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I need to get a new phone. My current Nexus 6 can barley keep a charge and is very sluggish. I have a chance to get a PH-1 for $280 outright or $240 for sprint version vs getting a Pixel 2 XL for $600. Basically the pixel is more than double the price. I am on Verizon and don;t have many other options for phones that can be easily rooted and bootloader unlocked. I have been reading this forum and most everyone likes their PH-1 except the camera. Is the Camera that bad? How much better is it now with newer software? Google Camera port? Is their anything that would steer me clear from this phone? Money is tight and I really can't afford to spend that much more money if I don't to. Saying that I don't want to buy the PH-1 and hating it only to spend more money to get something else. As for the Sprint version of the phone, I have read it takes only 2 files to unlock it then I read you can't, which on is it? Should I spend the extra $40 to get the non-sprint version?
I know I asked many questions and all your help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
BB
The camera is a non issue as most of us use the Google Camera port as our Camera app, so you'll get great IQ from your PH-1 essentially using a port of the Pixel 2 camera app on yr PH-1 see here https://www.celsoazevedo.com/files/android/google-camera/
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A big factor is size. I came from the OG pixel (non xl) and I have fallen in love with the size of this phone. The pixel 2 xl I hear is a little tall. It's about as tall as the the nexus 6 actually. However for 280 I can't think of a better deal.. I got mine for 350 and it is a hell of a lot of phone for the price. Just use the Google camera port for sure though
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I need to get a new phone. My current Nexus 6 can barley keep a charge and is very sluggish. I have a chance to get a PH-1 for $280 outright or $240 for sprint version vs getting a Pixel 2 XL for $600. Basically the pixel is more than double the price. I am on Verizon and don;t have many other options for phones that can be easily rooted and bootloader unlocked. I have been reading this forum and most everyone likes their PH-1 except the camera. Is the Camera that bad? How much better is it now with newer software? Google Camera port? Is their anything that would steer me clear from this phone? Money is tight and I really can't afford to spend that much more money if I don't to. Saying that I don't want to buy the PH-1 and hating it only to spend more money to get something else. As for the Sprint version of the phone, I have read it takes only 2 files to unlock it then I read you can't, which on is it? Should I spend the extra $40 to get the non-sprint version?
I know I asked many questions and all your help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
BB
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I'm on Verizon and the phone works great.
I don't have any real complaints about the camera and the ability to have a 360 camera is great.
People seem to want DSLR quality from a smart phone. I don't I expect smartphone/point and shoot quality and it meets that.
Is is better than the iPhoneX? I don't know.
Is it better than the Nexus 6P that I had previously? Yep.
I keep a mirrorless APS-C camera in the car. So for me, the phone is a last resort for pics.
Sorry OP, may I borrow your post and make a question too?
I have a Mate 10 Pro, I had the chance to use the Essential Phone for one day.
I know that we can't judge anything with one day but... The Essential Phone felt a little lagging compared to my Mate 10 Pro. One note I have to say is that the Essential was on 8.0.0 (I guess) and not the latest 8.1 update.
So I ask: Isn't the Essential Phone a little slow compared to the others flagships? The camera is a good example to say.
(And I've heard that the Pixel 2 (XL) is one of the fastest smartphone period.)
Sorry again, OP.
Speaking on performance. I have read that the OS is jiggery not smooth. Any comments on that?
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Speaking on performance. I have read that the OS is jiggery not smooth. Any comments on that?
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Not on 8.1. I just came to this from a Nexus 6, and I've run everything on that, including more than half of the 8.1 ports and for me there's no comparison, this device is a much snappier experience.
If having the bootloader unlocked and rooting is important to you what about ROM or kernel development? There is almost no development for the Essential. After a year on the market only two custom ROMs that I know of officially support this phone--AOSP and Carbon. Yes, you can unlock the bootloader but the development community is almost non-existent.
Twrp is weird on this phone, you cant install it permanently. You'll need to always be near a computer if you want to install anything. Screen has lackluster touch response, smoothness is hit or miss with the jitteriness. Edge detection could be improved. Don't have a pixel but I'd recommend it over the essential.
