What phone after Jiayu S3 ? - JiaYu S3 Questions & Answers

I own my jiayu S3 since a long time. It's simply the best phone I have had so far. I love it, and I even bought another one for my wife. But with the applications updates and time passing, the 16 Gb of memory is simply not enough anymore for my usage.
I would like to find a replacement phone similar to my Jiayu with at least 32 Gb of memory and 4 Gb of ROM. The new phone should be dual sim (I work and live in two countries), compatible with European 4G, provide an extension for a memory card (that doesn't use a sim slot) and be easily rootable (I'm an IT engineer, so this is a must). The price should also be less then 300€ (my Jiayu S3 costed me less than 200€, with accessories and shipment included).
Is there any phone that can match this ? I just can't find any so far. I'm asking here because I suspect I'm not the only one wondering what one can use after a Jiayu S3.

https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=72917904
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nidget said:
I own my jiayu S3 since a long time. It's simply the best phone I have had so far. I love it, and I even bought another one for my wife.
Is there any phone that can match this ? I just can't find any so far. I'm asking here because I suspect I'm not the only one wondering what one can use after a Jiayu S3.
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It's a tough one. Been looking too for some upgrade after 2+ years of S3 use but there is always one or two things that you have to sacrifice - NFC, separate mSD slot, or sometimes B20 frequency on 4G network. For me, an upgrade from S3 would be a minimum of 4/64GB and 4000 mAh battery. I was looking for a larger screen also (Mi Max 2 with 6.44" is my favorite, although no NFC) and also some od Redmi Note series or some LeEco 5.7" models. Oh, and there is Lenovo P2 but it's not so much of an upgrade.

I like the idea of discussing next phone. We have something in common: our amazing JYS3 but, I think, also our belief in open source development. Next, we inevitably also focus on some different parameters (money, size, functionality, ...).
Personally, money is not the main obstacle, and, I would like a big 6.5" phone (and if needed at all : a 17" tablet) . Actually: for big screen Android experience I prefer a TV box (and dual boot LE for fun), so I probably do not need a tablet.
So, right now, I have hope for 'Huawei Honor Note 9' or 'Xiaomi Mi Mix 2' but -only- if some minimal, say, Google -style ROM can be built. If not then I would be equally happy with a big size madOS supported Mediatek device with excellent specs and support (just like my beloved JYS3s). Or, ideally: a OnePlus 6+ (6.5" phone).

For MadOS Rom, Superdragon mentioned perhaps getting the Vernee Apollo ...

mrgbuzz said:
For MadOS Rom, Superdragon mentioned perhaps getting the Vernee Apollo ...
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Vernee Apollo looks OK. I want more than 6" next phone. But that's just my wish.

What do you guys think of the Ulefone T1, is it any good and will it be supported bij MAD or other team?

Umidigi S2 Pro?

I think next week I will be ordering Mi Max 2, after 2.5 years of Jiayu S3. It's still running fine so I will probably keep it as backup (and to test Oreo if it comes in near future , but I decided it's time for a bigger screen and much better battery with QC3, which is one of the principal reasons for upgrade...
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Dior DNA said:
We have something in common: our amazing JYS3 but, I think, also our belief in open source development.
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Exactly. It's a critical advantage for the (more advanced) users to also have open source ROMs available.

antonioantuan said:
Umidigi S2 Pro?
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On paper, it's trully amazing. But it's not been released yet (it will be in a few days)..

Ulefone T1 ?

Vernee Mix 2 ?

Vernee Apollo 2 or LeEco LE MAX 3 I want to see them soon in reviews. Good screen, power and design

antonioantuan said:
Umidigi S2 Pro?
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Also going for this phone, only takes so long for its release.

magin1 said:
Also going for this phone, only takes so long for its release.
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Actually, I do not want that phone anymore. Maybe an Apollo 2 Vernee or a Leeco le Max3 (in the future)
A MTK x30 or a smartphone equal or superior Snapdragon 821

A colleague just told me about the XIAOMI Mi A1. It looks like a very good candidate to replace my Jiayu S3:
- nearly stock android, developed with Google partnership (the first Android One phone from Xiaomi), so it should get frequent updates. Android 8 Oreo planned for the end of the year
- made for the international market, not just for China
- dual sim. However the second SIM slot is also used for a memory card. What a silly trend ! But it has 64 GB of ROM, so this is a bit less of an issue
- 4 GB of RAM
- 5.5 inches 1920x1080, like the Jiayu S3
- snapdragon 625 2Ghz
- gpu Adreno 506
- 3080mah battery
- cheap, less than 240$ (200€)
A review: https://www.androidcentral.com/xiaomi-mi-a1-review

antonioantuan said:
Actually, I do not want that phone anymore. Maybe an Apollo 2 Vernee or a Leeco le Max3 (in the future)
A MTK x30 or a smartphone equal or superior Snapdragon 821
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Why did you change your mind?
Those two phones dont look as good as the Umidigi S2 Pro in my opinion.
And slightly better specs dont care to me, am not going to play heavy games.

