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What device did you upgrade to?
Any suggestions for devices that are affordable upgrades to the Nexus 6?
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I'm looking for a new phone and I need some suggestions.
Looking for a smaller screen with a Snapdragon 820, 821, 835 CPU and an amazing camera. Front facing stereo speakers would be nice to have but they seem uncommon. Must have MicroSD card slot.
Needs to also have a rooting method and a slightly active xda presence.
Since the Nexus 6 was released in 2014, I'm looking at phones from 2016 and early 2017 for an affordable upgrade. Phones like Galaxy S7 Active, Galaxy S8, HTC 10, etc.
I want a 64bit cpu without losing too much that the Nexus 6 has done right.
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What device did you upgrade to? Any suggestions for devices?
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I'm looking for a new phone that is smaller than my Nexus 6.......
If you have some reasons to avoid any of the above devices, please share so I don't make that mistake.
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A phone with a flat back that doesn't turn when used on a desk.
No Samsung or HTC because of the custom shell or bloatware and not easy to root. And price rather high.
OnePlus phones are most close to stock Android. Let's see if the new OnePlus will be a candidate....
There's a deal where you can get a S8 for $200 on the Samsung app via trade in. Or $290 for S8+ or $400 for a Note 4. Ends tomorrow.
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There's a deal where you can get a S8 for $200 on the Samsung app via trade in. Or $290 for S8+ or $400 for a Note 4. Ends tomorrow.
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Where can I get the Samsung app and more information on this deal?
Using the Samsung Shop app from the play store I could only find an S8 for $724.99 after $1999.99 in "savings".
I think I'm using the wrong app.
Back on topic: Which phone did you upgrade to when you left your Nexus 6?
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Where can I get the Samsung app and more information on this deal?
Using the Samsung Shop app from the play store I could only find an S8 for $724.99 after $1999.99 in "savings".
I think I'm using the wrong app.
Back on topic: Which phone did you upgrade to when you left your Nexus 6?
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https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/11256803
Edit: this as well https://slickdeals.net/f/11279363-1...s-expires-february-23rd?src=SiteSearchV2Algo1
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https://slickdeals.net/share/android_app/t/11256803
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Cool, a fellow SDer! Thank you.
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Cool, a fellow SDer! Thank you.
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Yep. Updated with one more link.
I have not upgraded my N6 but had plenty of opportunities. The reason is because I haven't found a worthy replacement that justifies my needs. I was going to get the Note 8 but I feel like getting another phone that's bigger would've been a disappointment. Unless camera quality is in your needs, the P2 set the bar high but I would want that camera in a phone that has a headphone jack and big battery. The S9 might be it but Ima wait until June/July for either the S9 or OnePlus 6.
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I placed my order and bought the V20 off ebay.
The Galaxy S8 won't be in stock until the beginning of April and will ship out within 3 weeks after that. They charge you as soon as you order but you don't get your phone for nearly 3 months.
My totals were $130 for the V20 trade-in + $220 for the Galaxy S8. Totaling $360 and a 3 month wait.
I chatted and proposed solutions like waiting to charge when it ships and proposed they switch the Verizon model with the Unlocked model. All the Rep could do was apologize and say there is no way they can do anything to correct the unacceptable backorder time or switch models. They also asked that I do not judge Samsung by this experience.
I canceled that order, would rather have a OnePlus 3t or a much cheaper device now over that Samsung mess.
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I placed my order and bought the V20 off ebay.
The Galaxy S8 won't be in stock until the beginning of April and will ship out within 3 weeks after that. They charge you as soon as you order but you don't get your phone for nearly 3 months.
My totals were $130 for the V20 trade-in + $220 for the Galaxy S8. Totaling $360 and a 3 month wait.
I chatted and proposed solutions like waiting to charge when it ships and proposed they switch the Verizon model with the Unlocked model. All the Rep could do was apologize and say there is no way they can do anything to correct the unacceptable backorder time or switch models. They also asked that I do not judge Samsung by this experience.
I canceled that order, would rather have a OnePlus 3t or a much cheaper device now over that Samsung mess.
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I just ordered the OP5T. I was contemplating between the 5T and the 5. The OP5 kept depreciating faster than the OP5T as the months went on. I chose the 5T because it was still reasonably priced (on Swappa) and I felt it offered a better value to me. Depending on how much you can spend to upgrade, the 3T or OP5 (128GB models) would be good options.
I was also looking at Razer Smartphones. The price never came down low enough for me to buy it.
