I have about 250 dollars right now so I can buy either the Redmi Note 7 or the Mi 8 Lite, what do you guys suggest I purchase?
I'm looking to install twrp on the device and flash a custom firmware
Well, both phones are great quality. The Redmi Note 7 has a bigger battery but the Mi 8 Lite feels more premium to the hand (at least that's what I've heard).
Anyway, If you want to install a Custom ROM and don't want to wait for them to be developed, buy the Mi 8 Lite, the forums have a bigger base and more variety of ROMs. If you don't mind waiting, the Redmi Note 7 is totally a good choice.
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Well, both phones are great quality. The Redmi Note 7 has a bigger battery but the Mi 8 Lite feels more premium to the hand (at least that's what I've heard).
Anyway, If you want to install a Custom ROM and don't want to wait for them to be developed, buy the Mi 8 Lite, the forums have a bigger base and more variety of ROMs. If you don't mind waiting, the Redmi Note 7 is totally a good choice.
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I agree. I have the RN7 it's a great phone but if u want roms all u can choose from for now is Xiaomi.EU CN and global MIUI roms. Hopefully this changes in the future but the battery life is phenomenal. Trust me on that. Also it seemed to have better signal in the US than my Samsung S9+ I think its cos the software shows u LTE instead of 4G but I dunno, it works that's all that matters
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I agree. I have the RN7 it's a great phone but if u want roms all u can choose from for now is Xiaomi.EU CN and global MIUI roms. Hopefully this changes in the future but the battery life is phenomenal. Trust me on that. Also it seemed to have better signal in the US than my Samsung S9+ I think its cos the software shows u LTE instead of 4G but I dunno, it works that's all that matters
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Oh you're using the RN7 in the USA?
I live there too and I was reluctant to purchase this phone because it doesn't have bands 2, 4 or 12 that T-Mobile uses.
What carrier are you using and do you remember what website you purchased the phone off of?
Thanks a lot!
Sweggyp said:
Oh you're using the RN7 in the USA?
I live there too and I was reluctant to purchase this phone because it doesn't have bands 2, 4 or 12 that T-Mobile uses.
What carrier are you using and do you remember what website you purchased the phone off of?
Thanks a lot!
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Got it off aliexpress. Mi store. I use Cricket on it so I'm throttled to 3MBs. It worked easily and happily. Honestly for tmobile, I would advise against it except u want to stick to H+ AWS
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Has anyone here actually ever owned a device made by Huawei? I'm concerned about the quality of the radio strength. I know some companies are known for having great radios, I've just never heard anything about Huawei's radios. Thanks for any info.
I can't speak for LTE, since my Ascend mate 7 is the 32gb version that doesn't have the bands that support LTE in the U.S.A, but strength for HSPA and HSPA+ have always been spot on. I've got absolutely no complaints in regards to signal strength with it. My only concern being lack of Band 12 support since the 6P apparently has not been certified to use it.
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I can't speak for LTE, since my Ascend mate 7 is the 32gb version that doesn't have the bands that support LTE in the U.S.A, but strength for HSPA and HSPA+ have always been spot on. I've got absolutely no complaints in regards to signal strength with it. My only concern being lack of Band 12 support since the 6P apparently has not been certified to use it.
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Thanks for the reply, it's reassuring! Google has stated its working hard with T-Mobile to have Band 12 on launch.
Semantics said:
Thanks for the reply, it's reassuring! Google has stated its working hard with T-Mobile to have Band 12 on launch.
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No problem! I'm actually updating my AM7 to Android 5.1.1 now (they released it today.. after skipping 5.0 - 5.1 entirely) to use until I get my 6P. Hoping to get some decent money on my G4 haha.
One thing to keep in mind is the fact that Huawei physically build a damned good phone. That's one thing I'm really looking forward to! Despite the stereotype surrounding Chinese made products, Huawei have made extremely well built phones.
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No problem! I'm actually updating my AM7 to Android 5.1.1 now (they released it today.. after skipping 5.0 - 5.1 entirely) to use until I get my 6P. Hoping to get some decent money on my G4 haha.
One thing to keep in mind is the fact that Huawei physically build a damned good phone. That's one thing I'm really looking forward to! Despite the stereotype surrounding Chinese made products, Huawei have made extremely well built phones.
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Yeah, everything I've read says they make a premium built phone, just didn't want to get stuck with a crappy radio like my N4 and N5 had.
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Yeah, everything I've read says they make a premium built phone, just didn't want to get stuck with a crappy radio like my N4 and N5 had.
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Wish I had a definite answer for your question but I'd like to think Google would mandate that the Nexus line have good radios now especially since they have a cell service of their own. What better way to make that service look good than to have your own phones consistently have good service on Project Fi
I have an ascend mate 2 and the 3g and lte have great strength.... No complaints.