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Twrp is weird on this phone, you cant install it permanently. You'll need to always be near a computer if you want to install anything. Screen has lackluster touch response, smoothness is hit or miss with the jitteriness. Edge detection could be improved. Don't have a pixel but I'd recommend it over the essential.
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TWRP is not weird on this phone.
The boot holds the recovery also.
This just means that the custom recovery must be integrated into boot image.
The phone has to complete boot/os setups. The makes sure that you can always recover and you can update the OS white the phone is running.
As far as jitter. A fix is in the developer options in 8.1.
I don't have any touch response issues and the overall device is much better than a Pixel (IMHO).
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Twrp is weird on this phone, you cant install it permanently. You'll need to always be near a computer if you want to install anything. Screen has lackluster touch response, smoothness is hit or miss with the jitteriness. Edge detection could be improved. Don't have a pixel but I'd recommend it over the essential.
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And how much did you spend?
Bad Bimr said:
I need to get a new phone. My current Nexus 6 can barley keep a charge and is very sluggish. I have a chance to get a PH-1 for $280 outright or $240 for sprint version vs getting a Pixel 2 XL for $600. Basically the pixel is more than double the price. I am on Verizon and don;t have many other options for phones that can be easily rooted and bootloader unlocked. I have been reading this forum and most everyone likes their PH-1 except the camera. Is the Camera that bad? How much better is it now with newer software? Google Camera port? Is their anything that would steer me clear from this phone? Money is tight and I really can't afford to spend that much more money if I don't to. Saying that I don't want to buy the PH-1 and hating it only to spend more money to get something else. As for the Sprint version of the phone, I have read it takes only 2 files to unlock it then I read you can't, which on is it? Should I spend the extra $40 to get the non-sprint version?
I know I asked many questions and all your help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advance
BB
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I have been using PH-1 for a while now and with the official Oreo update and camera port I can recommend this phone. I have an iPhone X also and don't really like it as a "Daily Driver", too use to Android and all it can do over iOS, PH-1 camera is up to par with the iPhone's camera as well. Battery life is the same as the iPhones and no complaints on the UI jitters or signal strength. It's a good phone overall!:good:
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400 for it
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tech_head said:
TWRP is not weird on this phone.
The boot holds the recovery also.
This just means that the custom recovery must be integrated into boot image.
The phone has to complete boot/os setups. The makes sure that you can always recover and you can update the OS white the phone is running.
As far as jitter. A fix is in the developer options in 8.1.
I don't have any touch response issues and the overall device is much better than a Pixel (IMHO).
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Yeah, tried the magisc fix. Phone isn't smooth. Trying to scroll with one hand and having the momentum break cause my hand is slightly touching the screen is annoying AF, like i'm scrolling and it randomly bounces the other way annoying. Scrolling through sites/apps just doesn't feel as good compared to my U11.
Just installed the P preview and the phone feels way better than oreo we'll see how it goes.
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Just installed the P preview and the phone feels way better than oreo we'll see how it goes.
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P isn't ready for prime time. I hope it works for you though.
I'll wait.
tech_head said:
TWRP is not weird on this phone.
The boot holds the recovery also.
This just means that the custom recovery must be integrated into boot image.
The phone has to complete boot/os setups. The makes sure that you can always recover and you can update the OS white the phone is running.
As far as jitter. A fix is in the developer options in 8.1.
I don't have any touch response issues and the overall device is much better than a Pixel (IMHO).
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What is the fix for jitter in developer options that you are referring to?
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What is the fix for jitter in developer options that you are referring to?
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Touch sensitivity in developer options. I have mine set at 8.
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P isn't ready for prime time. I hope it works for you though.
I'll wait.
