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Xiaomi Mi A1

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  • #392
    traco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,714 ✭✭✭traco


    Ordered Friday and delivered today, more expensive as 250 + 6.50 but needed it quickly for a staff member that we are seeing an iphone or networks issues with, of course each blames the other. Black 64GB version BTW.

    As an android noob should I stick with what it comes with or upgrade / change to OS for a better user experience?


  • #393
    Alanstrainor
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 23,146 ✭✭✭✭Alanstrainor


    It comes with stock android, so I'm not sure you'll see much advantage in changing the OS. I would definitely stick with it as is.


  • #394
    ongarite
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 8,686 ✭✭✭ongarite


    phunks wrote: »
    After waiting nearly two months from deal extreme I gave up on them and ordered again from a more reputable site. Of course the arrive a day between each other. Great phone so far not sure I need two though. 🀔

    PM with price on the spare one.
    Know someone who might be interested in it


  • #395
    natnifnolnacs
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 755 ✭✭✭natnifnolnacs


    I have noticed my battery is draining quite a bit faster since the update last week. Not enough to cause problems, but now it needs a charge every night whereas before I would get 2 days out of it. Main culprit seems to be google play services at 25%....anyone else having issues?


  • #396
    traco
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,714 ✭✭✭traco


    Well its unboxed powered up and updated.

    Initial impressions, nice and clean OS, will take a bit of getting used to but nowhere near as bad as I had thought. Very logical really.

    It did 2 or 3 updates I think and they went fine, no issues on two WiFi connections. Seems fast, screen and camera appear excellent. That’s comparing side by side with my own iPhone 7+.

    Only gripe and it’s not a gripe really. I think it needs a case, I find it slippy and would be terrified of dropping it but my 7 is probably the same without us case.

    So for I’m impressed, if it continues to perform as well on the GSM network and email, apps etc all work then to be honest I might be converting myself.


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  • #397
    Topbike77
    Closed Accounts Posts: 792 ✭✭✭Topbike77


    Accidentally put the sim ejector tool into the secondary microphone hole. Now when calling people everyone can hear background noise. Anyone any ideas how I might be able to fix this? Would I be able to do it myself?


  • #398
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    Unfortunately you have probably damaged the diaphragm in the microphone.

    Repairing a mobile is a lot easier than you would expect.

    With a bit of care and patience it is not beyond the ability of most people.

    There are two mics on this phone, one at the top and the other at the bottom.

    I'm assuming its the one at the bottom.

    Check out the tear down video on youtube.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtRg-to45LE

    Removing the two boards starts at 3.37.

    Good old Xiaomi have made it easier by splitting the electronics on to 3 Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs).

    The USB/MIC board seems to be available on ebay for €20 from Spain including postage.

    You will also need a Torx screwdriver looks like a T2 to me.

    However a repair will probably invalidate your warranty but any repair will probably invalidate it anyhow unless it is done in an authorised repair centre.
    The only authorised repair centre on the Mi.com site is in Singapore.

    Let us know how you get on.


  • #399
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    :o:o:o:o:o:o:o

    All that fancy advise applies to the primary mic.

    You asked about the Secondary mic!

    One option might to root the A1 and edit the file to turn off the secondary mic.

    Root:
    https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/how-to/root-mi-a1-oreo-8-0-disabling-ota-magisk-t3728654

    Turn off noise cancellation.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsWkabXFrik

    Apologies for the confusion!


  • #400
    Topbike77
    Closed Accounts Posts: 792 ✭✭✭Topbike77


    paddy19 wrote: »
    :o:o:o:o:o:o:o

    All that fancy advise applies to the primary mic.

    You asked about the Secondary mic!

    One option might to root the A1 and edit the file to turn off the secondary mic.

    Root:
    https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/how-to/root-mi-a1-oreo-8-0-disabling-ota-magisk-t3728654

    Turn off noise cancellation.
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsWkabXFrik

    Apologies for the confusion!
    Thanks for your comprehensive advice Paddy! I'll try my hand at that over the weekend and see how I get on! If that doesn't work I might try a self repair :)


  • #401
    olkiny
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 26 ✭olkiny


    Can anyone confirm this phone has a compass. For example, if I'm in Google maps will it show me the direction I'm pointing. Use maps a lot, so this feature is essential for me. Mightn't actually be a compass, so whatever it is, I need it. Thanks


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  • #402
    Kenny Logins
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,061 ✭✭✭Kenny Logins


    olkiny wrote: »
    Can anyone confirm this phone has a compass. For example, if I'm in Google maps will it show me the direction I'm pointing. Use maps a lot, so this feature is essential for me. Mightn't actually be a compass, so whatever it is, I need it. Thanks

    Yeah. It has GPS, accelerometer and gyroscope etc. I have used maps and VR headset with no issues.


  • #403
    Kenny Logins
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,061 ✭✭✭Kenny Logins


    ...not at the same time mind you. :pac:


  • #404
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 9,221 ✭✭✭corkie


    olkiny wrote: »
    Can anyone confirm this phone has a compass. For example, if I'm in Google maps will it show me the direction I'm pointing. Use maps a lot, so this feature is essential for me. Mightn't actually be a compass, so whatever it is, I need it. Thanks


    No compass listed in it's specs here.
    Sensors Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity

    "Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." ~ George Santayana
    "But that's balanced out by the fact that it's a mandate not to do very much." ~ Prof. Eoin O'Malley



  • #405
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    Yes it has a a 3-axis electronic compass using Hall element technology, a AK09918 by AKM .


