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Blackview Crown review- 5inch Octa core Android 4.4 Smartphone 2GB Ram 16GB Rom

Screen
With a 5.0 Inch HD IPS Screen ，the Blackview Crown stands out with a screen perspective. Nevertheless, it’s a good screen for the money. It’s not huge but it’s big enough to comfortably use.
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More powerful than you’d think
The Blackview Crown has a 1.7 GHz Octa-Core MT6592 processor and 2 GB of RAM and ROM 16GB. Now, a Octa-Core processor is pretty great for such an affordable phone, but that amount of RAM might be setting off alarm bells.You won’t mistake it for a high end phone but nor are you likely to feel limited by its power or lack thereof.
Dual Camera
Blackview Crown ‘s camera has a 5 megapixel camera on the front and 13.0MP Back Camera
Battery life, memory and connectivity
The Blackview Crown has a 2200 mAh battery quoted for up to up To 4 hours of talk time or up To 180 hours of standby time, which compared to smartphones in general is average to just above average but for a low end phone it’s pretty good.Things aren’t so good when we come to memory, as the Blackvew Crown has 16GB of built in storage. There is two SIM card slots with support for cards of up to 32GB.
Early verdict
it’s a strong phone overall and an incredibly strong one for the price. Smooth performance, a decent screen, good battery life and a solid build quality makes this one of the best phones in its class.It’s certainly entering the market at a more competitive time, but there’s enough here to make it a strong and obvious choice if you’re shopping for a phone on a tight budget.
In all, the blackview crown is a nice smartphone, and there is also an original hat for me, and i also get the 8GB TF card and a leather case about the smartphone. Just enjoy it with me!

It looks good, what's the price?

Root Blackview Crown
Hi!
Very good SmartPhone!!
After many attempts (Framaroot, vroot, eroot etc etc) rooted via Bin4ry exploit!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
:good::good::good::good::good::good:

luconedj said:
Hi!
Very good SmartPhone!!
After many attempts (Framaroot, vroot, eroot etc etc) rooted via Bin4ry exploit!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
:good::good::good::good::good::good:
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how did you do this?
i think this root method will also work for the THL 5000. (looks like same rom)

trueno92 said:
how did you do this?
i think this root method will also work for the THL 5000. (looks like same rom)
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i don't know if are the same rom.. Very similar hardware but i don't think...
For Root just follow the method illustrated in the post i linked above.
You need to install all drivers (MTK65XX Preloader too) in order to have successful root!

original ROM
Does anyone know where I can find the original rom for Blackview Crow?

luconedj said:
i don't know if are the same rom.. Very similar hardware but i don't think...
For Root just follow the method illustrated in the post i linked above.
You need to install all drivers (MTK65XX Preloader too) in order to have successful root!
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Which mode did you use with Bin4ry, 1,2 or 3?
Thanks

Looks cool, may I know the price?

gnhuy91 said:
Looks cool, may I know the price?
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Bought last week at Comebuy.com for 143€.
Very good device for price.
Searching a method to root
Just one note: I've got once, after power on, a menu in Chinese!
Resolved removing and reinserting battery.

Had someone tried to root this device with towelroot? 
 @luconedj: can you give a more detailed explanation of your proceeding, please?

133€ from Spain
ww w.antelife. com/spainwarehouse.html

Rooting Blackview Crown
luconedj said:
Hi!
Very good SmartPhone!!
After many attempts (Framaroot, vroot, eroot etc etc) rooted via Bin4ry exploit!!! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
:good::good::good::good::good::good:
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Please, two things:
some other info and details on rooting
some link to download Bin4ry exploit other than Unrestrict.li: they block me :crying:
thanks! :good:

Root Blackview Crown
Hello glad to find a thread on Crown. I rooted mine easily with a software called Root Genuis (you can search it in Google). You can also backup the blackview Crown rom with à software called MTK DROID ROOT & TOOL
Other wise if you find a rom update or custom roms for crown, please notify it here.a I saw also that the galaxy note 3 rom was ported to the blackview jk805, It will be great if someone can do the same for the blackview Crown. :fingers-crossed:

Rooting Blackview Crown
Wahazz said:
Hello glad to find a thread on Crown. I rooted mine easily with a software called Root Genuis (you can search it in Google). You can also backup the blackview Crown rom with à software called MTK DROID ROOT & TOOL
Other wise if you find a rom update or custom roms for crown, please notify it here.a I saw also that the galaxy note 3 rom was ported to the blackview jk805, It will be great if someone can do the same for the blackview Crown. :fingers-crossed:
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YOU LIFE SAVER!
I've tried at least 15 methods to root this device, some, very complicated.
Your suggestion works perfectly: 1 minutes and I got root access! :laugh:
This is my preferred:
It will be very nice share with you!
THANKS!

