About to buy a flashed X5 - can I trust this ROM? - Huawei Ideos X5 U8800

Hi guys
I'm about to buy a flashed X5 for about 150€.
I have to say that im a complete noob (like the registration video told me ) in all these things and the x5 would be my first Android Phone ever, but nvertheless Im really excited about all this modding and flashing and whatever you people do with the phones. I just want to make sure the bought phone wont die within one week because of some mistakes the seller made while having fun eventually flashing it wrong.
Its said to be flashed with the MUI 2.3.7 and overclocked to 1,2GHz (is that secure for the processor?)
Also the description says it has "7 Launcher" installed - this actually doesnt tell me a single thing, could someone kindly explain what it is and what it does?
Thats all the information I got about the current state of the phone. Would you say that its a well-done combination, or is there some potential of the whole thing being nothing but a mess?
Many thanks to you!

threepointfive said:
Hi guys
I'm about to buy a flashed X5 for about 150€.
I have to say that im a complete noob (like the registration video told me ) in all these things and the x5 would be my first Android Phone ever, but nvertheless Im really excited about all this modding and flashing and whatever you people do with the phones. I just want to make sure the bought phone wont die within one week because of some mistakes the seller made while having fun eventually flashing it wrong.
Its said to be flashed with the MUI 2.3.7 and overclocked to 1,2GHz (is that secure for the processor?)
Also the description says it has "7 Launcher" installed - this actually doesnt tell me a single thing, could someone kindly explain what it is and what it does?
Thats all the information I got about the current state of the phone. Would you say that its a well-done combination, or is there some potential of the whole thing being nothing but a mess?
Many thanks to you!
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That's a second hand phone? In Portugal, a new one costs 149€ :S

Well the seller says the phone has not been used at all, he just flashed it and put everything back
Anyways - could anyone help me out - should I buy the phone or does it all sounds too messed up already, what do you think

I would just check the price and spec of new phones in the same price bracket. This is an older phone now and I would not be surprised if you could pick it up for a similar price new with some looking.
That said, as long as it is all working, it should be ok. Price is similar to what I just paid for mine on a new years special. Launcher 7 will be gone when he wipes the phone data to sell it to you so you can choose to install it later if you want the windows phone 7 look.
I would just ask if it is still 2.6.32 kernel based (froyo rom) or if it has been upgraded to a 2.6.35 kernel base (official gingerbread). Either is fine, but it will just help you when it comes to installing roms later.

150€ is a normal price for a second handed phone here in Slovenia aswell. I might suggest, if you can get Samsung Galaxy S for that price, do it. I had Ideos X5 for 7 months, tried all ROMs I could find, but when I got my hands on Galaxy S, well...I switched to Galaxy S. The only major thing between them is that Ideos X5 has LED emitter. The battery seems to last longer on Galaxy S with stock ROM or custom in comparison with Ideos X5 stock and custom ROMs. Galaxy S has AMOLED display, which has a bit less DPI (it is 2mm longer, wider), but way better contrast with pictures/videos. In general it is smoother.
To answer your question, if the phone appears not to be damaged to you physically, you have nothing to worry about.