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http://www.androidauthority.com/best-4g-galaxy-s6-v-huawei-p8-v-lg-g4-612827/
The Huawei P8 had the best signal vs the LG G4 and Galaxy S6 on their test. Very impressive.
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http://www.androidauthority.com/best-4g-galaxy-s6-v-huawei-p8-v-lg-g4-612827/
The Huawei P8 had the best signal vs the LG G4 and Galaxy S6 on their test. Very impressive.
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The Nexus 6P does not have the application to listen to FM Radio.
I can (after doing the Root) use some application for FM Radio, such as FM Spirit?
Thank you.
Looking at this as a decent replacement for a bricked 5x . Will the U.S. version work in Western Europe, specifically France?
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Looking at this as a decent replacement for a bricked 5x . Will the U.S. version work in Western Europe, specifically France?
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Why not just buy a G version? Do you need it to work in the US and France? Or just France?
I was running a Huawei Mate 7 myself and had a work 5X. Got sick of having two phones so got the Axon 7. The 5X was a disappointing phone to me. Just did not have the quality. Not enough RAM or storage, rubbish screen, plastic build making it feel really cheap. The Axon 7 replaced both phones beautifully and is better in every single way.
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Why not just buy a G version? Do you need it to work in the US and France? Or just France?
I was running a Huawei Mate 7 myself and had a work 5X. Got sick of having two phones so got the Axon 7. The 5X was a disappointing phone to me. Just did not have the quality. Not enough RAM or storage, rubbish screen, plastic build making it feel really cheap. The Axon 7 replaced both phones beautifully and is better in every single way.
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Really just for the U.S. but will be traveling to France next year. My Nexus 5 worked well for me in Italy a few years ago too.
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You should check the bands you need in the countries you would visit versus the bands available between the U and G versions of the Axon 7.
Why does the US insist on being so different to the rest of the world........
Normally US phones have very restricted bands support but because the Axon 7 is designed as a unlocked phone ZTE was really generous with the bands compatibility of the A2017U and I never had any problems living in Europe with it and always on 4g :good:
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Normally US phones have very restricted bands support but because the Axon 7 is designed as a unlocked phone ZTE was really generous with the bands compatibility of the A2017U and I never had any problems living in Europe with it and always on 4g :good:
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Thanks -- that's what I assumed. I'll just be using it in case of emergency and a bit of data (nice to have maps!). My other phones have always been compatible at some level for that sort of purpose.
As far as do you guys think it will have a decent rom and kernel development section? Because the only reason I would buy a international version is for the custom Tom and kernels and mods. Thanks In advance!!!
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yes - there is already some development in the S10 threads for compatible mods for our phone ...as twrp is updated and installation simplified, there will be even more development.
I have the international version and find that I have been getting software/firmware updates much sooner than they come through the US carriers.
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I have the international version and find that I have been getting software/firmware updates much sooner than they come through the US carriers.
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Are you located in the US are you in the international foreign country? And how much did you pay for your S10 plus out of curiosity because I found one on eBay for 830 bucks is that a good deal or not? Thanks in advance take care!!!
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Are you located in the US are you in the international foreign country? And how much did you pay for your S10 plus out of curiosity because I found one on eBay for 830 bucks is that a good deal or not? Thanks in advance take care!!!
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If you are in the u.s. what US carrier are you using with your International S10 plus device thank you take care
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I got the G9750 because I didnt want the Exynos - Exynos is the only option in Australia. TBH I love the SD855 version. Its awesomly quick and battery life thats brilliant. I don't think you would get this version of the phone if you want to mod.
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If you are in the u.s. what US carrier are you using with your International S10 plus device thank you take care
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I am based in the USA, using the international S10+ on T-Mobile. I bought it from Clove Technology in the UK (very good service). It was for the same price as the USA model at the time (pre-order time-frame). My phone was delivered in NY the same day the phone was publicly released in the USA.
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I am based in the USA, using the international S10+ on T-Mobile. I bought it from Clove Technology in the UK (very good service). It was for the same price as the USA model at the time (pre-order time-frame). My phone was delivered in NY the same day the phone was publicly released in the USA.
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Alright thanks for your response.I'm on T-Mobile as well. What kind of download speeds do you get on a speed test out of curiosity using the international model on T-Mobile network I'm just curious thanks in advance for your reply take care my friend.
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I'm not really up on the specifics, but from what I understand the international version lacks some of the LTE bands used by some carriers in North America. Also, some carriers apparently disallow volte and wifi calling under certain circumstances for foreign esn's.
Worth exploring further if you're buying from overseas and those kinds of things matter to you.
