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New case review for Redmi 3 / Redmi 3 Pro - The Original IPAKY Neo Hybrid

Hello.
I recently gave my mother the Xiaomi Redmi 3, I thought about upgrading her to the Redmi 3 pro but eventually decided not to.
I already ordered the case for the pro version so I decided to keep it and use it with the Redmi 3.
The case quality is exactly the same as the Mi4c one I reviewed here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-4c/accessories/case-review-mi4c-original-ipaky-neo-t3397528/post67290855#post67290855 or in short - great, doesn't make the phone bulky, protects the screen and helps keep the phone look amazing
I highly recommend it, attaching pictures of the case with the Redmi 3:
I'm also using the highly recommended Mocolo screen protector with it, like I have with all my Xiaomi phones, since buying my first Xiaomi device(March 2013, Xiaomi Mi2)
Link to purchase the Mocolo screen protector for Xiaomi Redmi 3 / Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro
You'll be buying 2pcs, keep one for spare, you never know when you might need it.
(This is the official shop, I have been buying here for years and I recommend it for authenticity reasons)
https://goo.gl/FPn0tO
Link to purchase The Original IPAKY Neo Hybrid for Xiaomi Redmi 3:
https://goo.gl/nS79DE
Link to purchase The Original IPAKY Neo Hybrid for Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro:
https://goo.gl/J2QWrJ
Thanks for watching. welcome to ask questions

Thank you for the review. I had ordered one of these cases a day before your post. I expect it to take some time to get to me as I am in the USA. I just received a Redmi 3 Pro. I like it a lot, but I need the case before I drop it.... it is very slippery without a case. I'll post again after I receive the case.....
Sent from my Redmi 3 using Tapatalk

I received the case yesterday. I am very glad to have the case on my phone. it does add a better grip to the phone but not as much as I would like, such as hybrid cases with more silicone. I do miss having a more protective case as well, such as those that are available for other phones. The limited protection this case affords will help the phone survive, but I do hope others are going to be marketed for this Redmi 3 Pro device.
Sent from my Redmi 3 using Tapatalk

Thanks for your input, I'm glad you like the case!

Thx for the tip, bought this case 3 months ago for my R3 Pro, works fine. No scratches until today, holds firmly on the phone, all buttons work really well.
The speaker grille dampens the sound a little so I cut it out with an x-acto knife

josef19 said:
Hello.
I recently gave my mother the Xiaomi Redmi 3, I thought about upgrading her to the Redmi 3 pro but eventually decided not to.
I already ordered the case for the pro version so I decided to keep it and use it with the Redmi 3.
The case quality is exactly the same as the Mi4c one I reviewed here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-4c/accessories/case-review-mi4c-original-ipaky-neo-t3397528/post67290855#post67290855 or in short - great, doesn't make the phone bulky, protects the screen and helps keep the phone look amazing
I highly recommend it, attaching pictures of the case with the Redmi 3:
I'm also using the highly recommended Mocolo screen protector with it, like I have with all my Xiaomi phones, since buying my first Xiaomi device(March 2013, Xiaomi Mi2)
Link to purchase the Mocolo screen protector for Xiaomi Redmi 3 / Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro
You'll be buying 2pcs, keep one for spare, you never know when you might need it.
(This is the official shop, I have been buying here for years and I recommend it for authenticity reasons)
https://goo.gl/FPn0tO
Link to purchase The Original IPAKY Neo Hybrid for Xiaomi Redmi 3:
https://goo.gl/nS79DE
Link to purchase The Original IPAKY Neo Hybrid for Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro:
https://goo.gl/J2QWrJ
Thanks for watching. welcome to ask questions
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i having problem with softcase that when i use camera with flash its like the flash is reflecting and affected to the camera
is this case have same problem or not?

yansenscc said:
i having problem with softcase that when i use camera with flash its like the flash is reflecting and affected to the camera
is this case have same problem or not?
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Hello.
There are NO issues with the flash with this case.

Sold my X2

Hey guys. After enjoying this phone for the last year and a half the time has come to sell the device. A friend of mine wanted it so I sold it to him for a good deal. I'll still do whatever I can here for all of you. Thanks to everyone who supported me over the last year. I own a Xiaomi Mi Max now and am thinking of a buying a Huawei Honor Note 8 soon.

Thank you very much aj and good luck
Sent from my GEM-702L using XDA-Developers mobile app

ajsmsg78 said:
Hey guys. After enjoying this phone for the last year (well making the roms for it mostly) the time has come to sell the device and move on to something else. I'll still do whatever I can here for all of you. Thanks to everyone who supported me over the last year. You can find the listing on swappa.com.
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A.J, special thank you for all the work you have done for the X2 community bro, hats off...