Blackview Crown Rom
Ok great that it works, another tip I found at blackview's Facebook page (blackview.hk): in developper option(to activate it make many taps on build number until it says you are already a developper, then return back), you can change runtime to use ART, I tried it and my Crown becomes smoother and speeder, but some apps May not work with this runtime.
I also see something at chinaphonearena that seems like an update : 07/08/2014. my Crown build number is 12/07/2014.
ww w.chinaphonearena. com/forum/ThreadBlackview-Crown-MTK6592-Firmware
Remove spaces in the link.

Hey Wahazz.
How did you a ROM backup, using MTK DROID ROOT & TOOL? My Crown will not be found in MTK Droid Tool
PdaNetA4150 is installed, developers mode is enabled.

Crown Rom Backup
gloover said:
Hey Wahazz.
How did you a ROM backup, using MTK DROID ROOT & TOOL? My Crown will not be found in MTK Droid Tool
PdaNetA4150 is installed, developers mode is enabled.
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Hi first make sure you have the latest version of the tool v2.5.3 (it's the one wich works with mt6592 devices),
then prefer windows 7 in stead of Windows 8
enable debugging mode in developper option
very important: when your crown is detected, check in the left bottom corner a circle: if it is orange/yellow, click root button, it will turn to green
then you can go to backup step
I am also looking for a custom recovery for crown, if someone already install a custom recovery

gnhuy91 said:
Looks cool, may I know the price?
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extraneo said:
Does anyone know where I can find the original rom for Blackview Crow?
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I bought it $179.99 from a Chinese online store, because i can't mention it, or i will be blocked for spam . hope you can understand! You can also search on google about the product, in the third page, it's the store i bought it. Please have a try!

How good is the battery life in terms of screen-on time?

here my results
First impression very positive for the price ...
Pro:
GPS far the best I had in MTK's.
Gorilla glass
Antutu 26727 may still be improved but most only enough
RAM & ROM
negative:
accumulator
Touch reacts in the lower area poorly
KITKAT ... write right on SD bla bla
EBR adjusted to max. internal memory
Root via srjroot
Carliv Touch Recovery installed
SD Fix performed
Installed Xposed & Gravitybox
Drove two hours with Navi... and it runs really great.
No no jump ahead / beside the Track or lag behind.
After Tunel also again GPS signal.
Only the battery has sucked away in 2 hours 80%
my Naviapp was / is Sygic
Its a Great Phone ....
Conclusion: The purchase is worth it if you always have a charger nearby. Possibly can still be found somewhere / sometime a better battery

Sony Xperia E3 getting Android M developer Preview

Good News for E3 users though we didnt get lollipop sony has released android m developer preview to try on our devices hoping to get android m directly to our devices

Update: can someone compile all the binaries and kernel so that we can try android m

I saw it im starting to download it and fill upload it here as soon as possible.

MrGKanev said:
I saw it im starting to download it and fill upload it here as soon as possible.
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Thanks will be waiting for the upload btw do u know how to compile roms ? If so how do u do it on windows

Can u just compile it for both lte and non lte devices like d2202 because i have non lte variant and i dont find pure stock roms

Please make it for dual sim variant too

Guys, I think all this is a ridiculous effort from Sony. Let me explain my point.
Why the hell Sony bring for us AOSP M preview for E3 if we dont have at least Android 5.0.2 or 5.1.1 Lollipop user experience? This doesn't have any sense for god´s sake!
I barely know about Lollipop because my friends have that version on their phones. You can say android is the same but different, but this is extremely ridiculous. We are getting deep into more and more fragmentation. And if we dont make our voices louder, fragmentation and programated obsolescence will keep us buying and throwing to the trash models and models forever and ever.
Why sony puts an illusion of Android M so early? May be E3 dont see the light when M reach its final version. Remember 2013 Xperia SP, stuck forever in jelly bean, being capable of run lollipop and even M!
Also, "playing in Sony Xperia E3" for using AOSP (Lollipop or M) is only limited to international variant D2203, while D2206/43/12/02 users cant do anything because we cant install via Emma the new BL.
Sony idk why are you doing this, making feel so bad your loyal customers.