Related

ZTE V9 (Light) updates

I just bought this cheap promising tablet and im just wondering is there any custom roms avaible or updates to 2.2 or 2.3 andoid?
This device comes with 2.1-update1 android default, baseband version is V9B01 and kernel version is 2.6.29 zte-kernel(at)Zdroid-SMT. Build number is Light_V9V1.0.0B06
i hope this device gets something newer soon because this feels like it's from stone age after using 2.2
I am thinking of buying this also so I am interested for root/froyo also
i just rooted, it was very easy, i used universal androot.
Nice. You guys have any suggestions for a 3g tablet? Something that is on the market at the moment...
Except for an ipad...
Jefox said:
i just rooted, it was very easy, i used universal androot.
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Just rooted I guess.. No froyo yet?
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no froyo yet, i hope it comes soon!
Battery life and screen readability and responsiveness.
hi all,
I'm really considering buying this pad.
How is the battery life?
What about the screen in terms of readability and responsiveness?
Thanks.
i have been using it two days and now it needs to be recharged, specs says 500hrs at idle and 10hrs at full use...
Screen is good and clear, some colour makes weird lines but it doesent bother me. (it is cheap afterall)
Touch response is very good, touchscreen type is resistive and it works perfect in cold conditions.. -30celcius here in finland and it works very good in outdoor use
when in extreme cold conditions, like here in finland at -30celcius, battery behaves very weird, suddenly device reboots and says that battery is dead and when you reboot it says it has same amout of power when it rebooted first time.. i noticed same thing with galaxy s, maby it is just feature to protect device.
my device was left in cold for 5hrs and then i used it*
Just gave one to my wife. Great device for the price. Only problem is Android 2.1, no apps to card, bugged wifi and all known problems for this Rom. Anxiously waiting for 2.2.
My advise for anyone wanting to buy a tablet is... go for it. It's cheap, well build, good looking, fast (for a 700 speed processor) and the screen is very responsive.
Ok so i got one of these 3 days ago. took it back yesterday.
works fine. nice device but it doesnt seem to want to charge when im using it. (draws more current than is charging with)
i returned it for that issue.
basically the optus guy left it on a charger for a couple hours, saw that the charge had went up and called me to come collect it.
no refund/replacement.
is is just mine. do others have this problem?
also MODS can we get a forum for this device. it is VERY popular over here (sold out everywhere) as our telco optus has just released its "mytab" branded zte v9
ALSO:
i can play standard avi files 90% and i would love to be able to overclock. the extra 100mhz would really help. Unfortunately i'm a beginner dev.
I know how to compile and flash a kernel. can someone take me throught he steps for modifying cpu scaling?
I just bought the same ZTE Light yesterday, I really love this tablet, but.... there is a problem charging the battery.. The red charge light is just blinking, but nothing happens. I will take it back to shop and request new one for replacement, because I really liked this device.
So does this mean that you were able to patch 2.1 to 2.2 version ? Any help howto do it ?
theres no patch released yet but zte manufacturer said that it will be released near end of this year
sami nieminen said:
I just bought the same ZTE Light yesterday, I really love this tablet, but.... there is a problem charging the battery.. The red charge light is just blinking, but nothing happens. I will take it back to shop and request new one for replacement, because I really liked this device.
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Might be a silly question but did you install the battery? I have one of the Optus Branded ZTE V9's and the battery was not installed in the tablet - it is in the box. The tablet blinks and flashes the Android Bot logo if you dont have the battery in the tablet.
sami nieminen said:
I just bought the same ZTE Light yesterday, I really love this tablet, but.... there is a problem charging the battery.. The red charge light is just blinking, but nothing happens. I will take it back to shop and request new one for replacement, because I really liked this device.
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Mine was doing that, there is a status bar on the top which you can slide down, once all the items needing attention are cleared it will stop blinking. For example mine was telling me to update time zone and that the SD card has been mounted. So I believe this is a status light.
Hi all!
I contacted ZTE about V9 (Light) updates and had very frustrating news.
Here's the message:
Dear Sir / Madam,
I am sorry to inform you that android 2.2 software is now unavailable.
Until now we have no plan to upgrade for Android 2.2.
Best Regards
Sincerely yours
ZTE MOBILE DEPARTMENT
So here's the deal. We have to dev the update ourself. I thinking about bringing the device away cause the seller said that the 2.2 update will be out end of this year... quess it won't.
but zte management said that they will release update, what the f*ck?! i hope someone develops 2.2 for this.
maby i just have to sell this and buy galaxy tab...
I quickly realised we have no support. We need a forum for this device.
Jefox said:
but zte management said that they will release update, what the f*ck?! i hope someone develops 2.2 for this.
maby i just have to sell this and buy galaxy tab...
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Where did you get that info? When i bought this device from Sonera they said that 2.2 update will be available end of this year. I have searched info about 2.2 update to this device and there is none. So i decided to ask directly from ZTE and the answer is above.
I hate this situation. This device need Android 2.2 so badly.
ZTE seem to be happy releasing new devices with android 2.1!
They recently attempted to release the eclaire source for this device, but it looks like the upload failed. They have stated that the tablet uses the same kernel/chipset as the ZTE Blade phone, .29 is available for that phone but I suspect it's not upto date enough for the tablet. There are 2.2 ports for the blade phone which may port to the v9.
If you follow the instructions here http://android.podtwo.com/romdump/ to dump your ROM and upload somewhere, we might be able to see just how similar they are. Also if you can grab /proc/config.gz and upload that somewhere too.

[Q] Huawei Ideos X5.

