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Canadian S9+ thread (Waiting room)

Its this time of the year guys! This thread is to discuss pre-orders across all stores and providers in Canada. To compare notes and ask ROBELUS related questions. I personally pulled the trigger for an unlocked (no subsidy) phone through best buy, delivery scheduled for the 16th and then I went back in an through Telus the pick up is on the 9th for some reason so I pulled the trigger on both. What did you order from where? What did you select? Pick up or delivery? Please share.

It seems the Exynos s9+ has 128gb of memory and the Snapdragon only 64gb. What gives?

mrnovanova said:
It seems the Exynos s9+ has 128gb of memory and the Snapdragon only 64gb. What gives?
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Well the exynos is more expensive so at least you get more for your money, but ya stupid decision samsung.

mrnovanova said:
It seems the Exynos s9+ has 128gb of memory and the Snapdragon only 64gb. What gives?
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That kind of makes me mad, like why can't samsung offer 64gb and 128gb/256gb in Canada. I mean if apple could do it, then samsung should have no excuse.

So there's no Exynos version? Wtf?

Aakash Kaushal said:
So there's no Exynos version? Wtf?
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yeah there is an exynos version, not for Canada. I heard Samsung going be under-clocking exynos processors so they are the same performance of sd845.

htc fan89 said:
yeah there is an exynos version, not for Canada. I heard Samsung going be under-clocking exynos processors so they are the same performance of sd845.
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Sosad
One question though, does anyone know where to get the blue in Canada?

htc fan89 said:
yeah there is an exynos version, not for Canada. I heard Samsung going be under-clocking exynos processors so they are the same performance of sd845.
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But on snapdragon, we wont have unlocked bootloader so no root , which means no xda stuff. Na man, i won't buy s9 then!

Hola
I am still on the fence about getting this device. One unique thing that I need is VoLTE and Wi-Fi Calling features and currently you can only get these "advanced" functions by buying a phone directly from your carrier. I would be more inclined to get the Exynos version primarily because you can get decent third-party custom ROMs that, for the most part, provide a cleaner experience than the bloated full stock firmware.
Ah boy first world issues indeed...
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Got my shipping notice from BestBuy. I'm supposed to get be able to pick it up this Friday. We'll see how that goes...

Reineforce said:
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One question though, does anyone know where to get the blue in Canada?
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No blue. Lilac and gray only.

mrnovanova said:
Got my shipping notice from BestBuy. I'm supposed to get be able to pick it up this Friday. We'll see how that goes...
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I thought the release date is 16th
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htc fan89 said:
I thought the release date is 16th
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Yes it is but my pick up date is the 9th. Guy on the phone confirmed it but in the store they're saying they might receive it on the 9th and still won't be able to sell it until the 16th. That's why I guess we'll see Friday.

mrnovanova said:
Yes it is but my pick up date is the 9th. Guy on the phone confirmed it but in the store they're saying they might receive it on the 9th and still won't be able to sell it until the 16th. That's why I guess we'll see Friday.
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That be cool if they sell it earlier, but slim chance for that.
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htc fan89 said:
That be cool if they sell it earlier, but slim chance for that.
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I just went over my emails and it turns out they sent me an email telling me to disregard the shipping notice and that my phone will be ready for pick up on the 16th. Oh well...

Just placed my preorder online with Samsung.ca. SES is not too convenient for me and having read about some hassles with using the $150 credit against the phone, I figured online was easier as the credit is already applied and I may get my phone before the 16th.

But why you guys not worried about the Snapdragon processor, i mean locked bootloader. Are you guys okay with that?
Also the benchmark scores are drastically higher on Exynos (3600, 9500) as compared ro the crapdragon(2400,8500).

Aakash Kaushal said:
But why you guys not worried about the Snapdragon processor, i mean locked bootloader. Are you guys okay with that?
Also the benchmark scores are drastically higher on Exynos (3600, 9500) as compared ro the crapdragon(2400,8500).
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No point if Samsung going under clock the exynos version so it performs like sd845. That’s what people at anandtech found out, hopefully it’s not true.
Here's the link to the article
https://www.anandtech.com/show/12478/exynos-9810-handson-awkward-first-results
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htc fan89 said:
No point if Samsung going under clock the exynos version so it performs like sd845. That’s what people at anandtech found out, hopefully it’s not true.
Here's the link to the article
https://www.anandtech.com/show/12478/exynos-9810-handson-awkward-first-results
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Bro the geekbench scores are drastically high on exynos but yeah the the other scores are pretty low.. i think in real life, Exynos will still be faster than the Snapdragon.

