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Considering Pixel phone

Hello guys,
Let me start by giving you a little bit of context. I've used iPhones since the first one in 2007. In 2014 (after owning all iPhones), I switched to a Nexus 5 for a few months, then a OnePlus One, then the Droid Turbo until the iPhone 7 was announced last September (yes, back to iPhone after 2 years of Android). That was mainly because I was tired of a so-so OS experience, subpar camera, and outdated device.
I've been enjoying my iPhone 7 so far, but I feel like something's wrong. I am majoring in Computer Engineering and I absolutely love fooling around w/ my devices. I feel like that's gone with iOS - I can't even customize the homescreen.
With that said, I also enjoy a well built, reliable device (I use it a LOT). I would never go back to an unsupported device like the Droid Turbo. It was great at first, but it was quickly forgotten. Now, what's the case with the Pixel? I've been away from the Android community, but I read a few articles talking about multiple Pixel issues. Is this true, will I experience problems or they're just isolated cases?
I saw the phone at the store, but I feel like I need to test drive it to fully understand it. What are your thoughts?
Thank you in advance!

No issues here! Best phone is ever owned, easily. Highlights:
-Incredible camera. So fast at locking and focusing. Amazingly fast to open the app, too.
-Smoothest UI ever. Seriously, I'm no longer jealous of iOS smoothness.
-Google Photos unlimited storage at full resolution of fantastic. I never even hesitated to shoot video in 4K now. Pictures galore, too.
-Speed (beyond the UI) is unreal. Everything feels faster than I'm used to.
-Support from Google (literally, and in updates).
-Tinker abilities (good community of developers).
-Screen is beautiful and build quality is impeccable.
-Google Assistant is fun.
I would not hesitate to buy this phone. My iPhone friends are jealous.

PsiPhiDan said:
No issues here! Best phone is ever owned, easily. Highlights:
-Incredible camera. So fast at locking and focusing. Amazingly fast to open the app, too.
-Smoothest UI ever. Seriously, I'm no longer jealous of iOS smoothness.
-Google Photos unlimited storage at full resolution of fantastic. I never even hesitated to shoot video in 4K now. Pictures galore, too.
-Speed (beyond the UI) is unreal. Everything feels faster than I'm used to.
-Support from Google (literally, and in updates).
-Tinker abilities (good community of developers).
-Screen is beautiful and build quality is impeccable.
-Google Assistant is fun.
I would not hesitate to buy this phone. My iPhone friends are jealous.
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Thanks, I'm sold. lol.
What's the best way of getting this phone? Should I get it from the Google Store, or I'm better off with a reseller on Swappa/eBay? I can save more than $100 with the latter. Any reason why I shouldn't?

fedecape said:
Thanks, I'm sold. lol.
What's the best way of getting this phone? Should I get it from the Google Store, or I'm better off with a reseller on Swappa/eBay? I can save more than $100 with the latter. Any reason why I shouldn't?
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Haha. I went through Verizon so I'm not sure how the other options are. It's tough to find 128GB Pixels. Resale would he fine, depending on which type. The Google Play version is unlockable no matter what, while the Verizon version must be version 7.1 to unlock.
By the way, I got this phone after returning LG V20 because I needed a wicked fast camera and boy did I get one. So many awesome pictures of my little kids now! They run but I can still catch them in nice photos typically with much less blur and I don't miss moments anymore!
Oh and I forgot to sell you on battery life! It's PHENOMENAL for me. Best I've had gotten, again. Today, for example... One moment... I'm currently at 33% battery. BUT, my screen time is 4 hours and 20 minutes!! I've used YouTube, XDA, chrome, Tasker, Reddit, Facebook, Textra, Metal, Gmail, etc. on and off all day. I'm on pace for like 6.5 hours of screen time! My old phones seemed to cap around 4 for my usage.

