so it seems that i have just about had it with my mate 7. if someone would have told me of the lack of custom roms i would not have bought it. having said that, its a new year with new phones rocking snapdragon 820!!! YAY!!! so, anyone know of any good 6 inch phones coming out soon? im currently looking at the Oppo R7 Plus and the ZTE Axon Max but like i said, im hoping for a phone with an SD820. anyway, any and all suggestions are welcome. thanks!
Just look at the news section of the XDA site. They're at MWC 2016 right now, looking at the new releases.
I have been looking at MVC I think this year was a huge disappointment. Vivo Xplay 5 was biggest surprise.
LG G5 was a nice concept..it is just that the LG lack totally any sense of elegant design.. it looks not good on the back..
camera and performance is probably good, but the battery performance is probably not good (and no I will not carry a extra battery in my pocket)
S7 I think they will suceed with most things, good battery life, best display..
Why I will not buy S7 is the price.. and Samsung software..I can't stand it..
I am not a huge fan of samsung design and form factor..
I regret I did not buy the Mate 8 in november now..I will now buy the Mate 8, the mocha brown version. I was so sure I would buy the gold version but..after much thinking..I will go with the mocha brown.
What's wrong with your M7?
I'd like a Mate 8 myself, it's a beast!
But I don't need one.
The Mate 7 does what I need. It's a nice phone.
If you want to update but your M7 is running ok, I'd wait a month or two and see what new models are released.
Well if official marshmallow had been released by now I might have kept the mate 7 for a while
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What's wrong with your M7?
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im tired of huaweis bastardized version of android. to bad their arent many other 6 inch phones around. i hope oppo makes an R7 successor soon.
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I'd like a Mate 8 myself, it's a beast!
But I don't need one.
The Mate 7 does what I need. It's a nice phone.
If you want to update but your M7 is running ok, I'd wait a month or two and see what new models are released.
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Exactly, today the Mate7 is a fantastic smartphone
I love this smartphone!
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im tired of huaweis bastardized version of android. to bad their arent many other 6 inch phones around. i hope oppo makes an R7 successor soon.
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Apex or nova launcher should had been pre installed
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Apex or nova launcher should had been pre installed
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I use Smart Launcher Pro. It's the only launcher I have found that properly supports full rotation and re-organisation of lockscreen and homescreen. I use it in landscape in the car and that one feature is a must have.
I removed the Huawei launcher. Just garbage without the app drawer. Why cripple the device so iSheep can use it?
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Apex or nova launcher should had been pre installed
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CM12 or stock android should have been pre installed.
CM12 or higher would be great
But so unlikely to ever happen and support all hardware properly
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CM12 or higher would be great
But so unlikely to ever happen and support all hardware properly
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and this is why i will never buy another huawei phone...... at least not one that doesn't have a snapdragon soc. if only huawei released their phones with snapdragon soc's for north america.
Hey, give Huawei a chance. The hardware rocks, but the software lacks polish. Wait for a few more releases and I'm sure Huawei will release a phone with a software that's par with other brands.
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I'm like you. I want a 6" display. And i'm bored by huawei roms. I want a snapdragon with custom's rom.
But with 6" display... Vivo was exciting, but just 5,5 finally.
Samsung A9 and A9 pro were great but not released in EU...
I'm really waiting for Oppo R9. Seems to have a 6" display like Oppo r7 plus but with s820...
At 9-th Mart will be present Huawei P9 Max - rumored 6.3" display.
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At 9-th Mart will be present Huawei P9 Max - rumored 6.3" display.
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T'es, but still emui and kirin proc. With no custom roms... Only SD have custom roms.
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I'm like you. I want a 6" display. And i'm bored by huawei roms. I want a snapdragon with custom's rom.
But with 6" display... Vivo was exciting, but just 5,5 finally.
Samsung A9 and A9 pro were great but not released in EU...
I'm really waiting for Oppo R9. Seems to have a 6" display like Oppo r7 plus but with s820...
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this was my hope as well but it seems that the R9 wont have an SD820. from recent pictures it also looks like it will have a front facing fingerprint scanner which is a major turn off for me. it looks like ill have to wait to see what ZTE does.
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At 9-th Mart will be present Huawei P9 Max - rumored 6.3" display.
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never again...... never again huawei!!!