People still pay attention to benchmarks? I have no issues with my SD835 S8+ and I only expect the S9+ to be even faster. I'll take real-world usage over benchmarks any day. Plus, I like being able to use VoLTE and having proper Carrier Aggregation support for LTE, something that I can't use if I import an Exynos version.

[Question] Will there be a oneplus 6t version? And when?

Are there Informations about a 6t-version?
When not:
When was the 5t announced? So is there a possibility to know if there will be a 6t version?

sejmand said:
Are there Informations about a 6t-version?
When not:
When was the 5t announced? So is there a possibility to know if there will be a 6t version?
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Hi,
I don't think I've seen any official statements on this. The 3T and 5T were both annouced in November of their respective years and available in the same month.
When the 3T came out, they said it was a one off due to the availability of the SD821. Last year they made no prior comment and then the 5T was launched with a bigger screen.
I would say that we won't get any confirmation until it happens... But I would bet money that there will be a 6T with some form of improvement over the OnePlus 6.
The OnePlus model is to sell a phone at full price with no discounts until it's next model comes out. When the phones were priced very low, they could do that because even after a year it was a competitive choice. Now after a year there are better phones coming out after a year. Moving to a 6 month cycle means they keep people interested and higher sales figures. It's also worth noting that they increased the prices on the 3t but not the 5t. If they are increasing prices on the t models it also means OnePlus are going to flagship territory pricing. Not necessarily flagship killer like they originally used to be. This isn't bad but just demonstrates how their business model is changing to that of a more mainstream brand (similar to Sony with its 2 flagships a year) rather than an upstart.
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Thanks for the announcement details. I didn't followed this and now it's clear for me that speculating is pretty much useless!

sejmand said:
Thanks for the announcement details. I didn't followed this and now it's clear for me that speculating is pretty much useless!
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Lol,
Pretty much...
My two cents is that I think there will be a OnePlus 6T but I will still be looking at the OnePlus 6. You get a phone with a new processor rather than waiting for the 6t when it's already half way through its product cycle.
The way they have supported the OnePlus 3 and OnePlus 5 would seem to indicate they have the same software release cycle as the 3T and 5T respectively so might as well just get the OneOlus 6 when it's out. As for the 6T, it's just like the wider phone market... There are always new phones coming out with some latest feature so no point waiting as you will always be waiting for something better.
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Yes, you can't wait to be "up to date". But 5 and 5t are pretty much different
When I know what are the details of the 6, I can see what I will do.
I'm willing to buy the phone my lgg4 is getting too old...

sejmand said:
Yes, you can't wait to be "up to date". But 5 and 5t are pretty much different
When I know what are the details of the 6, I can see what I will do.
I'm willing to buy the phone my lgg4 is getting too old...
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I so had a G4.. it bootlooped!! I'm impressed yours lasted so long!
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The release of a T version depends on a new chipset release by SD. If the Pixel/Note comes up with any later chipsets than 845, there are chances we would get a T device again.

Funk Wizard said:
The release of a T version depends on a new chipset release by SD. If the Pixel/Note comes up with any later chipsets than 845, there are chances we would get a T device again.
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Is it only chipset that would make A T version likely this year? The OP5T had the same chipset but it was down to the screen change?
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rav101 said:
Is it only chipset that would make A T version likely this year? The OP5T had the same chipset but it was down to the screen change?
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The screen is already updgraded to 19:9 on the 6. I don't think we can see that going any further in 2018, at the max we can see an on screen FPS and a few camera tweaks. As I said earlier it depends on this year's pixel/note/iPhone release for further developments and market competitiveness
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Funk Wizard said:
The screen is already updgraded to 19:9 on the 6. I don't think we can see that going any further in 2018, at the max we can see an on screen FPS and a few camera tweaks. As I said earlier it depends on this year's pixel/note/iPhone release for further developments and market competitiveness
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Acoording few leaks OP6 will launch somewhere around end of April...
Can you confirm this...:fingers-crossed:

Funk Wizard said:
The release of a T version depends on a new chipset release by SD. If the Pixel/Note comes up with any later chipsets than 845, there are chances we would get a T device again.
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well we didt get 5T wihtout any new chipset
(835)
only 18:9 screen an FP on the back
so maybe we get a 6T
but i dont see what news they can putt in it ee have it all (allmost)

cultofluna said:
Acoording few leaks OP6 will launch somewhere around end of April...
Can you confirm this...:fingers-crossed:
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I wish I could, you would have to wait for the official announcement for the release date, all I can say is your guess is close :fingers-crossed:
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Funk Wizard said:
The release of a T version depends on a new chipset release by SD. If the Pixel/Note comes up with any later chipsets than 845, there are chances we would get a T device again.
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What do you think about this thing where people keep saying that the OnePlus 6T (that people automatically assume is coming) will definitely be notch-less ?
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Funk Wizard said:
I wish I could, you would have to wait for the official announcement for the release date, all I can say is your guess is close :fingers-crossed:
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That's something I can get on board with..
Pure guessing but I take that to mean early May at the latest!
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SlyUK said:
What do you think about this thing where people keep saying that the OnePlus 6T (that people automatically assume is coming) will definitely be notch-less ?
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Well OnePlus will only start working on the next device after the release of OnePlus 6 and that can be either the 6T or something else so for now no one can confirm for sure. Also the release of the 6T shall depend on the future development in the world of tech and the other competitive devices to be released later in the year like the Pixel 3/Note/iPhone
If 6 is still competitive by the end of the year and there is no significant development in the world of tech, OP might hold its decision and rather release 7 instead of 6T
Edit: Similar article
https://bgr.com/2017/11/21/oneplus-6t-release-date-is-it-happening/
rav101 said:
That's something I can get on board with..
Pure guessing but I take that to mean early May at the latest!
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I hope the same, infact the new leaks give the exact date and time which I guess by now everyone would be aware of though I can't vouch on its credibility :laugh:
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Funk Wizard said:
I hope the same, infact the new leaks give the exact date and time which I guess by now everyone would be aware of though I can't vouch on its credibility :laugh:
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Hey buddy,
I've seen reference to late April in line with the launch of the Avengers film but I haven't seen a leak that gives a date and time? I tried to do a quick Google search but couldn't find it? Any chance you could share a link?
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rav101 said:
Hey buddy,
I've seen reference to late April in line with the launch of the Avengers film but I haven't seen a leak that gives a date and time? I tried to do a quick Google search but couldn't find it? Any chance you could share a link?
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It's floating all over telegram, you can join any group. If I post of people will take it as official which is not right at this moment
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Funk Wizard said:
It's floating all over telegram, you can join any group. If I post of people will take it as official which is not right at this moment
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Thanks buddy,
No harm in us doing our own research and I take your point about official Vs unofficial statements.
Found it anyway :good:
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rav101 said:
Thanks buddy,
No harm in us doing our own research and I take your point about official Vs unofficial statements.
Found it anyway :good:
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Good you got it :good:
I would recommend to take it with a pinch of salt, also The Global release is generally before the Chinese release if I refer to the previous devices ?
Let's all wait for the official announcement :highfive:
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I'm not worried about a 6T. I got the 3T and then the 5. I skipped the 5T because it was an entirely different phone and I'm happy with my 5. I don't see what more they could pack into a new phone! The 6 will be loaded with the 845, so that won't be upgraded anytime soon. The RAM and storage will be huge so that's not an issue. The new camera and screen will be on point. Dust and water protection? I doubt it.

OP 7 Pro Mclaren Edition

Does anyone think there will be a Mclaren edition of this phone? I dont want to buy the 7 Pro if in a few months a more powerful version will show up.

Phaze1585 said:
Does anyone think there will be a Mclaren edition of this phone? I dont want to buy the 7 Pro if in a few months a more powerful version will show up.
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Doubt it. If you have noticed, all of the OnePlus special/limited editions have been a one and done.
Also, they are selling a 12gb model, so at best you get more storage. Can't see em doing a 16gb model.
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And that's why it's the "Pro"!

skinnytoo2 said:
Doubt it. If you have noticed, all of the OnePlus special/limited editions have been a one and done.
Also, they are selling a 12gb model, so at best you get more storage. Can't see em doing a 16gb model.
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Suppose youre right.

I can't see it. Makes no sense. They know 12GB is overkill as of now... What are they going to offer 16GB/512gb? I don't see it. What's with the Pro?

1) There will always be a "more powerful version", until we reach the limits on SoC gate technology.
2) What do you find lacking in the performance for the OP7P that you feel you need to wait? Really? I have my OP7P declocked to get significantly better battery life, and the declocked OP7P still would crush most other phones on the market.

I just hope they don't launch a limited edition red model, I'll be pissed! That's the only thing they could do right now that would bum me out, and that's aesthetic, not even performance.

