Hi I have been after the ROG Phone 3 for a few weeks now but the only versions I can find are the tencent versions does anyone know where i can purchase the global edition from with the 16GB of RAM and 512GB storage thanks in advanve
Malaysia, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Australia too. JBHifi has it
For Malaysia you have to be careful. The 8/128 and 8/256 Strix versions are allegedly Version B, while the rest are supposedly version A. Asus HK at least acknowledged that my 16/512 set is Version A according to the SKU.
Apparently Asus' Marketing in Malaysia is different compared to other countries, Strix phones are lower end while the proper ROG phones are higher end.
I hear that Asus Singapore only sells Version A tho.
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I noticed something really weird. A youtuber uploaded a review of the ROG Phone 2 today. He bought the 128 GB ROM / 8 GB RAM one, but it wasn't the Tencent version. Phisically, it looked like the global version, but the box that contained it was the same the Tencent version came in, and the Firmware didn't look like the CN at all. And, by the way, it comes with the Aero case, not with the transparent one that comes with the Tencent version.
Does anyone have any info on this version? Does it have the WW firmware natively installed?
Here's the review for you to watch and make your own opinion.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZlXsVYQDwM
The phone launched officially in India yesterday and would be on sale from 30th September. The 8gb/128gb variant sold internationally as the tencent version is available at the same cost (at USD 540 that too without any chinese rom or bloatware). Most probably it will come with the WW rom. The higher spec variant is also available (12 gb/512 gb) for USD 850
Asus ROG Phone II (Black, 128 GB)
http://dl.flipkart.com/dl/asus-rog-...8?pid=MOBFK5TPW6UFVZGR&cmpid=product.share.pp
praveen6585 said:
The phone launched officially in India yesterday and would be on sale from 30th September. The 8gb/128gb variant sold internationally as the tencent version is available at the same cost (at USD 540 that too without any chinese rom or bloatware). Most probably it will come with the WW rom. The higher spec variant is also available (12 gb/512 gb) for USD 850
Asus ROG Phone II (Black, 128 GB)
http://dl.flipkart.com/dl/asus-rog-...8?pid=MOBFK5TPW6UFVZGR&cmpid=product.share.pp
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The weird thing is that it isn't the Tencent version. Though it is the 128 gb one, it doesn't have "Tencent Games" written on the back", instead of that it has the back of the global version. No metal at all. And it comes with the Aero case, not with the transparent case that comes with the Tencent one. It'd be interesting if it is actually a 128 GB global one. By the looks of it, it seems to be the case.
COrrect, that seems to be the case, though not surprisingly, as the tencent bloat wouldn't really be welcomed in other markets.
My hope is that the 8gb/128gb Global version is exactly the same hardware-wise as the tencent version and that the GLobal Rom clears up any lag or what not that is currently happening using the WW Rom on CN phones.
I will be getting my phone next week sometime and hopefully there will be some more global roms by the time
Yeah it looks like us Tencent buyers should have waited for the india ver
I thought it was so cheap because of the Tencent bloat, but apparently not
praveen6585 said:
The phone launched officially in India yesterday and would be on sale from 30th September. The 8gb/128gb variant sold internationally as the tencent version is available at the same cost (at USD 540 that too without any chinese rom or bloatware). Most probably it will come with the WW rom. The higher spec variant is also available (12 gb/512 gb) for USD 850
Asus ROG Phone II (Black, 128 GB)
http://dl.flipkart.com/dl/asus-rog-...8?pid=MOBFK5TPW6UFVZGR&cmpid=product.share.pp
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Looks like it has its own ver. new update ZS660KL_IN_16.0631.1908.12
[190923] ROG Phone II_ZS660KL_IN_16.0631.1908.12
AdminAdmin admin
September 27
【Version】
16.0631.1908.12
【Model Name】
ROG Phone II (ZS660KL)
【Release Date】
2019/09/27
Since the server pushes update notice to different serial numbers by batches, it may take some days for you to receive the FOTA notice. Thanks for your patience. You may tap “System updates” in [Settings] >[System] to check if there is new firmware available. Or, you can also try to manually update firmware by referring to the following link.
