I'm from Spain and I really want to get an Axon 7, but I can't decide where to get it and what to do with it since there are three different versions (A2017, A2017U and A2017G).
I immediately cross out the A2017U off the list since I don't think there is any way to get it from here. That leaves me with two options:
- Get the A2017 from Aliexpress
- Get the A2017G from Amazon
Here is what I'm debating myself on:
- The A2017 from Aliexpress is 50€ cheaper than the A2017G from Amazon, but it only has one year of warranty versus two years if I get it from Amazon. I am careful with my phone so I don't think it makes much of a difference other than the price and the version.
- From what I've read in forums, the A2017G is apparently worse than the A2017, regarding physical aspects like the audio jack output being less powerful, and internal aspects like software accesibility. I'm not really sure about this, I hope someone can illuminate me.
The idea that I have right now is to get the A2017 version from Aliexpress and ask for an unopened box so the seller doesn't install anything on the phone (I've read that the phone won't update if this happens), and then install what's needed myself, but I don't know how hard/dangerous that is.
I need a lot of help here, thank you very much.
I had the A2017G and have the A2017 now. I would say the 2017 feels better to use and a bit snappier than the 2017g version.
The only downside is some of the apps are in Chinese and i am unable to create a zte account right now. Can't get the sms code to come through.
Still prefer this and you can have a better specced phone in terms of storage and ram
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If you buy ftom amazon you have 3 years waranty. I have g model and it is great. Sound is loud enough for me with headphones. The Chinese version does not have european LTE bands, so no LTE if you buy Chinese version... The phone is great, I don't know what are people talking about... Nougat is on the way and cm13 is also almost finished is you like to root and flash roms.. The phone is one of the fastest i ever seen.
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As you can see. ..i have LTE in the uk.
Signal strength is good inside the house in comparison to other phones as well.
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That is really great, thank you for the confirmation picture.
Did you have to do anything to the phone related to software when you first got it? Or did your seller install the things for you?
Seller installed stuff, and had a leaflet sarong you can't do factory reset etc.. but i reset and upgraded the firmware to b11. Nothing else
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I'd also add that chances are you'll have to pay 15 euro + VAT extra (In case of Belgium for example, with a VAT of 21%, this adds the hefty sum of 96 euros) if the customs officers catch your phone.
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I'd also add that chances are you'll have to pay 15 euro + VAT extra (In case of Belgium for example, with a VAT of 21%, this adds the hefty sum of 96 euros) if the customs officers catch your phone.
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I am aware of that. That's a point in favor of buying from Amazon, even if the price is a little bit more expensive.
I think that chinese model does not have band 20. This is used in europe I don't know for the uk...
Diffrences in bands. Chinese model won't have lte in europe..
And better update support for the "without G" modell , easyer root ,bootloader unlock but as kodmusa shown, different bands
Need a better email app. The stock one doesn't push the emails...wish I could have the Samsung email
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How reliable is "WillMyPhoneWork.net"?
According to that website, the A2017 is completely compatible with the service my carrier offers.
Here is a screenshot of the results:
https://gyazo.com/b7282b0dc1334e68ae75eff96ddff4cc
Also, if the A2017 is easier to root and unlock, it's probably going to be the best option.
You can root the g model same way as other models. LTE will work for you but with slower speeds, because some bands are missing.
So if the only plus that the A2017G model has over the A2017 is that the connection is a little bit faster, I think I can safely get the A2017 from Aliexpress for a cheaper price.
Thank you very much for your answers!
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So if the only plus that the A2017G model has over the A2017 is that the connection is a little bit faster, I think I can safely get the A2017 from Aliexpress for a cheaper price.
Thank you very much for your answers!
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Have you ever dealt with RMA with China-based ASC's? You do know that ZTE Europe won't accept your device in case you need a repair, right?
Plus, you're wasting 3 years warranty, 6 months screen repair and & 3 years liquid spillage repair for what? A marginal dB difference in sound (did you even listened both models in person? Was that ever proved to be real?)? To save a measly 50€ IF you aren't caught by customs?
Why not just buy it via Amazon with Prime and return it for free in case you don't like it?
And in regard to the Bootloader, who's to say it won't be standardized in N?
WalliamPls said:
So if the only plus that the A2017G model has over the A2017 is that the connection is a little bit faster, I think I can safely get the A2017 from Aliexpress for a cheaper price.
Thank you very much for your answers!
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I would check at your phone operater which bands are needed for lte. Show them my screenshot just to be shure that lte will work.