Hi!
Im just thinking about a own forum for Ideos X5. Its a great phone with really good specs for a low price. Its like the Zte blade but twice as good. It's also good for root because of the vanilla rom. So what do you people think?(Hope you understand, im not from a english speaking country)
//Isak
I completely second this. I'm getting mine this week and I'd love it if the phone had some xda support.
I know this phone is getting quite popular in the non american regions and might get more popular due to the amazing pricing.
Please give us a forum \o/
Yes! Would love a forum. Getting mine soon, looks amazing for the price.
Can't wait for some rom love - Time to replace my mytouch 3g. If this phone came out in the US I think we would be seeing a lot more dev support for it.
Yeah Its a amazing phone for an amazing price If it just come out some good roots and it would be more awesome
Yes! We need a Forum for it!
My friend just bought one of these and it looks pretty sweet, especially for the low price. hopefully it gets a forum and some attention from XDA Devs
These are great value in Australia really cheap. $299 outright from Crazy Johns. Will probably pick one up soon. Really want a gingerbread ROM for it though, please create a section.
Yes, would like to see a forum for it too - it's quite a bit cheaper than equivalent phones.
Yes, forum please.
I bought one yesterday, here in Western Australia.
Been using it for several hours now total and so far have NOT been able to find any menu items for wi-fi tethering.
This post is coming using USB Tethering which worked right out of the box. Tethered to an Asus EEE 701 Netbook running Ubuntu Linux 10.04.
So, if I can't find wi-fi tethering menu item, I'll need to get root access and install barnacle again.
Compared to my Sony Ericsson X8, that I've had since late last year, it's blindingly fast! The big screen is nice too!
So yes, I'm all in favour of a dedicated forum ... I reckon that the Ideos X5 is going to be a big seller, at least here in Australia where I paid $349 for an unlocked, unbranded (vanilla rom) with version 2.2.1 rom.
Trev
Wait I thought x5 wasn't out yet....or is that just in America?
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I got one last week and it is a great phone
I agree, this phone definitely needs its own forum. I got an Ideos X5 or u8800 a few days ago and it is just awesome. This is my first 'real' smartphone as I just upgraded from an n73 haha. I'm really excited about getting a 2.3 rom (and SetCPU ) onto my phone and I would be glad to contribute in any way I can.
There is another thread requesting the same thing (U8800 = X5)
that is, forum plx :]
Own section for Huawei U8800? ( 1 2 3)
Originally Posted By: fjevel
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928727
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+1 for own forum section.
I've had this phone a few weeks, I like it so far. Some minor things that I'd like to try to change, but I've been waiting for CM recovery before that. I mailed the ROM Manager creator if I could help him on March 8th, but no reply yet.
Edit: Looks like there's a guide on how to port the CM recovery for new devices: google "porting-clockwork-recovery-to-new.html". I think I might try this some day if someone else doesn't port it before that
ksatta said:
+1 for own forum section.
I've had this phone a few weeks, I like it so far. Some minor things that I'd like to try to change, but I've been waiting for CM recovery before that. I mailed the ROM Manager creator if I could help him on March 8th, but no reply yet.
Edit: Looks like there's a guide on how to port the CM recovery for new devices: google "porting-clockwork-recovery-to-new.html". I think I might try this some day if someone else doesn't port it before that
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Hope you get an answer Would be awesome if you tried it out and then post here how it worked
That U8800 thread has much more in the way of tips and useful info. While we wait for a forum dedicated to our Ideos X5 / U8800 phone, I suggest that we post any tips, info etc into THAT thread.
For example, I'll be copying my observation of the wifi tethering "gotcha" to that thread, now that I know it exists (thanks lyfkevin!).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928727&page=3
trevh said:
I bought one yesterday, here in Western Australia.
Been using it for several hours now total and so far have NOT been able to find any menu items for wi-fi tethering.
This post is coming using USB Tethering which worked right out of the box. Tethered to an Asus EEE 701 Netbook running Ubuntu Linux 10.04.
So, if I can't find wi-fi tethering menu item, I'll need to get root access and install barnacle again.
Compared to my Sony Ericsson X8, that I've had since late last year, it's blindingly fast! The big screen is nice too!
So yes, I'm all in favour of a dedicated forum ... I reckon that the Ideos X5 is going to be a big seller, at least here in Australia where I paid $349 for an unlocked, unbranded (vanilla rom) with version 2.2.1 rom.
Trev
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Wow. I'm interested in this phone too ... since you already own one, does it run stock Android?
Really think we need a forum for this phone!
I'm not sure of your definition of "stock Android", Jubei71 but when I said "vanilla rom" I meant that it has a standard version of Android without phone carrier branding, shortcuts etc. For example, when it boots it just shows the Huawei logo.
It has "Swype" technology for the on-screen touch keyboard that I believe is a propriotory, non Google prodcut but I presume that Huawei simply pay for the rights to include it in this rom. And I found that I don't need to use Swype if I don't want too, "normal" hunt-and-peck key taps work just fine too.
I've installed plenty of stuff from the Google Market (Google and non Google) and it all works with no problems, although a You Tube link from one of my emails crashed the phone very soon after playback began. I had to power it down then re-start to regain control. I'm still checking but that email link may have been malicious or it may have been a "Adobe Flash 10" compatibility problem.
If my Ideos X5 proves to have unlocked Nand write and boot process (evidence so far suggests that it MAY be), I'll love it to death because then we'll be able to install our own "non-stock" , super-go-fast rom eventually!
+1 from me to
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(Oh No Its The...) Should I Get A Dell Streak 5??