I'm not a fan of Samsung.
I would have considered the HTC 10/U Ultra/U11. I think the lack of development swayed me away from these. I still have my VZN M7 running Santod's G+ Play edition as a media device and daily backup.
I was heavily considering a Moto Droid Force or Droid Play. Price was an issue here.
The LG G6 or V30 would have been considered. LG doesn't have a great track record (to me).
The Asus Zenfone 4 Pro would've been one of my choices. But, price was an issue here too.
I cannot think of any other brands/devices I would've considered as an appropriate upgrade to the great Shamu.
I actually downgraded from the N6P to the N6. IMHO, it's a much better, although bigger, phone. Easier to root, and work with.
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I actually downgraded from the N6P to the N6. IMHO, it's a much better, although bigger, phone. Easier to root, and work with.
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Thread Jack....
I feel as if the N6 is just as legendary as the HTC One M7. Long Live Legendary Devices!
Back to your regular scheduled programming.
Just got the OP5T in. I'm in awe of how aesthetically pleasing the OP5T is. I did a few tests and this thing is super snappy. It's similar to when I went from the M7 to the N6. I plan on rooting and installing a custom ROM with EX Kernel to better fulfill my wants of this device. Stock ROM is stupidly pleasing.
I am still trying to find an upgrade phone that has root and a recovery, which most don't even have active development.
Here's a list of devices that pretty much sum up what seems to be the market right now.
XDA's most active device forums: (https://forum.xda-developers.com/top)
1. Samsung Galaxy S9
2. OnePlus 5T
3. Huawei Mate 10
4. Google Pixel 2
5. OnePlus 5
6. Samsung Galaxy S8+
7. LG G6
8. Samsung Galaxy S8
9. OnePlus 3T
10. Google Pixel
11. OnePlus 3
12. ZTE Axon
13. HTC 10
14. Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
15. LG G5
16. Samsung Galaxy S7
17. Nexus 6P
18. Moto G (2015)
19. Moto X Style (pure)
20. LG G4 (AT&T)
Top 20 AnTuTu Ranking: (http://www.antutu.com/en/ranking/rank1.htm, Benchmark v6, not updated for v7 yet)
1. iPhone 8 Plus
2. iPhone 8
3. OnePlus 5
4. Samsung Note 8（N950F）
5. HTC U11
6. nubia Z17
7. Nokia 8
8. Mi MIX 2
9. Samsung Note 8（N950U）
10. Mi 6
11. Samsung S8（G950F）
12. Samsung S8+(G955F)
13. Samsung S8+(G9550)
14. Sony Xperia XZ Premium
15. iPhone 7 Plus
16. Samsung S8（G950U）
17. iPhone 7
18. OnePlus 3T
19. OnePlus 3
20. Lenovo ZUK Edge
i want to change my phone.. I'm currently using note 8 and had a offer today to get exchanged with oneplus 5...will it be a good idea?
What a silly question. Note 8 . Nothing else
If you are EVEN considering that changing a note 8 for a one plus thing would be a good idea, then, for you, in your particular case, go quicky and do it!
Obviously the note series is not for you
Seriously OP? You would choose a (very nice btw) Dacia Sandero over a Jag F-type? Daft place to ask mate, in the N8 section! Regards.
Hi guys
Actually I use a galaxy note 8 but in September. I need to change it because expire the rent signature.
So, I'm looking for a new smartphone.. And the 2 smartphone that I found are note. 9 or p20. Pro..
It's true that are 2 different product.. And the p20 has not the spen.. But I don't use the s pen top much..for work I started to use a iPad with the apple pencil and I think is better for my use.. The display is bigger than a smartphone display...
So, if I forget the spen functionality.. What is your suggestion? P20 is cheaper (not too much) and his camera is better.
Otherwise, I'm started to use galaxy series or note series 8 years ago, the first one was galaxy s1.... Actually the UI for me is easy to use...I'm scared I loose some function with the p20..
Can you give me your consideration?
Thanks
Sam
this is like asking in the huawei forum whether the note 9 is better...
Yes I know.. But if someone need to compare this 2 device, where must ask the question?
If you're used to the Samsung UI, the Huawei EMUI will definitely be quite different. Especially in terms of how it handles battery management and memory optimization, as well as maybe the lock screen notifications. My friend does have a P20 Pro while I use the Note 9, having switched from the S8.
I will tell you right away, if you want better battery life get the P20 Pro.
