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08/10/11 - Doomlord has purchased a replacement X10 for further Dev, THANK-YOU TO EVERYONE WHO SUPPORTED
Update 03/10/11 : SETool unfortunately unable to fix Doomed X10, the hunt for a replacement continues. All suggestions welcome as it is in our interest to fix this ASNAP.
PLEASE HELP THE REPAIR EFFORT IN ANY WAY YOU CAN, CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO DOOMLORD - THANK YOU.
Click here for Doomlords' thread in Q&A regarding the problem.
One of our greatest Devs (DoomLord) has managed to brick his x10 (in the name of development) and unless the costs are significantly small enough to be worth the repair - the phone will not be replaced by another X10.
That said i thought it would be in all of our interests to open this thread to see if anyone has a "spare Parts" x10 that "might" help fix the problem. Or indeed encourage users to pool together to help.
Doomlord - i hope you don't mind this, if you do please let me know and i will request it is closed.
@ALL XDA X10 owners, it has been mentioned that it might be the motherboard that needs replacing.
Thanks to all.
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we can just donate him to buy a new motherboard from SE Support
Here is his papal
https://www.paypal.com/in/cgi-bin/w...63663d3faee8dd049a0174d7b2337c94a2120c957a268
Or use his signature ,
How much new motherboard cost
I start with $10
65T713643U344140L
Hope you get it fixed asap
Power to the people ¡
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Motherboard:Minimum 10000 INR
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What's that in dollars
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10 000 Indian rupees = 150.066002 Euros
10 000 Indian rupees = 204.63 U.S. dollars
google search: 10 000 INR to Euro or Dollar
Just a thought but you can get a second hand / reco x10 for that sorta price on some ebay stores ( when i smashed mine i was gonna buy one but i only needed the screen $30 bucks as opposed to $200 )
http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170702760112&ssPageName=ADME:B:WNARL:AU:1123
Pvy
Doom is one of the last guys keeping this device going I strongly urge people to donate if they want to prolong this devices lifetime.
Ephumuris
4T447199CL7837823 ($8/£5) that's a fiver as we say, I hope enough people appreciate yr work and I hope u want to keep working on X10's. Either way this is a small thanks for your work to date.
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i tried to donate a few $$ but got this message
"We're sorry. We're not able to complete personal payments to account holders in India at this time".
I'll try again tomorrow
THIS NEEDS TO BE A STICKY
Situations is dire
wow!
thank you guys for ur support!
i am also trying my best to find some low-cost solution... may be just get a screen damaged phone and use its pcb/motherboard...
lets see i will keep searching some local shops for second hand/used/screen damaged x10...
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@OP
Please put dooms paypal link in the OP, nice and big...
LJE said:
i tried to donate a few $$ but got this message
"We're sorry. We're not able to complete personal payments to account holders in India at this time".
I'll try again tomorrow
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I'm trying Doom, but I can't send funds to India for some reason....
I'll keep trying, I had this problem with Erick one day, but I could send it after about 12 hours.
Has anyone else had trouble sending money/gift to India in the last 2 days?
Or has anyone gotten money through to him lately?
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@OP
Please put dooms paypal link in the OP, nice and big...
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Thanks for the tip, don't know how else to make it bigger / edit subject perhaps!
anyway - EDIT; added Doomlords' paypal link. will add link to q&a thread regarding this (started by Doomlord - in the wrong section haha jokes )
@Doomlord, again - i hope you don't mind - if so please pm me and i will request close of thread. i wish u luck dude and really hope we don't lose you - after i just started to be able to use doomkernels too..!!
OMGGGGGGG - come on xda - show love for the one and only DOOOOOOOOOOM !!
I don't have much money right now because semestr just started for me and i had to buy some books. I will see what I can do. Maybe next month when I get some money. I love my X10 and love this comunity and I will try to help you doom.
LJE said:
I'm trying Doom, but I can't send funds to India for some reason....
I'll keep trying, I had this problem with Erick one day, but I could send it after about 12 hours.
Has anyone else had trouble sending money/gift to India in the last 2 days?
Or has anyone gotten money through to him lately?
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Hi luke,
I had the same issues a few weeks back with Dooms link, he sent me another link and it worked fine then, i think it was something to do with a different email account he was using at the time.
pm sent.
colossus said:
Hi luke,
I had the same issues a few weeks back with Dooms link, he sent me another link and it worked fine then, i think it was something to do with a different email account he was using at the time.
pm sent.
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Still no dice bro..... I just tried with the account you sent.
It's only a lazy tenna... I might have to pass it on to you and see if you can send it to India if I still can't get it through tomorrow
I'll try again soon..
