Anyone see this or is interested? I was looking to buy a Padfone S but stumbled across this. It looks like the difference is around ~50 dollars for a little bit of performance boost (but hey, the newer the better).
My only question is if I wonder if it works with the first generation S tablet dock so I don't have to buy another...
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Asus...h-3GB-of-RAM-64GB-storage-for-302-USD_id67953
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yes, both using same version of station so it works.
kbc88 said:
Anyone see this or is interested? I was looking to buy a Padfone S but stumbled across this. It looks like the difference is around ~50 dollars for a little bit of performance boost (but hey, the newer the better).
My only question is if I wonder if it works with the first generation S tablet dock so I don't have to buy another...
http://www.phonearena.com/news/Asus...h-3GB-of-RAM-64GB-storage-for-302-USD_id67953
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I bought the dock for my Padfone S, and it works fine with my Padfone S Plus (Malaysian user here).
Anyone tried installing Unofficial CM12 Lollipop upgrade for "plus" version?
I have this version but the tw sku it's just the PadFone s with 3gb of ram and 64gb of internal storage . I use the dock from the 16 gb PadFone S
I am seriously thinking on getting this. Only problem for me is a battery life, but I think Asus made a good compromise - quick charging.
450 Euro I think is a good price for it.
I bought plus from UK, (thought it' being selled only in Malaysia) and mine have WW firmware. Performance with this 3gb ram is amazing. You can almost forgot about closing apps. About battery, you can easily get they thru the day with 2300 mah on regular usage, and get 3-4 h on screen on. About quick charge, I didn't get quick charger with device. Only 5V, 2A. I am using a A66 PadFone charger because of EU plug instead of UK and it seems to have a quick charge mode (additional 15V, 1.4A) but sadly PadFone S is not being charged any quicker for me. Maybe because of incompatible quick charge charger mode.
i also have padfone s plus and quick charging doesnt work with the padfone s
Strange, because I asked some retailers at ebay and they said that S Plus supports quick charging. And Station is bulky and heavy right? I am still considering it, I know it won't be Galaxy Tab S or Ipad Air like, but is it usable, or it's just too heavy to hold in some positions?
It's bulky only where phone's get in, in center. For me it's not heavy at all. I can easily hold it in one hand. Also I am wondering if 10" infinity tablet will work with S, because dimensions are quite the same. If I find out I'll share with you.
Thanks guys for your useful posts. It's good to know more about Padfone S because there aren't much information about it.
Ebay has an offer for both S Plus phone and station for 500 Euros. However, I think I will try to wait for S Plus in my country for a 2 year warranty service (September at best).
ngoonee said:
I bought the dock for my Padfone S, and it works fine with my Padfone S Plus (Malaysian user here).
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Hi, can anyone confirm if the Padfone S plus will work with the Padfone X dock?
Thanks.
armanito said:
Hi, can anyone confirm if the Padfone S plus will work with the Padfone X dock?
Thanks.
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One is a US device, the other is international. Doubt you'd get anyone here who has both together.
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Hi, can anyone confirm if the Padfone S plus will work with the Padfone X dock?
Thanks.
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It's exactly what I use . The dock is practically the same as the S so yes, I can confirm it works.
Does rooting and unlocking bootloader method for the S will work on the plus?
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Does rooting and unlocking bootloader method for the S will work on the plus?
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Yes at least the rooting part. I rooted successfully with towelroot.
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Does rooting and unlocking bootloader method for the S will work on the plus?
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Yes at least the rooting part. I rooted successfully with towelroot.
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Note that that applies as long as you're not yet on Lollipop. L needs a different rooting method.
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Note that that applies as long as you're not yet on Lollipop. L needs a different rooting method.
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I was planning to upgrade to lollipop once I get the phone. What method do I need to root? My main concern is just rooting. Don't really need to unlock bootloader. Would be nice to be able to use twrp since i am used to using it to do a backup of system and data.
Thanks for the heads up, I've not updated to L yet as I was waiting to move back into my house before I went ahead.
KK - TowelRoot
LL - KingRoot
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Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
The screen is nice..
Search for the others. answers are everywhere.
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Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
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1. Gingerbread 2.3.6
2. not really.
3. Its okay compared but there are better displays.
4. No.
these question are very simple so search next time to keep the forum clean.
IMO that's a ripoff. I got mine for 150 with a lapdock 6 months ago. For 300 you could do much better.
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IMO that's a ripoff. I got mine for 150 with a lapdock 6 months ago. For 300 you could do much better.
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Oh, really? Where? (If it's possible to tell me) I could also get the LG Optimus G for like $400, but unfortunately it's CDMA and it's locked, so I wouldn't be able to use it with my carrier (Telcel),
EBay
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I recommend Samsung galaxy note or s2. I am very happy with my note on 4.2.2 jellybeer
And for future reference xda has a search feature and sections for questions
4.2.2 Jellybeer? I want that upgrade!
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Never buy this phone, it will never run a clean JB rom. The lapdock isn't worth it.
For 300$ you can get a Galaxy S2 or Galaxy nexus. At 350$ you can have a Xperia S.
danyboy008 said:
Hello everybody, roght now I have the possibility to get the Atrix 4G + Lapdock for like 300 USD and I was wondering if you guys who posses this phone recommend me to get it? Currently I have the Xperia Mini Pro, but somehow the touch screen stoped working :s So, if you do recommend the atrix + Lapdock, could you answer me some questions?
1.- Whats the last official Android version this phone has?
2.- Is it hard to unlock the bootloader? (I would get the At&t version, btw)
3.- IS the screen quality good?
