Hello, Optimus G users.
I recently bought a new Optimus G European version. I am a newbie, so I would be very grateful if someone can help me a little.
I have E97510d version, however my phone came in a box only with Korean (or Chinese) manual, also outside of the box was with those letters (except for features section). And also, when you bought your phone, the features where not directly printed on the back of the box, but on a sticker or smth, right? I know, I sound funny, and I highly doubt that phone might be fake etc., but still is it somehow possible to check if your imei is legit?
Also, I have an EU version, however I got a different charger (like UK I guess).
Now a little about built quality. Overall phone looks great, feels great (i have also the bumper), but there is one thing that I don't like. It is the body sound from back of the phone. When I hit somewhere near camera on the back of phone, there is like a little sound in the phone, like some moving parts (screws maybe). Has anyone else experienced the same? I've read that N4 users have the same issue (or not an issue), but I was not able to find anything about it in OG forum, so I made a new thread.
Also, I have only about 1gb free ram when I do not use any apps. That's quite interesting. Are there any solutions for that?
And only lag I have is when I pick up the phone (press the green button). Then phone freezes for a half-second. Also it does not open messages and contacts instantly. Just saying...
Welcome!
For the IMEI you can check in Settings->About the phone->Phone Identity ( or something like that, it may be different since mine is in spanish ). Check if that IMEI is the same as the one that appears on the outside of the box.
Mine sounds a little bit where the micro sim is, but only when I shake it hard. In a normal usage I don't notice it.
About the ram, I usually have 1,2-1,3gb free, so I think that's normal. I had to install some really heavy apps to get it down to 800mb free and even then I didn't notice any lag whatsoever.
Karcha said:
Welcome!
For the IMEI you can check in Settings->About the phone->Phone Identity ( or something like that, it may be different since mine is in spanish ). Check if that IMEI is the same as the one that appears on the outside of the box.
Mine sounds a little bit where the micro sim is, but only when I shake it hard. In a normal usage I don't notice it.
About the ram, I usually have 1,2-1,3gb free, so I think that's normal. I had to install some really heavy apps to get it down to 800mb free and even then I didn't notice any lag whatsoever.
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Thank you for a response.
So, you only have this sound where sim card is located. No sound near camera? (When you hit it a little)
And can you tell me how did you get your ram usage so low?
Thanks again,
No sound around the camera, just where the sim card is located.
I use Greenify to hibernate ( freeze ) apps that run in the background that may keep my phone awake. That also helps having less processes and increasing the ram available. Apart from that, I didn't do anything, it's just as it came from stock.
My European E975 got exactly the same paper sticker on the back with the serial number and IMEI. I wrote it down in a safe place and after that I removed the sticker (esthetic reasons). That was 4 months ago.
Few days ago I noticed a scrunchy sound around the top of the phone when I squeeze it pretty hard on the left-top corner. I guess it's ok, I noticed it by total mistake, it doesn't bother me at all.
It bothers me a little the two small yellow tints I got in the top-right and bottom-left corners of the screen. The yellow tint is only visible on bright backgrounds (like in browser with white page). The size of the tints is similar in size to the smallest fingernail. It looks like a small drop of pee got stuck between two sheets of glass. I don't mind, but next time I'll check the display better when I'll buy a phone.
Anyways, congrats for your acquisition and we hope to see you again around here.
Hello, I own E975K Australian version, and I can confirm that my 13mp camera definitely 'clicks' when I tap it.
Bit annoying really. Since the build is so solid, it kinda degrades it.
Will be joining the LG Optimus G club very shortly! Can't wait
Miniricho said:
Hello, I own E975K Australian version, and I can confirm that my 13mp camera definitely 'clicks' when I tap it.
Bit annoying really. Since the build is so solid, it kinda degrades it.
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hmm? i dont recall anything clicking. care to explain?
Hello again.
Thank you for responses.