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I haven't had any issues at all
A_Pac1 said:
I have been using PH-1 for a while now and with the official Oreo update and camera port I can recommend this phone. I have an iPhone X also and don't really like it as a "Daily Driver", too use to Android and all it can do over iOS, PH-1 camera is up to par with the iPhone's camera as well. Battery life is the same as the iPhones and no complaints on the UI jitters or signal strength. It's a good phone overall!:good:
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Which camera port are you using, if you mind my asking? Looking at the link, I'm assuming the best one is:
Arnova's v7beta9: GoogleCamera-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-V7beta-test-9.apk (Arnova8G2, 2018-03-25, no config needed, suggested settings, changelog)
Just got a PH-1 last night and want to fully set it up and use it for a few days before selling my S8.
Thanks
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Which camera port are you using, if you mind my asking? Looking at the link, I'm assuming the best one is:
Arnova's v7beta9: GoogleCamera-Pixel2Mod-Arnova8G2-V7beta-test-9.apk (Arnova8G2, 2018-03-25, no config needed, suggested settings, changelog)
Just got a PH-1 last night and want to fully set it up and use it for a few days before selling my S8.
Thanks
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Yes sir, that's the one! Motion pictures, HDR+, Portrait all working perfect!!:good:
I'm a bit promiscuous when it comes to cell phones and I'm getting pretty tired of my 5T, it isn't that it lacks, I am as I said a bit of a hoar when it comes to phones. I know I'm not alone so what say so you folks about the 6T? I hate notches which has prevented me from bolting this far but it appears this one will be tiny. On the fence about it although I know I wouldn't touch it if there was a credible alternative sans notch. Anyhow, discuss.
Notch is notch IMO no matter is tiny.
DOA to me.
I will wait OP7 probably OP will get rid off completely notch and adopt truly bezel less design like their cousins Vivo Nex S and Oppo Find X.
Also 855 Snapdragon would be tempting too as first 7nm SOC from Qualcomm.
That would be truly upgrade compared to 5T
I’m skipping 6T 100% that for sure for me.
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better to wait till the OP7
that's what I will do (tenth device must be great)
I am probably ditching OnePlus for once and all. Official updates are very disappointing, no fix for oil paint camera and statusbar header still looks ugly. It is like they want OCD people to switch to newer phones.
I may be buying a pixel 2 xl or the ugly pixel 3 xl. Im so sick of the 5t camera. I never thought camera quality mattered to me. It does now that i have crappy video and pics of important events that i can not take back. I cant zoom in at all without everything looking like an oil painting.
You will be hard pressed to find a smartphone camera that you can zoom on, sir... Digital zoom is fundamentally based on sacrificing quality.
Dito, a notch is a no buyer...
I eyeballed the Find X, still giving it some attention but there is no proof of an unlocked bootloader and ability to root yet. No root is a non starter for me and I've been burned before on phones I thought would get root but didn't. Love the design though; it's different, flawed, but different is good. And yeah, that notch on the 6T... *Heavy sigh*
I hope 2019 android phone may change much.
4G to 5G
GDDR4 to GDDR5
UFS 2.1 to UFS 3.0
in screen finger scanner
etc.
Wait for one plus 7.
5g and new processors storage etc. U will be cut when they release the 7 early next year and u have a 6t
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I may be buying a pixel 2 xl or the ugly pixel 3 xl. Im so sick of the 5t camera. I never thought camera quality mattered to me. It does now that i have crappy video and pics of important events that i can not take back. I cant zoom in at all without everything looking like an oil painting.
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Xokoz said:
I am probably ditching OnePlus for once and all. Official updates are very disappointing, no fix for oil paint camera and statusbar header still looks ugly. It is like they want OCD people to switch to newer phones.
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5t without gcam is a no go
I highly advice to root install Renderzenith kernel ,root with magisk and apply google camera fix
you will be shocked with the camera quality
as for ocd lineageos + Redflare kernel fixed that for me
I couldn't stand the OOS look specially the new ui
AlMaghraby said:
5t without gcam is a no go
I highly advice to root install Renderzenith kernel ,root with magisk and apply google camera fix
you will be shocked with the camera quality
as for ocd lineageos + Redflare kernel fixed that for me
I couldn't stand the OOS look specially the new ui
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Do you've a comparison shots?!
