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  • #8792
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,023 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    harpstilidie wrote: »
    Thought I'd post this in here as well.

    I ordered a Xiaomi Mi A1 and Note 4 on November 11th from Ali Express. Got a DHL tracking code but it hasn't changed from 'shipment information received' since Monday.

    Should I be worried?

    With DHL - shipment information received usually means the sender has just loaded the parcel into their webpage/software but it has yet to leave the depot.
    As Corkie says, give HKG a shout and they might get the push on it.


  • #8793
    Iseedeadpixels
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,192 ✭✭✭Iseedeadpixels


    How reliable are Banggood?


  • #8794
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,023 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    Iseedeadpixels wrote: »
    How reliable are Banggood?

    Have bought before from them without issues. Phones and smaller stuff.


  • #8795
    Digital Solitude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,397 ✭✭✭✭Digital Solitude


    Iseedeadpixels wrote: »
    How reliable are Banggood?

    Bought from them 3 or 4 times, no issues and CS was good.


  • #8796
    Discodog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,011 ✭✭✭✭Discodog


    Raoul wrote: »
    Is there a note 4 or MIUI thread? Don't want to be constantly posting about it.

    Just looking to find out if there is anyway to have long press to change tracks when the screen is locked without rooting.

    We need a Note 4 thread :)

    We have one now

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057810034


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  • #8797
    eamonnq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,012 ✭✭✭eamonnq


    harpstilidie wrote: »
    Thought I'd post this in here as well.

    I ordered a Xiaomi Mi A1 and Note 4 on November 11th from Ali Express. Got a DHL tracking code but it hasn't changed from 'shipment information received' since Monday.

    Should I be worried?

    No, when it hits the UK, your tracking number will become active, and it will be with you a day or two later.


  • #8798
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Discodog wrote: »
    We need a Note 4 thread :)

    We have one now

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=2057810034

    See if you can correct the Tittle "Xiaomi Redmi Note 4" by editing your post and choosing the advance option.

    If ever there is a MI Note 4 released, it could get confusing.


    Edit: Already fixed!
    eamonnq wrote: »
    No, when it hits the UK, your tracking number will become active, and it will be with you a day or two later.

    Forgot about the double shipping method used, he should have gotten two tracking numbers. China > UK and UK > Here. Check the order for messages on AliE.

    ⓘ "At some point something inside me just clicked and I realized that I didn't have to deal with anyone's bullshit ever again."
    » “mundus sine caesaribus” «



  • #8799
    Discodog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,011 ✭✭✭✭Discodog


    corkie wrote: »
    See if you can correct the Tittle "Xiaomi Redmi Note 4" by editing your post and choosing the advance option.

    If ever there is a MI Note 4 released, it could get confusing.



    Forgot about the double shipping method used, he should have gotten two tracking numbers. China > UK and UK > Here. Check the order for messages on AliE.

    Tittle corrected :pac:


  • #8800
    elvisn
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 53 ✭✭elvisn


    Rumour has it the RedMi Note 5 will be released before the end of this month. Black Friday anyone?

    https://www.androidheadlines.com/2017/11/xiaomi-redmi-note-5-appears-oppomart-4gb-ram.html

    And for those that don't like clicking links :)

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Appears On OppoMart With 4GB Of RAM
    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 is expected to arrive rather soon, and the phone has just surfaced on OppoMart, a Chinese reseller. Now, OppoMart provided an image of the Redmi Note 5, but chances are that this image is fake, as the Redmi Note 5 will likely sport a somewhat different design, and on-screen buttons, not capacitive ones. The phone will ship with really thin bezels, and a rear-facing fingerprint scanner, though it’s quite possible that the phone’s main camera will sit higher on the phone’s back side. It’s also worth noting that this phone will be made out of metal, and that its back side will be curved.

    Now, the phone’s specs did surface a number of times thus far, and those are the specs that OppoMart is listing as well, at least most of them. The source claims that the Redmi Note 5 will sport a 5.99-inch fullHD+ (2160 x 1080) display, and that is highly likely. The device will be fueled by the Snapdragon 625 64-bit octa-core SoC according to OppoMart, and that is possible, but there’s also a chance that Xiaomi may implement a more powerful chip in this phone, like the Snapdragon 636, for example. Either way, we’re looking at a mid-range processor from Qualcomm here, though it’s possible that the company plans to release a MediaTek variant of the Redmi Note 5 as well. A 12-megapixel shooter will be placed on the back of the Redmi Note 5, claims OppoMart, while a 5-megapixel snapper will be included on the phone’s front side. The device will arrive in both 3GB and 4GB RAM variants, which will ship with 32GB and 64GB of storage, respectively. A 4,000mAh non-removable battery was mentioned in rumors, and OppoMart agrees with that, it has listed that very same battery on its website. Android Nougat will come pre-installed on this phone, while Xiaomi’s MIUI 9 OS will ship on top of it.