4.- Is there any JB (4.1, 4.2) ROMs wich work with the lapdock, the finger scanner and the camera (Photo + video) out there?
Thanks a lot, I really appreciate your help !
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Why would you pay $300 for a 2 year old phone? Lapdock included it still isn't worth it. Buy a Nexus 4 or something, it's also $300 and 3 months old. The Atrix 4G was a great phone though, just a little outdated now..
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4.2.2 Jellybeer? I want that upgrade!
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Perhaps when/if the new kernel gets finished there will be a port to atrix someday
Please don't get this phone.
To be frank, buying the Atrix is something i regret in hindsight. I bought the phone in September when Motorola had still not changed its mind regarding releasing an ICS update. I bought mine for $220 without lapdock but with the promise that the phone would get an update and with that came the assurance that the community support would motor along nicely for another 2-3 version of the Android at the very least (considering the Atrix's powerful hardware).
Also, do not look the Atrix's way if you are into watching videos on your phone a lot. As already mentioned, the Atrix's screen quality absolutely sucks. I love all the other bits about my Atrix though and won't be selling it off anytime soon.
etMind said:
To be frank, buying the Atrix is something i regret in hindsight.
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I love all the other bits about my Atrix though and won't be selling it off anytime soon.
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So to recap: you love almost everything about your Atrix and won't be selling it anytime soon, but you regret ever buying it.
Huh? Makes no sense to me.
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So to recap: you love almost everything about your Atrix and won't be selling it anytime soon, but you regret ever buying it.
Huh? Makes no sense to me.
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I get the confusion you are talking about.
I love the rock solid build of the Atrix, love the SQ on the phone, the high PPI which makes reading and browsing an absolute pleasure, the high brightness level of the display that is quite useful when outdoors in the sun, the battery life that gets me well through the day in spite of my phone being bundled with the BH5X unit rated at 1540 mAH, it's 16 GB inbuilt storage in addition to support for memory cards, and some real powerful hardware.
My regret is based on a couple of things only, the unsatisfactory screen unit and Moto's ditching of the phone. More so since i could have got a phone with better display and official support for the price i paid.
So in that sense, i do not want to sell it anytime soon but i am not confident if i can hold out with the Atrix in the long run.
Sorry if it still doesn't make sense to you .
Thank you all, I won't get the Atrix, maybe I get the Optimus G
http://www.gsmarena.com/lenovo_tab_s8-6681.php
http://www.mobilegeeks.com/lenovo-tab-s8-full-review-video/
http://shop.lenovo.com/gb/en/tablets/lenovo/s-series/s8/
Do you guys think this device will be supported by anyone on XDA?
There isn't a trace of anything currently, which appears to be the case for anything by Lenovo unfortunately, which is a shame as this appears to be a very capable device.
I'd love to replace my N7 (2013) with one but the lack of support and being forced to use Lenovo's (most likely crap) software is a deal-breaker.
It currently costs just over £100 in the UK because of a deal with Curry's and a cashback scheme from Lenovo themselves.
Nice little tablet
I bought one a couple of weeks ago to replace my Nexus 7 (2012) that had a cracked screen. I've been really happy with it so far. Lenovo's software isn't that bad, and you can fix most of the issues (no app drawer?) by installing something like Nova or Apex launcher. I would like root access so that I can use Titanium Backup and get rid of some bloatware, but I have not been disappointed in the tablets performance at all.
Let's hope someone smarter than me finds an exploit for this tablet soon.
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I bought one a couple of weeks ago to replace my Nexus 7 (2012) that had a cracked screen. I've been really happy with it so far. Lenovo's software isn't that bad, and you can fix most of the issues (no app drawer?) by installing something like Nova or Apex launcher. I would like root access so that I can use Titanium Backup and get rid of some bloatware, but I have not been disappointed in the tablets performance at all.
Let's hope someone smarter than me finds an exploit for this tablet soon.
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Yea it would be nice but that's my concern.
All the "smart" people are using Nexus 7s or Galaxy Tabs and have no interest in this.
I've decided against it for now! Glad you're enjoying yours though.
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I hope this gets support!
Spec wise it's better than the nexus 7. The Intel atom 3745 is bang in the middle performance wise compared to the snapdragon 600 and 800. Got mine for 107 from p.c world, what a bargain!!!
Hope the popularity picks up and we see it get root access. Custom roms would be a huge bonus, but I won't be holding my breath!
Forum needed
I too would love to see a sub-forum for this device. I've bought one and am seriously impressed with it for the price. Only one gripe is that the screen flashes once every so often. I hope it's software related rather than hardware.
Interesting, mine does the screen flashing too. It seems some apps cause it more than others.
I would love to see a forum for this device to start getting users together.
i would like to get root on this aswell, its an awesome tablet for the price but root would make it so much better
ThisDude78 said:
I bought one a couple of weeks ago to replace my Nexus 7 (2012) that had a cracked screen. I've been really happy with it so far. Lenovo's software isn't that bad, and you can fix most of the issues (no app drawer?) by installing something like Nova or Apex launcher. I would like root access so that I can use Titanium Backup and get rid of some bloatware, but I have not been disappointed in the tablets performance at all.
Let's hope someone smarter than me finds an exploit for this tablet soon.
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Is that a little like walking backwards? Get the device first, then hope for root and/or developer support.
Generally, the advice is check for root and/or developer support first, then buy the device. Apart from ensuring you don't end up with a dead end device, it also ensures that your business goes to reward manufacurers that produce open and flexible devices that really do adapt to their customer's needs and usage rather than forcing customers into a strait jacket.
I would also like to gain root access for this device. If anyone knows of a way to root I'd be extremely thankful!
