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large screen phone with cyanogenmod/AOKP support

Hi all,
my xperia neo is starting to show its age, and I am looking for replacement. As Ive been using cyanogenmod for the last 1,5 years, so I am looking for something which has, or is likely to get cyanogenmod and/or aokp support in the future.
My requirements are the following:
- phone available in Europe, in the 300 eur price range
- 4,3 - 4,7 inch screen
- notification light
- good build quality
- good battery life and replaceable battery
- microSD support or internal storage over 16 GB
So far my winner is the Huawei Ascend G600, but i think it's very unlikely that it will get cyanogenmod support (considering that the extremely popular older G300 also has no cyanogenmod support). I also had other candidates but i ruled them out for some reasons (LG Optimus L9 - no notification light; Galaxy Nexus - no SD card support and low-feature default firmware; Xperia S - smallest screen, only TFT, power button on the top)
Can you recommend me anything?

molnartibor said:
Hi all,
my xperia neo is starting
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this thread does not make much sense....

zacthespack said:
this thread does not make much sense....
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sorry, i submitted the thread by mistake, edited

molnartibor said:
sorry, i submitted the thread by mistake, edited
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Thats ok
Well if you can get yours hands on it the nexus 4 would be a good pick.
Or prehaps a Galaxy note its 5.2" and has CM support

i've been looking at the galaxy note too, but i find the screen too large to be comfortable, and its also lacking a notification light

[Clone] HDC Galaxy Note 3 N9006

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Unboxing:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BW1DvQL9UDs
Review:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0yw46L7FRY
Boot animations:
Games working:
Real Racing 3 --> https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ea.games.r3_row&hl=en
Issues:
Fixes:
Tweaks:
Tips:
Benchmarks:
I don't really rely on benchmarks anymore, but for those who do;
Quadrant:
Antutu:
Linpack:
Nenamark 1:
Nenamark 2:
Benchmark Pi:
Don't forget to hit that "Thanks" button :good:

were u the one who made tht video?
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Just purchased this Will have it within 8 days hopefully

ZakBrindle said:
Just purchased this Will have it within 8 days hopefully
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When you get it, check if multi window works and battery life.

avasponge said:
When you get it, check if multi window works and battery life.
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I will and battery life should be good, if not can always replace battery with original battery, ill reply back later with results

ZakBrindle said:
I will and battery life should be good, if not can always replace battery with original battery, ill reply back later with results
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Hi i am seriously thinking about getting this phone myself and owned a clone of the note 2. I now have the real thing but my clone is still going strong albeit with a cracked screen ( Only downside is you can repair them)
Will you be doing a video review.
Regards

hi! i bought this phone. the exact model is SM n9006 Based N9006ZCUBMI3 build number JSS15J.N9006ZCUBMI5
BUT....
the air command seems to not work. when i extract the pen the air command popup not showing. Is there some roms that can be enable this feature?
And how many official roms can be found?? actully i only found the MI5(the stock one i think)

GabrieleR said:
hi! i bought this phone. the exact model is SM n9006 Based N9006ZCUBMI3 build number JSS15J.N9006ZCUBMI5
BUT....
the air command seems to not work. when i extract the pen the air command popup not showing. Is there some roms that can be enable this feature?
And how many official roms can be found?? actully i only found the MI5(the stock one i think)
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This is the only thing that worries me about this phone. The video on youtube looks epic and the guy Mayiandjay does give a glowing review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0yw46L7FRY
Has anyone else had this problem ?
Regards
David
Samsung Galaxy Note 2

davidayling said:
This is the only thing that worries me about this phone. The video on youtube looks epic and the guy Mayiandjay does give a glowing review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0yw46L7FRY
Has anyone else had this problem ?
Regards
David
Samsung Galaxy Note 2
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i think my phone is a different version so maybe you can buy whitout air command issues

davidayling said:
This is the only thing that worries me about this phone. The video on youtube looks epic and the guy Mayiandjay does give a glowing review
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0yw46L7FRY
Has anyone else had this problem ?
Regards
David
Samsung Galaxy Note 2
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i have the same phone an the pen Works just fine wen pulling it out

