Motorola ATRIX 2 Pro Reviews

If you are looking for a fashionable Motorola phone, we would suggest the Razr smartphone instead. The Atrix 2's design is frankly, pretty pedestrian and is highly unlikely to stand out like other flashier handsets currently on the market (e.g., Sony Xperia S). However, if you are out in the market for a mid-range and affordable smartphone, the Motorola Atrix 2 is definitely one of the choices you can look at. We wouldn't say that its hardware specs are top of the line compared to the upcoming Android 4.0, quad-core powered devices but its bright 4.3-inch qHD, dual-core 1GHz and 1 GB RAM hardware specs are more than enough for daily usage and gaming. Our user experience has been largely positive on the Atrix 2, with no lags or crashes experienced.

Unlike the original Atrix 4G, Motorola's Atrix 2 wasn't exactly launched with a bang. That might lead you to believe that the Atrix 2 is a forgettable smartphone and in some ways it definitely is: there are no real standout features here. The Atrix 2 isn't flashy, in fact it's exactly the opposite. Yet while the Atrix 2 might be unassuming, it's also very capable if you set aside the Webtop and the middling camera performance. The Atrix 2 might be designed as a business user's phone, but at $99 it could have a straightforward appeal to the budget-minded consumer. The phrase "it just works" doesn't typically apply to Android phones, but with the Atrix 2 it just might. This phone won't turn any heads, but it also won't fall down on the job.

The Motorola Atrix 2 is a great phone at a price considerably less than its competitors. At $100 with a two-year contract, the Atrix 2 a great buy for anyone on AT&T’s network. Motorola’s NinjaBlur interface isn’t fantastic, but the screen is a step up from previous phones and for 4.3 inches, it feels relatively comfortable in your hand. If you don’t have $100, then see if you can’t get the original Atrix 4G as it should be free by now.

I would consider the Motorola Atrix 2 to be a replacement of the original Motorola Atrix in AT&T’s line-up, but I would not upgrade from an Atrix to an Atrix 2. They are very close from one another, but the second edition is obviously better in a few important areas: display, network technology and updates Motorola software. Within the AT&T line-up, the only real contender would be the Samsung Galaxy S2 and here’s what I recommend: The Atrix 2 has the best Android email function, and it is probably more enterprise friendly than the Samsung Galaxy S2 so, to me, that would be the determining factor if you had to choose an Android phone with AT&T. This phone has a much better email experience than the Galaxy S2. On the other hand the Galaxy S2 has higher graphics performance, which is better for games and entertainment. The S2’s different form factor may also attract a another crowd. If you don’t mind looking beyond AT&T, Verizon is going to feature the Motorola Droid RAZR, which is certainly the most exciting Motorola phone of 2011, and it comes out in a few weeks, so patience may be the name of the game here.

So here's the lowdown on the Motorola Atrix 2: it's the Atrix 4G with a slight redesign and a few refreshed specs. That's all there is to it. We enjoyed our time with the sequel and it fits the $100 price tag (with a two-year commitment, of course) wonderfully, but anyone looking to purchase the device shouldn't be expecting the groundbreaking smartphone its predecessor was when it first launched. Thing is, it doesn't have to play the role of game changer to be a high-performing device that can do just about anything you need it to do. Absolutely have to have that fingerprint sensor? Stick with the Atrix 4G. Otherwise, the Atrix 2 will be a solid performer that takes the good things from its predecessor and improves upon it. You can't go wrong with that for a Benjamin, right?

For $100, it’s hard to say no to the Atrix 2. With a dual-core processor and 4G speeds, the Atrix 2 is great for people who want a high-end phone, but don’t want to pay a high-end price. Although putting down the extra dough for the lapdock might not be a worthwhile investment, the Atrix 2 is definitely a solid device and a great starter phone for anyone new to Android on AT&T. Overall, the Atrix 2 is another great entry into Motorola’s Android lineup.

The Motorola ATRIX 2 is a mild improvement over the ATRIX 4G that preceded it. An improved screen, potentially faster data speeds, and a better camera - overlooking the camera software issues, of course - add up to a better overall smartphone experience. Unfortunately, the only reason many consumers will look at the ATRIX 2 is likely because of its price, which, at $99.99 on-contract, is significantly less than the other dual-core smartphones that clutter the shelves of most mobile phone retailers. The ATRIX 2 is not as good as the Samsung Galaxy S II or the Apple iPhone 4S, both of which are $199, but for those on a tighter budget, it is a solid, if slightly boring, smartphone choice.

If you’re on AT&T and not an iPhone user, I’d say that this is a bargain for $99. It beats out the competition from HTC in a number of ways, and feels to me like a solid phone plain and simple. As long as you can get around that stupid flashlight effect.

The Motorola Atrix 2 falls a bit short of the best Android phones, but is in the same league. The phone runs fast, has a bright screen and lasts all day. But if we had to pick an Android phone, we'd either choose the Samsung Galaxy S2 or wait for the Galaxy Nexus - and the Motorola Razr is probably the superior device coming from the Moto brand.

The latest Motorola Atrix is still based on an idea that's ahead of its time. But if you're the geeky type, you can have plenty of fun with this 4G phone that, with the right accessories, transforms into other devices.

The ATRIX 2 is an improvement over the original ATRIX if only for its slightly more advanced user interface. Where the first ATRIX used what was still then called Motoblur, here we’ve got what’s generally considered a much more reasonable approach to Android. The form factor feels much more substantial (and it should since the display is larger — though again with the same amount of pixels,) and the curve around the edge of the glass makes the whole device feel rather high class and nice to use. The camera takes some nice photos and video as you can see above and below, and plugging into any number of docks, each of them official from Motorola, will expand your experience beyond that of a normal smartphone.

For the price, the Motorola Atrix 2 is an amazingly feature-packed high-performance Android phone for AT&T customers.

Overlooking the obvious hardware improvements, like its larger display and camera, the absolute best thing going for the Motorola ATRIX 2 is its tempting $99.99 on-contract price. At that level, it’s almost guaranteed to attract hungry consumers who are strapped in the wallet with cash – while still offering a top of the line experience similar to the competition.