I also recommend you to buy european version...
I would pick a better warranty over other features anyday. The headphone low volume already has a work around on these forums. If anything has to go wrong with your phone I think the warranty process will be a huge hassle with the Chinese model. I have a G version and the headphone is plenty loud as is.
Never say never as far as things that can go wrong with your phone goes. Even if you are incredibly careful with how you use your phone, you can't guard against manufacturing defects The only motivator for buying the Chinese one could be the lower cost. Is it worth your time if you end up wanting an RMA?
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I would pick a better warranty over other features anyday. The headphone low volume already has a work around on these forums. If anything has to go wrong with your phone I think the warranty process will be a huge hassle with the Chinese model. I have a G version and the headphone is plenty loud as is.
Never say never as far as things that can go wrong with your phone goes. Even if you are incredibly careful with how you use your phone, you can't guard against manufacturing defects The only motivator for buying the Chinese one could be the lower cost. Is it worth your time if you end up wanting an RMA?
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I'm sorry, but i bought the Chinese model because it has the 128gb storage and not because it's cheaper. Also, I've never used any warranty for any of my phone's.... Ever! So not bothered you much about that. Android phones are so easy to take apart and do any repair necessary. I'm very happy with this one.
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I'm sorry, but i bought the Chinese model because it has the 128gb storage and not because it's cheaper. Also, I've never used any warranty for any of my phone's.... Ever! So not bothered you much about that. Android phones are so easy to take apart and do any repair necessary. I'm very happy with this one.
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Yes well however I was referring to the OPs situation and considerations not yours Also, it is important to consider that not all users are power users or are comfortable with taking their phone apart. The warranty is important in the case of a manufacturing defect as I mentioned which unfortunately is a known concern with some batches of this device. No one can deny the the Chinese model especially the 128 GB ones are cheaper on AliExpress but I suppose that one isn't available on Amazon anyway so it's safe to assume that the OP is looking to buy the 64 GB one Cheers!
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Hello.
I live in sweden and i'm very interested in purchasing a magician. Since everything is so expensive here in sweden and im going to USA soon i thougt i might be able to buy one there! Theres only one problem:
I don't know if the US version works here in sweden!?
If it doesn't, does anyone know how to change it so it does?
Im going to New York, manhattan, does anyone know a good and cheap place to buy it around there?
I would be EXTREMELY grateful for any answer
Cheers!
//Anton
Buy from Germany.
US version is not out yet, and it won't work well in Europe.
What currently sells in US is the European 900MHz version.
Since i'm going to USA and the $ is very low right now, i'm not going to buy it from germany, and what do u mean with "European version" ? Germany is in europe, isn't it?
Do u know when it comes to USA then? I'm going there in the end of Februari
The US version will run 850MHz
THe other version 900MHz.
European phone networks run on 900. The 850MHz is not out yet so they're only selling the other version now in the US.
How much do you expect to pay in dollars?
i have no idea really... @ expansys USA it costs $ 649 so, maybe $ 700 maybe, i don't know how much more it costs in the stores....
Acar said:
Hello.
I live in sweden and i'm very interested in purchasing a magician. Since everything is so expensive here in sweden and im going to USA soon i thougt i might be able to buy one there!
//Anton
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How much does it cost in Sweden?
Around $830.
I'd also suggest buying in Germany, you'll get avay with $620 with shipment to sweden included.
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Around $830.
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It's terrible! Even in Russia it costs around $740.
tc08, where can i get it @ that price?
please help!
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please help!
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www.mobilejoker.de
I bought at blueshop24.de but I would be an idiot if I recommended them. Try mobilejoker, lower price higher shipping, turns out the same.
I got my phone yesterday have reflashed it to english, piece of cake, and made sure the t-mobile modifcations didnt get installed.
I'm really satisfied for now, but there is a lot to explore
is there any warranty? Wouldn't be so fun if something gets broke like a pixel and u can't fix it....
And is there any site in english, spanish or swedish ? Not so good at german...
How long does the shipment take?
I'm still thinking of buying it in New York, but not shure....
Thank's for all your help!
I used www.freetranslation.com to convert the text to English when filling the forms.
My shipping took about 1 week and a half because I placed my order in the middle of the christmas break.
Acar said:
Hello.
I live in sweden and i'm very interested in purchasing a magician. Since everything is so expensive here in sweden and im going to USA soon i thougt i might be able to buy one there! Theres only one problem:
I don't know if the US version works here in sweden!?
If it doesn't, does anyone know how to change it so it does?
