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As the title says... Box and manuel etc are all for the 32gig wifi model! Not impressed tho, waste of my time.. Have to send it back an wait till this coming thursday for a replacement!
Anyone else had this problem? Great bit of kit tho, looking forward to being able to use.. Ordered a 32gb mem card! Shame there isnt a great deal of proper cases/gel covers for it?
What exectly is your problem?
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What exectly is your problem?
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He gotta 16GB instead of the 32GB on board memory ... Bad juju.....
Yep! Didnt even think the A501 was out yet!
Only issue apart from that is lack of asscesories (hopefully change soon) and the grid for placment of widgets? Is that changable, so they dont snap to?
Thanks
I heard about people getting the 16GB intead of 32GB but not with 3G. A misstake at packaging, no problems changing the bought device to a 32GB version.
Sent from my A500 using Tapatalk
I don't buy this thread without pics.
No, isnt a problem changing it.. Just more waiting!
GammaRascal- you will excuse me if i dont jump at the chance to 'sell' you my thread, go to trouble of joining? Just to bull****... Have better things to do, but thanks for the helpful reply!
Nope, I'm just saying I don't buy it without proof.
While I have heard of 1 person buying a 16gb version of the tablet and thinking they were buying a 32gb version, no proof was ever posted in that instance either and you're suggesting the box was labeled a501 and 32gb?
I call bs. As sofiaeriksson suggested, that could be a packaging error but 1 instance of that happened? Unlikely.
And since you're OP it was only a waste of your time - as if to suggest you paid the same price for a 32gb 3g model as you would have for the currently only released 16gb wifi model, it sounds more like you made a shady deal and got taken.
As the title says.. I ordered the 32gb wifi model and go the 16gb 3g model, box etc and lable says 32gig A500!
It would seem like a packaging error how else do you explain the mix up in model/packaging!..
I will take a photo of the device infomation and post it.. Just so i can sleep at night, thinking about how much it plays on my mind that you dont trust me!
You're right. You did say, you picked up an a500 32gb but you got an a501 16gb 3g.
Let me clarify.
To my knowledge, there is no a500 32gb in the wild. (**correction: J&R seem to be the only site listed from acer that have a 32gb version) I don't know where you ordered it from but you say the box is labeled 32gb and that error just hasn't been reported.
Believe me, if there were a slew of shipped 16gb a500 packaged in 32gb labeled boxes, there would a ton of pissed off consumers (; But there isn't. Something is fishy there. I'm not necessarily pointing fingers at you... I'm just saying, it doesn't add up.
There is no 3g model in the wild. While pre-patched a500 will say a501 in the tablet specs, it is in fact, an a500. The same reason why when you open up the sim slot, you'll see that extra area for what would be the sim card. It's just that we're sharing the same body with the a501 and shipped revision.
If you send it back, I'm not exactly sure what they will do with it. Where did buy it from and how much did you pay?
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To my knowledge, there is no a500 32gb in the wild.
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Wrong. There are LOADS of 32gb A500 models in the wild. I'm posting this from one of them.
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Wrong. There are LOADS of 32gb A500 models in the wild. I'm posting this from one of them.
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Strange, I'm not seeing 'loads' through my searches. Even J&R is sketchy but most of them are overseas or preorder.
List me.
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Strange, I'm not seeing 'loads' through my searches. Even J&R is sketchy but most of them are overseas or preorder.
List me.
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Check the flag under my name... Maybe the US got short shrift. AFAIK, *all* A500's in the EU are 32gb models.
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Check the flag under my name... Maybe the US got short shrift. AFAIK, *all* A500's in the EU are 32gb models.
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Maybe. I don't know. I'm not seeing any here. I just assumed the OP was NA.
Assumed huh? i am in the uk and got mine from currys!
Should be a little less quick to shoot other people down because you assume im wrong or bullshitting you rascal!
Just calm down there Fillthee. There's no reason to escalate. I stand by everything I said. There are 32gb models available. I did correct my post before FloatingFatMan responded and I did say 'To my knowledge' not, 'It's a fact'. (speaking from NA) I knew there were 32gb models out there, there are many post from people here who claimed as much as part of their description or in passing.