GabrieleR said:
hi! i bought this phone. the exact model is SM n9006 Based N9006ZCUBMI3 build number JSS15J.N9006ZCUBMI5
BUT....
the air command seems to not work. when i extract the pen the air command popup not showing. Is there some roms that can be enable this feature?
And how many official roms can be found?? actully i only found the MI5(the stock one i think)
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My model is almost the same, only the build number is a little different on mine, it called: JSS15J.N9006ZCUBMJ3
On mine the pen / air command works fine - the shortcut menu appears.

s7yler said:
My model is almost the same, only the build number is a little different on mine, it called: JSS15J.N9006ZCUBMJ3
On mine the pen / air command works fine - the shortcut menu appears.
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thank you for your feedback, do you think that flashing that build this function can be enabled??

GabrieleR said:
thank you for your feedback, do you think that flashing that build this function can be enabled??
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Hi can you post a review on the phone please?
Kind regards
David

davidayling said:
Hi can you post a review on the phone please?
Kind regards
David
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I have a review & unboxing here:
UNBOXING
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZkfgghX30I
REVIEW & TEST / REMOTE CONTROL TEST
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygqk-wSi6E0
3D GAMING TEST
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kdJr2DjKTM
KIES, TIPS & S-APPS on the HDC GALAXY Note 3 MAX N9006
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YwzxdbAcOCs
S-PEN/STYLUS & AIR COMMAND on the HDC GALAXY Note 3 MAX N9006
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayeIzd0w4WI
OTG, MTK TIPS & FEATURES on the HDC GALAXY Note 3 MAX N9006
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hek2lDZep5o

s7yler said:
I have a review & unboxing here:
UNBOXING
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ZkfgghX30I
REVIEW & TEST / REMOTE CONTROL TEST
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ygqk-wSi6E0
3D GAMING TEST
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5kdJr2DjKTM
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Nice ^ And the remote feature does not work for me, everything else is perfect i think, just the remote control
Edit, After watching your test instead of Mayiandjays you tought me how to use the remote, thank you

I guess this is the Note 3 clone post (only one!?!) so I'll ask my questions here! My phone is similar, but I think we'll all have a hard time finding "real" specs as you will soon see...
Have any of the rest of you tried any benchmarking/info apps to find out your real CPU/GPU/RAM specs yet?
My phone came with a (locked) version of Antutu that I think was hacked to show better scores and info. I rooted the phone (with Framaroot) and deleted the old version, installed a new version from the Play Store, and installed CPU Identifier. Antutu still miss-read the specs, but CPU Identifier gave a more realistic picture. (but not perfect)
The original Device Info screen: imgur.com/Js8e4FI or see "deviceinfo.png" below
Antutu's (still incorrect) device info screen: imgur.com/0OMilGl or see "antutu.png" below
CPU Identifier gave me a more realistic view of the processor, but still incorrectly shows 3GB of RAM: imgur.com/caapx2o or see "cpu identifier.png" below
Do any of you know an app that can show how much RAM this device actually has?
The processor seems to have confused Antutu and CPU Identifier as well since Antutu thinks its a quad-core Snapdragon, and CPU Identifier thinks its a dual-core MediaTek processor but says that the GPU is incorrect for the model it thinks it is.
I guess it will be a while before we know if any custom rom will work on these phones, but it would be nice to be able to use Xposed. I'm a little worried about trying it, but I'll probably get impatient soon and try it. It would be nice to at least know what rom is actually on it, as I think that info has been faked as well. I've tried to see if I can get any better info from the factory mode menu, (power + vol. down while booting), but it's all in Chinese: imgur.com/ivDFE4s or see "screencrap.png" below. Does anyone know what it says or how to change it to English?
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Okay, now the good news:
-It's actually a good phone for the price! I payed the equivalent of around $110 for it last weekend.
-The screen is bright and responsive, similar to the videos in this thread.
-The back of the case is branded like Mayiandjay's.
-The S pen is similar to the other pens. It looks almost exactly like the Samsung, with a fake button on it. The S pen menu only appears when you take the pen out, and I don't think the menu can be moved around the screen.
-It had the same desktop layout as the videos, but I think I lost some of that (and apps?!?) when I did a factory reset from the settings menu. I lost the Samsung boot up screen, (now it's an Android ani), and I don't seem to have the remote control app.
-The air gesture worked well (a bit better than s7yler's), and smart screen paused movies when I looked away.
-Multi window didn't work, but there is an app dock tab on the left side of the screen.
-It seems to get good signal and 3g, but I don't know about 4g. (we don't have that here)
-It is USB 2 with the fake USB 3 ports like the others.
-The Play Store is in the Galaxy Plus Icon/menu
-The resolution isn't what Antutu reports (1080x1920!) but I think CPU Identfier's 540x960 is correct, or it might be a bit better.
-The camera is only 8 megapixels, but that's okay, I don't take many pictures.
-While I don't think the phone has 3GB of RAM, the closest I've found to what might be more accurate is through using Usemon. While monitoring the RAM, it seemed to show about 1.5GB, but that might have been faked too.
All in all, it seems to be a good phone. I think s7yler's and Mayiandjay/Christopher.J.M's are better if they are actually quad-core, but until I can find an app I can trust or until I can change the rom, I don't think any of us can say what the specs are with confidence. This phone seems better than the other clones I tried out, so I'm happy with it.

