About to buy a phone, help me decide

Struggling · 03-09-2018 8:01am #1

In an hour I'm going in to buy a phone. My Moto g5 I've had the last two years is on its last legs.

I'm leaning towards Samsung s8 PAYG all I need is a good camera and storage. 500ish is my budget give or take.

Any suggestions? Am I better going with the p20?

max life · 03-09-2018 8:03am

Struggling wrote: »

In an hour I'm going in to buy a phone. My Moto g5 I've had the last two years is on its last legs.

I'm leaning towards Samsung s8 PAYG all I need is a good camera and storage. 500ish is my budget give or take.

Any suggestions? Am I better going with the p20?

I would highly recommend the Oneplus phones.

Struggling · 03-09-2018 8:04am

max life wrote: »

I would highly recommend the Oneplus phones.

Can they be got in store? Haven't seen them

ianob7 · 03-09-2018 8:06am

Struggling wrote:

Can they be got in store? Haven't seen them

No, they can only be bought online

Struggling · 03-09-2018 8:11am

ianob7 wrote: »

No, they can only be bought online

How would the camera compare to the s8 or p20

Do I have some come back if I have an issue when buying online?

The high horse brigade · 03-09-2018 8:44am

Struggling wrote: »

How would the camera compare to the s8 or p20

Do I have some come back if I have an issue when buying online?

You have more rights buying something online than you have in a bricks and mortar shop. You do not get to hold and test the product therefore you have the right to change your mind and demand a full refund for no other reason than you changed your mind.

gmisk · 03-09-2018 8:48am

I would recommend a huawei, I have an Honor 9, cracking phone.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Honor-Camera-Charge-SIM-Free-Smartphone-Blue/dp/B072WNX6MY/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_tr_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=S3XA8Y2JW3PJFV83X8DN

Struggling · 03-09-2018 8:50am

The one plus 6 looks great looking at reviews. The speaker seems to be the only complaint can anyone confirm if this is actually that bad. I only use the speaker for Spotify etc

Struggling · 03-09-2018 8:51am

The high horse brigade wrote: »

You have more rights buying something online than you have in a bricks and mortar shop. You do not get to hold and test the product therefore you have the right to change your mind and demand a full refund for no other reason than you changed your mind.

Good point. The headphone jack is really selling the one plus 6 for me.

My concern is what if it break in 4 months. Do the have decent customer service?

Cina · 03-09-2018 9:18am

I wouldn't get a Galaxy S8. It's still a great phone but it's pointless getting a Samsung unless you get them when they're first out as they're notoriously poor at supporting long terms software and OS updates for their phones, and it's already an 18 month old phone now.

For €500 you won't beat a Oneplus 6. And stop worrying about it breaking after 4 months, you're well covered buying from them online.

burkey2k0 · 03-09-2018 9:27am

Cina wrote: »

I wouldn't get a Galaxy S8. It's still a great phone but it's pointless getting a Samsung unless you get them when they're first out as they're notoriously poor at supporting long terms software and OS updates for their phones, and it's already an 18 month old phone now.

For €500 you won't beat a Oneplus 6. And stop worrying about it breaking after 4 months, you're well covered buying from them online.

As an owner of every single Oneplus phone they've released, I can also highly recommend the Oneplus 6. You won't be disappointed. Definitely look at some YouTube reviews to be sure, but it's a brilliant phone. And extremely good value.

And if you want €20 off it, here's a discount link you can use

https://www.oneplus.com/ie/invite#QA46NAICUG1EP7

Struggling · 03-09-2018 9:33am

Having spent the last hour looking at reviews for the one plus 6 I'm going to order it ðŸ˜ the headphone jack sold it for me.

Question for those of you who have it.

Is the speaker decent?
Is the charger a normal USB charger? As I have loads lying around and it would be handy to not have to change.
Is the case it comes with sufficient?
Is it slippy? When I got my moto g5 first it was sliding all over the place until I got a case

Thanks

jacksie66 · 03-09-2018 9:38am

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The high horse brigade · 03-09-2018 9:38am

Struggling wrote: »

Good point. The headphone jack is really selling the one plus 6 for me.

My concern is what if it break in 4 months. Do the have decent customer service?

I've had 2 OnePlus phones, currently have a OnePlus5. My wife has a OnePlus X too. Never had an issue or reason to contact their customer service.

The high horse brigade · 03-09-2018 9:42am

Struggling wrote: »

Having spent the last hour looking at reviews for the one plus 6 I'm going to order it ðŸ˜ the headphone jack sold it for me.

Question for those of you who have it.

Is the speaker decent?
Is the charger a normal USB charger? As I have loads lying around and it would be handy to not have to change.
Is the case it comes with sufficient?
Is it slippy? When I got my moto g5 first it was sliding all over the place until I got a case

Thanks

It has dash charge and has usb c. A normal charger will work but lots slower than dash. Usb c is the new connection, you can buy usb c cables to replace the micro usb on existing chargers if they have plug in usb

https://m.androidcentral.com/dash-charge
[3 Pack] Anker PowerLine USB C to USB 3.0 Cable (3ft) with 56k Ohm Pull-up Resistor for USB Type-C Devices Including Galaxy S8, S8+, S9, MacBook, Sony XZ, LG V20 G5 G6, HTC 10, Xiaomi 5 and More https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01HF0YGCK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_gjqJBb7RJBRZE

Struggling · 03-09-2018 9:42am

jacksie66 wrote: »

Would you consider a Nokia 7 plus? Cracking phone for about 320 quid. And no notch..

Why does everyone hate the notch, I like it

burkey2k0 · 03-09-2018 9:42am

Struggling wrote: »

Having spent the last hour looking at reviews for the one plus 6 I'm going to order it ðŸ˜ the headphone jack sold it for me.

