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Inquiries about the Mi Mix 2s.

Hello I am interested in buying the Mi MIx 2S 8GB 256 GB, but I have a few concerns.
1- i found this out on frequency check:
frequencycheck.com/carrier-compatibility/Y0VKtoe/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s-premium-edition-global-dual-sim-td-lte-256gb/etisalat-egypt
I would like to know if its true or not, that it wont support LTE band in my country ( although the band is listed in the Device description)
2-Do you have any idea when to expect a global rom ?
3-I am buying it from JD.com - Because AliExpress and Gearbest are very pricy. So i was also wondering if it would be easy to install Google services and use the phone normally and get rid of Xiaomi bloatware or some of it at least, until global rom is available.
4- Is it true that It should be easier to make custom roms and thus installing them for this device, wouldnt have to wipe phone every time i do so, or ??
5-What are Mi Mix 2S Daily MIUI Builds that i found here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s/how-to/mi-mix-2s-daily-emui-builds-t3775064
is it worth it or waiting for an official global rom is a better alternative ?
Thank you.

Riyokan said:
Hello I am interested in buying the Mi MIx 2S 8GB 256 GB, but I have a few concerns.
1- i found this out on frequency check:
frequencycheck.com/carrier-compatibility/Y0VKtoe/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s-premium-edition-global-dual-sim-td-lte-256gb/etisalat-egypt
I would like to know if its true or not, that it wont support LTE band in my country ( although the band is listed in the Device description)
2-Do you have any idea when to expect a global rom ?
3-I am buying it from JD.com - Because AliExpress and Gearbest are very pricy. So i was also wondering if it would be easy to install Google services and use the phone normally and get rid of Xiaomi bloatware or some of it at least, until global rom is available.
4- Is it true that It should be easier to make custom roms and thus installing them for this device, wouldnt have to wipe phone every time i do so, or ??
5-What are Mi Mix 2S Daily MIUI Builds that i found here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s/how-to/mi-mix-2s-daily-emui-builds-t3775064
is it worth it or waiting for an official global rom is a better alternative ?
Thank you.
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1. Can't help you there sorry:/
2. As soon as they start to sell it officially in countries outside China, I don't think there's already a date for that
3. Yes, it's easy, you can read about it in the xiaomi Reddit wiki here. lots of information there for other topics too
4. I think it should be easy because of project treble. My current understanding is you only have to wipe the phone completely if you go from miui to a aosp or cm based custom rom or the other way around, if you flash for example resurrection remix and then want to flash omni rom you don't have to do a full wipe
5. I don't know about these daily builds but I will test them as soon as I get my 2s
You can (according to stuff I read in other forums) use the chinese rom without any issues if you install the playstore and so on described in 4. I will do the same

Flatric said:
1. Can't help you there sorry:/
4. I think it should be easy because of project treble. My current understanding is you only have to wipe the phone completely if you go from miui to a aosp or cm based custom rom or the other way around, if you flash for example resurrection remix and then want to flash omni rom you don't have to do a full wipe)
5. I don't know about these daily builds but I will test them as soon as I get my 2s
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I didn't quite understand the part Resurrection remix part? what is that ? Could you explain a bit more?
Also when are you expected to get your Mi 2s?

Riyokan said:
I didn't quite understand the part Resurrection remix part? what is that ? Could you explain a bit more?
Also when are you expected to get your Mi 2s?
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Resurrection remix is a popular custom Rom, that was just an example to tell you that you don't have to wipe everything when you go from one custom Rom to another, but a factory reset is, as always, recommended. Wiping the whole data partition is only necessary if you want to flash miui after a cm or aosp based custom Rom or flash a custom Rom when you are coming from miui.
It will arrive within the next 20-30days according to the shop it ordered it (tradingshenzen).

Flatric said:
Resurrection remix is a popular custom Rom, that was just an example to tell you that you don't have to wipe everything when you go from one custom Rom to another, but a factory reset is, as always, recommended. Wiping the whole data partition is only necessary if you want to flash miui after a cm or aosp based custom Rom or flash a custom Rom when you are coming from miui.
It will arrive within the next 20-30days according to the shop it ordered it (tradingshenzen).
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Okay I got it now.
I couldn't make the flash sale on JD.com :S
Is tradingShenzen trusted? Have you used it before, coz it seems to have a lower price than gearbest or aliexpress.