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Is that a little like walking backwards? Get the device first, then hope for root and/or developer support.
Generally, the advice is check for root and/or developer support first, then buy the device. Apart from ensuring you don't end up with a dead end device, it also ensures that your business goes to reward manufacurers that produce open and flexible devices that really do adapt to their customer's needs and usage rather than forcing customers into a strait jacket.
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I understand the point you are trying to make, but it doesn't apply to my decision to buy this tablet. It would be nice to have a root solution for the reasons I mentioned, but I knew one was unavailable when I purchased it. If we get root, great, I'll use Titanium Backup and get rid of some apps I don't plan on using. If we don't get root, it's still a great tablet with a fantastic screen, decent speakers, and solid performance for under $200. Since I'm unlikely to keep any device as my primary device for more than around 18 months (I get bored and want something shinier!), I'm not super concerned about whether or not it's considered a "dead end device" either.
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I understand the point you are trying to make, but it doesn't apply to my decision to buy this tablet. It would be nice to have a root solution for the reasons I mentioned, but I knew one was unavailable when I purchased it. If we get root, great, I'll use Titanium Backup and get rid of some apps I don't plan on using. If we don't get root, it's still a great tablet with a fantastic screen, decent speakers, and solid performance for under $200. Since I'm unlikely to keep any device as my primary device for more than around 18 months (I get bored and want something shinier!), I'm not super concerned about whether or not it's considered a "dead end device" either.
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It's cool that you were informed before you bought it. LG G Pad 8.3 offers similar benefits but is more open.
On these devices that can monitor ever more of what one does and report back to who-knows-where without one's knowledge or permission, one is motivated to demand more and more control that isn't possible if the devices are locked down. I hope Lenovo's lack of openness doesn't rub off on Motorola now they own it.
Answer Found
For what it's worth, I found a working root method at the Russian Lenovo forums. I can't post a link because I haven't made enough other posts yet, but it's pretty easy to find.
You will need to register to download the files.
I can confirm it worked on my s8-50f. There also appears to be a TWRP recovery posted, but I haven't tried that yet.
ThisDude78 said:
For what it's worth, I found a working root method at the Russian Lenovo forums. I can't post a link because I haven't made enough other posts yet, but it's pretty easy to find.
You will need to register to download the files.
I can confirm it worked on my s8-50f. There also appears to be a TWRP recovery posted, but I haven't tried that yet.
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Did you mean this forum?
A little OT. I apologize but...
The newly released Nokia N1 seems a good, comparable device for similar outlay. Intel Atom too. Unlocked bootloader. Wifi-only though.
Sadly no word on kernel sources, 3rd party developer friendliness etc
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Did you mean *removed* this forum[/URL]?
A little OT. I apologize but...
The newly released Nokia N1 seems a good, comparable device for similar outlay. Intel Atom too. Unlocked bootloader. Wifi-only though.
Sadly no word on kernel sources, 3rd party developer friendliness etc
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Yeah, that's the right forum.
I looked at the N1, and had it been available when my Nexus 7 broke, it would have been on my short list. My only real issue is the aspect ratio. It's unclear at this time how well apps are going to play on th 4:3 screen. I've read that a lot of stuff doesn't really look great on the Nexus 9. That could turn out to be a totally groundless concern though, we'll see.
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Yeah, that's the right forum.
I looked at the N1, and had it been available when my Nexus 7 broke, it would have been on my short list. My only real issue is the aspect ratio. It's unclear at this time how well apps are going to play on th 4:3 screen. I've read that a lot of stuff doesn't really look great on the Nexus 9. That could turn out to be a totally groundless concern though, we'll see.
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I'd bet it would be on a lot of shortlists. Nokia dropped the ball by not releasing this in time for Xmas. Would have ended up in a few stockings that may now get an Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact or Nexus 7/9 or LG G Pad 8.3 or iPad Mini...
Just trying to determine if CM11 (or other AOSP roms) can be ported to it. That would make it an awesome [almost budget] choice.
ThisDude78 said:
I bought one a couple of weeks ago to replace my Nexus 7 (2012) that had a cracked screen. I've been really happy with it so far. Lenovo's software isn't that bad, and you can fix most of the issues (no app drawer?) by installing something like Nova or Apex launcher. I would like root access so that I can use Titanium Backup and get rid of some bloatware, but I have not been disappointed in the tablets performance at all.
Let's hope someone smarter than me finds an exploit for this tablet soon.
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hello
Can you make calls through it? Supposedly there is an LTE version but not sure if that is just for data access or actually has cellular capability for calling. Thanks.
mac231us said:
hello
Can you make calls through it? Supposedly there is an LTE version but not sure if that is just for data access or actually has cellular capability for calling. Thanks.
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There is an LTE version (S8-50CL I think?), but mine is wifi only. I don't know if the LTE variant can make calls. To be honest, I'm not sure I've seen the LTE version available for purchase anywhere.
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There is an LTE version (S8-50CL I think?), but mine is wifi only. I don't know if the LTE variant can make calls. To be honest, I'm not sure I've seen the LTE version available for purchase anywhere.
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thanks...i saw this one (have heard of this site before..not bad from what I have heard) (though description at bottom is for an older design, info at top is for the new design)
http://www.merimobiles.com/lenovo-tab-s8-50-4g-lte-8inches-2gb-ram-16gb-ram-tab_p/meri10444.htm
yes Lenovo site at
http://shop.lenovo.com/gb/en/tablets/lenovo/s-series/s8/#tab-features
says this
"Optional LTE ConnectivityThe TAB S8 supports high-speed LTE (4G) data connectivity - enabling you to browse websites, stream movies & music, and do so much more at blazingly fast speeds. In certain regions, additional voice support is available on select models."
wonder what those select models are...