PsiPhiDan said:
Haha. I went through Verizon so I'm not sure how the other options are. It's tough to find 128GB Pixels. Resale would he fine, depending on which type. The Google Play version is unlockable no matter what, while the Verizon version must be version 7.1 to unlock.
By the way, I got this phone after returning LG V20 because I needed a wicked fast camera and boy did I get one. So many awesome pictures of my little kids now! They run but I can still catch them in nice photos typically with much less blur and I don't miss moments anymore!
Oh and I forgot to sell you on battery life! It's PHENOMENAL for me. Best I've had gotten, again. Today, for example... One moment... I'm currently at 33% battery. BUT, my screen time is 4 hours and 20 minutes!! I've used YouTube, XDA, chrome, Tasker, Reddit, Facebook, Textra, Metal, Gmail, etc. on and off all day. I'm on pace for like 6.5 hours of screen time! My old phones seemed to cap around 4 for my usage.
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Great! Last question, about 4K recording.. Does Google Photos backup the 4K file? I'm using Google Photos on my iPhone and videos get downgraded to 1080P.
Thanks

PsiPhiDan said:
No issues here! Best phone is ever owned, easily. Highlights:
-Incredible camera. So fast at locking and focusing. Amazingly fast to open the app, too.
-Smoothest UI ever. Seriously, I'm no longer jealous of iOS smoothness.
-Google Photos unlimited storage at full resolution of fantastic. I never even hesitated to shoot video in 4K now. Pictures galore, too.
-Speed (beyond the UI) is unreal. Everything feels faster than I'm used to.
-Support from Google (literally, and in updates).
-Tinker abilities (good community of developers).
-Screen is beautiful and build quality is impeccable.
-Google Assistant is fun.
I would not hesitate to buy this phone. My iPhone friends are jealous.
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+1
I came from an iPhone 7, a 6s and a 6 before it. As long as Google makes phones like this in the future, I'll never go back to iOS. Great hardware for sure but damn the OS is dated!

fedecape said:
Great! Last question, about 4K recording.. Does Google Photos backup the 4K file? I'm using Google Photos on my iPhone and videos get downgraded to 1080P.
Thanks
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No compression! That's the big deal with this offer. It's a Pixel exclusive. Any other phone gets unlimited compressed photos.

The Verizon model seems to be a lot cheaper. Is it worth paying more for the Google Unlocked edition?

fedecape said:
The Verizon model seems to be a lot cheaper. Is it worth paying more for the Google Unlocked edition?
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If you want to tinker you'd have to go with the google sold pixel so that you can unlock the bootloader.
The Verizon model is technically locked but there was an exploit to unlock it which was quickly patched with an update. Idk how soon you plan on getting it? If you walk into Verizon very soon and they have them in stock they should still be on 7.1 which you can unlock with dePixel8. If you wait ant longer they are going to be shipping with 7.1.1 and then won't be able to unlock it.

fedecape said:
Hello guys,
Let me start by giving you a little bit of context. I've used iPhones since the first one in 2007. In 2014 (after owning all iPhones), I switched to a Nexus 5 for a few months, then a OnePlus One, then the Droid Turbo until the iPhone 7 was announced last September (yes, back to iPhone after 2 years of Android). That was mainly because I was tired of a so-so OS experience, subpar camera, and outdated device.
I've been enjoying my iPhone 7 so far, but I feel like something's wrong. I am majoring in Computer Engineering and I absolutely love fooling around w/ my devices. I feel like that's gone with iOS - I can't even customize the homescreen.
With that said, I also enjoy a well built, reliable device (I use it a LOT). I would never go back to an unsupported device like the Droid Turbo. It was great at first, but it was quickly forgotten. Now, what's the case with the Pixel? I've been away from the Android community, but I read a few articles talking about multiple Pixel issues. Is this true, will I experience problems or they're just isolated cases?
I saw the phone at the store, but I feel like I need to test drive it to fully understand it. What are your thoughts?
Thank you in advance!
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I came from GS7edge and iPhone 6s Plus. The battery life is better than that of GS7edge even though GS7edge has much large capacity. Android 7.1.1 on Pixel is buttery smooth. I'd dare to say it's actually a bit smoother than iOS. By the way, you can jailbreak your iPhone 7 if you're still on iOS 10.1.1.
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pixel_junkie said:
+1
I came from an iPhone 7, a 6s and a 6 before it. As long as Google makes phones like this in the future, I'll never go back to iOS. Great hardware for sure but damn the OS is dated!
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iOS is showing its age. All Apple does now is just adding more features which slows down the iOS.
iOS 9 to iOS 10 is not the same as Android 6 to Android 7.