    The Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 was expected to arrive already, but that did not happen, though if rumors are to be believed, the phone will land before the end of this month. The device actually surfaced on JD.com quite recently, though its specifications or design were not revealed by the site. The Redmi Note 5 may launch alongside the Redmi 5 and Redmi 5 Plus, though we’ll see what will happen.


  • #8801
    mikeysmith
    Closed Accounts Posts: 326 ✭✭mikeysmith


    i've been using the redmi note 2 and redmi note 4x both 5.5" for the last couple of years

    i'm going back to the 5" redmi 4x next.

    The other phones are just a tad large imo for one-hand use


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  • #8802
    Discodog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,011 ✭✭✭✭Discodog


    mikeysmith wrote: »
    i've been using the redmi note 2 and redmi note 4x both 5.5" for the last couple of years

    i'm going back to the 5" redmi 4x next.

    The other phones are just a tad large imo for one-hand use

    I find the 5.5 Note to be ok one handed but I wouldn't want bigger


  • #8803
    jodaw
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 726 ✭✭✭jodaw


    I just got another Leeco le s3 to add to the rose gold 4GB 32GB i got last week

    Just picked up a Gold 4GB 64GB for €97.63

    https://www.geekbuying.com/item/LeTV-LeEco-Le-S3-X626-5-5-Inch-4GB-64GB-Gold-385007.html?source=ShareAsale

    I would be amazed if anyone could find a better speced phone out there for the price.

    Look at some of the reviews on youtube. Some spanish ones are best. Glowing reviews. I think the camera is better than Redmi Note 4. Maybe MA1?


  • #8804
    Suckit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,211 ✭✭✭✭Suckit


    jodaw wrote: »
    I just got another Leeco le s3 to add to the rose gold 4GB 32GB i got last week

    Just picked up a Gold 4GB 64GB for €97.63

    https://www.geekbuying.com/item/LeTV-LeEco-Le-S3-X626-5-5-Inch-4GB-64GB-Gold-385007.html?source=ShareAsale

    I would be amazed if anyone could find a better speced phone out there for the price.

    Look at some of the reviews on youtube. Some spanish ones are best. Glowing reviews. I think the camera is better than Redmi Note 4. Maybe MA1?
    I am watching a few of them.
    The LeEco Le Max 2 6GB/64GB X820
    The LeEco Le Pro 3 Elite X722 6GB/64GB
    The LeEco Le Pro3 Elite X722 4GB/32GB
    The LeEco Le Pro 3 X720 6GB/64GB

    Have all very good prices on Geekbuying, Joybuy and Banggood at the moment.

    And that is before Black Friday. I am hoping they drop some more for that, but even if they do not, they must be the best value smartphone for Quality/Price anywhere at the moment.

    I have not really been watching their cool range.


  • #8805
    nuff
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18 ✭nuff


    My mi a1 finally came. 195 including shipping and 22 customs. From geekbuying hk

    So far so good. Not a fan of the Google keyboard but so far all else seems alright.

    Anyone get a decent case? I need a good case. I'd usually go otterbox


  • #8806
    jodaw
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 726 ✭✭✭jodaw


    I bought from geekbuying so i would expect customs. How did the charge only come to 22? Did revenue request invoice or what way did that work?


  • #8807
    nuff
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18 ✭nuff


    jodaw wrote: »
    I bought from geekbuying so i would expect customs. How did the charge only come to 22? Did revenue request invoice or what way did that work?

    It went through customs when it came into Dublin with DHl. The invoice geekbuying had sent on the front of the box valued the phone at 30 usd! Plus 10 for shipping. Customs obviously didn't believe it so just said 22. It didn't look like they'd opened it. Had it been full value wudve been more I imagine


  • #8808
    Suckit
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,211 ✭✭✭✭Suckit


    nuff wrote: »
    It went through customs when it came into Dublin with DHl. The invoice geekbuying had sent on the front of the box valued the phone at 30 usd! Plus 10 for shipping. Customs obviously didn't believe it so just said 22. It didn't look like they'd opened it. Had it been full value wudve been more I imagine

    Probably VAT + DHL handling (€15) = €22.


  • #8809
    Digital Solitude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,397 ✭✭✭✭Digital Solitude


    Suckit wrote: »
    Probably VAT + DHL handling (€15) = €22.

    23% of 30 is 6.9, so about €16 would be right.

    TBH I wouldn't complain

    *edit* DHL, yeah you got charged correctly, 22 or 23


  • #8810
    nuff
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18 ✭nuff


    Digital Solitude wrote: »
    23% of 30 is 6.9, so about €16 would be right.

    TBH I wouldn't complain

    No. I expected way more


  • #8811
    Iseedeadpixels
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,192 ✭✭✭Iseedeadpixels


    Just a heads up for anyone thinking of buying from gearbest, there are a few complaints on their forum about fake power xiaomi power banks so prob best if you avoid buying from them........I shouldnt have to warn you anyway :pac:


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  • #8812
    eamonnq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,012 ✭✭✭eamonnq


    funkey_monkey wrote: »
    I was waiting for the Note 5, but gave up and plumped for this instead. Not sure if that was a wise decision, but its done now and this seems more than enough for me.