¿GotJazz? said:
1) There will always be a "more powerful version", until we reach the limits on SoC gate technology.
2) What do you find lacking in the performance for the OP7P that you feel you need to wait? Really? I have my OP7P declocked to get significantly better battery life, and the declocked OP7P still would crush most other phones on the market.
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I know my OP 7 Pro crushes the new Galaxy S 10 Pro and my wife and kids Apple iphone XS . They use my OP 7 Pro for all pictures that we take !

I heard they are launching Op7T Pro with 855+ , 120 hz refresh rate & better cameras in few months

Sounds like a future beast!

RISHI RAJ said:
I heard they are launching Op7T Pro with 855+ , 120 hz refresh rate & better cameras in few months
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It won't have 120hz 1440p OLED as such a thing doesn't exist

RISHI RAJ said:
I heard they are launching Op7T Pro with 855+ , 120 hz refresh rate & better cameras in few months
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An 855+ with a 5g US compatible radio is all I have heard is coming. For anything better, the OnePlus 8 next year will be the only worth while upgrade.

I'm with the op. Im waiting for a special edition. Every phone gets a spec edition. I'm sure it'll come out in September after the current back to school promotions end.

Looks like a world wide second 5G model this year...

Where to buy Oppo Find X2 Pro?

Finally I found a shop on alibaba can buy the phone with a good price.And I also found Mi 10 Pro on this website too!!!
Here is the link to buy:[COLOR="Red"]Aff link removed.[/COLOR]
Thank you guys.

yeah i would like a better resource to buy this phone

masri1987 said:
yeah i would like a better resource to buy this phone
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In stock as of today. (black ceramic)
https://www.belsimpel.nl/oppo-find-x2-pro/zwart

animaleyes76 said:
In stock on Tuesday. (black ceramic)
https://www.belsimpel.nl/oppo-find-x2-pro/zwart
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doesn't appear that they deliver to USA

masri1987 said:
doesn't appear that they deliver to USA
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Amazon?
https://www.amazon.com/Original-Sna...ywords=Oppo+find+x2+pro&qid=1585082097&sr=8-1

Will there be difference if we wait for the European model or it will be the same?

xchatter said:
Will there be difference if we wait for the European model or it will be the same?
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The link I gave is the European model. The Netherlands got it much earlier. ? All models are the same from everything that I've read.

Belsimpel.nl offers sim free European model and deliver almost everywhere in Europe.

Thanks for the hints guys.
Damn.... it costs as much as S20 Ultra. :/

xchatter said:
Thanks for the hints guys.
Damn.... it costs as much as S20 Ultra. :/
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yeah, that's unfortunate.
I found the Find X2 Pro on "Trading Shenzhen" for 927€ https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/vivo-oppo-realme-etc/2159-oppo-findx2pro-12-256.html
however it's a Chinese model. Most likely won't be able to flash Global ROM on it... but the price is very tempting!
already cancelled my Find X2 (non Pro) order, and I'm probably gonna buy the Pro from Trading Shenzhen.

jericho246 said:
yeah, that's unfortunate.
I found the Find X2 Pro on "Trading Shenzhen" for 927€ https://tradingshenzhen.com/en/vivo-oppo-realme-etc/2159-oppo-findx2pro-12-256.html
however it's a Chinese model. Most likely won't be able to flash Global ROM on it... but the price is very tempting!
already cancelled my Find X2 (non Pro) order, and I'm probably gonna buy the Pro from Trading Shenzhen.
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I will wait to see the OnePlus 8 series announcement. If they are not better, I hope Oppo will be already available in more EU countries by then.

For the Brits: https://www.oppo.com/uk/smartphone-find-x2-pro/
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xchatter said:
I will wait to see the OnePlus 8 series announcement. If they are not better, I hope Oppo will be already available in more EU countries by then.
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OnePlus 8 Pro looks impressive, but I'm not a fan of the green and the camera no quite on par from initial comparisons. What are your thoughts?