If you want the better camera, it's honestly a toss-up. In true real world experience, the P20 Pro's camera is not quite the home run critics make it out to be, there were some scenes where even my year old Galaxy S8 could beat the P20 Pro.
If you want the better display there's no question about it get the Galaxy Note 9 it's not only bigger it doesn't have a notch and well it's a Samsung OLED display enough said.
The real question of the Galaxy Note 9 is, how much are you willing to pay for the S Pen, and Samsung's slightly less offensive software. My advice is try to shop around for a P20 pro deal, as it's been out for a while now. If you can get it for significantly less than the Note, buy that. If the prices are within $100 of each other, get the Note. If you can wait, wait for the Mate 20 to release and see how that looks; even if you don't like it, both the Note and the P20 are bound to be cheaper by then.
Oddly enough, the battery test videos show the Note 9 quite superior to the P20. Not sure what is better because I don't buy off brand phones so I have no experience with them.
Lol, P20 Pro's camera is not better. It just has more lenses. If you DO like taking black and white pictures, go for Huawei. If you like functionality, SAME CAMERA PERFORMANCE, S-pen and overall performance, go for samsung. I used to have Iphone 8+, now i own Note 9. I dont feel any different in terms of performance.
I just sold my p20 pro that I've had for two months, my note 9 is coming tomorrow so I can't compare the two (I did have the note 8 and s9 for a while though) but I can tell you some things about the p20.
The camera has been advertised extremely well, and it is great in low light BUT in real world point and shoot situations it's trash in my opinion. I haven't taken one photo on it that I like, all the photos I have taken on auto are over processed and over sharpened. Any Samsung phone I've ever used has always had a fantastic point and shoot camera.
The EMUI no matter what anyone tells you is clunky and just not enjoyable to use. I feel like the new and improved Samsung experience UI is really smooth and easy to use in comparison. I'm aware you can use launchers and stuff but I prefer to keep the stock launcher.
Although the p20 is advertised as having a 4000mah battery I haven't had a great experience with it. This differs from person to person and usage but I really can't get a full day out of it.
I know it might seem like I'm bashing the phone I have enjoyed some aspects of it, but my note 9 is coming tomorrow and I cannot wait to get my hands on it.
Thanks a lot guys for your really apprecied feedback!
I read your opinion and I thin, again, that my new smartphone will. Be again a note!
Sure, I think the difference respect the note 8 will be not so much, but as I explained, in September expire the relationship with my carrier and I must change the smartphone, and buy a note 8 is not convenient.
Actually in italy the street price of the p20 pro is 700 euroin European version, online.. The Italian versione is slightly expensive, approx 800 euros..
The note 9 will sold 1029 euro, so the difference is 250/350euro,but I can subscribe, is a newest in italy, a subscription with Samsung. I can pay monthly the device for 24 months, with 99 euro of first payment, and obtain a note 9.afyerthis period, I can pay approx 300 euros and the device will be mine, otherwise, I can replace it with a new one..
At the end, I will pay more than 1029 euros but for 24 yeast I have a protection against damage included, and is not a bad things..
P20 pro has not this option, in italy is sold or as a usual with carrier or I must pay it 100%.
About ghe performance...i really stress my smartphone.. I use it for job, I take note during some. Meeting, I use it via chrome cast to watch movies by Netflix or similar, and the integrated dex station function can be a good features (but also the p20 has. This option)
I use also it with camera, because I have 2 children and is always a good. Thing have in my hand a good camere to capture the nice moment of the day.. And this is a good point.. I was sure that the people like the p20 pro camera. Much more than the other. Camera phone, but your real feedback explain a different situation.. I'm not a professional camera man, I need a best camera with automatic setting for this moment, and if you are agree that also the note 9 can be better, this is another good point for note 9.
Finally... The UI powered by Samsung is without secrets for me after a lot of years.. Also, last but not least, when I configure the new device automatically I found saved wifi Hotspot, password and other small information that help me during my Business, and I reduce the stress to replace a new device
Th AK a lot again guys for your explanation.
Ot: somebody with the note 9 can give me a feedback about dex application, in particular for Netflix and autocad application? I think can be 2 real interesting application respect surfing on internet or other solutions
Sam
If you ask me, wait a little bit for a mate 20 (pro) and than make finall decision. Last year i had note 8 and mate 10 pro after it and huawei was better for me.
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If you ask me, wait a little bit for a mate 20 (pro) and than make finall decision. Last year i had note 8 and mate 10 pro after it and huawei was better for me.