lexiyuri said:
Guys, I think all this is a ridiculous effort from Sony. Let me explain my point.
Why the hell Sony bring for us AOSP M preview for E3 if we dont have at least Android 5.0.2 or 5.1.1 Lollipop user experience? This doesn't have any sense for god´s sake!
I barely know about Lollipop because my friends have that version on their phones. You can say android is the same but different, but this is extremely ridiculous. We are getting deep into more and more fragmentation. And if we dont make our voices louder, fragmentation and programated obsolescence will keep us buying and throwing to the trash models and models forever and ever.
Why sony puts an illusion of Android M so early? May be E3 dont see the light when M reach its final version. Remember 2013 Xperia SP, stuck forever in jelly bean, being capable of run lollipop and even M!
Also, "playing in Sony Xperia E3" for using AOSP (Lollipop or M) is only limited to international variant D2203, while D2206/43/12/02 users cant do anything because we cant install via Emma the new BL.
Sony idk why are you doing this, making feel so bad your loyal customers.
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Just what I was thinking... Seems like they're just teasing their customers.... What shall we do???

Simply @ShanePunk123 we can choose other reliable brand. Motorola is surprisingly giving experience like nexus phones.
Chinese emerging brands as Xiaomi and oneplus are also glowing today. And just wait nokia, because in 2016 they will make a rush, android and nokia coming soon, and also, blackberry is going to have android.
Of course we cant deny that sony is getting serious but we require some respect.
For dignity in low and mid range end devices!! Todos A LA CARGA!
Ni un minuto de silencio, salgamos a protestar
No more silence, lets go and make our voices louder

lexiyuri said:
Simply @ShanePunk123 we can choose other reliable brand. Motorola is surprisingly giving experience like nexus phones.
Chinese emerging brands as Xiaomi and oneplus are also glowing today. And just wait nokia, because in 2016 they will make a rush, android and nokia coming soon, and also, blackberry is going to have android.
Of course we cant deny that sony is getting serious but we require some respect.
For dignity in low and mid range end devices!! Todos A LA CARGA!
Ni un minuto de silencio, salgamos a protestar
No more silence, lets go and make our voices louder
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You are absolutely right... Motorola surprises me everytime... Even if we make our voices louder, we don't know where exactly do we go.. :laugh: sony will just ignore us... I thought sony was much better than this....

ShanePunk123 said:
You are absolutely right... Motorola surprises me everytime... Even if we make our voices louder, we don't know where exactly do we go.. :laugh: sony will just ignore us... I thought sony was much better than this....
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He is absolutly right e3's development is very slow and doesn't seem like future its time to start saving money to get oneplus one

" the modem and the camera are not implemented"

sjunaid1997 said:
He is absolutly right e3's development is very slow and doesn't seem like future its time to start saving money to get oneplus one
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I really like this device.... Even without development it's very smooth and good to use but still we at least need this security that this phone has some importance by Sony..... And point to be noted that this isn't the only phone left behind but there are others like T3 so I do have some hope that something's gonna change in a while so I'm just waiting for it... I wish I had a fast internet connection too.... Without that there's no developing...

ShanePunk123 said:
I really like this device.... Even without development it's very smooth and good to use but still we at least need this security that this phone has some importance by Sony..... And point to be noted that this isn't the only phone left behind but there are others like T3 so I do have some hope that something's gonna change in a while so I'm just waiting for it... I wish I had a fast internet connection too.... Without that there's no developing...
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Even i liked the device at first but the main problem is the memory which is kinda making me change the device and very slow development for the non lte variants hope this problem will be fixed by our dev at xda asap

The internal memory is not an issue. If we use Facebook lite app instead Facebook app, we can get same results and avoid the filling and the ugly and upset warning icon.
Lets figure out the way of install facebook, chrome and messenger into the sd without swapping memories. They are the main binge eater apps on our little E3´s
Of course even 8 Gb is not enough today, at least in Xperia M4 Aqua, they are in the same condition like us.
Guys, I hope that lollipop doesnt waste more than 3 Gb of the internal memory. If lollipop wastes more than that, say goodbye to lollipop in E3 due to hardware restrictions. If you didnt realize that detail until now, keep in mind that issue until we get official confirmation. That can left us out