I'm still calling this a bs complaint but that's neither here nor there. You're only recourse is to send it back if, in fact, there was a 16gb model in a 32gb box. At this point, pictures wouldn't even prove your argument. It's just bs all around.
3G models aren't out.
32gb models aren't out.
Only place 32GB models are listed is on jr.com.
http://www.jr.com/acer-computer/pe/ACE_A50032GB/ out of stock, wrong product image, etc..., obviously not activated.
Either OP got scammed, or OP is full of it.
I call bs on this thread.
Edit: the loads that others are talking about, I don't see.
Check http://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-I...available-32GB-model-coming-soon.54614.0.html . Was posted yesterday.
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32gb models aren't out.
Only place 32GB models are listed is on jr.com.
http://www.jr.com/acer-computer/pe/ACE_A50032GB/ out of stock, wrong product image, etc..., obviously not activated.
Either OP got scammed, or OP is full of it.
I call bs on this thread.
Edit: the loads that others are talking about, I don't see.
Check http://www.notebookcheck.net/Acer-I...available-32GB-model-coming-soon.54614.0.html . Was posted yesterday.
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Totally, utterly and completely wrong, wrong wrong.
The US is merely a tiny portion of the larger world, y'know. 32gb models are available in plentiful supply in Europe.
I find it funny how im full of it just because it isnt for sale in the US? Im well aware that the 3G model isnt out!!
Which was the point of the thread as i was rather supprised when i checked the device - finding it to be a 16gb 3G ..
i had that same problem. I bought mine in Sweden when it launched. The packaging and manual said 32gb wifi, the tablet was 16gb wifi. As for many orhers in the tab specs (about tablet) it said A501, it said the same on my new 32gb model but that's fixed with the new update that i got today.
At the retailer they said the product id on the box was consistent with the id on the tab (about tablet). This is a packaging error, nothing more and it's easy to change it to get what you paid for. It's unfortniute but **** happens. Atleast fir me my retailer threw in a 32gb micro sd card for the problem f going back to change it.
I've heard of this happening three times in sweden, prob more though.
The conlusion, he read A501 in the tablet specs and didn't know it was a common misstake.,.problem solved.
Exchange it and ask for some compensation like a micro sd, usb flash drive or something like that, hopefully you'll get something good for the problems this caused you.
Hello Guys Wanted to share this link for anyone interested in buying a One Plus X without an invite
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/OneP...1-Quad-Core-13-0MP-Camera---Blcak-355846.html
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Hello Guys Wanted to share this link for anyone interested in buying a One Plus X without an invite
http://www.geekbuying.com/item/OneP...1-Quad-Core-13-0MP-Camera---Blcak-355846.html
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I thought you were talking about buying it directly from OnePlus site.
But these options have been pretty much available even before people with an invite could order theirs on Thursday, on sites like Ebay.
It appears to be a 15% markup (not including shipping), and the options are 2G and 3G, so no LTE?
On the upside, you can get it in white from there.
Invite code
Hi, i've got an invite which expires in a day which i'm not going to use as i don't have the money so here it is:
EUC1-CC4E-3D6A-CE0D
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Hi, i've got an invite which expires in a day which i'm not going to use as i don't have the money so here it is:
EUC1-CC4E-3D6A-CE0D
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Please don't take threads off-topic. You can post about your invite in the thread for that:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-x/general/oneplus-x-invite-share-invite-roll-t3241194
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It appears to be a 15% markup (not including shipping), and the options are 2G and 3G, so no LTE?
On the upside, you can get it in white from there.
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The 3G and 2G options you are talking about are 3Gig ram or 2Gig ram. If you read through the specs they all have LTE. The white 3gig option is the only one in stock ready for shipping the others are for pre-order.
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The 3G and 2G options you are talking about are 3Gig ram or 2Gig ram. If you read through the specs they all have LTE.
