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  • #8852
    Bahanaman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,205 ✭✭✭Bahanaman


    Does anybody know if you can buy gift vouchers for any of the Chinese phone sellers eg geekbuying, solutionshop etc.?


  • #8853
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Bahanaman wrote: »
    Does anybody know if you can buy gift vouchers for any of the Chinese phone sellers eg geekbuying, solutionshop etc.?


    I asked on your behalf on the reddit thread I linked before, quoting the response: -
    Let me look into that. I know we have something in the works but I am not sure when it's due to be launched.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #8854
    Del007
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,659 ✭✭✭Del007


    I'm looking for a phone for my old man, I have a Xiaomi redmi note 3, I got a redmi note 4 for the mother.

    I think a 5.5" would be too big for him so looking for something a bit smaller. What's the best Xiaomi phone that's under 5.5"?

    Cheers


  • #8855
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Del007 wrote: »
    I'm looking for a phone for my old man, I have a Xiaomi redmi note 3, I got a redmi note 4 for the mother.

    I think a 5.5" would be too big for him so looking for something a bit smaller. What's the best Xiaomi phone that's under 5.5"?

    Cheers


    Have you consider the Redmi 4X (Global Version with Band 20)

    https://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_4_(4x)-8608.php#redmi-4x-id
    https://www.reddit.com/r/Xiaomi/wiki/specs/redmi4x

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #8856
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Bahanaman wrote: »
    Does anybody know if you can buy gift vouchers for any of the Chinese phone sellers eg geekbuying, solutionshop etc.?

    Would it not be better to purchase a pre paid credit card and then your not limiting the person receiving it to a specific store.


    Or send a digital gift card through PayPal.

    ⓘ "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” «



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  • #8857
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    Del007 wrote: »
    I'm looking for a phone for my old man, I have a Xiaomi redmi note 3, I got a redmi note 4 for the mother.

    I think a 5.5" would be too big for him so looking for something a bit smaller. What's the best Xiaomi phone that's under 5.5"?

    Cheers

    I bought the Redmi 4X for my dad, it's on the way at the moment. Looked to be the best of the 5's out there for the money


  • #8858
    Del007
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,659 ✭✭✭Del007


    ImARebel wrote: »
    I bought the Redmi 4X for my dad, it's on the way at the moment. Looked to be the best of the 5's out there for the money

    Cool, where did you get it from?


  • #8859
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    Del007 wrote: »
    Cool, where did you get it from?

    geekbuying for 103EUR (not including delivery) and I shipped from HK store. It was still cheaper to get hit by customs than to pay for it from an EU warehouse

    I used geekbuying before with no issues, hoping it stays that way


  • #8860
    Iseedeadpixels
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,189 ✭✭✭Iseedeadpixels


    Thargor wrote: »
    Im probably going to go with a 6-6.5" phablet as my next phone, I know theres a big thread in Bargain Alerts at the minute for the Xiaomi Mi Max 2 4G Phablet but the rural 4G bands thing is putting me off a bit even with the great price, has anyone seen any better options around anywhere?

    https://www.chinavasion.com/china/wholesale/Android_Phones/6-7_Inch_Android_Phones/Uhans-Max-2-Cheap-Smartphone/

    Band 20 on that my good man.


  • #8861
    Hayezer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 652 ✭✭✭Hayezer


    Haven't kept up to dates with Chinese phones for about 4 or 5 months, is the Mi A1 better than the Note 4/whats the consensus between the two? Seems very similar specs wise


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  • #8862
    Black_Knight
    Moderators Posts: 12,424 ✭✭✭✭Black_Knight


    Black_Knight wrote: »
    Happy out so far. Everything seems to work.
    Finger print reader is 90% spot on.
    Fast charging working great.
    All sensors working (GPS, Wi-Fi, mobile, gyroscope etc)
    Battery is OK (from usage so far, early days still) - fast charging makes up for it a bit, but today with only a bit of use I've had to charge it as it was going to die (30 mins maybe got me an additional 70% battery back)

    First and continuing impressions are great. Lovely packaging (phone, booklet, ear phones, charger, adapter, USB type b to type c adapter for your old charger), key ring sim card tool.

    For 263 or so euro, I'm happy.

    Antutu kept cropping up as a battery usage so I uninstalled it. Ended today on about 40% after quite minimal use. Seems to have helped.

