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Is this phone worth getting ?

I'm interested in this phone but I'm not sure if I should get it. Currently I have a s6 edge plus on tmobile and read that this phone supports the band's if I get the global version

xdamember143 said:
I'm interested in this phone but I'm not sure if I should get it. Currently I have a s6 edge plus on tmobile and read that this phone supports the band's if I get the global version
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I truly need Dual SIM for lot of international travel..this is one of the few or only phone that supports 4G/3G dual sim standby. I have heard on T-Mobile even VoLTE works (I am on ATT, don't ask if not for their coverage i would have switched)..but the only band missing is 66 which T-Mobile is planning to roll out, but it would be ages for that to be widely deployed, and by that time you can get Mi Note 3 ..

Hi,
As far as I am concerned, I would stay away from this phone
It's really nice... on paper !
But real life looks quite different.
First, despite having cloase specs to the Xiaomi mi5s Plus, I could compare them both side by side : in EVERY aspect, the mi Note 2 is beaten by it's Xiaomi sibbling.
Second, the display is simply a catastrophy... unless you really like blueish displays and ****ty view angles. It's AMOLED. The Xiaomi mi5s Plus which has IPS doesn't suffer from that.
Third, the GPS is lazy, always showing you 10 meters behind where you really are. Here again, the mi5s Plus is much more accurate !
It might be that I have got a defective device. But at least about the display, I had the exact same symptoms on the OP3 I got the very first day it was released
SO I guess : AMOLED might offer really random performance
Regards

My husband bought us mi note 2's. We have owned them for 4 months. I personally have no plans on buying another u.s. marketed cell phone. I highly recommend the mi note 2. I have the 128GB storage phone.

NexusPenguin said:
Hi,
As far as I am concerned, I would stay away from this phone
It's really nice... on paper !
But real life looks quite different.
First, despite having cloase specs to the Xiaomi mi5s Plus, I could compare them both side by side : in EVERY aspect, the mi Note 2 is beaten by it's Xiaomi sibbling.
Second, the display is simply a catastrophy... unless you really like blueish displays and ****ty view angles. It's AMOLED. The Xiaomi mi5s Plus which has IPS doesn't suffer from that.
Third, the GPS is lazy, always showing you 10 meters behind where you really are. Here again, the mi5s Plus is much more accurate !
It might be that I have got a defective device. But at least about the display, I had the exact same symptoms on the OP3 I got the very first day it was released
SO I guess : AMOLED might offer really random performance
Regards
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Just to give my experience so people seeing this don't immediately think this phone is awful... I've had mine (Global 6GB/128GB) for about a week and it's been great. Last phone was a Nexus 6P but I'm liking this much more. The display isn't as high resolution as the 6P but that is only really noticeable when reading small text. I don't have any issue with the display being "blueish" or poor viewing angles. GPS is also fine for me so I'm wondering if you did get a defective unit.

Get the phone you won't be disappointed. I have had the global edition for a couple of months and it poops on anything else .. Side by side with the Samsung S8 and this phone looks pretty much the same. It is not as fast as an S8, but then costs half as much, and it has loads more memory, dual SIMs, is still one of the fastest phones out there, and the display is plenty good enough. Maybe not the phone you should get if you find blowing ROMs exciting but if you want a phone that works really well out of the box this is it. The benchmarks appear to be better for the international edition so get that one, with 128gb. Remember that Xiaomi make more phones than Apple so you can bet it is going to be a solid product.
If the poster above actually owned the phone they would be competent enough to flip into the settings and adjust the screen settings to warm if they want a warmer looking screen. You can also set the screen to remove blue light at night if you want that sort of thing.
I am running dual SIMs with no issues internationally.. 4g is fast. The front end is Miui which is a bit quirky but has a bunch of good features built in.. And, having a 4000ma battery you can get a couple of days use out of the phone between charge on light use. The GPS is really good, helped by the fact that most of the phone is glass. So you get a fix real fast. Best phone I have ever owned for sat nav in a car. The GPS doesn't suck the battery dry either.
Camera is good, not brilliant but it's better than many Chinese phones. I am comparing to a DSLR which costs twice as much as the phone so probably a bit unfair! Double the resolution of the S8 phone...
This isn't a hacker phone.. It is a good phone that just works and has an interesting launcher with good features to help you control your privacy and battery use.. Usually the things you need to root your phone for.. With this phone you don't need to root to do that, and that is really handy. I do actually own this phone so feel free to ask questions
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I've had mine for going into three months now. I'm in the US using T-Mobile and I've had only one issue with it so far (I have a few issues taking calls on a wired headphones). Overall, really satisfied with it.