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so it seems that i have just about had it with my mate 7. if someone would have told me of the lack of custom roms i would not have bought it. having said that, its a new year with new phones rocking snapdragon 820!!! YAY!!! so, anyone know of any good 6 inch phones coming out soon? im currently looking at the Oppo R7 Plus and the ZTE Axon Max but like i said, im hoping for a phone with an SD820. anyway, any and all suggestions are welcome. thanks!
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I hesitated for a long time between the M7 and the R7 Plus , ended up with the R7 Plus and so far i'm very impressed , the official CM12.1/CM13 support is very nice , it has a Snapdragon 615 which is of course less powerful than the 820 but it results in an astounding battery life , lasting a full day and well into the second day. Good luck with whatever choice you make. :silly:
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I hesitated for a long time between the M7 and the R7 Plus , ended up with the R7 Plus and so far i'm very impressed , the official CM12.1/CM13 support is very nice , it has a Snapdragon 615 which is of course less powerful than the 820 but it results in an astounding battery life , lasting a full day and well into the second day. Good luck with whatever choice you make. :silly:
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thanks for the advice. at the moment it seems like the R7+ might be my next phone. im still going to wait to see what zte has to offer before i buy anything. tbh, i dont mind the processor size as long as its a snapdragon and has at least 3GB of ram with expandable storage ill be fine.
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I saw several reviews from Mate 7 and I loved it, It´s an incredible phone, but some important aspect for me is the community development. I like to get root, flash Roms and get updates to be in the last version
But I found that this forum has very little development
Is it because Huawei launches few updates?
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I saw several reviews from Mate 7 and I loved it, It´s an incredible phone, but some important aspect for me is the community development. I like to get root, flash Roms and get updates to be in the last version
But I found that this forum has very little development
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Its mainly because its not a mainstream device which is sold far less then fi Samsung, LG, HTC etc. and scource codes are only public in a limited form afaik. Most development is done for Qualcomm CPU based devices.
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I saw several reviews from Mate 7 and I loved it, It´s an incredible phone, but some important aspect for me is the community development. I like to get root, flash Roms and get updates to be in the last version
But I found that this forum has very little development
Is it because Huawei launches few updates?
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They ar no interested in Huawei phones so much ... they need to be popular to get devs. think oh yeah it is worth now..
If it could be possible at least decompile apks from stock rom maybe there would be more development
But for sure the different soc and the fact that it's not so supported by updates are relevant aspects in this kind of issues
Understand.. It's a pity, because that might be the reason why I won't buy phones like ascend mate 7 or honor 7. If we pay these high prices we deserve the phone to be updated, I think
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Understand.. It's a pity, because that might be the reason why I won't buy phones like ascend mate 7 or honor 7. If we pay these high prices we deserve the phone to be updated, I think
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high prices ?god ppl i dont know u wud still whinge if u get the phone for free.. ! fkin mate 7 cost 250 these days and it is very reliable phone ! fkin honor 7 cost £200 .. u wanna say this is expensive?? are u freaking real??
seems ppl can value stuff these days really .!
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high prices ?god ppl i dont know u wud still whinge if u get the phone for free.. ! fkin mate 7 cost 250 these days and it is very reliable phone ! fkin honor 7 cost £200 .. u wanna say this is expensive?? are u freaking real??
seems ppl can value stuff these days really .!
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Actually you are right, it's really cheap compared to LG, Samsung etc.. But I was comparing to other brands like Xiaomi, Umi, Elephone or Ulefone, which is what I'm gonna buy next, that's why I called the others from Huawei or Honor 'high price'
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Actually you are right, it's really cheap compared to LG, Samsung etc.. But I was comparing to other brands like Xiaomi, Umi, Elephone or Ulefone, which is what I'm gonna buy next, that's why I called the others from Huawei or Honor 'high price'
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am pretty sure u won't go for those a little bit ''amateurish'' phones .. only two chinese brands are for me reliable and trust-able Huawei and Vivo
I have Vivo X5Pro too and it is very nice slim phone .. with Eye ID scan
What device is next for you and why?
I want quick software updates, fingerprint sensor and good camera. 5X seems to be right choice, but it's not impressive. New HTC is another option.
I also consider buying one of chinese devices (Oneplus, xioami) if they get stable aosp roms. So far HTC seems to be best device around
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What device is next for you and why?