U only have a dualcore phone friend
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customs
Can one of you guys who got the device tell me if you have to pay extra taxes when it reaches the customs? Also how is the smoothness of the ROM and hows the battery life?

xicopowa said:
Can one of you guys who got the device tell me if you have to pay extra taxes when it reaches the customs? Also how is the smoothness of the ROM and hows the battery life?
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Paying tax/custom control all depends on how luckly you are! With some of my orders, DHL delivered without any extra, while with others DHL contacted me and wanted bank or paypal proof of the value. There is no bullet proof rule that you can use. It is random if they stop your package when it comes from China.
The ROM is smooth, and the battery life is really good! seems to be near real 3200mAh.

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s7yler said:
Paying tax/custom control all depends on how luckly you are! With some of my orders, DHL delivered without any extra, while with others DHL contacted me and wanted bank or paypal proof of the value. There is no bullet proof rule that you can use. It is random if they stop your package when it comes from China.
The ROM is smooth, and the battery life is really good! seems to be near real 3200mAh.
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For instances im thinking about buying mayiandjay's version and paying for dhl shipping with the original box, since my countries tax is 23% over the original value does that mean if the customs catch it i will pay a quarter more? or do i just need to send them the payment proof?

Kolina K100+, the unknown phone that has almost everything

Just bought amazing phone, Kolina K100+, at incredible price, $179.99, strongly recommend to everyone, check below specs,
Android 4.2
MTK6592T Octa Core 2.0GHz
5.5 inch FullHD 10 Multi-Touch
2GB RAM
32GB ROM (SIN SLOT MICROSD)
Front Camera 5MP
Rear Camera 13 MP Sony Exmor CMOS RS
WIFI
GPS
Bluetooth 4.0
3G 900 MHz
Function Induction of Gravity
Sensor Distance
Light Sensor
NFC
OTG
MICRO SIM Dual
Internal Battery 3200mAh
caseback a choice of three colors: white, gray and gold
Official site: http://www.100.cn/
Kolina K100+ Review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of5vgp2XS6Q

Tell us some more details about it.
Does it really have NFC?
Does it has CE Label somewhere (Phone or Package)?
Available space left?
Which bluetooth version is there really? 3 or4?
What is inside the package?
Notification LED?
Backlit on Softkeys ?
Do you have other phones with FHD Screen to compare?