lexiyuri said:
The internal memory is not an issue. If we use Facebook lite app instead Facebook app, we can get same results and avoid the filling and the ugly and upset warning icon.
Lets figure out the way of install facebook, chrome and messenger into the sd without swapping memories. They are the main binge eater apps on our little E3´s
Of course even 8 Gb is not enough today, at least in Xperia M4 Aqua, they are in the same condition like us.
Guys, I hope that lollipop doesnt waste more than 3 Gb of the internal memory. If lollipop wastes more than that, say goodbye to lollipop in E3 due to hardware restrictions. If you didnt realize that detail until now, keep in mind that issue until we get official confirmation. That can left us out
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m4 aqua have 1.2gb usabl after all sony crap, could it be reason i mean sony is not relasing lollipop because they can,t fill crap in this phone.
i am petty sure that is reason after seeng m4 aqua having only 1.2gb left out of 8 gb.

@vinay
Its so ridiculous that amount occupied by an android version. My question is:
How many memory or space-whatever- in gigabytes use Stock or CM11 or CM12 or CM12,1 or AOSP 5.0.2 or 5.1.1 filled with just essential apps?
I know that compressed ftf stock rom weights around 800 Mb - 1 Gb for E3, but when installed they left us 1.7 Gb for apps
Total - Free = ROM space
4 - 1.7 = 2.3 Gb occupied by stock 4.4.4
Remaining minus stock size
2.3 - 1.0 = 1.3 Gb lost!!!!
What happens with around 1 Gb?? am i wrong with my calculation?

lexiyuri said:
@vinay
Its so ridiculous that amount occupied by an android version. My question is:
How many memory or space-whatever- in gigabytes use Stock or CM11 or CM12 or CM12,1 or AOSP 5.0.2 or 5.1.1 filled with just essential apps?
I know that compressed ftf stock rom weights around 800 Mb - 1 Gb for E3, but when installed they left us 1.7 Gb for apps
Total - Free = ROM space
4 - 1.7 = 2.3 Gb occupied by stock 4.4.4
Remaining minus stock size
2.3 - 1.0 = 1.3 Gb lost!!!!
What happens with around 1 Gb?? am i wrong with my calculation?
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android make partation,s with 4 gb storage.
like local disk,s in windows
here is partation list
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btw userdata partation is used as app storage and internal-sdcard

No one have build this M-preview rom?

Marshmallow update...Xiaomi is playing with us!

I bought a Mi4c a few months ago convinced it was a great phone that could replace my Nexus 5 and yes it is a good phone with good specs but I bought it also when Xiaomi announced it would update to Marshmallow. My Nexus 5 was already running under MM so, I thought it would be a matter of a couple of weeks (Xiaomi announced update in Decembre) Today months have passed, many manufacturers like Motorola, Sony and even Samsung have updated some of their models even Moto E...but still nothing for Mi4c. Xiaomi makes good phones and I thought it was better than others cheap Chineses makers. It wants to be compared to Apple but it lacks support and compromise to existing customers. I probably had placed my expectations too high. Am I the only one? Next time I will buy a Nexus again.

Xiaomi uses Miui rom. There is no mutch different between MM based miui and Lollipop based miui.
Miui have most features of MM has already.

Ümit said:
Xiaomi uses Miui rom. There is no mutch different between MM based miui and Lollipop based miui.
Miui have most features of MM has already.
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thats right! because of that i have no stress to get MM.
sMIUI runs great for me and have many many features!

IMO, they have too many devices to support. Just look at this table:
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Many vendors only support their devices for 1 year, some 2, but here you can see Mi2S which is almost 3 years old and is still a supported device. I don't think Xiaomi has big enough development team to maintain all of those devices to match current base Android version. Moreover, they're advertising MIUI, which should have the similar experience between supported devices regardless the base Android version. 3 devices are already out with MM (still beta?), just wait for Mi4c turn. What features do you need from MM anyway?

"What features do you need from MM anyway?" My thoughts exactly.
Looking at the new features of MM, the ones that are interesting are the memory manager, per-app permissions and battery management. These are all things MIUI has built in already. Which probably also makes it that much harder to integrate into a new MIUI version.
Most of the other changes are cosmetic and most likely would not be reflected in MIUI anyway, when the MM update does come out.

or you can install TS CM13 - built by TS team or TS broken OS. They are 6.0 MM and pretty stable now. Great team with great supports and speed.
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The only real feature M offers over L is SD card as internal storage. Since Mi4c has no external storage you aren't missing anything. MIUI already does a Doze feature killing everything in the background.