    One thing of note, the vibrate feedback is super loud. I like the vibrate feedback, but I'm inclined to turn it off now.


  • #8863
    Bahanaman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,205 ✭✭✭Bahanaman


    After over a year following this thread I finally took the plunge and ordered the a1 last night from geekbuying Italian warehouse! Used the code geekbuy20 and got it for 194 euro. Hope this works out!


  • #8864
    Kenny Logins
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,060 ✭✭✭Kenny Logins


    Hayezer wrote: »
    Haven't kept up to dates with Chinese phones for about 4 or 5 months, is the Mi A1 better than the Note 4/whats the consensus between the two? Seems very similar specs wise

    A1 has dual cameras (2x optical zoom and background blurring) and runs stock Android One. Worth the extra IMHO.


  • #8865
    sydthebeat
    Subscribers Posts: 42,949 ✭✭✭✭sydthebeat


    Bahanaman wrote: »
    After over a year following this thread I finally took the plunge and ordered the a1 last night from geekbuying Italian warehouse! Used the code geekbuy20 and got it for 194 euro. Hope this works out!

    I'm in the same boat. Could I get a link to that phone please?


  • #8866
    eamonnq
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,012 ✭✭✭eamonnq


    Bahanaman wrote: »
    After over a year following this thread I finally took the plunge and ordered the a1 last night from geekbuying Italian warehouse! Used the code geekbuy20 and got it for 194 euro. Hope this works out!

    Was it 'in stock' when you ordered it ? Just to be sure that they have it available and are shipping it.


  • #8867
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,354 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    sydthebeat wrote: »
    I'm in the same boat. Could I get a link to that phone please?

    https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Official-Global-Version-Xiaomi-Mi-Max-2-4GB-64GB-Smartphone-Black-386692.html

    You need to be registered on the site to use the code and make sure you choose the Italian warehouse option as the DHL shipping is only 4 euro,much more expensive from the other European warehouses for some reason.
    That discount code expires tomorrow

    Sorry link is wrong as mentioned above the phone is out of stock

    https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Global-Version-Xiaomi-Mi-A1-5-5-Inch-4GB-64GB-Smartphone-Black-387831.html


  • #8868
    sydthebeat
    Subscribers Posts: 42,949 ✭✭✭✭sydthebeat


    unfortuntely the only one they have in stock in europe is a gold phone


  • #8869
    sydthebeat
    Subscribers Posts: 42,949 ✭✭✭✭sydthebeat


    anyone bought an AI from Eglobalcentral.eu ?


  • #8870
    Bahanaman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,205 ✭✭✭Bahanaman


    Hi sydthebeat! The link quoted earlier is the one. I was thinking the same about the black version not being available but my son has a gold honor 5x and it looks quite nice. Anyway I've been humming and hawing for so long I was driving myself mad! Now that I've actually made the order I'm still bricking it! If it doesn't work out I'll have a major dose of "I told ya so!" from the better half! The black is available at a good price in the stores outside the eu but you risk getting hit with the customs and maybe paying more in the long run. Best of luck anyway!


  • #8871
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,354 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    sydthebeat wrote: »
    anyone bought an AI from Eglobalcentral.eu ?

    There is a thread on them, mainly about their camera equipment but a few people have mentioned buying phones and reporting bad experiences and having to fight for refunds.
    What about aliexpress.This seller has the black for 210 including DHL shipping through Europe meaning no customs

    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Global-Version-Xiaomi-Mi-A1-MiA1-Mobile-Phone-4GB-RAM-64GB-ROM-Snapdragon-625-Octa-Core/32829369385.html


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  • #8872
    Digital Solitude
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 11,397 ✭✭✭✭Digital Solitude


    Anyone bought from fasttech or teknistore before? Looking for a Mi 5S and they're cheapest by a good bit

    Might take a punt on Teknistore they've decent trustpilot ratings and they don't all look fake


  • #8873
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,649 ✭✭✭south


    Digital Solitude wrote: »
    Anyone bought from fasttech or teknistore before? Looking for a Mi 5S and they're cheapest by a good bit

    Might take a punt on Teknistore they've decent trustpilot ratings and they don't all look fake

    I've used fasttech on many occasions before but mostly for smaller purchases. Everything always arrived and as it should.