I'm interested in this phone.
Can it be upgraded to Android Lollipop? (by any means necessary?)
As far as I read the very few reviews and details of this phone available in the net the only problem I see with it is that it has a very old version of Android installed.
If it can be updated to the latest android version (In my unprofessional opinion I think the phone specs can well handle it) then it would be perfect for simple users like me.

Does anyone have steps on how to update the operating system on this phone?
I really think it has some decent hardware specs and good price.
If it gets updated to a more recent android version it would be nice.

All specs are fantastic.
The most important thing for me is if it will get update to KK (Lollipop is out of the question) and if GPS is locking satellites fast, cause most chinese phones have problem with that matter.

Unbox/Comparison
Found this review on youtube, posted by a reviewer by the username 'mayiandjay'.
Jay unboxes the Kolina 100+, however still waiting on his actual review, but I've been interested in getting this phone too. A few things to be aware of that he mentions is that some these specs may be faked, (i.e. front camera megapixels).

you can see the unbox review here:
KOLINA K100+ PK ZOPO 3X-Display&Performance
https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=IK1zslsyMTo&list=UUUUJEXO13gZthZRPHBVC0Kg

Amazing
This is the cheapest octa core phone with 1080p screen and 2gb ram. Just pure awesomeness :good: Correct me if im wrong but it is possible to flash a custom recovery on this phone right?

paix_keeper said:
This is the cheapest octa core phone with 1080p screen and 2gb ram. Just pure awesomeness :good: Correct me if im wrong but it is possible to flash a custom recovery on this phone right?
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You don't buy a phone only because it's cheap.
Having old OS or don't knowing if there will be support for custom recovery and Rom is a deal breaker.
Unleashed by my Nexus 4

RASTAVIPER said:
You don't buy a phone only because it's cheap.
Having old OS or don't knowing if there will be support for custom recovery and Rom is a deal breaker.
Unleashed by my Nexus 4
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Exactly! Given I'm a flashaholic myself :highfive: That's why I'm asking whether it's possible to get custom recovery installed Still I can see this device being perfect for someone like my girlfriend who doesn't appreciate all the custom roms and mods I'm doing for her nexus 4 :silly:
Unleashed from my OnePlus One

A very big review here.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h7jl2kKUjfg

I just need instructions on how I can install stock Kitkat or lollipop on this phone.
Because out of all the specs, the display brightness and operating system version is the only thing I see that may turn me off from purchasing.

shogrran said:
I just need instructions on how I can install stock Kitkat or lollipop on this phone.
Because out of all the specs, the display brightness and operating system version is the only thing I see that may turn me off from purchasing.
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Did u got it?

RASTAVIPER said:
Did u got it?
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No I'm new to this.
I am waiting for some good guy to post his.

shogrran said:
No I'm new to this.
I am waiting for some good guy to post his.
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I found a site which offers the k100+ offers a pre-install of some "rom" (etotalk mod rom???)
I have no idea what it is... but doesn't this mean it's possible to install stock android kitkat(or lollipop on this thing? )

shogrran said:
I found a site which offers the k100+ offers a pre-install of some "rom" (etotalk mod rom???)
I have no idea what it is... but doesn't this mean it's possible to install stock android kitkat(or lollipop on this thing? )
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Give us the link and we can answer you.

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Give us the link and we can answer you.
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I was about to. But since I'm new to this forum they won't allow me to post a link
The site is the main site for etotalk

shogrran said:
I was about to. But since I'm new to this forum they won't allow me to post a link
The site is the main site for etotalk
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Ok found the product page from Etotalk.
Don't pay attention to them.
Since there is still no official 4.4 version out, there is no way that Etotalk can offer a better Rom.
I only hope that soon there will be the official release.

RASTAVIPER said:
Ok found the product page from Etotalk.
Don't pay attention to them.
Since there is still no official 4.4 version out, there is no way that Etotalk can offer a better Rom.
I only hope that soon there will be the official release.
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What I was hoping for is that since etotalk seems to have a way of installing their own rom, shouldn't someone be able to install stock android on the device? (or does that how it works?)

