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

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  • #302
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    robie5 wrote: »
    thanks corkie, reading through all that. One other question. Is it dual active sim? where i can have two sims operating at the same time.

    Have not tested personally, but the China/Global Versions has dual sim for LTE use.

    Dual SIM Android phones: Dual standby vs dual active

    Basically, the new Redmi Note 5 [Global/China] AI Dual Camera is a beefed up variant of the Redmi Note 5 Pro, and it brings a few important improvements, including dual 4G LTE and VoLTE support, Android 8.1 Oreo, and Quick charge 3.0 support. Let’s check what else this new phone has to offers and how is it different than the Redmi Note 5 Pro.

    Quote taken from here, can't remember where I last saw it mentioned.

    Don't know if it active or standby.

    It uses Dual Standby, see reply below.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #303
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Redmi Note 5 [China/Global] uses Dual LTE Standby!

    Redmi Note 5 China Supports Dual 4G stand-by while Redmi Note 5 Pro doesn't. In addition, Redmi Note 5 Pro only supports VoLTE in one SIM at a time unlike Dual VoLTE can be used Simultaneously in Redmi Note 5 China.

    Note: Dual VoLTE in Redmi Note 5 China means VoLTE are supports on both SIM but not at same time. Snapdragon X12 modem of Snapdragon 636 doesn't support Dual VoLTE on dual SIMs, only Snapdragon X24 modem and X20 (Snapdragon 845) has this feature. Hence, when both SIMs are used in Redmi Note 5 China, one SIM supports VoLTE, the other one doesn't, it can used simultaneously since Dual 4G standby supported.

    From: - http://en.miui.com/thread-2047988-1-1.html

    @robie5 Hope that answers your question, probably bigger reply to using "Active" in your question.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #304
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    Ordered from honorbuy on Saturday. It's shipped today :)


  • #305
    robie5
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 50 ✭✭robie5


    Thanks corkie understand it now.


  • #306
    captain_boycott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 540 ✭✭✭captain_boycott


    Got the following reply from Honorbuy to my query about the lack of a cutout over the front facing camera (and light sensor) Guess I just need to choose between sharp pictures versus screen protection!

    Hello,
    Thanks for your feedback.
    There are no holes for front facing camera and light sensor.
    But they are transparent to protect for the front facing camera and light sensor.
    They will not influence the usage of the phone.
    Please don't worry.
    Have a nice day.


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  • #307
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    [MUIU Forums][Public Beta] [Others] MIUI 10 China Developer ROM 8.6.19 Released: Full Changelog and Download Links!


    ^^^ China rom, just spotted that now, maybe global will follow along soon.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #308
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    Got my phone today. Really nice.


  • #309
    Grassey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,393 ✭✭✭Grassey


    captain_boycott wrote: »
    Got the following reply from Honorbuy to my query about the lack of a cutout over the front facing camera (and light sensor) Guess I just need to choose between sharp pictures versus screen protection!

    Hello,
    Thanks for your feedback.
    There are no holes for front facing camera and light sensor.
    But they are transparent to protect for the front facing camera and light sensor.
    They will not influence the usage of the phone.
    Please don't worry.
    Have a nice day.

    Completely nuts, as mentioned earlier, ordered mine from there and both had correct cutouts!


  • #310
    captain_boycott
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 540 ✭✭✭captain_boycott


    Grassey wrote: »
    Completely nuts, as mentioned earlier, ordered mine from there and both had correct cutouts!

    Grassey, can you just re-check one thing for me...you got both black and white protectors, yea?...can you check that not only is there an opening for the front camera and light sensor, but that the glass is actually drilled thru on both?

    Just want to be sure it not just that a transparent opening is there but that the camera light has to travel through the glass protector, resulting a softer image and light glare from the glass.


  • #311
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    @captain_boycott On mine it is NOT cut out (honorbuy) but just clear class. It doesn't bother me, since I don't take much selfies!

    On the one that came with my case it is actually cut out.

    ⓘ "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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  • #312
    Grassey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,393 ✭✭✭Grassey


    captain_boycott wrote:
    Grassey, can you just re-check one thing for me...you got both black and white protectors, yea?...can you check that not only is there an opening for the front camera and light sensor, but that the glass is actually drilled thru on both?

