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Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (/pro) [WHYRED][China/Global] ***(Please read first post)***

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  • #102
    Bobby_D
    Registered Users Posts: 46 ✭Bobby_D


    Has anyone bit the bullet on this yet?

    These guys have the 4+64gb black global ver. listed if anyone has ever used the website?

    https://www.eudirect.shop/product/xiaomi-redmi-note-5/

    The link says redmi 5 but it looks to be the 5 pro to me. They have front camera listed as 5mp though???


  • #103
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,015 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    I havent used them before. But they are pricey! €272 inc delivery. I'd be wary of shops saying they have stock at the minute - thats just me. If you are not in a hurry, i'd wait it out a bit. I reckon the price will drop and it will be available in the likes of Honorbuy / Hongkong Goldway.


  • #104
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Bobby_D wrote: »
    Has anyone bit the bullet on this yet?

    These guys have the 4+64gb black global ver. listed if anyone has ever used the website?

    https://www.eudirect.shop/product/xiaomi-redmi-note-5/

    The link says redmi 5 but it looks to be the 5 pro to me. They have front camera listed as 5mp though???


    Check the comments of the link: -
    EuDirect

    We currently only have the Chinese version which comes with global multilanguage ROM with Google Play store installed. Global version will be available later this month.


    Also expensive at €255 + €17 Shipping.


  • #105
    Bobby_D
    Registered Users Posts: 46 ✭Bobby_D


    Ah i've waited this long i suppose i'll just wait it out.
    The battery on my galaxy S6 is really poor at the moment so i'm going to order as soon as i see a reliable shop with it in stock.

    Thanks for the replies anyway I didnt bother to read the comments on the link. And thanks for all the info in general Corkie (y)


  • #106
    Bobby_D
    Registered Users Posts: 46 ✭Bobby_D


    Bobby_D wrote: »
    Ah i've waited this long i suppose i'll just wait it out.
    The battery on my galaxy S6 is really poor at the moment so i'm going to order as soon as i see a reliable shop with it in stock.

    Thanks for the replies anyway I didnt bother to read the comments on the link. And thanks for all the info in general Corkie (y)

    looked further into the comments and found this.


    Guest
    Lucy1 day 23 hours ago
    Hi,
    Is global version available now?

    0∧ | ∨ Reply

    Support
    EuDirect1 day 23 hours ago
    Yes, global version is available.

    0∧ | ∨ Reply

    Guest
    EM1 day 20 hours ago
    Hello, is OFFICIAL global version with B20 band ?

    0∧ | ∨ Reply

    Support
    EuDirect1 day 20 hours ago
    Yes.

    0∧ | ∨ Reply


  • #107
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,932 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
    Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.

    Dear Valued Customer



    Thank you for your recent order at Gearbest.com.

    Unfortunately, we regret to inform you that due to an issue with the suppliers, we can not ship your order out as items are unavailable now. We are taking measures to ensure that this issue does not happen again.

    So I just went back to Gearbest and whilst my order is cancelled they have jacked up their price by @10%;


  • #108
    fixXxer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,330 ✭✭✭fixXxer


    gearbest at their tricks and japes again :)


  • #109
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,015 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    corkie wrote: »
    Price increase of Redmi Note 5 Pro in India!

    https://twitter.com/XiaomiIndia/status/990871304634068993

    Hopefully it doesn't have an effect on the China/Global Variations.
    I was hoping for prices to stabilize and possibly drop, not rise.
    banie01 wrote: »
    Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
    Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.

    Dear Valued Customer
    Thank you for your recent order at Gearbest.com.

    Unfortunately, we regret to inform you that due to an issue with the suppliers, we can not ship your order out as items are unavailable now. We are taking measures to ensure that this issue does not happen again.

    So I just went back to Gearbest and whilst my order is cancelled they have jacked up their price by @10%;

    There was a price increase so I would imagine others will put their prices up also.
    Not ideal them cancelling it especially if you are waiting on this phone. Cancelling a preorder is bad form but I guess that's how GB do business.

    Im holding off ordering for a bit as I don't trust anybody showing "in stock" just yet.


  • #110
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    banie01 wrote: »
    Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
    Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.


    Looks like they have done it to others as well.
    fixxxer wrote: »
    gearbest at their tricks and japes again :)


    _____________________________________________________________________________________________________

    Xiaomi phones to be sold in Three stores in UK, Italy, and other European markets

    The Beijing-based firm today announced that it has partnered with CK Hutchinson to bring Xiaomi products to Three Group Europe stores in Austria, Denmark, Italy, Ireland, Sweden, and the U.K.