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lol! I shouldn't post at night after a really long day! But hey, it's China, so anything could be true!
@poondog
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@poondog
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Ok some I have done some research.. this seems to be Chinese version? It seems the chinese version is available in 2gb ram config and the white/gold color. International version is only black and 3gb ram?
Another site that I have used before (for other stuff than phones) has the white and black ones also, they claim to be china stock with the oxygen ROM flashed on it (instead of Hydrogen)
Just fyi and I guess I am seeking clarification
249USD is ~350AUD and this site is selling it for 350 AUD which seems great value
ps check your hangouts
I ordered mine at SpeMall on nov 4. Came in yesterday. White and with 3gb of ram.
I have no nano sim yet, so I haven't tested yet if LTE works.
poondog said:
Ok some I have done some research.. this seems to be Chinese version? It seems the chinese version is available in 2gb ram config and the white/gold color. International version is only black and 3gb ram?
Another site that I have used before (for other stuff than phones) has the white and black ones also, they claim to be china stock with the oxygen ROM flashed on it (instead of Hydrogen)
Just fyi and I guess I am seeking clarification
249USD is ~350AUD and this site is selling it for 350 AUD which seems great value
ps check your hangouts
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Well now that I've bought you a UK version and it's on the way you won't need to worry about getting a Chinese version.
3G 16GB black: "Presell Product Lead-time: 2015-12-10". Forget it.
Is there any shop who sell the phone in gray? (64gb or 128gb version)
I bought it in gold, but if it would be available in gray i would switch. I dont know if it is available yet.
Anyone knows?
Same question for future, if you see it in a shop, please answer to this threat :good:
Thank you.
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Is there any shop who sell the phone in gray? (64gb or 128gb version)
I bought it in gold, but if it would be available in gray i would switch. I dont know if it is available yet.
Anyone knows?
Same question for future, if you see it in a shop, please answer to this threat :good:
Thank you.
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http://m.geekbuying.com/item/LeTV-L...-16-0MP-NFC-Touch-ID-VoLTE---Gray-372592.html
manuelbvb said:
Is there any shop who sell the phone in gray? (64gb or 128gb version)
I bought it in gold, but if it would be available in gray i would switch. I dont know if it is available yet.
Anyone knows?
Same question for future, if you see it in a shop, please answer to this threat :good:
Thank you.
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Here is some shop where you can buy it in gray color :
-https://www.spemall.com/LeEco-Le-Pro-3-2-35GHz-Qualcomm-Snapdragon-821-Quad-Core-8MP-16MP-Camera-Pixels-32GB-64GB-ROM-Smartphone_g.html
- http://www.geekbuying.com/item/LeTV-LeEco-Le-Pro3-X720-6GB-RAM-64GB-ROM-5-5inch-FHD-Android-6-0-Smartphone-Qualcomm-Snapdragon-821-Quad-Core-8-0MP-16-0MP-NFC-Touch-ID-VoLTE---Gray-372592.html
-https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1305553-REG/leeco_le_x727_gray_le_pro3_64gb_gsm.html (AVAILABLE IN APRIL)
Good luck ! :fingers-crossed:
Unless you will not put it in a case or you want transparent one, why bother? Gold is fine, just buy gray case maybe?
I would like them to release an all black Le Pro 3 though. =D
It's crazy they don't make any other color or at least I don't see them even on AliExpress, color available is gold and pink.
It leave buyer with no choice and I got a gold one. Seem to be the trend is gold and pink at the moment.
Thank you for you answers, but in all the shops you mentioned the gray version is listed but not available at the moment.
I ordered a gold one last week, but shipment did not work. So i am about to order another one and i dont know if i should buy gray or gold, but if gray is not available i will buy it in gold.
Can you give me shops where it is the cheapest price. Thank you.
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Thank you for you answers, but in all the shops you mentioned the gray version is listed but not available at the moment.
I ordered a gold one last week, but shipment did not work. So i am about to order another one and i dont know if i should buy gray or gold, but if gray is not available i will buy it in gold.
Can you give me shops where it is the cheapest price. Thank you.