It looks like the brightness on the Kolina K100 (170$) is not so great. Therefore I'm doubting between this one and Cubot X9 (140$)
or perhaps I will wait for the Dakele 3 (270$)

Idol 3 4.7" CM

Hello everybody,
I currently own a Moto G 4G 2014 and have the opportunity to exchange that for an Idol 3 4.7". I live in the EU so ID would be 6039Y from my understanding.
The key prerequisite would be to be able to install CM on the device - I've seen the CM team hint at adding Idol 3 to their supported devices list but no precision whatsoever on which Idol 3 they were talking about. And since everyone here seems to consider 5.5" version when talking about the phone I'm a bit doubtful if the 4.7" version will ever get as much traction.
Is there any other info I should be aware of that supports (or go against) CM on the Idol 3 4.7" ? If not, what is xda opinion on the topic ? If not CM, I can imagine some other custom ROM being ported to Idol 3 4.7" , right ?
Thank you very much !

Too early to say which versions will be supported. There are several different versions even within the 5.5 or 4.7 tier, we'll just have to wait and see.

There's already a Thread in regrds of CM for Idol 3!
Why create another thread and clutter the forums?
Post and ask questions in that thread instead lol

4.7" and 5.5" models have different hardware.
ElliSkyline said:
There's already a Thread in regrds of CM for Idol 3!
Why create another thread and clutter the forums?
Post and ask questions in that thread instead lol
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See title explicitly stating the 4.7" model.
This model and its bigger bro look the same but have totally different hardware. So thats your why.
It's an handsome phone, I like it al lot. But... I am also a CM fan for the freedom it gives me.
Every body should be allowed to install their OS and functions of choise.
Renault does not tell me what people are allowed in my car, nor does it tell me where to fill it up with what brand of gaz or were to go having me done it's maintenance ...
Same should apply for phone's, computer's, microwaves and Chiwawa's.

UMIDIGI S2 Pro

Has anyone started to work on ROM for this phone, looking at the spec of this phone looks promising, it has a large battery capacity which is great but look at battery test for this phone it looks like stock software is not optimized, so just wondering if the community is willing to help optimize or any advise

Bi1a11979 said:
Has anyone started to work on ROM for this phone, looking at the spec of this phone looks promising, it has a large battery capacity which is great but look at battery test for this phone it looks like stock software is not optimized, so just wondering if the community is willing to help optimize or any advise
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the review of low configuration umidigi S2 you can see on Youtube

I've got the regular S2 for a couple of weeks now. It's a good phone with some downsides. Camera is not fantastic but good enough for everyday stuff. If you want amazing photos buy a flagship. Proximity sensor doesn't turn off screen properly while in a call, maybe fixed in future version. One of the major networks in Germany does not work for mobile data in most cases (O2 and Eplus joined and the phone can't handle the "data roaming").
Tech support is non existant. They will point you to their half chinese forums with barely any members that is spammed with press releases. Posting takes dozens of "money" that you must unlock with posts. Very unprofessional but maybe expected for such a relatively small company. There are no service addresses for repairs and the accessories market for that phone is very very limited. Barely any cases or screen protectors out there. If you break anything on this phone expect to get a new one. I have not tried yet but to get replacement parts for this seems near impossible at this point.
Other than that, screen is great for the resolution. Battery life is absolutely brilliant. I can get through a full day with using <40% battery and it lasts easily 3+ days on pure standby.
Wifi has become much better I think after the last firmware update. They are updating the phone but I wonder for how long. This is not a manufacturer that can or wants to support all of it's devices like big ones do.
Materials are good, maybe a bit slippery in the hands but all microblasted aluminium phones are like that.
Screen has a <1mm bezel between the side of the phone and the display surface but I don't care about that.
Build, to me, feels very good. Fingerprint sensor works well and fast. Android is 6.0.1 but I hope they will have an update to 7 or 8 at some point.
I don't care about benchmarks so I can't talk about that, my apps work well. Video streaming is fluid. No idea about 3D gaming I don't use my phone for that.
For that price it's a great phone imho.