Im going to New York, manhattan, does anyone know a good and cheap place to buy it around there?
I would be EXTREMELY grateful for any answer
Cheers!
//Anton
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Yes the Imate Jam which are currently being sold in the U.S. will work in Europe, they are selling the 900mhz model. Same as what you would buy in Europe/UK. Imate has not yet released the 850mhz version and will not till around mid february there abouts. So all the jams that are sold now are the 900mhz band. I purchased one from expansys.com and it is the 900mhz with the UK 3 prong charger.
Thanks! Finally someone who talk so i can understand But, can anyone pleaase explaine to me what 900 mhz and 850 mhz is and what is the differens and so on. Maybe a dumb question but i have no idea!
And what does the UK charger look like?
THANKS!
Acar said:
Thanks! Finally someone who talk so i can understand But, can anyone pleaase explaine to me what 900 mhz and 850 mhz is and what is the differens and so on. Maybe a dumb question but i have no idea!
And what does the UK charger look like?
THANKS!
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European networks use 900MHz.
Most US networks work on 850. I think T-Mobile works on 900 in some places and so very few Americans can use the Jam that's currently on sale in the US.
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230Volt, 50Hz
European Charger
230Volt, 50Hz
USA Charger
110Volt, 60Hz
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I thought about getting it from Germany as well, but I didn't want the trouble of dealing with Germans if the device breaks or malfunctions in any way. The legislation is good for consumers in Sweden and I wouldn't want to loose that.
For example, my S100 will need some service, so right now I'm glad that I bought it in Sweden. One corner of the back is a bit loose, but I guess the service center can solve that problem easily.
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I thought about getting it from Germany as well, but I didn't want the trouble of dealing with Germans if the device breaks or malfunctions in any way. The legislation is good for consumers in Sweden and I wouldn't want to loose that..
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Acar said:
Hello.
I live in sweden and i'm very interested in purchasing a magician. Since everything is so expensive here in sweden and im going to USA soon i thougt i might be able to buy one there!
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Put 2+2 together perhaps? There's no such thing as a free lunch! You want the 5 yr Swedish warranty instead of the low foreign prices? Fine - you need to pay for it.
Me personally, I dont plan on keeping any of these devices for more than 1 year before I sell it, so I'd rather not pay the Scandinavian prices....
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Me personally, I dont plan on keeping any of these devices for more than 1 year before I sell it, so I'd rather not pay the Scandinavian prices....
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What I'm saying is that if, or rather when as in my case, I will have to return the device for service, during that 1st year, I'd rather not talk to a "no comprende" speaking German who doesn't want to add costs to his logistics.
This is the particular kind of device I want an effective warranty on because of any peculiar oddities that might occur - high tech, very new to the market, no service record. And as I said, my S100 will need some service.
But, of course, there are a lot of perfectly good dealers out there, and most of the time, most of those aren't the cheapest ones. It's easy to shoot oneself in the foot, but service and support doesn't come free, in Scandinavia nor any place else.
And it is still up to every and all to decide where to put their money, just wanted to add my few cents.
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It seems like many Arabians (UAE,Kuwait,Egypt etc) are active in here i think we deserve a united thread for all our news/discussions starting with release dates/prices so i hope this will be the one thread for all of us
So far the Note II landed in Kuwait/UAE for about 760$ and supposed to land in KSA in 3/4 days for 740$ I'm interested in prices W/O warranty to be honest anyone knows supposed prices for these units?
Great topic for MEA users.
I already sold my SGnote and waiting to buy Note 2. It'll be in KSA within a week and price is 2700SR from Axiom.
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Bought mine yesterday from Axiom Telecom Dubai around 735$ .
what about Egypt ???
ME Telecom "Mashal Elasema" just announced the price, it is 640$ (2399SR)
There is no information about release date in Egypt, and I dont think it'll be soon
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what about Egypt ???
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Note sure yet but probably will be 800$
How much does it coast in Jordan?
Only 2 hours of driving from Israel
Just kidding... Of course Israel is no included in the middle east releases... We have here a very bad importer! It took them forever to get the first Note. (They import fast only the Galaxy S series)
Hi,
Does anyone know if the model sold in the Middle East is 4G/LTE enabled?
I asked Handtec and they told me that the model they have in stock is 3G only
DubelBoom said:
How much does it coast in Jordan?