    The question is will the devices be locked to the Three Network, if you decide to purchase through that method!

    BRIEF-CK Hutchison Holdings Forms Global Strategic Alliance With Xiaomi


  • #111
    honda boi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,741 ✭✭✭honda boi


    Seen goldway has the global version .
    Should be in stock shouldn't it
    Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
    http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns


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  • #112
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,932 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    honda boi wrote: »
    Seen goldway has the global version .
    Should be in stock shouldn't it
    Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
    http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns

    When you go to order from Goldway it gives a ship time of 30days even for the DHL option


  • #113
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    honda boi wrote: »
    Seen goldway has the global version .
    Should be in stock shouldn't it
    Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
    http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns
    banie01 wrote: »
    When you go to order from Goldway it gives a ship time of 30days even for the DHL option

    Note on the page for 4/64gb: -

    Good News:

    Redmi Note 5 64GB Global Version with Original EU Charger.
    Real In Stock Now. Fast Shipping

    They probably haven't updated the shipping Information since place holder listings.

    Also the price has dropped from

    4/64gb - Standard with case - €215.87 + €21.59 DHL shipping.

    to

    4/64gb - Standard with case - €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.

    3/32gb - Standard with case - is also down to € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping, from €186.81 + €21.59 DHL shipping.

    Someone should fire off a message to the seller before ordering to clarify shipping times.


  • #114
    gerrybbadd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,301 ✭✭✭✭gerrybbadd


    Xiaomi have partnered with Three to launch their devices throughout Europe

    https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-phones-three-uk-italy-europe-861583/

    Ireland is specifically mentioned


  • #115
    Bahanaman
    Registered Users Posts: 1,180 ✭✭✭Bahanaman


    gerrybbadd wrote: »
    Xiaomi have partnered with Three to launch their devices throughout Europe

    https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-phones-three-uk-italy-europe-861583/

    Ireland is specifically mentioned

    Hope that doesn't drive up the prices!


  • #116
    rizzee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,797 ✭✭✭rizzee


    Of course it will drive up the prices...They can't keep prices the same as Asian websites then Samsung/iPhone sales will go down in Ireland. I'd expect a 100 euro premium added on (a Mi A1 would be 250, for example - i know the A2 will be around then, possibly even the A3 if it's next year). That's my opinion on it.

    What's to stop people buying Global versions online for cheaper anyway?


  • #117
    gerrybbadd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,301 ✭✭✭✭gerrybbadd


    Ya, knowing Three, they will add their own premium to the cost. And likely have the handsets locked down to their network as well

    I suppose one plus is, guaranteed Band 20 support for the handsets, removing that question from the equation


  • #118
    rizzee
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,797 ✭✭✭rizzee


    You're right. Less time waiting around for the global device online. But still... i'd wait the few weeks or so if saving €€... at least you can check out what the phones are like in the shop then anyway!


  • #119
    gerrybbadd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 10,301 ✭✭✭✭gerrybbadd


    rizzee wrote: »
    You're right. Less time waiting around for the global device online. But still... i'd wait the few weeks or so if saving €€... at least you can check out what the phones are like in the shop then anyway!

    I'm an absolute disaster when it comes to gadgets though. If i had it in my hands, there and then, i'd get too excited and buy the damn thing there and then!


  • #120
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    gerrybbadd wrote: »
    Ya, knowing Three, they will add their own premium to the cost. And likely have the handsets locked down to their network as well

    I suppose one plus is, guaranteed Band 20 support for the handsets, removing that question from the equation

    Do three Ireland still sell sim locked phones?


    Three UK don't do it since 2014! : - http://www.three.co.uk/hub/what-is-an-unlocked-phone/

    I asked the same question in the main Chinese Android Thread.

    To make sure of Band 20 when ordering you just have to check the specs. Must online stores have clearly marked there devices as Global Variation.
    (Not to be mistaken with Global Rom flashed on a Chinese version.)


    Edit: -

    May the 4th be with you!


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  • #121
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Honorbuy have pre-order listings with prices!


    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Black
    €207.49 [Compared to Goldway €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.]


    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Gold
    €182.59 [Goldway € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping]


    Plus €15 for EU shipping.
    Note:

    -This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.