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80 dlls off today over lemall.com
www.fastcardtech.com always cheapest price for me for example now 64/4 variant LePro 3 is $285. Just if any problem occur with the phone might be hard to claim for warranty stuff like that. You might have to find the fix where you live.
The thread title says it all. Rather curious how I can get my hands on the Chinese version. I'm an American living in States, but those prices are ridiculously lower. The handset itself is supposed to be identical. Anyone know how I can order one?
Kind of crappy for OnePlus to charge America an extra $137. Fake tariff response.
https://m.gsmarena.com/oneplus_8_and_8_pro_launch_in_china_you_wont_like_the_prices-news-42716.php
Chinese 12GB 256GB in black with oxygen OS
Ordered mine for £780 inc delivery, hopefully will be delivered before the weekend. Sooooo excited I've loved my OP5T but so looking forward to wireless charging, IP68, OIS 120Hz etc.
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Ordered mine for £780 inc delivery, hopefully will be delivered before the weekend. Sooooo excited I've loved my OP5T but so looking forward to wireless charging, IP68, OIS 120Hz etc.
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Where did you purchase it from? With the reports of the screen issues in some phones im hesitant to order from another country in case OnePlus have an issues with warranties with phones from different regions
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Ordered mine for £780 inc delivery, hopefully will be delivered before the weekend. Sooooo excited I've loved my OP5T but so looking forward to wireless charging, IP68, OIS 120Hz etc.
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can you tell me exactly what you did to accomplish this bro? Like step-by-step. I'm assuming you went to oneplus.com/cn and used Google translate to navigate through? And it'll allow you to ship to United States?
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can you tell me exactly what you did to accomplish this bro? Like step-by-step. I'm assuming you went to oneplus.com/cn and used Google translate to navigate through? And it'll allow you to ship to United States?
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No. He most likely purchased it on a site like Wonda Mobile dot com or Trading Shenzhen dot com.
jericho246 said:
No. He most likely purchased it on a site like Wonda Mobile dot com or Trading Shenzhen dot com.
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Yep, you got it. According to DHL tracking it's in the UK already ?
I've bought phones from Wonda before without issues.
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The thread title says it all. Rather curious how I can get my hands on the Chinese version. I'm an American living in States, but those prices are ridiculously lower. The handset itself is supposed to be identical. Anyone know how I can order one?
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The handset won't be identical
The Chinese version will be missing out on quite a few LTE/5G bands support in the states
4G Bands missing from China/India variant compared to US variant- B13, 25, 28, 29, 30, 66, 71
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https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/g5870q/psa_chinaindias_op8_is_cheaper_but_itll_be/
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The handset won't be identical
The Chinese version will be missing out on quite a few LTE/5G bands support in the states
https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/g5870q/psa_chinaindias_op8_is_cheaper_but_itll_be/
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I have bought foreign phones before and have always found ways to enable/disable bands as needed.. The Snapdragon is very versatile. I'm hoping that installing the international oxygen OS rom will configure the bands. When I get the device I will thoroughly test every band and let you know how I get on.
evilhomura89 said:
The handset won't be identical
The Chinese version will be missing out on quite a few LTE/5G bands support in the states
https://www.reddit.com/r/oneplus/comments/g5870q/psa_chinaindias_op8_is_cheaper_but_itll_be/
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I still have DFS tools installed on my desktop. The last time I went down this route I ended up enabling every band there was.. naughty but fun.
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I still have DFS tools installed on my desktop. The last time I went down this route I ended up enabling every band there was.. naughty but fun.
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Haha your post cracks me up, mate. Did you ever get the band unlocked? I'm torn between waiting four more days until it's available in the US, or getting it off of Wonda.
Perhaps you can help me decide. When the phone arrived, did it look brand-spanking-new? Or were there fingerprints all over it? After all, they had to manually flash the international version of OOS I'm assuming? and did it come in original packaging? Or do they just take the components out and just stick it in a random box?
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Yep, you got it. According to DHL tracking it's in the UK already ?