Question..how is the display quality? viewing angles, color, brightness and not smudgy I hope...maybe reflective guessing. any info appreciated
thx
mac231us said:
thanks...i saw this one (have heard of this site before..not bad from what I have heard) (though description at bottom is for an older design, info at top is for the new design)
http://www.merimobiles.com/lenovo-tab-s8-50-4g-lte-8inches-2gb-ram-16gb-ram-tab_p/meri10444.htm
yes Lenovo site at
http://shop.lenovo.com/gb/en/tablets/lenovo/s-series/s8/#tab-features
says this
"Optional LTE ConnectivityThe TAB S8 supports high-speed LTE (4G) data connectivity - enabling you to browse websites, stream movies & music, and do so much more at blazingly fast speeds. In certain regions, additional voice support is available on select models."
wonder what those select models are...
Question..how is the display quality? viewing angles, color, brightness and not smudgy I hope...maybe reflective guessing. any info appreciated
thx
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The display is the best part of this tablet, honestly. It's bright, the colors look great (to me at least), and the viewing angles are fantastic. It doesn't collect any more smudges than the display on my G2.
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ThisDude78 said:
For what it's worth, I found a working root method at the Russian Lenovo forums. I can't post a link because I haven't made enough other posts yet, but it's pretty easy to find.
You will need to register to download the files.
I can confirm it worked on my s8-50f. There also appears to be a TWRP recovery posted, but I haven't tried that yet.
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Could you upload the files mate
I was at the local Wallyworld today and they had a new display of Unlocked phones for sale. They didn't have the actual phones on display, but a card that you take to the Electronics desk to get the product. What caught my eye was a phone called "Huawei Ascend Mate 2 Slim". The specs on the card look exactly the same as my Mate 2 that I got on Amazon. The only thing that may have been different was a smaller battery (can't remember if it was noted on the package). The phone is not yet listed on the Walmart.com website. Anyone else see this?? Differences between this phone and the Mate 2? Looks like prices are falling, due to no Kit Kat or Lollipop updates???????
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Phone in upper LH corner.
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Phone in upper LH corner.
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Not quite the same specs. I think that says it only has 8GB of memory.
Next time I am at the store I will get more info. Now that Lollipop is confirmed for our phones, these may sell very well!
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I took a second pic of the info card at Walmart. Other than 8 vs 16 MB memory, and maybe a slightly smaller battery it looks the same at the Mate 2. I didn't see the phone itself. For $249 it looks like a good deal.
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I took a second pic of the info card at Walmart. Other than 8 vs 16 MB memory, and maybe a slightly smaller battery it looks the same at the Mate 2. I didn't see the phone itself. For $249 it looks like a good deal.
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Interesting. I dont think it needs to be any slimmer, but if it has a microsd port still, thats a great deal. Thats still amazing battery life.
Mozgus said:
Interesting. I dont think it needs to be any slimmer, but if it has a microsd port still, thats a great deal. Thats still amazing battery life.
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The battery is the same as the open market HAM2 and it does only have 8GB internal storage. Also, it DOES have the microSD slot. Basically it is the same phone without the 16GB internal storage. Fabulous deal....especially with the announcement of Android L coming first half next year.
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The battery is the same as the open market HAM2 and it does only have 8GB internal storage. Also, it DOES have the microSD slot. Basically it is the same phone without the 16GB internal storage. Fabulous deal....especially with the announcement of Android L coming first half next year.
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I actually just bought this variant, and love it so far. It's almost exactly like my note 2 that died on me awhile back.... Loved the note 2. Unfortunately I can't afford another, nor the note 4 so I figured "It has almost the same specs, I'll give it a whirl" since walmart has the 15 day return policy, so far I'm satisfied and almost love it as much as the Note 2. The bootloader unlock method found on here works as well (Emailed Huawei for the code) Now trying to find an easy way of rooting and looking for TWRP.
flametai1 said:
I actually just bought this variant, and love it so far. It's almost exactly like my note 2 that died on me awhile back.... Loved the note 2. Unfortunately I can't afford another, nor the note 4 so I figured "It has almost the same specs, I'll give it a whirl" since walmart has the 15 day return policy, so far I'm satisfied and almost love it as much as the Note 2. The bootloader unlock method found on here works as well (Emailed Huawei for the code) Now trying to find an easy way of rooting and looking for TWRP.
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Here's a link for everything you need to root and get TWRP installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/asc.../2014-09-22-teamwin-recovery-project-t2885144
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Here's a link for everything you need to root and get TWRP installed.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/asc.../2014-09-22-teamwin-recovery-project-t2885144
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Thanks very much! You guys have a bit of a different structure for where your threads go than over at the Note 2 palace as I like to call it. Not going to lie, I miss my baby, but maybe this phone will finally be the motivation that I need to start making my own custom roms for phones, considering development for this doesn't seem a 100% go so far like it is over on the note 2 area. Or at least I haven't noticed yet.
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Next time I am at the store I will get more info. Now that Lollipop is confirmed for our phones, these may sell very well!
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The only phone that is guaranteed Lollipop is the unlocked one sold from Huawei. Do no expect Lollipop on the variants.
What is the model number on this variant?
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Found these. If they'll help at all!
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Found these. If they'll help at all!
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I just noticed in those images it has a different firmware version. the latest update for the Mate 2 is b148 and it looks like the slim is running b146. I doubt there is any notable difference between the 2 but worth pointing out. It baffles me why release a new version when they were not planning to update the phone at all until all of us that purchased the phone caused them to reconsider and give us lollipop
Do you see in the system prpoerties that it list the phone as having 8gb of Phone Storage and not 16gb. Mine has always said 16gb before and after rooting. I have the cc version.