Personally I've moved from Mediatek devices, got a Le Max 2 and it's a big step camera wise. Mediatek devices promise a lot but these Chinese companies fail to deliver on the specs. They keep bragging about the image sensor because they know they're not going to optimize the image quality.
Outside of MAD there's not really any development going on for Mediatek devices, and Mediatek seems to have given up on high-performance SoCs (X30 was a big flop), so it'll be the boring octa-core A53s for next year. You can find decent Qualcomm devices for the same price, and you'll get custom roms.

nidget said:
A colleague just told me about the XIAOMI Mi A1. It looks like a very good candidate to replace my Jiayu S3:
- nearly stock android, developed with Google partnership (the first Android One phone from Xiaomi), so it should get frequent updates. Android 8 Oreo planned for the end of the year
- made for the international market, not just for China
- dual sim. However the second SIM slot is also used for a memory card. What a silly trend ! But it has 64 GB of ROM, so this is a bit less of an issue
- 4 GB of RAM
- 5.5 inches 1920x1080, like the Jiayu S3
- snapdragon 625 2Ghz
- gpu Adreno 506
- 3080mah battery
- cheap, less than 240$ (200€)
A review: https://www.androidcentral.com/xiaomi-mi-a1-review
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This ticks a lot of boxes for me but it is missing NFC.

Related

Quad core Note possibly

http://www.engadget.com/2012/04/25/samsung-announces-1-4ghz-exynos-4-quad-as-basis-for-galaxy-s3/
Looks like Samsung could easily update the Note by swapping the CPU chip.
Maybe even get aftermarket updates to existing Notes?
ill take 2gbs of ram too
Hmm ill take dual quads plz
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I don't see any reason to switch to a device with that SoC. It uses an overclocked Mali-400 which we can achieve on our Note and the quad core thing is null as most apps don't support more than 2 cores. I would much rather prefer the Exynos 5 series which uses dual A15 chips and the superior Mali T604.
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lol.....you are just assembling smartphone
I would like to have 4 GB ram. 320 GB sd card. 2 GHz quadcore.
And laser gun like in bond movies.
well the current quadcore also seem to be a little bit warm... if samsung wanted to produce a galaxy note 2 they should wait till the quadcore-problems are away and spend a little bit more ram into our devices.
Indeed. same opinion.
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how much would everyone pay to have that 'King of Notes' shown in the video?
It would be pretty fantastic if we could do an aftermarket mod, but I presume 1: its soldered to the motherboard. 2: You can't buy it separately.
If I could actually swap my current cpu for that cpu then hell yeah I wouldn't mind.
The stock battery should hold up pretty well, maybe bring it down a bit.
But if it costs over $150 then forget it, I'd rather wait for the Note 2, because the original note is godly, and i know for a fact that the note 2 will be as well.
Despite all the so called "problems" with the original note, i still love it!
Spartoi said:
I don't see any reason to switch to a device with that SoC. It uses an overclocked Mali-400 which we can achieve on our Note and the quad core thing is null as most apps don't support more than 2 cores. I would much rather prefer the Exynos 5 series which uses dual A15 chips and the superior Mali T604.
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Agreed. I'm in the stupid position of wondering if I should wait 6 months or so for that mythical Note 2 or just buy the current one next week. My Xperia Play is getting long in the tooth and I don't see a version 2 of it coming anytime soon.
First world problems eh
Runadumb said:
Agreed. I'm in the stupid position of wondering if I should wait 6 months or so for that mythical Note 2 or just buy the current one next week. My Xperia Play is getting long in the tooth and I don't see a version 2 of it coming anytime soon.
First world problems eh
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You can either get it now, and when it comes out within the next month or two you'll regret it and beat yourself up over it
OR
Wait that month or two to get it, like in the Hindu culture, if you suffer now you will be rewarded later.
P.S. Sorry if i got the hindu culture wrong, i'm not indian.. im just a chinese person who lives in australia
or wait 1-2 months and find that it isnt even out
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You can either get it now, and when it comes out within the next month or two you'll regret it and beat yourself up over it
OR
Wait that month or two to get it, like in the Hindu culture, if you suffer now you will be rewarded later.
P.S. Sorry if i got the hindu culture wrong, i'm not indian.. im just a chinese person who lives in australia
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In your dreams is going to launch samsung the note 2 next month.
Basic market strategy
1- Launch a device at a time, if you launch more you are doing yourself competition, if you launch one now the other in 6 months a lot of users will replace the device every half year
2- Give the product a market life, launching a lot in little time will annoy your market base and you will lose customers.
We will see the first "leaks" on maybe September and a launch in November as the closest date as the galaxy 3 is already delayed comparing to the S2 "one year life"
And in other side, being the S3 hardware a minor upgrade with the same A9 (even if its quad), same gpu, same 1gb of ram, you will not lose a lot with the actual note hardware, in fact it could be worse if doesn't use physical buttons and steal of us real state of the screen to use in ****ty virtual buttons.
Yeah Kersh is right. It isn't going to happen in a couple of months. It will be (at earliest) around a year after the original note launched. So October-November time.
Also worried about them removing the physical buttons. Not sure if I want that or not. At least they might add a notification light...
shure2 said:
how much would everyone pay to have that 'King of Notes' shown in the video?
It would be pretty fantastic if we could do an aftermarket mod, but I presume 1: its soldered to the motherboard. 2: You can't buy it separately.
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hmm?
you do realise it is a normal galaxy note in that vid, dont you?
read the text at the bottom, it says exynos 4 dual. the chip in our notes is an exynos 4210, which is still technically an exynos 4.
samsung are following intel's tick-tock approach. theyre making a chip with the same core components as the previous chip to iron out all the bugs first (exynos 4212 is more or less the same as the exynos 4210 with a die shrink), and then they'll test out the quads on their new 32nm process to iron out the bugs. once theyve fixed the bugs and the process has matured a bit more, then they'll release the 'tock' step, exynos 5.
I would much more prefer Samsung tweak the os so our notes can do more things a netbook would be able to do.
no point to have quad core cpu atm, no appz uses even dual core so it is just for having higher benchmark test score ^^
Souai said:
hmm?
you do realise it is a normal galaxy note in that vid, dont you?
read the text at the bottom, it says exynos 4 dual. the chip in our notes is an exynos 4210, which is still technically an exynos 4.
samsung are following intel's tick-tock approach. theyre making a chip with the same core components as the previous chip to iron out all the bugs first (exynos 4212 is more or less the same as the exynos 4210 with a die shrink), and then they'll test out the quads on their new 32nm process to iron out the bugs. once theyve fixed the bugs and the process has matured a bit more, then they'll release the 'tock' step, exynos 5.
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There's also no evidence in the kernel sources of any new Note other than the Note 10.1 (which appears to be called "p4-note" in the I9100 update4 defconfigs) - which will be 4210 and not 4212.
It's hard to tell which devices that are getting 4x12 CPUs are getting updated dual and which are getting quad - the defconfigs all imply quad, however it looks like the code can automatically determine what it's running on at runtime and enable the extra cores if necessary without a kernel recompile.
I better wait for the new Note. If Note 2 (or maybe Note S) will be similar to Galaxy S3 quad core and 1,5GB-2GB RAM - I better wait for Note 3. I'm completely satisfied with the current device.