Thanks guys,
And lets say I get a Verizon Pixel, can I use it on T-Mo? I know that they're unlocked, but do they have the same frequencies?
Also, do Verizon Pixels get the updates as fast as the Google Edition Pixel?
Thanks again.

fedecape said:
Thanks guys,
And lets say I get a Verizon Pixel, can I use it on T-Mo? I know that they're unlocked, but do they have the same frequencies?
Also, do Verizon Pixels get the updates as fast as the Google Edition Pixel?
Thanks again.
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I can't comment on the using on T-Mobile part but I got the update notice on my Google store phone on the 7th or 8th and my girlfriend got the notice on her Verizon store phone today. That was the same as last month too. So they're not far behind but it seems you get it slightly faster with the Google store phones.

fedecape said:
Thanks guys,
And lets say I get a Verizon Pixel, can I use it on T-Mo? I know that they're unlocked, but do they have the same frequencies?
Also, do Verizon Pixels get the updates as fast as the Google Edition Pixel?
Thanks again.
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Pixel purchased directly through Google is identical to the one purchased from Verizon with the only difference that you can't root on Verizon (if you're on the latest OS, on 7.1 you can). So yes, it'll work.
Sounds like you're on Tmobile and if that's the case, why would you not take advantage of their Pixel promo which gives you $325 in credits. Win/win!
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mngdew said:
All Apple does now is just adding more features which slows down the iOS.
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Total novelty garbage that adds zero to functionality of the OS. Who uses all that stuff they added to their iMessage app? "Words become emojis as you type!" What?? Why?

fritzgerald said:
I can't comment on the using on T-Mobile part but I got the update notice on my Google store phone on the 7th or 8th and my girlfriend got the notice on her Verizon store phone today. That was the same as last month too. So they're not far behind but it seems you get it slightly faster with the Google store phones.
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Updates should be arriving the same day regardless of which one...

I'd watch out for buying a pixel through Verizon if you're going to switch / use it on T-Mobile. The deal on Verizon is that they charge you the same price as the Google store version but then take 15 dollars off of your bill each month. If you leave you end up paying the same thing and have no unlocking fun...
PS I absolutely love my pixel and if you can afford it I would highly recommend this phone to anyone :good:

Hey guys, so I bought a Verizon Pixel because I got a good price on a brand new unit and the color I wanted.
According to the seller, the boot loader on this one can be unlocked. Now, I don't think I wanna play with roms right now, but should I unlock it before updating? How does this work? Can I re-lock it to resell it in the future?
Thanks in advance

I feel your pain regarding your turbo. I had the Moto x 2nd gen from 2014 which never got VoLTE or updates after a few months or so.
I'd feel confident in Google provide updates to its newest phone for a decent while. Otherwise I've been happy with the features for the past couple months. Phone, battery life, pictures, etc...
Unlimited photo storage is nice...
My one qualm is with the phone a speakers. Their location causes me to unintentionally cover them when I hold the phone to watch something

fedecape said:
Hey guys, so I bought a Verizon Pixel because I got a good price on a brand new unit and the color I wanted.
According to the seller, the boot loader on this one can be unlocked. Now, I don't think I wanna play with roms right now, but should I unlock it before updating? How does this work? Can I re-lock it to resell it in the future?
Thanks in advance
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You basically must unlock it before taking the 7.1.1 update or you'll never be able to unlock it again.
Sure, it can be relocked. You need to be careful though. Worry about that later!

PsiPhiDan said:
You basically must unlock it before taking the 7.1.1 update or you'll never be able to unlock it again.
Sure, it can be relocked. You need to be careful though. Worry about that later!
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If I unlock it just to keep it unlocked, can I remain on stock and still get updates from Google?
Thank you in advance

Have 3 Pixels on T-Mobile and it rocks
fedecape said:
Thanks guys,
And lets say I get a Verizon Pixel, can I use it on T-Mo? I know that they're unlocked, but do they have the same frequencies?
Also, do Verizon Pixels get the updates as fast as the Google Edition Pixel?
Thanks again.
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My family is using three Pixels on T-Mobile and we're very happy with them. Seems to work everywhere we need it to and the LTE speeds are excellent. Make sure you sign up for the Pixel promo as previously mentioned. I switched from AT&T and am saving a small fortune even with paying for the three Pixel phones.