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Do you've a comparison shots?!
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none that Ican share but search oneplus 5 forum many samples there
also join the telegram gcam 5\5t for more shots
I'm okay with the notch but the lack of vibration strength on the 5T (my first OnePlus) is killing me.
And supposedly the 6 has the same (or less) vibration strength.
I have to set my phone to do three long vibrates on all notifications and even then I sometimes miss them when it's in my pocket.
I'll likely keep it till some good ROM's drop for the Pixel 3 XL (whenever it arrives).
Then I'm gone.
And it sucks because I really like the 5T.
It's a damn good phone.
Just one little deal killer for me.
The only way I'd ever buy a phone with a notch is if we have the option to hide it like on the 6 (a coworker has that phone). Honestly, the 5T running OpenBeta still runs pretty fast compared to this year's flagships
I would suggest to wait for Pixel mid-budget phone which will come early next year
https://www.neowin.net/news/leaked-...display-fingerprint-sensor-for-the-oneplus-6t
The notch is like r17's one. I think I will buy the 6T, especially if it ends up having an in-display fingerprint scanner.
I just swung by to mention the scanner; rumor of it's inclusion are getting more credible now and that's a serious check-mark in the plus column for me. I use my phones on the desk often and it's annoying as hell to have to pick up the 5T to get it lit up making it easily my biggest dislike for the 5T. Still pretty sure I'm not going to make friends with the notch even in it's expected minimal state but whatever, I'm a phone dude, buying the 7 or some other phone 6 months later would just be situation normal for me.
Interesting rumor about the 3XL being sans notch and it's all been misdirection with the huge one shown in the various "leaks." Getting a little more interesting out there...
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Interesting rumor about the 3XL being sans notch and it's all been misdirection with the huge one shown in the various "leaks." Getting a little more interesting out there...
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Yep, more like lsd tripping...
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
arknailed7754 said:
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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Best phone I've owned.
I like the fact that it is dual SIM and works on Verizon.
OnePlus 7 is right around the corner. I'd wait for that if I were you.
arknailed7754 said:
OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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I just got this phone and it's the best phones I've had. I've only had all Galaxies but even with Ron's on my galaxy this phone is soooooo buttery smooth and very fast. It's basically everything I'd try to get my Samsung to be. This is a great choice but the OnePlus 7 is coming out soon so it's up to you.
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I've seen the standard op7 specs its not much different to be fair. Unless your going pro. Thanks for the responses. I'll get my op6t
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OK considering getting a op6t later this week.
Overall is it good?
Currently I've a HTC u11 weird choice I know but the screen is mint.
With the lower res on the oneplus would you buy again after owning one?
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Okay, so, after going through many brands and various experiences these are my 2 cents on the 6T: :fingers-crossed:
Camera is very good, but there are better options if you're purely focusing on photography
The performance is absolutely magnificent. Dominates the charts.
The UI experience is one of the best. OxygenOS not only instigates a fully seamless and stock experience, it offers a wide range of personalization options and really helps the user experience.
It is a stable OS, updated consistently and unlikely to experience unprecedented hard resets and bootloops.
Connectivity is brilliant, apart from the Bluetooth. I have been having some trouble with the automatic connection to eg wireless headsets and the instance of remaining connected or switching between audio sources, also had some issues with connecting to other devices.
Screen is great, yet I feel they could've done better with the resolution, than just 1080p.
Other features like the notch and the fingerprint sensor are huge pluses and good conversation starters, as they not only make the device an actual beauty but are recent innovations.
The build quality is great. Sturdy, durable, slick.
Lack of a headphone jack is a bit asinine, but does not in anyway overweight the advantages. Would still like to see a jack on the upcoming 7.
Great price. Value for money.
The lack of a stereo speaker and poor placement not only makes it easier for one to cover it up accidentally but also makes for an okay audio experience, which is unsatisfactory by my standards.
I love my 6T, but would sell it in a minute and buy a 7, if the 7 brings back a notification LED.