Riyokan said:
Okay I got it now.
I couldn't make the flash sale on JD.com :S
Is tradingShenzen trusted? Have you used it before, coz it seems to have a lower price than gearbest or aliexpress.
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I never used it before but I checked on reddit and other forums and most of the people from germany buy on tradingshenzen because we get a 2 year warranty there. The price on gearbest will be lower in a few weeks for sure

Flatric said:
I never used it before but I checked on reddit and other forums and most of the people from germany buy on tradingshenzen because we get a 2 year warranty there. The price on gearbest will be lower in a few weeks for sure
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Okay, please let me know when you get your phone and flash the rom etc.
And thank you for your help so far.

Riyokan said:
Okay, please let me know when you get your phone and flash the rom etc.
And thank you for your help so far.
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You're welcome
Yes, I'll let you know

Riyokan said:
Hello I am interested in buying the Mi MIx 2S 8GB 256 GB, but I have a few concerns.
2-Do you have any idea when to expect a global rom ?
Thank you.
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s/how-to/miui-global-rom-twrp-released-t3778465

Riyokan said:
3-I am buying it from JD.com - Because AliExpress and Gearbest are very pricy.
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You can try to use the code GBMBP on gearbest, on many phones you get some discount
Edit: Just checked it, seems like the code is expired

Frequencycheck has false info for Mi Mix 2S, claims it doesn't support any LTE bands.

Flatric said:
You can try to use the code GBMBP on gearbest, on many phones you get some discount
Edit: Just checked it, seems like the code is expired
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Yeah, I am that lucky.
Even the flash sales on JD.com have ended, now all the prices are 4800 Yuan and up!
And Aliexpress price spiked to 860$
I can only buy the 256 8G version for it to work where I live!
I am screwed
Edit:They are back, The flash sale is BACK!

Riyokan said:
Yeah, I am that lucky.
Even the flash sales on JD.com have ended, now all the prices are 4800 Yuan and up!
And Aliexpress price spiked to 860$
I can only buy the 256 8G version for it to work where I live!
I am screwed
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Are you 100% sure you need 256 version? As far as I know you only need the 256 version for America

Flatric said:
Are you 100% sure you need 256 version? As far as I know you only need the 256 version for America
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I asked their local distributor in Egypt ( Although they don't exude much confidence, but they said for our 4G networks that seems to be the case although the bands of our LTE are on the lower models as well.
I am still debating it any way.

Riyokan said:
I asked their local distributor in Egypt ( Although they don't exude much confidence, but they said for our 4G networks that seems to be the case although the bands of our LTE are on the lower models as well.
I am still debating it any way.
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I tried to google a little bit and this is my conclusion:
These and these are the Bands used in Egypt and here are the bands supported by the mi mix 2s. According to wikipedia GSM 900 and 1800 are Band 3 and 8 and both supported by the standard version of mi mix 2s.
For 3g you need UMTS 2100 which is B1 and also supported by standard 2s and for LTE you need LTE B1 which is supported too. I'm not 100% sure about it, maybe just create a question thread on Xiaomi reddit forum to double check

I tried to google a little bit and this is my conclusion:
These and these are the Bands used in Egypt and here are the bands supported by the mi mix 2s. According to wikipedia GSM 900 and 1800 are Band 3 and 8 and both supported by the standard version of mi mix 2s.
For 3g you need UMTS 2100 which is B1 and also supported by standard 2s and for LTE you need LTE B1 which is supported too. I'm not 100% sure about it, maybe just create a question thread on Xiaomi reddit forum to double check
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Yeah those are the answers I found, But here in Egypt everything tech wise is a bit vague and no official website can be really trusted, which is why I didn't wanna risk it from the beginning ,but the price will probably lead me to that eventually If the flash sale plan doesn't go through.

Riyokan said:
Yeah those are the answers I found, But here in Egypt everything tech wise is a bit vague and no official website can be really trusted, which is why I didn't wanna risk it from the beginning ,but the price will probably lead me to that eventually If the flash sale plan doesn't go through.
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Ok, good luck

Seems like on the global version you get all the bands with the small versions too. https://forum.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-mix-2s/help/global-lte-model-t3770545 but it's not confirmed

Mate 20X/Install Update/Unbrick - Official FunkyHuawei Thread for Mate 20X

This is the official FunkyHuawei thread for the Mate 20X.
What FunkyHuawei Supports Currently:
1. Firmware Installation / Unbricking
FunkyHuawei supports the Mate 20X for unbricking and firmware installation, but support has not yet been made public. This will be updated when it is.
2. Rebranding
Rebranding is currently not possible on the Mate 20X, even with root or unlocked bootloader. If this changes in the future, it will be updated.
Those who need to install updates and so on are welcome to contact FunkyHuawei support for help while the release of support for this model is still private.
Any other questions, feel free to ask them here.

Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks

Hi, would these apps work on this version of the phone?
- Gboard, Google Pay(I usually use it for contactless payment), UK banking apps(HSBC, Barclays, etc)

Google pay
aung24 said:
Hi, would these apps work on this version of the phone?
- Gboard, Google Pay(I usually use it for contactless payment), UK banking apps(HSBC, Barclays, etc)
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Hi
I have a Honor note 10 and use Google pay just fine . I bank with Metrol bank and First direct who is part of HSBC .
Not tried gboard but all other Google apps works fine.
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jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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I dont believe there is any hardware difference just maybe 1 let band difference. Chinese model will get updates quicker as the main base is in China so there update that model first . Google pay etc worked fine on my Honor note 10 which came out in August, call it the smaller brother which has no global ROM .
I personally prefer Chinese model , can delete most Chinese apps fine , yes some will remain and some Chinese characters in certain parts but still prefer Chinese model
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jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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Huawei have become strict in unlocking so maybe not but Honor who is apart of Huawei did offer users of honour note 10 codes .

@duraaraa,
I haven't been around here much since back when we goofed around with the Mi Mix (recall I sent you one I got so you could work on it since you didn't have one). Anyways, really glad to see what you have done with FunkyHuawei and all - impressive you turned your hobby in to a business so congrats.
I am curious about buying the global from your site. I am very likely to pull the trigger for one of these soon, haven't had a Chinese phone since my Mi Mix and Mate 9 (sold the Mi Mix ultimately for being to rough around the edges in terms of software and the mid range camera but kept the Mate 9 and was pretty happy with it for a while with no real issues once setup properly). Can you give us a summary of the finer points you see as advantages to getting a global from FunkyHuawei verse just getting a Chinese version with Play store already installed?
P.S. Anyone looking for a great unlocked Note 9 with bunch of accessories and whatnot send me PM.

SWBgHz said:
@duraaraa,
I haven't been around here much since back when we goofed around with the Mi Mix (recall I sent you one I got so you could work on it since you didn't have one). Anyways, really glad to see what you have done with FunkyHuawei and all - impressive you turned your hobby in to a business so congrats.
I am curious about buying the global from your site. I am very likely to pull the trigger for one of these soon, haven't had a Chinese phone since my Mi Mix and Mate 9 (sold the Mi Mix ultimately for being to rough around the edges in terms of software and the mid range camera but kept the Mate 9 and was pretty happy with it for a while with no real issues once setup properly). Can you give us a summary of the finer points you see as advantages to getting a global from FunkyHuawei verse just getting a Chinese version with Play store already installed?
P.S. Anyone looking for a great unlocked Note 9 with bunch of accessories and whatnot send me PM.
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I think you might have mistaken me for someone else about the Mi Mix, but I did work on the Mi Mix 2. I've never actually seen a Mi Mix 1 in person
The Chinese version uses various Chinese services instead of Google Services, and some of those can't be changed. For example, for location services. For the default voice assistant. And so on.
I've heard that OK Google doesn't work on the Chinese version, while you can use it to unlock the phone on the international version, and so on.
I had thought that Chinese version wouldn't pass Safetynet, but I'm not sure. I've also heard that the Chinese version doesn't allow you to change the default launcher. The dual app feature supports whatsapp and facebook on the global version, but wechat and chinese apps on the Chinese version, and so on.
If you don't live in China, getting the global version will work out better for most people.

jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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Certain google things can be installed on the Chinese model. But google is baked into the non-Chinese model. So things like OK Google (to wake up the phone), google assistant as default, Google used as location provider, and so on, will be available only on the international model.

jackfrost7 said:
Can you unlock the bootloader so it can be rooted?
Also, is there any difference in hardware between the 6/128 China version and the 6/128 Global version?
I see people mention google support, but how can it be impossible to install google stuff on a rooted china model?
Thanks
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As far as I know you can't unlock the bootloader or root these at present.
If 'Enable OEM Unlock' becomes select-able in developer options it would be possible.

duraaraa said:
As far as I know you can't unlock the bootloader or root these at present.
If 'Enable OEM Unlock' becomes select-able in developer options it would be possible.
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Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.

