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

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  • #242
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    ^ Great stuff, thanks.

    Have an account after buying the Mi Band yoke..

    Seems I don't have to request unlock - it's not asking me to fill in a form, just goes straight to the download software page.. .


  • #243
    Snake Plisken
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 13,990 ✭✭✭✭Snake Plisken


    UsedToWait wrote: »
    Ordered two cases - the one corkie posted, and this, more industrial looking one - I reckon I might need it, as I drop phones on the regular..

    That second one is a design knock off of the Spigen Rugged Armour case they make for iPhones and Samsung phones. I have an original and the knock off. For my iPhone 6S Plus.The only issue I had with the knock off was the rubber grommets that covered the ports did not fit right and kept coming out. But the design is solid and should provide great protection for your phone.


  • #244
    Grassey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,393 ✭✭✭Grassey


    15% battery left as I type this, so far on 33 hours since charge, 7 hours screen on full brightness.

    Very impressed that I can get 2 days out of it. My not 4 was barely lasting until lunch (and that was with a battery double the size of the one in this phone!)


  • #245
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Email from aliex... Had this case advertised!


    KONSMART 2018 New Phone Case For Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Hybrid Hard Back Cover Global Version Redmi Note 5 Case 4GB 64GB 5.99"



    Another rom release: -

    [ROM][UNOFFICIAL][8.1.0_r29]CypherOS 6.0.0[WHYRED][03/06/2018]

    Edit 4th June: - noticed 2 more roms release: -

    [ROM][8.1.0][OFFICIAL][LOS-Based] crDroid v4.3 [WHYRED][04.06.2018]

    [ROM][UNOFFICIAL][8.1.0_r20] dotOS 2.2[DUI][Whyred]




    And a new custom Kernel: -

    [KERNEL][O][4.4.135+] ★BlackBox-Kernel-R1.0★ | From the Darkest Dungeons
    ^^^ Not to be flashed on MIUI

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #246
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    Shipment notification received from Goldway - DHL tracking shows as 'shipment info received' ..

    Anyone who used Goldway remember how long it was from receiving this email to delivery?

    I'm hoping about a week, but they did put an estimate of 7-15 days for the DHL shipping method..


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  • #247
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,863 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    UsedToWait wrote: »
    Shipment notification received from Goldway - DHL tracking shows as 'shipment info received' ..

    Anyone who used Goldway remember how long it was from receiving this email to delivery?

    I'm hoping about a week, but they did put an estimate of 7-15 days for the DHL shipping method..

    Goldway ship via UPS to the UK in bulk then that shipment is broken down to individual orders and sent on via DHL with the tracking number they advise.
    Usually @5 working days from "shipment info received" to delivery.


  • #248
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    corkie wrote: »
    Email from aliex... Had this case advertised!


    KONSMART 2018 New Phone Case For Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 Pro Hybrid Hard Back Cover Global Version Redmi Note 5 Case 4GB 64GB 5.99"


    At €2.65 via the app (with slow boat shipping), I couldn't resist - that's 3 cases I have coming now, but the dearest was less than a tenner, and the other a fiver..





    edit: for some reason, my payments via the Ali website have been failing the last few days - had to order using the app.,


  • #249
    banie01
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 17,863 ✭✭✭✭banie01


    UsedToWait wrote: »
    At €2.65 via the app (with slow boat shipping), I couldn't resist - that's 3 cases I have coming now, but the dearest was less than a tenner, and the other a fiver..





    edit: for some reason, my payments via the Ali website have been failing the last few days - had to order using the app.,

    I tend to use the Ali app to add bits to my my basket and then checkout via desktop.
    The savings in the app are often exaggerated and using Desktop means that I can avail of cashback of @4.5% via topcashback.co.uk


  • #250
    caution
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 48 ✭caution


    Has anyone purchased this from eglobal. I see it is €198 there at the moment for the 4/64gb version. Looks to be cheapest. I'm not 100% it's the global version although they appear to mention on other phones if this they are selling the Chinese version. Can anyone tell from the description? Cheers.

    https://www.eglobalcentral.eu/xiaomi-redmi-note-5-4gb-64gb-dual-sim-black.html#description


  • #251
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    caution wrote: »
    Has anyone purchased this from eglobal. I see it is €198 there at the moment for the 4/64gb version. Looks to be cheapest. I'm not 100% it's the global version although they appear to mention on other phones if this they are selling the Chinese version. Can anyone tell from the description? Cheers.

    https://www.eglobalcentral.eu/xiaomi-redmi-note-5-4gb-64gb-dual-sim-black.html#description


    It has Band 20 listed, and the 13mp camera, which should mean it's not the Indian version, so I think this makes it the global version.