Yes, it's worth it. Rooting makes the phone better. You get better audio with viper4android, custom roms and customization. You get more control of your $1k phone
Using att on my s10+ exynos. Lightning speed here in Beantown
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Yes, it's worth it. Rooting makes the phone better. You get better audio with viper4android, custom roms and customization. You get more control of your $1k phone
Using att on my s10+ exynos. Lightning speed here in Beantown
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Could you use Google Pay on a rooted phone?
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Could you use Google Pay on a rooted phone?
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Not sure if it depends on the phone, but I'm using Google Pay and Samsung Pay (through my Samsung watch) on my rooted Pixel 3Xl. I'm able to do this by hiding root in Magisk.
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Alright thanks for your response.I'm on T-Mobile as well. What kind of download speeds do you get on a speed test out of curiosity using the international model on T-Mobile network I'm just curious thanks in advance for your reply take care my friend.
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This depends on your coverage. I did do a side by side test with a T-Mobile 6t, and my international S10. We were getting similar speeds side by side.
The fastest I've gotten is 110 Mbps. Which is similar to the LTE on my previous devices. Even with CA on a 6t, you get the same or similar speeds. The only difference right now for me, was my service on a call while driving. I had a little connectivity issue while on a call recently ( just breaking up here and there).
Also, it may depend on your CSC if you have Carrier Aggregation for certain bands enabled. My XSA does not.
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cheetah2k said:
I got the G9750 because I didnt want the Exynos - Exynos is the only option in Australia. TBH I love the SD855 version. Its awesomly quick and battery life thats brilliant. I don't think you would get this version of the phone if you want to mod.
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Exynos says other wise, much faster single core speeds and i get 8-9 hours sot... qualcomm like to reallllyy sell there products so they do theyre best to bull**** to the people its been proven same as the kirin 980 cheats look it up.. exynos is the true performer
But why
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As far as do you guys think it will have a decent rom and kernel development section? Because the only reason I would buy a international version is for the custom Tom and kernels and mods. Thanks In advance!!!
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Why would you spend 1000 dollers on a phone just to install a custom rom like linage lol why not buy a oneplus 6 and mod that
kevinireland11 said:
Why would you spend 1000 dollers on a phone just to install a custom rom like linage lol why not buy a oneplus 6 and mod that
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Maybe because the OnePlus 6 does not have the same specs???
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I dont need it. Im all about paying in cash
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Exynos says other wise, much faster single core speeds and i get 8-9 hours sot... qualcomm like to reallllyy sell there products so they do theyre best to bull**** to the people its been proven same as the kirin 980 cheats look it up.. exynos is the true performer
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If #benchmarklife is your thing, then each to their own, thats cool. I like to game and the Exynos game lag experience is real. Plus the Qualcomm 4G/wifi modems are the best in industry.
I also disagree on battery life, I've done a side by side comparisson with the Exynos and SD855 - using them the way I use a phone and my SOT was around 6hrs for the SD855 and under 5 for the Exynos. I would love to see your battery stats getting 8-9 hrs SOT, because, cough, it seems, cough, a little bull**** to be honest.. :laugh:
Here's a good comparison between the 2 handsets, I fail to see how the Exynos is better than the SD855 S10+. But thats ok. Im sure your own benchmarks show a different story :good:
https://www.anandtech.com/show/14072/the-samsung-galaxy-s10plus-review
For me, ultimately, the biggest issue with Exynos in Australia is that wait for carrier firmware releases.. And I'm glad I don't have that wait. The G9750 seems to be around 1.5 months ahead of the carrier releases here for the Exynos.
Ultimately the S10+ whether Exynos or SD855 is an awesome handset. Samsung did real good :good::good:
Ok nps
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If #benchmarklife is your thing, then each to their own, thats cool. I like to game and the Exynos game lag experience is real. Plus the Qualcomm 4G/wifi modems are the best in industry.
I also disagree on battery life, I've done a side by side comparisson with the Exynos and SD855 - using them the way I use a phone and my SOT was around 6hrs for the SD855 and under 5 for the Exynos. I would love to see your battery stats getting 8-9 hrs SOT, because, cough, it seems, cough, a little bull**** to be honest.. :laugh:
Here's a good comparison between the 2 handsets, I fail to see how the Exynos is better than the SD855 S10+. But thats ok. Im sure your own benchmarks show a different story :good:
https://www.anandtech.com/show/14072/the-samsung-galaxy-s10plus-review
For me, ultimately, the biggest issue with Exynos in Australia is that wait for carrier firmware releases.. And I'm glad I don't have that wait. The G9750 seems to be around 1.5 months ahead of the carrier releases here for the Exynos.
Ultimately the S10+ whether Exynos or SD855 is an awesome handset. Samsung did real good :good::good:
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Here you go smart ass enjoy your day
I have seen some discussion on converting the Pro McLaren to an international version, as it is supposed to allow updates to work after the device is rooted. Could some point at the procedure to do so, and is there any downside ?
you cannot do that atm because the interntional version does not support 5G so you could be losing ur 5G radio
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you cannot do that atm because the interntional version does not support 5G so you could be losing ur 5G radio
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Is that even possible? I'd be fine with losing 5g for the moment if I could convert it. I've not been able to find anyone even getting that far.
