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Xiaomi Mi A2

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  • #2
    OldMrBrennan83
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  • #3
    BopNiblets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,579 ✭✭✭BopNiblets


    Decent camera comparison video vs the OnePlus 6 and the Samsung S9:
    https://youtu.be/BNyjeNgl7sM

    Guy also has an unboxing of it.

    Is unlockable bootloader a given with this? Might be my next phone.


  • #4
    Marty101
    Registered Users Posts: 26 ✭Marty101


    BopNiblets wrote: »
    Decent camera comparison video vs the OnePlus 6 and the Samsung S9:
    https://youtu.be/BNyjeNgl7sM

    Guy also has an unboxing of it.

    Is unlockable bootloader a given with this? Might be my next phone.

    Well, would you buy the One Plus 6 for €440 or Mi A2 for €240?


  • #5
    Peatys
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,881 ✭✭✭Peatys


    Marty101 wrote: »
    Well, would you buy the One Plus 6 for €440 or Mi A2 for €240?

    Can it be got for 240 though. Bound to be hit for vat?


  • #6
    Pacifico
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,115 ✭✭✭Pacifico


    Wait for stock from honorbuy maybe?


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    OldMrBrennan83
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  • #8
    theteal
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    I'm looking at the lite version for herself, better battery and headphone jack would go along way. The camera may be the deciding factor between the 2 versions though


  • #9
    OldMrBrennan83
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  • #10
    theteal
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    Patww79 wrote: »
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    massive? It's a new snapdragon, a smidge better graphics and the clock speed is slightly better. I wouldn't say massive. I was just about to buy an A1 and the A2 lite is more or less the same in a better body. I like that the lite is smaller and the screen takes up more of the body. Again this is for herself, I'd be using it as the test case, if it's good I'll get one for myself, if not I'll get the full version - I just need to see the back of this apple se piece of crap that work gave me.


  • #11
    OldMrBrennan83
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  • #12
    theteal
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    Patww79 wrote: »
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    Apologies, agreed, the camera is the big difference. Personally I'm not that pushed on the camera, the smaller size and battery life appeal to me more. I'm thinking I might get her the lite, if she doesn't like it we'll buy the full version and I'll take the lite. . . .


  • #13
    Peatys
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,881 ✭✭✭Peatys


    I can't find the 128gb version, max i can see available is the 64.

    Any one see the 128 for sale anywhere?


  • #14
    Marty101
    Registered Users Posts: 26 ✭Marty101


    Peatys wrote: »
    I can't find the 128gb version, max i can see available is the 64.

    Any one see the 128 for sale anywhere?

    Its on aliexpress, 128gb and 6g ram, ships with DHL so no tax


  • #15
    Fanny Wank
    Registered Users Posts: 1,288 ✭✭✭Fanny Wank


    Marty101 wrote: »
    Its on aliexpress, 128gb and 6g ram, ships with DHL so no tax

    I'm confused. Most sites are pre order only but you appear to be able to order from Ali Express here

    Is this not a pre order also then?

    For DHL also add another $26


  • #16
    Pacifico
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    Anyone ordered this on eGlobal yet? I wonder if they actually have stock yet!


  • #17
    BopNiblets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,579 ✭✭✭BopNiblets


    Marty101 wrote: »
    Well, would you buy the One Plus 6 for €440 or Mi A2 for €240?
    I don't like the notch on the 6 really, I'd even go for a OnePlus 5t, but this seems like a good upgrade from my Moto G5+ (the camera is meh on it and no regular software updates)
    Peatys wrote: »
    I can't find the 128gb version, max i can see available is the 64.

    Any one see the 128 for sale anywhere?
    Eglobal Central had that version too


  • #18
    Peatys
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,881 ✭✭✭Peatys


    I presume the global version will support Vodafone 4g? I checked the bands but Vodafone seem to have a few different ones..