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Do you see in the system prpoerties that it list the phone as having 8gb of Phone Storage and not 16gb. Mine has always said 16gb before and after rooting. I have the cc version.
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This new Walmart "slim" varient has a smaller battery and only 8gb storage. Only difference between it and normal unlocked model
Hey devs,
for about 3 weeks I have been a proud owner of the RMN2 Prime until yesterday, when it suddenly turned off and died.
When I got the phone I started skinning it down with jaik's custom boot image and also cleaned it from unused apps. So far so good.
Now, some days ago I decided to switch over to danielpinto's CM12.1 , which is really awesome compared to MIUI. No problems either.
I also installed Greenify and Disable services to get rid of some battery hogs.
Yesterday, I was out of home whole day, had minimal standby battery drain, but really massive battery drop when recording a video (~50% to 25% in about 2min).
Put it in my pocket, and 10 min later it didn't turn on again. I thought it would be the battery, but apparently it's bricked. No charge LED, no PC recognition, nothing...
I tried to unbrick it via SP tool and some really unconvenient tutorials, but nothing worked. I guess I installed all needed drivers now, but SP tool doesn't show any reaction in the progress bar (the coloured bar at the bottom...I don't get ANY colour, nothing starts when I click the download button).
What to do?
The RMN2 is a pretty good phone IMO, but now also my first bricked one. I would be extremly graceful if some experienced xda devs could help me with this as I'm really desperated.
I'm from Europe and ordering a new one (if I'd need to) would take some weeks from now.
If so, have you any suggestions on which device might be a better choice? It should be in the same price range though.
Thanks for reading!
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If it is broken.... I guess new phone can be redmi note 3 pro.
Only thing I can think of is trying with a new battery.. (something must be wrong with it if it drained that quickly).
Thanks for your replies!
elaurens said:
Only thing I can think of is trying with a new battery.. (something must be wrong with it if it drained that quickly).
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Well, after I used the camera the drain was normal again and stayed at 27%. I also removed the battery and directly powered it from my powerbank, but it never turned on or vibrated...and no LED...
mehdi554 said:
If it is broken.... I guess new phone can be redmi note 3 pro.
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The extra features of the 3 pro are not really attractive for me. I've found the Elephone P9000 Lite today and I think this might be great alternative. Or I give the RMN2 another chance. Not sure on this yet...
sierrabravo6 said:
Thanks for your replies!
Well, after I used the camera the drain was normal again and stayed at 27%. I also removed the battery and directly powered it from my powerbank, but it never turned on or vibrated...and no LED...
The extra features of the 3 pro are not really attractive for me. I've found the Elephone P9000 Lite today and I think this might be great alternative. Or I give the RMN2 another chance. Not sure on this yet...
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Wouldn't it be less costly to first spend 10$ on a new battery before buying a new phone? In regards to a new phone, I'd chose a Snapdragon 650 powered RN3 w/ a 4k mAh battery over the Elephone P9000 Lite any day of the week. My brother has one and it's an amazing phone. Of course it all depends of what you find important in a phone. What makes you go for the Elephone?
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Wouldn't it be less costly to first spend 10$ on a new battery before buying a new phone? In regards to a new phone, I'd chose a Snapdragon 650 powered RN3 w/ a 4k mAh battery over the Elephone P9000 Lite any day of the week. My brother has one and it's an amazing phone. Of course it all depends of what you find important in a phone. What makes you go for the Elephone?
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Really appreciate your thoughts, man!
If I could be sure that it was a battery problem I would of course buy a new one. But it really appears to be a hard brick (I tested it with the battery removed and the phone directly plugged to the charger -> no LED, no reaction) Also the PC can't recognise it anymore.
The RN3 might surely be a nice phone, but for me the fingerprint, slithly faster performance and the battery are not worth 60€ more.
I just stumbled over the P9000 Lite yesterday and it seems to have everything the RN2 has + more RAM, LTE band 20 and Marshmallow. Negative is the small xda community for it...
And today I just found Ulefone! Geez, almost the same company name, but whole different stuff...there are way too many china phones out there!
The Elephone is down for a Ulefone Power or Ulefone Vienna.
Any thoughts?
Btw FYI, my preferences would be:
- at least 3000mAH
- 5.5 inch FHD
- Android 6 (or via update) + maybe chance for N if it's not asked too much
- at least 2Gb RAM, processor level of RN2 would be sufficient
- I don't care about the camera quality at all
- less than ~180€
Does the phone vibrate when you plug it to the charger without the battery?
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Does the phone vibrate when you plug it to the charger without the battery?
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Nope
sierrabravo6 said:
Nope
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Where did you buy your phone? Maybe it's still in warranty and maybe they will fix it for free,spending some $ to fix the rn2 is more convenient
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Where did you buy your phone? Maybe it's still in warranty and maybe they will fix it for free,spending some $ to fix the rn2 is more convenient
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I got it from Gearbest and it's still in their 45 days warranty. I'll probably try to ask for a refund and order a new RN2.
Sending it back, fixing it, then sending it back to me would last monthes...
So I'll order a new one today or tomorrow, I'm just undecided between Ulefone Power or RN2.
sierrabravo6 said:
Really appreciate your thoughts, man!
If I could be sure that it was a battery problem I would of course buy a new one. But it really appears to be a hard brick (I tested it with the battery removed and the phone directly plugged to the charger -> no LED, no reaction) Also the PC can't recognise it anymore.