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In what ways if you don't mind me asking? I got my note 9 this morning and I am so happy I don't have to use the p20 pro anymore!
@Popmonty battery capacity (sot +40%) and flat screen at start (this rounded screen are totaly pointless for me, expecially on a note series where 10% on screen is useless with pen)! Than, mate 10 pro had stereo sound (note 8 not), much faster (and better positioned) fingerprint, 128gb etc.
On a note 8 side was wireless charging and 3.5mm.
Now in note 9 a lot of things are improved; stereo sound (but still mono for notification except whatsupp app), 128gb base memory, bigger screen and 4000mAh...but who knows what new mate will bring near new kirin 980 and wireless charging. I would wait 2 more months if there is possibility...if nothing, note 9 will be much cheaper in 2 months
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P20 pro still uses bluetooth 4.2 while others started with 5.0 like last year? It doesn't matter if I need it or not. For a flagship price it needs to provide flagship specs. Huawei has been known for this kind of **** behind the scene. Who knows what else has been cheaped out on.
Regarding the mate 20 pro... It was also for me a good option.. But I need to finalize the order max in the first week of October because I have to finalize the contract signed with phone operator.. I must return the note 8 otherwise I have to pay another year.. But the cost is similar to buy another one new phone so I will return it.
For this reason I think is not an option for me wait the new mate 20 pro.
Regarding the performance of p20... There are 2 important thing that are not installed in this device.. The 3.5 jack and And the wireless charging... For my personal use the first one is good because in the night in some case I use wired earphone too watch some movies in my bed when my wife sleep.. Are comfortable and I don't want rememberto charge a Bluetooth earphone.. I have the gear icon x of Samsung and I use this only for fitness... And a lot of case are discharge.
The wireless charge instead is good because I have in my office the wireless stand and is confortante charge my mobile while I'm in the office..
Sincerely, I don't know why in the p20 pro there is not at least this option... In fact I read will be integrated with the new mate 20
I would definitely recommend for you to wait and see what the Mate 20 Pro will offer. I am expecting a fairly good phone from Huawei. They have made a few videos targeting the Note 9 so I'm guessed they have something up their sleeves. Also it will have a bigger battery than the Note 9 and also a more efficient SOC being the new Kirin 980 developed on a new 7mn architecture
Only (huge) problem from my POV is that Huawei does not allow unlocking of Bootloaders anymore - so cannot Root or install custom ROMs on Huawei devices - I hope this changes soon.
This factor alone tips it towards the Note 9 for me. Now patiently waiting for a decent price drop - hopefully by November/ holiday period.
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Hi guys
Actually I use a galaxy note 8 but in September. I need to change it because expire the rent signature.
So, I'm looking for a new smartphone.. And the 2 smartphone that I found are note. 9 or p20. Pro..
It's true that are 2 different product.. And the p20 has not the spen.. But I don't use the s pen top much..for work I started to use a iPad with the apple pencil and I think is better for my use.. The display is bigger than a smartphone display...
So, if I forget the spen functionality.. What is your suggestion? P20 is cheaper (not too much) and his camera is better.
Otherwise, I'm started to use galaxy series or note series 8 years ago, the first one was galaxy s1.... Actually the UI for me is easy to use...I'm scared I loose some function with the p20..
Can you give me your consideration?
Thanks
Sam
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I suggest, with respect, you don't make any purchase based on reviews or forum posts for anything you purchase from mobiles to socks. We all differ and it comes down to what your needs are rather than what you want or others suggest.
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Ryland Johnson said:
I suggest, with respect, you don't make any purchase based on reviews or forum posts for anything you purchase from mobiles to socks. We all differ and it comes down to what your needs are rather than what you want or others suggest.
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Ciao Ryland
Sure, I don't purchase note 9nkr hauwei depending of. The forum. Review, I already found this 2 device after personal. Consideration, also I have already the galaxy note 8, so I know the device.
Because are 2 really interesting phone, and because I use for job and personal use the camera, I just ask the opinion of the other person of the forum, because for example test the camera is impossible and I can only as ask a feedback from somebody that already tried both.
For this reason after some consideration read here in this thread I take the decision to buy the note 9 and I wrote this comment... Because some users told me a feedback regarding a feature that I can't test myself.. Sure I must believe to this person.. But I think also this is the spirit of the forums, no?
huawei's software is trash (and with that locked bootloader stuff u cant even flash custom roms lol), that alone is enough for me to not buy a huawei phone
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huawei's software is trash (and with that locked bootloader stuff u cant even flash custom roms lol), that alone is enough for me to not buy a huawei phone
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Rooting is a waste of time in this day and age. If you need to root a phone you are a million miles from a typical user.