    On eglobal it has 4g band 800 for Vodafone, so all good if that's the case here


  • #19
    Peatys
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,881 ✭✭✭Peatys


    Ordered the 128gb version from eglobal. 280 including 20 for insured express 5 day shipping. Fingers crossed no vat


  • #20
    Q&A
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 564 ✭✭✭Q&A


    Tempted more by the A2 lite with headphone jack, radio and expandable storage. The only comprise versus the A2 seems to be the camera.

    I fully appreciate others may not see it this way but the 2 variants of the A2 seem to be the perfect example of the smartphone market today - the trade off between basic functionality and handiness you get with a cheaper smartphone versus the limited flexibility of a higher end phone albeit with a better chipset and camera.


  • #21
    theteal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,593 ✭✭✭theteal


    Q&A wrote: »
    Tempted more by the A2 lite with headphone jack, radio and expandable storage. The only comprise versus the A2 seems to be the camera.

    I fully appreciate others may not see it this way but the 2 variants of the A2 seem to be the perfect example of the smartphone market today - the trade off between basic functionality and handiness you get with a cheaper smartphone versus the limited flexibility of a higher end phone albeit with a better chipset and camera.

    That's exactly what the trade off is, just the camera. I was about to get the A1 and the A2 lite specs very much mirror the A1 so I'd be more than happy with it. Better battery is attractive too. MrsTeal wants the better camera so we'll probably be picking up one of each.


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  • #22
    TheBigEvil
    Registered Users Posts: 499 ✭✭TheBigEvil


    Now selling on honorbuy. Has anyone got one yet? Would love to hear feedback on it before I buy.

    https://www.honorbuy.com/1453-xiaomi-mi-a2-official-global-version-4gb-ram-64gb-smartphone-black.html


  • #23
    donegal.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,635 ✭✭✭donegal.


    I'm happy enough with the spec of the mi a2 but where to buy it from?

    the 4gb/64gb is €260 delivered at honourbuy and €222 at eglobal central

    I've never used either of these sites before, which one is best?


    edit: the eglobal one doesn't mention it being the global edition


  • #24
    Pdoghue
    Registered Users Posts: 777 ✭✭✭Pdoghue


    I've never had any problems with eglobal. Think I'll be going with the full A2. Currently have the Mi 5 and the camera is great on that. Camera doesn't look great on A2 Lite. Mi 5 and A2 have same battery.


  • #25
    corkie
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,633 ✭✭✭corkie


    donegal. wrote: »


    edit: the eglobal one doesn't mention it being the global edition


    They don't have to mention it is a global version, because it is not sold in China, because of google apps preinstalled.

    https://www.reddit.com/r/Xiaomi/wiki/specs/mia2

    https://www.xda-developers.com/xiaomi-mi-a2-xiaomi-mi-a2-lite-specifications-pricing-availability-pictures/
    If these specifications look familiar, don’t be too surprised. Just as the Xiaomi Mi A1 was a re-branded Xiaomi Mi 5X, the Mi A2 is a re-branded Xiaomi Mi 6X while the Mi A2 Lite is a re-branded Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro. This is as expected ever since our first leak of the devices, code-named “jasmine_sprout” and “daisy_sprout” respectively, back in April.


  • #26
    Pacifico
    Closed Accounts Posts: 5,115 ✭✭✭Pacifico


    Yeah the Mi 6X was the China version of the A2


  • #27
    Rock Paper Scissors
    Registered Users Posts: 811 ✭✭✭Rock Paper Scissors


    I'm very interested in this phone, mainly because it's android ONE OS and there will be loads of custom ROMS for it in the future.


    I'm also looking at this Mi 8 which is only €351 with free shipping, that's an outstanding price and the seller has great feedback.


    AHHHH decisions decisions lol


    For those considering the Mi A2 , take a look at the Mi 8's little brother, the Mi 8 SE, its not that much dearer than the Mi A2.


  • #28
    donegal.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,635 ✭✭✭donegal.


    just ordered it on eglobal (4gb/64gb) for €218. I'll let you know how I get on.