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jackfrost7 said:
Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.
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I am getting the chinese version as i prefer this model but if your not sure of things buddy get the global version as its available .

jackfrost7 said:
Sorry, I meant can you unlock the bootloader on the chinese version, I thought I saw people saying the OEM unlock option was available on the chinese version.
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I don't h ave an OEM unlock or bootloader unlock in my dev menu.. not tried ADP yet..

@duraaraa is there anyway to take a different payment besides PayPal? I'm trying to pay with affirm, but it's declining the card.
Actually it shows approved. Can you please check for my order?

antiochasylum said:
@duraaraa is there anyway to take a different payment besides PayPal? I'm trying to pay with affirm, but it's declining the card.
Actually it shows approved. Can you please check for my order?
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I think you emailed FH already, so we'll discuss over email.

duraaraa said:
This is the official FunkyHuawei thread for the Mate 20X.
What FunkyHuawei Supports Currently:
1. Firmware Installation / Unbricking
FunkyHuawei supports the Mate 20X for unbricking and firmware installation, but support has not yet been made public. This will be updated when it is.
2. Rebranding
Rebranding is currently not possible on the Mate 20X, even with root or unlocked bootloader. If this changes in the future, it will be updated.
Those who need to install updates and so on are welcome to contact FunkyHuawei support for help while the release of support for this model is still private.
Any other questions, feel free to ask them here.
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Hi I have the Chinese mate 20x when will the global ROM be available to flash on this?

ramheer said:
Hi I have the Chinese mate 20x when will the global ROM be available to flash on this?
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that will be good to know if possible (think need bootloader unlocking is needed though)...hope...

Mate 20x screen manufacturer
Greetings .. I'm afraid to have a screen problem like 20 pro. 20 x in Do you have any information about the display manufacturer?

KarAAjaH said:
Greetings .. I'm afraid to have a screen problem like 20 pro. 20 x in Do you have any information about the display manufacturer?
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What is the screen problems?

jutley said:
What is the screen problems?
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The Mate 20 pro has green bleeding out for lack of better terms on the edges. Seems to be very common now

Mauser147 said:
The Mate 20 pro has green bleeding out for lack of better terms on the edges. Seems to be very common now
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Have not heard anything for the Mate 20 X. The Pro has the screen supplied by LG and BOE, and most of the green-color bleeding issues are from LG. The screen of Mate 20 X is supplied by Samsung.

Hi @duraaraa. I think I'm ok sticking with Chinese version. But was wondering, in the event I'd like to change it to L29, if progress has been made on rebranding. Do you think it will be possible in the coming months. Thanks!

Verdict about MiA2 Lite.

Hello! I have been using A2 Lite for about six months now. I liked Mi phones. But I think A2 Lite is not up to mark as per the price charged. Especially, Android One experience. It lacks lots of features as compared to other MI phones in this range running on MIUI.
What are your thoughts on this?

Mohib86 said:
Hello! I have been using A2 Lite for about six months now. I liked Mi phones. But I think A2 Lite is not up to mark as per the price charged. Especially, Android One experience. It lacks lots of features as compared to other MI phones in this range running on MIUI.
What are your thoughts on this?
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That's the point of this phone. Stock android with no features. That's why you do your research before buying something. You could've bought Redmi 6 Pro which is basically the same device with MIUI rom.

Mohib86 said:
Hello! I have been using A2 Lite for about six months now. I liked Mi phones. But I think A2 Lite is not up to mark as per the price charged. Especially, Android One experience. It lacks lots of features as compared to other MI phones in this range running on MIUI.
What are your thoughts on this?
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What features do you really need? I had redmi 4x before and miui sucks, I dont remember any feature which would be missing...

marstonpear said:
That's the point of this phone. Stock android with no features. That's why you do your research before buying something. You could've bought Redmi 6 Pro which is basically the same device with MIUI rom.
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I did my research before buying the phone. The hardware specs are great of this phone, I'm talking about software features.

wenna.speedy said:
What features do you really need? I had redmi 4x before and miui sucks, I dont remember any feature which would be missing...
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Some very basic features, like scheduling a SMS, adding speed dial number, double tap to wake etc. Its camera's hardware is good, but it's software is not.