Only 2 hours of driving from Israel
Just kidding... Of course Israel is no included in the middle east releases... We have here a very bad importer! It took them forever to get the first Note. (They import fast only the Galaxy S series)
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I honestly dont know mate, and believe me they will never be as bad the importers here in Egypt, quite annoying to find the Note prices in Canada (Int version) are higher than the Gulf/ME so i will just get it from here :angel:
MariusB said:
Hi,
Does anyone know if the model sold in the Middle East is 4G/LTE enabled?
I asked Handtec and they told me that the model they have in stock is 3G only
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I checked a Saudi Telecom company website to check if they have the note and its their for pre-orders and in the listings it says 4G,but honestly the whole middle east will get the international version which INDEED have 4G, but we already dont have 4G so its quite useless maybe that's what he meant that it wont work so only 3G will work :fingers-crossed:
Is it already being sold in Jordan ?
Hell Guardian said:
It seems like many Arabians (UAE,Kuwait,Egypt etc) are active in here i think we deserve a united thread for all our news/discussions starting with release dates/prices so i hope this will be the one thread for all of us
So far the Note II landed in Kuwait/UAE for about 760$ and supposed to land in KSA in 3/4 days for 740$ I'm interested in prices W/O warranty to be honest anyone knows supposed prices for these units?
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I wouldn't recommend to buy without warranty, you end up paying around a 100 $ less and take a risk of getting a faulty device.
MariusB said:
Hi,
Does anyone know if the model sold in the Middle East is 4G/LTE enabled?
I asked Handtec and they told me that the model they have in stock is 3G only
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No LTE GN2 for arab world, frequency will vary.
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1902 said:
I wouldn't recommend to buy without warranty, you end up paying around a 100 $ less and take a risk of getting a faulty device.
No LTE GN2 for arab world, frequency will vary.
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I know mate but i dont live in the Gulf so taking a ticket from here back to there to just fix a phone doesn't sound very ECONOMICAL to me :laugh:
i have family members there but between there have annual vacations i would rather have fixed it my self by that time!
nonetheless mate, any info about the prices/release date in Lebanon?
Galaxy Note II is coming to STC (Largest Cellular provider in KSA) on the 13th of October for 720$ W/O contract
http://www.unlimit-tech.com/blog/?p=87351
It's now available in mursalat (riyadh, ksa) for a bit less than $700 (SR. 2650). Samsung warranty and white.
Also: http://sphotos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/384277_534777346548918_1757466565_n.jpg
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Bought mine yesterday from Axiom Telecom Dubai around 735$ .
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Oh ...Axiom Dubai.... I had the worst experience with them... for the after sale support. I bought Nexus 7 from them and I got a defective product sent it for replacement . Close to 1 month now ..still has no idea (for myself and axiom) when I will get it back..
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Does anyone know if it's available in jordan?
Samsung Galaxy Note 2 launched in Qatar by Intertec Group for QR.2700/-
I will be selling my 4 months old Galaxy S3 (bought on launch day) and getting Note 2 now
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A final solution for all availability should be announced soon, until then i will re-open this thread. But i ask all to keep this thread to availability, any other posts should be directed to the appropriate threads, ie review, off topic, hints and tips threads. I only say this to help the information be found by all users. Thanks for your patients while this issue is being resolved.
Heyo, and welcome to Australian users!
The LG G3 was released on August 6th for Telstra customers. I'm not sure on the dates for other carriers or local outright purchases.
What have you done with your phone so far?
What version is the latest? I have 4.4.2
Removed any apps? I've found a couple to disable
What's your CPU bin? My PVS Bin is 9
*****
Australian phone purchase details here.
Telstra
- LG G3 D855K
- 2GB RAM, 16GB model
- 10D firmware is the latest.
- 4.4.2
- To root: Towelroot
- Xposed works fine.
Optus
- 10J firmware is the latest via OTA.
- 4.4.2
- Boot animation here: /data/.OP
- To root: Purpledrake
I've got an import but would like to flash the latest AU firmware on my phone. Can you do me a favor and go to the link below, replacing "your_imei" with your actual IMEI and then sharing the KDZ download link?
http://csmg.lgmobile.com:9002/csmg/b2c/client/auth_model_check2.jsp?esn=your_imei
Link isn't working.
Which Android version do you have by the way?
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Link isn't working.
Which Android version do you have by the way?
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Hrm, seems like that link doesn't work for Australian G3s as I asked the same question on Whirlpool the other day and another guy couldn't get it working either.
I'm on 4.4.2, all G3s would be on the same version of Android however there are small incremental changes that LG does to the system that isn't reflected by the Android versioning. If you go to about phone > software, you can see your software version and mine is 10G.
