I just received the Chinese model (PCMM00) from a seller who didn't specify which model it was. But it was only $410 so I jumped on it.
As far as I know, the differences are it lacks Google software, has Widevine L3 instead of L1 on the international CPH1919 and has some Chinese apps preloaded.
Are there other differences I should know about? Would you recommend I replace it with the international model? Thanks.
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Anyone know the spec for the AU galaxy s II?
E.g. exynos? or tegra? Nfc or no nfc?
Current ones are Optus branded apparently. Exynos with no NFC.
The current ones are the same as the European version, meaning they have the very same features as the UK version (Super Amoled Plus, Exynos, no NFC).
Apart from the Korean version no other regional version supports NFC right now (with the only exception being the Indian version which is due for release tomorrow).
If I was in Australia I'd probably go for the Indian version as it has the same specs as the European version (Super Amoled plus, Exynos) plus an NFC chip integrated.
Even if you don't need NFC at all, having NFC on board will certainly increase your resale value which is quite useful when you'll sell it on ebay in a couple of months because of the Galaxy S III's upcoming release
Anyone have info on the upcoming one by vodafone au?
I actually like to have nfc as well...
I currently own a SAMSUNG Galaxy S 7 international variant or SM-G930F which was purchased through BHPhotoVideo. Sadly, they're only selling the North American Variant (which is the SnapDragon variant) and I don't know where I can go to find the international Exynos version. Their website offered reasonable priced unlocked international mobile devices and handled warranties if you needed to return or exchange your device. I already purchased the unlocked Snapdragon SGS9+ through the Samsung website but I wish I could get my hands on the Exynos version. Does anybody know of a reliable online retailer where I can find the unlocked international version? Thanks in advanced.
eBay?
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I currently own a SAMSUNG Galaxy S 7 international variant or SM-G930F which was purchased through BHPhotoVideo. Sadly, they're only selling the North American Variant (which is the SnapDragon variant) and I don't know where I can go to find the international Exynos version. Their website offered reasonable priced unlocked international mobile devices and handled warranties if you needed to return or exchange your device. I already purchased the unlocked Snapdragon SGS9+ through the Samsung website but I wish I could get my hands on the Exynos version. Does anybody know of a reliable online retailer where I can find the unlocked international version? Thanks in advanced.
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This ebay vendor in Florida offers Exynos variants. Manufactured in Viet Nam but don't expect a warranty.
https://www.ebay.com/usr/sobeonline1?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
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This ebay vendor in Florida offers Exynos variants. Manufactured in Viet Nam but don't expect a warranty.
https://www.ebay.com/usr/sobeonline1?_trksid=p2047675.l2559
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Clove UK
I am in the US but want the Exynos version of the S9+ (hoping that BCM47755 chip will someday allow 2 cm GNSS resolution). I have read many previous threads about the advantages of European models from Clove (good reputation, two year warranty) vs Asian models from various Ebay vendors (more mixed reputation, no warranty).
Clove is roughly $300 dollars more than the Ebay vendors and I am wondering if I am going to flash a new ROM and void the warranty anyway. is there any reason not to save the money?
I've been wanting to get this phone for a while and in AliExpress I keep seeing two variants, Indian and EU variant. What is the difference between these two?
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Probably the MIUI version. The EU variant contains Global ROM when sold. I don't know which MIUI version is on the Indian but might be version of Chinese MIUI.
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more importantly could be difference of lte bands as well
(I found this when I bought it in AliExpress) the Indian version its assembled on India and doesn't have an FCC approved sticker on the box, it also may have different internal components that are locally available on India. The EU/international version is approved by the FCC and its assembled in China with (probably) higher quality components or at the very least directly overseen by Xiaomi.
Heres the thing I cant seem to find 128GB EU version stock of this phone anywhere. Its out of stock or too expensive wherever I search. Anyone who has recently bought the Indian version can tell me if they are facing any issues?
Since there's noticeable quality and heating drawbacks for the Exynos version, and the US version is bootloader locked, and not having root = you don't own the device, I'm wondering if anyone from outside asia has any experience or recommendations for buying this phone from HK or China, to get the unlocked snapdragon version.