    Haven't used eglobal - think experiences have been mixed - maybe check the camera forum - there's a long running thread there.


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  • #252
    caution
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 48 ✭caution


    UsedToWait wrote: »
    It has Band 20 listed, and the 13mp camera, which should mean it's not the Indian version, so I think this makes it the global version.


    Haven't used eglobal - think experiences have been mixed - maybe check the camera forum - there's a long running thread there.

    Appreciate the response, I saw it has the 636 processor so I think its the right phone, the Indian version has the 625. I was not sure if it was the Chinese or global rom. You are probably right about the presence of band 20 making it the global version. Have ordered from eglobal in the past, granted a few years ago but had no issues.


  • #253
    Helpneeded86
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 526 ✭✭✭Helpneeded86


    Im no expert on these phones but I assume for the price I am getting a good bang for my buck with this phone vs a similar priced phone in a shop.

    Going to buy from this link unless anyone advises me not to.

    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/-/32856462704.html?spm=a2g0s.13010208.99999999.261.7b9d3c00eOGqs5


  • #254
    south
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,649 ✭✭✭south


    Screenshot_2018-06-06-18-09-12-490_com.android.updater.png

    A new update this afternoon


  • #255
    coco0981
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,298 ✭✭✭coco0981


    Just about to buy this and was just wondering if anyone can say this is definitely the global version (99% sure it is as it says UK)
    I know it's the redmi pro and not the note BTW, is the note a better option?

    [url]Https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B079VS947C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2SEWHLF8M4EYC&psc=1[/url]


  • #256
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    coco0981 wrote: »
    Just about to buy this and was just wondering if anyone can say this is definitely the global version (99% sure it is as it says UK)
    I know it's the redmi pro and not the note BTW, is the note a better option?

    [url]Https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B079VS947C/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=A2SEWHLF8M4EYC&psc=1[/url]


    It is the Redmi 5 Plus and not what this thread is about. The Redmi Note 5 is a far superior device.

    Your link for that is a very expensive for the device.

    Same device can be got for €161.49 + approx €22 shipping from honorbuy. <<< Redmi 5 Plus

    Or €154.06 + €22 shipping from Goldway <<< Redmi 5 Plus

    Your query would have been better posted in this thread.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #257
    coco0981
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,298 ✭✭✭coco0981


    corkie wrote: »
    It is the Redmi 5 Plus and not what this thread is about. The Redmi Note 5 is a far superior device.

    Your link for that is a very expensive for the device.

    Same device can be got for €161.49 + approx €22 shipping from honorbuy. <<< Redmi 5 Plus

    Or €154.06 + €22 shipping from Goldway <<< Redmi 5 Plus

    Your query would have been better posted in this thread.

    Thanks corkie

    Am I comparing the two correct phones in this link?

    https://m.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=8893&idPhone2=8959


  • #258
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    coco0981 wrote: »
    Thanks corkie

    Am I comparing the two correct phones in this link?

    https://m.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=8893&idPhone2=8959

    You not comparing the global versions of the phones.

    The Redmi Note 5 Pro is the India variation.

    The Redmi Note 5 AI is the global version.

    ^^^ Above two compared: - https://m.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=8893&idPhone2=9120

    And gsmarena does not have specs for global Redmi 5 Plus.

    Redmi Note 5 specs vs Redmi 5 Plus Specs

    RN5 has better processor 636 vs 625!
    Also better camera's

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #259
    Sicky
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 50 ✭✭Sicky


    Hi All,

    Looking at this for E220 delivered from Honorbuy. Is it a better phone than Huawei P20 lite/Smart? I haven't a clue about routing etc, can I use it straight out of the box with my 3 simcard?


  • #260
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Sicky wrote: »
    Hi All,

    Looking at this for E220 delivered from Honorbuy. Is it a better phone than Huawei P20 lite/Smart? I haven't a clue about routing etc, can I use it straight out of the box with my 3 simcard?


    Compare the two here.

    Note: - Huawei are no longer allowing bootloader unlocking

    The Redmi Note 5 can be gotten cheaper on Aliex.. Goldway for €202 includng shipping.


    Yes the global device will work on 3, takes a Nano Sim.

    Can be use out of the box, but you may want to debloat the device, to get rid of xiaomi adware.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #261
    captain_boycott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 540 ✭✭✭captain_boycott


    what version of Android/MIUI is currently on the RN5 global version?


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  • #262
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    captain_boycott wrote: »
    what version of Android/MIUI is currently on the RN5 global version?


    Android 8.1 MIUI 9.5 Global <<< I believe, but MIUI 10 is available as beta that can be flashed to the device.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #263
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    Mine has made the first leg of the journey via Goldway.. quite a circuitous route to the UK it took..

