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Hello everyone and Redmi Note 4 users,
the global ROM is out, time to flash it. I have been using MIUI 8 global for a long time now on the Mi5 it's a must have, get it.
Link to phone, if you are interested: Redmi Note 4 (MTK)
Flash it or update to it to get the latest MIUI8 with play store and awesome language support. Please ask questions if you have any.
Link to recovery: Recovery Rom for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.4.0 -new
Link to fastboot: Fastboot ROM for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.3.0 -new
------------ old files ------------
Link to recovery: Recovery Rom for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.3.0 -old
Link to fastboot: Fastboot ROM for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.3.0 - old
TheUltrametricSpace said:
Hello everyone and Redmi Note 4 users,
the global ROM is out, time to flash it. I have been using MIUI 8 global for a long time now on the Mi5 it's a must have, get it.
Link to phone, if you are interested: Redmi Note 4 (MTK)
Flash it or update to it to get the latest MIUI8 with play store and awesome language support. Please ask questions if you have any.
Link to recovery: Recovery Rom for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.3.0
Link to fastboot: Fastboot ROM for Redmi Note 4 - V8.0.3.0
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Really considering the Note 4 Pro, is this Global rom compatible with the model in the link below?
I think that's the cheapest I can find the pro model for, been debating between the Note 3 Pro, which is slight cheaper and also still looks like a great handset but I like the build and look of the note 4 better. How do you find the camera performance in the latest update? I've seen a couple of reviews where the camera was rated quite poorly? It's not a deal breaker for me as long as its usable which it appears to be.
http://www.tinydeal.com/xiaomi-redm...7-deca-core-android-60-4g-phone-p-161395.html
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gsmyth said:
Really considering the Note 4 Pro, is this Global rom compatible with the model in the link below?
I think that's the cheapest I can find the pro model for, been debating between the Note 3 Pro, which is slight cheaper and also still looks like a great handset but I like the build and look of the note 4 better. How do you find the camera performance in the latest update? I've seen a couple of reviews where the camera was rated quite poorly? It's not a deal breaker for me as long as its usable which it appears to be.
http://www.tinydeal.com/xiaomi-redm...7-deca-core-android-60-4g-phone-p-161395.html
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Hey,
yes this ROM is for the phone you linked. Right now there is only the Redmi Note 4, the "pro" was given to it by the shop.
Don't buy from tinydeal! Stay away from tinydeal!
For price check use kimovil: kimovil xiaomi-redmi-note-4-3gb-32gb
Geekbuying has the 32GB right now on a sale, in general the price for it is around 210$ on all shops.
When the phone isn't on sale then Gearbest is the cheapest (as kimovil proves), link here: Gearbest Redmi Note 4 - 32GB
... so tinydeal is more expensive and not trust worthy, please stay away from it.
Concerning the camera, later next week (probably on the weekend) I will do a low light camera comparison between Mi5, Moto G4 Plus and the Redmi Note 4, have a look at it and judge. (I don't like to share opinions, it's best if people can judge themselves.)
TheUltrametricSpace said:
Hey,
yes this ROM is for the phone you linked. Right now there is only the Redmi Note 4, the "pro" was given to it by the shop.
Don't buy from tinydeal! Stay away from tinydeal!
For price check use kimovil: kimovil xiaomi-redmi-note-4-3gb-32gb
Geekbuying has the 32GB right now on a sale, in general the price for it is around 210$ on all shops.
When the phone isn't on sale then Gearbest is the cheapest (as kimovil proves), link here: Gearbest Redmi Note 4 - 32GB
... so tinydeal is more expensive and not trust worthy, please stay away from it.
Concerning the camera, later next week (probably on the weekend) I will do a low light camera comparison between Mi5, Moto G4 Plus and the Redmi Note 4, have a look at it and judge. (I don't like to share opinions, it's best if people can judge themselves.)
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Already bought it from tinydeal , It's already shipped out via ARAMEX.
Once I receive it, I'll report here!
timrun1 said:
Already bought it from tinydeal , It's already shipped out via ARAMEX.
Once I receive it, I'll report here!
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Please share the outcome, hope it works out alright.
TheUltrametricSpace said:
Hey,
yes this ROM is for the phone you linked. Right now there is only the Redmi Note 4, the "pro" was given to it by the shop.
Don't buy from tinydeal! Stay away from tinydeal!
For price check use kimovil: kimovil xiaomi-redmi-note-4-3gb-32gb
Geekbuying has the 32GB right now on a sale, in general the price for it is around 210$ on all shops.
When the phone isn't on sale then Gearbest is the cheapest (as kimovil proves), link here: Gearbest Redmi Note 4 - 32GB
... so tinydeal is more expensive and not trust worthy, please stay away from it.
Concerning the camera, later next week (probably on the weekend) I will do a low light camera comparison between Mi5, Moto G4 Plus and the Redmi Note 4, have a look at it and judge. (I don't like to share opinions, it's best if people can judge themselves.)
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Thanks I've bought previously from tiny deal and the phone was fine although it had potential spy ware on it, which was removed with the flash of firmware. I'll check out the other links though thanks.
I thought that was the 'pro' version as it's the 64gb model? Thanks again I'll look for your further review.
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gsmyth said:
Thanks I've bought previously from tiny deal and the phone was fine although it had potential spy ware on it, which was removed with the flash of firmware. I'll check out the other links though thanks.
I thought that was the 'pro' version as it's the 64gb model? Thanks again I'll look for your further review.
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Looked at the link. What happened is Tinydeals are using wordplay to label it as "Pro". Just because they are pre installing the Global Rom and its the best hardware configuration available, 3gb of Ram/64gb of storage.