    Sorry maybe I misunderstood. The black/white part is cutout, the clear glass element covers the lens/sensors


  • #313
    celtic_oz
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,734 ✭✭✭celtic_oz


    sorry guys are these the versions in honourbuy the right ones to buy ..

    https://www.honorbuy.com/226-xiaomi-redmi-note-5-global-version


    just want to be sure before I pull the trigger.. need to get the phone within 10 days .. possible ?

    thanks


  • #314
    Grassey
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,393 ✭✭✭Grassey


    celtic_oz wrote: »
    sorry guys are these the versions in honourbuy the right ones to buy ..

    https://www.honorbuy.com/226-xiaomi-redmi-note-5-global-version


    just want to be sure before I pull the trigger.. need to get the phone within 10 days .. possible ?

    thanks

    Yes, I ordered 2 of those 64/4 ones from there - delivered in about 3 days


  • #315
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    Just bought another one for the wife.

    GPS was faultless tonight going the back roads from Dublin city centre to Kildare. Much better than the RN4.

    4g is also constant.


  • #316
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    2 questions from me

    Is the camera good (I'd settle for half decent I know I'm not going to get Samsung quality camera like I had on my note 4) but one that allowed the kids to be identifiable in low light would be nice to have

    And is it very long and skinny? The skinny bit gets me more than the long bit. Is it very narrow? I feel some of the new phones are like looking at a letterbox they're too skinny for me!


  • #317
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    ImARebel wrote: »
    2 questions from me

    Is the camera good (I'd settle for half decent I know I'm not going to get Samsung quality camera like I had on my note 4) but one that allowed the kids to be identifiable in low light would be nice to have

    And is it very long and skinny? The skinny bit gets me more than the long bit. Is it very narrow? I feel some of the new phones are like looking at a letterbox they're too skinny for me!

    Camera seems fine.
    It's the width of my RN4 but a bit longer.


  • #318
    allthedoyles
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,892 ✭✭✭allthedoyles


    ImARebel wrote: »
    2 questions from me

    Is the camera good (I'd settle for half decent I know I'm not going to get Samsung quality camera like I had on my note 4) but one that allowed the kids to be identifiable in low light would be nice to have

    And is it very long and skinny? The skinny bit gets me more than the long bit. Is it very narrow? I feel some of the new phones are like looking at a letterbox they're too skinny for me!


    I'm setting one up for a guy tomorrow night , so I will let you know what I think. The one I bought was advertised at 8mm thick , but there is a case linked on Post no. 291 , and I'm sure this would thicken it up a bit .


    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Dazzle-Case-For-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-5-Global-Silicone-Rugged-Armor-Dual-Case-With-Stand-For/32870602343.html?spm=2114.search0104.3.150.50874f81XxN2da&ws_ab_test=searchweb0_0,searchweb201602_3_10152_10151_10065_10344_5723115_10068_5722815_10342_10343_10340_5722915_10341_5722615_10696_10084_10083_10618_10304_10307_10820_10821_10302_5722715_10059_100031_10103_10624_10623_10622_5722515_10621_10620,searchweb201603_50,ppcSwitch_5&algo_expid=3dd9ce84-2495-4d76-9389-a52c92f04329-19&algo_pvid=3dd9ce84-2495-4d76-9389-a52c92f04329&transAbTest=ae803_1&priceBeautifyAB=0


  • #319
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    Honour buy has a nice flip case for 4 dollars.


  • #320
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    Camera comparison + App ports for custom rooted roms.

    Redmi Note 5 Pro vs Pixel 2 vs iPhone X | Ultimate Camera Comparison!


    Edit:- Comparison of India version, China/Global has even better cameras than it.


    Camera Ports for Custom Roms rooted roms!

    Gcam by BSG and variations:-

    [XDA] Working Google Camera Mod by BSG

    [XDA][Collection] Working Gcams For Redmi Note 5 Pro [1-06-2018]

    ^^^ I'm using MGC_5.2.022.apk <<< Looking at the threads it is a dated version and probably should update.

    ^^^ If you want GCam Ports on custom rom, choose your Gapps package carefully.



    Nokia Pro Port: -

    [XDA] [APP][7.0+][Universal] Nokia Camera 8.1041.71 with Pro Mode ENABLED



    Magisk Module Mi A1 Port <<< Suppose to enable dual cameras on custom roms.

    [XDA] OREO - MiA1 Stock rom Camera app on any custom rom


    Have not got around to testing Mi A1 port yet.

    corkie wrote: »
    BSG GCam Port vs. Nokia Pro Port!

    Took two snaps tonight of the similar scene.

    Gcam Port Picture.

    Nokia Pro Port.

    I think the Nokia Port wins as you can zoom in on the sign and read the title.

    Both taken with default camera settings on (16:9) 9.0 megapixels.




    @ImARebel Hope that answers your question about camera's and welcome to the thread, direct here I believe by a post in Chinese phone thread. I'm on a custom rom, but you can see the quality of photo from the above.