Have just pre-ordered this device. Will wait to see what comes, hopefully able to unlock the bootloader and remove any bloatware that comes pre-installed.

It exist a custom rom for s2? I'd like
It has poor camera, other things are very good
What kind of custom could fix in it? Paranoid android?

esclusoilcane said:
It has poor camera, other things are very good
What kind of custom could fix in it? Paranoid android?
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Apparently it's possible to install TWRP on this Umidigi S2 :
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-twrp-umidigi-s2-s2-pro/
I don't have Umidigi S2 to test but I'm very interested by the S2 Pro.
Perhaps it is possible to install Lenovo SNAPit Camera in order to improve the photos by flashing it with TWRP ? :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-lenovo-snapit-camera-redmi-note-4-t3608065

Does it support volt in india (to call using jio)

PJKO said:
Apparently it's possible to install TWRP on this Umidigi S2 :
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-twrp-umidigi-s2-s2-pro/
I don't have Umidigi S2 to test but I'm very interested by the S2 Pro.
Perhaps it is possible to install Lenovo SNAPit Camera in order to improve the photos by flashing it with TWRP ? :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-lenovo-snapit-camera-redmi-note-4-t3608065
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This post was a cut and paste from another phone.
Now the link for the custom recovery is available. I will probably give it a try just to be able to root the phone.
As of today, there is no available custom ROM available for the umidigi s2, although you can find posts on how to revert back to the stock ROM. Those posts are also just cut and pasted from other phones sharing the same cpu
Sent from my S2 using Tapatalk

mine is out for delivery on the 23/11 not bad delivery from gearbest HK to UK ordered 16/11 shipped 18/11 dhl express paid £5-70 then a further £26 import duties from dhl , Reg S2 hopefully shipping with android 7.0 buy now but doubtful , hope the phone gets it's own section in the development department ,,
Sent from my Moto G4 using Tapatalk

Does this phone have NFC?

PJKO said:
Apparently it's possible to install TWRP on this Umidigi S2 :
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-twrp-umidigi-s2-s2-pro/
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I just tried that and while the recovery installs my phone wouldn't boot afterwards. Maybe because I have the main partition encrypted but maybe for another reason.
Also for me the screen was flipped 180 degrees probably due to a backwards display in this phone.

hellrokr said:
Does this phone have NFC?
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I think only pro has nfc I don't see it on mine
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DoobyDroid said:
I think only pro has nfc I don't see it on mine
Sent from my S2 using Tapatalk
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Could not find it anywhere. Nowhere is it mentioned even for the pro version.

r0ckarong said:
I just tried that and while the recovery installs my phone wouldn't boot afterwards. Maybe because I have the main partition encrypted but maybe for another reason.
Also for me the screen was flipped 180 degrees probably due to a backwards display in this phone.
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Still early days I wouldn't personally try it but I'm sure in time this phone will get Dev support , I had some feed back from umi on there FB page regarding update to 7/8 they said there waiting on MediaTek's to release source or sdk as this P20 chip was built around Android 6 at the time and the P25 around 7 that's why pro ships with 7 that's what they said , also mentioned an update coming with a week but more likely bug patch still on Jan 2017 security , not the best look on a 2017 phone 2015 os
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Could not find it anywhere. Nowhere is it mentioned even for the pro version.
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I'm sure I read somewhere some regions got nfc how true that is
Sent from my S2 using Tapatalk

I personally would consider it for a next phone, though I'm not sure if the TWRP image for the S2 works on the S2 pro.