Has anyone done this? I looked on amazon.jp and it seems some s21s are listed as having snapdragons, but user comments say they ordered them and received exynos versions.
Cheers.
I assume china won't have google services but maybe HK does?
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Ok, so confirmed by users, there are a couple online shops that ship from hk to eu, even without extra VAT, and confirmed to ship with HK firmware. I don't know about all the codes, but seems at very least the G9980ZH****** ones are HK firmware. I won't paste shops here since it seems people aren't so it might be against the rules.
Definitely don't recommend buying from China as you'd then have to flash the HK firmware to replace the china one or else you won't have certain features, but the HK version has everything working (only thing is samsung pay may be locked to HK according to some reports but I don't care, also maybe you could flash an eu samsung pay app especialy with root, idk).
Hello I found 256 GB LG v60's on aliexpress with excellent reviews from people using them around the world. They come in T-mobile and Verizon variant firmwares. I asked the seller to clarify and here is my message:
hello I know a lot about these phones and have a question. The v600n korean is the 256GB model. Your selling V600TM as a 256GB model. That is T-mobile firmware thats been crossflashed over the korean firmware? Is this correct or is the original T-mobile 256GB variant thats very rare? I just know there are officially only 3 variants that came with 256GB. The EA european worldwide international, the korean unreleased v600n, and the very rare T-mobile 256GB variant. So your 256GB models are most likely the v600n variant thats been crossflashed. Can you please confirm if this is accurate? I just want to know exactly what I'm buying since I will be bootloader unlocking and rooting it. Thank you so much. I'm happy with it being the korean v600n thats been crossflashed. I just want to understand better. Thank you very much.
Same thing is found on ebay for an extra $100 with good reviews:
LG V60 THINQ 5G LMV600TM/LMV600VML 8gb 128/256gb Octa-Core 6.8" Fingerprint NFC | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LG V60 THINQ 5G LMV600TM/LMV600VML 8gb 128/256gb Octa-Core 6.8" Fingerprint NFC at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
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I just have read that the korean v600n can have issues when crossflashed to the international EA firmware. So I'm curious if he used the v600n motherboards how exactly he crossflashed them to be working so well. Thanks for any input.
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Hello I found 256 GB LG v60's on aliexpress with excellent reviews from people using them around the world. They come in T-mobile and Verizon variant firmwares. I asked the seller to clarify and here is my message:
hello I know a lot about these phones and have a question. The v600n korean is the 256GB model. Your selling V600TM as a 256GB model. That is T-mobile firmware thats been crossflashed over the korean firmware? Is this correct or is the original T-mobile 256GB variant thats very rare? I just know there are officially only 3 variants that came with 256GB. The EA european worldwide international, the korean unreleased v600n, and the very rare T-mobile 256GB variant. So your 256GB models are most likely the v600n variant thats been crossflashed. Can you please confirm if this is accurate? I just want to know exactly what I'm buying since I will be bootloader unlocking and rooting it. Thank you so much. I'm happy with it being the korean v600n thats been crossflashed. I just want to understand better. Thank you very much.
Same thing is found on ebay for an extra $100 with good reviews:
LG V60 THINQ 5G LMV600TM/LMV600VML 8gb 128/256gb Octa-Core 6.8" Fingerprint NFC | eBay
Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for LG V60 THINQ 5G LMV600TM/LMV600VML 8gb 128/256gb Octa-Core 6.8" Fingerprint NFC at the best online prices at eBay! Free shipping for many products!
www.ebay.com
I just have read that the korean v600n can have issues when crossflashed to the international EA firmware. So I'm curious if he used the v600n motherboards how exactly he crossflashed them to be working so well. Thanks for any input.
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https://m.vi.aliexpress.com/item/1005001960182831.html?gatewayAdapt=glo2vnm
That is the link to the 256GB models on aliexpress. Im just so curious what they originally were but they must have been the korean v600n that was crossflashed. I'm debating buying just a motherboard and putting it into my mint condition at&t LG v60 while also repairing its charging port and seeing how that goes.