Hey..I've been getting some questions concerning whether people should buy the OnePlus One still, now that the OnePlus 2 is out. My answer is 100% yes, but I made a quick video to explain why.
I would love to hear you guys' thoughts as I'm sure most would agree as well. I still think the OnePlus One is an amazing device.
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/FzCVa3tG-p0
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3168147
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Of course the OnePlus one manages to beat most of the 2015 phones .. Its the pure flash ship killer,unlike its brother OnePlus 2
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i will definitely keep my opo for now rather than buy the op2
I am using op1 and just got a op2 for one of my friends .... And i still think op1 rocks .... Specially if they do a price cut...op2 is good and very good vfm device but OP1 will remain the actual flagship killer ....i believe the main problem which limits the potential of OP2 is the 810soc which eventhough is the top of line chipset. .. I don't think its actually the best
There's no need for two threads with same comparison. Please stick to this one,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-one/general/one-plus-one-vs-one-plus-2-real-t3168147
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Hello.
I'm looking for a new phone, my budget is around 320 USD and therefore OnePlus 2 has really caught my eye. I've found a deal for 300 USD and I'd like to ask a couple questions.
1. The OnePlus 2 sports Snapdragon 810. I haven't heard much about it, but isn't SD 810 infamous for its issues with overheating? Is overheating an issue with OnePlus 2? Can it be completely resolved by flashing a different ROM/Kernel?
2. I plan to have this device for a longer period of time, around 3-4 years. Is OnePlus 2 a viable choice, despite the fact that almost 2 years passed from the release? Will it be able to hold off for that long, in terms of ROM support and general performance/usage?
3. How satisfied are you with your phone? Would you recommend it to me?
Thanks in advance.
Tip #1 : Dont buy it !!!
Techgod said:
Tip #1 : Dont buy it !!!
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Care to elaborate?
Fobos531 said:
Hello.
I'm looking for a new phone, my budget is around 320 USD and therefore OnePlus 2 has really caught my eye. I've found a deal for 300 USD and I'd like to ask a couple questions.
1. The OnePlus 2 sports Snapdragon 810. I haven't heard much about it, but isn't SD 810 infamous for its issues with overheating? Is overheating an issue with OnePlus 2? Can it be completely resolved by flashing a different ROM/Kernel?
2. I plan to have this device for a longer period of time, around 3-4 years. Is OnePlus 2 a viable choice, despite the fact that almost 2 years passed from the release? Will it be able to hold off for that long, in terms of ROM support and general performance/usage?
3. How satisfied are you with your phone? Would you recommend it to me?
Thanks in advance.
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1. Snapdragon 810: daily usage is good (I'm not a gamer at all): Messenger, Fenix (Twitter Client), WhatsApp, Facebook through Chrome Dev: everything is good. Yes, just good. Not awesome.
2. Long period of time ? Hell no. Look at OxygenOS update(s) for example. Well. we still don't have 7.x as OnePlus 3 / 3T already have 7.1.x. ROM support. Maybe custom ones yeah, but I think that's all.
Also, Grarak, which is one of the maintainer of LineageOS for the OnePlus 2, seems to stop build ROMs, as announced here. This might be an issue in future, even if there is some developers on this phone.
3. Satisfied ? Not at all. I bought this phone because I had an invite back in time there were still some, and I though hype would be the same as OnePlus One. But very disappointed with phone.
Just go for 3T, or if you have time, wait for OnePlus 4 | 5 , rumors say OnePlus might announced it soon.
casual_kikoo said:
1. Snapdragon 810: daily usage is good (I'm not a gamer at all): Messenger, Fenix (Twitter Client), WhatsApp, Facebook through Chrome Dev: everything is good. Yes, just good. Not awesome.
2. Long period of time ? Hell no. Look at OxygenOS update(s) for example. Well. we still don't have 7.x as OnePlus 3 / 3T already have 7.1.x. ROM support ? Maybe custom ones yeah, but I think that's all.
Also, Grarak, which is one of the maintainer of LineageOS for the OnePlus 2, seems to stop build ROMs, as announced here. This might be an issue in future, even if there is some developers on this phone.
3. Satisfied ? Not at. I bought this phone because I had an invite back in time there were still some, and I though hype would be the same as OnePlus One. But very disappointed with phone.