Question for those of you who have it.

Is the speaker decent?
Is the charger a normal USB charger? As I have loads lying around and it would be handy to not have to change.
Is the case it comes with sufficient?
Is it slippy? When I got my moto g5 first it was sliding all over the place until I got a case

Thanks

Is the speaker decent? It's okay, but there are better out there. They're not stereo speakers.

Is the charger a normal USB charger? No, USB-C. All new phones are this now anyway so you'll have to bite the bullet sooner or later. You can get adapters like this that are handy https://goo.gl/images/A2QViU

Is the case it comes with sufficient? Yes, a clear silicon one

Is it slippy? Without the case, possibly yes. I always have a case. Using the Karbon one now. It's very good.

Struggling · 03-09-2018 9:43am

Also, if anyone can confirm

I assume the one plus 6 is unlocked? I'm Vodafone will I simply be able to invert my aim and be on my way? (Sorry I'm not very techie)

matc66 · 03-09-2018 9:44am

Struggling wrote: »

Having spent the last hour looking at reviews for the one plus 6 I'm going to order it ðŸ˜ the headphone jack sold it for me.

Question for those of you who have it.

Is the speaker decent?
Is the charger a normal USB charger? As I have loads lying around and it would be handy to not have to change.
Is the case it comes with sufficient?
Is it slippy? When I got my moto g5 first it was sliding all over the place until I got a case

Thanks

I've no idea whether it's a decent speaker, I presume all phone speakers are terrible.
It's got a USB C charger/port, I guess you're talking about the microUSB chargers.
It comes with a screen protector but that's it. Cases are extra, I have the flip case which I really like.
It's slippy but not when it's in the case!

The high horse brigade · 03-09-2018 9:44am

Struggling wrote: »

Also, if anyone can confirm

I assume the one plus 6 is unlocked? I'm Vodafone will I simply be able to invert my aim and be on my way? (Sorry I'm not very techie)

Yes it's unlocked. It's also dual SIM

burkey2k0 · 03-09-2018 9:46am

Struggling wrote: »

Also, if anyone can confirm

I assume the one plus 6 is unlocked? I'm Vodafone will I simply be able to invert my aim and be on my way? (Sorry I'm not very techie)

Completely unlocked.

And also, above someone said it only comes with a screen protector. Oneplus since at the very least Oneplus 5 have included a clear silicon case in the box, as well as an already applied screen protector.

Struggling · 03-09-2018 9:46am

burkey2k0 wrote: »

Is the speaker decent? It's okay, but there are better out there. They're not stereo speakers.

Is the charger a normal USB charger? No, USB-C. All new phones are this now anyway so you'll have to bite the bullet sooner or later. You can get adapters like this that are handy https://goo.gl/images/A2QViU

Is the case it comes with sufficient? Yes, a clear silicon one

Is it slippy? Without the case, possibly yes. I always have a case. Using the Karbon one now. It's very good.

Thanks very much. I'm old school and hate when chargers change I've only just built up a decent about of old chargers but I gotta move with the times I guess ðŸ˜

I only use the speakers for Spotify which I mostly use headphones or Bluetooth in my car so guess it won't make a difference to me

Struggling · 03-09-2018 10:07am

The big decision now mirror black or silk white...

Struggling · 03-09-2018 10:14am

Sorry for all the questions.... Doesn't look like it comes with the case and screen protector anymore????

The high horse brigade · 03-09-2018 10:27am

Struggling wrote: »

Sorry for all the questions.... Doesn't look like it comes with the case and screen protector anymore????

The screen protector will be fitted and the case will be included in the main box

max life · 03-09-2018 10:29am

Struggling wrote: »

Sorry for all the questions.... Doesn't look like it comes with the case and screen protector anymore????

Not sure about the oneplus 6 but I got the 5t earlier this year and there was a screen protector already applied and a clear silicone case included

maconof · 03-09-2018 10:32am

Struggling wrote: »

Sorry for all the questions.... Doesn't look like it comes with the case and screen protector anymore????

Mine arrived last week. Came with a clear silicone case and a screen protector already fitted.

Speaker is ok, don't notice a difference between this speaker and my old iPhone 6S.

Dash charge is excellent. Got the car dash charger with the phone & charge on my commute, don't charge my phone overnight anymore (0 to c. 60-70% in c. 30 mins). The mains plug with the dash charge is the same.

Love the build quality and OS. Camera is great quality so far. Delighted I switched back to Android and couldn't recommend it enough.

Struggling · 03-09-2018 12:53pm

One plus 6 ordered now. I hope it's not too big for my little hands!!!

q85dw7osi4lebg · 03-09-2018 1:17pm

+1 for Nokia 7 Plus

corks finest · 03-09-2018 4:29pm

jacksie66 wrote: »

Would you consider a Nokia 7 plus? Cracking phone for about 320 quid. And no notch..

Agree

L'prof · 03-09-2018 4:51pm

P20 Pro

Struggling · 03-09-2018 4:52pm

corks finest wrote: »

Agree

You've confused me now I'm looking at Nokia 7 reviews even though I've ordered the one plus ðŸ™„

Struggling · 03-09-2018 4:52pm

L'prof wrote: »

P20 Pro

Too expensive

burkey2k0 · 04-09-2018 10:07am

Struggling wrote: »

You've confused me now I'm looking at Nokia 7 reviews even though I've ordered the one plus &#55357;&#56900;

All the reviews I've seen say the Oneplus 6 is better. You won't be disappointed.

Struggling · 05-09-2018 9:33am

She came, she's a beauty!!!!!! Now just need to wait all day in work to go home and play with it

About to buy a phone, help me decide

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