I got the OP6T McLaren edition in January and it has been a fun device. I agree with everything others said above.
For lack of notification LED light, there are a few apps you can use that work very well. And for the lack of stereo speakers, there is a magisk module that turns the earpiece into a second speaker which works well. :good:
I bought one because it seemed like the best value locally. My wife bought at the same time one of those $1400 apple doo hicky things after playing with my phone for 37 minutes she made me return her fancy designed in California apple and buy her a one plus 6t.
Well I got it. Brilliant phone
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I love my 6T, but would sell it in a minute and buy a 7, if the 7 brings back a notification LED.
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Lol anything that has been removed during the span of 6 and 6T will not ever return. Led is going away in almost every smartphone coming out this year even Samsung removed it in the s10 and it's all to make more screen and OnePlus will follow that trend just like with the notch...... And they're definitely not bringing back headphone jack.... Both 7 and 7 pro are going to be using an optical in display demerit similar to the one used in the 6T... Maybe the pro will have something better since it's the pro though (ultrasonic?) Maybe but I don't think so.....
This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd
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This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd
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Exactly. Everyone says to root it an get more, but in reality, unless you use a lot of magsik moduels then there is no reason to. Only thing g I did was turn my TMobile variant into an international one.
I only use root to block ads but there are solutions for that these days. Root is also use full to get rid of gapps.
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Exactly. Everyone says to root it an get more, but in reality, unless you use a lot of magsik moduels then there is no reason to. Only thing g I did was turn my TMobile variant into an international one.
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I switched mine to international. Rooted with magisk to block ads, enable dual speaker, also used swift installer to completely black out everything so I conserve battery. Viper 4 android. Installed TWRP as well. I agree though I was very impressed with everything stock. I've always had Samsung phones and this was everything I'd try to get my Samsung to be.
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Weirdly I did root but literally for the kernel. I'll not be changing the ROM..probably ever on this. Oxygen is sweet
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This is the first device in a long time I'm not overly bothered about rooting. Very odd
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Same here
Hey guys,
I am seriously tempted by the one plus 8 pro but all the screen issues scare me. Would you guys but it again given your time over our would you avoid it? I am also looking at the oppo find X2 pro but I don't know much about oppo and how good they are at updating their phones
Me, along with 3 friends, got the BA version at release. None of us have the screen issue though. Even if I would have had it, and RMA:d the phone, I would do it again. the phone is too amazing to miss out on! I am rooted however, and none of my friends root their devices. I run Omega kernel and have 0 issues, but all of my 3 friends get the "overheated" message several times a day (I haven't gotten it even once). I would draw the conclusion - If you root and are willing to use custom kernels, go for it! If you want to keep stock, you might aswell want to check for alternatives.
Thanks for that. I have rooted with past phones but Google pay is important to me so haven't been able to root anymore. Saw a few posts in standard 8 forum complaining about NFC payments not working properly. Anyone else seen that?
Difficult question It is a great device with nearly all features I like in a top smartphone, especially the addition of wireless charging suits me fine.
My major gripe is actually with the size of the device, while its thin it feels very large (both in width and height) and I'm not sure I like it for an everyday-carry device.
Plus I sorely feel a lack of communication from OP with regard to some of the initial issues and their status when it comes to OOS - screen, fingerprint....
Presently I am very torn between the OP8Pro and a Mi 10 Pro - both great in their own way, its quite possible the form factor and size will lean towards the Xiaomi in the end.....
To answer directly: no, I most probably wouldn't buy such a large device again..... Would I buy the 8 Pro again, aside from its size but rather its features: yes, anytime !
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Thanks for that. I have rooted with past phones but Google pay is important to me so haven't been able to root anymore. Saw a few posts in standard 8 forum complaining about NFC payments not working properly. Anyone else seen that?
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I use GPay several times a day. All you need to do is enable Magisk Hide and it's all good. If someone has other issues with it, it's probably not root/Magisk-related but something else they tinkered with... My assumption.