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Is that even possible? I'd be fine with losing 5g for the moment if I could convert it. I've not been able to find anyone even getting that far.
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Besides getting updates, what are the differences/benefits of the international version?
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Besides getting updates, what are the differences/benefits of the international version?
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to have Dual SIM capability, right now, t-mobile has restricted(software tm modified version) the mclaren hd1925 5G version only for one sim
I have a duel sim S9+, and never used it, so wouldn't want to mess with the phone for just that, but maybe to get updates.
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Besides getting updates, what are the differences/benefits of the international version?
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You would get updates directly from OnePlus instead of T-Mobile and you can flash ROMs as well as joining the open beta programs from OP. And ofc, dual sim support.
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You would get updates directly from OnePlus instead of T-Mobile and you can flash ROMs as well as joining the open beta programs from OP. And ofc, dual sim support.
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Sounds interesting but is there an international for 7 pro 5G ??
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Sounds interesting but is there an international for 7 pro 5G
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There is not. Honestly, this used to be a big factor for me buying OnePlus phones. These days, buying a 5G model makes more sense than having dual SIM. Custom roms may also fill in the void at some point, but this is obviously something we have to wait for. The good news: unlike the Sprint OnePlus 7 pro 5G, we can unlock the bootloader on this device and cut a lot of time in the process of making custom roms for our device.
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There is not. Honestly, this used to be a big factor for me buying OnePlus phones. These days, buying a 5G model makes more sense than having dual SIM. Custom roms may also fill in the void at some point, but this is obviously something we have to wait for. The good news: unlike the Sprint OnePlus 7 pro 5G, we can unlock the bootloader on this device and cut a lot of time in the process of making custom roms for our device.
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The spring oneplus 7 pro 5g can be unlocked if you convert to the international 5g OnePlus 7 pro
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The spring oneplus 7 pro 5g can be unlocked if you convert to the international 5g OnePlus 7 pro
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Well now, yes. But it took a long time to get there and wasn't mandated by Sprint nor OnePlus from what I gather.
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Is that even possible? I'd be fine with losing 5g for the moment if I could convert it. I've not been able to find anyone even getting that far.
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Did you convert your phone to international version? I am also fine losing 5G capability
I'm looking at this phone on eBay & would like to know if anyone knows if this phone has wifi calling capability?
Also, is this a single or dual sim phone?
On Lineage 20 I have WiFi calling and VoLTE
Also it's 2 SIMs
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I'm looking at this phone on eBay & would like to know if anyone knows if this phone has wifi calling capability?
Also, is this a single or dual sim phone?
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Always look for the specs on GSMArena:
Xiaomi Mi 9T - Full phone specifications
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As it says, it is dual SIM
And yes, I had Mi 9T and used the phone with two SIMs.
I remember that Wifi calling was in the menu but I never used it (did not have subscription for)
Btw, WiFi calling is part of the ROM. If you go for a custom ROM, it may not be supported there
Also, make sure you're really thinking about Mi 9T aka Redmi K20.
Do not mistaken with Redmi 9T that is a totally different phone (newer, bigger, different shape, different hardware, etc).
In that case post your question to a different subforum on XDA and find a different specs for that phone on GSMArena.
You can also compare the specs (with pictures) for two two or three phones on GSMArena
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Always look for the specs on GSMArena:
Xiaomi Mi 9T - Full phone specifications
www.gsmarena.com
As it says, it is dual SIM
And yes, I had Mi 9T and used the phone with two SIMs.
I remember that Wifi calling was in the menu but I never used it (did not have subscription for)
Btw, WiFi calling is part of the ROM. If you go for a custom ROM, it may not be supported there
Also, make sure you're really thinking about Mi 9T aka Redmi K20.
Do not mistaken with Redmi 9T that is a totally different phone (newer, bigger, different shape, different hardware, etc).
In that case post your question to a different subforum on XDA and find a different specs for that phone on GSMArena.
You can also compare the specs (with pictures) for two two or three phones on GSMArena
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I was there & yes GSMArena said dual sim, but I was seeing conflicting info elsewhere---so I asked people that would know.
Thank You for the WiFi Calling info...I really need it where I live.
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On Lineage 20 I have WiFi calling and VoLTE
Also it's 2 SIMs
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Perfect!!!! I do like using Lineage--have used it on several phones in the past.
OK...I now see that I was posting in the wrong forum.... came from HTC then LG phones & now I see that there is a number of phones with "almost" the same naming.....I now have the correct forum bookmarked.
Thank You all for your time.