Doze, per app permission and memory management are thé most wanted feature un MM.
MIUI is good and I don't criticize his developping team very active. I am only mad at Xiaomi marketing team making announcements and not complying.

jipi said:
Doze, per app permission and memory management are thé most wanted feature un MM.
MIUI is good and I don't criticize his developping team very active. I am only mad at Xiaomi marketing team making announcements and not complying.
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Like a few of us mentioned so far, those features have been built into MIUI for a long time already. So rejoice, you have your most wanted features
On a serious note, it's probably reasonable to assume the MM rollout will follow the release of the new flagship, the Mi 5. Which I think is like a day or two away. You can bet that'll be released with the latest MIUI iteration of android.

jipi said:
Doze, per app permission and memory management are thé most wanted feature un MM.
MIUI is good and I don't criticize his developping team very active. I am only mad at Xiaomi marketing team making announcements and not complying.
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Please provide at least 1 quote from Xiaomi officials that said Mi4c will get MM soon.
And no.. gizchina "xiaomi mm devices updates schedule" is not official.

i use Broken that is 6.0 and it works perfectly...
if u want 6.0 that bad get it...

Smartlock is there but it is not working at all... That would be nice to have it, dont know if under Android 6 or 7, or actual 5.1...
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i believe it's a matter of time before the mi4c reveives marshmallow... but judging from xiaomi history mm won't come anytime soon... i'd estimate (personally) early autumn the soonest......

Am I the only one that think Xiaomi won't update Mi4c to MM?

Fsu0413 said:
Am I the only one that think Xiaomi won't update Mi4c to MM?
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I guess so. Since Mi 3/4/5/Note get it, there's no reason to skip Mi 4C/4S/Note Pro/any other still supported devices. However, they seem to be in a discussion now, for supporting newer Android base with locked bootloader or stay with older one with unlocked bootloader.

Why shouldn't it get MM? The Mi4S just got released and should therefore get it, which is very similar to the Mi4C.

Maybe they will update Mi4c straight forward to "N" just like Mi4 which jumped lollipop to MM.

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Smartlock is there but it is not working at all... That would be nice to have it, dont know if under Android 6 or 7, or actual 5.1...
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you can use smartlock after install xposed framework and xMIUI xposed module. You have to be rooted though...

Heard of this phone SMARTISAN Nut Pro 2? Anyone has it? Want to buy it from China

Smartisan is one of the few Chinese manufacturers that pays serious attention to its design. The design of Nut pro 2 is quite stunning. More importantly, the specs is quite decent, 4+64, 6+64, 6+128 and 6+256, and i personally will like to go for the 6+128 version、5.99 Inch、Qualcomm Snapdragon 660、Face ID Recognition、USB Type C&OTG&Bluetooth 5.0
What do you guys think?
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here is another one, red/black/golden, I am into the red version

I am also interested in this phone. I am wondering if Google Play can be installed without root?
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reefmonger said:
I am also interested in this phone. I am wondering if Google Play can be installed without root?
Sent from my Le X820 using Tapatalk
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Yes, the other day i ask one Chinese online retailer if they can install the google play for us before shipping, they said yes, of course. Here is their selling the 6gb+128gb version: https://www.coolicool.com/smartisan-u3-pro-nut-pro-2-6gb-ram-128gb-rom-qualcomm-snapdragon-660-22ghz-octa-core-599-inch-corn-g-47748

Thank you for your prompt reply.

I own it.
Hi guys, I own and love everything about this phone. The design is fantastic, camera is great, screen is superb and the battery life is brilliant etc... There are a few work arounds I'm still having to get used to coming from an iphone, but there really are very few drawbacks.
The few niggly things (being based in the UK) are:
- I can't use Android pay as it doesn't pass Android safety net. Looking online this seems to be true of a lot of Chinese phones and all of Smartisans. This one is a biggie to me.
- All 4 app doesn't work on the phone
- Some of the unread badges (WhatsApp for example) don't show up on the stock OS. I believe this is an Android thing though? Same for no easy way to copy and paste images...
- it says 3G on the network even when you're getting 4G signal and speeds (I tested them using speed test).
Other than these though I couldn't be happier. Especially for the money. The phone really is beautiful, more so than I was expecting.

