Buying mate 8 from China - Mate 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi!
You all who lives in europe and bought The mate 8 from China. From like aliexpress, how does insurance work if you will experience some trouble with the phone? If I buy it in some lokal store where i live i can just let them deal with it. Im just curious how to deal and what to expect if i buy it from China!

akilles86 said:
Hi!
You all who lives in europe and bought The mate 8 from China. From like aliexpress, how does insurance work if you will experience some trouble with the phone? If I buy it in some lokal store where i live i can just let them deal with it. Im just curious how to deal and what to expect if i buy it from China!
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They usually give you a 1 year warranty. You'd have to contact the place you bought it from if you had a problem.

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Nexus 5 in China

Hi There,
Heading over to Guangzhou city, guangzhou very soon! Just wondering where the best place to buy the N5 is there? I know this place called vgooo.com but their site hasn't listed any prices or news and im asumming many stores already stock this device. I dont mind whether it is black/grey market goods hehe. Cheers!
johno168 said:
Hi There,
Heading over to Guangzhou city, guangzhou very soon! Just wondering where the best place to buy the N5 is there? I know this place called vgooo.com but their site hasn't listed any prices or news and im asumming many stores already stock this device. I dont mind whether it is black/grey market goods hehe. Cheers!
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You can't buy from Google in China?
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FuMMoD said:
You can't buy from Google in China?
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Unfortunately no, everything Google is blocked in China. :/
johno168 said:
Unfortunately no, everything Google is blocked in China. :/
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Oh wow that's horrible! There have been users here that somehow get it shipped to a courier in a different country then shipped to them. Hopefully one can help you in your situation. I didn't know about the whole situation with Google in China. Best of luck to you!
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I live in Shanghai and bought a US version 32GB for 3,000 RMB. I am aware that I won't be able to use LTE in the future, but I wasn't prepared to go for a HK version for near enough the same price and only 16GB.
I bought online from Taobao - http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5.w4002-1856930535.34.1QlftW&id=35735211682 - A reputable seller who throws in a lot of freebies like screen protector, case, extra usb cable etc.
You will need a Chinese bank card to use though.
Otherwise I'm sure there are camera markets in Guangzhou where you can buy imported versions.
FuMMoD said:
Oh wow that's horrible! There have been users here that somehow get it shipped to a courier in a different country then shipped to them. Hopefully one can help you in your situation. I didn't know about the whole situation with Google in China. Best of luck to you!
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Yeah that is an option but it might take a while for shipping! Cheers!
manalicream said:
I live in Shanghai and bought a US version 32GB for 3,000 RMB. I am aware that I won't be able to use LTE in the future, but I wasn't prepared to go for a HK version for near enough the same price and only 16GB.
I bought online from Taobao - http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a1z10.5.w4002-1856930535.34.1QlftW&id=35735211682 - A reputable seller who throws in a lot of freebies like screen protector, case, extra usb cable etc.
You will need a Chinese bank card to use though.
Otherwise I'm sure there are camera markets in Guangzhou where you can buy imported versions.
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I've checked on that site before, but was looking for a physical store in Guangzhou City to go to! Hopefully there's a Hong Kong / ROW version because LTE is on 1800mhz here in New Zealand!
Thank you!
Buy from Japan and get it reshipped through jshoppers Tenso.
Or else wait a few days, Google Play HK is rumoured very very soon. Prices will be around HK$3.2k for 16GB and HK$3.6k for 32GB.

[Q] Buying in China (physically)

Hi,
I'm going to be in China from now and until October and I really want to buy a 1+1, but don't have an invitation.
My question is where I can find this phone on the streets and how much will it cost there?
(I'll be at Shantou, Hong Kong, Guilin, Chengdu and Beijing).
Tnx for the help!
Couldn't you just buy the Chinese OPO online and have it shipped to where you are staying? Since they will ship from China, it won't take too long for it to arrive where you're staying?
He could save on shipping, tax and customs if he's already going to China
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hashim71 said:
He could save on shipping, tax and customs if he's already going to China
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If you're already in China I don't think you have to pay for customs? I could be wrong as I'm not familiar with China. I would assume a Chinese phone shop could have them in stock or various carrier mobile stores.
D or 8 said:
Hi,
I'm going to be in China from now and until October and I really want to buy a 1+1, but don't have an invitation.
My question is where I can find this phone on the streets and how much will it cost there?
(I'll be at Shantou, Hong Kong, Guilin, Chengdu and Beijing).
Tnx for the help!
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I'm in Beijing and if you go to a store like Gomez they will have it there. Don't remember the price but I remember it being pretty close to what the cost for it was online.
Thanks for the comments!
When you say pretty close to the prices we see online, you mean online Oneplus store or sites like DX, eBay..?
D or 8 said:
Thanks for the comments!
When you say pretty close to the prices we see online, you mean online Oneplus store or sites like DX, eBay..?
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Oppomart, Aliexpress.