Kruzkal said:
For the Brits: https://www.oppo.com/uk/smartphone-find-x2-pro/
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OnePlus 8 Pro looks impressive but I'm not a fan of the green and the camera no quite on par from initial comparisons. What are your thoughts?
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I also didn't like the green too much, but the blue version looks amazing on all reviews no matter that on oneplus' webpage the picture of the blue looks ugly. For the camera I agree that probably it won't be the absolute best but I wouldn't look at Oneplus anyways if the camera was my top priority. However I think it will be updated and it will be top-of-the-line. Oneplus is the king of updates and UX. The screen is the best, stereo speakers, fastest wireless charging. I also like that they removed the motorized camera tbh(i know this is subjective, but still). The curve of the screen is not something that I appreciate, but also I get used to this( I had the Vivo Nex 3, Huawei Mate 30 Pro) and don't mind in the end.
Some things I like better on the Find X2 Pro(the back finish for example and the faster wired charging), but OnePlus 8 Pro gets my vote because the community is beyond comparison so we will get all kinds of things to play with over here at XDA. +good battery +fastest wireless charging +the best screen +great camera +Oxygen(btw Find X2 Pro is similar) +best updates.
In the end -> I placed my pre-order of the blue 256GB model and hopefully will get it by the end of next week.

animaleyes76 said:
In stock as of today. (black ceramic)
https://www.belsimpel.nl/oppo-find-x2-pro/zwart
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Looking at this, did you buy it? Is it dual-SIM. Website sort of makes out it is, but chatting to their team on facebook messenger, they say its a single sim??

Hi, do you know différences between chinese and global version ?

BlueMeany68 said:
Looking at this, did you buy it? Is it dual-SIM. Website sort of makes out it is, but chatting to their team on facebook messenger, they say its a single sim??
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Hi, sadly I don't. I waited for two weeks (6 days for it to be in stock) and they still didn't send it despite having it in stock (despite their adverts saying thar they send phones 7 days a week until 11pm etc) and I cancelled the order and bought a P40 Pro instead.

I’ve ordered the orange variant from Belsimpel.nl, shipped Friday so hope to receive sometime this week (UK). Took a few days to get through fraud check as I’m not in the Netherlands but appreciate that is for my safety also. By the time i got through the checks it said 2-4 days to get stock in but they actually shipped immediately. Not sure if they put one to the side for me but doubt it!

orbital247 said:
I’ve ordered the orange variant from Belsimpel.nl, shipped Friday so hope to receive sometime this week (UK). Took a few days to get through fraud check as I’m not in the Netherlands but appreciate that is for my safety also. By the time i got through the checks it said 2-4 days to get stock in but they actually shipped immediately. Not sure if they put one to the side for me but doubt it!
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I've took the gamble too. Have just ordered the black from belsimpel.nl
Looked at all the alternatives, and although some of the China ones were cheaper, they were all just 256gb. I would have liked dual sim but the chance of the phone not supporting android auto and/or wifi calling (plus only one year warranty - and the possibility of customs charges etc) was too much of a gamble. None of the Chinese merchants would commit.
Hopefully, this will arrive swiftly... nice black 512Gb single SIM for just over €1,204 including shipping. Reckon that even when(if) it turns up in UK it'll be similar price for 512Gb.
Ordering, like you say, was a bit of a miff... but I'll take that for security purposes.

BlueMeany68 said:
I've took the gamble too. Have just ordered the black from belsimpel.nl
Looked at all the alternatives, and although some of the China ones were cheaper, they were all just 256gb. I would have liked dual sim but the chance of the phone not supporting android auto and/or wifi calling (plus only one year warranty - and the possibility of customs charges etc) was too much of a gamble. None of the Chinese merchants would commit.
Hopefully, this will arrive swiftly... nice black 512Gb single SIM for just over €1,204 including shipping. Reckon that even when(if) it turns up in UK it'll be similar price for 512Gb.
Ordering, like you say, was a bit of a miff... but I'll take that for security purposes.
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Just for info, the tracking on mine was stuck, it still said it was waiting to be picked up by the courier for 3 days after it 'shipped'. It wasn't though it was in transit and arrived within 3 working days

Arrived 2nd Day after shipping. Has Android Auto, WiFi calling (yet to test), so currently quite happy

Still worth in 2022?

Hello everyone,
I am thinking to buy Oneplus 8.
The price is really good. I wanted to ask you if it is still worth it. What do you think?
Thanks.

isik_h said:
Hello everyone,
I am thinking to buy Oneplus 8.
The price is really good. I wanted to ask you if it is still worth it. What do you think?
Thanks.
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The OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro have held up well...

It still works as it should.

Are we talking $200?

isik_h said:
Hello everyone,
I am thinking to buy Oneplus 8.
The price is really good. I wanted to ask you if it is still worth it. What do you think?
Thanks.
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Luckily because Qualcomm is trash, the chip inside the OP8 is still almost just as good as the 888 or the SD8 Gen 1.
Only reason to upgrade to the 9 or 10 would be cameras. OP8 cameras are garbage.
I wouldn't grab a used one unless it's real cheap. Just for battery concerns the phone is going on 2 years old after all.