I Got my unexpected note 5, Should I root it? - Sprint Samsung Galaxy Note5

Hi friends, a guy was selling a brand new note 5 64 GB for 450 and I gave him the money right away. Still I did't root it yet for 2 reasons. 1- because there's no pretty much any roms available for it, and the 2nd reason is that my Samsung pay might not work if I root it... any ideas? Thanks a lot.

Samsung Pay wont be available if you root it. No question about that.
Also, it is still worth it to get Freezas Kernel because it is extremely fast and you can Root and have the phone already setup for when a fully custom ROM is released.

$450 for a 64gb note 5? You better make it has a clean IMEI number.

K.0.0.L. said:
$450 for a 64gb note 5? You better make it has a clean IMEI number.
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Thanks, I did make sure it was clean, in fact we did the deal at the store. The seller got a free phone from Microsoft so he doesn't need an additional phone as he claimed. He originally bought the device from best buy without a contract. He gave me the receipt, all accessories and the box and basically everything. And also screen protector, beautiful case. I still can't believe it, thanks God I didn't have money to buy this beast phone even though I had my note 4:angel:

bishaarcc said:
Thanks, I did make sure it was clean, in fact we did the deal at the store. The seller got a free phone from Microsoft so he doesn't need an additional phone as he claimed. He originally bought the device from best buy without a contract. He gave me the receipt, all accessories and the box and basically everything. And also screen protector, beautiful case. I still can't believe it, thanks God I didn't have money to buy this beast phone even though I had my note 4:angel:
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That's good.

SlaterMLG said:
Samsung Pay wont be available if you root it. No question about that.
Also, it is still worth it to get Freezas Kernel because it is extremely fast and you can Root and have the phone already setup for when a fully custom ROM is released.
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Oh, man. I wait then. I really want this Samsung pay, it's an awesome feature. Better than both android and Apple pays.

That'sa gold deal you got. And yes don't root until we have a root that will not trip Knox Samsung Pay is cool and did you get your free charger or flip case from Samsung through Samsung Pay?

Uniquebarbee said:
That'sa gold deal you got. And yes don't root until we have a root that will not trip Knox Samsung Pay is cool and did you get your free charger or flip case from Samsung through Samsung Pay?
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Thank you so much friend, I didn't even know the Samsung promo but I after you reminded me I requested my free Wireless charger and yes my order has been made. It'll hopefully arrive in a week or so... thanks a lot Uniquebarbee.......

bishaarcc said:
Thank you so much friend, I didn't even know the Samsung promo but I after you reminded me I requested my free Wireless charger and yes my order has been made. It'll hopefully arrive in a week or so... thanks a lot Uniquebarbee.......
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No problem Enjoy

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Does the Google Play Nexus 5 ever go on sale?

I know it just came out, but I do not need to buy one until February. Should I wait?
No you ough wait until next year when they realse the N6 i think.
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Yes it does....
joshpdavis80 said:
I know it just came out, but I do not need to buy one until February. Should I wait?
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If you are waiting for Google Play Store, please don't wait for them. The best you can do is get free shipping or playstore credit. For retail, the price starts to come down after a few months. If it is close to Christmas, Easter or any major holidays then there are great deals to be taken.
On a new device like this, Google doesn't usually reduce the price. They may offer additional incentives for the holiday season, such as Play Store credit, free shipping, etc., but that's about it. The price won't be reduced until just before the next nexus phone is released, probably 4th quarter 2014. Of course, there's always the possibility of some crazy event affecting the norm... but I wouldn't count on it.
Phone is already cheap for what you get. Check out the Moto G for $200.
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joshpdavis80 said:
I know it just came out, but I do not need to buy one until February. Should I wait?
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The price is already so low for what it is. Please stop being so cheap.
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joshpdavis80 said:
I know it just came out, but I do not need to buy one until February. Should I wait?
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on sale!!?? just like the other user said the moto g mite be the phone for u.. the N5 is already crazy cheap for what u get.. do be honest one of the main reasons i got the n5 is the development it gets.. this is my first nexus phone and i love it.. i have had some many top of the line phone in the past 3 years and none of them come close to the love this phone gets.. i will never get another htc one.. or a galaxy phone again... im sticking with nexus:good:
I am fine with paying $349.That is a great price for the phone. What I am trying to decide is whether to purchase it now or wait for February when I will actually get to use the phone. I want to purchase it now, so that I can have it already. However, if it it might get reduced between now and then, it would be wise to wait. In the past have the prices stayed constant until the new model came out?
joshpdavis80 said:
I am fine with paying $349.That is a great price for the phone. What I am trying to decide is whether to purchase it now or wait for February when I will actually get to use the phone. I want to purchase it now, so that I can have it already. However, if it it might get reduced between now and then, it would be wise to wait. In the past have the prices stayed constant until the new model came out?
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It dont get any better than what the price is on play store. Hell, I got a 32GB one and it was cheaper than what T-Mobile wanted for it. There's your savings lol
P.Mobile said:
i will never get another htc one.. or a galaxy phone again... im sticking with nexus:good:
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I'm done with Galaxy phones too. I booted up my S4 today to update it to the new MK2 OTA update because I'm getting it ready to sell. After a few weeks with my N5 I had already forgotten what a pain in the a$$ Knox is. Never again!