The P20 pro is not as good as the Note 9 I would agree, but the software is fine, as is the Note software.
If you need to root then get a Nexus 5 or something.
With regards to the rest of this thread, for me the pros and cons are:
Note : Faster, Slightly better screen, Headphone Jack
P20 Pro : Better/ Louder sounding speakers, Much better camera in ALL scenarios barring indoor low light. Less noise, better zoom, better overall quality, much better low light.
I have both phones right now, and honestly if the P20 pro had better video recording and was a little less laggy on graphics intensive stuff, I would use it as my main phone. BUT the note 9 is a more polished phone and is better in almost all ways barring speakers and photos.
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Rooting is a waste of time in this day and age. If you need to root a phone you are a million miles from a typical user.
The P20 pro is not as good as the Note 9 I would agree, but the software is fine, as is the Note software.
If you need to root then get a Nexus 5 or something.
With regards to the rest of this thread, for me the pros and cons are:
Note : Faster, Slightly better screen, Headphone Jack
P20 Pro : Better/ Louder sounding speakers, Much better camera in ALL scenarios barring indoor low light. Less noise, better zoom, better overall quality, much better low light.
I have both phones right now, and honestly if the P20 pro had better video recording and was a little less laggy on graphics intensive stuff, I would use it as my main phone. BUT the note 9 is a more polished phone and is better in almost all ways barring speakers and photos.
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im not talking about rooting at all, im just talking about ROM's in general. Huawei's stock rom is trash, while the samsung one has become very good over the years.
I currently own a Xiaomi mi 8, I love my cell phone but I think it's time to give way to a flagship. My options are the Mi 9T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S10 +. Which smartphone do you recommend?
Well, if you're happy with xiaomi I guess mi9T pro is a great phone, but if you want something else I whould recommend oneplus 7T or Samsung galaxy S10E if you want a Samsung phone.
But if you're looking for the best bang for your buck I think realme X2 pro is the best option along side OP 7T
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I currently own a Xiaomi mi 8, I love my cell phone but I think it's time to give way to a flagship. My options are the Mi 9T Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S10 +. Which smartphone do you recommend?
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I would strongly suggest that you wait until March..at least. This way you can buy one of the many new phones that will feature an Snapdragon 865 processor. Such as the Xiaomi Mi10, Mix 4, One Plus 8, 8T etc.
Moving one generation higher isn't really enough of a difference to justify moving. Plus many of the phones with the very latest processors will also be compatible with 5G., and once these new phones are released the price of current flagships will definitely drop, so it's financially wiser to be patient.
If you search you will see quite a few posts here on XDA , where people discuss how they bought a Mi9T or a Samsung and they wanted to share that they regretted buying a new phone because they were expecting the new phone to have dramatic differences.
By the way, I had also considered selling my mi8 and moving on. But I will definitely wait.
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Well, if you're happy with xiaomi I guess mi9T pro is a great phone, but if you want something else I whould recommend oneplus 7T or Samsung galaxy S10E if you want a Samsung phone.
But if you're looking for the best bang for your buck I think realme X2 pro is the best option along side OP 7T
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Realme x2 pro It is a good option but I cannot get it in my country in an official way
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I would strongly suggest that you wait until March..at least. This way you can buy one of the many new phones that will feature an Snapdragon 865 processor. Such as the Xiaomi Mi10, Mix 4, One Plus 8, 8T etc.
Moving one generation higher isn't really enough of a difference to justify moving. Plus many of the phones with the very latest processors will also be compatible with 5G., and once these new phones are released the price of current flagships will definitely drop, so it's financially wiser to be patient.
If you search you will see quite a few posts here on XDA , where people discuss how they bought a Mi9T or a Samsung and they wanted to share that they regretted buying a new phone because they were expecting the new phone to have dramatic differences.
By the way, I had also considered selling my mi8 and moving on. But I will definitely wait.
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You are absolutely right, it is better to wait a couple of months and get a flagship, and this year all top-of-the-range smartphone will have the screen with a minimum refresh rate of 90Hz
Hey there!