It is however not the Pro version that is rumored and likely to be released in a few months that will feature a Snapdragon processor (likely 652), come factory built with the Global Rom and different Radio Band support (including US lte bands like 2/4).
The other difference is likely going to be battery life and the fact that the real Pro version will be built for Global market and thus get long-term Global Rom official support.
Arguably the biggest difference (as seen between the MTK and SD Redmi Note 3) is software. The SD version has source code released which means custom roms. Also the SD version wont be stuck on MM and likely to be updated to pass Nougat 1 way or another.
YaKillaCJ said:
Looked at the link. What happened is Tinydeals are using wordplay to label it as "Pro". Just because they are pre installing the Global Rom and its the best hardware configuration available, 3gb of Ram/64gb of storage.
It is however not the Pro version that is rumored and likely to be released in a few months that will feature a Snapdragon processor (likely 652), come factory built with the Global Rom and different Radio Band support (including US lte bands like 2/4).
The other difference is likely going to be battery life and the fact that the real Pro version will be built for Global market and thus get long-term Global Rom official support.
Arguably the biggest difference (as seen between the MTK and SD Redmi Note 3) is software. The SD version has source code released which means custom roms. Also the SD version wont be stuck on MM and likely to be updated to pass Nougat 1 way or another.
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Ah yes I see now, hence why people are requesting a pro model featuring a sd processor.
I still might need to get it now as I would be selling my current handset to raise some funds for something else. I'm not bothered by custom rom support if I'm honest, though it is nice to fall back on if xiaomi don't come through with the updates. That's why I'm half considering the redmi note 3 pro, as it seems to tick a lot of boxes.
I've currently got a galaxy S7 which is very good but not perfect (though pretty close). Pretty much nothing will touch it in the camera department, but I find the fingerprint sensor just OK, it fails to match all the time which is annoying and I think xiaomis implementation is better (both placement and tech wise). The audio is also a bit lacking on the s7, it's fine on the loud speaker (although it's a bit lower due to waterproofing). Audio also isn't that great over ear or head phones. Other than that most things are very good, battery isn't bad but again it's even better with xiaomis 4000mah battery.
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Is this an official rom from Xiaomi or the community?
Im getting a Cant verify update error... how to fix it ?
gsmyth said:
Ah yes I see now, hence why people are requesting a pro model featuring a sd processor.
I still might need to get it now as I would be selling my current handset to raise some funds for something else. I'm not bothered by custom rom support if I'm honest, though it is nice to fall back on if xiaomi don't come through with the updates. That's why I'm half considering the redmi note 3 pro, as it seems to tick a lot of boxes.
I've currently got a galaxy S7 which is very good but not perfect (though pretty close). Pretty much nothing will touch it in the camera department, but I find the fingerprint sensor just OK, it fails to match all the time which is annoying and I think xiaomis implementation is better (both placement and tech wise). The audio is also a bit lacking on the s7, it's fine on the loud speaker (although it's a bit lower due to waterproofing). Audio also isn't that great over ear or head phones. Other than that most things are very good, battery isn't bad but again it's even better with xiaomis 4000mah battery.
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Ah well the Samsung Galaxy S7 is nice and excel in the hardware department across the board. Only topped by the HTC 10 in certain areas. S7 definitely is the best back camera on the market. However its Software side is a huge shortcoming. It has an expiration date and performance drops in about half a year. It's like having a 4k 3D Smart 60" TV and being able to only watch VHS on it.
The Redmi Note 3 Pro has better battery life, fingerprint scanner, Audio customization but not to be confused with power. It's headphone jack is weaker than most. The loudspeaker placement or volume isn't the best either. But the sound has much better control because Viper4Android is easy to install. Also the battery is better but not as big of a gap as it used to now on Miui 8 Marshmallow. Battery efficiency lowered from Miui 7 Lollipop.
Day to day use, it performs like a beast. No force closes, hiccups or freezing. Definitely the best phone available in the $100 - $350 bracket.
DexterMorganNL said:
Is this an official rom from Xiaomi or the community?
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official by Xiaomi.
TheUltrametricSpace said:
official by Xiaomi.
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So I should be able to flash it without any unlocking of the bootloader? Or how does the process go in work?
DexterMorganNL said:
So I should be able to flash it without any unlocking of the bootloader? Or how does the process go in work?
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Hey, you need the sp flash tools and drivers to make it work. Did you fix it so far? Do you still need help?
The "pro" after the model name tells you that it's the Chinese version and not the global version. Dunno what will happen once the actual pro version comes out tho
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DexterMorganNL said:
So I should be able to flash it without any unlocking of the bootloader? Or how does the process go in work?
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U probably need to unlock the bootloader first. I suppose it's to deter people from buying the cheaper China version and just installing the global rom on it.
Newbdroidd said:
The "pro" after the model name tells you that it's the Chinese version and not the global version. Dunno what will happen once the actual pro version comes out tho
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U probably need to unlock the bootloader first. I suppose it's to deter people from buying the cheaper China version and just installing the global rom on it.
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Nah, fastboot flash on MTK shall work anyway, doesn't matter if the boot-loader is locked or unlocked.
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Edit: There is no global version of any Xiaomi phone. Doesn't matter if it's "pro" or non "pro". Some phones are made for e.g. India as in India Xiaomi can't sell MTK powered phones....
TheUltrametricSpace said:
Nah, fastboot flash on MTK shall work anyway, doesn't matter if the boot-loader is locked or unlocked.