What phone are you moving into?
and Thanks!

omniphil said:
What phone are you moving into?
and Thanks!
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I was gonna pick up a Mi Max but now I'm not sure what I want. Maybe I should keep the X2 until something comes out in the US larger than 6.2". One of my close friends is from China and his parents and his family are always going back and forth. We were thinking of starting an online store similar to something like Gizok where he can have his family bring the phones back or ship them here and we can sell them. This way anyone in the US who buys them will be buying from a US seller. I'll also provide support on here. His aunt is going to bring me back a Mi Max in a few weeks. In China it's $299 for the 4GB 128GB version. On sites like Gizok, after shipping it will cost around $410-$420 for the same phone so I think I'm going to wait.

ajsmsg78 said:
I was gonna pick up a Mi Max but now I'm not sure what I want. Maybe I should keep the X2 until something comes out in the US larger than 6.2". One of my close friends is from China and his parents and his family are always going back and forth. We were thinking of starting an online store similar to something like Gizok where he can have his family bring the phones back or ship them here and we can sell them. This way anyone in the US who buys them will be buying from a US seller. I'll also provide support on here. His aunt is going to bring me back a Mi Max in a few weeks. In China it's $299 for the 4GB 128GB version. On sites like Gizok, after shipping it will cost around $410-$420 for the same phone so I think I'm going to wait.
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Mi Max looks pretty decent. I'd want a bigger screen. I'm still holding out for the X3 :/

omniphil said:
Mi Max looks pretty decent. I'd want a bigger screen. I'm still holding out for the X3 :/
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The X3 is out. It's called the Mediapad M2 7.0.. It has a fingerprint scanner and a snapdragon processor . I love the X2 but it's just too big to carry around all day when I'm not working. I want to try something around 6.5 inches.

ajsmsg78 said:
The X3 is out. It's called the Mediapad M2 7.0.. It has a fingerprint scanner and a snapdragon processor . I love the X2 but it's just too big to carry around all day when I'm not working. I want to try something around 6.5 inches.
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Oh, they changed the name.. nice , ill have to check that out, thanks! I wonder how the snapdragon 615 compares with the x2 cpu? 615 sound like a lower end cpu?
I hear you tho, 7 inch is a pretty big phone. but it does fit fine in my jeans pocket...

omniphil said:
Oh, they changed the name.. nice , ill have to check that out, thanks! I wonder how the snapdragon 615 compares with the x2 cpu? 615 sound like a lower end cpu?
I hear you tho, 7 inch is a pretty big phone. but it does fit fine in my jeans pocket...
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It should be faster than the Kirin in the X2 and will also probably get CM13.

ajsmsg78 said:
It shoukd be faster than the Kirin in the X2 and will also probably get CM13.
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Been looking over the specs, and really it doesn't look much different than the X2. slower cpu, less battery.. I'm not seeing anything compelling?

omniphil said:
Been looking over the specs, and really it doesn't look much different than the X2. slower cpu, less battery.. I'm not seeing anything compelling?
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I don't think huawei is focusing on the Mediapad models any longer because they don't sell that many. It stinks because we all like the larger phones but they are definitely for a niche market.

ajsmsg78 said:
I don't think huawei is focusing on the Mediapad models any longer because they don't sell that many. It stinks because we all like the larger phones but they are definitely for a niche market.
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True enough. We are a small market. I guess i'll just hang onto my X2 unless I find something 6.5 inch and larger that had better specs (faster cpu, more ram, android 6)

omniphil said:
True enough. We are a small market. I guess i'll just hang onto my X2 unless I find something 6.5 inch and larger that had better specs (faster cpu, more ram, android 6)
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ajsmsg78 said:
I don't think huawei is focusing on the Mediapad models any longer because they don't sell that many. It stinks because we all like the larger phones but they are definitely for a niche market.
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I'm definitely a part of this niche and love this device. My needs definitely include a big screen and especially battery and some manufactures are already starting to include batteries of over 6000mah. Keep me in the loop if you find something as good as the X2!

E--Man said:
I'm definitely a part of this niche and love this device. My needs definitely include a big screen and especially battery and some manufactures are already starting to include batteries of over 6000mah. Keep me in the loop if you find something as good as the X2!
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Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ?

omniphil said:
Asus Zenfone 3 Ultra ?
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I haven't even seen a place to buy one. Even on eBay the preorders are selling for $799. Totally inflated and ridiculous.

ajsmsg78 said:
I haven't even seen a place to buy one. Even on eBay the preorders are selling foe $799. Totally inflated and ridiculous.
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So I have been considering the Honor X2 for a while as an upgrade from my Xperia Z ultra because I wanted the extra screen size and nice to have smaller bezels.
Is it wise to buy it still or is the new M2 better or lower specs? I would love it to have NFC as I use it often with my Sony camera which the X2 does not have.
Thanks!