Smithappens84 said:
Hi guys, I own and love everything about this phone. The design is fantastic, camera is great, screen is superb and the battery life is brilliant etc... There are a few work arounds I'm still having to get used to coming from an iphone, but there really are very few drawbacks.
The few niggly things (being based in the UK) are:
- I can't use Android pay as it doesn't pass Android safety net. Looking online this seems to be true of a lot of Chinese phones and all of Smartisans. This one is a biggie to me.
- All 4 app doesn't work on the phone
- Some of the unread badges (WhatsApp for example) don't show up on the stock OS. I believe this is an Android thing though? Same for no easy way to copy and paste images...
- it says 3G on the network even when you're getting 4G signal and speeds (I tested them using speed test).
Other than these though I couldn't be happier. Especially for the money. The phone really is beautiful, more so than I was expecting.
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Are you still happy with this device? Seems to offer most bang for the buck of all chinese upper midrange phones. Do you have any major problem with notifications, whatsapp for instance?

Google play market is installed directly without any messing around, but were you able to find a way to root it?

Another Smartisan owner (from Netherlands)
flipp0 said:
Are you still happy with this device? Seems to offer most bang for the buck of all chinese upper midrange phones. Do you have any major problem with notifications, whatsapp for instance?
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Hi there, I’m using this phone for about 6 weeks now and I’m happy with it too.
For the money it’s a great device, looking beautifully. The 128/6GB variant is very smooth in all situations.
It’s easy to install Google from the Smartisan store, search for gugi app and afterwards you’ll find Play Services an Play Store working.
Screen and battery life are great, 4g is displayed now (after update) when receiving 4g signal. Before it always said 3g.
Sound quality is average, the camera is not bad but I expected a bit more from it (less pronounced colors, a little less contrast and less noise in some occasions). It seems the hardware of the camera is good enough, it just needs further tweaking in my opinion (i am a camera nerd, owning Vivo Xshot before).
I received already 4 updates, mainly for tweaking and stability but I never encountered a crash so far.
Idea Pills, Big Bang are nice to haves, software features are good but some are not so easy to find out. As are the settings for Google apps.
Notifications of WhatsApp is working for me, however you do need to change settings in the app manager otherwise Messenger and WhatsApp for instance freeze at 5 minutes after closing the app (for battery savings). Therefor it’s important to get settings right.
All in all I think for the money it’s a good buy.

I just received this phone with a "global rom" but now it will not update. Does anyone know where I can find the stock ROM and the update procedure. Thanks in advance

reefmonger said:
I just received this phone with a "global rom" but now it will not update. Does anyone know where I can find the stock ROM and the update procedure. Thanks in advance
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I've recieved my Smartisan Nut Pro 2 Smartphone this week! I was so impressed. This is really one of the best looking (and performing) Smartphones.
But as @reefmonger I have the same problem with the fist OTA update I recieved.
It will download, but when installing it just comes back with: Error --> Press Volume UP + Power button to return...
I'm looking for a way / file to install the update manual. It's about Version 4.1.6. I'm now running V4.0.4.
Hope anyone has got an idea or better: the solution

AleXX1976 said:
I've recieved my Smartisan Nut Pro 2 Smartphone this week! I was so impressed. This is really one of the best looking (and performing) Smartphones.
But as @reefmonger I have the same problem with the fist OTA update I recieved.
It will download, but when installing it just comes back with: Error --> Press Volume UP + Power button to return...
I'm looking for a way / file to install the update manual. It's about Version 4.1.6. I'm now running V4.0.4.
Hope anyone has got an idea or better: the solution
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I am thinking this problem is created by Gearbest customizing the stock smartisan ROM. See 5:28 point of this video
https://youtu.be/J50iBANw9MA
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Hi there,
I think it is Gearbest ROM related.
Mine is from Joybuy with original ROM and so far I received 4 successful updates.
Even with Play Store installed from Smartisan market.
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Thnx All.
I Already discovered it is ROM/ version related.
I wanted to update manual to the new version and then the bootloader said it was a wrong version ...
I should be xxxxxxx (forgot the name) and I have the xxxxxxx.hawai version ...
So a difference in Chinese / Global / international version ??
I'll take a look at the youtube film a poster added earlier ...

AleXX1976 said:
Thnx All.
I Already discovered it is ROM/ version related.
I wanted to update manual to the new version and then the bootloader said it was a wrong version ...
I should be xxxxxxx (forgot the name) and I have the xxxxxxx.hawai version ...
So a difference in Chinese / Global / international version ??
I'll take a look at the youtube film a poster added earlier ...
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https://youtu.be/Y2hRCAUO8DI
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I just ordered the 6GB/64GB version which apparently has the new rom with OTA support. It arrives on Wednesday. I really love how customisation the OS is! Just a shame we can't have Android Pay working in the UK!