Is it still worth getting in 2017? Any problems now!

screen and camera mediocre.

I just got mine and going to start using it. Initial impressions, it's a BEAUTY. The black one is a SEXY monolith. Very minimal in curves and subtle in design. Nothing jazzy. The bad part - Only the screen/display. Yes the resolution is a little less. But honestly, you wouldn't even notice it. 6GIGs OF RAM DUDEE! What else do you need? And 128 is more than enough. For that price, you will usually compromise on something or the other with other phones, not this one.

I currently own an S6 Edge+ and the battery has degraded heavily so I am currently looking for a new phone and this one looks very promising, but will it get Android Oreo?

pooplicker271 said:
I currently own an S6 Edge+ and the battery has degraded heavily so I am currently looking for a new phone and this one looks very promising, but will it get Android Oreo?
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Of course it will. Any Custom Rom can do the trick.. Just save money ..
Mi Note 2 worths it !

I have a discount code for today for this device at 220 euros and I am really wondering if it's worth it. It's the 6/64gb version.

elialitem said:
I have a discount code for today for this device at 220 euros and I am really wondering if it's worth it. It's the 6/64gb version.
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I would say it is worth that price. In.my opinion , it beats every phone under 220 euros.

Where?
elialitem said:
I have a discount code for today for this device at 220 euros and I am really wondering if it's worth it. It's the 6/64gb version.
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where did you get that price?

piratak said:
where did you get that price?
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Gearbest. I can also get it for 217 euros. but after using my credits.
Without credits, you can get it for 230 euro

I just love that phone.

I have this phone for month now and it great, fast, stable, no heating, great battery life. After all I think its worth baying this phone.

I confirm I got this phone few days ago from Gearbest, paid it 213€ with shipment included. I will now request bootloader unlocking so I can add root. I am planning to keep stock MIUI, really hoping it's going to get MIUI 9 before christmas.

elialitem said:
I confirm I got this phone few days ago from Gearbest, paid it 213€ with shipment included. I will now request bootloader unlocking so I can add root. I am planning to keep stock MIUI, really hoping it's going to get MIUI 9 before christmas.
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Actually , it is . Mi Note 2 has already Miui 9 in nightly realease state for the global rom .

6 vs 6T for N6P user

Hello,
Think it is time for my N6P to retire. Curious what made you decide 6T over 6. Pros, cons. Any issues you encountered.
Thanks.

zymphad said:
Hello,
Think it is time for my N6P to retire. Curious what made you decide 6T over 6. Pros, cons. Any issues you encountered.
Thanks.
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I just upgraded from the N6P to the 6T. I chose the 6T because because of the smaller notch and the in display fingerprint sensor. I am very happy with the 6T. The only issue I have is that I was cheap and didn't spent the money to get a midnight black variant. The mirror black is slick and a fingerprint magnet. That being said I usually have a minimal case on anyway.