Oppo Find 5 Upgraded

The Oppo Find 5 for China has been silently upgraded to the Snapdragon 600 CPU. It has four cores of the upgraded Krait 300 architecture clocked at the higher 1.7GHz and the same Adreno 320 GPU but with 96 ALUs.
http://www.gsmarena.com/china_mobiles_oppo_find_5_gets_upgraded_with_snapdragon_600-news-6310.php
http://phandroid.com/2013/07/02/oppo-find-5-upgraded-with-snapdragon-600-processor/
I have been contemplating to buy this device for some time now. Once the upgraded version is released internationally I'm definitely procuring one.
Also, how does everyone here like their phone? Worth buying over my current Nexus 4?
Ritwik7 said:
The Oppo Find 5 for China has been silently upgraded to the Snapdragon 600 CPU. It has four cores of the upgraded Krait 300 architecture clocked at the higher 1.7GHz and the same Adreno 320 GPU but with 96 ALUs.
http://www.gsmarena.com/china_mobiles_oppo_find_5_gets_upgraded_with_snapdragon_600-news-6310.php
http://phandroid.com/2013/07/02/oppo-find-5-upgraded-with-snapdragon-600-processor/
I have been contemplating to buy this device for some time now. Once the upgraded version is released internationally I'm definitely procuring one.
Also, how does everyone here like their phone? Worth buying over my current Nexus 4?
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I've had a Nexus 4 and my current phone is the Find 5.
The phones are quite similar with the main differences being on the camera and screen front (the Find 5 trumping the Nexus 4 on both fronts). For me, the main differences are as follows:
1. Screen. The Find 5's screen is a lot better than the Nexus 4's. The colours/brightness are so much better plus it's 1080p.
2. Camera. Nexus 4 8MP/Find 5 13MP. Okay, megapixels isn't a good benchmark but still, the oppo find 5's camera is better.
3. Software. The software that comes preloaded on the Find 5 is crap. It's buggy and jerky. Compare that to the Nexus 4 and the 4 wins outright. However, if you root it and flash a custom ROM the experience becomes more comparable. I've tried 3 ROMs so far and the one that I'm currently running (jellybeer) is running really well with no lag whatsoever.
Interesting to hear about the upgraded CPU. Wish I'd have held off now!!! With a 1.7GHz chip I believe the Find 5 will easily trounce the Nexus 4. Also, when comparing against more mainstream flagship devices (S4/HTC One) I prefer to be using an "Indie" phone that is very different than the average person's mobile.
EDIT: link to a comparison of the Nexus 4 and Find 5 - http://www.phonearena.com/phones/compare/OPPO-Find-5,Google-Nexus-4/phones/7600,7531
Being in China, I had a chance to handle the TD version at one of the many Oppo stores here. From what the sales guy said, However, it will only be available in China, as the TD version is being tailored and produced exclusively for use on China Mobile's TD-SCDMA 3G service. You may be able to get it from a grey seller, though, but I wouldn't hold my breath.
The firmwares between the two are also incompatible, so the ROMs you find here won't work on the TD unless someone has modified it.
EDIT: The sales guy from two different stores I went to also said that Oppo isn't producing a 32GB version of the Find 5 TD (one also said the regular Find 5) anymore due to low demand, but take it with a grain of salt, as salepeople here aren't usually experts on their company workings.
Thanks TheMadMan10 and Vapourstreak. I'm a little disappointed to learn that there will not be any international version of the Oppo Find 5 with the Snapdragon 600 CPU. I love the looks and build of the Oppo but now I'm wondering whether it'll be a good idea to buy a phone with relatively older specs. The HTC One and Galaxy S4 theoretically should trounce the Oppo in performance.
Would take the F5 over the N4 every time, although the N4 is really nice being stock Android (I've a Find 5 and wife has Nexus 4). The screen above all makes the F5 a winner, besides anything else for me.
Software-wise, I've tried most stock/beta/Chinese Firefly/custom ROMs and have settled on Chinese open beta Firefly which is really smooth and issue-free with good benchmarks (see sig), although people who who use apps I don't have raised issues.
I suppose if you're wanting absolute top-of-the-line specs and are thinking of the S4 or HTC One, maybe wait for the HTC One Google edition? Personally after two years of Touchwiz and the bland design (subjective) with Note and Note 2 and won't be going back anytime soon.
I personally don't think there's any phone on the market right now that looks better than the Oppo. But that's subjective. The earliest I can get my hands on one is October.
However, I also hear that the Oppo is slower then the Nexus 4 in games as the same Adreno 320 GPU has to power a 5" 1080p screen. What's the opinion of all the Oppo owners here?
Yeah I also read about the Adreno and 1080p - think it was Anandtech review (?)
I'm not a massive gamer but play Real Racing 3 quite a bit and haven't noticed slowdown, only that it's smoother than my old Note 2 - especially when races have 22 cars on track. Haven't tried it on the Nexus 4.
If you're waiting until October then you should have a good idea of what's coming up in terms of new models by then. The F5 will be almost a year old in terms of announcement so maybe an upgrade (Find 7?) is in the works.
-- From my Find 5