How to update firmware on my phone?
【Release Note】
Added the AirTriggers/Key Mapping/Macro tabs, and Share/Import features to the Scenario Profiles in Armoury Crate
Added setting options for AirTriggers squeeze gesture
Added the option to switch between different Bluetooth devices in Calling Screen
Added merge duplicate contacts feature
Optimized the UI of moving photos or selecting all photos in Gallery
Optimized hints of available system updates
Fixed the issue where Game Genie cannot be called out by specific gesture
Fixed the touch issue when log in to "City of Forever 7 Days"
So, I'm looking to buy ROG 2 but the variant in US is quite expensive. With taxes, it comes out to be close to $1000.
I'm looking on eBay and it seems like a lot of sellers are selling asus rog 2 tencent variant with global ROM.
Is this legit?
With global ROM, Chinese tencent variant works with all bands in US (on AT&T)?
According to all sellers, Chinese tencent variant works on GSM / AT&T and support play store and should get updates like a global variant from Asus. Is that true?
I thought Chinese tencent variant is missing some bands and it's a hardware limitation. How installing global ROM will start supporting all bands?
Just curious what variant were announced in Taiwan and India? Is it worth buying Taiwan variant? Some sellers are selling that too.
Basically I need some suggesting so I'm not mislead by sellers on eBay. I need to use it with AT&T. Will I be able to get 4G LTE? Will I be able to use AT&T hotspot?
Please advise.
I think it's true that band support is a hardware limitation. Even if it is a software change and you get the global bands, I still would only suggest buying the U.S. version (or whatever is local to your area) for two big reasons. Warranty, and customer service. Buying grey market versions off eBay will get you the phone cheaper, but you'll have no Asus warranty. You may have a warranty through the seller, but now you're dealing with someone overseas. That means you have to question the legitimacy of the seller, and there's a bigger hassle factor involved. If you have a tech support need you're unlikely to get it from Asus because you're using the phone in a way it wasn't approved for.
If you're willing to take those risks, then go for it. It's just not for me at any price.
Thank you @Mr_Mooncatt for sharing your thoughts, I appreciate it. I guess the price of a US variant is quite demotivating since it's almost double (including taxes and all) compared to a global variant. So one may question if paying double $$ justifies the value or not. That's all. Though I agree with all the points you mentioned.
Keep in mind that all the tencent versions with WW ROM is not official device from Asus.
Asus has put this as a warning on their forum, in the Asus Rog phone 2 section.
They are saying tencent version only comes with CN ROM and does not come with WW ROM and those tencent version with WW ROM is modified device and may not have valid warranty and no working FOTA.
Which capacity of Asus Rogphone 2 we have? Me 8/128
I got 12GB RAM and 512GB Storage
8/128, it for $500 shipped with $200 ebay gift cards I had, got it for $300, best $300 I EVER spent!!
I've got the tencent 128/8gb flashed to WW
8/128 from giztop, Tencent version converted to WW...
12GB RAM and 512GB- Tencent Version with WW ROM
US version. 12/512
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Have ordered the 8GB variant yesterday from flipkart.
ROG Phone 2
I got the 8GB/128GB Tencent version :good:
8gb tencent too. should have gotten the 12gb if only i was patient enough
Guys,
With an earlier post I made stating my possible purchase of this product, I want to buy from AliExpress because most Amazon & eBay items don't ship to my location and those that do cost a hell lot for shipping and also custom charges.
On AliExpress, there's the 12GB/512GB model but it has Tencent Games on it not Republic of Gamers.
Is there any significant difference between the two which I should consider (I use two networks and their 4G bands are 3, 7 & 20)?
It would be nice to have Republic of Gamers on it though.