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Are u sure? I had 6 Redmi Note 4s and i tried to install it via the updater, then recovery, then fastboot and none of them worked. Then I read on miui forums that u need to unlock the bootloader first
Newbdroidd said:
Are u sure? I had 6 Redmi Note 4s and i tried to install it via the updater, then recovery, then fastboot and none of them worked. Then I read on miui forums that u need to unlock the bootloader first
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Yes I am sure, you need to do it with SP Flash tool from fastboot and flash the boot and system.
What exactly did you try?
TheUltrametricSpace said:
Yes I am sure, you need to do it with SP Flash tool from fastboot and flash the boot and system.
What exactly did you try?
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Read my post, fastboot, recovery and updater
Newbdroidd said:
Read my post, fastboot, recovery and updater
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yes I read y our post.
To be more precise: What exactly did you do in fastboot. What tools have you used. What drivers have you installed. What OS do you have on your PC. ... What did not work, what was the error message.
"It doesn't work" is never a valid problem description.
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Hello!
I will buy one Meizu MX4 and I would like to know if there is anyone who has already one to know his impresions.
I have to say that I will buy it on Aliexpress ( china Price) and not in the Meizu Mart that is $150 more expensive
Thanks
I don't own a MX4 yet but I'm following it closely.
Today I read a very positive review made by HDblog.it, an important Italian website.
They say this device has good display, loud speaker and take great pictures.
They experienced some minor software glitches, but nothing major and we know that software issues can be corrected easily.
meizu mx4
I am also interested in Meizu MX4. But I am not sure about some points.
I can buy from China, but it will be Chinese model not global market model. Global market model is much more expensive.
So what are the differences beween these 2 models? I will use it in Europe, hence can I use both models or I do have to buy the global version.
There is also a watch accesorry for MX4, do you have any details for the watch?
Do anybody know how to get this dark theme and these quick toggles, that have no text label below?
http://blog.meizu.it/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/App-Meizu-blog-10.jpg
negriton said:
Hello!
I will buy one Meizu MX4 and I would like to know if there is anyone who has already one to know his impresions.
I have to say that I will buy it on Aliexpress ( china Price) and not in the Meizu Mart that is $150 more expensive
Thanks
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I'm interested in the phone as well. There is review on http://chinese-smartphones.com which is pretty positive about the phone. They say the display is awesome and also very positive about the camera (which is Sony). Doubting if I will order one or stay with my Xperia Z1 compact
GizmoChina blog provides a huge discount coupon (105$) by sharing their site on Facebook, Twitter and Google +.
Your humble servant did the dirty work for you so we could enjoy the coupon);
The coupon work on the site "GearBest" - that is the official distributor of the company "Meizu" and therefore they provides a full two year warranty.
The Price after The coupon is $344 and it includes free shipping. They are accepting PayPal.
Instructions:
Using coupons on this site require site registration. Just provide email and password, and get confirmation of registration by email. That All!
The coupon code is: "Gizmochina", and it works only through this link, provided me by their blog:
gearbest.com/cell-phones/pp_73042.html#vip=9901
According to the blog, only 30 left in stock devices. I do not know if this is true or not, but I already ordered mine anyway
Please note that the coupon will only work today.
Enjoy Guys!
I'm waiting for a MX4
I have received my Meizu MX4 yesterday!
It's very good, it works fine and today i have installed via OTA the Flyme 4.0.3I.
I use it with Nova Launcher, because i don't like very much the original launcher and i was using it in my old S3.
The camera is superlative!!!!!! I shoot a photo of my keyboard, and i see each dust element between the keys! It's awesome!
Bye
TheJackall
you got a i version with bootloader unlocked .... with intl firmware
I just receive yesterday my mx4
Ist a m460 china with C at end of the firmware, the second chinese mx4 is with U at end of firmware from china unicom m461
Both chinese phone are same hardware and band
Finally my M460 work great in france all wcdma 3G and 4g band too fdd-lte
My guess they are all the same hardware
The only different is..
Both chinese are locked bootloader.. so can flash only chinese rom (C, U or A non branded rom)
And intk version is bootloader unlocked so you can flash all firmware
Engineer mode (for checking band)
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My mx4
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custom rom
any mx4 owner here that knows any custom rom for this phone?
I hate flyme. I like the knock to wake, but this is laggy. And I can't change my default messaging app.
Thanks!
No custom room....
No custom rom yet.
But in meizu official forum, the adm agree with cyanogen developer to give the things to develop the custom rom.
So, I hope soon we wiil get a good custom rom for this lovely device
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kikuto said:
No custom rom yet.
But in meizu official forum, the adm agree with cyanogen developer to give the things to develop the custom rom.
So, I hope soon we wiil get a good custom rom for this lovely device
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Are there different roms? The provider claims norwegian language, but not on my phone?
The future
leholtet said:
Are there different roms? The provider claims norwegian language, but not on my phone?
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Not yet. At the moment we have only flyme OS 4.0, by Meizu, based on Android 4.4. Soon we will have Cyanogem rom and ubuntu phone.
About norwegian language, I can't help you
Ok.. Well- i guess we need a custom rom for this phone- even a "standard" android would do.. i dont think flyme is any good at all- and their "back button" functions doesnt work.. even on google play when you watch screenshots, you cant get out of it..
Are there 100% sure that cyanogenmod will come?
For me Flyme Is bugged and lagging the phone
Anyone know the best deal for the mx4 at the moment?
kikuto said:
No custom rom yet.
But in meizu official forum, the adm agree with cyanogen developer to give the things to develop the custom rom.