The RN3 might surely be a nice phone, but for me the fingerprint, slithly faster performance and the battery are not worth 60€ more.
I just stumbled over the P9000 Lite yesterday and it seems to have everything the RN2 has + more RAM, LTE band 20 and Marshmallow. Negative is the small xda community for it...
And today I just found Ulefone! Geez, almost the same company name, but whole different stuff...there are way too many china phones out there!
The Elephone is down for a Ulefone Power or Ulefone Vienna.
Any thoughts?
Btw FYI, my preferences would be:
- at least 3000mAH
- 5.5 inch FHD
- Android 6 (or via update) + maybe chance for N if it's not asked too much
- at least 2Gb RAM, processor level of RN2 would be sufficient
- I don't care about the camera quality at all
- less than ~180€
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Djeeeeeeeeeeeez thx a lot!! You've made me look at that Elephone P9000 Lite, then at that Ulefone Power (looks awesome w/ wooden back!) and now i'm considering passing on my RN2 to a family member and going on a spending spree (again) I wouldn't personally go for the Ulefone Power because of it's less than great MT6753 processor, 16GB (only) storage and Ulefone's custom ROM (planned upgrade to MM, but yeah don't think it'll get N).
I'm actually moving to China in a couple of weeks and one of the first things I'll do when I get there is go have a look at the Umi Super. Check out these specs:
- SHARP 2.5D 5.5 FHD display (Gorilla glass 3)
- Mediatek P10 (MT6755) @ 2.0GHz
- SAMSUNG 32GB eMMC 5.1 ROM
- SAMSUNG LPDDR3 4GB RAM
- SONY 4000 mAh battery
- PANASONIC 13MP dual flash camera
- TYPE-C USB / SD card up to 256GB / Fingerprint sensor / Dual SIM (shared 2nd slot w/ SD)
And when you thought it couldn't get any better, it comes with stock Android 6.0 (yes you've read that right!! it's a Nexus!!!!! ) and Umi offers a ROM flashing tool (Rootjoy) on their website and the tool allows you to flash a MIUI, VIBE, EMUI or LEWA ROM, made for the Super, to the phone
That is one hell of a crazy phone! Now I know in your requirements it says "less than 180e" and there is a time limited offer on Umi's homepage to get it for 179.99$ (not sure about shipping fees). Anyway, I'm gonna get it even if I need to shell the normal 249.99$ price for it (it's more than worth it if you look at the top class components they've chosen for the Super). So screw the idea of repairing your RN2, throw it in the bin (or put it up on eBay) and get that unibody aluminium one
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Djeeeeeeeeeeeez thx a lot!! You've made me look at that Elephone P9000 Lite....
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Damn it, now there are 3 devices to choose from
The RN2 has a strong community, but bad battery..
the Ulefone Power has...ehm...power and MM, but is unhandy and has no community..
and the UMI Super sounds awesome, but has even less community and it will take monthes til it would be here with me!
Do you have a link to the 180 bucks offer? found it
And are you in anyway paid by UMI by chance?
EDIT: Ok, somehow got hooked by the Super Now the only question is where to get it fast and cheap
I can't stand getting along with my old Lg L7 for so long!
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And are you in anyway paid by UMI by chance?
EDIT: Ok, somehow got hooked by the Super Now the only question is where to get it fast and cheap
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Not in any way., I only found out about Umi at 2am last night when I was still looking at the newer China phones xD You can go on their website and click on the Super promo on the homepage (Snap now) and it will show you all the supported resellers (Gearbest and alike + 1 shop on Aliexpress/eBay). The Aliexpress shop (Deal Home) seems to be the only one having stock already (there's a certificate signed by a Umi representative stating that Deal Home has the First launch exclusivity) and all the other shops won't be sending anything out before June 20th. I've taken a look at their flash sale system. First, you need to register for the coupon (which they mail every Wednesday to the lucky first ones) and then you need to wait on a flash sale day (there was one on May 23rd and the next one, which we'll miss obviously, is on May 31th). Only on those days, and at the following hours: 00:00, 03:00, 06:00, 18:00 and 21:00, can you get one for 179$. The 179$ phones will be shipped out after 7 days according to the shop. So this system 1) scks and 2) is not as speedy as we like.
But there's a second option. You can buy it in a presale (right now) w/o the flash sale crap for 219.99$ on Deal Home (there's a 10$ seller discount as well) and according to them, those phones get shipped out "24~48h after test well". Thing is, I'm not sure how true that all is since in the shipping option, it mentions "ships out within 28 business days" (but that might be a default aliexpress thing). I'd just contact the shop and ask how quickly you can get it (or the item is being shipped out) if you take the 209.99$ one. They have 81 gray ones and 97 golden ones left.
It is true that the dev community is pretty small, but how much of it do you need if they offer a stock ROM by default (w/ possibility of root, xposed, etc.) and many alternative ROMS as an option? The only thing they might not do (but that's the same for every other Android vendor) is to offer an upgrade to Android N. I checked their forum a bit and at least they're being honest and clear about it when and why one of their devices isn't being updated to a new Android version.
I just had a first look at the sellers today and at the moment they all sell them for about 190€ - 200€, which is still okay for me (especially compared to the RN3). That is efox, tomtop, Banggood and Gearbest. Aliexpress' Deal Home unfortunately doesn't ship to my country. But I saw that Gearbest also has this kind of flash sale on special days of the week.
They all seem to deliver from mid to end of June plus the shipping time itself. So it will be here in mid July at the earliest...