    Waiting patiently - current phone is working perfectly apart from reduced battery life, so I'll take my time setting up the WHYRED the way I like it.

    Will try RR rom first, and maybe a couple of launchers (I use Apex on this phone - anyone any suggestions on their favourite?)

    I know Corkie is running Resurrection Remix.
    Anyone care to report on what ROM you're running, or even how you're getting on with the stock MIUI?

    I need to root the phone regardless, for ad blocking, but had thought of trying miui first off - I think there's a version that has the stock ROM trimmed of bloatware that I could try...


  • #264
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    @UsedToWait The more popular debloated miui rom is called Xiaomi.eu, used it for over a year on my Kenzo, there is other versions but I didn't see them mentioned for whyred.

    As for launcher : - [5.0+] Ruthless (Pixel 2) Launcher (based on azaidi's AOSP Pixel Launcher)


    I use the version provided through XDA Labs as it is a standalone version and can be installed if you have stock pixel launcher on your device. The one provide in thread links is using the same app name. (I use it on my Nexus 9 because the XDA labs version was not available when setting it up).

    Use it even having Nova Prime for years, but never got around to setting it up on my devices.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #265
    caution
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 48 ✭caution


    Just as an update, I ordered last wednesday from eglobal. Paid 198 total for the 4gb/64gb version and it was delivered this morning, for anyone thinking of ordering. I find the phone good so far, impressed.


  • #266
    captain_boycott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 540 ✭✭✭captain_boycott


    ordered Friday night from Honorbuy, arrived Tuesday morning. Same fast delivery I got from previous orders via Geekbuying, also came from Italy warehouse. Are Geekbuying/Honorbuy just different front ends for the same store? Tracking details via DHL suggest they are.

    Anyway, regards the phone, first impressions are good. Love the aspect ratio and full screen mode but navigating using gestures instead of the buttons is taking some getting used to!

    I purchased tempered glass screen protector, and although it fits pretty well, the inside corners are square whilst the phone screen itself is rounded. You don't really lose much, just a pity it takes a little away from the look of an otherwise great screen.

    Too early to say if the battery is a good as the note 4.


  • #267
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    @captain_boycott

    Don't think there the same company. Probably just using similar distribution routes.

    As for Battery.

    Used my device RR-O-v6.1_12-06 + BB-R1.3 for 26 Hours and 30% Battery remaining. SOT 5h 15mins.

    Accubattery estimates a possible 7h 25m SOT on a full battery.

    I don't like listing SOT, because it so dependent on usage patterns, rom and kernel.
    • I use the device with screen off for downloading over VPN.
    • Transferring downloads to laptop over wifi.
    • Bluetooth Music streaming.
    • Battery draining games on Data. <<< A game used 17.1% 691.7 mAh over the above times.

    But I pretty happy with the performance, I'm getting out of it now on the above setup. As it is only a new rom flashed yesterday, it may stabilize and get better.


    Edit:- Sorry about your mismatching protectors, I got one with the device and another with a case. Both have rounded corners.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #268
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    corkie wrote: »
    @captain_boycott

    Don't think there the same company. Probably just using similar distribution routes.

    As for Battery.

    Used my device RR-O-v6.1_12-06 + BB-R1.3 for 26 Hours and 30% Battery remaining. SOT 5h 15mins.

    Accubattery estimates a possible 7h 25m SOT on a full battery.

    I don't like listing SOT, because it so dependent on usage patterns, rom and kernel.
    • I use the device with screen off for downloading over VPN.
    • Transferring downloads to laptop over wifi.
    • Bluetooth Music streaming.
    • Battery draining games on Data. <<< A game used 17.1% 691.7 mAh over the above times.

    But I pretty happy with the performance, I'm getting out of it now on the above setup. As it is only a new rom flashed yesterday, it may stabilize and get better.


    Edit:- Sorry about your mismatching protectors, I got one with the device and another with a case. Both have rounded corners.


    Corkie, I seem to be going down the rabbit hole a bit, as my phone crosses the Irish Sea, but could you explain, in a line or two:


    - why I would need a custom kernel (explain it like I'm a 2 year old please!)


    - the chronological order required
    - Unlock Bootloader, TWRP, Resurrection Remix, Magisk, Root, ?Kernel?


  • #269
    allthedoyles
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,892 ✭✭✭allthedoyles


    Can someone check their redmi note 5 and tell me it has select to speak in the accessibility menu . thanks


  • #270
    captain_boycott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 540 ✭✭✭captain_boycott


    allthedoyles wrote: »
    Can someone check their redmi note 5 and tell me it has select to speak in the accessibility menu . thanks

    yes


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  • #271
    allthedoyles
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,892 ✭✭✭allthedoyles


    captain_boycott wrote: »
    yes


    Brilliant - Thanks Capt.


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