I want quick software updates, fingerprint sensor and good camera. 5X seems to be right choice, but it's not impressive. New HTC is another option.
I also consider buying one of chinese devices (Oneplus, xioami) if they get stable aosp roms. So far HTC seems to be best device around
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I am waiting on the rumored 2016 Nexus devices. I am looking for a great camera and wireless charging.
I live in Brazil, theres no upgrade options for my needs here. Just overpriced flagships of the past. If something happens with my n5 will search for a moto just because of aosp support from xda. But probably an old moto x2
I'm a Brazilian without English Course, sorry and be comprehensive
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What device is next for you and why?
I want quick software updates, fingerprint sensor and good camera. 5X seems to be right choice, but it's not impressive. New HTC is another option.
I also consider buying one of chinese devices (Oneplus, xioami) if they get stable aosp roms. So far HTC seems to be best device around
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Xiaomi Mi5, price is good.
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I live in Brazil, theres no upgrade options for my needs here. Just overpriced flagships of the past. If something happens with my n5 will search for a moto just because of aosp support from xda. But probably an old moto x2
I'm a Brazilian without English Course, sorry and be comprehensive
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I can understand you...[emoji12] [emoji12] [emoji12]
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Will Mi5 get full aosp support? Complete camera capabilities and fingerprint reader support?
Im considering device with good camera, fingerprint sensor, with good battery life and also with great community support..
these are my choices:
Redmi Note 3 Pro
ZUK Z2 Pro
ZUK Z1
Honor 5x/GR5
I am waiting for new nexus.
The n5 was the last nexus sold here in brazil, and for a brief time. For some reason nexus 6 wasnt sold here, even with the big success moto have with brazilians. I would consider a Nexus 6 now that google keyboard have the awesome one handed mode
I'm a Brazilian without English Course, sorry and be comprehensive
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The n5 was the last nexus sold here in brazil, and for a brief time. For some reason nexus 6 wasnt sold here, even with the big success moto have with brazilians. I would consider a Nexus 6 now that google keyboard have the awesome one handed mode
I'm a Brazilian without English Course, sorry and be comprehensive
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@prog19 Same here, Turkey. Nexus 5 is the last Nexus that sold in Turkey. :/
The One Plus 3 certainly ticks all my boxes. Though very curious if there is going to be a good Nexus 2016.
http://www.techradar.com/news/phone-and-communications/mobile-phones/oneplus-3-1301222
This year I will change phone as well but for now there is nothing interesting...
waiting for:
1) motorola x 2016
2) one plus 3
3) nexus 2016 <-- probably that will be my phone, so I hope will be nice
New Nexus 6, new Nexus 6 and... new Nexus 6 !!!
Still with my N5, hanging with it...screen already replaced a couple of months ago but few days ago the screen start literally to vanish... turn of the device all night long and it was gone... uff I was already thinking what was the cheaper phone with M that I could buy!! My back cover is getting very loose cause when I open my phone to replace the screen I broke some of the internal holders of the back plate. Also no matter what rom I install, no matter what I do with what apps I install, after a few days I only get 1 to 2 hours of SOT... despite these problems, going to hang till the new nexus is going to be announced !!!
Just hope that they don't screw this time with certain aspects. That they release a even better cam like they did with the current nexus line. Also, hope that SD820 (or other) will do a better, but a better job at battery saving!!!
My N5 power button broke and the G2 was cheap at the time so I went for it. I'm in the same boat for an upgrade. All I want is the following:-
-1080p 5.1" screen
-Tiny bezels (Like the G2)
-SD820
-3GB Ram (Minimum)
-Fingerprint reader on back
-3000 Mha battery
-Stock android
-Plastic construction
-$300 to $400 price tag
I cant believe this phone doesn't already exist. Google really messed up with the 5X. :crying:
For me, it'd be either Moto or the new Nexus(es) coming out in fall.
i dint know if anyone of you are holding a honor 6x now,
all i want to ask is , is it worth the price? with a kirin inside??
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i dint know if anyone of you are holding a honor 6x now,
all i want to ask is , is it worth the price? with a kirin inside??
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After seeing the initial dev scene over here for 6X. Yes, it can be worth. I don't hold any 6X now.
Hoping to get it by the start of next month.
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After seeing the initial dev scene over here for 6X. Yes, it can be worth. I don't hold any 6X now.
Hoping to get it by the start of next month.
