Sometimes, a phone can really surprise you.

Just look at last year’s Moto X. The phone bucked the trends of modern Android flagships, from its smaller-than-average size to its simple software and focus on real-world performance. As a result, the device delivered an exceptionally delightful user experience — a cohesive package the likes of which Android had never quite seen.

The Moto X may not have been the top seller of 2013, but it earned oodles of praise and topped more than a few “best of” lists. Now, with its recently announced second-generation model, Motorola is hoping it can recreate the magic while convincing more consumers to climb on for the ride.

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