When I looking for Asus ROG 2 Phone in EU (with 128GB) I only find the ZS660KL-1A050EU. This version of the ROG 2 don't support FDD-LTE B20 aka 800MHz which means it is useless and you need to go for the 512GB version.
Now they sell in Germany a new 128GB version I001DE. I can not find any information about this version but it looks like this version support 800MHz LTE.
If someone got this version, can u confirm this?
Linuxkek said:
When I looking for Asus ROG 2 Phone in EU (with 128GB) I only find the ZS660KL-1A050EU. This version of the ROG 2 don't support FDD-LTE B20 aka 800MHz which means it is useless and you need to go for the 512GB version.
Now they sell in Germany a new 128GB version I001DE. I can not find any information about this version but it looks like this version support 800MHz LTE.
If someone got this version, can u confirm this?
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As far as I'm aware, none of the 128 versions have b20
asus i001de 128GB 8 ram
I think I might get one ....... soon I'll be back.....
..............4hrs later.............. it's model and specs are by its official name which is known as ROG PHONE 2 STRIX EDITION that is what you should look for it is the 3rd eedition which is the cheapest yet as performing as the other 2 edition.
Is there anywhere to buy the phone yet? With shipping to the UK?
Hi,
Yes, I have seen EU Variants, CN Variants and Global Variants on several stores online.
The EU Variants are:
ZS661KS-1A002EU / Snapdragon 865 / 8GB/256GB
ZS661KS-6A020EU / Snapdragon 865+ / 12GB/512GB
ZS661KS-6A021EU / Snapdragon 865+ / 16GB/512GB
Just google the desire variant and you will find several stores that are accepting preorders
As for the CN Variants, the official ASUS Store are selling them with the Global ROM here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001260528182.html
And the Global Variants, the official ASUS Store are selling them here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001274717450.html
Here are the release dates according to the ASUS Aliexpress store:
Snapdragon 865 8RAM256ROM will in stock around 10th August
Snapdragon 865 plus 12RAM512ROM will in stock around 5th September
Snapdragon 865 plus 16RAM512ROM will in stock around 5th September
Hope this was helpful!
That’s great thanks. Shame it’s such a long wait haha
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jtalamas said:
Hi,
Yes, I have seen EU Variants, CN Variants and Global Variants on several stores online.
The EU Variants are:
ZS661KS-1A002EU / Snapdragon 865 / 8GB/256GB
ZS661KS-6A020EU / Snapdragon 865+ / 12GB/512GB
ZS661KS-6A021EU / Snapdragon 865+ / 16GB/512GB
Just google the desire variant and you will find several stores that are accepting preorders
As for the CN Variants, the official ASUS Store are selling them with the Global ROM here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001260528182.html
And the Global Variants, the official ASUS Store are selling them here: https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4001274717450.html
Here are the release dates according to the ASUS Aliexpress store:
Snapdragon 865 8RAM256ROM will in stock around 10th August
Snapdragon 865 plus 12RAM512ROM will in stock around 5th September
Snapdragon 865 plus 16RAM512ROM will in stock around 5th September
Hope this was helpful!
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What is your experience with Aliexpress? Is it a trust worthy place to buy phones for shipment to USA?
Causical said:
What is your experience with Aliexpress? Is it a trust worthy place to buy phones for shipment to USA?
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Being a frequent buyer from Aliexpress, I can tell you it is indeed trustworthy, the only downside is the shipping delivery time, that can take at least one month to deliver you product.
If for some reason your product isn't delivered or you want to return it, you can do it without a hassle.
Global version on Gearbest available for these prices:
12+128 SD 865 - 688€
12+128 SD 865+ - 740€
12+256 SD 865+ - 774€
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pietroSV said:
Global version on Gearbest available for these prices:
12+128 SD 865 - 688€
12+128 SD 865+ - 740€
12+256 SD 865+ - 774€
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i check gearbest but they only sale e Global Room but GAME TENCENT mobile. not REPUBLIC OF GAMER is the global one.
ryu091 said:
i check gearbest but they only sale e Global Room but GAME TENCENT mobile. not REPUBLIC OF GAMER is the global one.