Yesterday I went to a cellphone shop and there where these demo phones, well they are reals phones, only locket to a ware or something. And the thing is that also that LG optimus G in the shop was clicking. I suppose it is ok. Maybe something connected with rotation sensor etc.
If I want to use greenify I have to root right?
Miniricho said:
Hello, I own E975K Australian version, and I can confirm that my 13mp camera definitely 'clicks' when I tap it.
Bit annoying really. Since the build is so solid, it kinda degrades it.
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This is how cameras work, cant remember exactly what part it is, but it has to be free, so when tapping it makes a sound.
the sound near the camera is normal. it has to do with the optics, the camera module has a lot of these. i came from an HTC One X and it has a sound there too.
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So... over on the main G3 section, there's a lot of talk about several issues.
1) Phone randomly shutting down, or failing to come out of deep sleep (after overnight charging, for instance - but also at more random times). Often, folks are having to pop the batter to get it to come back to life.
2) Problems with using the headphone jack as an aux-output (for car or home stereo, as an example). There are glitches with the phone not realizing it's plugged into something, and glitches with the phone sending out dirty signals in between tracks (pops, crackles, etc), and with a buzz or hum in one side or another.
3) Problems with the phone becoming exceptionally warm. All phones get warm, but some users are reporting that their phones become extremely uncomfortable to hold, and simultaneously begin to have hardware problems (phone just dying completely, or screen flicker).
4) Those who have purchased multiple phones have reported issues with screen variances (some screens will appear warmer or cooler, more blue or more yellow), even with phones that were purchased from the same store on the same day. Some have reported needing to get a replacement phone and noticing this.
I'm curious about getting some discussion going here. Have any of you here had these problems with your D851 (T-mobile) G3's? have you had any major problems with your devices, or needed to get a replacement? Why? It seems like many of the problems are with the D855s, but I'm curious how many are truly affecting our D851s.
Thanks for the feedback!
TL/DR: What big problems have you had on T-Mo G3? Needed a replacement? Thnx!
My first G3 I bought on launch day from the t mobile store had overheating and rapid battery killing issues even after resets and doing everything from scratch. I swapped that one out yesterday and the second one I got was running good but then I ran into the headphone jax bug where it doesn't recognize the headphones being plugged in and after about 4 or 5 resets and wipes it finally starting working.... Right now I am debating if I should just get another G3 or what because the next one might have something else wrong lol.. I go to t mobile today so hopefully everything will go well.
Only one of those I've experienced is the problems with the aux jack
My G3 is perfect to the point I even recommend it to my girlfriend who ended up paying cash for one... Well with hers it wouldn't wake up from a deep sleep while charging and needed a battery pull. I'm definitely going to keep eye on that.
Haven't had any of the issues with mine. Although I just got it yesterday. It worked fine with headphones but haven't tried plugging into my truck yet.
Aux worked fine in my truck..
The only issue I have is the aux in my car. I turn on Bluetooth so I can still play music in my car. I'm ok but lg should definitely fix this.
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Hopefully won't get scolded because I already mentioned it in another thread... :/
- My first G3, an AT&T had an issue where knock on didnt work most of the time. Returned it and went to T-Mobile.
- My current T-Mobile version has display issues. Screen has an overall yellowish tint and has been getting worse by the day. The top right corner of my screen just started getting more discolored as well. My brightness is abnormal... it looks as if it goes to 150%, lol. Too bright even on 0%.
Went back to the store, after comparing my phone to the demo models and the salesmen's personal phones, mine was determined as defective. Was going to exchange and they went back to get one phone after another - all 3 that they opened had worse screens than mine. They think they may have gotten a bad batch and advised me to come back in a week when they hopefully get a shipment from a different batch. I dont feel like waiting a week and gambling again, so im going to return it for a full refund. Going to get an AT&T version and unlock it for T-Mobile.