Thanks for the link anyway
On Craigslist here in US there is one selling for 70usd here in my area its prolly simlocked to at&t but that u can get by unlocking maybe some one in us could catch one from there and send it to him just a thought I can't do it myself but maybe someone here who makes more money could
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10 things
Who's game?
First off, the intention of this thread is to create donations to get the masterful "Mr.Sense", TommyTomato a spanking new EVO LTE. In the least to help fund his purchase and show our appreciation for the phenomenon that is Tommytomato, and all of his countless good deeds and works for this community.
I'm pledging $20. I'll be honest, I haven't done my homework, as soon as this post is placed I'm finding where to donate and will post a confirmation code. I make no stipulations, you can post the same or not, it would be nice to track where this stands monitarily so I can request to close this thread when full retail is reached.
I AM NOT ASKING TO COLLECT DONATIONS! Make them direct, this is the internet after all you don't know me.
So lets do this. With the literal thousands of fans and followers it can be as little as 5 bucks a person to make this happen.
So you wanna give back to the community? Here's your chance. Do it.
Go to the "Classic" OP, link towards bottom. Classic OP
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I am pledging the same. Let me know how to proceed.
walking the talk
Hello **jamieG**,
This email confirms that you have donated Quoc Nguyen $20.00 USD using PayPal.
This credit card transaction will appear on your bill as "PAYPAL *SMILETOTHES".
Donation DetailsDonation amount: $20.00 USD
Total: $20.00 USD
Purpose: Donation XDA Forums
Contributor: **jamieG**
Transaction ID: 5KM475929D946234W
Edit: Ok, I should have edited out my full name... Jamie's a nic-name lol post edited to correct stupidity! **_**
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I am pledging the same. Let me know how to proceed.
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Link in the OP of the "Classic" thread- here.
this is an extremely nice gesture! I'm honored you'd post this and at the same time hope people know that I do not do android-related stuff for donations.
I just want to add a disclaimer that I am not expecting donations for any promised work done on any device. If this was my full time job then naturally I can make those promises, but please do not use your moneys on me in the hopes that I do anything in return.
Any donations should come no strings attached. But all of you are dearly cherished.
Doesn't mean that I won't contribute. hehe. I had the same disclaimer for the gang over on the 3d forums. It just makes me feel weird to be receiving nice gifts. lol.
Thanks Jamie
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this is an extremely nice gesture! I'm honored you'd post this and at the same time hope people know that I do not do android-related stuff for donations.
I just want to add a disclaimer that I am not expecting donations for any promised work done on any device. If this was my full time job then naturally I can make those promises, but please do not use your moneys on me in the hopes that I do anything in return.
Any donations should come no strings attached. But all of you are dearly cherished.
Doesn't mean that I won't contribute. hehe. I had the same disclaimer for the gang over on the 3d forums. It just makes me feel weird to be receiving nice gifts. lol.
Thanks Jamie
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Haha, exactly why I posted this Tommy. You are so very generous with your time and knowledge, and I knew you would NEVER ask for donations. So believe me friend, I have no expectations for my donation, but I also know, if you do get an EVO LTE, you won't be able to resist the urge to share some goodness.
Besides, if just one quarter of your followers donated a dollar a piece.... WOW bro, you could probably get a new server or two and then make a sight I could host some of my humble work!
And yes I know this exists already, but all the same! Cheers bro!
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this is an extremely nice gesture! I'm honored you'd post this and at the same time hope people know that I do not do android-related stuff for donations.
I just want to add a disclaimer that I am not expecting donations for any promised work done on any device. If this was my full time job then naturally I can make those promises, but please do not use your moneys on me in the hopes that I do anything in return.
Any donations should come no strings attached. But all of you are dearly cherished.
Doesn't mean that I won't contribute. hehe. I had the same disclaimer for the gang over on the 3d forums. It just makes me feel weird to be receiving nice gifts. lol.
Thanks Jamie
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Nice ppl deserve nice gifts, and you're one of the best Tommy you are more than willing to share your knowledge with even the greenest of noobs, unlike a lot of devs who don't even give most ppl the time of day let alone spell it out so even a laymen can understand it
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confirmation# 5X2518669X414594C
... i expect full s-off and a fully functioning ROM within a week young man!!!
just kidding, you are the best Tommy. thanks for everything
Hell I'm not even getting an evoLTE but after i get my new car and get my exam taken care of for work if the threads still up ill donate something. After I finish my exam at the end of the month ill be getting a 66% raise so ill have some extra income then
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I'm there.