    So... Looking recommendations for the following:
    1. A good screen protector?
    2. Worthwhile customisations?

    Which phone did you get? :confused:


  • #8813
    Discodog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,011 ✭✭✭✭Discodog


    funkey_monkey wrote: »
    Edit: Xiaomi Redmi Note 4 4GB/64GB bought!

    Got handset going. I also got a case for it, although there was no screen protector. Will have to order one.
    The case is okay. Another purchaser said his has mialigned holes, but mine is okay - apart from the headphone jack being slightly offcentre, but will not affect usage.

    I was waiting for the Note 5, but gave up and plumped for this instead. Not sure if that was a wise decision, but its done now and this seems more than enough for me.

    From using a Sony Z3 Compact, this is a big phone. Probably bigger than I need or really wanted, but I just felt that the other options did not justify the price jump. I'll get used to it no doubt, but I think the next handset will be smaller. It is almost a 2 handed operation to use it due to the screen size.

    The handset already had 40% charge when I got it. I'll have to assume that this was due to charging it up for the pre delivery checks.

    In terms of the MIUI interface, I have to say I don't really notice much difference between it and pure Android. However, that will probably let you know more about my level of usage rather than any in depth insight into MIUI. It cam with MIUI8, but straight away downloaded and installed MIUI9 very very quickly.

    Solution Shop seemed to have been good for me to deal with. I initially went with them as they offered a case, screen protector, paid the taxes and provided a 2 yr warranty. There was no protector. Like all warranties, there are a number of exclusions. It is probably a personal choice as to whether to bother with a warranty on a €180 Chinese handset given what it covers ahead of just buying the cheapest deal that can be obtained and hoping for the best. However, it was nice to buy knowing the customs was sorted and it came within 4 days. Was probably worth paying a few bob extra for that alone IMO.

    I'm just starting to get my head around it. I was slightly disappointed with the lack of documentation/instructions (i.e. none) that came with the handset so I don't think that I've totally optimised the setup (pretty sure I've not). However, will read a few sites, collate a few ideas and see where it takes me.

    I've no intention to modify it with a custom ROM - I don't feel there is the need to do so for my level of usage. There are a number of free screen skins available in order to alter its appearance. Will look at some of them.

    In terms of the camera, it seems fine to me. I'm not really sure what level of quality you should be expecting from a handset like this, but I'm sure it will be more than adequate for me and most other users.

    Next will be to try the radio and add some songs and e-books.

    Overall, quite happy with the handset. It's size is a bit worrying initially as it appears bulky and therefore more prone to getting broke. Also, quite happy with the Solution Shop. I've not received an invoice for the purchase, but I've requested one for my records. I think this is common with a number of suppliers now, so I expect it to be emailed to me. If not, I'll update this thread with the details.

    So... Looking recommendations for the following:
    1. A good screen protector?
    2. Worthwhile customisations?

    Look on the Note 4 thread


  • #8814
    mikeysmith
    Closed Accounts Posts: 326 ✭✭mikeysmith


    Looking for a cheap 5" fone with good battery life??

    Anything out there apart from the redmi 4x


  • #8815
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    mikeysmith wrote: »
    Looking for a cheap 5" fone with good battery life??

    Anything out there apart from the redmi 4x

    Not that I could see. Ended up buying it. Couldn't beat it for the money and wanted something semi reliable as it's not for myself


  • #8816
    Fanny Wank
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,290 ✭✭✭Fanny Wank


    Geek buying black Friday code actually INCREASES the cost of a Redmi Note 4 from $199.99 to $202.39

    Screen shows 199.99 to be a big discount - when you apply the code the price increases and the discount doesn't bring it below!!!!

    Cowboys Ted


  • #8817
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,023 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    Fanny **** wrote: »
    Geek buying black Friday code actually INCREASES the cost of a Redmi Note 4 from $199.99 to $202.39

    Screen shows 199.99 to be a big discount - when you apply the code the price increases and the discount doesn't bring it below!!!!

    Cowboys Ted

    And they are one place id have no bother recommending. Its a common thing - look at using the likes of camelcamel for Amazon purchases.


  • #8818
    Iseedeadpixels
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,192 ✭✭✭Iseedeadpixels


    mikeysmith wrote: »
    Looking for a cheap 5" fone with good battery life??

    Anything out there apart from the redmi 4x

    www.kimovil.com

    Use the filter function to get the phone specs and price you want, good battery would be at least 3000 mah.


  • #8819
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,424 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    A whole week waiting on customs :(
    Get on with it!


  • #8820
    nuff
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 18 ✭nuff


    Black_Knight wrote: »
    A whole week waiting on customs :(
    Get on with it!

    Really? Mine cleared in a couple of hours. Is it shipping with a courier?


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  • #8821
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,424 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    nuff wrote: »
    Really? Mine cleared in a couple of hours. Is it shipping with a courier?

    DHL.
    It's status every morning is updated with "Clearance event"


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