Quick update to what I posted earlier... I went back to t-mobile to replace my 2nd G3 due to Aux port not working and they gave me a new one and I have to say that this is the best one i got screen wise. OMG its beautiful.... colors are balanced, temp of the screen is near perfect not to cold not to warm, sharpness yes its still crazy high but it doesn't have the blurry looking effect with text and certain apps and everything else seems to be working like it should be. Hopefully the 3rd device is going to be the charm if not then idk lol...
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Quick update to what I posted earlier... I went back to t-mobile to replace my 2nd G3 due to Aux port not working and they gave me a new one and I have to say that this is the best one i got screen wise. OMG its beautiful.... colors are balanced, temp of the screen is near perfect not to cold not to warm, sharpness yes its still crazy high but it doesn't have the blurry looking effect with text and certain apps and everything else seems to be working like it should be. Hopefully the 3rd device is going to be the charm if not then idk lol...
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Did you buy your device outright? I'm just switching to Tmobile, ordered my G3 online. And for now, I used their equipment payment plan. I'm gonna wait and see how bad the network is in my area. If I go for it, I'll be paying it off straight away. Just curious how Tmobile is about replacing devices that are defective. Are they pretty on top of it?
Or should I invest in some kind insurance? (actual insurance... uggghhh... or the Jump program (also doesn't appeal, but as flaky as these things have been, I'm worried))
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Did you buy your device outright? I'm just switching to Tmobile, ordered my G3 online. And for now, I used their equipment payment plan. I'm gonna wait and see how bad the network is in my area. If I go for it, I'll be paying it off straight away. Just curious how Tmobile is about replacing devices that are defective. Are they pretty on top of it?
Or should I invest in some kind insurance? (actual insurance... uggghhh... or the Jump program (also doesn't appeal, but as flaky as these things have been, I'm worried))
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Yea I bought the device outright because I sold my S5 and I don't use jump since I switch phones a lot. As for insurance and defective devices I use Tmobile's just without jump and they are pretty good with swapping bad devices. My M8 had a network/sim issues they literally sent 5 M8's because the issue wasn't going away but they made sure the problem was fix lol. Even my S5 screen went bad and they had me a replacement device the next day... so I can't really say anything negative about there warranty/insurance polices. Even with the G3 they replaced the device as soon as i showed something was wrong with a brand new one in box
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Yea I bought the device outright because I sold my S5 and I don't use jump since I switch phones a lot. As for insurance and defective devices I use Tmobile's just without jump and they are pretty good with swapping bad devices. My M8 had a network/sim issues they literally sent 5 M8's because the issue wasn't going away but they made sure the problem was fix lol. Even my S5 screen went bad and they had me a replacement device the next day... so I can't really say anything negative about there warranty/insurance polices. Even with the G3 they replaced the device as soon as i showed something was wrong with a brand new one in box
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Well.... Ive had my g3 since wednesday and yes the headphone jack works but this thing refuses to enter deepsledp for some reason...and im noticing some almost grayish lines behind text when I'm reading a webpage or text
@Eldartho well i would say get it replaced. I did notice the lines with one of the display units in the store. LG is very hit or miss with the displays on the G3.... My current replacment is saturated like my s5 out the box but my last one was dull like z2/z1 so the displays are going to be a raffle on getting the right one. As for the deepsleep that sounded like the problem my first device had and it would always stay hot and drain extremely fast
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@Eldartho well i would say get it replaced. I did notice the lines with one of the display units in the store. LG is very hit or miss with the displays on the G3.... My current replacment is saturated like my s5 out the box but my last one was dull like z2/z1 so the displays are going to be a raffle on getting the right one. As for the deepsleep that sounded like the problem my first device had and it would always stay hot and drain extremely fast
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For all I know it's an app but for some reason my Android os is running my battery down like crazy... Ugh.... Time to dig a little deeper
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For all I know it's an app but for some reason my Android os is running my battery down like crazy... Ugh.... Time to dig a little deeper
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I guess I'm either the luckiest guy in the world when it comes to getting phones, or just not anal retentive enough. I've never had to return a phone due to the issues that people post on XDA. I guess I'm just really lucky.