Mohib86 said:
Some very basic features, like scheduling a SMS, adding speed dial number, double tap to wake etc. Its camera's hardware is good, but it's software is not.
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So, why dont you try custom rom? Btw, sms scheduling works with non-native app. Dt2w - Iam using fingerprint unlocking, the fastest. And I dont think miui has this feature.

Mohib86 said:
I did my research before buying the phone. The hardware specs are great of this phone, I'm talking about software features.
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Exactly what I said. You should've bought the Redmi 6 Pro then. Which means you didn't do your research.

marstonpear said:
Exactly what I said. You should've bought the Redmi 6 Pro then. Which means you didn't do your research.
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I wanted app drawer, that's why I didn't go for Redmi 6 Pro.

wenna.speedy said:
So, why dont you try custom rom? Btw, sms scheduling works with non-native app. Dt2w - Iam using fingerprint unlocking, the fastest. And I dont think miui has this feature.
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Redmi 5A and Note 4, both have Dt2w, and they both run MIUI.

I bought this phone specifically because it didn't have MIUI on it.
Stock Android, unlockable bootloader. It's the first phone I've had that gets security updates too.
I've had it for a few months now and I still love it.

MIUI suck, give so many features that u might never use.
Those features consume CPU and battery, while stock Android has lesser feature but any feature you want you can just get them from PlayStore.
My last Xiaomi phone (Mi 4i), became super laggy until cannot unlock the screen.
Turn out it was MIUI fault because it became normal again after I flashed it with custom ROM.

From my point of view it's the perfect Android terminal.
I only miss one feature from MIUI : Scheduled turn on and off :crying:

sinthemau said:
From my point of view it's the perfect Android terminal.
I only miss one feature from MIUI : Scheduled turn on and off :crying:
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Try flight mode, almost zero consumption. -+1%/night

This phone absolutely lives up to its price point of the $159 I purchased two of them at. Great screen, great battery life, decent processor that can handle mostly everything except high end gaming, metal body, 2 of 3 American LTE bands for T-Mobile, FM radio, IR blaster, security updates monthly with Android One. MIUI is a dumpster fire and if you wanted MIUI you should've bought a Redmi.
It's a great phone.

I'm still wondering why so many people who prefer MIUI over stock android bought the A2 Lite instead of the Redmi 6 Pro which is even cheaper. Personally, I wouldn't even touch a MIUI phone with a pair of pliers.

wenna.speedy said:
Try flight mode, almost zero consumption. -+1%/night
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Yes I know but love to turn off during the night. Anyway, doesn't matter so much. Thanks

I am one of the users who has the problem of slow wifi in 2.4ghz when the bt or gps is active. The problem arises from the month of December following the update to android P. From December to today Xiaomi has not produced any patch to solve this serious problem. For me this is a serious bug and leads me to say that it was not a good buy.

Durotan said:
I am one of the users who has the problem of slow wifi in 2.4ghz when the bt or gps is active. The problem arises from the month of December following the update to android P. From December to today Xiaomi has not produced any patch to solve this serious problem. For me this is a serious bug and leads me to say that it was not a good buy.
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I flashed a custom rom on mine and have no such problem, actually no complains about the device. It's just hardware, with a proper OS on it (stock is never that) it works really good.

I bought this smartphone right after it was available version 4/64. I can tell is the best smartphone i never had, The best quality/price ratio, Battery last 9 hours sot, now you can install many custom rom, gcam makes photos great.... its fast and the display is great. Im totally satisfaited with this device. If you miss Miui than its you that bought the wrong models phone

celrau said:
I flashed a custom rom on mine and have no such problem, actually no complains about the device. It's just hardware, with a proper OS on it (stock is never that) it works really good.
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Which rom did you use? Does it support gcam?

How to know if a Realme phone has Chinese ROM or Global ROM

How can I know if my Realme phone has the Chinese ROM, or Global ROM, (besides the label on the box)?
Is there a section in the settings app that provides such info?
Also, if a malicious seller installs Global ROM on the Chinese variant hardware and tries to pass it as a genuine global variant, how can I identify such fraud?
Or, can I just enter the IMEI on a website fo check its ROM edition?
P.S. I have never used a Realme or OPPO phone.
( In Xiaomi phones, Global version phones have "MIUI Global" written in their phone settings' About section. Also, these phones have ROM codes ending in ***MIXM. While Chinese version phones have ***CNXM. Is there a similar info to be found in Realme ColorOS Settings?)