Lenovo Lemo K3 Note Hands on, Antutu, Battery, GPS, Google Play store review

In current market, there is a much competitive and popular smartphone from Lenovo, although it's not the first 64bit 4G LTE smartphone, and it also the upgraded version of Lenovo Lemo, we must figure out the model, right, it's Lenovo Lemo K3 Note. After Meizu announced its note version, Meizu M1 Note, 'Note' has become the trendy word, like Xiaomi Note, so does Lenovo K3 Note. We are delighted to get the goods to make a specific hands on review for you when you have questions to purchase this one.
Design
Lenovo K3 Note has boosted 5.5inch FHD IPS screen instead of the Lenovo k3 with 5.0inch HD IPS screen, in view of the screen size and screen resolution, large screen size can be regarded as a small tablet pc, like a popular phablet, especially for those large-palm foreigner. What's more, i am so picky with the screen resolution, if i bought a smartphone with lower screen resolution, which means the less superior video quality. Fortunately, Lenovo K3 note has the highest screen resolution with 1920 * 1080pixels, which enables me to enjoy more full high definition videos, games, and so on. This factor is very critical for me.
Hardware
Lenovo K3 Note has also made changed about its CPU, this time it uses the latest and most popular MTK6752 64bit Octa core 1.7GHz CPU rather than Qualcomm MSMS8916 64bit Quad Core 1.2GHz CPU of Lenovo Lemo K3, built in RAM 2GB ROM 16GB, larger than RAM 1GB of Lenovo K3. As you know, a chipset is as important as human's heart, 64bit Octa core processor has come into a mature and stable stage for most smartphones. I can play 3D games freely and rapidly by Lenovo K3 Note, meanwhile, RAM 2GB running memory helps me store and run the enough apps to avoid the lack storage to be stuck.
Dual Camera
When i pick a smartphone, i also attch importance to the dual camera, it has 13MP back camera and 5MP front camera, both cameras enable me to take a picture in low light, let alone in strong light. I always take this smartphone to shoot some beautiful moments in my life and then upload in my zone. I believe as time passed by, it can be eternal.
Software
For most Lenovo smartphone, it just can support Chinese and English, and it doesn't have Google play store. Right now we can share the good news that this one not only has google play store, but also set up in your mother tongue. Meanwhile, I can use GPS to locate where i want to go to avoid losing the way. Other practical softwares such as facebook, twitter, bluetooth are provided for you free. In addition, 3000mAh Battery lets me call or play for one day without charging more. I can't express more about this smartphone.
Price and Coupon
Lenovo K3 Note begins to sell now below $170 today to get a nice budget phone. Now there are Yellow and White in stock. Which one will you choose? More latest review about Chinese smartphone will come soon, stay tuned.
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droidjo said:
In current market, there is a much competitive and popular smartphone from Lenovo, although it's not the first 64bit 4G LTE smartphone, and it also the upgraded version of Lenovo Lemo, we must figure out the model, right, it's Lenovo Lemo K3 Note. After Meizu announced its note version, Meizu M1 Note, 'Note' has become the trendy word, like Xiaomi Note, so does Lenovo K3 Note. We are delighted to get the goods to make a specific hands on review for you when you have questions to purchase this one.
Design
Lenovo K3 Note has boosted 5.5inch FHD IPS screen instead of the Lenovo k3 with 5.0inch HD IPS screen, in view of the screen size and screen resolution, large screen size can be regarded as a small tablet pc, like a popular phablet, especially for those large-palm foreigner. What's more, i am so picky with the screen resolution, if i bought a smartphone with lower screen resolution, which means the less superior video quality. Fortunately, Lenovo K3 note has the highest screen resolution with 1920 * 1080pixels, which enables me to enjoy more full high definition videos, games, and so on. This factor is very critical for me.
Hardware
Lenovo K3 Note has also made changed about its CPU, this time it uses the latest and most popular MTK6752 64bit Octa core 1.7GHz CPU rather than Qualcomm MSMS8916 64bit Quad Core 1.2GHz CPU of Lenovo Lemo K3, built in RAM 2GB ROM 16GB, larger than RAM 1GB of Lenovo K3. As you know, a chipset is as important as human's heart, 64bit Octa core processor has come into a mature and stable stage for most smartphones. I can play 3D games freely and rapidly by Lenovo K3 Note, meanwhile, RAM 2GB running memory helps me store and run the enough apps to avoid the lack storage to be stuck.
Dual Camera
When i pick a smartphone, i also attch importance to the dual camera, it has 13MP back camera and 5MP front camera, both cameras enable me to take a picture in low light, let alone in strong light. I always take this smartphone to shoot some beautiful moments in my life and then upload in my zone. I believe as time passed by, it can be eternal.
Software