On my 6T some public betas weren't CTS verified, thos times I had to use the MagiskHide Props Config module to get it working, but no such issues on 8Pro. But I assume, if they start releaseing betas, this would be the solution once again.
I'd buy again.
Coming from 4 google devices in a row. 6P, 2xl, 3xl and 4xl.
I enjoyed them all and there is definitely something about getting all that google offers first but the 8 pro is far and away a better phone and phone experience.
And, so far, updates have come right on the heels of when google updates their line of phones so that's a great thing so far.
And, as someone said above, you can still have google pay while being rooted.
Also, I've had zero screen issues but there is something going on with wifi that I can't quite put my finger on.
Big yes. the phone is the best of the best and the screen day after day all the green tint and black crush gone.
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Big yes. the phone is the best of the best and the screen day after day all the green tint and black crush are gone.
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In a heratbeat! IMO, this is one of the best Android devices to come down the pike in a long time.
Thanks for the replies guys. I have gone ahead and ordered one from Amazon, arrives tomorrow. Chose Amazon as they don't question any returns
Short answer - no.
Longer answer - I've had one for a few days and I've already decided to either return it or sell it on Swappa. My main gripe is the camera. I had seen so many reviews saying Oneplus had finally nailed the camera so I decided to give it a try. Maybe I'm just unlucky, but my camera experience has been hot garbage. Every time I try taking a picture, no matter what the lighting conditions are or the camera mode I'm in, the pictures come out looking awful. I'll tap the shutter button, get the haptic feedback, and then the camera will just hang for a full second before it finally takes the picture. If I'm taking a picture of a still object, in bright lighting, and I make an extra effort to hold my hands as still as possible while all that goes on, then the end result will be about 60% as good as what I can get by just quickly pointing and shooting with my Pixel 4 XL. If the situation is anything less than that absolute ideal, the end result is a blurry smeary overexposed mess.
Before anyone asks, I am updated to the most recent software, I've tried rebooting the phone, doing a factory reset, shooting in all the different camera modes, and adjusting every camera setting there is - none of it has made the quality anything better than mediocre at best to lousy in general.
Yes, this is my daily driver and no looking back! Cheers
I'd do it again. I still go back and forth with my Note 10+ and S20 Ultra, but this is definitely a more bloat free and smoother experience overall. I don't have the green tint issue or the horrible grey's when the screen is super dim but I do have that trailing shadow line that runs next to the camera. But I hardly notice that so no big deal.
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..... Maybe I'm just unlucky, but my camera experience has been hot garbage.....
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Your description sounds as if something is defective with the camera, at least it doesn't fit at all to my experience with the 8 Pro camera ! I did a lot of comparisons between the 8 Pro, an P40 Pro and a Mi 10 Pro - with the main camera all of the three are very comparable, with slight advantages to one or the other in some scenarios....
Now images are always subjective in interpretation, but IMHO the 8 Pro is definitely capable of taking very nice shots in all situations and that without much fiddling ....
I'm not sure I would buy it again, mainly because of the price.
The OP8 Pro is a fantastic device but 900 euros is a lot of money.
OnePlus is gonna release in July a device which is way more affordable, I think it's gonna be a better buy (even if it lacks features)
Yeah I would buy again. I have no blind loyalty to any brand but when I apply my "filters" to the huge list of current phones on the market, only this one remained. When I shop for a phone, I look for the right balance of top specs & mod friendliness, features, parts and price. This time around, the balance wasn't quite as good (price/wireless charging/IP68 rating) and a few other, cheaper phones came close to being the top choice for me.
skoobee said:
Hey guys,
I am seriously tempted by the one plus 8 pro but all the screen issues scare me. Would you guys but it again given your time over our would you avoid it? I am also looking at the oppo find X2 pro but I don't know much about oppo and how good they are at updating their phones
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Most people don't have this issue, problems tend to make more noise than benefits.
The benefits I can assure you completely outweigh the bad on a huge scale..
I have zero issues, I've also never had any issues ever reported, on any of my devices since the G1.