As per title , I was looking for a Phone / Tablet after selling my ZTE Blade and Hannspad 10" Tablet.
Wondered if this can play games like Asphalt 6???
Also is putting a rom on very easy??
I am used to clockwork mod but not fastboot etc.
Also I read that with some roms you have to flash other files as well (Gingerbread)
Are Those Safe To Flash (UK Dell Streak Mini 5)
The price I was looking was £180 or should I just save for a HTC Sensation XL / Galaxy Note (at least twice as expensive)
I am currenty is still using the Streak but will upgrade to a Galaxy Note in a week or so. if you don't mind the Streak being last years toy than the Streak is a great device. Its pretty easy to flash new rom n upgrade to 2.3 andriod. U might have to do some reading in this form. The problem is that this form is not too kind to noods. The streak is pretty fast once its upgraded to andriod 2.3+. If money is not an issue than buy a galaxy note. I really dont understand why we need a super fast cpu on a phone. I want the Note because it has a bigger n a better screem. if u need some help in flashing to 2.3 I might be able to help.
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I find the people in this forum to be very helpful, in fact many of them have taken the time to write up detailed instructions to improve every aspect of this phone. I think they just get a little testy when people don't take the time to read or even find their hard work. There are tutorials all over, and I'm sure you will quickly become a pro. Tools have been developed that make flashing very easy for the noob. Once you get the drivers set up on your PC, you can install a new pre-rooted rom in minutes. Then you can download and install many roms and themes without ever needing a computer.
I find that the Streak still satisfies all of my NEEDS as a phone/tablet, but not necessarily all of my WANTS. Of course you'll always want bigger and better...
Not sure about gaming on the streak, as I do very little, but keep in mind the ram and processor are about half of the newest models.
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If you ignored price, you'd prob be better off buying a gnote or a galaxy nexus,
but you could buy 2-3 streaks for the price of either of those (unlocked vs unlocked).
The xl is also slower then the xe, it's a generation older spec wise (yea what the dell htc?). It's still faster then the s5, but slower then the xe.
The streak's now an aging device, dont expect to pay much but dont expect amazing performence compared to newer devices.
Well i just moved to the IPhone 4S i dont really use my Streak anymore, im about to sell it if your interested, is in amazing condition, i personally installed a custom rom gingerstreak 2.4.2.2 and is rooted, let me know if you interested, ill ship anywhere in the world
I also came from a ZTE Blade. It's a little more confusing installing roms.
Thanks guys
Well I purchased one for £135 ($213)
Bargain if you ask me.
I pick it up next week and will put Gingerbread on it (fingers crossed)
Hope I'm not dissapointed as I loved my 10" Hannspad.
As long as it plays Asphalt 6 I will be happy (I read it can play the new tintin game as well )
Thats a bargain. I paid £190 for mine and I already thought that was a bargain!
Good investment. ICS is OFFICIALLY coming to the 5, via DJ Steve. It's worth noting that 4.0 makes better use of the hardware, so with a solid 1.2ghz overclock the Streak + ICS should be a wonderful device even against the newest phones.
Heres the link incase anyone is interested..
He messaged me and said he accepts £135 no less
Its an IT firm not far from me , so fingers crossed they are just ex-demo
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/260895954177?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1439.l2649
Bought mine 31st Oct. Paid £199,99 for it via eBay, Brand New!
Happy with it... but trying to install a custom ROM is kinda tricky! So gave up trying to flash a new ROM. Sticking with 2.2.2 for the time being!
Flashing customs ROM's on my previous handset (HTC HD2) was a piece of cake ... flashed a few different ROM's on that, with ease!"
As soon as you flash recovery and amss and dsp1 (baseband?) isnt it the same (flash zip via recovery?)
Once you are on the right files flashing zip is easy (I think anyway)
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roy8846 said:
As soon as you flash recovery and amss and dsp1 (baseband?) isnt it the same (flash zip via recovery?)
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That's where I got stuck. Couldn't flash those 2 files to the handset. Managed to flash the ROM fine, as I did that via the SD card, via Recovery.
But trying to flash the AMSS and DSP1 was effort, so had to revert back to the stock 2.2.2 ROM!
First things to do
Reinstall Streak Drivers.
Try A laptop or different PC.
Download these into a folder and run flash.cmd (this is for DSC Rom but more roms use same baseband
or..........................
Use this video guide???
http://www.itsmyiphoneworld.com/android-device/djstevenscustomromfordellstreak5gingerstreak244
roy8846 said:
First things to do
Reinstall Streak Drivers.
Try A laptop or different PC.
Download these into a folder and run flash.cmd (this is for DSC Rom but more roms use same baseband
or..........................
Use this video guide???
http://www.itsmyiphoneworld.com/android-device/djstevenscustomromfordellstreak5gingerstreak244
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Hey that's no video guide... that's just a video showing the GingerStreak 2.4.4!
Like I mentioned, I get stuck on trying to flash the amss + DSP!
I'm dying to try and get the GingerStreak 2.4.4 working correctly on my device.