Going to upgrade; Need some advice

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?)
;
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.

idonttakedrugs said:
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?

Mr.Ak said:
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

idonttakedrugs said:
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

Mr.Ak said:
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 )

idonttakedrugs said:
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.

Mr.Ak said:
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.

idonttakedrugs said:
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

Mr.Ak said:
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

idonttakedrugs said:
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.☺

Mr.Ak said:
I almost forgot.Congratulations for the new job.
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cheers bro :good:

Where are all the reviews?

I preordered the phone from the UK store. Just wondering where all the reviews are at? Is it because none of the U.S. outlets received review models or is there an embargo? All the reviews are from people who imported the phone. I know that some outlets like android central went to events and said they were going to review it.... so does anyone know?

I think its HTC strategy with this phone, their marketing budget for it must be about £5! All I've seen is things on their social media and website, nothing anywhere else. I.E they aren't giving it out in the UK/europe for free for people to review, hence English reviews will only really come about when people who have paid for the phone get it.
Very strange, maybe it some deal they had with google considering its competing with the pixel 2 xl and this pretty much was going to be that phone?

Phil750123 said:
I think its HTC strategy with this phone, their marketing budget for it must be about £5! All I've seen is things on their social media and website, nothing anywhere else. I.E they aren't giving it out in the UK/europe for free for people to review, hence English reviews will only really come about when people who have paid for the phone get it.
Very strange, maybe it some deal they had with google considering its competing with the pixel 2 xl and this pretty much was going to be that phone?
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I have one which I brought in HK. Moved from Samsung s8 and no regrets so far. Good battery life good performance. No complaints so far.

daz_2000 said:
I have one which I brought in HK. Moved from Samsung s8 and no regrets so far. Good battery life good performance. No complaints so far.
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Hi,
Can you connect your HTC U11 plus to your TV with a usb c/HDMI adaptator.
Thanks for your reply.

nivisan said:
Hi,
Can you connect your HTC U11 plus to your TV with a usb c/HDMI adaptator.
Thanks for your reply.
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That's a great question.
Yes in theory it should be possible. Especially since HTC actively advertises this feature in the U11+ specifications page on their website. If you scroll all the way down you will see a "DisplayPort" feature in the list. That's the technology behind the magic. The so called Displayport alt mode.
I wish one of the reviewers would finally hook up their U11 or U11+ directly to their TV using a simple USB-C to HDMI cable. There's exactly 2 videos demonstrating this feature on YouTube but they're using the older U10.
None of the U11 or U11+ reviewers demonstrated this awesome feature so far. What a shame. They didn't do their homework.
Give me a U11 or a U11+ and I will do a proper review.
Bunch of amateur reviewers!

Don't expect to see too many reviews cuz the device isn't widely available
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JrWriter87 said:
Don't expect to see too many reviews cuz the device isn't widely available
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Yep, I want To buy this phone but there is less accesory( drop résistant case) than on the u11....
Maybe i should but the Huawei mate 10 pro..

JrWriter87 said:
Don't expect to see too many reviews cuz the device isn't widely available
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It's widely available in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and soon in Europe too.

lebigmac said:
It's widely available in China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and soon in Europe too.
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Most reviewers are from the US so don't expect many besides the ones that are available already. So people like MKBHD, MrMobile etc probably won't review it cuz they usually get review units. Maybe J Williams and Flossy might if they import it.
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The phone is awesome. Battery life, photos, smoothness but a little bit heavy

GSM Arena have a review coming

detritu5 said:
The phone is awesome. Battery life, photos, smoothness but a little bit heavy
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What case are you using?

detritu5 said:
The phone is awesome. Battery life, photos, smoothness but a little bit heavy
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Yeah the battery life is the main reason I opted for this phone, along with the LCD HDR display and good camera. It just doesn't seem to have any compromises outside of the headphone jack.
If you have the phone id love to see some screen on time screenshots.
Also, in line with the topic of the thread, GSMArena just did an article saying they're reviewing the phone now!