For most Lenovo smartphone, it just can support Chinese and English, and it doesn't have Google play store. Right now we can share the good news that this one not only has google play store, but also set up in your mother tongue. Meanwhile, I can use GPS to locate where i want to go to avoid losing the way. Other practical softwares such as facebook, twitter, bluetooth are provided for you free. In addition, 3000mAh Battery lets me call or play for one day without charging more. I can't express more about this smartphone.
Price and Coupon
Lenovo K3 Note begins to sell now below $180 today to get a nice budget phone. Now there are Yellow and White in stock. Which one will you choose? More latest review about Chinese smartphone will come soon, stay tuned.
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I have one too, and I have flash it with a custom recovery and I can not boot now
Any one please can give me a flash backup that I can use it with SPFlashTool ?
many thanks.
droidjo said:
In current market, there is a much competitive and popular smartphone from Lenovo, although it's not the first 64bit 4G LTE smartphone, and it also the upgraded version of Lenovo Lemo, we must figure out the model, right, it's Lenovo Lemo K3 Note. After Meizu announced its note version, Meizu M1 Note, 'Note' has become the trendy word, like Xiaomi Note, so does Lenovo K3 Note. We are delighted to get the goods to make a specific hands on review for you when you have questions to purchase this one.
Design
Lenovo K3 Note has boosted 5.5inch FHD IPS screen instead of the Lenovo k3 with 5.0inch HD IPS screen, in view of the screen size and screen resolution, large screen size can be regarded as a small tablet pc, like a popular phablet, especially for those large-palm foreigner. What's more, i am so picky with the screen resolution, if i bought a smartphone with lower screen resolution, which means the less superior video quality. Fortunately, Lenovo K3 note has the highest screen resolution with 1920 * 1080pixels, which enables me to enjoy more full high definition videos, games, and so on. This factor is very critical for me.
Hardware
Lenovo K3 Note has also made changed about its CPU, this time it uses the latest and most popular MTK6752 64bit Octa core 1.7GHz CPU rather than Qualcomm MSMS8916 64bit Quad Core 1.2GHz CPU of Lenovo Lemo K3, built in RAM 2GB ROM 16GB, larger than RAM 1GB of Lenovo K3. As you know, a chipset is as important as human's heart, 64bit Octa core processor has come into a mature and stable stage for most smartphones. I can play 3D games freely and rapidly by Lenovo K3 Note, meanwhile, RAM 2GB running memory helps me store and run the enough apps to avoid the lack storage to be stuck.
Dual Camera
When i pick a smartphone, i also attch importance to the dual camera, it has 13MP back camera and 5MP front camera, both cameras enable me to take a picture in low light, let alone in strong light. I always take this smartphone to shoot some beautiful moments in my life and then upload in my zone. I believe as time passed by, it can be eternal.
Software
For most Lenovo smartphone, it just can support Chinese and English, and it doesn't have Google play store. Right now we can share the good news that this one not only has google play store, but also set up in your mother tongue. Meanwhile, I can use GPS to locate where i want to go to avoid losing the way. Other practical softwares such as facebook, twitter, bluetooth are provided for you free. In addition, 3000mAh Battery lets me call or play for one day without charging more. I can't express more about this smartphone.
Price and Coupon
Lenovo K3 Note begins to sell now below $180 today to get a nice budget phone. Now there are Yellow and White in stock. Which one will you choose? More latest review about Chinese smartphone will come soon, stay tuned.
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Hello to all guys , I just got this fantastic Lenovo phablet , but I do not like the translation and Vibe UI , I want to find a pure Android rom . I know that almost certainly there are devices that have the Lenovo compatible roms . Can anyone help me out ?
Bands FDD
kangel said:
Hello to all guys , I just got this fantastic Lenovo phablet , but I do not like the translation and Vibe UI , I want to find a pure Android rom . I know that almost certainly there are devices that have the Lenovo compatible roms . Can anyone help me out ?
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Can anyone answer me if this cellphone supports Band B7 (2600 MHz) 4G. Because I want to purchase one, but I saw on TENAA site that doesn't supports.
Thank you
samukaiser said:
Can anyone answer me if this cellphone supports Band B7 (2600 MHz) 4G. Because I want to purchase one, but I saw on TENAA site that doesn't supports.
Thank you
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I'm now in 4G
The dropbox require password, some one knows it?
kangel said:
I'm now in 4G
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I know that supports B1 and B3 bands (1800 and 2100 MHz)
But I want to know if supports band b7 (2600 MHz) because that it's used here.
samukaiser said:
I know that supports B1 and B3 bands (1800 and 2100 MHz)
But I want to know if supports band b7 (2600 MHz) because that it's used here.
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Hi Friend, it supports 4G: FDD-LTE 1800/2100/2600MHz, please check it.
gaaps need
I bought this today. But its in chinese version with no google servieces. Any gaaps link or firmware link with playstore and google services enabled???