LeHalua said:
How can I know if my Realme phone has the Chinese ROM, or Global ROM, (besides the label on the box)?
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There is barely any difference between the two but Chinese Rom is different because it's codename isn't Realme 5 Pro but Realme Q. It's almost impossible not to notice. If you had Chinese rom in settings about phone there would be Realme Q under model label, not realme 5 pro. Furthermore in case you didn't notice that there would be preinstalled Chinese market and apps and less or none Google stuff.
LeHalua said:
Is there a section in the settings app that provides such info?
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On stock rom go to settings and about phone.
LeHalua said:
Also, if a malicious seller installs Global ROM on the Chinese variant hardware and tries to pass it as a genuine global variant, how can I identify such fraud?
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If the seller for some reason put global rom on your model which was made for Chinese market (which I highly doubt for it's no easy feat and takes time+effort furthermore it'd not worth it from the perspective of the seller) then there's no way you could notice that.
Except if you're a very advanced user like me. There are tiny differences between Chinese model hardware and global hardware so you shouldn't worry. There are two key differences (which I think are rather hardcoded than hardware limitation). One is that Chinese Realme Q has smaller system partition size for Chinese rom uses less storage because missing Google stuff. Other is global and Chinese variant modem antenna seems to support different 4G bands. Obviously Realme Q supports bands that are frequently used in China while global supports bands that are used in worldwide. This means Realme Q hardware is limited thus doesn't support European B7 and B20 4G bands.
LeHalua said:
Or, can I just enter the IMEI on a website fo check its ROM edition?
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I don't know about such method.
LeHalua said:
P.S. I have never used a Realme or OPPO phone.
( In Xiaomi phones, Global version phones have "MIUI Global" written in their phone settings' About section. Also, these phones have ROM codes ending in ***MIXM. While Chinese version phones have ***CNXM. Is there a similar info to be found in Realme ColorOS Settings?)
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Yes. And more obvious.
Chinese market>Realme Q (RMX1971CN)
Global>Realme 5 Pro(RMX1971EX)
But don't bother trying to find device codenames with non-root apps. They don't make a difference between RMX1971CN and RMX1971EX.
Some extra info and details:
I ordered a Realme Q from China via AliExpress last October. Since then I'm using my device in Europe, Hungary and I'm in love with it. All the technical details I shared are results of personal testing and debugging. I'll tell you why you shouldn't worry about a Realme Q sold as a Realme 5 Pro.
If a seller wanted to do this for some reason they'd need to ask for official bootloader unlock from Realme. After getting the unlock approval (which isn't nearly sure for monthly unlock cap is 1000 device) they'd need to flash a custom recovery on it and clean flash a Realme 5 Pro global rom on the device. Fastboot flashing doesn't always work with this method. Furthermore because Realme Q system partition isn't as big as Realme 5 Pro's there would be complications.
After successfully flashing Global rom on the device the seller would need to flash back stock recovery and relock bootloader. This would likely confuse the device and cause bootloop. This whole procedure is timely, lots of effort required and some serious skill. As conclusion it is totally pointless and not worth it for any seller. The procedure is nearly the same on Xiaomi devices. So such logic applies there as well.

greenys' said:
If the seller for some reason put global rom on your model which was made for Chinese market (which I highly doubt for it's no easy feat and takes time+effort furthermore it'd not worth it from the perspective of the seller) then there's no way you could notice that.
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In some South/Southeast Asian countries, Chinese versions of phones sell cheap, but obviously people want the global version. That's why sellers used to do such scam. It seems unbelievable but it used to be very common in countries like India. But after makers like Xiaomi locked down their devices (e.g. bootloader unlock waiting period, anti-rollback protection, ROM flashing requires unlocked bootloader even if it's meant for the same device, etc.), this practice has all but disappeared. I wasn't really sure if a newer brand like Realme would have similar protections, but seems like they do have them. So I guess I'm covered.
And thanks for your comprehensive answer. It's really helpful.
On a side note, does ColorOS/RealmeOS have these features built-in: call recording, screen recording, dual-apps/clone-apps, second space/parallel space, etc.?