If you don't care about the in display fingerprint sensor or the smaller notch no downside to the OP6

I had a N6P ,then upgraded to an essential phone
I have now upragded that to a 6T.Its fantastic
Sent from my OnePlus6T using XDA Labs

I think the battery is what is going to swing my vote. Once a decent AOSP based rom is ported to 6T i think I will order one.
Thanks for the replies.

zymphad said:
I think the battery is what is going to swing my vote. Once a decent AOSP based rom is ported to 6T i think I will order one.
Thanks for the replies.
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I was just gonna say, how is no one mentioning the battery, the 6t lasts forever. Notch is actually nice looking. It's 2018, who cares about 3.5 jack

cwalker0906 said:
I was just gonna say, how is no one mentioning the battery, the 6t lasts forever. Notch is actually nice looking. It's 2018, who cares about 3.5 jack
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I agree. The battery in this thing has been nothing short of fantastic. This thing lasts the entire day for me if not more.
3.5mm headphone jack is overrated.

Buy OnePlus 3T or 6T for same price?

Okay, this may sound crazy to some, but I absolutely LOVE the dedicated fingerprint-reader and the non-screen back/menu-buttons on the 3T, so I'm considering it over the 6t for those reasons.
I'm in Thailand now where I can get the 6T for THB 15 000 which is almost exactly the same price I can order a new OnePlus 3T with shipping to Sweden on Amazon.
Also, I really don't like the extra tap/lift/whatever I need to do to wake the screen on the 6T before activating its fingerprint sensor. And I obviously don't like its lacking hardware back/menu-buttons.
So, what is your input? Can you help me decide one way or the other?

white-k said:
Okay, this may sound crazy to some, but I absolutely LOVE the dedicated fingerprint-reader and the non-screen back/menu-buttons on the 3T, so I'm considering it over the 6t for those reasons.
I'm in Thailand now where I can get the 6T for THB 15 000 which is almost exactly the same price I can order a new OnePlus 3T with shipping to Sweden on Amazon.
Also, I really don't like the extra tap/lift/whatever I need to do to wake the screen on the 6T before activating its fingerprint sensor. And I obviously don't like its lacking hardware back/menu-buttons.
So, what is your input? Can you help me decide one way or the other?
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I would get neither of them at this point if those are you complaints. The 3T is probably fine but you'd be getting a 2016 device in 2019 in an industry where innovation is happening basically every month. Might want to look at another brand in your situation.

As much as I would prefer a phone with a dedicated fingerprint sensor and a headphone jack, I wouldn't buy a 3T at this point for that much money. That's way too much. Your going to get a phone that has sat around for a long time, so even though the battery hasn't been used, it's still aged. Support will still start to slowly die off. OP will be releasing the last software updates soon for it. I would at least search for something slightly newer like a 5T etc, doesn't have your non-screen buttons, but much newer phone with the benefits of a newer phone.
Really if it's going to be the same price you might as well get the latest model.

xgerryx said:
I would get neither of them at this point if those are you complaints. The 3T is probably fine but you'd be getting a 2016 device in 2019 in an industry where innovation is happening basically every month. Might want to look at another brand in your situation.
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Valid point there. What current phone is similar to the 3t when it comes to the buttons I love at the bottom of the 3t?
(By the way I just lost my OnePlus 3t, that's why I have to buy a new phone)

6T.
You will get used with software back, home.. I use op3, them all of them except 3T, up to 6T.

null0seven said:
I use op3, them all of them except 3T, up to 6T.
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I don't understand that sentence. Can you clarify?

I own op3 > 5 >5t >6>6T.

null0seven said:
I own op3 > 5 >5t >6>6T.
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Ah, got it

I just realized that the OnePlus 5 has a similar design to the 3t.
Are there any drawbacks of buying an Asian OnePlus 5 if I'm gonna use it in Sweden?

white-k said:
I just realized that the OnePlus 5 has a similar design to the 3t.
Are there any drawbacks of buying an Asian OnePlus 5 if I'm gonna use it in Sweden?
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Nope both are the same just Asian uses Hydrogen OS instead of OOS for International you can convert it to OOS easy enough

white-k said:
Valid point there. What current phone is similar to the 3t when it comes to the buttons I love at the bottom of the 3t?
(By the way I just lost my OnePlus 3t, that's why I have to buy a new phone)
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OnePlus 5 is going to be the most recent op device that's the most similar to the three 3/T. And definitely what you should get if you don't like on screen nav buttons because every opportunity device from the 5T and up all use software keys.