Yeah definitely not working. It finds the model though - D855K. I'm on software 10D.
Do you know if I can use the root methods for other D855 models? There is no stock image of this Telstra version, so nothing to revert back to heh.
One up here! Going from a note 2 it's an upgrade, love the screen and happy with the speed and stability. What have I done? Google restore, while that was going on I looked up rooting, I used towelroot, easy and install superuser. Installed xposed and am using crappalink, gel settings and g3 tweak box! All working great. I get the update 10f install exposed wasn't activated easy install reboot. root was not affected. Have also done the build prop tweak for extended apps for dual Window. Headphone volume boost on the headphone output! All been going well, chromecast, bluetooth audio. Nice to meet everyone! Looking forward to seeing what everyone else has done.
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Cool. I'm still stock, looking at using Towelroot soon to get rid of some of the Telstra and LG apps I don't want. There's a decent chunk of RAM used by it.
Can you explain more the 10F update? I have 10D out of the box.
I had D or e from factory, as I said install towelroot then superuser all good to go, easy! Then after a day got the v10f update lost xposed, reinstalled again good to go!
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Okay thanks. I just rooted, installed SuperSU, Xposed, and installing G3 TweaksBox and toying with it now.
Too easy!
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Hey guys,
I've currently got a Note 3 and I'm thinking the G3 looks pretty good to me. I had a G2 before my note 3 and the only reason I swapped was because of the lack of expandable memory and removable battery. Seeing as both of these have been fixed in the G3, I'm considering swapping back to LG.
I am thinking of buying an unlocked 32gb model off Kogan cus it's the only place I have found that sells the 32gb model with 3gb ram unlocked in Aus (unless anyone knows different?)
Anyway, Has anyone here come from a note 3? or bought a phone from kogan before? and just generally, is the phone as awesome as all the reviews say?
Thanks!
Highly recommend Kogan
ajgftw said:
Hey guys,
I've currently got a Note 3 and I'm thinking the G3 looks pretty good to me. I had a G2 before my note 3 and the only reason I swapped was because of the lack of expandable memory and removable battery. Seeing as both of these have been fixed in the G3, I'm considering swapping back to LG.
I am thinking of buying an unlocked 32gb model off Kogan cus it's the only place I have found that sells the 32gb model with 3gb ram unlocked in Aus (unless anyone knows different?)
Anyway, Has anyone here come from a note 3? or bought a phone from kogan before? and just generally, is the phone as awesome as all the reviews say?
Thanks!
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Hi ajgftw,
I have bought 2 phones from Kogan, following a friends recommendations. I highly recommend them fast delivery too.
Kogan would probably be the best since it's an Australian retailer (warranty and ACCC issues). The phone is a grey import though, because Australia has the 2GB model designated.
I haven't used the phone much yet because my providers are taking their sweet time to transfer my service, but here's something:
- Screen is nice. Needs DPI change otherwise it looks too big out of the box.
- I came from Nexus (and AOSP-based ROM's before that), so I've done a couple small tweaks to the phone to make it much better IMO. Things like removing features and buttons in notification drawer to make it show more notifs. Xposed and rooting is easy on this phone.
- Performance seems okay. Uninstall/install apps is snappier than my Nexus4. Haven't played games yet. Other general snappiness is about the same as my stock Nexus 4, with small improvements in areas (web browsing, keyboard, etc)
- I like Knock Code. Easy unlock.
Seems I'll be happy with the phone.
TheStickMan said:
Okay thanks. I just rooted, installed SuperSU, Xposed, and installing G3 TweaksBox and toying with it now.
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Just tried this root method using towelroot didn't work for me [emoji20] i have the D855 purchased unbranded and unlocked from Good Guys.
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Huh, that's odd. I'm 10D firmware. And model is D855K !
I think I heard that if towelroot doesn't work you need to use purpledrake. Sorry I can't help further.
I used purpledrake with no issues
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ajgftw said:
Hey guys,
I've currently got a Note 3 and I'm thinking the G3 looks pretty good to me. I had a G2 before my note 3 and the only reason I swapped was because of the lack of expandable memory and removable battery. Seeing as both of these have been fixed in the G3, I'm considering swapping back to LG.
I am thinking of buying an unlocked 32gb model off Kogan cus it's the only place I have found that sells the 32gb model with 3gb ram unlocked in Aus (unless anyone knows different?)
Anyway, Has anyone here come from a note 3? or bought a phone from kogan before? and just generally, is the phone as awesome as all the reviews say?