rana103 said:
I bought this today. But its in chinese version with no google servieces. Any gaaps link or firmware link with playstore and google services enabled???
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1/ Go here and download the CWM recovery v6.0.5.1 : http://pan.baidu.com/s/1mguuByg
2/ Install it with SPFlashTool. Important : you must to check the option "DA DL All with Checksum" otherwise it will not boot!
3/ reboot to CWM recovery and install google gapps 5.0 minimal : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/gapps-google-apps-minimal-edition-t2943330
4/ Bonus: root --> via recovery, install the supersu update zip : https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU/
droidjo said:
Hi, I have helped you get the ROM from my friend, you can flash the lenovo k3 note and get the Lenovo K3 Note ROM here! It's exclusive, just cherish it. By the way, after you flash the phone, don't forget to install the software, MoboPlayer_81.apk in the file.
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No reply for the Dropbox rom download link???
Any other firmware links available for this mobile??
Just and insurance..
The official roms are very good, no need of any password of any thing : http://www.vibeui.com/vibeui/rom?key=k3 note
Install it via CWM.
It will overwrite the recovery by the official one, just reflash it by the CWM recovery and re-root as usual with : https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU
dreambo said:
The official roms are very good, no need of any password of any thing : http://www.vibeui.com/vibeui/rom?key=k3 note
Install it via CWM.
It will overwrite the recovery by the official one, just reflash it by the CWM recovery and re-root as usual with : https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU
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I really want to get this device! But a few questions for those that have it...
(a) what is the quality of the camera? For the price, I know I can't expect too much, but I am hoping it is significantly better than my current phone (Moto G 2013)
(b) from youtube videos it looks like the screen has quite a significant blue tint to the screen colors. Have you found this to be the case, and have you tried using any apps to correct it?
(c) has anybody successfully used a 64GB micro SD card with it?
(d) it seems that it does not come with Google Play. Has anybody successfully replicated the steps posted by dreambo to root and install gapps?
dreambo said:
The official roms are very good, no need of any password of any thing : http://www.vibeui.com/vibeui/rom?key=k3 note
Install it via CWM.
It will overwrite the recovery by the official one, just reflash it by the CWM recovery and re-root as usual with : https://download.chainfire.eu/696/SuperSU
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lol, i release the rom to support Multi-language, the officail rom just supports English and Chinese.
droidjo said:
lol, i release the rom to support Multi-language, the officail rom just supports English and Chinese.
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Real multi-language or only 95% of system? Because I'm italian and I don't like that translation.
Can you send me italian screenshots?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NI25fKWQQuI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JxvNVsWVSXc
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21BztpqT_8U
kangel said:
Hello to all guys , I just got this fantastic Lenovo phablet , but I do not like the translation and Vibe UI , I want to find a pure Android rom . I know that almost certainly there are devices that have the Lenovo compatible roms . Can anyone help me out ?
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yeah, which model?
Lataman said:
The dropbox require password, some one knows it?
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lol, you need to contact the reseller about the password.
lenovo k3 note problem
hello sorry for my english.
i have k3 note and i have problem with miracast... its very big lathency... and movies work ok only in .mkv codec.... my friend have jiayu s3... its similiar phone like mine but his work great...
i think this its firmware/ rom problem... can someone send link to stock pure android...plese help
limafoxtrot said:
I really want to get this device! But a few questions for those that have it...
(a) what is the quality of the camera? For the price, I know I can't expect too much, but I am hoping it is significantly better than my current phone (Moto G 2013)
(b) from youtube videos it looks like the screen has quite a significant blue tint to the screen colors. Have you found this to be the case, and have you tried using any apps to correct it?
(c) has anybody successfully used a 64GB micro SD card with it?
(d) it seems that it does not come with Google Play. Has anybody successfully replicated the steps posted by dreambo to root and install gapps?
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camera take little worst phote then sgnote 3
in my phone i have 64gb toshiba hspeed and works great
i order my phone from aliexpress and i have gpstore and gapps
but this phone( on my system) dont have ota update so a wait fore cm or stock rom