Yessssss ....
You are not selling it which means all the devices we have we get updets and fixes ..
Thank you AJ
Sent from my GEM-702L using XDA-Developers mobile app

Xiaomi Mi Max looks decent.

shaolin95 said:
So I have been considering the Honor X2 for a while as an upgrade from my Xperia Z ultra because I wanted the extra screen size and nice to have smaller bezels.
Is it wise to buy it still or is the new M2 better or lower specs? I would love it to have NFC as I use it often with my Sony camera which the X2 does not have.
Thanks!
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The M2 7.0 has a fingerprint scanner and a snapdragon processor but the X2 is more mature and has development going on for it. I'd just get the X2. I had a Z Ultra before my X2 and I hated it. If you like your Z Ultra then you'll really like the X2. Get the 702L model it you can.

ajsmsg78 said:
The M2 7.0 has a fingerprint scanner and a snapdragon processor but the X2 is more mature and has development going on for it. I'd just get the X2. I had a Z Ultra before my X2 and I hated it. If you like your Z Ultra then you'll really like the X2. Get the 702L model it you can.
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I love my Ultra but want a slight bigger screen and bigger battery life. I was looking to get the GEM-703L, I thought it was better to get that one if possible...isnt it?

P8 Max ..better choice than Mediapad X2? How is Marshmallow situation?

Just trying to get something a bit bigger than my Xperia Z Ultra with better battery life and was set on the X2 but I can get one P8 Max for around $325 like new....Still it seems that the X2 is seeing more dev action or maybe it my impression only.
What you guys think?

shaolin95 said:
Just trying to get something a bit bigger than my Xperia Z Ultra with better battery life and was set on the X2 but I can get one P8 Max for around $325 like new....Still it seems that the X2 is seeing more dev action or maybe it my impression only.
What you guys think?
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I know someone selling an X2 gold 32GB 702L for $220 which was barely used. PM me if you're interested.

ajsmsg78 said:
I know someone selling an X2 gold 32GB 702L for $220 which was barely used. PM me if you're interested.
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I sent you an email.
Thanks!

Cases p9 vs p9 lite?

I was wondering...
As the P9 and P9 Lite look similarly in height and width to me.
Would it be possible to use P9 cases on the P9 Lite? I don't truely know if portlocations are the same. But some P9 cases look incredible as over the availability for P9 Lite cases is sparse.

You can't use them.

Kodalinium said:
I was wondering...
As the P9 and P9 Lite look similarly in height and width to me.
Would it be possible to use P9 cases on the P9 Lite? I don't truely know if portlocations are the same. But some P9 cases look incredible as over the availability for P9 Lite cases is sparse.
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The lite is slightly bigger and p9's cases wont fit
Sent from my Huawei P9 Lite using XDA Labs

Well damned, thnx for answering my question guys. Just would be nice to see more cases for this amazing phone.

Kodalinium said:
Well damned, thnx for answering my question guys. Just would be nice to see more cases for this amazing phone.
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I order a case for my Huawei P9 Lite. It's awesome. It's from a strong silicon material and the back imitate the leather very well. If you like it: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/P9-...r-Case-For-Huawei-P9-P9-Plus/32750364744.html

Spigen got nice cases for Lite.
Wysłane z mojego HUAWEI VNS-L21 przy użyciu Tapatalka

would advice you spigen rugged armor, you can find it in amazon for 8 euros. imho is damn good. i have it on my device.

Planning to sell my xa

Hello, im planning to sell my xa ,im wonderring if anyone can suggest me next phone to go but with similar size like xa? couse a lot of smartfones seems big nowadays...
appreciate much!
Btw in price range of 100 - 200eur

Huawei nova, if you still can find it in the market...
Sent from the center of the galaxy

im thinking about xioami redmi 5a ;? it has a lot of custom roms, and as far as i know phone runs smooth on miui, compared my sony xa with xiaomi redmi 4x, sony xa price is 2x times and the quality is 2x lower... will have a look ant nova tho

Simplyeh said:
Hello, im planning to sell my xa ,im wonderring if anyone can suggest me next phone to go but with similar size like xa? couse a lot of smartfones seems big nowadays...
appreciate much!
Btw in price range of 100 - 200eur
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U should consider xiaomi redmi 4x, the phone is cheaper than xa (in my country), the battery life and the devs community on this phone is wayyyy bigger than xa too. In this price point Xiaomi always the best choice

Niger Faget said:
U should consider xiaomi redmi 4x, the phone is cheaper than xa (in my country), the battery life and the devs community on this phone is wayyyy bigger than xa too. In this price point Xiaomi always the best choice
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Hah i bought a bit used sony x compact for 150eur gonna try that for now. Im going to pick it up tomorrow hope it will fit well my needs and i saw some custom roms available for it. Cantwait haha:angel: what do you think about it?