Semantics said:
I guess I'm either the luckiest guy in the world when it comes to getting phones, or just not anal retentive enough. I've never had to return a phone due to the issues that people post on XDA. I guess I'm just really lucky.
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You are lucky, lol. Last 3 phones I bought from T-Mobile (M8, S5, G3) have all had to be exchanged due to hardware issues. Beginning to think they build the T-Mobile phones with bottom of the box parts, haha. To be fair though, I first bought the AT&T G3 and returned because Knock On wasn't working.
I bought mine off of swappa from a beta winner and it is perfect. Same with my s5. I am lucky x2 it seems
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Is anyone else having issues with pressing the settings icon in the notification pull down?
I keep trying to press the top right gear but nothing seems to be happening.
Is there some setting I'm missing or it just not suppose to work that way?
Thanks
Has anybody else had "Cell Standby" high on the list of battery drain?
I have issues with the keyboard reverting back to the stock keyboard even though I was using Swype. I had to freeze the stock one to stop this. I also have some apps logging out occasionally.
Had the headphone jack issue ... Went to the store to exchange n it worked all of a sudden ....bought bluetooth headphone just in case lol got the LG tone pros
Hi all, i bought an LG G4 last week that im incidentally having to send back to my network provider as for some reason theyre sending me out a new one due to a conplication with my contract plan.
Anyway, the new device arrived today so i was transferring stuff across from the old G4 and ive noticed a huge difference in the colour calibration on the screen. Here's a picture of how different the screens look:
https://goo.gl/photos/wNuCWmeNq24dsbtn7
The phone on top is my old phone and the one below is new
Does anyone know why they look so different and if there's any way to change it?
which one is the new one?
Mmm.. The oldest one has a brighter stripe near the top bezel?
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Hi all, i bought an LG G4 last week that im incidentally having to send back to my network provider as for some reason theyre sending me out a new one due to a conplication with my contract plan.
Anyway, the new device arrived today so i was transferring stuff across from the old G4 and ive noticed a huge difference in the colour calibration on the screen. Here's a picture of how different the screens look:
https://goo.gl/photos/wNuCWmeNq24dsbtn7
The phone on top is my old phone and the one below is new
Does anyone know why they look so different and if there's any way to change it?
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Same issue with me... Ended up having 2 phones in my possession due to a bad sdcard slot. One phone had a yellowish tint. Ended up being the one with the good sdcard so I swapped logic boards and kept the better screen.
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Does anyone know why they look so different and if there's any way to change it?
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This is the QHD demo file in the stock video player, right? Press the 3dot menu and change brightness under settings, the stock video app has a locked brightness slider that has another setting than the system brightness. That was the problem on my G4.
Yeah it is, I noticed a slight variation in screen temp in other apps too but it was most noticeable in this.
Thankfully the quality of the new screen is still great and when the phones aren't compared side by side, it doesn't prove to be much of an issue.
Thanks for your help everyone
Does anyone else have their IMEI actually printed on the back of the device? I'm not talking about the sticker than you can peel off, but printed directly under the LG emblem? I've go through several devices a year, and have never seen this before. I'm wondering if I got a bunk device, because I've had all kinds of issues with the phone since I picked it up this past weekend. I got a T-Mobile version through JOD. The issues I've had are bluetooth and wifi connectivity issues. Both go on and off randomly through the day. My bluetooth took awhile to set up in the car, and sometimes it will connect the media, but not the actual phone (if that makes sense). Also, I've been having some crazy lag. Camera takes about 5 seconds to open, and certain apps like YouTube and Google Play Music take about 5-7 seconds to open as well.
Any advice is appreciated.
They all have the Imei printed on them
Not sure what that has to do with any of your issues though
Oh okay. Good to know. I thought I somehow received a test or early release device somehow.
