      I am not a fan of Apple products, but I recently bought an iPhone SE gen 3 (for app development) and it's so small and slim! If it wasn't an iphone, it would definitely be my main phone.

      • neonlight on 18/10/2024 - 13:34
        +1

        We need more size similar to Pixel 5

  • Ti-au on 18/10/2024 - 15:24
    -1

    its always funny to see people lose their minds over being forced to upgrade a $200 phone.

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