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The only thing they might not do (but that's the same for every other Android vendor) is to offer an upgrade to Android N. I checked their forum a bit and at least they're being honest and clear about it when and why one of their devices isn't being updated to a new Android version.
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I was quite happy to see this.
sierrabravo6 said:
I just had a first look at the sellers today and at the moment they all sell them for about 190€ - 200€, which is still okay for me (especially compared to the RN3). That is efox, tomtop, Banggood and Gearbest. Aliexpress' Deal Home unfortunately doesn't ship to my country. But I saw that Gearbest also has this kind of flash sale on special days of the week.
They all seem to deliver from mid to end of June plus the shipping time itself. So it will be here in mid July at the earliest...
Ah the major downside of importing phones from China .. it takes forever to get them (unless you pay an extra 35$ for a DHL <8 days delivery).
I was quite happy to see this.
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Awesome. That seals the deal for me
Btw, this is Umi's official shop on Aliexpress. You can get the super deal and flash deal for their device right there. There's even 1 super deal phone in stock but unfortunately it's a gold one.
Maybe this could help, but is in spanish http://www.movilesdualsim.com/index.php?threads/117528/
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jmora99 said:
Maybe this could help, but is in spanish http://www.movilesdualsim.com/index.php?threads/117528/
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Sorry for the delayed response and thank you for your tip! Actually I tried the exact same tutorial (in english language) before, but to no success.
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In the meantime I ordered the UMI Super for 164€. I'm really excited, but have to wait until July at least, as it will be shipped from 25th June at the earliest -.-
And now I'm already wondering if I should send the Super right back to GearBest and buy a Vernee Apollo Lite.
I thought the Super would be the best of the best for this price atm, but when you see the Apollo Lite....
- Helio X20 Deca core (Antutu >90000)
- IGZO display that seems to be really power efficient
- better camera with better focus
and Vernee is said to get a lot of hours out of a 3000mAH battery. While the 4000mAH of the Umi might not hold what they promise...
I'm not really into the fastest processor available as you won't feel a big differnece in daily use anyway, but it still seems to be a better package overall.
Price ~200€, ~230$ pre-sale
I ordered aswell they working on the battery like the last update. Waiting for root =(
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Little update and a question:
I'm currently pretty happy with the UMI Super. All I wish for is DTTW and a Wifi fix, but all in all a really decent device for that price.
Regarding the RMN 2:
It's a real shame that I cant revive it...so dead...yet so beautiful
I disassembled it and tried the test point method as a last resort, but I can't identify the test points.
Anyone knows where they are?
I googled, but to no avail...
Thanks everyone!
There don't appear to be many of these devices around, and I am curious to try and find out how many.
I love the hardware. If it was just about the specs, I'd have bought one already!
But I'm undecided.
If the bootloader was unlockable, with custom recoveries and custom ROMs, I'd have bought one. However, with Asus not cooperating, and I think too few devices around, I am not sure this will achieve the critical mass to get the attention it deserves.
Sadly, the lack of international availability, and, well, Asus being Asus, means that if this was an experiment to judge the demand for super-sized phablets, then I think it failed. I don't think we'll see another from Asus.
I have one, and will be keeping it for now. However it is not my daily driver, and until AT&T fixes their HSPA+ network in my area, or root becomes available so I can unlock bands, this device will stay just a play around device.
Hi,
I have one since about 2 months and I love its big screen, reviews said that there was no lag, no freezes etc... False, the proc is not that good and I'm really desapointed but that's not why I will change.
I'll change because I cannot accept that an android phone cannot have root or unlockable bootloader, for me it's not an android...
If I wanted an extremly locked phone, I'd choose an iPhone... lol
Oh and... still no Nougat update for other versions than ZF3 5.2 and 5.5 (Stopped because euh... well, because what in fact?)
So, for a 750€ smartphone...
Asus? Never again.
wow, only six people bought one? and one of those is going to sell it. doesn't look too good.
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Yea I have it and im using it on T-Mobile which is OK with hspa+ but the bootloader unlock not coming out is killing my joy with the phone. Awesome device but I find myself using my OnePlus 3t more because of Asus stupid choices with the bootloader.
Have one & will keep it. The only really irritating thing so far is having both speakers on one side, when you keep the phone in landscape mode; but I'm getting used to tolerate it and can use the headphones anyway.
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Have one & will keep it. The only really irritating thing so far is having both speakers on one side, when you keep the phone in landscape mode; but I'm getting used to tolerate it and can use the headphones anyway.
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the iphone7 has a dummy speaker, one set of grilles are just blind holes!
so I guess even having genuine dual speakers is a win, but yes, would have been better to have them top and bottom, or even on the long edge.
the availability of an official boot loader unlock tool has swung me back to considering this phone again.
I have had my Z3Ultra for a number of months now after I purchased it to replace my nice but also annoying Huawei P8 Max. I totally love this phone. Can't complain with the exception of the lack of Root, which as I write this message, the developer community is working on bringing it to our device. Apart from this, I am looking to keep it until a new device is released with much better spec but at least the same size possibly even a 7.9" (YES it can be as like the Huawei P8 Max, this phone has a lot of wasted space and overall size can still be kept to current size- check Xiaomi Mi Mix) with ultra thin bezels and curved display, stylus pen, keyboard attachment, better cpu, 128GB or 256GB ROM, 6GB+ RAM, dual sim + independent sd slot and finally quad speakers (top, bottom, left, right side with similar quality to the ones already on it (they are awesome, I mean it). Anyway, enough dreaming from me, lets hope someone from Asus is reading my expectations of the next version.