GSMArena review is coming soon!

detritu5 said:
The phone is awesome. Battery life, photos, smoothness but a little bit heavy
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I am seriously wandering if I should buy this phone or the huawei mate 10 (pro or not)....

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I am seriously wandering if I should buy this phone or the huawei mate 10 (pro or not)....
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Can you connect the Huawei mate 10 directly to your TV and watch the multimedia content on the big screen in real time?
The HTC can do it!
There's your answer.

lebigmac said:
Can you connect the Huawei mate 10 directly to your TV and watch the multimedia content on the big screen in real time?
The HTC can do it!
There's your answer.
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Yes you can?

lukey-55 said:
Yes you can
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Yep it can connect to your tv with a special mode...

That's great. I didn't know Huawei Mate 10 had DisplayPort functionality. All modern smartphones should have it out of the box if you ask me.
If anything you would want the Huawei Mate 10 Pro . The other mates only have 4 GB RAM. You want it to compete with the U11+ right.
But then again the Mate 10 Pro has AMOLED screen and no sdcard slot which is a big turnoff. The Mate 10 have LCD and sdcard slot but only 4 GB RAM...
You know what. Just save yourself lots of trouble and get the U11+ which has 6 GB RAM & sdcard slot & LCD display.

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That's great. I didn't know Huawei Mate 10 had DisplayPort functionality. All modern smartphones should have it out of the box if you ask me.
If anything you would want the Huawei Mate 10 Pro . The other mates only have 4 GB RAM. You want it to compete with the U11+ right.
But then again the Mate 10 Pro has AMOLED screen and no sdcard slot which is a big turnoff. The Mate 10 have LCD and sdcard slot but only 4 GB RAM...
You know what. Just save yourself lots of trouble and get the U11+ which has 6 GB RAM & sdcard slot & LCD display.
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If it helps, I returned my pixel 2 XL, due to screen issues and random reboots.
Then I purchased a Huawei mate 10 Pro, and have used it for the last two days. It's a great phone(screen is fantastic) but it's the little things that are bothering me with it, so I will be returning it tomorrow ( no double tap to wake, Bluetooth playback is quiet, speakers aren't great, finger print is slow at responding, always on display doesn't show notifications and keeps freezing on wrong time)
I will be purchasing the HTC u11+ and I think it's going to be spot on, but we'll see ?
Might seem fussy but if I'm paying big money, it has to be right ?

LG 7 thinq Canadian thread

Hey fellow Canucks! If you're looking to give feedback, tips & tricks or just rant about ROBELUS this is the place to do it.

I asked LG directly if the Canadian G7 variant will have an unlockable bootloader and unfortunately we won't have that privilege up north. =(

suhaybh said:
I asked LG directly if the Canadian G7 variant will have an unlockable bootloader and unfortunately we won't have that privilege up north. =(
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Hey at least we got a free TV with it (In Ontario).

Yup free tv in Alberta too... And that was a pretty sweet deal for me that since I needed both! I bought mine outright through Freedom, using it with koodo. I am pretty happy for now. Hoping that LG keeps its promise of more frequent updates and longer support since they opened a new division dedicated to that.

suhaybh said:
I asked LG directly if the Canadian G7 variant will have an unlockable bootloader and unfortunately we won't have that privilege up north. =(
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:crying:

Happy In Winnipeg
I received my G7, switched back from IOS , I really like my G7 Android. I would love root, but I guess I have to settle for the free TV.....

caanda45 said:
I received my G7, switched back from IOS , I really like my G7 Android. I would love root, but I guess I have to settle for the free TV.....
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Speaking of iOS. I find that the LG G7 has the most pleasant haptic feedback of any non iPhone devices. Finally someone figure out which part of Apple to emulate, not to say copy...
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mrnovanova said:
Speaking of iOS. I find that the LG G7 has the most pleasant haptic feedback of any non iPhone devices. Finally someone figure out which part of Apple to emulate, not to say copy...
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Yup. They've had their own "taptic engine" since V30, it's the only one on the android side that has it and it's brilliant! The vibration is such an important aspect of phones that people tend to not notice. Oneplus5/6 has the nastiest vibration that actually becomes a reason for me not to buy one.