  • #29
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    Just received the lite 4gig/64gig version from Honorbuy yesterday.
    I ordered on Monday night and they dispatched Tuesday morning unfortunately DHL messed about alot including claiming to have broken down and left it in a shop 30 mins from me (shop keeper said driver was a bluffer) postage was 22 euro DHL express.
    Early impressions are good overall picks up vodafone 4g no problem. One thing I must have miss read was I thought it had fm radio but it does not seem to, not a massive problem but would have been nice. I also comes with a light flexible back cover. If you have any question I can try to awnser them.


  • #30
    theteal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,593 ✭✭✭theteal


    beanzoo wrote: »
    Just received the lite 4gig/64gig version from Honorbuy yesterday.
    I ordered on Monday night and they dispatched Tuesday morning unfortunately DHL messed about alot including claiming to have broken down and left it in a shop 30 mins from me (shop keeper said driver was a bluffer) postage was 22 euro DHL express.
    Early impressions are good overall picks up vodafone 4g no problem. One thing I must have miss read was I thought it had fm radio but it does not seem to, not a massive problem but would have been nice. I also comes with a light flexible back cover. If you have any question I can try to awnser them.

    How's the camera?


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  • #31
    donegal.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,635 ✭✭✭donegal.


    re the fm radio , maybe its the same as the mia1

    discused here activate the fm radio


  • #32
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    The camera seems quite good I am not a big user for the camera tho, that in one of the reasons I went for the lite version. here is to quick snap I just took in the garden only setting i changed from default is hdr to auto.
    https://imgur.com/a/G4RAOxh
    https://imgur.com/a/xcBbIgK

    Thanks for the link on the radio will look into that for sure.


  • #33
    theteal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,593 ✭✭✭theteal


    beanzoo wrote: »
    The camera seems quite good I am not a big user for the camera tho, that in one of the reasons I went for the lite version. here is to quick snap I just took in the garden only setting i changed from default is hdr to auto.
    https://imgur.com/a/G4RAOxh
    https://imgur.com/a/xcBbIgK

    Thanks for the link on the radio will look into that for sure.

    Apparently HDR on the non Lite A2 actually just sharpens the image and doesn't make it HDR-ey, may be worth leaving it on


    Also, those pics are fine. It's low light that may be the issue. Yeah I'm not fussed on the camera either but it's the wife that deems it important.


  • #34
    Rock Paper Scissors
    Registered Users Posts: 811 ✭✭✭Rock Paper Scissors


    Hi lads, I'm just about to pull the trigger on the Mi A2


    Does anyone know if Eglobal.eu or Honorbuy ship from Europe or do they both ship from china?


    Also does anyone know if this site is legit?


    https://www.miespaom/en/xiaomi-mi-a2-4gb-64gb-blue-5548


  • #35
    BopNiblets
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,579 ✭✭✭BopNiblets


    Rock Paper Scissors wrote: »
    Hi lads, I'm just about to pull the trigger on the Mi A2


    Does anyone know if Eglobal.eu or Honorbuy ship from Europe or do they both ship from china?


    Also does anyone know if this site is legit?


    https://www.miespaom/en/xiaomi-mi-a2-4gb-64gb-blue-5548
    That link doesn't work for me, is it the Mi Espana one?
    I've been looking on kimovil.com comparison site and it says that one is in Spain but ships from China
    There's one called GeekMaxi that says ships from Germany, going to investigate that one.

    Try to pay extra to get it shipped from EU and avoid paying way more on customs!

    64gb Blue version looks nice


  • #36
    Do-more
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,748 ✭✭✭Do-more


    Has anyone purchased from Amazon? The 64gb version is about €252 on both .es and .it I guess that is the difference in the VAT that the Chinese sellers are avoiding...

    But I think I would prefer having the Amazon guarantee on what is still a very new and untested phone.

    Anyone got any feedback on delivery times from either?