If you're into mobile photography you can go for 3T for its GCam support, which is 10 notches better than the GCam support of 6T. Near to stock feel in terms of smoothness and speed.

i had 3t, and was scared about fingerprint, but with facial recognizer and double tap to wake i use fingerprint not so often. Take 6t bro, u are crazy to take a 3t XD

I wouldn't get a 3T if you can get a 6T for the same price. I know you prefer the capacitive buttons but I think you'll get used to software buttons and enjoy your smartphone experience much more with the 6T!

How about the Samsung fold? It doesn't have anything you are looking for but the screen folds.

worldsoutro said:
How about the Samsung fold? It doesn't have anything you are looking for but the screen folds.
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Looks cool but seems crazy expensive
Any suggestions of other brands/models that are currently released?

white-k said:
Looks cool but seems crazy expensive [emoji14]
Any suggestions of other brands/models that are currently released?
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Mi 9 maybe? Hahaha
I prefer an op6t honestly
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white-k said:
I just realized that the OnePlus 5 has a similar design to the 3t.
Are there any drawbacks of buying an Asian OnePlus 5 if I'm gonna use it in Sweden?
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Also part of your initial post is incorrect information, on the 60 if you have lift to wake turned on all you have to do is move the phone and the fingerprint icon pops up so there is no need to push buttons or tap or swipe anything in order to activate the fingerprint reader

Swimguy14 said:
Also part of your initial post is incorrect information, on the 60 if you have lift to wake turned on all you have to do is move the phone and the fingerprint icon pops up so there is no need to push buttons or tap or swipe anything in order to activate the fingerprint reader
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Hmm, how does this work if I'm already moving around/walking with the phone?

white-k said:
Hmm, how does this work if I'm already moving around/walking with the phone?
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With the proximity sensor and pocket mode. As long as the sensor is blocked when you move, the screen won't turn on and the scanner won't pop-up.
This works even with the phone out of your pocket but close to your leg while you walk, I've done it a few times already.

worth it?

OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?

arknailed7754 said:
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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Best phone I've owned.
I like the fact that it is dual SIM and works on Verizon.

OnePlus 7 is right around the corner. I'd wait for that if I were you.

arknailed7754 said:
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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I just got this phone and it's the best phones I've had. I've only had all Galaxies but even with Ron's on my galaxy this phone is soooooo buttery smooth and very fast. It's basically everything I'd try to get my Samsung to be. This is a great choice but the OnePlus 7 is coming out soon so it's up to you.
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I've seen the standard op7 specs its not much different to be fair. Unless your going pro. Thanks for the responses. I'll get my op6t

Opinion
arknailed7754 said:
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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Okay, so, after going through many brands and various experiences these are my 2 cents on the 6T: :fingers-crossed:
Camera is very good, but there are better options if you're purely focusing on photography
The performance is absolutely magnificent. Dominates the charts.
The UI experience is one of the best. OxygenOS not only instigates a fully seamless and stock experience, it offers a wide range of personalization options and really helps the user experience.
It is a stable OS, updated consistently and unlikely to experience unprecedented hard resets and bootloops.
Connectivity is brilliant, apart from the Bluetooth. I have been having some trouble with the automatic connection to eg wireless headsets and the instance of remaining connected or switching between audio sources, also had some issues with connecting to other devices.
Screen is great, yet I feel they could've done better with the resolution, than just 1080p.
Other features like the notch and the fingerprint sensor are huge pluses and good conversation starters, as they not only make the device an actual beauty but are recent innovations.
The build quality is great. Sturdy, durable, slick.
Lack of a headphone jack is a bit asinine, but does not in anyway overweight the advantages. Would still like to see a jack on the upcoming 7.
Great price. Value for money.
The lack of a stereo speaker and poor placement not only makes it easier for one to cover it up accidentally but also makes for an okay audio experience, which is unsatisfactory by my standards.

I love my 6T, but would sell it in a minute and buy a 7, if the 7 brings back a notification LED.