LG V20 H990DS Dual Sim UK

I've received mine today and so far so good.
Using EE and Vodafone sim plus 128gb Sd Card.
I'm going to be testing 4g when i step out for both networks, don't have the best of signals within my house.
Sd card works without any silly error messages or compatibility issues.
Not noticed any Chinese bloatware at all which i a plus, full english os.
So far so good
If you have any questions give me a shout.
I can confirm this version works on all 4 G networks no issues. I've tried EE, Vodafone, O2 and 3.
thanks
Hi Riz
Can you get rid of that fourth button (dual sim) in the navbar if you don't use a second sim ? I think it's a bit distracting.
yes you can
Changed display size to small which is fantastic.
Thanks!
And yes, i think I will like this option to set the display size too.
May I ask where you ordered it from? I found many vendors on Ebay stating 'shipped from UK', but I want to make sure it won't come from Asia and I will not have to pay any custom fee.
Sure it was delivered from UK London.
It was from allanelectronic
100% positive feedback
Arrived earlier then estimated date which is top notch
Responds to queries very quickly i asked loads of questions and answered every single one.
No bloatware etc
pomponazzo said:
Thanks!
And yes, i think I will like this option to set the display size too.
May I ask where you ordered it from? I found many vendors on Ebay stating 'shipped from UK', but I want to make sure it won't come from Asia and I will not have to pay any custom fee.
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Provide my id as recommendation pls riz157.
Very helpful, Riz. Thanks a bunch
You can even hide bottom navbar.
Don't forget to provide my ebay id riz157 pls.
riz157 said:
You can even hide bottom navbar.
Don't forget to provide my ebay id riz157 pls.
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nice man, I'm on vodafone. I should be ok right? vodafone 4g is 800 and 2600. phone is 800 and 2600.
what are your thoughts on the phone? happy with it? I went through all notes except for 6 with no sd cards lot. I ended going to s7 and now miss my big phone!!
what are your thoughts so far on using it? happy?
riz157 said:
You can even hide bottom navbar.
Don't forget to provide my ebay id riz157 pls.
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Also have you rooted yours? I can go without a rom but a root is definitely required.
entwicklun said:
nice man, I'm on vodafone. I should be ok right? vodafone 4g is 800 and 2600. phone is 800 and 2600.
what are your thoughts on the phone? happy with it? I went through all notes except for 6 with no sd cards lot. I ended going to s7 and now miss my big phone!!
what are your thoughts so far on using it? happy?
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You should be fine on the box it clearly states LTE 800 2600.
So far so good no real issues and I'm very happy with my purchase. Nougat is fantastic and some of the dark LG themes are brilliant,
Ui has improved vastly, I recommend it over any other android phone. I've had Pixel XL, Iphone 7 plus, S7 Edge, Huawei p9 plus but v20 is unique mainly due to the second screen.
Camera is excellent
Love the dual sim benefit