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That's is correct, is the "International Version" which means is the CN Variant with Global ROM.
Global won't be out until September.
ryu091 said:
i check gearbest but they only sale e Global Room but GAME TENCENT mobile. not REPUBLIC OF GAMER is the global one.
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This year's GAME TENCENT chinese model rog phone 3 has global rom and not chinese and also support google store and ota upgrades the only downside is that has less memory models and some 4g bands missing for some countries.
I think this year's GAME TENCENT rog phone 3 might be a far better value for money than the last year's chinese model.
kost9992002 said:
This year's GAME TENCENT chinese model rog phone 3 has global rom and not chinese and also support google store and ota upgrades the only downside is that has less memory models and some 4g bands missing for some countries.
I think this year's GAME TENCENT rog phone 3 might be a far better value for money than the last year's chinese model.
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Yes i know CN Variant with Global rom i am a ROG Phone 1 International user since 2018, so for me its best to upgrade to the International Variant with "Republic of Gamers" at the back.
kost9992002 said:
This year's GAME TENCENT chinese model rog phone 3 has global rom and not chinese and also support google store and ota upgrades the only downside is that has less memory models and some 4g bands missing for some countries.
I think this year's GAME TENCENT rog phone 3 might be a far better value for money than the last year's chinese model.
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How do you know they will get OTA? other than what is been claimed in ad poster?
Anyone own one and got OTA?
I've ordered mine from an Irish store called DID electrical. did.ie They ship to Ireland only for €5, so a parcel motel service might be needed.
They have two versions listed on the site:
ZS661KS-6A022 (Rog edition 12GB, 512GB, SD865+)
ZS661KS-1A010 (Strix Edition 8GB, 256GB SD865)
I've ordered the ZS661KS-6A022 and after ordering I got an update to say there would be a 10 day wait before its in store ready to ship. I ordered on the 27th of July, so will update if it takes longer or any change in this. The codes they have listed seem to be unique in that I cant find them mentioned online anywhere, but I think that might be a type o. They are a reputable store with a number of bricks and mortar stores in Ireland, so will see if its just a type o. I was in my local store today looking at new fridges and there was noting for the ROG Phone 3 in there, so I am guessing its an online order only.
I’ve noticed EBay have a lot of Chinese sellers now, just haven’t ordered yet.
There is also a none 865 plus version going around
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aliexpress and alibaba.go for the verified sellers.
Just to update on the above, DID got back to me to say there is a delay due to covid-19 and they wont have it in till the first week in September. I am guessing these are the global model and are infact just not available till the 5th of September.
If I want to use this phone in the US on T-Mobile should I wait for the US release? Anyone know when that is?
rogeriskira said:
If I want to use this phone in the US on T-Mobile should I wait for the US release? Anyone know when that is?
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Yes, it has band 66 and 71. Mid to late September.
sutty_monster said:
Just to update on the above, DID got back to me to say there is a delay due to covid-19 and they wont have it in till the first week in September. I am guessing these are the global model and are infact just not available till the 5th of September.
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Got my phone today on the 5th and it was the WW version... funny that. Sadly, after setting it up and playing a few games, I noticed that it was not the correct version of the phone that I had ordered. It was the 8GB/256GB version of the phone not the 12GB/512GB that I had ordered. So they have to talk to a manager tomorrow and I should be getting a replacement. That said how long will I have to wait for that. So back to using my ROG Phone for the time being.
If anyone ordered from DID in Ireland, check your specs. You might have gotten mine if you ordered the lower spec
rogeriskira said:
If I want to use this phone in the US on T-Mobile should I wait for the US release? Anyone know when that is?
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Got a 12gb 512 version on Ebay. All tmo bands work