I don't generally do any online transactions because I don't bank and therefore don't have a debit card. BUT, today, I put 300 and change on a prepaid visa to order Evo LTE and gnex. There should be a small chunk left, and it'll go to tommy. I won't know how much for a couple hours, but I'll be back. If EVER a dev deserved donations, it's tommy by a mile! Of course there's no strings attached. Tommy has ALREADY provided this community with an INSANE amount of time and knowledge and taught a lot of people. Tommy deserves every good that comes his way. Thanks, tommy.
sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
Tommy needs the donations now cuz his money is her money and her money is her money, at least that's what my Wifey says about our money. My money's her money and her money's her money so I get an allowance LoL damn women and their crazy ideas
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Tommy needs the donations now cuz his money is her money and her money is her money, at least that's what my Wifey says about our money. My money's her money and her money's her money so I get an allowance LoL damn women and their crazy ideas
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in addition, we should probably get his wife one too so she won't mind him playing with it so much, for our benefit none the less
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I don't generally do any online transactions because I don't bank and therefore don't have a debit card. BUT, today, I put 300 and change on a prepaid visa to order Evo LTE and gnex. There should be a small chunk left, and it'll go to tommy. I won't know how much for a couple hours, but I'll be back. If EVER a dev deserved donations, it's tommy by a mile! Of course there's no strings attached. Tommy has ALREADY provided this community with an INSANE amount of time and knowledge and taught a lot of people. Tommy deserves every good that comes his way. Thanks, tommy.
sent from 2yr old Evo on ICS
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Yessir. Thanks bro.
-EViL-KoNCEPTz- said:
Tommy needs the donations now cuz his money is her money and her money is her money, at least that's what my Wifey says about our money. My money's her money and her money's her money so I get an allowance LoL damn women and their crazy ideas
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Haha, I always said, I wear the pants
in the family, she just tells me which pair!
alaman68 said:
in addition, we should probably get his wife one too so she won't mind him playing with it so much, for our benefit none the less
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This works too!
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jamieg71 said:
Yessir. Thanks bro.
Haha, I always said, I wear the pants
in the family, she just tells me which pair!
This works too!
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Lol sounds like me, I get changed like a 5y/o if I don't match well enough or if I'm not dressed right for where we're going. She'll drag me back into the closet and pick out my "new" outfit and if I wanna just wear jeans and a tshirt it has to be a $90+ pair of designer jeans and a 50$ designer shirt with a blazer over it. Before I met her I coulda bought 4 outfits for what she spends on one of mine now
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Great idea! I'm in. I know tommy has kept quite a few people from upgrading so he has saved everyone money in the long run. I know that was the case for me.
I will edit this later with details.....
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Tommy is good people, and a talented dev to boot.
If I hadn't just pre-ordered my new LTEvo for the unsubsidized price, I would've already donated to this worthy cause. But with that, and my 5-year anniversary coming up this week, it'll have to wait.
But mark my words, I will be back & donate something, even if it isn't that much. I look forward to this new device, and the devs that will be working on it!
Current ROM (Boot Manager Pro ROM 1): EVO Classic Supermagic v0.0.9 Preview | Kernel: Classic v1.3 SBC
Can't help at this time but I am a huge fan of your work... You will be getting a note or two from me in the future... Hell I may even send you my Evo when I upgrade just so you have an extra to play with
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Tommy is good people, and a talented dev to boot.
If I hadn't just pre-ordered my new LTEvo for the unsubsidized price, I would've already donated to this worthy cause. But with that, and my 5-year anniversary coming up this week, it'll have to wait.
But mark my words, I will be back & donate something, even if it isn't that much. I look forward to this new device, and the devs that will be working on it!
Current ROM (Boot Manager Pro ROM 1): EVO Classic Supermagic v0.0.9 Preview | Kernel: Classic v1.3 SBC
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Congrats on your anniversary! Man the devs so far that I know of are xHAUSx, Preludedrew, and there's a rumor kushdeck as well. There's other greats I'm sure. Toast is on the oneX with another carrier, hopefully progress there will translate.
As far as a donations my thought was if enough people donate even a little that's gonna further the cause regardless. Tommy's work seems to transcend devices in the long run. With all the tuts, guides and tools he's responsible for. He def deserves it.
Thanks for the commitment bro, I know you'll make good.
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tommytomatoe said:
this is an extremely nice gesture! I'm honored you'd post this and at the same time hope people know that I do not do android-related stuff for donations.
I just want to add a disclaimer that I am not expecting donations for any promised work done on any device. If this was my full time job then naturally I can make those promises, but please do not use your moneys on me in the hopes that I do anything in return.
Any donations should come no strings attached. But all of you are dearly cherished.