    Edit: - @South took some pictures and shared here.

    I thought, I shared more camera comparison videos before in the thread, maybe in the main Chinese Thread, check youtube for more.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #321
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    That's great info corkie thanks so much

    I'm not up on the custom roms bit (I get it, I just don't plan doing it)

    Have I read it right, I don't need a custom rom to use the Nokia pro port? (sorry if I've misunderstood!)


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  • #322
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    ImARebel wrote: »
    That's great info corkie thanks so much

    I'm not up on the custom roms bit (I get it, I just don't plan doing it)

    Have I read it right, I don't need a custom rom to use the Nokia pro port? (sorry if I've misunderstood!)


    Sorry ports should work on MIUI as well, once your rooted and enable Camera2Api.

    But you already have MIUI camera app, so you would not need the Mi A1 port.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #323
    ImARebel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 793 ✭✭✭ImARebel


    Hm, I think I'll stick with the camera app that comes with the phone, I don't want to chance messing with it. I don't think I've enough knowledge for rooting or custom roms

    I've flashed a tablet before when it went belly up (I'd nothing to lose by trying it) but not sure I'd be willing to risk a brand new phone, lol


  • #324
    eagle eye
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 40,558 ✭✭✭✭eagle eye


    I have the mi A1. What's different and what's better about this phone?


  • #325
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    eagle eye wrote: »
    I have the mi A1. What's different and what's better about this phone?

    Processor 636 vs 625
    Better cameras
    Bigger Display and battery (4,000 vs 3,080)
    No USB Type C on RN5

    Compare: - https://www.gsmarena.com/compare.php3?idPhone1=9120&idPhone2=8776#hong-kong,global,*



    ^^^ Again compared to Indian RN5 Pro, better cameras on Global/China version.

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #326
    dinneenp
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,231 ✭✭✭dinneenp


    eagle eye wrote: »
    I have the mi A1. What's different and what's better about this phone?

    Overall, the Redmi Note 5 Pro is undoubtedly a more powerful phone than the Mi A1. The phone also excels in the camera department except for the portraits, display is also more immersive, and it dominates the Mi A1 in terms of battery life as well.

    So the only department where the Mi A1 stands out is the design and ease of usability. So, if you don't care about the software and the design much, then Redmi Note 5 Pro is what you need.

    From https://www.techradar.com/news/redmi-note-5-pro-vs-xiaomi-mi-a1


  • #327
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 8,401 ✭✭✭corkie


    KONSMART <<<< Not a recommended Case!
    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"

    Order from the 4th - Departed country on the 8th - Arrived today 21st

    Tracking number: UC763643178CN
    Logistics company: China Post Ordinary Small Packet Plus


    Does not offer any more protection than the TPU case, that came with the phone. Handy as backup case. If this case get scuffed!

    @UsedToWait You also ordered the case, your thoughts on it?

    ⓘ "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” «



  • #328
    UsedToWait
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,273 ✭✭✭UsedToWait


    corkie wrote: »


    Does not offer any more protection than the TPU case, that came with the phone. Handy as backup case. If this case get scuffed!

    @UsedToWait You also ordered the case, your thoughts on it?


    Pity.. no, mine hasn't arrived yet..


    (Also got hit with 360 hour wait to unlock bootloader (seems the other method people were using on xda has been blocked)


  • #329
    ryaner777
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,107 ✭✭✭ryaner777


    Ordered Tuesday at 9am from honor buy and phones arrived today at 11am. Just over 48 hours. Great service.

    Ordered both the 3+32 and the 4+64 versions for a total of €384. Happy with that.

    Now to find a nice case.


  • #330
    mrroboito
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 84 ✭✭mrroboito


    Received the Note 5, 64/4 today. €214 delivered (I added the Nillki or something case which I wouldn't recommend because it looks manky so I could have saved a few bob there) from Goldwater using a link someone had up here. I bought it to replace the Lenovo P2 I smashed last month and it seems well able to do that from first impressions. Nice phone. Cheers for all the posts on here, helped me make up my mind after a ridiculous amount of research. Hopefully the standard rubber/silicon/tpu/whatever case will do for a while anyway.


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  • #331
    uck51js9zml2yt
    Closed Accounts Posts: 18,268 ✭✭✭✭uck51js9zml2yt


    ryaner777 wrote: »
    Ordered Tuesday at 9am from honor buy and phones arrived today at 11am. Just over 48 hours. Great service.

    Ordered both the 3+32 and the 4+64 versions for a total of €384. Happy with that.

    Now to find a nice case.

    I ordered last night.i expect it tomorrow.
    Nilkin had a decent case on honorbuy.


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