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Does anyone else have their IMEI actually printed on the back of the device? I'm not talking about the sticker than you can peel off, but printed directly under the LG emblem? I've go through several devices a year, and have never seen this before. I'm wondering if I got a bunk device, because I've had all kinds of issues with the phone since I picked it up this past weekend. I got a T-Mobile version through JOD. The issues I've had are bluetooth and wifi connectivity issues. Both go on and off randomly through the day. My bluetooth took awhile to set up in the car, and sometimes it will connect the media, but not the actual phone (if that makes sense). Also, I've been having some crazy lag. Camera takes about 5 seconds to open, and certain apps like YouTube and Google Play Music take about 5-7 seconds to open as well.
Any advice is appreciated.
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my T-Mobile G7 (via JOD) has the IMEI on the back (printed) but my phone is running great. I've had no issues and quite enjoy it. I jumped from an S9 and couldn't be happier. Not that the S9 is a bad phone, I'm actually just digging this LG phone more which is surprising.
Have you tried to factory reset the phone? if so and it still gives you issues, take it back to T-Mobile as a defective unit and get another one.
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my T-Mobile G7 (via JOD) has the IMEI on the back (printed) but my phone is running great. I've had no issues and quite enjoy it. I jumped from an S9 and couldn't be happier. Not that the S9 is a bad phone, I'm actually just digging this LG phone more which is surprising.
Have you tried to factory reset the phone? if so and it still gives you issues, take it back to T-Mobile as a defective unit and get another one.
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I also did a JOD upgrade from the S9 and agree it is a good phone. Just wanted see what to G7 had to offer although I was hesitant after several issues with 2 V30's. So far I'm liking it. Worse case scenario is if it makes me mad, I can always JOD back to the S9 or S9+.
I also couldn't really just the color. I got the Raspberry Rose. And an FYI, the S9 also has the IMEI printed on the back in the same place as the G7, it's just harder to see because of the darker color of those phones.
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I also did a JOD upgrade from the S9 and agree it is a good phone. Just wanted see what to G7 had to offer although I was hesitant after several issues with 2 V30's. So far I'm liking it. Worse case scenario is if it makes me mad, I can always JOD back to the S9 or S9+.
I also couldn't really just the color. I got the Raspberry Rose. And an FYI, the S9 also has the IMEI printed on the back in the same place as the G7, it's just harder to see because of the darker color of those phones.
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yeah, my local store only had the raspberry rose but I wanted silver. So the store manager waived overnight shipping for me and I got it the next day via shipping. Same here, if I decide I don't want it longer than 30 days, I can go back to a S9... but so far I don't see that happening unless something major crops up.
I was coming from a S9+, and it was the 1st Sammy phone I've had that was actually smooth, and had great RAM management. The G7 I got a few days ago was a bit of a let down. I did 2 factory resets hoping it would help, and it didn't. I really want to give this phone a try, so I just went to T-Mobile to swap for another unit. Hoping this one performs better.
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I was coming from a S9+, and it was the 1st Sammy phone I've had that was actually smooth, and had great RAM management. The G7 I got a few days ago was a bit of a let down. I did 2 factory resets hoping it would help, and it didn't. I really want to give this phone a try, so I just went to T-Mobile to swap for another unit. Hoping this one performs better.
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It should. Mine runs great. Even better than the v30+ I have.
New one is MUUUUUCH better. Feels "right" now.
My camera opens a little slower with AI on, but not with it off. The only issue I've had is the light bleed at the bottom of the screen.
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there are some issues opening apps, especially the LG apps like messaging. this will likely be ironed out in the coming updates, but i have noticed them. this phone tends to act more like a SD835 rather than an SD845.
every manufacturer is rushing to market these days. the past few phones i've tried have all had lots of bugs. my s9+ had so many that i had to return it. give it time. eventually LG has to give us an update, although i'm already frustrated that it's the middle of the month and i'm still on May security patch.
Mine had a sticker.
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Mine had a sticker.
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Yes there is a sticker that can be removed but look lower on the back below the LG logo you will see it printed on the back. It's really small.