Anyone recieve an update on the status of free tv yet?
If my math is accurate , we will be waiting until July 15th before any update. At any rate, im looking forward to a 43" UHD w hdr and google assistant!
The more I use the camera on the G7, the more Im blown away. Its crazy good.
This phone is crazy good. The potential of customization is good enough on G7 to forget about root anyway. The stock ROM is... really good.

My first LG phone. The built quality is good and form factor,the only downside is its slippery so you need a case.

oa12 said:
Anyone recieve an update on the status of free tv yet?
If my math is accurate , we will be waiting until July 15th before any update. At any rate, im looking forward to a 43" UHD w hdr and google assistant!
The more I use the camera on the G7, the more Im blown away. Its crazy good.
This phone is crazy good. The potential of customization is good enough on G7 to forget about root anyway. The stock ROM is... really good.
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Agreed. I have the LG G7 and the Huawei P20 pro. I was going the keep the G7 and sell the Huawei P20 pro until I accidentally threw it out of my car window...sigh. Now I have to sell my LG G7 which is by far a better phone. So far out of all the phones I've owned in 2018 the G7 comes close 2nd to the S9+ edged out by the dual speakers. This is by far the best LG G series phone. The best phone no one will buy, which is a shame.
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oa12 said:
Anyone recieve an update on the status of free tv yet?
If my math is accurate , we will be waiting until July 15th before any update. At any rate, im looking forward to a 43" UHD w hdr and google assistant!
The more I use the camera on the G7, the more Im blown away. Its crazy good.
This phone is crazy good. The potential of customization is good enough on G7 to forget about root anyway. The stock ROM is... really good.
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I sent in my paper work last week, LG is very sticky on having it correct. I put my emails on the phone and delivery and contract change in the trash folder...had to scramble to get them back to submit the correct info LG wanted. They are most interested to make sure it was pre-ordered between May 18th to May 31st and a proper digital receipt of the purchase. I think I finally gave them what they wanted....But yes I feel middle of July is when they will arrive by....but who really knows.

I just contacted LG regarding the claim and when can we expect the TV. I got this in the reply back.
"Regarding the claim status, as there is a cooling off period to ensure customers are satisfied with the products.
The claims will start to process in the beginning of July.
All claims will be reviewed prior to validation, please allow 6-8 weeks processing time for your claim."
It says "my" claim at the end there but I think it can be generalized to everyone.

I received an email and a text message today about the TV. It says that they're expecting to ship the TV in 4 weeks. Hurray for the new TV in August.
They reviewed this specific TV on RTINGS. https://www.rtings.com/tv/reviews/lg/uk6300
Don't expect to be wowed but it's not a terrible TV in anycase and a FREE one at that.
Now, waiting for a method to root this phone... *crossing fingers*

Anyone receive their tv yet? Still waiting on mine.

Just wanted to let you know that I got my TV yesterday. It has lots of blacklight bleeding so I am talking to someone in support to get it replaced.

misal6666 said:
Just wanted to let you know that I got my TV yesterday. It has lots of blacklight bleeding so I am talking to someone in support to get it replaced.
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Good to know. Hopefully mine comes soon then!

Got mine a more than a month ago. Backlight bleed is at minimal level. IPS displays will never have inky blacks so I was expecting something like that. Overall I'm satisfied because I kept my expectations low.

qu3becker said:
Got mine a more than a month ago. Backlight bleed is at minimal level. IPS displays will never have inky blacks so I was expecting something like that. Overall I'm satisfied because I kept my expectations low.
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Damn lucky you. I emailed them Sunday and they replied yesterday saying that there's a big backlog due to higher than expected sales.
I was worried that it had shipped and either didn't make it or someone stole it off my porch. Just need to wait it out I guess

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Damn lucky you. I emailed them Sunday and they replied yesterday saying that there's a big backlog due to higher than expected sales.
I was worried that it had shipped and either didn't make it or someone stole it off my porch. Just need to wait it out I guess
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Got the same response from LG support yesterday.

Goodbye Huawei? What is your next phone?