So, I hope soon we wiil get a good custom rom for this lovely device
Sent from my Xoom 3G using XDA Premium HD app
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I really doubt that you will get a huge amount on custom Roms for this phone, maybe CM, but when? This phone is designed for enjoying fast interaction, for taking nice photos, for playing in high resolution... but not for flashing Roms... Blame mediatek for not releasing the source code. I really like this phone, but the unavailability of Roms is a no go for me...
"Droidfish test" on Meizu MX4
@TheJackall @supercowz @Hwoarang04 ...everyone
Could someone 'benchmark' MX4 with Droidfish?
It could be 'top' with its MTK6595...
1) Install Droidfish on play. google:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.petero.droidfish
2) Clear all apps in background (hold home and swipe them away) and then run droidfish.
3) Press the menu button, invoke "Settings", choose "Threads" and select "Automatic", and then press back button to get back to chess board.
4) There is button with label "M" below chess board. Press it and choose "Analysis Mode". Analysis will start. Keep it running for about 1 minute.
5) After 1 minute passed, read and record the "knps": number at bottom of the screen. This is the measurement I'm interested in. This value is a number of positions searched per second (in thousands). The higher the better.
6) IMPORTANT: To force program to STOP thinking, press "M" button again, choose "Two players" so that analysis will stop. Post the results here with rom information (optional). Stock rom is preferable but other roms are welcomed.
Thank you!
K3nshiro said:
I really doubt that you will get a huge amount on custom Roms for this phone, maybe CM, but when? This phone is designed for enjoying fast interaction, for taking nice photos, for playing in high resolution... but not for flashing Roms... Blame mediatek for not releasing the source code. I really like this phone, but the unavailability of Roms is a no go for me...
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Yes, you're right, but will the Exynos of MX4 PRO release the source?
And why mediatek or any other cpu/soc producer for smartphones will not release the source code?I mean if they release the code there will be more custom stuff and it will be a good point for a smartphone android.
i dont have either 1050 USD (for the japanese version) or the 1500 USD for the unlocked korean one, guess ill just either wait for the price to really come down or check out the price in the UAE once it hits there.
7 were already sold for the japanese while nobody's bought the korean ones yet i think lol
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Samsung-Gal...53797?pt=Cell_Phones&var=&hash=item3ceb1c89c5
I have been considering one of these from eBay.
I was wondering if anyone could advise if the Exnos version had any disadvantages over the snapdragon version?
invisiblesense said:
I have been considering one of these from eBay.
I was wondering if anyone could advise if the Exnos version had any disadvantages over the snapdragon version?
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I believe Note 4 folks with the Exynos version were having worse battery life than those with the Snapdragon.
outsidah said:
I believe Note 4 folks with the Exynos version were having worse battery life than those with the Snapdragon.
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Thank you! It's things like that I am worried about. I am very pleased with my Note 4 battery life. It's so much better than my Note 3 was.
I'll check out the thread on Note 4 section.
Regards.
i have heard a lot of times the exynos is the better one (not sure about battery life). the sellers all look like they are reputable sellers let us know guys if you get yours without hassle
HynDroZe said:
I ordered the exynos version. Not sure when I will ge it though...
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The exynos version does not support the US LTE. That's why there are 2. My understanding is that the exynos version is much faster and smoother, but battery drain is significant, while the snapdragon has better battery, LTE but you loose some of the smoothness if the device. I have been watching these auctions as well......
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invisiblesense said:
I have been considering one of these from eBay.
I was wondering if anyone could advise if the Exnos version had any disadvantages over the snapdragon version?
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Just posted to another, forgot to add you in post.
The exynos version does not support the US LTE. That's why there are 2. My understanding is that the exynos version is much faster and smoother, but battery drain is significant, while the snapdragon has better battery, LTE but you loose some of the smoothness if the device. I have been watching these auctions as well......
HynDroZe said:
I ordered the exynos version. Not sure when I will ge it though...
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were you the one who bought the sk version? there are 11 buyers now for japanese wonder why the price difference is so big just because its unlocked?
primus123 said:
The exynos version does not support the US LTE. That's why there are 2. My understanding is that the exynos version is much faster and smoother, but battery drain is significant, while the snapdragon has better battery, LTE but you loose some of the smoothness if the device. I have been watching these auctions as well......
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Just posted to another, forgot to add you in post.
The exynos version does not support the US LTE. That's why there are 2. My understanding is that the exynos version is much faster and smoother, but battery drain is significant, while the snapdragon has better battery, LTE but you loose some of the smoothness if the device. I have been watching these auctions as well......
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I am in UK, do you think there might be any compatibility issues?
I also read that the exynos version does not support fast charging? Can you confirm this?
The Japanese version reviewed by Android Authority claimed to have extreme battery drain issues too.
how much total? let us know your thoughts about it when you get the unlocked korean version
invisiblesense said:
I am in UK, do you think there might be any compatibility issues?
I also read that the exynos version does not support fast charging? Can you confirm this?
The Japanese version reviewed by Android Authority claimed to have extreme battery drain issues too.
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You will be fine with the exynos version. That is the version that the UK uses for there processors. Its different bands/signals so that's why it is different. Some reason Samsung hasn't gotten theres to play nice with our LTE. Let me know your thoughts on arrival
Hi guys,
I am about order this Note Edge from ebay. I have decided to go for the Octa Core chip. This device is a Korean version, and I have a fews concerns which I was hoping someone would be able to clear up for me before placing the order:
- Would there be any issues if I wanted to put in a international rom on the phone when available?
- Would I receieve over the air updates?
- Would there be any limitation in using this in the UK?