  • #406
    skyblue46
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,805 ✭✭✭skyblue46


    Eglobalcentral.eu have it at 180. Are they a reliable site?


  • #407
    BUD27
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 91 ✭✭ BUD27


    skyblue46 wrote:
    Eglobalcentral.eu have it at 180. Are they a reliable site?


    I ordered from them last Saturday.it was dispatched on Monday and is currently with DHL and should be delivered on Monday according to DHL tracking.will update when received.


  • #408
    ongarite
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 8,686 ✭✭✭ongarite


    Where did it ship from?


  • #409
    djsim101
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 614 ✭✭✭djsim101


    Hi guys, have this phone now for a while and loving it. So much so, I have recommended my 2 friends to get them. However one of my friends has an issue with their car Bluetooth. Playing music , making a call, the quality is terrible. Keeps getting distorted, mono like sounding as well. I tried my phone in the same car and same problems. Other brand phones have no issues.
    Any ideas?


  • #410
    BUD27
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 91 ✭✭ BUD27


    It went out with bulk order on Monday night and got tracking number on Wednesday I think.it didn't say where it was shipped from.


  • #411
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,387 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    skyblue46 wrote: »
    Eglobalcentral.eu have it at 180. Are they a reliable site?

    They seem to be very good for camera equipment but there were a few lads on the boards e global thread that had problems with phone orders a couple of months back

    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=105585203&postcount=1006


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  • #412
    ongarite
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 8,686 ✭✭✭ongarite


    rahern wrote: »
    It went out with bulk order on Monday night and got tracking number on Wednesday I think.it didn't say where it was shipped from.

    Your DHL tracking should show what countries it’s travelling through to get to Ireland.
    I’m interested to know if it’s EU stocked or a grey import from Hong Kong which will be liable for import duty.


  • #413
    Kenny Logins
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 9,061 ✭✭✭Kenny Logins


    djsim101 wrote: »
    Hi guys, have this phone now for a while and loving it. So much so, I have recommended my 2 friends to get them. However one of my friends has an issue with their car Bluetooth. Playing music , making a call, the quality is terrible. Keeps getting distorted, mono like sounding as well. I tried my phone in the same car and same problems. Other brand phones have no issues.
    Any ideas?

    I use it with a Roidmi Bluetooth adapter, music only, with no issues. That's Bluetooth to FM.


  • #414
    BUD27
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2, Paid Member Posts: 91 ✭✭ BUD27


    DHL only shows from London on Thursday so must of been Hong Kong to London


  • #415
    skyblue46
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,805 ✭✭✭skyblue46


    rahern wrote: »
    DHL only shows from London on Thursday so must of been Hong Kong to London

    So if it comes from Hong Kong how much duty is it liable for?


  • #416
    ACLFC7
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 293 ✭✭ACLFC7


    Anybody buy the Mi A1 from Amazon.es ? I ordered mine on the 4th and it hasn't even shipped yet. It was (and still is in stock) when I ordered it.


  • #417
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,387 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    skyblue46 wrote: »
    So if it comes from Hong Kong how much duty is it liable for?

    You dont pay duty, they ship to the UK first then to Ireland so as far as Irish customs are concerned the package is coming from UK


  • #418
    Devilfish698
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 126 ✭✭Devilfish698


    Would you recommend updating to Android Oreo on the mi a1? Does it have any bugs?


  • #419
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    I had a problem with Bluetooth and my Polar heart rate monitor.
    It was fine on Nougat but would not work on Oreo.

    Found this link which refers to Bluetooth car issues.
    It seems there are 3 versions of Bluetooth available on the Mi A1.

    AVRCP 1.4, 1.5 and 1.6.

    1.4 would not work for me but 1.5 was fine.

    https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Xperia-XZ-Premium/After-Oreo-update-cant-get-bluetooth-media-working-in-my-Mini/td-p/1273218#gref


    Try this workaround:

    Unpair both devices from each other.
    Go to Settings -> System -> About phone -> tap multiple times on "Build number" until you enable "Developer options"
    Go back to Settings -> System -> Developer options -> Networking -> Bluetooth AVRCP Version -> Choose AVRCP 1.4 or 1.5
    Restart your phone
    Pair devices and test.


  • #420
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    Amazon Spain seems to be a bit on the slow side even where items are in stock.

    Ordered on the the 5th. Got UPS # on the 8th but still not received in UPS facility.

    Predicting delivery on Tuesday.

    8 days for in stock item seems way below Amazons usual standard.


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  • #421
    paddy19
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,145 ✭✭✭paddy19


    Would you recommend updating to Android Oreo on the mi A1? Does it have any bugs?

    Works well, couple of issues, all easily fixed.

    1. Battery life definitely shorter. Turning on "Data Saver" definitely helps.
    Not sure if its back to Nougat level, hard to be sure without measurements.

    2. Bluetooth not working with some devices. Change to AVRCP 1.5 fixed this.

    3. My favorite anti-tracking, ad-blocking, anti-phishing browser Ghostery doesn't work. Went over to its sister application Cliqz which works fine.

    Other than these niggles worked fine for me.


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