[Q] Is the Galaxy S future-proof enough to trade my Moto Milestone with?

[or, is there any budget device which is more future-proof?]
So, I recently sold my ZTE Blade to buy a (used) Motorola Milestone and payed something like 50 euros more than the price I sold the Blade for.
I got, though, quite disappointed by the phone's performance. RAM was full even when no real-world applications were running. The phone lagged and I thought this was an issue with the default ROM, so I flashed an aftermarket ROM. I still stood no chance. Performance was horrible and when I found that the bootloader is locked down I was even more disappointed. It seemed like a waste of money to me.
The bootloader being locked down is a bad thing. It also means that the phone can't have any future. At all. Also, all the drivers are closed source and can't really be applied to custom ROMs. It means it won't have any version above 2.3.7 too.
So, no ICS for me. I was really expecting it. What really dragged me down afterwards was that everyone said the phone is OLD. OLD? Can you believe it? I had just bought it and it was old? I think this is the worst buy I've ever made.
After all now, I'm quickly looking to replace my Milestone with a future-proof phone. When I say future-proof I really mean it. So, in my head future-proof means:
- ability to run Android 4 and even Android 5 when it gets released
- unlocked bootloader
- available kernels; last version of Linux would be appreciated
- good enough CPU and GPU
- much available RAM
After looking at the forums all I can say is that Galaxy S has the following:
- unlocked bootloader
- available Linux 3.0 kernel
- running Android 4
- 1GHz CPU
- no more Samsung support (no stock ICS)
And that's all I really know. I'd be genuinely interested on what you believe about the future of the phone and if it will be worth buying.
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gtklocker
No phone at all is future proof.
No one can tell you if any current phone will run, android 5. No one even knows what that is yet, or what power would be required to run it.
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greeced said:
No phone at all is future proof.
No one can tell you if any current phone will run, android 5. No one even knows what that is yet, or what power would be required to run it.
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You're right.
You understand here, though, that I'm not serious about Android 5, I'm just asking if it has the potential to run any newer software that what we might consider now.
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Anything that's out now SHOULD run, but without an official or leaked ics rom from Samsung, you're just hoping ported ics roms are ported correctly.
But at this point, without official drivers for ics for the i9000, it's hard to give a concrete answer. At least, until the Nexus S rom is officially available and given the i9000 love from developers. Seeing as it's the closest thing to the sgs.
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Xiaomi MI2S : A couple of questions to those who know/tried it