- Anything else I need to be aware of?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SAMSUNG-G...19981?pt=UK_Mobile_Phones&hash=item19f5e09aad
Many thanks in advance!
invisiblesense said:
Hi guys,
I am about order this Note Edge from ebay. I have decided to go for the Octa Core chip. This device is a Korean version, and I have a fews concerns which I was hoping someone would be able to clear up for me before placing the order:
- Would there be any issues if I wanted to put in a international rom on the phone when available?
- Would I receieve over the air updates?
- Would there be any limitation in using this in the UK?
- Anything else I need to be aware of?
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SAMSUNG-G...19981?pt=UK_Mobile_Phones&hash=item19f5e09aad
Many thanks in advance!
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- You will have all required bands running for your area. That is the right version.
- so this answer is a two part, if your putting a custom ROM, then no you will not have access to over the air updates, but even still keeping ng stock using the Samsung Kids so ftware will get you the required updahelps!now putting a custom ROM, you must and I mean MUST make sure that when putting/choosing a ROM you are choosing the ROM that goes with YOUR model, if not you could risk bricking the device. These ROMs won't be readily available until there are a few out and have had the time to be made. The model is very important because if the chipsets and radio bands and firmware.
Hope this helps!
primus123 said:
- You will have all required bands running for your area. That is the right version.
- so this answer is a two part, if your putting a custom ROM, then no you will not have access to over the air updates, but even still keeping ng stock using the Samsung Kids so ftware will get you the required updahelps!now putting a custom ROM, you must and I mean MUST make sure that when putting/choosing a ROM you are choosing the ROM that goes with YOUR model, if not you could risk bricking the device. These ROMs won't be readily available until there are a few out and have had the time to be made. The model is very important because if the chipsets and radio bands and firmware.
Hope this helps!
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That's fantastic! Thank you Primus123. I feel much reassured now.
Time to place the order.
Good luck with your purchase. Wonder when amazon will follow suit
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Good luck with your purchase. Wonder when amazon will follow suit
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Not sure if there will be units on Amazon.
Samsung has announced that they are only releasing 1million units. While that seems like a lot. There have never been any amounts listed as to where they are going. I spoke with a rep here locally who said he is hearing that there will be 100 thousand units to be given to the big 4 carriers(sprint, Verizon,att,T-Mobile) each. That puts us at 400thousand. Depending on what is given out of the US and other small carriers.
I'm curious to see if best buys, Sam's, Costco, radios shacks, etc... Will have any as well.
Price has gone up and up today. I guess they're getting enough buyers. Hope it goes down again, more than I'd pay.
primus123 said:
- You will have all required bands running for your area. That is the right version.
- so this answer is a two part, if your putting a custom ROM, then no you will not have access to over the air updates, but even still keeping ng stock using the Samsung Kids so ftware will get you the required updahelps!now putting a custom ROM, you must and I mean MUST make sure that when putting/choosing a ROM you are choosing the ROM that goes with YOUR model, if not you could risk bricking the device. These ROMs won't be readily available until there are a few out and have had the time to be made. The model is very important because if the chipsets and radio bands and firmware.
Hope this helps!
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Not sure if Exynos will work on O2/Giffgaff 800mhz though? (even though one version of Note 4 Exynos i smeant to)
This is from Supercosmos auction:
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I have placed my order! It cost £799.99, this was the counter offer I received from the seller.
This same device is now showing £1000. The est delivery date is showing between 6-7 November. Can't wait!
I also feel extermely guilty for spending so much money so soon after splashing out on Note 4...
I wish I could also order the flip case but just could not spend another £40. I will also still have to pay custom charges once it arrives.
avenging,
thank you!
Fatila,
It had the same message on the description for the Edge, so hopefully it should work.
Lol welcome enjoy it when u get it
primus123 said:
- You will have all required bands running for your area. That is the right version.
- so this answer is a two part, if your putting a custom ROM, then no you will not have access to over the air updates, but even still keeping ng stock using the Samsung Kids so ftware will get you the required updahelps!now putting a custom ROM, you must and I mean MUST make sure that when putting/choosing a ROM you are choosing the ROM that goes with YOUR model, if not you could risk bricking the device. These ROMs won't be readily available until there are a few out and have had the time to be made. The model is very important because if the chipsets and radio bands and firmware.
Hope this helps!
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I am a bit concerned to read that there are some limitations on Korean imports with the SMS APP. Apparently, it has a 80 character limit? And there might also be issues with some others apps...
Does anyone know if these issues still exists?
Thanks.
Hi. I own the 5.5' Idol 3 (6045Y).
This is just some information I received about three weeks ago and I just wanted to share it.
This is the official response that I got from the Alcatel One Touch team on Facebook.
I was thinking about buying the idol 3 (despite the many reviews where the laggy performance is mentioned, which is somewhat true).
Nevertheless, I bought it. For the price it has some unbeatable specs which don't quite perform as they should due to lack of optimization. If they did, this device would be excellent. Moto G (3rd gen) is the perfect example of a well optimized device which is a serious downgrade in specs compared to the Idol 3, but performs slightly better. I know because I own them both.
Still, what I was hoping for THE MOST with the Idol 3, since this is considered Alcatel's flagship model, were at least a couple of system updates. At least one for Lollipop 5.1.1.
However, now according to their official response, we're not getting that, not to mention something like Marshmallow 6.0.
I mean, even the Moto G is getting that for Christ's sake!
Very, very poor customer care. I was maybe even expecting this to some extent. But I was hoping that this brand wised up with this device.