    [Edit] The €252 price is a marketplace seller fulfilled by Amazon, from Amazon.es themselves the price is €271.

    invest4deepvalue.com



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  • #37
    baldshin
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    Rock Paper Scissors wrote: »
    Hi lads, I'm just about to pull the trigger on the Mi A2


    Does anyone know if Eglobal.eu or Honorbuy ship from Europe or do they both ship from china?


    Also does anyone know if this site is legit?


    https://www.miespaom/en/xiaomi-mi-a2-4gb-64gb-blue-5548

    I ordered the Mi A2 Lite from eglobal and I'm guessing it came from the EU. Was here in a week, delivered by DPD with no customs.


  • #38
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    Rock Paper Scissors wrote: »
    Hi lads, I'm just about to pull the trigger on the Mi A2


    Does anyone know if Eglobal.eu or Honorbuy ship from Europe or do they both ship from china?


    Also does anyone know if this site is legit?


    https://www.miespaom/en/xiaomi-mi-a2-4gb-64gb-blue-5548

    As I mentioned above i got mine from honerbuy as it was recommended many times in other treads and has PayPal option, they dispatched next day from Italy (according to dhl). the site u linked is blocked by anti virus (eset, i get it free) if that means anything.


  • #39
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    Just discovered the lite has infrared and i can control the TV with it, last time I had a phone with it was 15 years ago bit random to bit fitted but a bit of fun.


  • #40
    theteal
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    My trusty HTC One has an infrared blaster (still kept for a backup phone) but I’ve not once ever used it.

    So lads I think that’s a couple of ye with the Lite now. Any opinions worth publishing after some extended use? Would you recommend? Any annoyances?


  • #41
    TheBigEvil
    Registered Users Posts: 499 ✭✭TheBigEvil


    theteal wrote: »
    My trusty HTC One has an infrared blaster (still kept for a backup phone) but I’ve not once ever used it.

    So lads I think that’s a couple of ye with the Lite now. Any opinions worth publishing after some extended use? Would you recommend? Any annoyances?

    Yea I second this. I'm itching to buy the A2 but would like to hear some real world feedback on it.

    And I see the 6Gb, 128GB version is on honorbuy for €263
    https://www.honorbuy.com/1515-xiaomi-mi-a2-official-global-version-6gb-ram-128gb-smartphone-black.html


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  • #42
    corkie
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    beanzoo wrote: »
    Just discovered the lite has infrared and i can control the TV with it, last time I had a phone with it was 15 years ago bit random to bit fitted but a bit of fun.

    If your using the Xiaomi Mi Remote app to do so check the permissions requested for the app.
    This app has access to:
Device & app history

    retrieve running apps
    read sensitive log data

Identity

    find accounts on the device
    add or remove accounts

Contacts

    find accounts on the device
    read your contacts

Location

    approximate location (network-based)
    precise location (GPS and network-based)

SMS

    read your text messages (SMS or MMS)
    receive text messages (SMS)
    send SMS messages

Phone

    read phone status and identity

Photos / Media / Files

    access USB storage filesystem
    read the contents of your USB storage
    modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Storage

    read the contents of your USB storage
    modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Camera

    take pictures and videos

Microphone

    record audio

Wi-Fi connection information

    view Wi-Fi connections

Device ID & call information

    read phone status and identity

SMS

    send SMS messages

Device & app history

    retrieve running apps

Contacts

    find accounts on the device

Photos / Media / Files

    read the contents of your USB storage
    modify or delete the contents of your USB storage