LeHalua said:
In some South/Southeast Asian countries, Chinese versions of phones sell cheap, but obviously people want the global version. That's why sellers used to do such scam. It seems unbelievable but it used to be very common in countries like India. But after makers like Xiaomi locked down their devices (e.g. bootloader unlock waiting period, anti-rollback protection, ROM flashing requires unlocked bootloader even if it's meant for the same device, etc.), this practice has all but disappeared. I wasn't really sure if a newer brand like Realme would have similar protections, but seems like they do have them. So I guess I'm covered.
And thanks for your comprehensive answer. It's really helpful.
On a side note, does ColorOS/RealmeOS have these features built-in: call recording, screen recording, dual-apps/clone-apps, second space/parallel space, etc.?
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The more I know. No bigge. I try my best. I barely know anything about Color OS for I'm a real pure android lover thus ditched Cos after 3 days. I can't really comment on these features.

Question Is it safe to buy xiaomi pad 6 chinese version?

i am looking to buy xiaomi pad 6. it looks like its only launched in china atm. i am in need of a tablet atm and this one seemed a good fit for me. theres no news about global launch and looking at the four month delayed global launch for pad 5, i cannot wait that long.
i wanted to know
1. what issues i would have to deal with if i buy the chinese variant.
2. genuine sources i can get this from
3. is there anything on the market with around similar specs and price?

rockyyy said:
i am looking to buy xiaomi pad 6. it looks like its only launched in china atm. i am in need of a tablet atm and this one seemed a good fit for me. theres no news about global launch and looking at the four month delayed global launch for pad 5, i cannot wait that long.
i wanted to know
1. what issues i would have to deal with if i buy the chinese variant.
2. genuine sources i can get this from
3. is there anything on the market with around similar specs and price?
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Look at comparative chart of tablets on/coming to market , as compiled by tabletmonkeys.com :
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would appreciate some response here

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would appreciate some response here
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Hey bro. I bought a Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro, 12gb ram and 256gb rom.
Its running chinese Miui pad software. After removing bloat (Some chinese apps) its absolutely the best ive ever had. Ive been using Xiaomi phones with miui for a while, and never used chinese roms.
But this one, on another level.
1) There are not too many issues i faced. Google play store was even pre-installed! (never had that before)
Its smooth, english works fine, can remove most apps that are chinese, and all runs fine.
Only thing i can think of, is that when using other launchers, like Nova, some animaltions/dualscreen shortcuts work alittle less easy.
But for most, the normal standard launcher (With a smart dock) works fine.
2) since I live in Myanmar,I get them straight from china, so cant say much on places elsewhere,for this version i paid about 450usd. cant match that im afraid.
3) not that i can think of. There is a Xiaoxin lenovo tablet, that has the 870 snapdragon, but again, where would you get it from..
If you have any questions regarding the tablet, let me know,ill do my best in answering!

I bought the Mi Pad 6 Chinese version. I unlocked the bootloader and installed the global ROM (Indian version). Extremely satisfied. I hope there will be more custom ROMs available for it soon.

i got my mi pad 6 today

st0wz said:
I bought the Mi Pad 6 Chinese version. I unlocked the bootloader and installed the global ROM (Indian version). Extremely satisfied. I hope there will be more custom ROMs available for it soon.
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thats great. wouldnt unlocking bootloader cost you to lose widevine L1? can the device be rooted? please share any guide that you have followed

st0wz said:
I bought the Mi Pad 6 Chinese version. I unlocked the bootloader and installed the global ROM (Indian version). Extremely satisfied. I hope there will be more custom ROMs available for it soon.
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i just read a guide on unlocking bootloader. it requires a sim card and a data connection to work. and this device doesnt have that. how did you bypass this?

Which guide have you read? It's simple, just use Xiaomi's unlock tool and wait for 7 days.

I appreciate you guys for the advice, I was afraid before but thanks for giving me the advice.

I like the tablet very much. Speed, battery life, feel, quality.
But MIUI is absolute sh*t, especially the chinese version with its preinstalled keyboards and bloatware.
You have to put the GBoard on it ASAP and disable / uninstall a lot of apps.
In the chinese version some messages are not translated and therefore displayed in chinese.
I'm currently waiting for the bootloader to unlock and then install another ROM.