However, Alcatel remains Alcatel, if you know what I mean. But hey, at least they were honest enough with the response.
So, there it is. Maybe this will be of some use for future buyers to think about.
P.S. I'm new to XDA and I'm posting this thread from the desktop but I can't find any option to attach the messages screenshots. If someone could tell me how to do that, that'd be great. Thanks.
Idol3Owner said:
Hi. I own the 5.5' Idol 3 (6045Y).
This is just some information I received about three weeks ago and I just wanted to share it.
This is the official response that I got from the Alcatel One Touch team on Facebook.
I was thinking about buying the idol 3 (despite the many reviews where the laggy performance is mentioned, which is somewhat true).
Nevertheless, I bought it. For the price it has some unbeatable specs which don't quite perform as they should due to lack of optimization. If they did, this device would be excellent. Moto G (3rd gen) is the perfect example of a well optimized device which is a serious downgrade in specs compared to the Idol 3, but performs slightly better. I know because I own them both.
Still, what I was hoping for THE MOST with the Idol 3, since this is considered Alcatel's flagship model, were at least a couple of system updates. At least one for Lollipop 5.1.1.
However, now according to their official response, we're not getting that, not to mention something like Marshmallow 6.0.
I mean, even the Moto G is getting that for Christ's sake!
Very, very poor customer care. I was maybe even expecting this to some extent. But I was hoping that this brand wised up with this device.
However, Alcatel remains Alcatel, if you know what I mean. But hey, at least they were honest enough with the response.
So, there it is. Maybe this will be of some use for future buyers to think about.
P.S. I'm new to XDA and I'm posting this thread from the desktop but I can't find any option to attach the messages screenshots. If someone could tell me how to do that, that'd be great. Thanks.
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I wouldn't trust Alcatel customer support to tell me what day of the week it was. There have been multiple occasions where they have told folks on this forum things that ended up being blatant lies. When I first placed my order I tried to cancel it 1 hour after I placed it because I was charged shipping where it showed free shipping...I planned to simply cancel and re-order..something that should have taken 5 minutes...I spent a week going back and forth with Alcatel telling me I needed to cancel the order with amazon even sending them screenshots showing amazon would not allow me to cancel the order and the only reason it ever was "resolved" was that the stupid thing finally shipped after a week.
Actually I can confirm TCL is working on Marshmallow for the Idol 3, the bad news is it won't be released until the end of this year.
HughJanus said:
Actually I can confirm TCL is working on Marshmallow for the Idol 3, the bad news is it won't be released until the end of this year.
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I hope you're right. How did you confirm it?
I got Marshmallow on it right now, I trust this custom rom more than TCL that makes me factory reset after every update.
Yeah, I would do research and get answers from more than one source. Before saying that Alcatel is not working on a 5.1.1 update. The person who replied on Facebook is just one source. I would email Alcatel support and see what they say when they reply. Of course this would depend on the knowledge of the person who replies, and if he/she speaks with the people that create the updates for the Idol 3.
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I hope you're right. How did you confirm it?
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Source within TCL that told me initially that they would release 5.1 but later announced they canceled their plans for 5.1 to go directly to 6.0. anyway, I prefer to wait a bit and get a really stable marshmallow rom than a somewhat buggy 5.1. most memory leaks and performance issues have been ironed out in 6.0.
Karly Johnston said:
I got Marshmallow on it right now, I trust this custom rom more than TCL that makes me factory reset after every update.
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Lol you have marshmallows on your idol 3 right now?
Karly Johnston said:
I got Marshmallow on it right now, I trust this custom rom more than TCL that makes me factory reset after every update.
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You say you have Marshmallow running right now - I am assuming you have a custom ROM - so I have a question for you - Are you able to use Android Pay with your custom ROM on your Idol3 ? Android Pay has become one of the major uses for me with my new device - and I am trying to find out if it would still work if I rooted the device and put on a custom ROM. I have heard otherwise, but since you already have a custom ROM on this device, maybe you can clear this up for me.
TIA
stl1859 said:
You say you have Marshmallow running right now - I am assuming you have a custom ROM - so I have a question for you - Are you able to use Android Pay with your custom ROM on your Idol3 ? Android Pay has become one of the major uses for me with my new device - and I am trying to find out if it would still work if I rooted the device and put on a custom ROM. I have heard otherwise, but since you already have a custom ROM on this device, maybe you can clear this up for me.
TIA
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Google does not allow custom roms to include GAPPS (Google apps) which includes google play etc...however there are various "GAPPS" available...paranoidandroid produces one for each version of android for instance...so it's a simple matter of flashing the rom first...then gapps.
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Google does not allow custom roms to include GAPPS (Google apps) which includes google play etc...however there are various "GAPPS" available...paranoidandroid produces one for each version of android for instance...so it's a simple matter of flashing the rom first...then gapps.
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I know I can flash gapps separately from a custom ROM - I have done it many times before. But this is not merely about flashing gapps and getting the Android Pay app on to the phone. It has been widely reported that Android Pay does not work on rooted devices. I am just looking for confirmation from someone that has this device and already has a custom ROM on it.
Alcatel/TCL support for update is totally poor... For every single model...
So I don't believe it will get 6.0
Too bad cause Idol3 5.5 is good phone and with specs could handle 6.0...
stl1859 said:
I know I can flash gapps separately from a custom ROM - I have done it many times before. But this is not merely about flashing gapps and getting the Android Pay app on to the phone. It has been widely reported that Android Pay does not work on rooted devices. I am just looking for confirmation from someone that has this device and already has a custom ROM on it.