My only issue is I wish the build quality was better, wish it was more like the iPhone 7 plus. I prefer heavier phone just gives it a more premium feel.
entwicklun said:
Also have you rooted yours? I can go without a rom but a root is definitely required.
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No real reason to root as no custom Roms or tweaks. So I probably won't root unless there are customs roms flying about.
riz157 said:
You can even hide bottom navbar.
Don't forget to provide my ebay id riz157 pls.
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riz157 said:
You should be fine on the box it clearly states LTE 800 2600.
So far so good no real issues and I'm very happy with my purchase. Nougat is fantastic and some of the dark LG themes are brilliant,
Ui has improved vastly, I recommend it over any other android phone. I've had Pixel XL, Iphone 7 plus, S7 Edge, Huawei p9 plus but v20 is unique mainly due to the second screen.
Camera is excellent
Love the dual sim benefit
My only issue is I wish the build quality was better, wish it was more like the iPhone 7 plus. I prefer heavier phone just gives it a more premium feel.
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riz157 said:
No real reason to root as no custom Roms or tweaks. So I probably won't root unless there are customs roms flying about.
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Nice my man. Imma buy it. Root is good for apps..... Don't you think?
How are you going to root this version exactly??
entwicklun said:
Nice my man. Imma buy it. Root is good for apps..... Don't you think?
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I usually root all my phones but at the moment for me there's no real reason too. Hopefully development takes off for this phone then I might.
Also I'll only root if there's no real risk and I don't feel comfortable just yet.
riz157 said:
I usually root all my phones but at the moment for me there's no real reason too. Hopefully development takes off for this phone then I might.
Also I'll only root if there's no real risk and I don't feel comfortable just yet.
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Hopefully dev does take off you're quite right. Be a shame otherwise. I use to do galaxy notes. Didn't get 6 cause no ad card. Then 7 obviously..... So this is my new alternative. Looking forward to it too haha
Yeah no risk I'll root too. I definitely need it though. I'll fund it to support whoevers I use to say thanks. That's how much I appreciate it lol.. How many days did it take to get your v20 from that Ireland seller?
entwicklun said:
Hopefully dev does take off you're quite right. Be a shame otherwise. I use to do galaxy notes. Didn't get 6 cause no ad card. Then 7 obviously..... So this is my new alternative. Looking forward to it too haha
Yeah no risk I'll root too. I definitely need it though. I'll fund it to support whoevers I use to say thanks. That's how much I appreciate it lol.. How many days did it take to get your v20 from that Ireland seller?
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He gives estimate of 8 days.
If you order from same seller give my id he might speed it up really!!
nice! i'll do that now
Just to confirm this works on all 4G networks within the UK. I've tested all networks and no issues.
Does it have 3G standy or 2G for the second SIM?

