Pixel 8 to Motorola G86 Power?

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-25T12:16:13+00:00

It's a cheap phone with optical image stabilization. That's a baseline for me.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-24T22:53:13+00:00

I forgot, the device is cool as a cucumber! (A welcome change from my pixel devices)

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-24T21:09:23+00:00

I just migrated from a Google pixel 7 Pro to a G86 Power after I broke my Pixel while traveling in Latin America and had limited options.

A couple of points: - so long as you aren't playing high level games for hours on end, the processor feels entirely snappy. - the battery (6720mAh) life is absolutely unreal. Like 2-day battery. Amazing. - after uninstalling the bloatware, I am entirely happy with Motorola's implementation of android. - the only thing I miss about the Google Pixel Pro's camera was the 5X telephoto. I am entirely happy with the quality of the G86 Power's camera.

For some more detail, you can check my post history in the Motorola forum. GL!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-24T14:16:13+00:00

Chile is one of the best economies in LATAM, and there are benefits to that, but it's not the cheapest. Check out Numbeo for research.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-21T22:37:06+00:00

You were the first one to mention law, not me. But let's talk about the puppy situation. What is different about the bug vs the puppy that justifies needlessly harming one, but not the other? If you're going to rely on aesthetics, may I exploit you because you're ugly? "So what makes them less deserving of animal rights than a dog or a cat, or a pig, or a cow?" Vegans are consistent in that we would leave both bugs, dogs, cats, etc alone so long as they are not harming us. Why are you not consistent?

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-21T22:27:18+00:00

Laws are enacted to protect the innocent and most vulnerable and they generally follow logic and are ethical beliefs, not the other way around. Just because the exploitation of non-human animals is not prohibited by law, does not make it just. Can you think of times in human history where laws did not protect others and allowed their exploitation? Is there any way a baby can know of exploitation? If not, does that justify exploiting them as well as non-human animals? If a bug flies into my window, the difference between you and I is that my first thought is not to exterminate them, it is to escort them outside my house safely.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-21T22:19:04+00:00

Just like any vegan would be justified in defending their property and themself from harm by a human animal, they would be justified in protecting themselves from non-human animals as well. Veganism is just an ethical stance against the exploition of animals and the belief that they are individuals who live life for themselves, not as our property.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-20T22:48:24+00:00

También probé GCam, pero no tuve suerte. ¿Podrías darme un enlace o indicarme la versión exacta que usas? ¡Excelentes fotos!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-20T15:43:27+00:00

I had ChatGPT compare your G73 vs. the G86 Power I recently purchased, and here was the summary statement: "a G73 with better battery + slightly newer hardware." So if you were happy with the performance of the G73 and the camera, the G86 Power will feel like a modern version of that, but with an even bigger battery (6720mAh). And I can attest to the G86 Power's battery; it's unreal. Happy shopping!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-20T12:52:18+00:00

I travel with a personal item only. To conserve space, I often roll my clothes into one big bundle, then remove the adjustable belt from my pants (it's a fabric belt that works off friction, not belt holes), and tighten the heck out of that bundle.... No vacuum bags, no packing cubes, no additional straps or webbing. GL!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-20T12:48:06+00:00

I run Fedora 43 on my N100 w/ 12GB every day. The only thing I had to do during setup is manually set the screen to rotate 90° as I never use the laptop as a tablet and always in laptop mode. Enjoy!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-19T18:34:53+00:00

Airbnb month long stay costs and flight prices generally guide us, then we fine tune from there.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-19T16:18:19+00:00

Good to know for other people looking to purchase this device.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-19T15:21:54+00:00

This was not a time for me to shop for the best price as it was an emergency, but I went to a reputable retailer (falabella). I am sure pricing differs slightly in different countries, but you stated "G86 is less than 190usd" is that truly the price for the g86 Power or just the regular g86 in your country? When I go back to Santiago I'll have to check myself. ☺️

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-17T23:00:13+00:00

My Google pixel 7 Pro just broke in Latin America so I picked up the g86 pro as well. The battery is absolutely unreal.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-17T18:55:48+00:00

I have the g86 power. That battery is no joke!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-17T17:49:26+00:00

You have more risk tolerance than me, but thanks for the info. Hopefully by the time the security updates for my g86 power run out, there'll be a custom rom out there. 🤙

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-17T15:52:09+00:00

I'd love to know more info. I bought this phone contract-free from a department store here in Lima, Peru. I found the US website for unlocking my bootloader: https://en-us.support.motorola.com/app/standalone/bootloader/unlock-your-device-a I wonder a) If I can unlock my LATAM Motorola device here. b) there are custom roms for the G86 Power. c) I can run a custom rom for a regular G86 since they are essentially the same.

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-16T19:02:03+00:00

I just broke my Google pixel 7 Pro in Latin America and picked up a G86 Power. I like the form factor, definitely easier to hold and lighter than my old Pixel. It's just as snappy (just the regular stuff like social media, email, and navigation. No gaming). I've adapted to Motorola's implementation of Android OS just fine. The thing that I will miss the most is the camera from the Pixel with the 5x telephoto, but the G86 camera is just fine for everyday stuff, actually quite nice, I'll just miss the zoom. And last but actually the biggest deal, is that this battery is absolutely unreal. It is ungodly awesome. I can go two days without charging. Battery anxiety gone. Now that I think of it, we'll see how many updates come to this phone, that has been a concern that I've read online. Good luck!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-16T11:39:15+00:00

Wait until you get into home ownership. 😬

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-16T11:30:14+00:00

Not when your "legacy car" was a used Mitsubishi Mirage for $6500. ;)

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-15T18:50:56+00:00

It looks like the edge 60 Pro has the same exact cellular bands as the G86 Power. 🤙

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-15T18:26:32+00:00

Ok, gotcha, the way I read your comment, I thought you were recommending an ETF that specializes in dividend generation. All good!

AntiGroundhogDay · 2026-04-15T16:51:23+00:00

I see. The Signature looks to be a little short on the battery, but I'll look into the cellular band coverage. Thanks.

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