I've bought phones from Wonda before without issues.
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Careful the Chinese version is missing a few of the bands we use here. Think o2 is fine but the rest need band 32 I think for lte advance so you may get slower 4g speeds if on Three voda ee or their mvno's.
Maybe you can unlock bands. Wonda mobile a great trustworthy store
I'm in Canada and bought a pro 256gb from Alibaba for about 1240 CAD all in. Flashed with global ROM.
Very risky for general user but I've been buying equipment and components for my company from Alibaba for years now. I personally have never had an issue (with fraud anyways)
mlkemac said:
I'm in Canada and bought a pro 256gb from Alibaba for about 1240 CAD all in. Flashed with global ROM.
Very risky for general user but I've been buying equipment and components for my company from Alibaba for years now. I personally have never had an issue (with fraud anyways)
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Well, just setting up my Chinese black OP8 and all seems well. VoWIFI, VoLTE, everything working beautifully. I've got a
12 GB model for less than the 8GB model. Happy bunny.
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Well, just setting up my Chinese black OP8 and all seems well. VoWIFI, VoLTE, everything working beautifully. I've got a
12 GB model for less than the 8GB model. Happy bunny.
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From Where you got it...
Burt Squirtz said:
Haha your post cracks me up, mate. Did you ever get the band unlocked? I'm torn between waiting four more days until it's available in the US, or getting it off of Wonda.
Perhaps you can help me decide. When the phone arrived, did it look brand-spanking-new? Or were there fingerprints all over it? After all, they had to manually flash the international version of OOS I'm assuming? and did it come in original packaging? Or do they just take the components out and just stick it in a random box?
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The seal on the box was broken to upgrade the firmware but the device was still wrapped in its protective film. I'm currently on band 20 VoLTE and the device is identifying itself as the international version. I suspect the relevant bands were enabled/disabled with the ROM change.
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From Where you got it...
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Wonda mobile.
Question for those using chinese version in USA.
How is it working?
I want the green 256GB version and dual Sim. So going down this route might be my best option.
Only problem I see is if I have a screen issue, will be harder to return.
What do you guys think? Thanks for the replies.
I have used Wonda Mobile and returned a mobile with no issues, you pay for shipping if you change your mind with a fee but if it's faulty they will reimburse you.
I have ordered many times from Wonda Mobile, can't rate them high enough. My 8 Pro was shipped on Monday and I had it by Saturday, 12/256gb £100 cheaper......:good:
So, i notice sites like Giztop and Aliexpress sell the Chinese variant of OnePlus 8 Pro for very cheap. Around 800-900 bucks. and they advertise with "global rom" What does this mean? Can they actually flash on a real Global ROM, entirely supported by OnePlus already on the CN versions? What do i lose by getting a CN version over a global version that i can buy in a store in my country for 1100bucks?
I am torn on buying a OnePlus 8 Pro CN version for 850bucks or the Sony Xperia 1 Pro for 1200dollars global from my country. But that is quite the price difference. On the other hand, i'm scared of the supposed massive OP 8 Pro screen issues? are those more prevalent on the CN versions? i see people reporting major loss in max screen brightness, calibration being way off, green tints etc etc? Hoping someone here can give some reassurance. I feel like the safe option is the Sony, but yeah dunno.
If you're buying the device from "abroad" recommend you send flowers first.
"Sorry I'm bored "
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So, i notice sites like Giztop and Aliexpress sell the Chinese variant of OnePlus 8 Pro for very cheap. Around 800-900 bucks. and they advertise with "global rom" What does this mean? Can they actually flash on a real Global ROM, entirely supported by OnePlus already on the CN versions? What do i lose by getting a CN version over a global version that i can buy in a store in my country for 1100bucks?
I am torn on buying a OnePlus 8 Pro CN version for 850bucks or the Sony Xperia 1 Pro for 1200dollars global from my country. But that is quite the price difference. On the other hand, i'm scared of the supposed massive OP 8 Pro screen issues? are those more prevalent on the CN versions? i see people reporting major loss in max screen brightness, calibration being way off, green tints etc etc? Hoping someone here can give some reassurance. I feel like the safe option is the Sony, but yeah dunno.