Hi all,
I do hope I am asking it in the right place (I didn't want to make a new thread at first, but the closest one I found was locked, so...).
I am willing to buy a Xiaomi MI2S phone. I already know it is only be sold in China (that isn't a problem, actually). I am mostly interested in the 32Gb version, it has really awesome specs.
I have been making a lot of research about this phone and, from what I've seen so far, feedback is positive. That is comforting, to me, but on the same page, I am directly addressing towards people who actually own this phone (or at least have tried it), what are its fails ? Is that phone as perfect as it looks ? Are there some serious flaws/inconveniences with it ?
Second, I also know that the device comes with a specific ROm (MIUI, available in both English and Chinese). I am totally fine with that, as I had a previous positive experience with MIUI roms. But I'd also like to know if, actually, it is possible to customize the phone ? I mean bootloader unlock, root ? Are there some custom roms (well I do mean Cyanogen support, or Cyanogen ports) for Xiaomi MI2S ? These aspects remains a bit unclear, and any piece of information would be much appreciated.
Thanks reading.
i'm willing to buy this phone too. When my good old LG O2x wil die (Can happen every minute ) So i also did some research.
In my langauge (Dutch) There is a lot of information about it. there is a topic on tweakers.net with lots of users who own the device. They are all very happy with it. Here you go... Ok, it's dutch.. But with the use of a translator.. I guess you can get some interesting things out of it. If not.. I could translate some pieces of text for you to english. Just PM me. Not the whole forum of course
About the ROM's. For as far as i know.. There are still no roms without MIUI.. But i'm not suprised if there are roms without MIUI. Maybe in china..
That's all i can help you with atm..
Good luck with researching
miui was modify from cm
and no other rom for mi2s now.
Hello,
I know is my first post here, but i own a MI2 (almost same specs as MI2S, last one using krait processor, better camera) since december this year.
So far nothing to complain about:
- with MIUI V5 battery last 2 full days (wi-fi on, push e-mail on, gps on)
- gps accurate about 2-3 meters
- no problem with gsm/3G signal
- display is very sharp, resistant to scratches, maybe some kind of ACG glass (drop it few times on the concrete, last time i forgot it on the top of my car and i go only plastic frame around display deform)
- sometimes it`s shut off by himself (dunno why, maybe i mess around with secondary recovery partition when it was on MIUI V4)
- no laggy at all (over 72 apps instaled)
- overall a good phone, and i like it
- i use it with the native rom and i get via OTA some updates at 2-3 weeks
sorry for my bad english, hope that helps
buy
Hi, on what website can you buy this phone, to make sure it's original an all?
I saw it on aliexpress, but there are so many sellers, I don;t know if it will be ok.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
desdekid said:
Hi, on what website can you buy this phone, to make sure it's original an all?
I saw it on aliexpress, but there are so many sellers, I don;t know if it will be ok.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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According to the people i refered to in my previous post..www.ibuygou.com is the best shop for the Xiaomi Mi2S device, when it comes to shipping. Some people in holland say that it takes only 1 day to ship, others complain that it takes more than 3 weeks. It depends on the amount of devices they have in stock.
The prices are great btw, 300 euro / 400 dollar for the 16gb, 350 euro / 450 dollar for the 32gb variant. And max 20 dollars for import
They also have accesoires like back covers, cases, batteries etc.
How fast is the GPS locking on the Mi2S?
This is really the perfect phone, with the exception it doesnt have LTE (does it?)
I had a mi 2
Its the best smartphone in 4.3" formfactor
Fast, stable
Very good camera
Long lasting akku on (gps wlan,edge)
Out of the box fast and stable no need for custom rom
Beside miui there is a stockandroid rom with english and chinese language
Cons
3g akku drain
Thick and high weight in comparison to s3, htc one
Bad support in fact of defect or something
Sometimes bad reception
Sometimes microphone issues ( mayve only my device)
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Hi all,
First of all, thanks for the positive feedback.
Well, Ibuygou seems to be a popular (and good) choice as a way to purchase the phone.
I'll consider that. Thanks for the tip.
Well, I still don't have much information about the second part of the question though. I am looking for information in the actual state-of-art on modding the phone : is there some safe ways for bootloader unlock, phone rooting ? Are there custom roms actually for Xiaomi devices, or at least, devs working on that ?
These aspects still remain a bit unclear to me, and i'd like to be enlighten on this.
Thanks in advance.