Mate 9 Pro-> Available at all? in U.S.?

The Porsche Design is incredibly expensive. But they have announced a Mate 9 Pro, and is on their web site here. But no information on versions, or places to purchase.
Google search not turning anything up either.
Seems like this time of year would be good time to get this stuff out there and available.
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The Porsche Design is incredibly expensive. But they have announced a Mate 9 Pro, and is on their web site here. But no information on versions, or places to purchase.
Google search not turning anything up either.
Seems like this time of year would be good time to get this stuff out there and available.
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It's only a limited release so far.
It's available in China, Finland, Sweden, Norway and Denmark.
Your only way of getting it would probably be to import a Chinese version. I've yet to see a Nordic shop ship internationally even though it would probably be preferable (albeit more expensive) to get one from a Nordic country.
Other than that, you can only cross your fingers and hope it sees a wider release. I'm guessing they're testing to see the reception of a curved amoled display for future devices.
Thanks
Sweden and most of the others appears to be pre order from 20th.
i've found a couple of shops in sweden that will ship to other countries when they do have stock...
If you find out where the Pro is available for purchase online, please post.
Yeah, a lot of people like me have interest on this Model.
Sure. Likewise, of course.
Misco in sweden will post overseas but they only taking pre orders and are not guaranteeing it'll be instock by 20th. They said telcos will get them first so maybe try them....
swordstool said:
If you find out where the Pro is available for purchase online, please post.
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aliexpress is already selling this phone.
domon07 said:
aliexpress is already selling this phone.
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Yup. It sure is. Although it is not available from a supplier in the U.S.
One of my concerns about purchasing a phone that would not be from a vendor in the U.S. is support. Even if the support is 'good', timing for handling would be an issue, I presume. Maybe my concern is not valid...I don't know.
The other thing for me is if I purchase a phone (especially one in that price range) I want to be able to evaluate it for at least a couple weeks and return it if it's not for me for whatever reason. The Oneplus 3 has a 14 day policy, and the Axon 7 has 30 days.
I talked to Huawei customer support today inquiring about the Mate 9 Pro because I have been wanting to get one but was told that they do not recommend buying it from 3rd party vendors or sellers and there is no warranty for the international version of the phone if you use it in the U.S.
Well, that ended my hopes of getting an expensive unlocked phone. Might as well wait for the upcoming phones...
oh77 said:
I talked to Huawei customer support today inquiring about the Mate 9 Pro because I have been wanting to get one but was told that they do not recommend buying it from 3rd party vendors or sellers and there is no warranty for the international version of the phone if you use it in the U.S.
Well, that ended my hopes of getting an expensive unlocked phone. Might as well wait for the upcoming phones...
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Some re-sellers offer warranty support.
I wouldn't worry about it... I've never had to use warranty service for any of my smartphones. I've been searching but can't find any places selling this phone in silver/gray at a decent price... most are $1,000+. I already got burned when I bought my international Mate 9 (lost $200 when I sold it after the unexpected U.S. release).
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One of my concerns about purchasing a phone that would not be from a vendor in the U.S. is support. Even if the support is 'good', timing for handling would be an issue, I presume. Maybe my concern is not valid...I don't know.
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Very valid. I bought a Mate 9 Pro in the USA via a seller on ebay. The sellers post just said huawei has 12 month warranty. Which is true. Just incomplete
After i received the device, i could figure out:
Huawei does not seem to have global warranty support == you need to send in the device for any form of repairs to the country where it is originally from.
My device seems to be from Taiwan, but that is just conjecture by me because the packaging has a URL from Taiwan on it. Alas, the Taiwanese Huawei site is one of the few that does not have online warranty check and when i sent an email to them from the webpage to inquire about my warranty status, i never got a reply. Maybe they can not or do not want to talk english. Or deal with overseas sold units customers.
Aka: i guess i am pretty much out of luck wrt. warranty unless i learn chinese and jump into a plane to taipeh. Which could be fun . But i guessed something like that to be the situation before i bought the phone, so no big surprise.
i got my mate 9 pro from ebay too. and it's also from taiwan. it's the gray one and it's only $878 + intl express shipping. i think it's the cheapest gray mate 9 pro coz some sellers from aliexpress sells it for even more than $1000 coz it's very rare. and they are selling the chinese version too. mine's international, i got it after 5 days here in new zealand via dhl. didn't have pay any import dutiesas well. the seller only sold 4 of these and i was one of the luckiest to grab the sale. here's the link:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/5-5-quot-HUAW...-40-Gray-41-/201786380080?txnId=1477941202010
domon07 said:
i got my mate 9 pro from ebay too. and it's also from taiwan. it's the gray one and it's only $878 + intl express shipping. i think it's the cheapest gray mate 9 pro coz some sellers from aliexpress sells it for even more than $1000 coz it's very rare. and they are selling the chinese version too. mine's international, i got it after 5 days here in new zealand via dhl. didn't have pay any import dutiesas well. the seller only sold 4 of these and i was one of the luckiest to grab the sale. here's the link:
http://m.ebay.com/itm/5-5-quot-HUAW...-40-Gray-41-/201786380080?txnId=1477941202010
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That is a great price! Gray does seem to cost a lot more because it's unavailable mostly... there's a AL00 (China) model open box on eBay, but I'm afraid of dealing with annoyances from buying a Chinese model.
I've just ordered the gold via Amazon Prime for $889. At least that way I actually CAN easily return the phone and get my money back if I don't like it... or if Huawei does a release in the U.S. soon I won't get screwed.
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That is a great price! Gray does seem to cost a lot more because it's unavailable mostly... there's a AL00 (China) model open box on eBay, but I'm afraid of dealing with annoyances from buying a Chinese model.
I've just ordered the gold via Amazon Prime for $889. At least that way I actually CAN easily return the phone and get my money back if I don't like it... or if Huawei does a release in the U.S. soon I won't get screwed.
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I think I might have seen the same listing on Amazon as you for the gold one. But I got my gold model m9pro for $773 with free shipping (no tax) on ebay. it was a great deal and have been loving the phone. I got the C636 build which I believe is the European version but could be wrong.
It is available through Amazon (all versions-Porsche, Pro, USA and International).
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mate+9
Sebring5 said:
It is available through Amazon (all versions-Porsche, Pro, USA and International).
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mate+9
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still no black pro like the one i have. i wonder why it's very rare and more expensive than the gold one.
Sebring5 said:
It is available through Amazon (all versions-Porsche, Pro, USA and International).
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias=aps&field-keywords=mate+9
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I just checked your link, Porsche was there, no Pro. One said it was a Pro, and I could be wrong, but my understanding is that the Pro is 6GB of memory, and the one listed said 4 GB.
A The only reason I would want a Pro is for 6GB of memory.
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I just checked your link, Porsche was there, no Pro. One said it was a Pro, and I could be wrong, but my understanding is that the Pro is 6GB of memory, and the one listed said 4 GB.
A The only reason I would want a Pro is for 6GB of memory.
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There are 2 variants of the pro: 4/64GB and 6/128GB.