I have one and will keep it, i am coming from a sony z ultra that I've been using for almost 2 years and sony z3 tablet compact 4g 3 months before that and a sony z1 before that, i have only had the asus zenfone 3 ultra for 1 week but have wanted this device since may last year, i bought this for £420 from eglobal and only bought this because my cousin wanted a better device than the Samsung s4 but he wanted to buy the sony z5 because he knew i enjoyed my sony devices but never asked why i didn't have a updated version like the z2 or z3, i sent him the information about the zenfone 3 series and the asus launch videos, he finally bought the deluxe 820 version after 3 months from the same seller but wanted this as soon as i showed these devices to him, i also bought my dad a sony z2 for work and recently upgraded his device to the asus zenfone 3 5.2 inch version. My cousin now wants the ultra version and im going to also buy his deluxe version to use for work. This is the best decision ive made but would buy a xiaomi mi max for less than 200 if i don't get the deluxe from him and stay with my ultra device too. I drive for work and have always had large screen devices for 3-4 years. Lets see what asus has to offer other than the AR version as this is only a small version or normal size lol. I've been recently looking around for root and unlocking bootloader and will wait for asus to release this to all.
Xiaomi Mi Mix? specs? quat speakers?
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I have had my Z3Ultra for a number of months now after I purchased it to replace my nice but also annoying Huawei P8 Max. I totally love this phone. Can't complain with the exception of the lack of Root, which as I write this message, the developer community is working on bringing it to our device. Apart from this, I am looking to keep it until a new device is released with much better spec but at least the same size possibly even a 7.9" (YES it can be as like the Huawei P8 Max, this phone has a lot of wasted space and overall size can still be kept to current size- check Xiaomi Mi Mix) with ultra thin bezels and curved display, stylus pen, keyboard attachment, better cpu, 128GB or 256GB ROM, 6GB+ RAM, dual sim + independent sd slot and finally quad speakers (top, bottom, left, right side with similar quality to the ones already on it (they are awesome, I mean it). Anyway, enough dreaming from me, lets hope someone from Asus is reading my expectations of the next version.
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Where did you get this Xiaomi Mi Mix specs? quad speakers? stylus pen? curved display? keyboard attachment? sd slot? Man, what are you smocking, cause I want some!!!
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Where did you get this Xiaomi Mi Mix specs? quad speakers? stylus pen? curved display? keyboard attachment? sd slot? Man, what are you smocking, cause I want some!!!
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It is nice to dream and imagine good things in life and the spec posted (as stated in my original post) is what I want to see in an ideal device of this size. Oh No. I am definitely not smoking anything. Just dreaming the possibility of a perfect phablet (A mix between ZF3U, Samsung Galaxy S7/S8 type edge display and mi mix type bezelless front with the extras as cherry on top).
BTW. As I discovered very recently ASUS Customer Service for the ZenFone series is rubbish to say the least but more like non-existent. God help us when we need care for our precious ZF3U.
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It is nice to dream and imagine good things in life and the spec posted (as stated in my original post) is what I want to see in an ideal device of this size. Oh No. I am definitely not smoking anything. Just dreaming the possibility of a perfect phablet (A mix between ZF3U, Samsung Galaxy S7/S8 type edge display and mi mix type bezelless front with the extras as cherry on top).
BTW. As I discovered very recently ASUS Customer Service for the ZenFone series is rubbish to say the least but more like non-existent. God help us when we need care for our precious ZF3U.
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You are wright buddy, this is what I want too but no body makes it. :laugh::laugh:
My wife had 1. She dropped it face first on a concrete with flip cover that came with the phone. The screen still shattered. The flip cover is coming covering the screen but still didn't protect it from the impact. I guess that's the gamble when you have a very large screen.
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speculatrix said:
wow, only six people bought one? and one of those is going to sell it. doesn't look too good.
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I have one and love it, despite the stuff that is installed there out of the box. Its fast, bright and really useful. One thing that slightly upsets me - need to reboot it every second day to keep at the top of its abilities.
Overall - I'd never hesitate to recommend it.:good:
I had one, then gave it to my daughter while i used other smaller screen phone... Then i realize i got hooked on big screen, so i bought another one for me
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wow, only six people bought one? and one of those is going to sell it. doesn't look too good.
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Mainly, you CAN'T assume that just because folks don't report stuff here on XDA, that no one has it. Next, many users are Chinese, or from Taiwan. They won't necessarily speak English. Third, since the LTE bands are NOT available in the U.S.A., that kills more of the market. Lastly, the going rate is around $500 USD, if someone here DID want to buy one. Ours is black screen bricked right now, so we're trying to get help with the (WW) international version unbricking.
I should have been more clear, what I was interested in was how many XDA forum members have bought this, so as to gauge the level of interest and likelihood of hackers and developers doing interesting things with it. I don't know enough about custom Asus ROMS in this respect to actually do the work, but would have been willing to help test rooting and custom recoveries, only I ended up buying an LG V20 because it had all the features I wanted and the AZf3U didn't, and also my concerns about Asus's upgrade longevity set in.
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Mainly, you CAN'T assume that just because folks don't report stuff here on XDA, that no one has it. Next, many users are Chinese, or from Taiwan. They won't necessarily speak English. Third, since the LTE bands are NOT available in the U.S.A., that kills more of the market. Lastly, the going rate is around $500 USD, if someone here DID want to buy one. Ours is black screen bricked right now, so we're trying to get help with the (WW) international version unbricking.
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I was planning to get zf3 ultra but with almost no rom support, I might get the mi max 2 instead.
I don't think the mi mix is a good idea since it has a fragile ceramic body. I prefer metal body...
*Edit: I gave away my mi max (helium ver) and back to using my 5 years old coolpad 9976a