[Discussion] How does the OnePlus X compare to its main rivals?

By rivals, I mean devices (1) in the same size category (~5") and (2) in the same market class and/or spec range, such as:
Nexus 5X
HTC One A9
Motorola Moto G
Samsung Z3/J5/E5
What else?
In this thread, I'd like to avoid discussing larger phones (~5.5") or flagship devices that cost upwards of $400 (The HTC One A9 just squeaks in).
Speaking in broad strokes, given the specs and price it looks like the One X mops them all up in the spirit of the OnePlus One. The Motorola and the Samsungs are similarly priced but seriously lacking in specs. The Nexus 5X and HTC One A9 have equal or better specs, but cost quite a bit more. I'm trying to think of anything close to the value proposition of the X and I'm not coming up with much.
What say ye?
I think that Xiaomi Mi4C is pretty good competitor. Dimensions are almost the same. Mi4C has a bigger battery, a bit faster processor (SD808), usb type-C and IR blaster. However, OnePlus X has Amoled screen and sd-card slot (and 800Mhz LTE for EU users). I think that OnePlus X has also better OS and perharps longer update support.
Does it have to be a 2015 release? Expanding the base:
LG G2/Nexus 5: very similiar size + NFC + 32GB base but lacking sd expansion.
Xperia Z3 Compact: smaller screen + body with mostly similiar specs.
Galaxy S5 - ugly but is an otherwise functional phone at a good price
CafeKampuchia said:
By rivals, I mean devices (1) in the same size category (~5") and (2) in the same market class and/or spec range, such as:
Nexus 5X
HTC One A9
Motorola Moto G
Samsung Z3/J5/E5
What else?
In this thread, I'd like to avoid discussing larger phones (~5.5") or flagship devices that cost upwards of $400 (The HTC One A9 just squeaks in).
Speaking in broad strokes, given the specs and price it looks like the One X mops them all up in the spirit of the OnePlus One. The Motorola and the Samsungs are similarly priced but seriously lacking in specs. The Nexus 5X and HTC One A9 have equal or better specs, but cost quite a bit more. I'm trying to think of anything close to the value proposition of the X and I'm not coming up with much.
What say ye?
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rp3 said:
Does it have to be a 2015 release? Expanding the base:
LG G2/Nexus 5: very similiar size + NFC + 32GB base but lacking sd expansion.
Xperia Z3 Compact: smaller screen + body with mostly similiar specs.
Galaxy S5 - ugly but is an otherwise functional phone at a good price
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+1 I think former flagships are a great alternative, since most of them continue on to become great mid-range phones.
Unfortunately, the Nexus 5 isn't available new anymore, except for the occasional eBay auction.
The Xperia Z3 Compact clearly isn't a ~5" device.
LG G2/G3 can be considered as rivals too !
No LTE in USA!, fingerprint scanner, nfc, ois....what is oneplus thinking? With this trend of lacking necessary features and increasing prices, it's doubtful oneplus will ever be more than a small player.
i would say Mi 4C would be the main competitor, with SD808, Wifi AC, bigger battery, and IR Blaster in its favour
OPX has AMOLED, Metal build, and MicroSD in its favour though
i would say the bigger battery and Wifi AC will hurt the OPX more than the chipset difference, apparently SD808 and SD801 CPU performance is about the same, though Adreno 418 is about 20% better than 330, even though Adreno 330 is "enough" for 1080p screens (quotation bcz enough is very subjective)
I'm having a real struggle here :/
Mi4c is missing band 20 LTE which rules out O2 in the UK
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It's missing the LTE bands 12 and 17, which means it's a lousy phone for 4G networks in USA. At this point, it's still a better deal overall to just get the old OPO in the USA.
Akopps said:
It's missing the LTE bands 12 and 17, which means it's a lousy phone for 4G networks in USA. At this point, it's still a better deal overall to just get the old OPO in the USA.
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Which is missing bands 2 & 12, so pick your poison.
LTE Bands: 1/3/4/7/17/38/40
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Source. OnePlus.net
What should I pick between one plus x and Moto x play, the price is almost the same. For performance the one plus should be better but the battery life on the x play should be amazing.. I don't know what to chose.
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gabling23 said:
What should I pick between one plus x and Moto x play, the price is almost the same. For performance the one plus should be better but the battery life on the x play should be amazing.. I don't know what to chose.
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Plus x has SAMOLED , which is a strong point in itself. Also, SAMOLED means more battery life.
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CafeKampuchia said:
Which is missing bands 2 & 12, so pick your poison.
Source. OnePlus.net
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Oh that's right. However, I am on AT&T network, so I care only about the band 17 right now, which OnePlus One supports. Anyways, with crippled LTE band support, the X is kind of a lousy proposition IMHO.
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CafeKampuchia said:
Which is missing bands 2 & 12, so pick your poison.
Source. OnePlus.net
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CafeKampuchia said:
By rivals, I mean devices (1) in the same size category (~5") and (2) in the same market class and/or spec range, such as:
Nexus 5X
HTC One A9
Motorola Moto G
Samsung Z3/J5/E5
What else?
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In my opinion, the Asus Zenfone 2 and its derivatives is definitely a rival. My understanding is that the Intel-based Asus Zenfone 2 has very good SoC performance, probably above the Snapdragon 801, but below average battery life, screen brightness, and camera software. The Snapdragon 615 based Asus Zenfone 2 Laser has average SoC performance, but better battery life and better camera (screen is the same). Considering that both Zenfones start at $200 and have proper LTE support, they're definitely in the game. Moto G falls approximately into the same performance bracket at Zenfone 2 laser (actually slower a bit), but has class leading battery performance.
Another possibility, why not consider some of the discontinued Snapdragon 800/801 based smartphones? Considering the Snapdragon 808/810 fiasco, I think those are well worth checking out. For example you can find on eBay NEW and unlocked LG G2 (SD 800, no sd card) for around $160, Nexus 5 (SD800, no SD) for $180-200, LG G3 (SD 801, sd card) for $230, or Samsung Galaxy S5 (SD801, sd card) for just under $300. All of these roughly fall into the same performance bracket at OnePlus One/X, but offer specific versions with the LTE Band 17 used by AT&T in USA that the OnePlus X lacks.
And finally, speaking of Nexus 5X, early reviews suggest it's not all that great or the kind of a diamond in rough that Nexus 5 or OnePlus One used to be, in part thanks the slow storage performance because of the new encryption scheme and once again thanks to the SD808. Considering the price of the base Nexus 5X, I think you could do better with buying a OnePlus 2, which has all the same specs but more memory and slightly faster SoC.
Anandtech has a very thorough review of 5X:
http://anandtech.com/show/9742/the-google-nexus-5x-review
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The Asus Zenfone 2 Laser has average SoC performance, but better battery life and better camera (screen is the same).
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I can attest to the Zenfone 2 Laser's battery life. It has an insane capacity! One of my friends just bought the ZF2 Laser, and he constantly gets around 9-10 hrs SoT. And it's not even as if he keeps the screen on doing nothing, he puts it through light to moderate usage - playing light games, browsing, whatsapp, etc with wi-fi on the whole day, but the damn thing just keeps on going!
As far as the performance is concerned, the SD410 is doing a very satisfactory job. So far I've not seen any slowdowns/lags/stuttering whatsoever. So its going pretty smooth as of now.
What about the Huawei Honor 7? It has similar specs and also the price is almost the same (at least in Europe - 270 EUR vs. 300 EUR).
While we compare, what is the software update record of Asus, Huawei, Acer etc? I think Oneplus is going to support their devices for longer than any of those
Currently have a Nexus 5, not sure if it was right to "upgrade". Damn I am gonna miss wireless charging
it is not "upgrade". it is a "sidegrade"
The yu yutopia when it releases with SD 810 at the price of ₹21,000 32gb
Stop suggesting 5.5 phablets. This thread is about 5 in Phones.

