Chinese Android Phones

Thargor wrote: »

Just flash a new rom to it, that sorts software problems 99% of the time, obviously if your problems are related to a dodgy bit of hardware it probably wont do anything and then ship it back, go into a Post Office and ask for the cheapest option with a tracking number.

Cheers. Never flashed a new rom onto anything so just wary of it especially as they've asked for it back again. probably just put the official rom onto it from that list?

Thargor wrote: »

They wont care, just say thats how you got it. Try something besides the official rom as thats probably whats on it already, pick one with good reviews.

Cheers. Yeah it probably is what's on it because it did an official wireless update the day after I got it. If that's the problem I won't be doing that again in a hurry!!

I'll have a look now! Been checking online and nobody else seems to be having this problem!

Thargor wrote: »

Just flash a new rom to it, that sorts software problems 99% of the time, obviously if your problems are related to a dodgy bit of hardware it probably wont do anything and then ship it back, go into a Post Office and ask for the cheapest option with a tracking number.

From reading up on this flashing I seem to have picked up that the phone needs to be connected to the computer to do this. But when I connect mine u it doesn't react at all. And my SD Card says damaged the whole time as well and won't work...

Anyone help?

pauleoin wrote: »

Hi mcg1987,

have this phone as well but fortunately without any problems, have you tried formatting the SD card in a pc and then seeing if it will work?, also as Thagor says a factory reset would be worth trying before you return it, there is also a red reset button to the left of the sd card slot which afaik can be used to disconnect the battery temporarily best to google this for more definite information.

No haven't got to try to format the card yet. Don't have the adapter with me at work but I must try it aye!

Just pressed the reset button there now so we'll see wat happens. Screen just flashing on and off from white THL screen at the minute

Thargor wrote: »

Dont buy a new card if its still doing it with no card in it after a reset its obviously not the SD cards fault... If the new Rom doesnt sort it send it back, if you've already told them you're dicking around with roms in an email then you should just stop and send it back for a refund.

No I didn't tell them anything I just asked would it be better to install a new one or was it to do with the update I got on Saturday?

the reset button just turned it off, screen flashed on and off, then I had to turn it on myself again. Didn't reset anything all apps etc still on it!

Do you have another usb cable to try incase it's a cable issue?

So much hassle you have the patience of a saint!

Thargor wrote: »

If you tried everything suggested on the previous page then its time to flash a new rom, obviously the USB port works if it charges.

yeah I'm going to try that this evening when I get home from work. Need to get an SD card first though as well to do it.

Iseedeadpixels wrote: »

What was the aliexpress sellers rating like?

Feedback score 7058. 98.1% positive feedback

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/THL-5000-Mobile-Phone-MTK6592-Octa-Core-Android4-4-2-5-0-1080P-IPS-Coning-Gorilla/1991026926.html

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/feedback-score/902246.html

BobbyPropane wrote: »

The camera was a big selling point for me and from the pics and videos I have taken I can say it is really good, on par if not better than the iphone 4s camera.

Miui is a pleasantly nice design, my only problem with it is that some app icons (Mainly obscure enough ones e.g. Donedeal) have a sickly green background, but thats not a major problem and only applies to certain apps.

In terms of performance it is really snappy, I tested browsing and installed a number of apps. Everything went really smoothly. I also tested a few mid range games and they also ran without any problems.

The biggest issue with the phone is the hardware. It looks really bland which is expected for a Chinese phone and the screen isn't Gorilla glass so touch gestures and swiping aren't as slick but once again this isn't that big a deal. The back cover is also annoying to remove and the sd slot is finicky. It has a lever type cover which when I pulled up became loose and started rattling but I managed to find a solution.

The only issues with the software are the stock miui apps. There are a few of these and only one or two are useful (Security and anti virus) but some require Xiaomi accounts and the likes so I just threw them all into one folder because they can't be installed.

Overall though I got what I wanted which was a Moto G type phone with a good camera and sd slot for cheaper than an actual Moto G.

If you want to ask me anymore specific questions on the phone go ahead.

Similar thoughts from me and my Redmi 1S although I thin the exterior is rather classy looking. Doesn't stand out all that much and I'd prefer a rubberised rear cover for better grip of the phone in one hand but these are small issues.

I didn't like MIUI and while Cyanogenmod is being developed for it, unofficially, I decided to see if I could find a way to make it "look" more like stock Android. I found Nova Launcher and loaded that on as the default launcher and that makes it look really slick. Google Now launcher is also available.

Hardware is good and makes using it easy and not frustrating as there is enough RAM and processor speed for anything you need. I don't use it for gaming so not sure of that but I hgave never had it jam up on me with several apps open and the web browser and whatnot all open with music playing too. Anything the Moto G can do, this can do, although it lacks 4g.

One issue is that it can become hot near the camera at the rear as the processor gets to work...this happens when it is under heavy load. No big deal and it cools when you shut down some apps after use. It does not affect performance and won't burn your hands! Also the battery can take a long time to charge but this depends on the charger used it seems...some of my chargers are quicker than others. The last small thing is that the touch buttons at the bottom (home, back, menu) do no light up which is strange but this is the design of the phone. As you use it you become used to where they are and it ceases to be an issue.

Screen is very sharp, coming from an Acer Liquid Glow this looks like 4k TV to me! Sound is good and it has a cool thing to customise the sound for your headphones (apparently Xiaomi make some high-end earphones) like an equaliser but not...

Great value for money phone really.