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Given that no custom rom's have been made PUBLIC-ALLY available you'll probably have to wait a while for an answer. Google Play comes with the stock Rom and works fine. Best I can tell you for now.
stl1859 said:
I know I can flash gapps separately from a custom ROM - I have done it many times before. But this is not merely about flashing gapps and getting the Android Pay app on to the phone. It has been widely reported that Android Pay does not work on rooted devices. I am just looking for confirmation from someone that has this device and already has a custom ROM on it.
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Android Pay can work on a rooted device but not without some workarounds and not an all devices. I know this is vague but you can Google a workaround posted on Reddit.
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sou...cs2AWiOpbIL3N_THg&sig2=n8MemJfiaZN-nsuOXK4eVQ
stl1859 said:
You say you have Marshmallow running right now - I am assuming you have a custom ROM - so I have a question for you - Are you able to use Android Pay with your custom ROM on your Idol3 ? Android Pay has become one of the major uses for me with my new device - and I am trying to find out if it would still work if I rooted the device and put on a custom ROM. I have heard otherwise, but since you already have a custom ROM on this device, maybe you can clear this up for me.
TIA
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No, Google will not allow it to work on rooted devices for security reasons.
HughJanus said:
Actually I can confirm TCL is working on Marshmallow for the Idol 3, the bad news is it won't be released until the end of this year.
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I wouldn't mind at all waiting a couple more months for Marshmallow 6. It's just that since I got the response from their official facebook page about not planning to update even to Lollipop 5.1 I remain sceptical about 6.0.
Anyway, I really hope then that you're right and I'm wrong.
Can you post a screenshot of their answer?
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Someone asked about future updates on FB. They got that reply:
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Kinda same answer I got.
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Idol3Owner said:
Hi. I own the 5.5' Idol 3 (6045Y).
This is just some information I received about three weeks ago and I just wanted to share it.
This is the official response that I got from the Alcatel One Touch team on Facebook.
I was thinking about buying the idol 3 (despite the many reviews where the laggy performance is mentioned, which is somewhat true).
Nevertheless, I bought it. For the price it has some unbeatable specs which don't quite perform as they should due to lack of optimization. If they did, this device would be excellent. Moto G (3rd gen) is the perfect example of a well optimized device which is a serious downgrade in specs compared to the Idol 3, but performs slightly better. I know because I own them both.
Still, what I was hoping for THE MOST with the Idol 3, since this is considered Alcatel's flagship model, were at least a couple of system updates. At least one for Lollipop 5.1.1.
However, now according to their official response, we're not getting that, not to mention something like Marshmallow 6.0.
I mean, even the Moto G is getting that for Christ's sake!
Very, very poor customer care. I was maybe even expecting this to some extent. But I was hoping that this brand wised up with this device.
However, Alcatel remains Alcatel, if you know what I mean. But hey, at least they were honest enough with the response.
So, there it is. Maybe this will be of some use for future buyers to think about.
P.S. I'm new to XDA and I'm posting this thread from the desktop but I can't find any option to attach the messages screenshots. If someone could tell me how to do that, that'd be great. Thanks.
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I disagree with this post.
If you look at at the amount of Android phones out there, being upgraded to the latest (non-security) Android OS is the exception to the rule. That is why I had a Nexus phone prior to the Idol 3. Comparing a Motorola phone to an Alcatel phone is insincere as well because Google bought (and then later sold) Motorola, so in terms of treatment for updates, they get specialized treatment.
Hello,
does anyone here know anything about if the Global version will be released and when (same as what Redmi 3S has)? I tried to Google it but all I found was so many threads about Global ROM, which I don't even understand what is (and certainly it doesn't have anything to do with HW supported LTE bands, does it?)
I would mostly need LTE b20 (Czech Republic)
Thanks
tslnox said:
Hello,
does anyone here know anything about if the Global version will be released and when (same as what Redmi 3S has)? I tried to Google it but all I found was so many threads about Global ROM, which I don't even understand what is (and certainly it doesn't have anything to do with HW supported LTE bands, does it?)
I would mostly need LTE b20 (Czech Republic)
Thanks
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go for redmi 4a. it has b20. other than that no idea
ttheodorou said:
go for redmi 4a. it has b20. other than that no idea
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4X would be better, wouldn't it? I am torn apart between buying this or waiting (indefinitely) until the 4 Prime global comes out, because I can't take any of this dumbphone (Microsoft Nokia number something) stuff anymore - texting on the numerical keyboard, lack of multitasking... It can't even lock keyboard when an app is open...
Thanks for the reply though
tslnox said:
4X would be better, wouldn't it? I am torn apart between buying this or waiting (indefinitely) until the 4 Prime global comes out, because I can't take any of this dumbphone (Microsoft Nokia number something) stuff anymore - texting on the numerical keyboard, lack of multitasking... It can't even lock keyboard when an app is open...
Thanks for the reply though
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go for a huawei something lite. they have a very similar phone to redmi 4 prime with b20 around 200euros in greece if 4g is so important. otherwise i recommend this phone. impressive battery life.
ttheodorou said:
go for a huawei something lite. they have a very similar phone to redmi 4 prime with b20 around 200euros in greece if 4g is so important. otherwise i recommend this phone. impressive battery life.
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I'v been looking at Moto G5 (normal variant) and it also looks very good in the price range. Is it? (sorry for the off topic, I don't wanna open another thread just to ask "is moto g5 good"? )
tslnox said:
I'v been looking at Moto G5 (normal variant) and it also looks very good in the price range. Is it? (sorry for the off topic, I don't wanna open another thread just to ask "is moto g5 good"? )
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decent but that soc... qualcom should bury 4xx series...
ttheodorou said:
decent but that soc... qualcom should bury 4xx series...