Redmi Note 4 Pros & Cons Read before Purchase

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Unfortunately, I'm fairly certain that we will never get the sources required for a proper custom ROM on this device, mainly because it is Mediatek.
Waiting for Redmi Note 4 Pro (Snapdragon)...
They will launch Snapdragon version in India due to patent issues with Erricson. So we might get our hands on the source code just like Note 3.
nitrobg said:
Unfortunately, I'm fairly certain that we will never get the sources required for a proper custom ROM on this device, mainly because it is Mediatek.
Waiting for Redmi Note 4 Pro (Snapdragon)...
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Ya you are right mediatek device is the main issue about this phone. one thing I have also notice camera quality is not much better
The Snapdragon 652 will be a beast on this phone, especially when the ROMs start rolling in.
nitrobg said:
Unfortunately, I'm fairly certain that we will never get the sources required for a proper custom ROM on this device, mainly because it is Mediatek.
Waiting for Redmi Note 4 Pro (Snapdragon)...
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Do you know on average how much time it will take for them to release it? by comparing with past devices?
Hgneto said:
Do you know on average how much time it will take for them to release it? by comparing with past devices?
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Usually 3-6 months after the launch.
amarlko said:
Xiaomi has rocked the India and chinese smartphone marketplace launching, it’s killer price range phone, Xiaomi Redmi be aware 3 priced at Rs 9,999 for 16GB ROM+2GB RAM, Rs 11,999 for 32GB+3GB RAM. Now it’s success, Xiaomi Redmi note 4 released in China at CNY 899 (approx. Rs. 9,000) for 2GB RAM+16GB ROM and at CNY 1,199 (approx.Rs. 12,000) FOR 3GB RAM+64GB ROM in grey, Gold and Silver color option.
In latest report, Xiaomi Redmi note 4 featuring Marshmallow 6.0 , Octa-core Soc, finger print scanner , USB kind C will launch in Q3 will be priced approx. Rs 10,000 for 2GB+16GB, Approx. Rs 12,000 for 3GB+64GB. it’s going to counter Lenovo, Samsung and HTC in mid-range phone market.
Pros Of Redmi Note 4
Design Is very well
5.5 inch full HD display
curved glass 2.5
Octa-core Soc, finger print scanner
Marshmallow 6.0
big games can play easily
MIUI version 8
Cons of Redmi Note 4
Micro SD slot not dedicated
Camera quality is not much better
Mediatek processer
primary camera quality is not well
Lock screen can’t control Music Apps
While recording HD video’s phone automatically lags
app can’t move in SD card
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So it's MediaTek? I have 3 MT devices, none of them have enough space in the user partition. I thought that was the reason why there were slow and unresponsive.
But these look a lot better than what I already have. Can they be rooted, do the standard recoveries show upside-down. CWM is easier to manage that way, but TWRP is difficult.
mediatek
X-weApon-X said:
So it's MediaTek? I have 3 MT devices, none of them have enough space in the user partition. I thought that was the reason why there were slow and unresponsive.
But these look a lot better than what I already have. Can they be rooted, do the standard recoveries show upside-down. CWM is easier to manage that way, but TWRP is difficult.
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Mediatek device main problem is regarding enough space and fast access. I hope Redmi note 4 wiil work much better if a user can root this device & create SD partition .
what's the difference with xiaomi note 3 ??? except the look..
alvxs said:
what's the difference with xiaomi note 3 ??? except the look..
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-upgraded processor
-upgraded internal storage option (64GB)
-speaker on bottom
-comes with Android MM
-2.5D glass
Those are the first things that I notice.
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