Thinking about buying the Honor 8.

Hi guys I just need your opinion.
Should I buy this phone or wait for the new coming phones realease this year?
I don't want to spend a flagship price tag at the time being and this phone price looks pretty appealing.
fnudaniel83 said:
Hi guys I just need your opinion.
Should I buy this phone or wait for the new coming phones realease this year?
I don't want to spend a flagship price tag at the time being and this phone price looks pretty appealing.
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Honestly I think this phone is really good, having said that though I am in the process of returning mine. Just look at the lack of activity in these threads for this phone and lack of custom roms, if you are happy with stock phone then get it otherwise theres hardly any custom stable roms unfortunately and there sadly seems to be a lack of devs here for this phone.
Ned_Flanders said:
Honestly I think this phone is really good, having said that though I am in the process of returning mine. Just look at the lack of activity in these threads for this phone and lack of custom roms, if you are happy with stock phone then get it otherwise theres hardly any custom stable roms unfortunately and there sadly seems to be a lack of devs here for this phone.
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Hi thank you for your reply. Yeah I think I'm just gonna have this phone stock. May I know what is the reason for you to return this phone?
Ned_Flanders said:
Honestly I think this phone is really good, having said that though I am in the process of returning mine. Just look at the lack of activity in these threads for this phone and lack of custom roms, if you are happy with stock phone then get it otherwise theres hardly any custom stable roms unfortunately and there sadly seems to be a lack of devs here for this phone.
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If you don't need to mess with custom roms and stuff, get it.
Is really a bargain for the specs.
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I just purchased one from B&H photo. I was going to get a new one, for $110 off the purchase price, of a 32 or 64gb version. But they had used white 32gb version, 9 out of 10, for $219 free shipping, so I got that. It will be here Friday. Hope it is in good shape. For $219 can't go wrong.
bricky23 said:
I just purchased one from B&H photo. I was going to get a new one, for $110 off the purchase price, of a 32 or 64gb version. But they had used white 32gb version, 9 out of 10, for $219 free shipping, so I got that. It will be here Friday. Hope it is in good shape. For $219 can't go wrong.
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Yeah I'm about to pull the trigger on that deal as well. I kinda wish it comes other the doctor strange bundle.
They're a bunch of used one on ebay for around $250 ish (no original box), but for $40 more I would rather pay for a new device or reputable seller.
bricky23 said:
I just purchased one from B&H photo. I was going to get a new one, for $110 off the purchase price, of a 32 or 64gb version. But they had used white 32gb version, 9 out of 10, for $219 free shipping, so I got that. It will be here Friday. Hope it is in good shape. For $219 can't go wrong.
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U got a real result there mate.
I have had my honor 8 for a few months now and I love it.
I hadn't rooted Etc and staying with stock on this one for a good while.
I know that people ain't happy with the custom ROM stuff that's happening or not happening.
This will change though, off you read what the devs are saying over on the custom ROM thread they are saying that they are working on thier own sources for Lineage 14.1 and once they have that sorted all of the other ROMs will quickly follow.
If I could start again with this phone would I still buy it knowing what I know about honor's lack of involvement ??
Yes I would for sure. It's a great phone with great specs.
I also have access to the pixel and I honestly prefer my Honor 8
John
It's a very good phone,fast,stable,good battery life and a very nice looking design. As other members said, if you plan to root and want custom rom i'm not going to recommend it, but if you stay stock, go get it. I got like one month ago and i'm happy, i didn't made root, i'm running B360 (Android 7.0) on FRD-L09 and everything it's just perfect. I like the EMUI 5.0 a lot, idk why a lot of people hate it. So, as i said, if you don't care too much about development go get it.
Sheldd said:
It's a very good phone,fast,stable,good battery life and a very nice looking design. As other members said, if you plan to root and want custom rom i'm not going to recommend it, but if you stay stock, go get it. I got like one month ago and i'm happy, i didn't made root, i'm running B360 (Android 7.0) on FRD-L09 and everything it's just perfect. I like the EMUI 5.0 a lot, idk why a lot of people hate it. So, as i said, if you don't care too much about development go get it.
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Well said that man
Thank you for your input guys. I did ordered one yesterday.
Yeah I feel like this day and age its kinda ridiculous to spend $800 and up to get a smartphone.
For the people that owns the phone, have you guys received Android N update yet?
fnudaniel83 said:
Thank you for your input guys. I did ordered one yesterday.
Yeah I feel like this day and age its kinda ridiculous to spend $800 and up to get a smartphone.
For the people that owns the phone, have you guys received Android N update yet?
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Not yet. (unlocked Ld04, in Argentina)
Hoping to get it soon.
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Yes I have had the N update for a while.
It's all running very well, very smooth, I'm not finding any bugs.
My flat mate has the pixel and his phone is not running any better than my Honor 8

PSA: If you Activate Samsung Pay you get 1300 points.