    -Pre order & Get Free Gift: 1 x Tempered film


    Good prices compared to Goldway!


    Edit: -

    May the 4th be with you!


  • #122
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    corkie wrote: »
    Honorbuy have pre-order listings with prices!


    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Black
    €207.49 [Compared to Goldway €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.]


    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Gold
    €182.59 [Goldway € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping]


    Plus €15 for EU shipping.




    Good prices compared to Goldway!


    Edit: -

    May the 4th be with you!


    Just bought. Use KIMOVIL for a €5 discount


  • #123
    basill
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,349 ✭✭✭basill


    Any decent cases for these types of phones? Have always spent the money on quality cases for my iphones such as Lifeproof, Otterbox and the usual suspects. Any similar products for these android products. Want it to be drop proof. Going to make the switch as I could really use the dual sim functionality.


  • #124
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    looks like the camera is a good improvement over the Note 4. and the snapdragon 636 is all most people would conceivably need.

    guy here saying that it's up to S7 level in good light. (not low-light though)
    low-light is still not going to be great but that's the way - only the real flagships from Samsung, Apple, LG and Huawei do well in low-light with their better sensors and high-investment in the camera software side and where CPU power does make a difference for video.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muGQvPg_kgE&t=463s

    no NFC starting to become a bit of a bugbear though as it gets more useful to have it.


  • #125
    irishchris
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,233 ✭✭✭irishchris


    Any European stock websites of this yet? I tried the link for honorbuy but it says out of stock, no pre-order option? Many thanks for any help


  • #126
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    irishchris wrote: »
    Any European stock websites of this yet? I tried the link for honorbuy but it says out of stock, no pre-order option? Many thanks for any help
    .Note:
    -This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.

    Just add to cart and pay.


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  • #127
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,319 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    south wrote: »
    Just add to cart and pay.

    The Global versions are OOS so you can't


  • #128
    irishchris
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,233 ✭✭✭irishchris


    south wrote: »
    Just add to cart and pay.
    Unfortunately it won't let me as says out of stock :-(


  • #129
    NATLOR
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,319 ✭✭✭NATLOR


    irishchris wrote: »
    Unfortunately it won't let me as says out of stock :-(

    According to a couple of posters on the Xiaomi Reddit thread Hongkong Goldway are shipping the phone this week.They have it at between €208-€234 (depending on colour) including duty free DHL shipping

    https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/product/Global-Version-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-5-4GB-RAM-64GB-ROM-SmartPhone-Snapdragon-636-Octa-Core/311331_32856462704.html?spm=a2g03.12010612.0.0.615367f1VpS2lw


  • #130
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    New pre-orders are up on Honorbuy! With a price increase!
    Note:

    -This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 8th May will be sent out on around 22rd May 2018.

    -Pre order & Get Free Gift: 1 x Tempered film

    4gb Now €212.49 + shipping. (was €207.49)
    3gb Now €186.99 + shipping. (was €182.59)


    I wonder does the KIMOVIL code for €5 off still work as posted in thread.



    On another note: -

    Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 6GB+64GB Variant Discounted After Mi 6X Launch!
    However, this is some interesting news as it indicates that we may soon see the Redmi Note 5 being offered for way less. Even the 4GB RAM version had its price slashed slightly and is now up for 1,259 yuan instead of 1,399 yuan. (~221). Already, the price tag for the 4GB RAM version on GearBest is pretty affordable at $229 while the 3GB RAM version is offered for $199. We hope to see the price come down some more as it is too close to the pricing of the Snapdagon 660-powered Mi 6X.

    Prices might also drop for the global version, so wondering if it is worthwhile to wait?


  • #131
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,015 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    Looking at the spec differences. The MicroSD card slot is a big draw for me on the Redmi 5. Think I'll hold off on that.


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  • #132
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    GBX wrote: »
    Looking at the spec differences. The MicroSD card slot is a big draw for me on the Redmi 5. Think I'll hold off on that.

    Is that the device your referring to? Seems to use the same SDCard in sim slot as the note. Did you mean Redmi 6?


  • #133
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,015 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    Sorry - Redmi Note 5 Pro. Yeah losing a sim slot is not an issue for me. But the ability to have removable storage is a plus.


  • #134
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Bit the bullet and put through my Order with Honorbuy!


    Had shipping price incorrect in my previous posts, it is €22 to Ireland!
    It was defaulting to another country!