So I've used the US zenfone 6 for about a week and this is indeed a great solid phone. Below are my thoughts on the phone (my previous phone being a Pixel 2 XL):
What I liked:
1) Software: Asus did a very good job with the software; it feels like stock but they added a lot of very useful customizations and default apps that I would normally have to root/xposed to get. Asus really put a lot of thought into the small things.
2) sd card: It's really nice to have an expandable sdcard. I got the 64GB version because the sd card can compensate for the smaller internal capacity.
3) fast charging: I didn't time it but it charges very fast.
4) widescreen: It didn't really matter to me too much that the camera rotates, but the widescreen was very nice because I could get so much more in the shot. However one bad thing about it was that if I found a good shot/frame with the widescreen and then switched back to non-widescreen, the camera unit would reset back to its default 'resting' position and then I'd have to rotate the camera again to find my original 'good' shot.
5) the extra memory: I noticed that when I went back to any game in the background, it would load right where I left off instead of 'reloading' all the data again.
What I didn't like:
1) Weight: it's 205grams out of the box (without sdcard, sim card, or plastic case) ... even though their website advertises 181/190grams. It feels heavier and tires out my hand faster when I am holding it for long periods of time like playing games. I noticed it right off the bat (my Pixel 2 XL being 175grams). After a week though, I got used to the increased weight, but it still gets tiring.
2) vibration: The vibration is non-existent. You can hear it if the phone vibrates on the table, but when I tested it by calling myself while in my jeans expecting to feel something, I literally could not feel a thing... not even a tickle. What's the point in having a phone if I never know if someone calls or msgs me.
3) Bootloader: Unlocking the bootloader supposedly voids the warranty (even though US law prohibits that) and there currently is no way to re-lock the bootloader so I never got around to tinkering with custom roms, rooting, and flashing kernels. I could probably fight the voiding of my warranty, but nobody's got time for that. I missed my rooted modules and xposed apps. (Compare this to Google who will still honor my warranty as long as I relock the bootloader and put it back the way it was.)
4) touchscreen: While holding the phone, the screen would sometimes register a touch at the bottom right edge even when I didn't intend to. I thought it was my fault and that I was accidentally touching the screen somehow, but I eventually figured out that I wasn't doing anything wrong.
5) The size: I already knew the phone was slightly bigger when I purchased it, but I didn't expect it to be as uncomfortable to hold as it was. Not sure why but I think the extra thickness and the increased weight made it more tiring to hold.
What I'm conflicted about:
1) The battery life: The battery is almost 1500 mAh larger than my pixel which is very nice to have, but it also drained pretty fast. I realize that playing games on the phone does drain the phone quickly, but the extra battery, unscientifically speaking, didn't seem to help much. I'm also usually near an outlet so I could always charge. And when I am not, I could always bring a portable battery.
2) The cpu: I was expecting the phone to be noticeably/significantly faster than my pixel, but I didn't notice a difference. It's possible that the un-overclocked custom kernel that I installed improved the speed on my pixel, but there was no noticeable speed difference to warrant getting a new phone.
Same Boat
neo_lithic3K said:
So I've used the US zenfone 6 for about a week and this is indeed a great solid phone. Below are my thoughts on the phone (my previous phone being a Pixel 2 XL):
What I liked:
1) Software: Asus did a very good job with the software; it feels like stock but they added a lot of very useful customizations and default apps that I would normally have to root/xposed to get. Asus really put a lot of thought into the small things.
2) sd card: It's really nice to have an expandable sdcard. I got the 64GB version because the sd card can compensate for the smaller internal capacity.
3) fast charging: I didn't time it but it charges very fast.
4) widescreen: It didn't really matter to me too much that the camera rotates, but the widescreen was very nice because I could get so much more in the shot. However one bad thing about it was that if I found a good shot/frame with the widescreen and then switched back to non-widescreen, the camera unit would reset back to its default 'resting' position and then I'd have to rotate the camera again to find my original 'good' shot.