What are they doing now?
https://www.gizmochina.com/2018/03/...l-9-launch-event-could-it-be-launching-nut-2/
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https://www.gizmochina.com/2018/01/21/smartisan-announce-revolutionary-product-may-15/
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https://www.gizmochina.com/2018/01/21/smartisan-announce-revolutionary-product-may-15/
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I have used thier flagsship for 2016 before (Smartisan M1L for 1 year), and now I am using this Nut Pro 2 and have been using it for about 3 months;
There are some points I think you need and others need to know:
1) Smartisan does not upgrade Android version. so if your phone released with Android 7.1.1, it will stick with forever; but they update the security patches after few of monthes ( 4-12 months )
so don't expect big updates, the maximum update size you will get is 400GB
2) The old phones get the new features (related to softwaare) that packeged in the newest phones, no matter what version of Android is.
3) The Nut Pro 2's camera is very sensitive, mine' camera glass got wrekt but it is still functioning and no any effect to the quality
4) Updates changelog always in chinese, but you can translate it using Big Bang feature.
5) others around you can hear the voice of the caller or the one you are talking to with vie Nut Pro 2.
6) the company is going to release another new phone in April, you can check thier official forums http://bbs.smartisan.com/forum.php?mod=forumdisplay&fid=182
I hope it is flagship, I will buy it and sell my Nut Pro 2 then
7} there is upcoming major update ( Software version 4.5.0 and size will not be higher than 400GB unless you are on very old ROM) - mine is now on version 4.1.7.1 (the latest version for now)
the chinese people are testing the beta now.
8) you can delete 90% of the bloatware and some of main apps such as the primitive calculator.
9) You cannot root the smartisan phones, at least not the new phones.

D.Spirit said:
I have used thier flagsship for 2016 before (Smartisan M1L for 1 year), and now I am using this Nut Pro 2 and have been using it for about 3 months;
There are some points I think you need and others need to know:
1) Smartisan does not upgrade Android version. so if your phone released with Android 7.1.1, it will stick with forever; but they update the security patches after few of monthes ( 4-12 months )
so don't expect big updates, the maximum update size you will get is 400GB
2) The old phones get the new features (related to softwaare) that packeged in the newest phones, no matter what version of Android is.
3) The Nut Pro 2's camera is very sensitive, mine' camera glass got wrekt but it is still functioning and no any effect to the quality
4) Updates changelog always in chinese, but you can translate it using Big Bang feature.
5) others around you can hear the voice of the caller or the one you are talking to with vie Nut Pro 2.
6) the company is going to release another new phone in April, you can check thier official forums http://bbs.smartisan.com/forum.php?mod=forumdisplay&fid=182
I hope it is flagship, I will buy it and sell my Nut Pro 2 then
7} there is upcoming major update ( Software version 4.5.0 and size will not be higher than 400GB unless you are on very old ROM) - mine is now on version 4.1.7.1 (the latest version for now)
the chinese people are testing the beta now.
8) you can delete 90% of the bloatware and some of main apps such as the primitive calculator.
9) You cannot root the smartisan phones, at least not the new phones.
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I notice you can flash the official rom with a flash cable. I ordered one which has arrive. Zi Reviews has posted a how to on his youtube.

Ok I flashed the official software using a deepflash cable. I am now on the 4.1.7.1 build which is awesome. Was really easy to do I don't like the shop rom at all!

Ulefone Armour X8

I'm looking for information about this phone, as I'm considering buying one to replace an ageing Sony Xperia Z5 Compact.
Specifically I'm trying to find out if this phone will receive the upgrade to Android 11, when it comes out (I can purchase it with Android 10 installed).
I'd also like to know if it will actually receive OS updates at all, eg security updates.
I've tried emailing the company directly several times but either receive no reply at all, a canned response that doesn't answer my questions, or mixed-up answers that don't seem to be related to my questions at all.
I've also noted that the X8 doesn't seem to be on Google's list of Certified devices (https://storage.googleapis.com/play_public/supported_devices.html), and again, a question to Ulefone about this is ignored.
Hopefully someone here knows some information about this phone and company?
Or has anyone got any experience with the Armor X8?
As an alternative - if anyone can recommend an IP68 phone (preferably a rugged phone) that has a smaller than 6" screen (preferably smaller than 5.5"), which is Android 10/11 compatible (ie will receive upgrades), has an SD card slot, and has chip/memory specs significantly better than the Xperia Z5 Compact, I'd appreciate it.