I got the OP6T McLaren edition in January and it has been a fun device. I agree with everything others said above.
For lack of notification LED light, there are a few apps you can use that work very well. And for the lack of stereo speakers, there is a magisk module that turns the earpiece into a second speaker which works well. :good:

I bought one because it seemed like the best value locally. My wife bought at the same time one of those $1400 apple doo hicky things after playing with my phone for 37 minutes she made me return her fancy designed in California apple and buy her a one plus 6t.

Well I got it. Brilliant phone

Frankenscript said:
I love my 6T, but would sell it in a minute and buy a 7, if the 7 brings back a notification LED.
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Lol anything that has been removed during the span of 6 and 6T will not ever return. Led is going away in almost every smartphone coming out this year even Samsung removed it in the s10 and it's all to make more screen and OnePlus will follow that trend just like with the notch...... And they're definitely not bringing back headphone jack.... Both 7 and 7 pro are going to be using an optical in display demerit similar to the one used in the 6T... Maybe the pro will have something better since it's the pro though (ultrasonic?) Maybe but I don't think so.....

This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd

arknailed7754 said:
This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd
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Exactly. Everyone says to root it an get more, but in reality, unless you use a lot of magsik moduels then there is no reason to. Only thing g I did was turn my TMobile variant into an international one.

I only use root to block ads but there are solutions for that these days. Root is also use full to get rid of gapps.

fogame said:
Exactly. Everyone says to root it an get more, but in reality, unless you use a lot of magsik moduels then there is no reason to. Only thing g I did was turn my TMobile variant into an international one.
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I switched mine to international. Rooted with magisk to block ads, enable dual speaker, also used swift installer to completely black out everything so I conserve battery. Viper 4 android. Installed TWRP as well. I agree though I was very impressed with everything stock. I've always had Samsung phones and this was everything I'd try to get my Samsung to be.
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Weirdly I did root but literally for the kernel. I'll not be changing the ROM..probably ever on this. Oxygen is sweet

arknailed7754 said:
This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd
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Same here

OnePlus 8 Pro Screen Issues

How worth is it to buy the OP8P right now in the US ? I am concerned about the huge number of screen problems that are coming up for the device.
I do not change my devices frequently and in need of an upgrade from my current ~4 year old OP3. I need an unbiased opinion on this, can anyone help ?
Anyone from the US purchased this device recently? I do not want to go through the hassles of replacing the device and want to use the device for a long time.

I did from Amazon. No screen issues. battery life had me worried but it's actually descent coming from a pixel 2 xl.
Camera also had me worry... Hit and miss here. The HW is there but software isnt doing the best all the time.
Google cam app seems to be doing a bit better but you don't get the cool macro option. Nights cape does a pretty good job.
Main issue is contrasts being cranked all the way up and images a bit dark overall. Doesn't seem great with nature but works well for buildings and such with angular details
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May I ask, when did you buy it ? I'm just trying to figure out whether it was a problem with the earlier models

Got it a week or two ago when it just became available on the Amazon site.
256gb blue model.
On att
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cix18 said:
How worth is it to buy the OP8P right now in the US ? I am concerned about the huge number of screen problems that are coming up for the device.
I do not change my devices frequently and in need of an upgrade from my current ~4 year old OP3. I need an unbiased opinion on this, can anyone help ?
Anyone from the US purchased this device recently? I do not want to go through the hassles of replacing the device and want to use the device for a long time.
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Hello
I bought an européen version in2023 manufactured may 11th, no issue at all

Wondering what's everyone talking about screen issue? Just bought 8 pro 2 days ago.

gotojanoo said:
Wondering what's everyone talking about screen issue? Just bought 8 pro 2 days ago.
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Go-to YouTube and search for key word's " oneplus 8 pro screen issues ". You'll then be presented with indian customers being able to see a green tint when the brightness is turned down to zero in a pitch dark room. Hardly something that one does on a daily basis ,? .

Quite a few threads about this issue.
Personally no issues, early adopter too