  • #8874
    iba
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,642 ✭✭✭iba


    Digital Solitude wrote: »
    Anyone bought from fasttech or teknistore before? Looking for a Mi 5S and they're cheapest by a good bit

    Might take a punt on Teknistore they've decent trustpilot ratings and they don't all look fake

    I've been buying vaping gear from fastech for years, always found them 100% reliable.

    The Mi 5s is a good phone, but go for the Mi 5s Plus if you can afford it.


  • #8875
    elvisn
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 53 ✭✭elvisn


    So with the new leaks on the Redmi Note 5, it seems it's battery will only be 3,300mAh
    I think that might help some people decide on buying an A1 or Redmi Note 4 now vs waiting.

    There will be an announcement on a handset from Xiaomi on December 7th. So not too long to wait to find out which it is.


  • #8876
    X6.430macman
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,367 ✭✭✭X6.430macman


    elvisn wrote:
    So with the new leaks on the Redmi Note 5, it seems it's battery will only be 3,300mAh I think that might help some people decide on buying an A1 or Redmi Note 4 now vs waiting.

    That would be pretty bad if it's also going to have a 5.9inch screen


  • #8877
    Discodog
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,011 ✭✭✭✭Discodog


    X6.430macman wrote: »
    That would be pretty bad if it's also going to have a 5.9inch screen

    It's the two together that made me choose the Note 4


  • #8878
    but1er
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,505 ✭✭✭but1er


    Lads I'm still on note 3 bit behind but I'll be upgrading in the new year,

    Two questions hope you can help, first one battery drain and heating up to 45 degree with this charger I'm using, anyone know where to get a redmi note micro USB charger official one, it was working fine till I had to change charger,

    Second question, I'm still on android 5.1 and can I upgrade to latest one without much effort?

    Cheers folk


  • #8879
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    but1er wrote: »
    Lads I'm still on note 3 bit behind but I'll be upgrading in the new year,

    Two questions hope you can help, first one battery drain and heating up to 45 degree with this charger I'm using, anyone know where to get a redmi note micro USB charger official one, it was working fine till I had to change charger,

    Second question, I'm still on android 5.1 and can I upgrade to latest one without much effort?

    Cheers folk

    For charger, I have the official one that came with device. Never used it because requiring a cheap EU plug adapter. If your living in Cork you can have it.

    Which version of RN3, have you Kenzo/Kate/Hennesy? That you have never update the rom.

    Make backups, then use the updater app to update to latest available rom. Download the latest and use the updater app to apply it.

    Hopefully your device didn't come with a Vendor/Re-seller rom and you may have to use EDL mode to update. What is your MIUI version currently on the device. (Settings - About Phone - MIUI Version) <<< list the complete string.


    After 17/18 months, My Kenzo is still going strong. Might have a look at the RN5 when it comes out. <--- But leaked specs don't sound great.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #8880
    but1er
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,505 ✭✭✭but1er


    corkie wrote: »
    For charger, I have the official one that came with device. Never used it because requiring a cheap EU plug adapter. If your living in Cork you can have it.

    Which version of RN3, have you Kenzo/Kate/Hennesy? That you have never update the rom.

    Make backups, then use the updater app to update to latest available rom. Download the latest and use the updater app to apply it.

    Hopefully your device didn't come with a Vendor/Re-seller rom and you may have to use EDL mode to update. What is your MIUI version currently on the device. (Settings - About Phone - MIUI Version) <<< list the complete string.


    After 17/18 months, My Kenzo is still going strong. Might have a look at the RN5 when it comes out. <--- But leaked specs don't sound great.

    Sadly not from Cork cheers the offer tough,

    I am simple when comes to all them parts, I went to about phone and screen shot information, you might have a clear idea,

    Yeah rn5 not looking great, mia1 atm looks great don't know weather to try away from xiaomi for a bit, lots of research to be done


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  • #8881
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    but1er wrote: »
    Sadly not from Cork cheers the offer tough,

    I am simple when comes to all them parts, I went to about phone and screen shot information, you might have a clear idea,

    Yeah rn5 not looking great, mia1 atm looks great don't know weather to try away from xiaomi for a bit, lots of research to be done

    Did your phone, come with that rom? And you never update. It may be a vendor rom. Not sure it looks official, but I have seen reports that it may not be.

    It is a Kenzo/Kate (and not the mediatek version). I will point you at the reddit wiki for guides on flashing latest roms.

    ⓘ "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” «



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