    KIMOVIL coupon €5 off is still valid!


  • #135
    basill
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,349 ✭✭✭basill


    Anyone got any news on when the pre-orders are actually going to ship?


  • #136
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    basill wrote: »
    Anyone got any news on when the pre-orders are actually going to ship?

    From honorbuy? When did you order?

    orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.
    orders placed from 8th May will be sent out on around 22rd May 2018.

    As quoted in the thread above!


  • #137
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    basill wrote: »
    Any decent cases for these types of phones? Have always spent the money on quality cases for my iphones such as Lifeproof, Otterbox and the usual suspects. Any similar products for these android products. Want it to be drop proof. Going to make the switch as I could really use the dual sim functionality.

    Just ordered my phone today off honorbuy, plus also placed an order for the case I linked here.


    Payed a little extra for shipping on the case so it would not come by slow free post.


  • #138
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    My order has been shipped! Honourbuy.


  • #139
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 16,932 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    I'm still waiting on my Son's phone to ship...
    Unfortunately he ordered Blue and HK Goldway are waiting on Restock, they did offer to swap colours in fairness.

    Much better experience than Gearbest.


  • #140
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.


  • #141
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    south wrote: »
    DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.

    That is certainly prompt service!




    Also see they stop offering the free gift on the 3/32gb version.
    Also estimated delivery times are different on the storage/ram versions, because they have 3/32gb in stock, where the 4/64gb is pre-order.


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  • #142
    irishchris
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,233 ✭✭✭irishchris


    south wrote: »
    My order has been shipped! Honourbuy.

    Excellent, let us know how you find it.

    Also was this the 3GB or 4gb model?


  • #143
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    irishchris wrote: »
    Excellent, let us know how you find it.

    Also was this the 3GB or 4gb model?

    4gb model. I placed the order on the 5th.


  • #144
    Stevek101
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,281 ✭✭✭Stevek101


    Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?


  • #145
    GBX
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 12,015 ✭✭✭✭GBX


    Stevek101 wrote: »
    Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

    Who knows the in the past maybe. But yeah these are the global variant with band 20.


  • #146
    fixXxer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,330 ✭✭✭fixXxer


    Stevek101 wrote: »
    Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

    Gearbest?


  • #147
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    Coming/Launching in Xiaomi Spain on May 17th!

    https://twitter.com/XiaomiEspana/status/994906214353047552

    Translated: -

    " The wait was worth it. We present the desired # RedmiNote5 ! All the details next Thursday, May 17 at https://bit.ly/2I8thaQ "

    Possibly to be available on Amazon.es xiaomi, on or after that date, for people weary of other reseller options.




    south wrote: »
    DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.

    Was it delivered to you today?



    Stevek101 wrote: »
    Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?


    The store has been getting favorable mentions and feedback on the main Chinese devices thread. That is why I decided to mention them in the op and also place an order myself. Trustpilot has some bad reviews, but that is because people with a bad experience are more vocal than positive feedback.


  • #148
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    Still with the courier is the last update I got.


  • #149
    Stevek101
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,281 ✭✭✭Stevek101


    I hope you's get on good, as soon as you's are happy I'll bite. I had a bad experience with Hong Kong Goldway before leaving me reluctant to purchase phones.


  • #150
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,639 ✭✭✭south


    IMG_20180511_185103.jpg

    IMG_20180511_193619.jpg

    IMG_20180511_193738.jpg


    IMG_20180511_193759.jpg


    Just to point out,this didn't come with an adapter for the two pin power plug.


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  • #151
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,631 ✭✭✭corkie


    south wrote: »
    Just to point out,this didn't come with an adapter for the two pin power plug.


    The specs on the order page " Original Xiaomi EU Charger ".

    The adapter that came from aliexpress with my kenzo, was a piece crap without a fuse in it.

    And the china plug that came with the phone had exposed metal pins.

    Never used the supplied charger with the device.

    The EU plug can be used here, if you stick a match/screwdriver in the earth socket. Or get a fuse adapter like this somewhere : - http://www.freetv.ie/plug-adapter/



    What is your MIUI Version (Settings - About Phone) report the full string.

    Check for a vendor/reseller rom.

    Have you also tested LTE Bands Supported by the device.

    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.master.ltecellinfo

    ^^^ Above or similar app.

    It had Global Version on the box, but just to put @Stevek101 mind at ease.


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