r0ckarong said:
I've got the regular S2 for a couple of weeks now. It's a good phone with some downsides. Camera is not fantastic but good enough for everyday stuff. If you want amazing photos buy a flagship. Proximity sensor doesn't turn off screen properly while in a call, maybe fixed in future version. One of the major networks in Germany does not work for mobile data in most cases (O2 and Eplus joined and the phone can't handle the "data roaming").
Tech support is non existant. They will point you to their half chinese forums with barely any members that is spammed with press releases. Posting takes dozens of "money" that you must unlock with posts. Very unprofessional but maybe expected for such a relatively small company. There are no service addresses for repairs and the accessories market for that phone is very very limited. Barely any cases or screen protectors out there. If you break anything on this phone expect to get a new one. I have not tried yet but to get replacement parts for this seems near impossible at this point.
Other than that, screen is great for the resolution. Battery life is absolutely brilliant. I can get through a full day with using <40% battery and it lasts easily 3+ days on pure standby.
Wifi has become much better I think after the last firmware update. They are updating the phone but I wonder for how long. This is not a manufacturer that can or wants to support all of it's devices like big ones do.
Materials are good, maybe a bit slippery in the hands but all microblasted aluminium phones are like that.
Screen has a <1mm bezel between the side of the phone and the display surface but I don't care about that.
Build, to me, feels very good. Fingerprint sensor works well and fast. Android is 6.0.1 but I hope they will have an update to 7 or 8 at some point.
I don't care about benchmarks so I can't talk about that, my apps work well. Video streaming is fluid. No idea about 3D gaming I don't use my phone for that.
For that price it's a great phone imho.
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Please check and correct me If I am wrong. According to UMI claimed that the first batch of S2 v1 come with non up gradable processor and hence, you can only maintain at Marshmallow version ie. Android 6 while S2 v2 (so called 2nd batch) can be upgraded to Android 7 (no idea to Android 8???). So guys, please check directly with UMI on this issue. I am thinking of getting the S2 Pro but would like UMI to confirm whether same issue with S2 v1 ???? Cheer s -

NDbluewee said:
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Please check and correct me If I am wrong. According to UMI claimed that the first batch of S2 v1 come with non up gradable processor and hence, you can only maintain at Marshmallow version ie. Android 6 while S2 v2 (so called 2nd batch) can be upgraded to Android 7 (no idea to Android 8???). So guys, please check directly with UMI on this issue. I am thinking of getting the S2 Pro but would like UMI to confirm whether same issue with S2 v1 ???? Cheer s -
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I did get sim info from umi regarding diff chips that are built on certain version of Android v1 Android 6 V2 Android 7 they won't answer the question weather V1 can update to 7 all I got was there waiting for MediaTek to release source but unless big demand that will very unlikely happen as they have no need to probably
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DoobyDroid said:
I did get sim info from umi regarding diff chips that are built on certain version of Android v1 Android 6 V2 Android 7 they won't answer the question weather V1 can update to 7 all I got was there waiting for MediaTek to release source but unless big demand that will very unlikely happen as they have no need to probably
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Below is the info extracted from Umidigi Forum lately .......
"Quote" They said the first batch of S2 will keep on Android 6 (there will be some updates, but nothing of update to Android 7). So the second batch of S2 and the S2 Pro will come with UMI OS Android 7. Anybody received handset with android 7.0 what date are the V2 or is that just referring to the Pro , mine is due 23/11 ordered 16/11 wondered if it will be V2 model with 7.0. Seems odd 2017 handset shipping with 2015 software .... Phone i received week ago got Android 6 so its V1. That will not work on the first v1 of Umidigi S2 sadly. It's made for MT6757D (S2 v2).
How ever there are phones out there already with MT6757 (Not MT6757D) will be on Android 7.0. "Unquote"
Hope this clear some of your thoughts. Thank you.

Bit of a con from umi
Won't be keeping it long then
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DoobyDroid said:
Bit of a con from umi
Won't be keeping it long then
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This is what I got the reply from UMI moderator
S2 version 1 coming with Android 6 and can't be updated to higher android version.
S2 version 2 will be coming with Umidigi OS based on Android 7. Further updates are not confirmed.
S2 pro is coming with Umidigi OS based on Android 7. Further updates are not confirmed.
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