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Are A2017(Chinese) , A2017U(US) and A2017G(Global) three different device model numbers (hardware wise)?
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Are they three different firmware numbers that can be flashed on same hardware device?

They are different devices for different regions

And with the locked bootloader they aren't able to be flashed to different region.
Each have different bands for phone too...

silverxbv2 said:
They are different devices for different regions
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Thank you for the quick response.
So I presume the A2017G global firmware cannot be flashed on c Hines model A2017.
I am planning to buy the chinese model A2017 for use in Singapore. I Have verified that it does support the LTE network bands used by Singapore telcos. The seller on aliexpress confirmed that it will work in singapore and has English language and all Google apps
Would that be a wise thing to do or should I buy the global device model A2017G?
Would you happen to know out of A2017 and A2017G, which model has better
Dev support on xda? (From the perspective of rooting, unlocking, AOSP Roms etc)

darshanoza said:
Are A2017(Chinese) , A2017U(US) and A2017G(Global) three different device model numbers (hardware wise)?
OR
Are they three different firmware numbers that can be flashed on same hardware device?
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Both.
Hardware-wise, the three models are banded differently, and support different cellular connections. For example, the US and China models have CDMA support, while the Global model is not banded for CDMA. The three models have differing LTE bands as well (US model tailored to LTE bands used in North America, Global model tailored to bands used in Europe/Asia, etc).
Software-wise, they're pretty similar, but there are some differences. For example, the Global model has lowered audio output (compared to US model) potentially due to EU regulations. On the flip-side, the Global model has a special menu option for "Glove Mode", to make the phone easier to use when you're wearing gloves, which is omitted from the US model. The US model has an included theme called "Stock Android", which is missing from the China and Global models. The China model does not come with Google Play services by default, because China.
Support-wise, ZTE USA has a community forum that employees participate in to answer questions and whatnot, as does ZTE China. ZTE Europe, however, does not seem to, and can only be contacted via phone/email.
Someone here on XDA was able to flash the Global model's ROM on a US model, but had to specifically flash the US model's modem in order to get cellular working. However, it might have been because the US model can be bootloader unlocked, so the US model can be flashed with other ROMs. The Global and China models don't have official bootloader unlock yet (I'm not entirely sure if the unofficial method posted here on XDA works on the Global and China models)

Thank you for the detailed response. Much appreciated.

Does anyone has any pictures with that stock Android theme?
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk

razorsbk said:
Does anyone has any pictures with that stock Android theme?
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk
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Search for Axon 7 reviews on Youtube. Any review that shows a white Android app drawer icon in the middle of the nav bar is a US unit using the Stock Android theme.

Damn I'd love that stock interface. Now I'm running Pixel Launcher.
Sent from my ZTE A2017G using Tapatalk

Unlocked version and updates
Does anyone know if I buy the US unlocked version will be updated depending on carrier or ZTE updates push ? Sorry for the ignorance I'm just new on this... Thanks in advance

Filter182 said:
Does anyone know if I buy the US unlocked version will be updated depending on carrier or ZTE updates push ? Sorry for the ignorance I'm just new on this... Thanks in advance
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From Zte.

Global (A2017) version - who to contact?

Hello, I would like to know which country's ZTE support may provide me with info about Axon 7 Global version. Living in Europe, there is no live chat with support in my country, as well as phone version on market is different than I have. Contacting ZTE in USA leads to missunderstandings, because of their support thinking I have a ,,chinese" version of the phone. However, Chine version is different than global, so should I contact China? In phone info, the official forum of the phone's users is set to chinese domain.
What do You think about it? Thanks for any response.

What version You have? A2017G? If yes then ZTE germany

Unlocking LTE band 20 in chinese version

As far as I know, there are 3 versions of the Axon 7:
A2017 (Chinese Version)
A2017U (US / North American Version)
A2017G (Global / European Version)
Only A2017G has LTE band 20 which is very important here in Europe.
Unfortunately the more powerful hardware with 6 GB RAM and 128 GB Flash is only available in China.
Of course I can buy the phone from aliexpress or similar website in Chinese Version. But is there a way to flash a A2017G ROM (including modem) to the A2017 version and get a fully functional European version including full LTE bands but now with more powerful hardware?

i would also like to know. i have the A2017 bought from aliexpress, and i live in Japan. I need to upgrade to the A2017G modem, as my reception has gone to **** since the B15 update. Marshmellow firmware had much better reception. Its that or wait until the next flashable firmware update.
Good luck to us both

I would also like to know too! But after searching on xda and other sites. I don't think this is do-able. T_T

I started to try the qcn method but it does not work for me unless someone can share the original qcn file of axon7 A2017G or A2017G
In my case I need to activate band 8.
My axon is Chinese only has FDD LTE band 1,3,7

Installing UK firmware on a 6T bought in Myanmar

Hi all
I have a Oneplus 6T that I bought in Myanmar (Burma). I have since moved back to the UK and now the caller ID name doesn't show up, just the number. I've tried deleting and adding back the Google account, I've also factory wiped it. I don't have Trucaller.
I'm now thinking of installing the UK firmware. The phone still has a lot of Chinese crap anyway. Would the UK firmware work on a 6T bought in Myanmar?
Thanks in advance
Shaun

What UK firmware are you referring to? I am only aware of International firmware and T-Mobile US firmware.
If you are seeing a bunch of Chineese apps then I would certainly update to the international firmware. Should be pretty straight forward.

Could be hydrogen os

Thanks both of you.
It is Hydrogen firmware and as to UK firmware, that is probably the international version. My main experience of flashing firmware is on Samsungs, where they have different variants of hardware and hence firmware. I'm guessing this isn't the case with Oneplus, at least in terms of the hardware.

Oneplus 8 Pro IN2020 5G (CN Ver. with flashed OS)

Hi,
Has anybody bought a chinese version with flashed OS? If so is there any issues with using it in the UK/ Europe? Is there a chance there could be spyware preinstalled on it or should it be safe? Will there be issues with OTS updates down the line? Any help would be greatly appreciated

I have the IN2020 version with global/international firmware. I'm not in Europe though. If it comes with Oxygen installed already then you don't have to convert from Hydrogen OS to Oxygen OS. The phone may or may not support all network bands in your area. So 5g may or may not work. I don't think this can be changed either. Updates will still arrive according to what version of the OS you are running, but there's always the Oxygen Updater App. One thing you should be aware of is where you are getting the phone from. If you are getting the IN2020 version, being the China version , and you have an issue with the phone OnePlus will not warranty it as it was intended for China not anywhere else. If you are buying from a reputable seller they may help you out if something goes wrong, but not all sellers do. And as for spyware I am pretty sure you are going to be safe.