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Nothing wrong..
IN2020 China
IN 2021 INDIA
IN 2023 EU
IN 2025 GLOBAL
These phones are probably the chinese (IN2020) with global rom..
Go for it ..on alli 760€ the 8/128 pro
just do note in2025 even its dual sim only works with single sim
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Nothing wrong..
IN2020 China
IN 2021 INDIA
IN 2023 EU
IN 2025 GLOBAL
These phones are probably the chinese (IN2020) with global rom..
Go for it ..on alli 760€ the 8/128 pro
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So it doesn't matter if i get the Chinese version or not? It's still the same rom as the 2025 global? There is no difference at all?
Ok let's get this straight..
First and foremost.
No one, in any situation unless you want to our feel like losing all your money, should order anything from the likes of Ali Express.
The clue is in the name.
if you want a Oneplus phone, then order it from the correct channels.
Or get it on contract, or be ready to sit through a total turd storm when you need to return to sender.
The likes of Ali Express shouldn't even be mentioned in XDA im amazed that you've been allowed to name this thread.
Ali Express is one toe dipped into the dark web, recognizable by the amount of bad deals you think you're going to get but don't.
Short answer??
Avoid Ali, period.
Pay for the phone you want and stop spreading misinformation, unless you're in China and in a OnePlus sellers shop..
Modem is probably the key factor. The band support is what you'll need.
I, too, have wondered also. iN2020 supports n41 5g but not sure if that's the same 41 that Tmo uses. If so, that would be great
dladz said:
Ok let's get this straight..
First and foremost.
No one, in any situation unless you want to our feel like losing all your money, should order anything from the likes of Ali Express.
The clue is in the name.
Don't be a complete idiot, if you want a Oneplus phone, then order it from the correct channels.
Or get it on contract, or be ready to sit through a total turd storm when you need to return to sender.
The likes of Ali Express shouldn't even be mentioned in XDA im amazed that you've been allowed to name this thread.
Ali Express is one toe dipped into the dark web, recognizable by the amount of bad deals you think you're going to get but don't.
Short answer??
Avoid Ali, period.
Pay for the phone you want and stop spreading misinformation, unless you're in China and in a OnePlus sellers shop..
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Mate, what are you talking about. Nothing about this post was even remotely true. AliExpress is pretty reputable. It's basically the Chinese Amazon. This isn't the wild west days of 2010 with Chinese e-commerce.
I order stuff off AliExpress all the time. 99% of time something arrives as advertised. When it doesn't - I just open a claim and I get my money back. Items take longer these days to arrive due to ePacket and covid-19 - but I always get what I ordered.
I think you might be thinking of Alibaba, which also in turn has dramatically improved in the last few years.
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Mate, what are you talking about. Nothing about this post was even remotely true. AliExpress is pretty reputable. It's basically the Chinese Amazon. This isn't the wild west days of 2010 with Chinese e-commerce.
I order stuff off AliExpress all the time. 99% of time something arrives as advertised. When it doesn't - I just open a claim and I get my money back. Items take longer these days to arrive due to ePacket and covid-19 - but I always get what I ordered.
I think you might be thinking of Alibaba, which also in turn has dramatically improved in the last few years.
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Totally agree..
Bought 3 devices from alli( op5, xiaomi mi 6, mi9lite)
2 pairs of buds , mi box..etc...
Never had a problem , very fast shipping....
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So it doesn't matter if i get the Chinese version or not? It's still the same rom as the 2025 global? There is no difference at all?
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Its the Chinese model (IN2020) with global ROM (IN11AA)
The same ROM as the IN2025 model
I will also order one next month..
You could also try Wonda Mobile, they are based in Hong Kong. They have a complete section of faq on the actual device, the only main difference would be the bands like 5g. They also have a section which lists them so have a look at that to make sure your network supports it.
