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cmac2009 · 16-01-2018 10:14PM

Looking at the Xiaomi Mi6. Anyone here care to share their experiences. Bit worried about glass back

Pyrrhic7 · 16-01-2018 11:38PM

Can Somebody please help me out.

Friend of mine bought a ASUS on my recommendation.
The phone was faulty and he has been refused a replacement/refund wrongly by Aliexpress.

Closed the dispute on 'insufficient evidence'.

Seller admitted the phone is faulty and Sent ROM to fix it. it did not work.

I need somebody in Dublin that can successfully flash this phone, you will be paid for your efforts.

www.(dot)adverts(dot) ie/14589546

RossieMan · 17-01-2018 12:20AM

I'd happily take a run at it if you have no luck getting anyone in Dublin to give it a go.

Suckit · 17-01-2018 02:29AM

Pyrrhic7 wrote: »

Can Somebody please help me out.
Friend of mine bought a ASUS on my recommendation.
The phone was faulty and he has been refused a replacement/refund wrongly by Aliexpress.

Closed the dispute on 'insufficient evidence'.

Seller admitted the phone is faulty and Sent ROM to fix it. it did not work.

I need somebody in Dublin that can successfully flash this phone, you will be paid for your efforts.

www.(dot)adverts(dot) ie/14589546

What exactly is wrong with it, and can you link to the seller?

Pyrrhic7 · 17-01-2018 02:31AM

Suckit wrote: »

What exactly is wrong with it, and can you link to the seller?

The phone has a Google play issue where any update or download with Google play does not work. Check the link on the adverts.

Suckit · 17-01-2018 02:55AM

Pyrrhic7 wrote: »

The phone has a Google play issue where any update or download with Google play does not work. Check the link on the adverts.

From the Asus forum (Translated) https://www.asus.com/zentalk/tw/thread-277778-1-1.html

1. Confirm that Google Play is not already updated to the latest version (very important, is not the latest version whether you use Wifi or mobile network are unable to download)
2. The use of Wifi please confirm the setting>data usage>WiFi>network limit metering the pay-Wifi network is not being turned on, if turned on will also make many app unable to download

The above two points is adjusted after the original update failed to download the App problem solved!

Pyrrhic7 · 17-01-2018 01:34PM

Suckit wrote: »

From the Asus forum (Translated) https://www.asus.com/zentalk/tw/thread-277778-1-1.html

The phone does not turn on anymore. Followed flash instructions to a tee.

Aliexpress refuse to refund, seller admits phone is faulty and ignores 10 messages asking for return address.

I go into live chat and they say they will escalate etc. And they never do, they simply end chat connection and nothing happens.

Please lads can somebody please help me.

Digital Solitude · 17-01-2018 04:27PM

Pyrrhic7 wrote: »

The phone does not turn on anymore. Followed flash instructions to a tee.

Aliexpress refuse to refund, seller admits phone is faulty and ignores 10 messages asking for return address.

I go into live chat and they say they will escalate etc. And they never do, they simply end chat connection and nothing happens.

Please lads can somebody please help me.

Can the phone be booted into fastboot or recovery? (Power+vol up/down/both at the same time, if there's a home button use it in combination too)

Is there any response when it's plugged into a charger or a PC?

Suckit · 17-01-2018 04:40PM

Unfortunately i am no good to OP as i am miles away. I am sure somebody else here can offer their services though.

It should not be a difficult process, even if bricked i believe the Asus are relatively easy to unbrick.

jfk247 · 17-01-2018 06:31PM

For those interested the nubia z17 lite does have 4g. Currently sitting in office in Dublin and have 4g.
Although it doesn't have Band 20 it does have Band 3. It will only be an issue if you are in a predominantly Band 20 area.
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jfk247 · 17-01-2018 06:32PM

Sorry added the wrong image url

profchaos · 17-01-2018 10:14PM

Hi, sorry if this is obvious or in the wrong thread. Just received a Honor 6x that I purchased from TSS.Global. The seals on the box were broken, and bootloader is unlocked and phone launches straight into the home screen. Is this normal? Site says it comes with global ROM so this may be as expected? Only other phone I purchased from China was a Ulefone Gemini from gearbest, it came sealed and went through the normal setup on an android phone when switched on for first time. This one is already set up. Just gave me a worry it's used. But don't think there's a way to tell except physical signs?

Soccarboy11 · 17-01-2018 10:30PM

profchaos wrote: »

Hi, sorry if this is obvious or in the wrong thread. Just received a Honor 6x that I purchased from TSS.Global. The seals on the box were broken, and bootloader is unlocked and phone launches straight into the home screen. Is this normal? Site says it comes with global ROM so this may be as expected? Only other phone I purchased from China was a Ulefone Gemini from gearbest, it came sealed and went through the normal setup on an android phone when switched on for first time. This one is already set up. Just gave me a worry it's used. But don't think there's a way to tell except physical signs?

Definitely try to flash the stock firmware on the device if you are able, sounds like.its been tampered with and flashed with potentially dangerous software. Usually you can find the software to flash on the oems site. Surprised at that, purchased from the solution shop a mi a1 and it was sealed and getting updated as normal from google

You can also look up the latest software version number for the honor 6x, and compare it to the one you have in the settings - about phone screen

profchaos · 17-01-2018 11:06PM

Soccarboy11 wrote: »

Definitely try to flash the stock firmware on the device if you are able, sounds like.its been tampered with and flashed with potentially dangerous software. Usually you can find the software to flash on the oems site. Surprised at that, purchased from the solution shop a mi a1 and it was sealed and getting updated as normal from google

You can also look up the latest software version number for the honor 6x, and compare it to the one you have in the settings - about phone screen

Thanks, yeh planned on flashing it before using it. Will do some digging for the official rom, looks to be the china version of it, so doesnt seem to have band 20. BLN-AL30. Will contact TSS see what they think. First time using them, not overly impressed on the communication side of things, and order status updates.