The chances of having these reported problems whilst possible remains extremely small..
Seeing one person getting a couple of dodgy devices in a row does not mean everyone else's devices are the same.
My advice, by it from somewhere where they have a quick swap out capability. A shop, a reputable reseller.
So the timeout if your get that unlucky will be minimal.
You'll have this same problem with any of the other devices you ever decide to buy
No, because it is not a big upgrade or difference from my op7p...
Got my one plus 8 pro today. Screen is lovely. Not seen any issues with it but I haven't gone looking as I am using it like a phone and not at minimum brightness etc. But disappointed to see WiFi calling doesn't work on Vodafone UK, just as well I get great signal anyway
I probably would buy again but the no dual-sim is annoying me more as time passes.
How do you mean, no dual SIM?
It's time for a new device. I'm leaning heavily towards OP. I was looking at both the 8 and 8 Pro and really want the 8 Pro. I'm on Verizon, anything I should know about getting it activated? 5G is not important as it's gonna be a while before it makes it to my area. I also don't use any of the Verizon services either, so that's a moot point.
Last device was a P3XL and I made the mistake of getting it from Big Red, actually had no choice, but it's the last time I'll ever buy from them or one that's BL locked. Pretty unhappy with Google too.....
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
If camera is important you may be disappointed.
Coming from a Pixel 2XL I feel my OP8 Pro camera is barely a match.
There is no question the hw is there and WHEN pictures are better they are much shaper, however it's hard to get the consistency I was getting with my old Pixel.
Gcam does help a bit.
Everything else about the phone is mostly good...
First device had a green line after 3 weeks of use on the side of the screen. Amazon replaced it thankfully so I ended up getting the extended warranty on the new one.
Also 5ghz wifi is problatic for me but hopefully that will be fixed by a patch.
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I read OnePlus 8 and Pro now come with bloatware. Facebook binaries are system level installed and cannot be removed other than by rooting. Not a good way to go Carl.
Best phone out bar none.
Camera is great so no idea what the 2nd post is talking about, no bloat, fast (very fast) decent audio, superb screen.
I can't fault it.
If I had to moan, I'd say the waterfall screen can be annoying. Especially for choosing a case and accidental touch, but you used to it.
Best phone I've had and I've had lots.
You'll read a lot about screen issues, touch issues but they affect a tiny amount of users, no more than any common issue would affect any other device, all phones have their problems but this one for me is pretty much perfect.
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croques said:
I read OnePlus 8 and Pro now come with bloatware. Facebook binaries are system level installed and cannot be removed other than by rooting. Not a good way to go Carl.
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That is totally not true. Lol ADB can remove any bloat on any phone, regardless of root status..
Just FYI mine came with zero bloat, UK based.
Do it. My last 4 phones were the Google Nexus 6P, Pixel 2xl, 3xl and 4xl. Direct from Google. All good phones with exceptional cameras, especially the 2xl, 3xl and 4xl.
With that being said, the 8 Pro is the best phone I've ever used. Awesome display, speedy and beautiful.
The camera is very good too. It won't be as good as your 3xl, but it's pretty darn close. And the wide angle lens is great, which isn't on the pixel's.
I'm on verizon too and while there was an issue with activation when the phone was released, that has been ironed out.
In addition, oneplus comes through with lots of updates which is something I wan't sure about when I made the switch from Google.
You won't be disappointed.
FernBch said:
It's time for a new device. I'm leaning heavily towards OP. I was looking at both the 8 and 8 Pro and really want the 8 Pro. I'm on Verizon, anything I should know about getting it activated? 5G is not important as it's gonna be a while before it makes it to my area. I also don't use any of the Verizon services either, so that's a moot point.
Last device was a P3XL and I made the mistake of getting it from Big Red, actually had no choice, but it's the last time I'll ever buy from them or one that's BL locked. Pretty unhappy with Google too.....
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
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bkrickles said:
Do it. My last 4 phones were the Google Nexus 6P, Pixel 2xl, 3xl and 4xl. Direct from Google. All good phones with exceptional cameras, especially the 2xl, 3xl and 4xl.