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im afraid, do we have to forget android 8 ??
because android 7 is a must for this phone , i know..
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im afraid, do we have to forget android 8 ??
because android 7 is a must for this phone , i know..
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It doesn't happen like Honor 5X.
For Honor 4X, we got 2 incremental updates Kitkat -> Lollipop -> MM
So we can expect the same for Honor 6X too.
And with our Lineage Devs over here, we can expect further more updates.
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It doesn't happen like Honor 5X.
For Honor 4X, we got 2 incremental updates Kitkat -> Lollipop -> MM
So we can expect the same for Honor 6X too.
And with our Lineage Devs over here, we can expect further more updates.
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and the kernel sources??
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It doesn't happen like Honor 5X.
For Honor 4X, we got 2 incremental updates Kitkat -> Lollipop -> MM
So we can expect the same for Honor 6X too.
And with our Lineage Devs over here, we can expect further more updates.
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and they prommised the same for 5x,
i would like to buy it but im afraid.. (because kirin s development isnt very comparable to sd)
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and the kernel sources??
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Expecting it to be released soon...
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Expecting it to be released soon...
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honor said it??
have they released for honor 8??
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honor said it??
have they released for honor 8??
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Not yet. But expecting it after the EMUI 5 update.
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Not yet. But expecting it after the EMUI 5 update.
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emui5 is a sure thing, but what about custom rom development?? kernel sources are very important for that
Yeah! Considering the specs of the hardware used in the Honor 6X for the price. You get less from other brands like Samsung, HTC or Sony for the same price.
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Yeah! Considering the specs of the hardware used in the Honor 6X for the price. You get less from other brands like Samsung, HTC or Sony for the same price.
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its not about the brand, im concerned about the processor inside..
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its not about the brand, im concerned about the processor inside..
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The HiSilicon Kirin 655 is a very good SOC when compared to other SOC used in similar priced devices. It works well with gaming and other everyday tasks, like social media, web browsing, media consumption and email.
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The HiSilicon Kirin 655 is a very good SOC when compared to other SOC used in similar priced devices. It works well with gaming and other everyday tasks, like social media, web browsing, media consumption and email.
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no doubt its great, but im afraid about the sources and development
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no doubt its great, but im afraid about the sources and development
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There was similar concerns over Honor 8 at the beginning, then later it gets CM, which is still buggy at this stage, but the progress is moving forward.
3G+32GB should be enough for most ppl daily use.
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There was similar concerns over Honor 8 at the beginning, then later it gets CM, which is still buggy at this stage, but the progress is moving forward.
3G+32GB should be enough for most ppl daily use.
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its ok , but im afraid what if everything doesnt goes well??
i wil be a mad man without development, and i obviously cannot use emui.. its so sick
thilak devraj said:
its ok , but im afraid what if everything doesnt goes well??
i wil be a mad man without development, and i obviously cannot use emui.. its so sick
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Then you better off with a Nexus 6P... I see them within the similar price range and of course you can count on Google to bring you Android N, O, P, Q, R...
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Then you better off with a Nexus 6P... I see them within the similar price range and of course you can count on Google to bring you Android N, O, P, Q, R...
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Nexus 6p may be a good recommendation but its usually still double the price of a Honor 6x. At least here.
I am currently holding back on making a 6x purchase as I rather a 64gb black front model which are not yet available here. But it seems there has been some progress with LineageOS. Fingers crossed!
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Nexus 6p may be a good recommendation but its usually still double the price of a Honor 6x. At least here.
I am currently holding back on making a 6x purchase as I rather a 64gb black front model which are not yet available here. But it seems there has been some progress with LineageOS. Fingers crossed!
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Understand, an used 6P is about same price as a new 6X here in China.
If you are not hurry, maybe just wait for LineageOS to be mature. Otherwise, Honor 5X is another good option.
The only bad thing I discovered was 3dmark results, about 370, sooooo loooooow and sloooooooooow
The OPO is getting old now, I've had my 3years worth and loved it despite the issues I've faced!