OkeyDoke12 · 18-01-2018 11:24AM

Redmi Note 4 has stopped charging. It keeps switching in and out of charge I have tried different plugs and the charging ports look fine. Any ideas?

fixXxer · 18-01-2018 11:55AM

OkeyDoke12 wrote:

Redmi Note 4 has stopped charging. It keeps switching in and out of charge I have tried different plugs and the charging ports look fine. Any ideas?

Maybe the cable is damaged?

OkeyDoke12 · 18-01-2018 12:12PM

fixxxer wrote: »

Maybe the cable is damaged?

Have tried a few different cables. A lot of people having similar problems.

howdoyouknow · 18-01-2018 12:23PM

My wifes is the same. It charges fine when powered off. Ive already changed the charging port thinking this was the problem. Must be software related somehow

Her phone is running the stock global miui rom

Pyrrhic7 · 18-01-2018 02:11PM

Digital Solitude wrote: »

Can the phone be booted into fastboot or recovery? (Power+vol up/down/both at the same time, if there's a home button use it in combination too)

Is there any response when it's plugged into a charger or a PC?

I can charge phone and put into recovery mode.
What is the best software to flash a ROM?

The links/software they provided has nor worked so the phone is now soft-bricked and stuck on boot screen.

Digital Solitude · 18-01-2018 05:46PM

Pyrrhic7 wrote: »

I can charge phone and put into recovery mode.
What is the best software to flash a ROM?

The links/software they provided has nor worked so the phone is now soft-bricked and stuck on boot screen.

Stuck in a bootloop like? That's an easy fix, once you can access recovery you're golden.

Google's ADB is the best method, or from the device itself. Has it got TWRP or CWM installed or is it stock recovery?

18-01-2018 06:39PM

Guys looking to get a good budget phone for my non techie brother. I have my sights set on a Xiaomi Redmi 4X (not the note version) which is a 5" phone and the size he prefers.

I plan on unlocking it and sticking LineageOS on it like I did with my Mi5. I'm waiting for it to go on discount again before paying for the DHL service which attracts no duty.

Anyway just before I pull the trigger are there any better deals/phones out there for the same kind of money?

corkie · 18-01-2018 06:49PM

Deleted User wrote: »

Guys looking to get a good budget phone for my non techie brother. I have my sights set on a Xiaomi Redmi 4X (not the note version) which is a 5" phone and the size he prefers.

I plan on unlocking it and sticking LineageOS on it like I did with my Mi5. I'm waiting for it to go on discount again before paying for the DHL service which attracts no duty.

Anyway just before I pull the trigger are there any better deals/phones out there for the same kind of money?

No BAND 20 for LTE use here, there is versions of that phone with support for it. (i.e. Example) No official LOS rom for it yet.

cmac2009 · 18-01-2018 07:27PM

cmac2009 wrote: »

Looking at the Xiaomi Mi6. Anyone here care to share their experiences. Bit worried about glass back

Anyone got any experience with the above?

18-01-2018 09:46PM

corkie wrote: »

No BAND 20 for LTE use here, there is versions of that phone with support for it. (i.e. Example) No official LOS rom for it yet.

Thanks corkie. I googled and Band 20 is very important so I'll knock that one on the head. The problem with the link you provided is that I could get walloped with duty. Oh yeah and you're right about no official LOS...I forgot but there's plenty of unofficial stuff on XDA.

Cheers!

NATLOR · 18-01-2018 09:53PM

Deleted User wrote: »

Thanks corkie. I googled and Band 20 is very important so I'll knock that one on the head. The problem with the link you provided is that I could get walloped with duty. Oh yeah and you're right about no official LOS...I forgot but there's plenty of unofficial stuff on XDA.

Cheers!

Hongkong Goldway have what you want

https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Global-Version-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-4X-Pro-3GB-RAM-32GB-5-0-4G-FDDLTE-Snapdragon-435/311331_32822666077.html?spm=2114.12010612.0.0.51d48a48nH87aZ

corkie · 18-01-2018 10:10PM

Unfortunately Goldway, no longer advertise VAT free DHL Express delivery, so chances of getting caught for VAT. More on reddit about it.

NATLOR · 18-01-2018 10:34PM

corkie wrote: »

Unfortunately Goldway, no longer advertise VAT free DHL Express delivery, so chances of getting caught for VAT. More on reddit about it.

Its advertised on the link i posted (viewing on a laptop)
A couple of posters on the reddit thread said they used it recently with no problems

18-01-2018 10:40PM

Brilliant! Thanks guys. Glad I posted here before I bought the other one. Forgive my ignorance but what on the other one tells you that it doesn't support Band 20? I can't see anything! Out of curiosity and for future reference I'd like to know! Ta!

:edit: Wait I see it now!

ImARebel · 19-01-2018 08:58AM

Also shop around. In the end it was cheaper for me to buy the 4x from China and pay the small shipping plus duty rather than buying from an EU warehouse. Got one for my dad, my other half liked it so much I'd to buy a second one,lol

captain_boycott · 19-01-2018 09:24AM

how about here;

https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Global-Version-XIAOMI-Redmi-4X-3GB-32GB-Smartphone---Black-384682.html

its the global version, and from IT warehouse so usually 3-4 days delivery for only €1.90 DHL shipping. I've purchased 2 in recent weeks.

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