Other

    capture audio output
    read sync statistics
    transmit infrared
    read Home settings and shortcuts
    view network connections
    create accounts and set passwords
    pair with Bluetooth devices
    access Bluetooth settings
    send sticky broadcast
    change system display settings
    change network connectivity
    allow Wi-Fi Multicast reception
    connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
    control flashlight
    full network access
    control Near Field Communication
    read sync settings
    draw over other apps
    use accounts on the device
    control vibration
    prevent device from sleeping
    modify system settings
    toggle sync on and off
    install shortcuts
    uninstall shortcuts
    view network connections
    create accounts and set passwords
    pair with Bluetooth devices
    access Bluetooth settings
    send sticky broadcast
    change system display settings
    allow Wi-Fi Multicast reception
    connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
    control flashlight
    full network access
    control Near Field Communication
    read sync settings
    draw over other apps
    use accounts on the device
    control vibration
    prevent device from sleeping
    modify system settings
    toggle sync on and off
    install shortcuts
    uninstall shortcuts
    view network connections
    create accounts and set passwords
    pair with Bluetooth devices
    access Bluetooth settings
    send sticky broadcast
    change system display settings
    allow Wi-Fi Multicast reception
    connect and disconnect from Wi-Fi
    full network access
    use accounts on the device
    control vibration
    prevent device from sleeping
    modify system settings
    install shortcuts
    uninstall shortcuts

    As a safer alternative use: - ASmart Remote IR


  • #43
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    theteal wrote: »
    My trusty HTC One has an infrared blaster (still kept for a backup phone) but I’ve not once ever used it.

    So lads I think that’s a couple of ye with the Lite now. Any opinions worth publishing after some extended use? Would you recommend? Any annoyances?

    I am coming from moto g2 so it is a big upgrade for me so everything is better apart from one thing i miss the stereo speakers on the front.
    The battery life is brilliant now granted I am an extremely light phone user but I charged the phone Saturday morning and it is sitting on 28% now.
    Last night it dropped my home wifi and I had to restart but was a one off so far.


  • #44
    beanzoo
    Registered Users Posts: 39 ✭beanzoo


    corkie wrote: »
    If your using the Xiaomi Mi Remote app to do so check the permissions requested for the app.

    [/code]As a safer alternative use: - ASmart Remote IR

    thanks for that to be honest i did not know it was there and I downloaded a well rated one that had no permissions, I have uninstalled the MI one now thanks


  • #45
    Micky 32
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 6,561 ✭✭✭Micky 32


    Peatys wrote: »
    Ordered the 128gb version from eglobal. 280 including 20 for insured express 5 day shipping. Fingers crossed no vat


    According to their terms and conditions if there's any vat they will sort it on your behalf..


    Did it take long for your order to process with a tracking number? I ordered my phone on Sunday but no tracking info yet.


  • #46
    Peatys
    Closed Accounts Posts: 2,881 ✭✭✭Peatys


    Micky 32 wrote: »
    According to their terms and conditions if there's any vat they will sort it on your behalf..


    Did it take long for your order to process with a tracking number? I ordered my phone on Sunday but no tracking info yet.

    About 5 days before it got to dpd uk and they emailed a tracking number. Then it was delivered the next day.


  • #47
    donegal.
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 4,635 ✭✭✭donegal.


    donegal. wrote: »
    just ordered it on eglobal (4gb/64gb) for €218. I'll let you know how I get on.

    arrived today , so 1 week delivery.


  • #48
    Rock Paper Scissors
    Registered Users Posts: 811 ✭✭✭Rock Paper Scissors


    donegal. wrote: »
    arrived today , so 1 week delivery.


    Did you go for the light or regular version?


    What are your initial thoughts?


  • #49
    theteal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,593 ✭✭✭theteal


    GSMarena review of the Lite is in

    As expected, gaming is poor (I only pay solitaire so don't care) and the low light camera isn't great. Everything else looks good to me.


  • #50
    [Deleted User]
    Posts: 0 ✭ [Deleted User]


    very good camera reviews of the full mi a2. seems to be quite good in low light which is probably a first for the budget segment.

    no nfc is a bit of a pain at this stage, as is no usb-c at this stage but seems a very good phone overall - especially the camera.


  • #51
    theteal
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 7,593 ✭✭✭theteal


    glasso wrote: »
    very good camera reviews of the full mi a2. seems to be quite good in low light which is probably a first for the budget segment.

    no nfc is a bit of a pain at this stage, as is no usb-c at this stage but seems a very good phone overall - especially the camera.

    Full version has USB-C, no?


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