If you active Samsung pay you get 1300 points. You can redeem 1,000 points for a free S-View case.
I made this on the S8+ forum also. I don't know if duplicate posts across forums are allowed.
That is the galaxy S7 S-View case from what I see.
bamfsig45 said:
That is the galaxy S7 S-View case from what I see.
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Oh wow, you're right. My bad
so you cant get anything with the points?
Soo.... its not 1300 just for samsung pay.
Its that you get 1000 for having preordered the S8 after you do the whole promo. Then you get 300 after you add a card.
I have 1300 now.
Oh and you get 300 more points if you make your 1st purchase using it.
I used 1200/1300 of my points trying to win a Gear S3 watch (100pts/each turn). Nothing :sad:
When I try to login, gave me "error connecting to server".
stygi4n said:
I can't find Samsung Pay on my S8...
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May not be available where you are. But when I started using S8, an image of a card kept popping up from the bottom. Also, Samsung Pay can be downloaded from Galaxy Apps store.
I saw an update for Samsung Pay last night and it's for added support for S8 and S8+. I'm already using Samsung Pay on my S6, so... I doubt I'm eligible for that offer. D: Thought it was for new users only.
Meanee said:
May not be available where you are. But when I started using S8, an image of a card kept popping up from the bottom. Also, Samsung Pay can be downloaded from Galaxy Apps store.
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weird, i'm on Ireland and should work...
J-Hop2o6 said:
I used 1200/1300 of my points trying to win a Gear S3 watch (100pts/each turn). Nothing :sad:
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I used 1800 points on it, nothing here.
FluxionFluff said:
I saw an update for Samsung Pay last night and it's for added support for S8 and S8+. I'm already using Samsung Pay on my S6, so... I doubt I'm eligible for that offer. D: Thought it was for new users only.
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The offer is for preordering the S8
It also gave me platinum status. How long will the Platinum status last?
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The offer is for preordering the S8
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Oh really? I figured it would only for the new people who've never used Samsung Pay before and pre-ordered, not for those who've already used Samsung Pay on previous phones and did the pre-order. Guess we'll find out tomorrow when I get my device and test it out myself, haha.
FluxionFluff said:
Oh really? I figured it would only for the new people who've never used Samsung Pay before and pre-ordered, not for those who've already used Samsung Pay on previous phones and did the pre-order. Guess we'll find out tomorrow when I get my device and test it out myself, haha.
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I got the Platinum bonus and I had Samsung pay on 2 Note 7s, S7E, and on my Gear S3.
FluxionFluff said:
Oh really? I figured it would only for the new people who've never used Samsung Pay before and pre-ordered, not for those who've already used Samsung Pay on previous phones and did the pre-order. Guess we'll find out tomorrow when I get my device and test it out myself, haha.
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I've had pay for a while now.
I got 1500 points. Redeemed it for a $5.00 Visa card
Sent from my wickedly awesome Galaxy Note 10.1 2014 using my S-Pen. Duh!!!
tourbound129 said:
I got the Platinum bonus and I had Samsung pay on 2 Note 7s, S7E, and on my Gear S3.
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I've had pay for a while now.
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Good to know. Glad that the offer extends to current Samsung Pay users.
Hm, I just activated it and I only got 1000 points. Still have got platinum status though.
EDIT TO ADD: Oh, just noticed that you have to purchase stuff after you activate it. That's how you get extra points.
Have 1300 points. 1000 for activating and 300 for adding a card

I hate this flash sale thing

I am from india, and trying to get nokia 6 since last month, but Amazon is really making it irritating with its flash sale crap. Why dont they simply makes this available to all.
neteater said:
I am from india, and trying to get nokia 6 since last month, but Amazon is really making it irritating with its flash sale crap. Why dont they simply makes this available to all.
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Buy from ebay.in 64GB and 4GB RAM. Use 10% disc coupon. But ask for TA1003 model only. TA1000 comes with modified ROM and you cannot update OTA.
But only seller warranty applicable as phone is imported.
reju said:
Buy from ebay.in 64GB and 4GB RAM. Use 10% disc coupon. But ask for TA1003 model only. TA1000 comes with modified ROM and you cannot update OTA.
But only seller warranty applicable as phone is imported.
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No ,ebay model are Chinese varients and play store is not working.
neteater said:
No ,ebay model are Chinese varients and play store is not working.
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Bro just try getting to the page of the phone 30 minutes prior to the sale and add money to Amazon pay fill your details before the sale starts . I got it like that
d.b.pardeshi said:
Bro just try getting to the page of the phone 30 minutes prior to the sale and add money to Amazon pay fill your details before the sale starts . I got it like that
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Yes, this is exactly my question, why i have to wait like crazy to buy something for which i am ready to pay, its not a life saving medicine afterall. I remember waiting for meizu m3 note in same way, and with this same idiotic practice people lost their interest in phone and now no one cares about it.
neteater said:
Yes, this is exactly my question, why i have to wait like crazy to buy something for which i am ready to pay, its not a life saving medicine afterall. I remember waiting for meizu m3 note in same way, and with this same idiotic practice people lost their interest in phone and now no one cares about it.
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Chill out bro.... This flash sale is to gain popularity... Increase interest in their fone ... Basically competition...

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