However it's time to upgrade (new job, more money )
I'm in the mix between ;
Pixel 1 XL - £400 (Really like this phone, although the age is putting me off SLIGHTLY due to not going to get many official updates)
Pixel 2 - £630 (Quite a bit expensive, will leave me quite skint but possibly worth it; I want this device the most)
LG G6 - £400ish? £500 with a floating LG speaker (I REALLY like this device, especially for the money but the skin and delay in updates will probably make me ill lol)
Oneplus 5 8GB ram - £450 (student discount) (obviously this looks like the no brainer but i KNOW the jelly effect will really get to me, in nearly every review of it on youtube i notice it when they scroll; no one can change my mind about this but I've added it to see if theres yet a fix for it? or is there going to be one? I havent seen anything about it?)
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And these are the phones, can anybody steer me into the right way? I honestly cannot decide, and my mind hasnt been made so I'm not biased against any however I'm least keen about the OP5.
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The OPO is getting old now, I've had my 3years worth and loved it despite the issues I've faced!
However it's time to upgrade (new job, more money )
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From what I know,you need a device with good(not average) camera,is that correct?
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From what I know,you need a device with good(not average) camera,is that correct?
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yeah man, i'm into my instagram and snapchat
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yeah man, i'm into my instagram and snapchat
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Well,Redmi Note 4 and lenovo p2 is off the list..
How about Honor 6x/mate 9 lite? It has quite good camera.
https://m.gsmarena.com/huawei_honor_6x-8388.php
https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-6x
Confirmed oreo- https://www.google.co.in/search?dcr...s-hp..3.10.1782.3..41j0i131k1.285.tJCudWVwAAc
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Well,Redmi Note 4 and lenovo p2 is off the list..
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I wouldn't choose them sort of phones anyway mate due to the inconvenience such as; they'd be imported, wouldnt have good support if anything was to happen and the sites selling the xiaomis at least havent had the best reviews.
The phones i suggested i can buy in town without hesitation, even the Oneplus 5 due to being in the UK and o2 selling oneplus products
I just want something that works, is great all round and smooth. (and something i'm able to flaunt to ALL of my iPhone friends that claim Android is for 'tramps and emo geeks' hahah )
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I wouldn't choose them sort of phones anyway mate due to the inconvenience such as; they'd be imported, wouldnt have good support if anything was to happen and the sites selling the xiaomis at least havent had the best reviews.
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Not really,except for average camera,it is actually a good device.Anyways,have a look at my edited post.
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Not really,except for average camera,it is actually a good device.Anyways,have a look at my edited post.
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Well I was going to get the honor when it was just out as my dad asked if i wanted to get it off him and swap him for my opo with some money on top but the software is a big killer, possibly THEA worst android skin on a mainstream phone. The look, the feel and everything is clunky and pretty fairly disgusting.
I dont think theres any other phone on the market I'd have other than i've stated, I really like the Moto Z but I can't find it for sale in the UK (reasonably priced anyway), Also like Sony xperia phones but again, they're too expensive for what they are. The new HTC u11 is £600 so again, too expensive all considering.
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Well I was going to get the honor when it was just out as my dad asked if i wanted to get it off him and swap him for my opo with some money on top but the software is a big killer, possibly THEA worst android skin on a mainstream phone. The look, the feel and everything is clunky and pretty fairly disgusting.
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That's why custom ROMs are there,aren't they?
PS: you should wait for Honor 7X- https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-6x/how-to/wait-honor-7x-t3683703
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That's why custom ROMs are there,aren't they?
PS: you should wait for Honor 7X- https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-6x/how-to/wait-honor-7x-t3683703
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i did say i want something that just works , ive spent TOO much of my time flashing with all the phones i've had purely because they were bad from factory, Oneplus One included with its shocking stock camera driver
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i did say i want something that just works , ive spent TOO much of my time flashing with all the phones i've had purely because they were bad from factory, Oneplus One included with its shocking stock camera driver
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I almost forgot.Congratulations for the new job.☺
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I almost forgot.Congratulations for the new job.
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cheers bro :good:
Guys, as time reaching near who all are excited for V10 ? I may end up buying it actually.
Not even a year, honor 9 already outdated
The Custom Dev here is dead and..yes this Honor would be my last Honor.
Another Honor? Yea right.... H9 was my first and last, thank God I found a casual user ok to buy it from me. Coming from OnePlus and staying there now. 5t all da way. ?
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Not even a year, honor 9 already outdated
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You are wrong, the V10 is the successor to the V9 (H8 Pro).
H9 remains their current year flagship. @FlyingMachete the future looks bright, oreo with treble is incomming which will most likely solve alot of problems for us devs.
Regards