I hope people respond to this and I hope it sends a message.
Firstly, I have simply loved so much about this phone. Camera, battery, screen etc! However, most importantly, the Huawei sanctions and walled garden that I, and others, have truly hated means that I will likely never recommend or use another Huawei after this ...
UNLESS THERE IS A CHANGE!
Please help send a message and reply to this message. Especially to my AL00 CN version brethren and sisters, but also the Western version users.
At any rate, my hope is that you can help and, together, we can make a statement... and that someone from Huawei reads this and S-T-O-P-S the bull****.
Of course, I could be a massive minority (would not surprise me). But I simply just wish for this company to allow users like myself the freedom to use their devices as we want.
Having said that, though, there will likely be other options on the horizon soon that spark our interest ----- and maybe that might just be the fun of it all.
Is it goodbye, Huawei? Please help Huawei listen and keep this thread going.

Sorry, dont have the needs for rooting at all.
I like the phone as it is, but its stuoid for those people who have the needs to root the phone and then they not allowed... Stupid.
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I'm currently sniffing round the Note 10/10+, I've had a good 10/11 months with this phone but will be looking for something new in the next few days

it'll be an iphone, want a phone that'll keep being updated for the next 4 years and a somewhat decent screen size

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it'll be an iphone, want a phone that'll keep being updated for the next 4 years and a somewhat decent screen size
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Decent screen with iphone?
apple slow your phone to make you buy another one, not so great, update = slowdown ur smart...
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I'm currently sniffing round the Note 10/10+, I've had a good 10/11 months with this phone but will be looking for something new in the next few days
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The note 10+ is a a bit close to the price i'm selling my mate 20X, if i sell in this month, i'll maybe.. just maybe, buy Note 10+ or i'll wait for the Mi fold *this smart will be so ****ing beatifull*

I've just bought the note, picking up from local store shortly.
I'm going to put my 20X on ebay and see how it does

What effect does the walled garden have ? I've just ordered the CN version!
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Never again. No more Huawei for me. I also got AL00 CN version. Love and hate this thing at the same time. Managed to root it before they stopped that, but when I pay so much for a phone I want to be able to do what I want with it. I have RR on mine. Honestly, never again.

I just sold mine, i'm buying oneplus 7 pro, or i'll wait for the 7T pro, i don't know what to buy it. I know that oneplus 7T will be lauching in 16 days i guess. But i don't have that time to buy it at china. Better buy for now the 7 Pro

I returned my note 10 plus and picked up this phone. I love it.

The Mate 20 series is quite capable but the fact you can't use a different launcher (on Chinese version which I own) among other things has me looking elsewhere. Interested in Samsung's folding phone. It apparently has been released in Korea and will soon be released in US...

i hace AL00 and I hope to find a phone with a 7-inch screen is the only thing I will miss my 20x mate. But I will never use Huawei again because I can't customize many things from the launcher and besides I need the code to do the unlock bootloader. I left the iPhone because it was very limited and Huawei is the Apple of Android. I guess I will buy a Xiaomi or maybe an Asplus or Nokia oneplus those are my options Samsung seems very expensive to me every time and I don't see much innovation.

I wish I could appeal to Huawei directly.
All we can do is hope that stuff like this, opens the companies eyes:
https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/201...-for-installing-google-apps-on-huawei-phones/
But I guess non-chinese are a significantly smaller market to huawei at the moment?

my next phone will be Surface Duo... for sure!

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my next phone will be Surface Duo... for sure!
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Interests me too.
But it is a long way away.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/google...first-company-hire-these-people/#36b9738f5c72
I really wish Huawei would listen to this message.
My guess is that once they open their boot loader, it becomes obvious that they have some intellectual property issues .
Good for the consumer in the long run.
Knock knock, Huawei.
Who's there?
Huawei!
Huawei who?
....

killuminati206 said:
I returned my note 10 plus and picked up this phone. I love it.
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Yeah. The phone is awesome... That is what makes this all so FRUSTRATING

Don't know if i can get over this phone!
It's by far the best out there!
I am sticking to it!

basdaniel said:
Don't know if i can get over this phone!
It's by far the best out there!
I am sticking to it!
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C'mon... I also am sticking with it for now... but the oneplus is screaming out louder and louder for those like me who don't want to be hemmed into EMUI world

To be honest, I really don't understand so many critize EMUI, for me it's not bad at all.
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BigDisplay said:
To be honest, I really don't understand so many critize EMUI, for me it's not bad at all.
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Totally agree!