Thanks!
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Hey bud,
I bought the 32GB version from Kogan for the same reason. It turns out it's SEA (South East Asia) edition, which from an OS point of view means nothing as you can set it to English Australian. The box however is in another language.
Kogan delivered quickly and it was well cheaper than the 16GB version.
I'm very happy with it.
As for the comparison to Samsung Galaxy Note 3, I would probably say that LG isn't as mature in software as Samsung. I don't particularly like either LG or Samsung's versions of Android, both are too cartoonish and bloated. (After my trip to South Korea earlier this year, I can tell why. Their culture is all about bright colours and gimmicks.)
TheStickMan said:
Huh, that's odd. I'm 10D firmware. And model is D855K !
I think I heard that if towelroot doesn't work you need to use purpledrake. Sorry I can't help further.
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Also, a non-carrier tied phone means faster OS updates as they don't have to go through carrier testing. Mine is on sotware version 10G.
Hey guys,
I am also wondering if anyone knows how to flash the 32GB/3GB AU Firmware onto my phone? I imported one from Taiwan but it's currently running the Taiwan firmware. Not sure if there's any difference between the two but I'd feel better if my phone was running an actual Australian firmware that I can update properly, rather than an international firmware that I've had to make look like it's Australian, I'm even a few versions behind for some reason.
Thanks to anyone that can help!
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Hey guys,
I've currently got a Note 3 and I'm thinking the G3 looks pretty good to me. I had a G2 before my note 3 and the only reason I swapped was because of the lack of expandable memory and removable battery. Seeing as both of these have been fixed in the G3, I'm considering swapping back to LG.
I am thinking of buying an unlocked 32gb model off Kogan cus it's the only place I have found that sells the 32gb model with 3gb ram unlocked in Aus (unless anyone knows different?)
Anyway, Has anyone here come from a note 3? or bought a phone from kogan before? and just generally, is the phone as awesome as all the reviews say?
Thanks!
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Hey mate, just wanted to confirm your thinking that you can't get the G3 with 3gb Ram or 32gb internal storage in Australia It's a shame. But i'd purchase off Kogan, I was going to but I wanted express shipping ;D
I got a F400 G3 the day it was released in Korea - currently on 10k & rooted with plenty of the bloatware removed. I was able to originally root it with towelroot but after the latest 10k update that no longer worked, I used PurpleDrake-Lite instead and no dramas!
And a couple days ago just upgraded my Telstra plans because they were out of contract and got 2 x D855k G3's from Telstra.
Gave 1 to the wife and will most likely sell the other which is still sealed.
So if anyone is interested then let me know
Also have a Z1 Compact and Nexus 5 sitting on my desk that need to go.
Hi there.
I've decided to return my A2017G and get the A2017U model. I have already looked up online where I could order the US Model. But most of my favorite shops like BHPhoto don't send the Axon 7 to Europe. It says "Due to restrictions".
That's the first for me as I use BHPhoto for my Home Cinema and Photo equipment.
Does anyone know an good alternative?
I already checked gearbest but they only offer the International Model (A2017G).
Had the same problem. US official sellers of ZTE AXON 7 are zteusa.com, newegg, bestbuy and bhphoto. Bhphoto is excellent shop with top notch service and international shipping so I placed order end of July after American model launch. When I tried proceed to checkout I got pop up window saying "error has occurred". Asked customers service, they were very polite and it seemed that bhphoto ships international and they would send my phone but ZTE made international sale of Axon 7 forbidden and they couldn't omit this limitation. Was so pissed off :/ finally I bought on ebay but really overpaid (with custom fee 200 usd more). However I don't regret any penny spent at US version. In every aspect it's night and day compared to EU model.
I guess I will sell EU version and buy another US (wanted EU for warranty)
Wysłane z mojego ZTE A2017G
You need to use a shipment service that ships the device to you after receiving it. Something like Shipito.
The only issue are the taxes and the shipment cost.
I have a buddy living and working in NYC he offered me to buy and ship the phone to me. It's just sold out everywhere it seems.
I hope BHPhoto gets an restock soon.
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I already checked gearbest but they only offer the International Model (A2017G).
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Doesn't Gearbest have chinese version with multilingual ROM (A2017)?
nathasnajperowa said:
However I don't regret any penny spent at US version. In every aspect it's night and day compared to EU model.
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Besides of lack of EU volume limit what are the advantages of A2017U?