With that being said, the 8 Pro is the best phone I've ever used. Awesome display, speedy and beautiful.
The camera is very good too. It won't be as good as your 3xl, but it's pretty darn close. And the wide angle lens is great, which isn't on the pixel's.
I'm on verizon too and while there was an issue with activation when the phone was released, that has been ironed out.
In addition, oneplus comes through with lots of updates which is something I wan't sure about when I made the switch from Google.
You won't be disappointed.
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Thanks, that's the info that I was looking to verify. I've read that there is a problem getting them activated and I've read that it's been ironed out.
One more question, if I may. Every device that I've had I've bought a OtterBox Defender case for it. I don't mind the extra bulk but I work in a construction type industry and I like the extra protection they offer. Currently they do not offer that case for the 8 Pro. Do you know of another brand that will offer similar protection?
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
dladz said:
Just FYI mine came with zero bloat, UK based.
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https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/oneplus-nord-8-facebook-bloatware-4044577
You're talking history; I'm talking future. There is a difference, the past is not always a predictor of the future.
bkrickles said:
Do it. My last 4 phones were the Google Nexus 6P, Pixel 2xl, 3xl and 4xl. Direct from Google. All good phones with exceptional cameras, especially the 2xl, 3xl and 4xl.
With that being said, the 8 Pro is the best phone I've ever used. Awesome display, speedy and beautiful.
The camera is very good too. It won't be as good as your 3xl, but it's pretty darn close. And the wide angle lens is great, which isn't on the pixel's.
I'm on verizon too and while there was an issue with activation when the phone was released, that has been ironed out.
In addition, oneplus comes through with lots of updates which is something I wan't sure about when I made the switch from Google.
You won't be disappointed.
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Thanks, that's the info that I was looking to verify. I've read that there is a problem getting them activated and I've read that it's been ironed out.
One more question, if I may. Every device that I've had I've bought a OtterBox Defender case for it. I don't mind the extra bulk but I work in a construction type industry and I like the extra protection they offer. Currently they do not offer that case for the 8 Pro. Do you know of another brand that will offer similar protection?
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
Sorry, can't help with the case.
I'm a minimal case guy as I work at a desk every day.
I have the 1+ Sandstone case, which is great and I have the Rhinoshield Crashguard bumper case which I've had on 5 phones now and love.
It will take a fall with the best of them (I just dropped mine onto concrete the other day and not a scratch on the phone), but probably wouldn't be good in a construction situation.
I think UAG makes as case that's comparable to the otterbox and it gets pretty good reviews.
Good Luck
FernBch said:
Thanks, that's the info that I was looking to verify. I've read that there is a problem getting them activated and I've read that it's been ironed out.
One more question, if I may. Every device that I've had I've bought a OtterBox Defender case for it. I don't mind the extra bulk but I work in a construction type industry and I like the extra protection they offer. Currently they do not offer that case for the 8 Pro. Do you know of another brand that will offer similar protection?
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
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I have another question. How exactly does the $150 accessory voucher work at the Oneplus store? Does it only apply to certain items?
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Crashed It.....
.....Again, and Again, and Again......
Figured out how the voucher works. Got the Warp 30 car charger. Should see it in about a week.
Now to wait patiently.... [emoji1787][emoji1787][emoji1787]
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Trashed It.....
Congrats! Your going to like it! Cheers
Anything special I need to know for activation? Big Red is my carrier. I've read about CDMA-less... Planning on swapping the SIM over from my P3XL.
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Trashed It.....
The OP8Pro is here!!!!
Took it out of the box, turned it on, skipped through setup, enabled dev options - usb debugging - toggled oem unlocking, rebooted to fastboot, and unlocked the BL! That was soooooooo easy!!!!!!
My last device was BL perma-locked, stupid Verizon. I'm back into the custom Mods/OS scene!!!!!
Can't wait to start contributing again!!!!!!!
Pixel 3 XL, Yep, Trashed It.....