Menic0 said:
I like the tablet very much. Speed, battery life, feel, quality.
But MIUI is absolute sh*t, especially the chinese version with its preinstalled keyboards and bloatware.
You have to put the GBoard on it ASAP and disable / uninstall a lot of apps.
In the chinese version some messages are not translated and therefore displayed in chinese.
I'm currently waiting for the bootloader to unlock and then install another ROM.
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same here. waiting for the 168 hours. could you suggest a decent rom and a guide to install it.

st0wz said:
I bought the Mi Pad 6 Chinese version. I unlocked the bootloader and installed the global ROM (Indian version). Extremely satisfied. I hope there will be more custom ROMs available for it soon.
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Hey bro,
Received mine a couple of hours ago
CNA you please share a link to the Indian ROM.
The only one I see to find is the GSI for a different device but people say it's compatible.
Thx !

Djreppa said:
Hey bro,
Received mine a couple of hours ago
CNA you please share a link to the Indian ROM.
The only one I see to find is the GSI for a different device but people say it's compatible.
Thx !
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Xiaomi Firmware Updater
The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.
xiaomifirmwareupdater.com

1. Some of the messages will be in Chinese, but apparently installing morelocale solves a lot of problems
2. I bought me a pad 6 pro from tradingshenzen and it arrived in Poland in 10 days from China - I also know other people who bought from this portal. I had no duty or added tax.
The second reliable source is giztop gives a link to xiaomi pad 6 and xiaomi pad 6 pro (it's not much more expensive).
3. this is the best offer I've seen on giztop LENOVO XIAOXIN PAD PRO 2022 - but I don't know if it's worth it because previous versions were a drama when it comes to unlock and root, or watching netflix (problem with certificates).
If you don't want to have problems get xiaomi mi pad 6 there will be a lot of custom roms for this model. If you want to have a performance king, get a pad 6 pro.
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Xiaomi Pad 6 - 8GB/128GB - 11 inch - Best price
Xiaomi Pad 6 with 11 inch 2.8K display 144Hz - Snapdragon 870 - 8840 mAh battery - 8GB/128GB - 33W Fast Charging - at the lowest price.
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Xiaomi Pad 6
11-inch LCD 2.8K display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 Octa-core processor. 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB/512GB ROM. 50MP+2MP rear cameras and a 20MP front camera. 8840mAh battery, 33W rapid charging. MIUI 14 base on Android 13 OS.
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Xiaomi Pad 6 Pro
11-inch LCD 2.8K display with a 144Hz refresh rate. Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 octa-core processor. 8GB/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128GB/256GB/512GB ROM. 50MP+2MP rear cameras and a 20MP front camera. 8600mAh battery, 67W quick charging. MIUI 14 base on Android 13 OS.
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Lenovo Xiaoxin Pad Pro 2022
11.2-inch 2.5K OLED screen with a 120Hz refresh rate. JBL Quad Speakers with Dolby Atmos, SmartPA. An 8MP FF front camera and a 13MP AF rear camera. CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 / MTK Kompanio 1300T. 8200mAh battery supports 68W fast charging or 30W fast charging. Full Google service and Google...
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RidleyScott said:
1. Some of the messages will be in Chinese, but apparently installing morelocale solves a lot of problems
morelocale2 solves the problem all additional applications start in your language messenger, telegram etc.
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raviprakashji said:
Xiaomi Firmware Updater
The ultimate script that provides firmware packages for Xiaomi devices.
xiaomifirmwareupdater.com
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Hi there,
Thx for the link, but I can find the Pad 6, for the Pad 6 pro there's no Indian rom yet I think

Djreppa said:
Hi there,
Thx for the link, but I can find the Pad 6, for the Pad 6 pro there's no Indian rom yet I think
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The answer is obvious. Why will there be a ROM specific to a country where the product will never be release?

raviprakashji said:
The answer is obvious. Why will there be a ROM specific to a country where the product will never be release?
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Obvious for an Indian person living in India
In my case I am just looking for a Rom other than Chinese one

Hi
Bought the Xiaomi Pad 6 (6gb/128gb) Chinese version a week ago via eBay from EU for £317. Great tablet, came with Google play installed and filled it with required apps. Only problem is that some system Chinese apps cannot be uninstalled. Am waiting until a Global rom is available and then I will unlock and root . Don't mind MIUI as have a Xiaomi Redmi note 12.