The new Moto X is now even more awesome. Photo: Killian Bell/Cult of Android

Motorola’s second-generation Moto X is now available with 64GB of storage if you buy it through Moto Maker. The device was originally available in 16GB and 32GB options only, but without a microSD card slot, some potential adopters felt that just wasn’t enough.

Is the iPhone 6 Plus the best smartphone of 2014?. Photo: Jim Merithew/Cult of Android

Smartphone innovation may have stalled in recent years, but that hasn’t stopped manufacturers from updating and improving upon their best devices. This year, we’ve seen big changes to devices like the iPhone, the Galaxy Note, and the LG G — as well as new contenders like the OnePlus One. But what are the best smartphones of 2014?

Here are our picks.

Android 5.0 running on the Galaxy S5. Video: SamMobile

The Samsung Galaxy S5 will get its Android 5.0 Lollipop upgrade by the end of this year, according to one European carrier, while the Galaxy Note 4 will get the same release in January. The rollouts will make Samsung’s flagship Galaxy devices some of the first third-party smartphones to get Google’s latest Android software.

The new Moto X is an even better buy at $359. Photo: Motorola

Cyber Monday deals on Android devices don’t get much better than this little cracker from Motorola. For just six hours, the company is slashing $140 off its new Moto X, bringing its price down to just $359 off-contract. You’ll also be able to get the device on contract with Verizon for just a penny.

Lollipop continues its assault on the new Moto X. Photo: Motorola

Owners of the new Moto X on Verizon are now receiving Motorola’s much-anticipated Android 5.0 Lollipop upgrade. The 678MB release is rolling out now over-the-air to a select group of users who were chosen to be a part of the Motorola Feedback Network.