Just go for 3T, or if you have time, wait for OnePlus 4 | 5 , rumors say OnePlus might announced it soon.
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Thank you very much for the detailed answer.
I'd like to look back on some questions:
2. Well, I was probably planning to use custom ROMs exclusively, I'll see about that. I didn't expect much from OygenOS to be honest. The thing about Garak seems worrying though.
3. I'd really like to go for the 3T, but I'm restricted by my budget which is around 330 USD. Do you have a better phone to propose?
Fobos531 said:
Thank you very much for the detailed answer.
I'd like to look back on some questions:
2. Well, I was probably planning to use custom ROMs exclusively, I'll see about that. I didn't expect much from OygenOS to be honest. The thing about Garak seems worrying though.
3. I'd really like to for the 3T, but I'm restricted by my budget which is around 330 USD. Do you have a better phone to propose?
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You could search for the LG G4 for example, which as a Snapdragon 808, 3GB of RAM, Sdcard and QHD Screen, around 325-350$. Be sure, if you buy it, to check for an unlocked one (no locked bootloader for example).
If you search, you could be able to find a OnePlus 3 (just 3, not 3T), under 350$.
casual_kikoo said:
You could search for the LG G4 for example, which as a Snapdragon 808, 3GB of RAM, Sdcard and QHD Screen, around 325-350$. Be sure, if you buy it, to check for an unlocked one (no locked bootloader for example).
If you search, you could be able to find a OnePlus 3 (just 3, not 3T), under 350$.
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While G4 is certainly an interesting choice, I'm hesitant when going for it since I'm worried of all the bootloop issues that were reported to occur. I also think that I could use a little bumped-up specs.
Thank you for reminding me of OnePlus 3. Since there are small differences between 3 and 3T, I'll try and find a deal under 350$. If you have any online shops to propose, please do so.
Fobos531 said:
While G4 is certainly an interesting choice, I'm hesitant when going for it since I'm worried of all the bootloop issues that were reported to occur. I also think that I could use a little bumped-up specs.
Thank you for reminding me of OnePlus 3. Since there are small differences between 3 and 3T, I'll try and find a deal under 350$. If you have any online shops to propose, please do so.
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You could have a look at Swappa which is a platform where users sell their used mobile. There is "partnership" with XDA, so this site can be trust.
casual_kikoo said:
You could have a look at Swappa which is a platform where users sell their used mobile. There is "partnership" with XDA, so this site can be trust.
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Sadly there are no entries for my market (Europe). However, browsing Ebay, I found a listing claiming they have a new OP 3T 64 GB at $352 "in perfect condition". The seller states: "Bought as Anniversary present. To be honest it's a lovely phone if you like Android But I wanted an iPhone. My wife thought I'd like this instead. Used for 2 hrs around the house and that's all. "
How legit do you think this is?
Oh yess man! I've been using the device for quite awhile now and yes I won't recommend it to u now. It's good but not awesome, just good! Moreover, the software updates are kind of on a standstill now however Custom roms are abundant.
At this point of time, within your budget, I would rather recommend you to go with a device with a sd625! Excellent processor with an exceptional battery management, no heating no matter what you throw at it! Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, Lenovo P2 or the upcoming Moto G5 plus ( supposedly to come with Dual Pixel tech same as in Samsung S7) are a few to mention. Moreover, Xiaomi Mi 5 (comes with SD820) is a crazy good phone to consider if u can get your hands on one! Highly recommended!!
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Oh yess man! I've been using the device for quite awhile now and yes I won't recommend it to u now. It's good but not awesome, just good! Moreover, the software updates are kind of on a standstill now however Custom roms are abundant.
At this point of time, within your budget, I would rather recommend you to go with a device with a sd625! Excellent processor with an exceptional battery management, no heating no matter what you throw at it! Xiaomi Redmi Note 4, Lenovo P2 or the upcoming Moto G5 plus ( supposedly to come with Dual Pixel tech same as in Samsung S7) are a few to mention. Moreover, Xiaomi Mi 5 (comes with SD820) is a crazy good phone to consider if u can get your hands on one! Highly recommended!!