Riceburner said:
I'm looking for information about this phone, as I'm considering buying one to replace an ageing Sony Xperia Z5 Compact.
Specifically I'm trying to find out if this phone will receive the upgrade to Android 11, when it comes out (I can purchase it with Android 10 installed).
I'd also like to know if it will actually receive OS updates at all, eg security updates.
I've tried emailing the company directly several times but either receive no reply at all, a canned response that doesn't answer my questions, or mixed-up answers that don't seem to be related to my questions at all.
I've also noted that the X8 doesn't seem to be on Google's list of Certified devices (https://storage.googleapis.com/play_public/supported_devices.html), and again, a question to Ulefone about this is ignored.
Hopefully someone here knows some information about this phone and company?
Or has anyone got any experience with the Armor X8?
As an alternative - if anyone can recommend an IP68 phone (preferably a rugged phone) that has a smaller than 6" screen (preferably smaller than 5.5"), which is Android 10/11 compatible (ie will receive upgrades), has an SD card slot, and has chip/memory specs significantly better than the Xperia Z5 Compact, I'd appreciate it.
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I got it for my wife a few days ago.
It is a certified device.
Whether it will support official updates or not, since it comes with Android 10 and having a Mediatek chipset, it shouldn't be too hard to port newer releases to it. There's some thread here about that for the Armor 6 IIRC.
Overall I'd say it's one of the best phones you can get for its price.

ssorgatem said:
I got it for my wife a few days ago.
It is a certified device.
Whether it will support official updates or not, since it comes with Android 10 and having a Mediatek chipset, it shouldn't be too hard to port newer releases to it. There's some thread here about that for the Armor 6 IIRC.
Overall I'd say it's one of the best phones you can get for its price.
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The Armor 8 is on Google's list - but not the X8. Do we think for certain that they're the same under the skin?
I'm not much of a modder/rooter, generally quite happy with the stock OS, but I do like to receive the security updates, and OS upgrades when they're available. Maybe having a Sony has spoilt me?

They are most definitely not the same under the skin (the X8 is newer and slightly less powerful), but I have had it in my hands and it is certified.

ssorgatem said:
They are most definitely not the same under the skin (the X8 is newer and slightly less powerful), but I have had it in my hands and it is certified.
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Without wishing to be argumentative ( ) - what's telling you it's certified?

Google Play says it's certified (bottom row, "dispositiu certificat" = "certified device")
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Google Play says it's certified (bottom row, "dispositiu certificat" = "certified device")
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Good stuff!
Have you received any security updates or OS upgrades?

Considering she's had it for 10 days...
No, no system updates yet.

Just for reference: I received this, rather abrupt email from Ulefone today:
Hello,
Armor X8 will receive the security updates for Android 10, but cannot upgrade to Android 11.
Best regards
Ulefone
website: [www.ulefone.com]www.ulefone.com
email: [email protected]
location: Shenzhen, China
From: Riceburner
Date: 2021-02-04 18:41
To: [email protected]
Subject: Re: Fw: Android updates and upgrades
Hi,
Can you confirm if the Armor X8 will receive security updates for Android 10?
Will other phones from Ulefone receive an upgrade from Android 10 to Android 11?
Is it just the Armor X8 that will not receive any upgrades?
Many thanks
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I think I'll be looking elsewhere for my next phone.

I know this is an older thread...
but here are the official Android 11 files for the Armor x8, also linked from their support site:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wh8BOdNX0aMUDdOt66FyiktFyq5BIZ7t
They state you will brick it...I just did mine 10 minutes ago, works like a charm! and no more ADUPS !!

treb42 said:
I know this is an older thread...
but here are the official Android 11 files for the Armor x8, also linked from their support site:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1wh8BOdNX0aMUDdOt66FyiktFyq5BIZ7t
They state you will brick it...I just did mine 10 minutes ago, works like a charm! and no more ADUPS !!
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ditto .... this being an older thread
treb42 do you know if your updatable phone was a SH1 or SH2 model as disclosed at the bottom of settings/about phone?
Has anyone else tried to update this for SH1 or SH2 models (or is this irrelevant and I am barking up the wrong tree)
Looking at the warning on the upload page my "guess" is its associated with the SH1 (same column) and no such warning sits under SH2.
Great little tough-phone and I'm using adb to manage ADUPS but I'd prefer to banish it to the deepest depths of hell