For me the most important in phones hardware are screen (amoled 1440p is always my choice) and audio. For audio US version is much better for me cause besides clarity i like really smokin' volume. US version sound loud, crispy, clear and punchy, European is really quiet and dim.
And YES, for me audio power and volume is DEAL BREAKER, i listen to US version at max volume and that's the level I'm satisfied. I don't care about its healthy or not, I'm grown up and it's my preference to blow my ears with noise
Next reason software is completely different. American Axon 7 has ui with app drawer and my voice working (i always use this feature when taking a photo, extremely useful with long exposure you can't move the device to not destroy pic), my voice also open apps etc but most scenarios besides camera i use Google now.
Volte is active and ready to use.
Updates are better done and more frequent, i have September security patch with B27, with EU B03 it's July.
Camera performance, battery life i find also better with us version.
I don't care missing 800lte, cause i use my data without any problems. Watching. HD podcast, streaming extreme quality Spotify, etc with no lags and buffering.
Sent from my ZTE A2017U
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Doesn't Gearbest have chinese version with multilingual ROM (A2017)?
Besides of lack of EU volume limit what are the advantages of A2017U?
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Gearbest version is the A2017G. A friend of mine got it for 350€ with their sale coupon.
The other advantage would be VoLTE support as. The A2017G has no VoLTE in its firmware/baseband. The A2017U does.
Software support is far better and way ahead on the US version.
Also I order from Newegg you get 200$ headphones for free it the current pre-order.
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Gearbest version is the A2017G. A friend of mine got it for 350â?¬ with their sale coupon.
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That's too bad. Could your friend confirm if ROM that Gearbest Axon comes with, also has the same EU volume limits like the A2017G sold in Europe? It's pretty much the only thing that could drive me away from A2017G since I mostly care about quality of the headphone jack, speakers, screen and build quality in this phone.
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That's too bad. Could your friend confirm if ROM that Gearbest Axon comes with, also has the same EU volume limits like the A2017G sold in Europe? It's pretty much the only thing that could drive me away from A2017G since I mostly care about quality of the headphone jack, speakers, screen and build quality in this phone.
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Yes it's the same.
celoxocis said:
Yes it's the same.
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This is ridiculous, then. From what I've heard even australians are getting A2017G, so it seems so stupid that some bizarre EU restrictions would hinder audio experience for non-europeans too. Shame, ZTE, shame.
ourplaceinthestars said:
This is ridiculous, then. From what I've heard even australians are getting A2017G, so it seems so stupid that some bizarre EU restrictions would hinder audio experience for non-europeans too. Shame, ZTE, shame.
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The audio limitations are probably a software limitation. Which hopefully will be undone by CM.
I doubt that they would implement a hardware limitation. That would have raised the bill of materials.
Where can I buy the G int. model?
My Nexus 5x was bought last year from Hong Kong and got a bootloop issue just after the warranty :crying: So far, i know google has known this issue and there is a recall in US, Korean LG has offered a unlimited warranty to this bootloop issue. However, LG customer center from Hong Kong has rejected any maintenance of the cpu if outside its warranty
Thereafter, i decided to send my 5x to China for CPU fixing, as the RAM is packed with the CPU together, the guy suggested me upgrading it to 3 or 4 GB RAM. That's how the 4GB RAM 5X comes out.
I've tested the OTA works fine from 6.0.1 to 7.1.1, all functions works fine too. :highfive:
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How does it work? #106
Since i posted this post, i learnt something about the CPU from 5x, and how can it be upgraded, let me explain to you guys first. :highfive:
The packaging technique of 5x is using PoP, or package on package, which the processor package has pads on the top for the RAM chip and BGA on the bottom to attach to the PCB, its saves board space at the expense of assembly cost. This simply means the RAM sits on top of the SoC.
http://www.androidauthority.com/how-it-works-systems-on-a-chip-soc-93587/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Package_on_package
As fixing this bootloop issue, you have to remove the whole SoC+RAM block, so why not upgrade the RAM chip together?
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Thanks RO.maniac has provided the information of the repair shop #241, if you are going to contact him, please do communicate in CHINESE!!!
RO.maniac said:
https://lihkg.com/thread/159418/page/5
Just talked to the dude on WeChat, he confirmed RMB400 for CPU reflow and 4GB RAM upgrade.
I also made sense of his address in somewhat of an international format:
Mr. Huang Jinhui
Yuanwang Digital Mall, 1st floor 1065
HuaQiang North Road
Shenzhen, Futian District, HuaQiang North
518000 Guangdong
People's Republic of China
WeChat ID: 784439978
Phone number: 15919836083
I will ship my other N5X first thing on Monday with the Romanian National Post Service. I will keep you updated, as soon as is gets to China. In like 2 weeks.