Doesn't mean that I won't contribute. hehe. I had the same disclaimer for the gang over on the 3d forums. It just makes me feel weird to be receiving nice gifts. lol.
Thanks Jamie
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Tommy just shut up and take the money....NO NO, I'm kidding...hahahahahaa
I'm glad to have met you way back in the days of TRN! I hate to sound all "Nancy" like Jamie would say BUT you truly deserve a nice new phone! You are not only a smart developer but also a respectful guy that has TONS of class! There has been some that have come close to your level of integrity but none have matched it!!
Oh and guys, Tommy means every word he says! He does this because he loves to do it and NOT because he's looking for donations! Just look at his OPs.....he's doesn't bug the hell out of you with 75 different paypal "DONATE HERE" signs or promises you "insider access" or has a long list of who donated money to him like some devs......he's just that classy and once again, deserves to get another phone!
Tommy THANKS for all you've done for not only me but for the Android community!!
Send me a private message and i will choose who will get my invite :good:
You got 19 hours
Shohat said:
Send me a private message and i will choose who will get my invite :good:
You got 19 hours
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Please go to invite thread list and give it to the people there. Thread is reopened now. Thanks!
be careful, he wants money for the invite and will never give you the invite!!
Yup just got me too..
I hope they ban this guy
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here is his message:
I'm selling my Oneplus One invite for 5$.
I'm doing it for one reason - It took me a lot of time and efforts to get this invite.
My Galaxy S1 was stolen. Now we found the robber and i can't buy the OnePlus One because we already found my stolen phone.
If you are interested to buy this invite for just 5$ - contact me
Regards
i've reported him
Buyer beware... XDA is not a place to make money... I highly suggest you always approach any deal with caution... Thread closed.
I got one invite so there you go:
*https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLVD-I7IY-TG6K-PVA9
Be quick!
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Thanks! Ordered
One more here https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLIL-TUFC-SH0F-I8Z4 , don't forget to press thanks button
Great! Congrats!
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Here's another
To use this invite, please follow this link to claim it as yours (you have less than 24h to do so): https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLQR-BIVK-GI16-OKFF. If you haven't yet registered your account, no problem. Just follow this link: https://account.oneplus.net/sign-up
It will expire 5:48 AM EST tomorrow.
Hello guys,
Can anybody please send me a PM with an invite for OPO 64GB edition. I really wanna buy it.
Thanks in advance
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLKK-QHU4-RYK7-BETR
For 64gb oneplus one enjoy
Westcoastking said:
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLKK-QHU4-RYK7-BETR
For 64gb oneplus one enjoy
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Thank you so much @Westcoastking [emoji4] . Claimed and ordered.
Thanks again!!
Invite
Please post when used!
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLQL-KZLV-RPVJ-LKXN
cccheel said:
Please post when used!
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLQL-KZLV-RPVJ-LKXN
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Tks pal I claimed yours!
I have another invite to give away, below is the link and there's less than 24 hours left so act swiftly. Once you use it, please post that you claimed it.
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GL0Q-WKYY-ZW6C-WUBH
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLZ8-CPPR-JCW6-BXK4
Here's another one. It'll expire very soon (maybe an hour if it isn't already) so be quick:
GLWW-XMFU-ITUP-GSS8 (can't post the link, copy it from another post and use this code)
If you claim it please let me know, and don't forget to hit the thanks button
http://mandrillapp.com/track/click/...NiMzU0MGE5NGYxNmQwOWUzOTRjZTZkMTBjY2ZcIl19In0
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I got one sent directly to me this morning but both my wife and I already have one. Enjoy.
https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GL4F-YSE6-R3IF-HTG5
Who needs one? https://account.oneplus.net/invite/claim/GLUG-N4RX-CQAB-LDBQ
I have a non-India invite for 64 gb 1+1. Expires in about 13 hours. PM me for the link. Must be willing to purchase today. Your XDA activity (post counts, join date) matter.
I have three 64gb invites to share. PM me, but only if you are serious. Please don't waste this. Offer expires 01/28. 24 hours to order after you claim it.
Edit: All gone.
Hello, i am looking for somebody kind, to help me make a gift to my son.
It is about that promotion / collaboration between Fortnite and OnePlus.
On this website.. oneplus . c o m / uk / fortnite / emote ( without any spaces ) if you own and verify your phone via IMEI and PCB code, it generates a unique code (a funny indian dance) to be used inside the Fortnite game.
So if you own a OnePlus phone and don't play Fortnite, please help make my son happier by gifting him a code..
You are informed better than I am, and you can check any info about this on OnePlus website.
Thankyou in advance for your kindness.
Check your pm folder enjoy.
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no one?
i am still looking for somebody kind, to help me make a gift to my son.