PS: Well it seems i missed natoleon's answer on that:
miui was modify from cm
and no other rom for mi2s now.
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Anyway, i'll be glad if anyone can expand on this.
Roland_Y said:
Hi all,
First of all, thanks for the positive feedback.
Well, Ibuygou seems to be a popular (and good) choice as a way to purchase the phone.
I'll consider that. Thanks for the tip.
Well, I still don't have much information about the second part of the question though. I am looking for information in the actual state-of-art on modding the phone : is there some safe ways for bootloader unlock, phone rooting ? Are there custom roms actually for Xiaomi devices, or at least, devs working on that ?
These aspects still remain a bit unclear to me, and i'd like to be enlighten on this.
Thanks in advance.
PS: Well it seems i missed natoleon's answer on that:
Anyway, i'll be glad if anyone can expand on this.
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There is no developers support due to lack of source code for the kernel as they refuse to follow the GPL laws. Also. Ok real development team has any respect for the MIUI crew as it is well known they take code from others and don't give anything back. For the these reasons this device will not see any development or forums here.
Wayne Tech Nexus
You can find a AOSP for Xiaomi Mi2/Mi2S here. It uses the same kernel though.
http://miui.es/index.php/topic,6678.0.html
It's a spanish forum, but the rom is multilanguage. You can use Google Translator to get an idea of it's said.
desdekid said:
Hi, on what website can you buy this phone, to make sure it's original an all?
I saw it on aliexpress, but there are so many sellers, I don;t know if it will be ok.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
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Hi, I just bought in ALEGRECOMPRA (spanish site) is a very serious page, based on the comments in all forums.
This is my firts purchase on this page, Im waiting (about 3weeks) for mi Mi2s
I Bought my xiaomi mi2s 32gb from this seller
http://skeep.en.alibaba.com/product...MP_2MP_Ram_2GB_Rom_16GB_or_32GB_in_Stock.html
I can assure you she is selling 100% original phone cheapest price with great support. If you want you can contact her.
Xiaomi MI2S root after can't read the file after, what reason is this?
Mi-2S vs Mi-2
Does anyone know if the Mi-2s also has dragontrail glass like the Mi-2 ??
which series to choose ?
Hi guys, i dont want to deviate from the topic, i want to ask one question regarding Xiaomi
should i go for Mi2S or Mi2 ?
i am really confused about it. help me... what is the major difference between 2 of them ?
help me in deciding which one to buy soon...
thanks in advance...
plikmuny said:
Hi guys, i dont want to deviate from the topic, i want to ask one question regarding Xiaomi
should i go for Mi2S or Mi2 ?
i am really confused about it. help me... what is the major difference between 2 of them ?
help me in deciding which one to buy soon...
thanks in advance...
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simple answer, get MI2S 32GB, it's better in every way
I have ordered this Friday Mi2S 16GB because of "crazy discount" on ibuygou: http://www.ibuygou.com/crazy-discount/
I am really looking forward for this phone, I love MIUI
Hi, thanks for your prompt reply....
i heard a rumor that Mi3 is getting launched by august 16th... is that true ? also with full HD & octa core CPU ?
above all it is priced at 320$ !!!
I am very excited & i am kind of lets wait no matter even if the earthquake happens.... what should i do man ???
Hi,
I it's up to you.
The question is, do you want BIG and heavy phone (MI3, 5" screen, fullHD) or relatively small but still veeery fast (Mi2S, 4,3" screen, 720p).
Both phones are so fast that rest of parameters doesn't matter, you don't feel the difference....
I am very happy that MI2S have only 4,3" screen, not 4,5" or bigger because I want "compact" but fast phone with 2GB ram.
So I don't care about MI3.
stillka said:
Hi,
I it's up to you.
The question is, do you want BIG and heavy phone (MI3, 5" screen, fullHD) or relatively small but still veeery fast (Mi2S, 4,3" screen, 720p).
Both phones are so fast that rest of parameters doesn't matter, you don't feel the difference....
I am very happy that MI2S have only 4,3" screen, not 4,5" or bigger because I want "compact" but fast phone with 2GB ram.
So I don't care about MI3.
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There you go, thanks for helping me....
now i will go ahead & book Mi2S 32GB version & i will get it from a person who has been shipping this from china to europe since long time.. many have voted him as one of the best....
so i will be placing an order by tomorrow or day after maximum once the chinese boat festival is over....
will update once i get progress regarding this... can i see ur Mi2S ? & which ROM r u using currently ? what r all the must have apps to be installed & what crap wares to be uninstalled ? it is better we chat through PMs.... what do u say ?

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