One Plus 7 PRO stores in USA

Im going to USA in 2 month, does anyone knows If i can buy the One Plus 7 PRO in Stores or Just ordering online ?
Yes it's available from tmobile, Verizon, AT&T, and maybe a few others.
felipy2k said:
Im going to USA in 2 month, does anyone knows If i can buy the One Plus 7 PRO in Stores or Just ordering online ?
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T-Mobile sells only a single SIM variant. It's the 8gb/256gb version.
AT&T and Verizon sells OnePlus 7 pro's... Since when? I thought it was tmobo exclusive. He said purchase not activate.
Bradl79 said:
AT&T and Verizon sells OnePlus 7 pro's... Since when? I thought it was tmobo exclusive. He said purchase not activate.
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Since XDA was the leader of misinformation.
I need 2 Sims cause i cant deal walking everyday with my Company phone! And yes i would like contract Free .... How long will take If i order it online in the One Plus website? Do you guys have a clue?
felipy2k said:
I need 2 Sims cause i cant deal walking everyday with my Company phone! And yes i would like contract Free .... How long will take If i order it online in the One Plus website? Do you guys have a clue?
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In the US shipping is within 24hrs so depends on the shipping option you choose, around 3 to 5 business days, keep in mind 4th of July is coming up so it may be an extra day or two for shipping.

OnePlus 7 Pro GM1910 in Canada

I am looking to buy a OnePlus 7 Pro from Swiftronics. They sell the GM1910 (China) version of the phone but I believe they flash Oxygen OS using the built in updater.
It looks like it should be perfectly usable in Canada but I just wanted to confirm I would not have issues with OTA updates or connectivity issues.
Currently in Ontario and on Koodo.
Hey it would work with no problems. But I would recommend ordering from Ali express as it would be cheaper. I got my oneplus 7 Chinese version with global ROM installed and I've been getting all the OTA's with no problem. PS I'm in Atlantic Canada
Hey it would work with no problems. But I would recommend ordering from Ali express as it would be cheaper. I got my oneplus 7 Chinese version with global ROM installed and I've been getting all the OTA's with no problem. PS I'm in Atlantic Canada
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Ok thanks. I'm not sure if I trust such a large purchase from AliExpress. I feel like I would have a better chance of getting my money back if there was anything wrong from a Canadian reseller. Especially since it won't have a warranty. Unless you have a link to a really reputable reseller with a much lower price.
Yea that's totally up to you. I've purchased several expensive items from Ali express. Never had a problem. My biggest purchase was my one plus 7 as well haha. I usually look for a seller with most units sold and good reviews obviously. Also free shipping haha since you don't pay import duties on free shipping.

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