666syco - did not answer to my messages to him
his code was already used but not by me.
PLAEASE
666syco said:
Check your pm folder enjoy.
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aNIGRO said:
i am still looking for somebody kind, to help me make a gift to my son.
666syco - did not answer to my messages to him
his code was already used but not by me.
PLAEASE
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I got a code right here, but what kind of proof the code worked, and you're not selling them?
honesty
why in the world i would sell that code when this is free... if you want me to pay for your code, say it, and if it is not much... i will...
anyway it based on trust , honesty and not on money,
it is no problem if you don't "gift" me /my son ..the code.
the only thing i can try to do, is to record a video with him imputing that code and redeeming it on his account on Xbox.
and i can do this on monday when we are gonna be back home from a " small weekend vacation " and we are not near to the Xbox console to prove it to you..
i guess it is fair enough to let me know what you want from me and then the code...
then again... you can help me make a kid happy or not.. i am not begging or forcing anyone.. ( I AM NOT SELLING A FREE CODE... I AM NOT STUPID )
Thank you for your reply.
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I got a code right here, but what kind of proof the code worked, and you're not selling them?
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aNIGRO said:
why in the world i would sell that code when this is free... if you want me to pay for your code, say it, and if it is not much... i will...
anyway it based on trust , honesty and not on money,
it is no problem if you don't "gift" me /my son ..the code.
the only thing i can try to do, is to record a video with him imputing that code and redeeming it on his account on Xbox.
and i can do this on monday when we are gonna be back home from a " small weekend vacation " and we are not near to the Xbox console to prove it to you..
i guess it is fair enough to let me know what you want from me and then the code...
then again... you can help me make a kid happy or not.. i am not begging or forcing anyone.. ( I AM NOT SELLING A FREE CODE... I AM NOT STUPID )
Thank you for your reply.
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I'm not selling it. I simply asked what form of proof you may of had you didn't sell the other code. I don't mind giving it to you for free, on the condition it is going to the cause listed.
What I asked for was proof that the code the other person sent didn't work, or moreso, they did not respond to you. Perhaps a screenshot of these PMs are in order?
I kindly await your reply.
ok
of course... i don't know how to add a screenshot here.. but on email.. i can...
my email si aNIGRO131 [at] gmail dot com
give me a reply there and i can send screenshots about that person not answering to me..i even have a screenshot
on the phone... with the code not working.. incase that person didn't believe me... same.. i cansend it to you..
he surely send that code to anoterone...
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I'm not selling it. I simply asked what form of proof you may of had you didn't sell the other code. I don't mind giving it to you for free, on the condition it is going to the cause listed.
What I asked for was proof that the code the other person sent didn't work, or moreso, they did not respond to you. Perhaps a screenshot of these PMs are in order?
I kindly await your reply.
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aNIGRO said:
of course... i don't know how to add a screenshot here.. but on email.. i can...
my email si -SNIP-
give me a reply there and i can send screenshots about that person not answering to me..i even have a screenshot
on the phone... with the code not working.. incase that person didn't believe me... same.. i cansend it to you..
he surely send that code to anoterone...
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Don't post personal emails in public for security. Here, email this burner email.
[email protected]
Edit: I do await the screenshots.
Screenshots sent via email as follows:
PMing code.
View attachment 5062421
View attachment 5062423
View attachment 5062425
View attachment 5062427
Buy an OnePlus phone...
Creating an account solely to beg for a stupid fortnite code...
No idea how this stuff is tolerated.
Lossyx said:
Buy an OnePlus phone...
By the way, "you're son"..
Guys don't give any codes for people who solely sign up for a forum just to spam beg for a code like the OP.
No idea why mods don't ban users who post this crap
"My son" yeah right
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I do agree in part of your comment, but spelling errors can be due to another language. These are arguably common mistakes. I do think if a promo was announced, we should have a dedicated thread for it, at best. I arguably don't think it's the individual users that are the problem, so much as we do not have a set process for this. There is no harm in asking, and worst case is a no.
He did send a video of it being used if any consolation. So he is good.
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I do agree in part of your comment, but spelling errors can be due to another language. These are arguably common mistakes. I do think if a promo was announced, we should have a dedicated thread for it, at best. I arguably don't think it's the individual users that are the problem, so much as we do not have a set process for this. There is no harm in asking, and worst case is a no.
He did send a video of it being used if any consolation. So he is good.
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I edited my comment.
I'm just getting sick of seeing this wherever I go (OnePlus related forums/chats).
I have seen at least 500 people get banned from different platforms, just creating an account / joining a server / forum solely to beg for a code and sometimes making up all sorts of stories.