Alright, so, I was deciding between the Asus ROG Phone 2 and the OnePlus 7T. I really wanted to take the Asus ROG2 but the guy selling it thought it was a global edition, but later found out it was a Chinese version so ofc I didn't want to take that. The second alternative was the OnePlus 7T which looks like a solid device, but at the end I just went with the Realme X2 Pro 8gb 128gb edition because of the price difference between them. The Realme X2 Pro is 480 euros here, while the OnePlus 7T is 600+ euros for the 128gb version. How are you satisfied with your X2 Pro? What do you think about my decision?
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Hey there!
Alright, so, I was deciding between the Asus ROG Phone 2 and the OnePlus 7T. I really wanted to take the Asus ROG2 but the guy selling it thought it was a global edition, but later found out it was a Chinese version so ofc I didn't want to take that. The second alternative was the OnePlus 7T which looks like a solid device, but at the end I just went with the Realme X2 Pro 8gb 128gb edition because of the price difference between them. The Realme X2 Pro is 480 euros here, while the OnePlus 7T is 600+ euros for the 128gb version. How are you satisfied with your X2 Pro? What do you think about my decision?
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I had the same problem.
I had to choose between the new xiaomi 10, but the price was much higher than i expected, The Op7t, the realme x2pro.
I was coming froma Op3.
I took the Realme because it has the oppo company behind, and the 12/256 was at 480€ on amazon for the weekend.
It has some software issues, i hope that the next update will change a lot.
Sure the Op7t has more support from modders and everything, but we will have it too.
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I had the same problem.
I had to choose between the new xiaomi 10, but the price was much higher than i expected, The Op7t, the realme x2pro.
I was coming froma Op3.
I took the Realme because it has the oppo company behind, and the 12/256 was at 480€ on amazon for the weekend.
It has some software issues, i hope that the next update will change a lot.
Sure the Op7t has more support from modders and everything, but we will have it too.
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Well I don’t really care for the custom firmware, I always rock with the stock firmware. Are you overall happy with your choice? What is fine for you and what is bothering you?
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Well I don’t really care for the custom firmware, I always rock with the stock firmware. Are you overall happy with your choice? What is fine for you and what is bothering you?
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Pros
90hz screen is very nice
12/256 for 480€ is awesome
Boot in 8 seconds
Face unlock and fingerprint are very smooth
Camera works great
Very solid and good material
The Charger Is awesome.
The speaker sound Is so loud .
Cons
The Os for now is buggy. I Hope for the android 10 update / fix
Music gestures works sometimes
Interface gestures slows down your phone (i use buttons)
Default app sometimes stop being default apps
If you use swiftkey keyboard. Dont.
Game mode slows down instead of boosting
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Hey there!
Alright, so, I was deciding between the Asus ROG Phone 2 and the OnePlus 7T. I really wanted to take the Asus ROG2 but the guy selling it thought it was a global edition, but later found out it was a Chinese version so ofc I didn't want to take that. The second alternative was the OnePlus 7T which looks like a solid device, but at the end I just went with the Realme X2 Pro 8gb 128gb edition because of the price difference between them. The Realme X2 Pro is 480 euros here, while the OnePlus 7T is 600+ euros for the 128gb version. How are you satisfied with your X2 Pro? What do you think about my decision?
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The phone is great,you are getting so much for your money,the same as the 7T besides oxygen OS and you have saved a good bit of cash too,
A lot of flagships coming in 2020 have 90hz, ufs 3.0 ,dual speakers etc so you are getting a comparable device to most of the new phones give or take a few things,
Software at the moment on Android 9 is the major downside but for me everything works and I'm happy,March will see RealmeUI so that will be a huge boost to the device,
What I enjoy most is the 90hz,50 watt charge is very handy Dual speakers is something I never had and the battery life is good,I get a day out of 15 mins charge. Cameras are good too,best I've had though apparently if you believe what you read the cameras aren't the absolute best.
No real downside for me on this phone. Has all I need. You made a god decision !!!
Relax..And enjoy ?
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If you use swiftkey keyboard. Dont.
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Why ?
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Why ?
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I use swiftkey since the first year of release.
On this phone, its slow af.
I dont understand why it takes like 8/10 input.
I hate google Keyboard, but it works perfectly..
I thought it was the phone that lags, i switched keyboard and i can type normally now.
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I use swiftkey since the first year of release.
On this phone, its slow af.
I dont understand why it takes like 8/10 input.
I hate google Keyboard, but it works perfectly..
I thought it was the phone that lags, i switched keyboard and i can type normally now.
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Yeah I had this issue too.
Solved by rebooting the phone, and it works.
Just try yourself