I bought a OnePlus 8 Pro from Giztop and it's the Chinese version with Oxygen OS on it. I immediately regret it and now I can't return it. If you're in the US, don't do it.
JodyBreeze901 said:
I bought a OnePlus 8 Pro from Giztop and it's the Chinese version with Oxygen OS on it. I immediately regret it and now I can't return it. If you're in the US, don't do it.
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No option to return if you change your mind even paying a restocking fee?
JodyBreeze901 said:
I bought a OnePlus 8 Pro from Giztop and it's the Chinese version with Oxygen OS on it. I immediately regret it and now I can't return it. If you're in the US, don't do it.
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Why regret it?
surge27 said:
Modem is probably the key factor. The band support is what you'll need.
I, too, have wondered also. iN2020 supports n41 5g but not sure if that's the same 41 that Tmo uses. If so, that would be great
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I was looking at it when you couldn't get one in the US. The bands (n71 and n41) were the issue.
So far, have not seen any post from anyone in US TMO that has one that works on LTE and 5G over here.
gaww said:
I was looking at it when you couldn't get one in the US. The bands (n71 and n41) were the issue.
So far, have not seen any post from anyone in US TMO that has one that works on LTE and 5G over here.
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Ya, 41 is on iN2020 but not sure if it's actually the same 41 here in U.S.
surge27 said:
Ya, 41 is on iN2020 but not sure if it's actually the same 41 here in U.S.
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Yeah - that's an issue, but 6000 mhz n71 is also big , as it both supports LTE and 5G. I didn't see that at all.
wilpang said:
No option to return if you change your mind even paying a restocking fee?
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I can't afford to be without a phone for a month maybe more. My job requires me to have a cell phone and my note 5 backup finally died on me. So I'm stuck with this phone unfortunately
JodyBreeze901 said:
I can't afford to be without a phone for a month maybe more. My job requires me to have a cell phone and my note 5 backup finally died on me. So I'm stuck with this phone unfortunately
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But again, what's wrong with it?..
cultofluna said:
But again, what's wrong with it?..
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Well, for one I'm missing a few bands compared to the IN2023 version. That's the most important thing to me. Two, I honestly feel like the 5g is not as strong due to me missing those bands.
Hey, just to give my 2 cents about ordering this phone from China....
Just did it and went for the 12/256 Ultramarine Oneplus 8 Pro at the end of April for about $930 USD, shipping included, on AliExpress.
Took a LONG time to arrive to me (6 weeks!) BUT... Phone is perfect, no defect, screen is gorgeous and nothing wrong with it, even though it is probably a "first batch" unit. Got a Chinese IN2020 unit flashed by seller with Global ROM (came with 10.5.3 or 10.5.4 ROM out of the box), had a pre-applied (plastic) screen protector that will allow me to wait a few more days/weeks to get my UV 3D glass screen protectors for a better protection and better light transmittance. Unit looked new, with all the packaging (even though it was flashed to Global ROM by seller, but still, they managed to make it look like it has never even been turned on, as the phone box itself was still fully wrapped/sealed with plastic).
Once turned on, immediately updated to 10.5.8 Global without any problem, unlocked bootloader, booted to latest TWRP, Rooted of course and applied my usual Magisk modules, as well as flashed a custom kernel (Omega, to be precise). Tweaked my unit to my desire, installed a Gcam to have more options regarding photography, and... well ,that's all, mate!
Nothing much to say, except I'm delighted by my purchase and by this phone for now! Coming from a Oneplus 5T with custom Android Q ROM, it is a BIG step ahead and definitely impressive piece of hardware. However, in terms of speed, can't say the difference is huge (sure, OP8 Pro is faster, but not by a 100X, not even a 2X factor when you use it normally).
If you have an opportunity to buy the Chinese version at a good price from AE or any other reseller, offering some warranty in case something goes wrong during transportation or with the unit itself of course, and if you are not able to get it from your local store (it was and still is not easily available in my country at a decent price right now), then go on and do it! Just remember, unless you go for DHL or other fast shipping carrier, you'll have to be patient.
Cheers!