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These are the photos of original 2GB RAM and Upgraded 4GB RAM Chips #164
Cathair2906 said:
2GB RAM Original 5X
4GB RAM Upgraded 5X
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Cathair2906 said:
My Nexus 5x was bought last year from Hong Kong and got a bootloop issue just after the warranty :crying: So far, i know google has known this issue and there is a recall in US, Korean LG has offered a unlimited warranty to this bootloop issue. However, LG customer center from Hong Kong has rejected any maintenance of the cpu if outside its warranty
Thereafter, i decided to send my 5x to China for CPU fixing, as the RAM is packed with the CPU together, the guy suggested me upgrading it to 3 or 4 GB RAM. That's how the 4GB RAM 5X comes out.
I've tested the OTA works fine from 6.0.1 to 7.1.1, all functions works fine too. :highfive:
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wow cool, no bugs/problem encounter so far?
how i wish that i could upgrade the ram of my 5X too
Where you sended phone? Official center in China? Or unofficial? It's amazing! I want this.
Xmata said:
Where you sended phone? Official center in China? Or unofficial? It's amazing! I want this.
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it is unoffical, btw anyone know how to re-enable the SECURE BOOT, as my 5X has disabled it
paul222008 said:
wow cool, no bugs/problem encounter so far?
how i wish that i could upgrade the ram of my 5X too
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no bugs at all, i felt opening the camera is must faster than before :laugh:
paul222008 said:
wow cool, no bugs/problem encounter so far?
how i wish that i could upgrade the ram of my 5X too
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hi
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no bugs at all, i felt opening the camera is must faster than before :laugh:
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haha nice how much is all the cost sir? can you send a screenshot of cpu-z ?
paul222008 said:
haha nice how much is all the cost sir? can you send a screenshot of cpu-z ?
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this?
wow! this is amazing. how much did it cost to you?
rockhardy said:
wow! this is amazing. how much did it cost to you?
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i paid CNY 400, roughly USD $60 to fix it
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i paid CNY 400, roughly USD $60 to fix it
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Can you provide us an email address, or any other way to contact the guy who "upgraded" your 5X? I would be interested (me and many others) in ordering the necessary part/s, and to do the transplant/implant operation at a local service...
Thanks in advance!
lesbianu said:
Can you provide us an email address, or any other way to contact the guy who "upgraded" your 5X? I would be interested (me and many others) in ordering the necessary part/s, and to do the transplant/implant operation at a local service...
Thanks in advance!
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i just contact him via WeChat, however i don't believe he knows English well
btw, if your devices isn't get into Bootloop issue, i don't recommend you to upgrade it,
take your own risk if your devices cannot boot up after upgrade
pm me if you still want to do it.
That is cool dude! I saw nexus 5 with upgraded storage but nothing with upgraded ram ;d
Battery is this same? Maybe better, worse?
Siljorfag said:
That is cool dude! I saw nexus 5 with upgraded storage but nothing with upgraded ram ;d
Battery is this same? Maybe better, worse?
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yes, is same.
I heard that the storage can be upgraded as well, but 32gb still enough for me.
OMG, that's incredible
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i paid CNY 400, roughly USD $60 to fix it
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do they have a online shop? i would love to try this one 4GB ram is
Cathair2906 said:
yes, is same.
I heard that the storage can be upgraded as well, but 32gb still enough for me.
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I would do same thing but my phone is under warranty so it's useless upgrading. Thanks for anwser.
Cathair2906 said:
My Nexus 5x was bought last year from Hong Kong and got a bootloop issue just after the warranty :crying: So far, i know google has known this issue and there is a recall in US, Korean LG has offered a unlimited warranty to this bootloop issue. However, LG customer center from Hong Kong has rejected any maintenance of the cpu if outside its warranty
Thereafter, i decided to send my 5x to China for CPU fixing, as the RAM is packed with the CPU together, the guy suggested me upgrading it to 3 or 4 GB RAM. That's how the 4GB RAM 5X comes out.
I've tested the OTA works fine from 6.0.1 to 7.1.1, all functions works fine too. :highfive:


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Wow that's nice. You have not issues?
Can u ask him what LPDDR3 module he used for the ram??
TheIronLefty said:
Can u ask him what LPDDR3 module he used for the ram??
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Wouldn't any 256FBGA chip fit?