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Thank you for the reply. I can't go with the Mi 5 due to it being incompatible with my network. What do you think of the Lenovo ZUK Z2 Pro? It looks like an absolute beast to me.
Fobos531 said:
Thank you for the reply. I can't go with the Mi 5 due to it being incompatible with my network. What do you think of the Lenovo ZUK Z2 Pro? It looks like an absolute beast to me.
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Ya Z2 pro is a pretty good device! But i don't think that it has much software development! And the Camera is mediocre too. Performance wise, its a beast.
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Ya Z2 pro is a pretty good device! But i don't think that it has much software development! And the Camera is mediocre too. Performance wise, its a beast.
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Agreed. I don't use camera that much so it's fine for me. I wish it had more software development than it, but even then, it seems to be extremely good out of the box (software-wise). So yeah, I'm in kind of a dilemma now, cause I need a device that will last 3 years or more. Also I can't go with Redmi Note 4 or Lenovo P2 because they don't have the required bands for my provider.
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Agreed. I don't use camera that much so it's fine for me. I wish it had more software development than it, but even then, it seems to be extremely good out of the box (software-wise). So yeah, I'm in kind of a dilemma now, cause I need a device that will last 3 years or more. Also I can't go with Redmi Note 4 or Lenovo P2 because they don't have the required bands for my provider.
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Then my opinion is that u must wait a week or two and buy yourself a Moto G5+ it will be having the same multipurpose fingerprint sensor (the one Lenovo uses), a class apart camera, much faster updates and vast dev community and this time they are even implementing moto voice feature which was earlier enjoyed only by the moto x users! I am not a moto fan though but this device looks promising!
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Then my opinion is that u must wait a week or two and buy yourself a Moto G5+ it will be having the same multipurpose fingerprint sensor (the one Lenovo uses), a class apart camera, much faster updates and vast dev community and this time they are even implementing moto voice feature which was earlier enjoyed only by the moto x users! I am not a moto fan though but this device looks promising!
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Seems reasonable. I might as well wait for G5+ and buy it when it becomes available. Thank you once again.
Take my advice and don't buy it.
So did you go for the OP2?
The G5 looks like a good alternative!
no save your hard earned money and buy a better phone, this is already a 2 year old phone and its not worth buying anymore, otherwise if you find a new one for just $50 bucks go for it otherwise forget this phone even existed.
I am in a dilemma here with this device.
I was initially going to buy this device for a relative, who is not so tech savy, as a decent device.
But I then read reports of ghost touches. Coming from a device that I had problems with ghost touches, z ultra, I stepped away. I cannot bear to deal with that, as my relatives phone is trash now. Barely taking in any calls.
The alternative is Huawei Honor 5x.
I dont intend to root the phone necessarily and install custom kernels but if need be, I can.
How true are these rumors? The honor 5x is a device from huawei and I dont trust them.
Huawei has never been known for decent QC or customer support, and I want to get a device that lasts long and I dont have to deal with technical BS.
My current device is the nexus 6, and as such, I know about motorola.
I also have seen the Moto X play, which was also decent.
Please advice? Even if itsnt a phone like g4 plus or honor 5x, please advice.
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I am in a dilemma here with this device.
I was initially going to buy this device for a relative, who is not so tech savy, as a decent device.
But I then read reports of ghost touches. Coming from a device that I had problems with ghost touches, z ultra, I stepped away. I cannot bear to deal with that, as my relatives phone is trash now. Barely taking in any calls.
The alternative is Huawei Honor 5x.
I dont intend to root the phone necessarily and install custom kernels but if need be, I can.
How true are these rumors? The honor 5x is a device from huawei and I dont trust them.
Huawei has never been known for decent QC or customer support, and I want to get a device that lasts long and I dont have to deal with technical BS.
My current device is the nexus 6, and as such, I know about motorola.
I also have seen the Moto X play, which was also decent.
Please advice? Even if itsnt a phone like g4 plus or honor 5x, please advice.
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The G4 plus is a very good device for a very low price. Stock nougat feeling instead of Chinese bloated spy rom.
That's why I bought it. For me it's better than the then my S4! The ghost touch isn't wide spread.
For questions about other devices, please ask here, xda has already a thread for your purpose of questions https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1620179
shadowcore said:
I am in a dilemma here with this device.