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OK, thanks I finally decided to go for Redmi 4X... I just hope that some custom ROMs will come soon
tslnox said:
OK, thanks I finally decided to go for Redmi 4X... I just hope that some custom ROMs will come soon
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The G5 has basically the same SoC. If you are interested in modding and roms, go for the Moto. They release working sources fast, and every device has an official LineageOS.
m4tt94 said:
The G5 has basically the same SoC. If you are interested in modding and roms, go for the Moto. They release working sources fast, and every device has an official LineageOS.
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Too late Already awaiting delivery on the 4X Thanks anyway
@tslnox Could you tell me something about the audio quality of the redmi 4x, please? That's the only thing that matters to me because i listen to a ton of music with my headphones, I don't care about camera or other stuff. Let me know when you get it!
ps. Where do you buy it? and how much does it cost? I found out the 32gb version at 127€
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@tslnox Could you tell me something about the audio quality of the redmi 4x, please? That's the only thing that matters to me because i listen to a ton of music with my headphones, I don't care about camera or other stuff. Let me know when you get it!
ps. Where do you buy it? and how much does it cost? I found out the 32gb version at 127€
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I bought it in Czech Republic, so the pricing is different, I had it for 4900CZK or cca 185€ with cheap tempered glass as a "gift". I'll answer you when I try listening to some music, I just put the SIM in and connected charger. I hope they will create 4X subforum soon, as now we are technically spamming wrong forum.
Got my hands on the unreleased lemax 3 (don't ask how) but the eui sucks and the phone has too many bugs, I just wanted to know that is there any rom in which I could use it
PICS AND SCREENSHOT:-https://imgur.com/gallery/c8RiH
Specs :- sd 821, 13mp dual cam nd 16 front, 6gb ram 64 gb storage, 2k display
You got that phone...? How?! It's unreleased! Please give me detailed specifications of the device. If not here, then PM me.
Also, as for the answer to your question, you won't find any ROMs for that device right now cause.. well, it's unreleased
Well i was just thinking that I can install the rom of lemax 2 or pro 3,
as for the device I got it from a company worker as u can see in the pics it has some serial no printed in the whole phone
It's specs are :- 2560*1440 resolution 5.7 inch screen, Android 60.1, snapdragon 821 with 6 gb ram 64 gb storage, 4000 mah battery 13 mp dual cam secondary is black and white cam front 16mp.
How will you install the ROM? Since it's unreleased, there's no recovery. Moving on, you can try installing a ROM from the Le Pro 3 forums, but it'll surely be extremely unstable and buggy. Probably even more so than your EUI. Still, if you're determined.. try this: https://forum.xda-developers.com/le-pro3/development/rom-paranoid-android-t3635168
And finally, I had been planning to buy a Le Pro 3 this Christmas, but now if the Le Max 3 is coming.. Do you know when will the phone release and what will be the expected price??
Lastly, if I helped you in any way, please press my thanks button. It slightly helps
@anmolsraj Where did you purchase the phone, from what reseller? Please don't say TinyDeal.. I was about to order one there, it might have saved me from a doomed day.
Please let us know from what source you got your device. It looks like a weird model because those models normally have one camera sensor and not two (in the rear)? Yeah the cool dual has two cams but the x7xx models should not have them?
NiTrOwow said:
@anmolsraj Where did you purchase the phone, from what reseller? Please don't say TinyDeal.. I was about to order one there, it might have saved me from a doomed day.
Please let us know from what source you got your device. It looks like a weird model because those models normally have one camera sensor and not two (in the rear)? Yeah the cool dual has two cams but the x7xx models should not have them?
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That's because that phone is an Le Max 3. An unreleased phone. The OP must've got it from a friend who's related to LeEco. Don't expect to get it as of now.
If I helped you in any way, please hit the thanks button.
adityabanerjee1303 said:
That's because that phone is an Le Max 3. An unreleased phone. The OP must've got it from a friend who's related to LeEco. Don't expect to get it as of now.
If I helped you in any way, please hit the thanks button.
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I looked at TinyDeal on uhm trustpilot. Not going to buy it there haha..
Looks like they buy and ship after buying stock hence the price they also declare the item as its real value. Meaning that customs will rape ya.
Too bad.. I was hoping that this phone would work with Android Nougat, so that we could extract the ROM from it.
We could then have port it on the Max2 or Pro3.
GalaxyUser said:
Too bad.. I was hoping that this phone would work with Android Nougat, so that we could extract the ROM from it.
We could then have port it on the Max2 or Pro3.
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Check these >>> https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74226826&postcount=39
>>> https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74228179&postcount=41
anmolsraj said:
Got my hands on the unreleased lemax 3 (don't ask how) but the eui sucks and the phone has too many bugs, I just wanted to know that is there any rom in which I could use it
PICS AND SCREENSHOT:-https://imgur.com/gallery/c8RiH
Specs :- sd 821, 13mp dual cam nd 16 front, 6gb ram 64 gb storage, 2k display
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I am pretty sure posting information about unreleased device is illegal will get you in trouble according to NDA.
&
eUI is the best UI ever use it as it is.
bbN said:
Check these >>> https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74226826&postcount=39
>>> https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74228179&postcount=41
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Wow thanks i'll try to find a download link and then try to port it on our LeMax2
er.davinder said:
eUI is the best UI ever use it as it is.
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Each to their own, not sure many people would agree though.
Hi, are there news about Le Max 3's ROMS ?! Thx
Le Max3
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