I was initially going to buy this device for a relative, who is not so tech savy, as a decent device.
But I then read reports of ghost touches. Coming from a device that I had problems with ghost touches, z ultra, I stepped away. I cannot bear to deal with that, as my relatives phone is trash now. Barely taking in any calls.
The alternative is Huawei Honor 5x.
I dont intend to root the phone necessarily and install custom kernels but if need be, I can.
How true are these rumors? The honor 5x is a device from huawei and I dont trust them.
Huawei has never been known for decent QC or customer support, and I want to get a device that lasts long and I dont have to deal with technical BS.
My current device is the nexus 6, and as such, I know about motorola.
I also have seen the Moto X play, which was also decent.
Please advice? Even if itsnt a phone like g4 plus or honor 5x, please advice.
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I will recommend moto G5s plus
siddhesh9146 said:
I will recommend moto G5s plus
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Got the G5, regular version, instead.
It should be a decent gift. G5plus was out of the range I was willing to buy.
I'm not liking this G6 email from Moto!
This makes me think that maybe Moto has delayed Oreo on the G5S for marketing purposes?
And thus it would in turn delay the Moto G5 & G5 Plus.
This has turned me off upgrading to Moto G6.
Sure why wouldn't it just be the same holding back for the G7!
Does this annoy anyone else?
cpm said:
I'm not liking this G6 email from Moto!
This makes me think that maybe Moto has delayed Oreo on the G5S for marketing purposes?
And thus it would in turn delay the Moto G5 & G5 Plus.
This has turned me off upgrading to Moto G6.
Sure why wouldn't it just be the same holding back for the G7!
Does this annoy anyone else?
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i knew it.. they are comparing the OS in that email.. it was obvious that they delayed the update on purpose..
cpm said:
I'm not liking this G6 email from Moto!
This makes me think that maybe Moto has delayed Oreo on the G5S for marketing purposes?
And thus it would in turn delay the Moto G5 & G5 Plus.
This has turned me off upgrading to Moto G6.
Sure why wouldn't it just be the same holding back for the G7!
Does this annoy anyone else?
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Right now Motorola is in rough shape, they're trying to squeeze out as many sales as possible. It means that many devs and enthusiasts will be left disappointed, but generally, people are sheep.
That doesn't justify the deliberate delays, but OEMs usually care about customer satisfaction only after they start making profit.
They are just incompetent and didn't delay anything.
I'm actually not surprised Motorola did this, seems like a smart thing to do to lure potential buyers. It sucks for those of us that have the G5 plus, G5s plus because we have to wait longer to get Oreo, hopefully it doesn't take that long! A lot of people are speculating the release to be around May, June.
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I'm actually not surprised Motorola did this, seems like a smart thing to do to lure potential buyers. It sucks for those of us that have the G5 plus, G5s plus because we have to wait longer to get Oreo, hopefully it doesn't take that long! A lot of people are speculating the release to be around May, June.
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Meanwhile every enthusiast who tried to flash stock 7.0 after trying a few custom ROMs have their device rendered useless because of 'God-knows-what' security patch did, network and IMEI are gone from many devices.
Good there are better roms out there :silly:
Not waiting any longer.
Jumping ship,
to Sony Xperia
atleast they understand the importance of keeping software up to date...
Motog5plus is a great phone... almost identical to their phones hitting shelves now... X4, etc. (no real justification to purchase, other than it has oreo already)...
Mindblown as to how my g5p phone is not running Oreo yet officially.
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to all oneplus X users,
well guys oneplus is again going to fool everyone with oneplus Z, i remember how they fooled everyone with great updates and support for one plus x and abandoned it in just one year, it's my request to everyone to share their horrible experience with one plus x on one plus z forum!!
lets the justice prevails!
I saw there where a new line. are you sure it's going to be a "Z" ?
(Like my HTC Desire Z?)
Kéno40 said:
I saw there where a new line. are you sure it's going to be a "Z" ?
(Like my HTC Desire Z?)
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IDK, but whatever the name will be people should know what they did to one plus "X" users, they that time said mid-ranger king, best from oneplus!
but they ditched it in less than a year, never given any support.
now they are like what oneplus X, we dont know!!