5) the extra memory: I noticed that when I went back to any game in the background, it would load right where I left off instead of 'reloading' all the data again.
What I didn't like:
1) Weight: it's 205grams out of the box (without sdcard, sim card, or plastic case) ... even though their website advertises 181/190grams. It feels heavier and tires out my hand faster when I am holding it for long periods of time like playing games. I noticed it right off the bat (my Pixel 2 XL being 175grams). After a week though, I got used to the increased weight, but it still gets tiring.
2) vibration: The vibration is non-existent. You can hear it if the phone vibrates on the table, but when I tested it by calling myself while in my jeans expecting to feel something, I literally could not feel a thing... not even a tickle. What's the point in having a phone if I never know if someone calls or msgs me.
3) Bootloader: Unlocking the bootloader supposedly voids the warranty (even though US law prohibits that) and there currently is no way to re-lock the bootloader so I never got around to tinkering with custom roms, rooting, and flashing kernels. I could probably fight the voiding of my warranty, but nobody's got time for that. I missed my rooted modules and xposed apps. (Compare this to Google who will still honor my warranty as long as I relock the bootloader and put it back the way it was.)
4) touchscreen: While holding the phone, the screen would sometimes register a touch at the bottom right edge even when I didn't intend to. I thought it was my fault and that I was accidentally touching the screen somehow, but I eventually figured out that I wasn't doing anything wrong.
5) The size: I already knew the phone was slightly bigger when I purchased it, but I didn't expect it to be as uncomfortable to hold as it was. Not sure why but I think the extra thickness and the increased weight made it more tiring to hold.
What I'm conflicted about:
1) The battery life: The battery is almost 1500 mAh larger than my pixel which is very nice to have, but it also drained pretty fast. I realize that playing games on the phone does drain the phone quickly, but the extra battery, unscientifically speaking, didn't seem to help much. I'm also usually near an outlet so I could always charge. And when I am not, I could always bring a portable battery.
2) The cpu: I was expecting the phone to be noticeably/significantly faster than my pixel, but I didn't notice a difference. It's possible that the un-overclocked custom kernel that I installed improved the speed on my pixel, but there was no noticeable speed difference to warrant getting a new phone.
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I am currently listing mine for sale right now. But my problems stem more from the software side of things. Like not supporting Dual Apps for all applications, Call recording not working in the US, Private SMS, etc.
The bootloader being unlocked prevents me returning the phone back to them. But if by Friday I get no offers I will contact Mobile Advance directly and see what they will charge me to return the phone with the bootloader unlocked.
There should be a way to relock the bootloader as I only used the phone for 2 hours before realizing all the things it lacked. I had to root to make sure all my modules worked.
I really wanted to keep it too. Anyway, Cheers. Sorry you are disappointed too.
Thanks for your overview. How were the speakers for you?
Great
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Thanks for your overview. How were the speakers for you?
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For me the speakers are great. The hardware of the phone is top notch. As stated, my issue is on the software of side. Some might say superficial. For what I paid for the phone, it is honestly not bad at all.
As for the battery life, it is subjective because of the variations in use cases. I think it is good, not great compared to other phones I have used in the past that have had 5000mAh battery and above. But then again, they all didn't have the top of the line processor. Usually just mid range.
Call Recording
Damionix said:
I am currently listing mine for sale right now. But my problems stem more from the software side of things. Like not supporting Dual Apps for all applications, Call recording not working in the US, Private SMS, etc.
The bootloader being unlocked prevents me returning the phone back to them. But if by Friday I get no offers I will contact Mobile Advance directly and see what they will charge me to return the phone with the bootloader unlocked.
There should be a way to relock the bootloader as I only used the phone for 2 hours before realizing all the things it lacked. I had to root to make sure all my modules worked.
I really wanted to keep it too. Anyway, Cheers. Sorry you are disappointed too.
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Just wanted to say that I have the US version and call recording is working fine for me. Do you know if you set it up correctly? If you have any questions I can try to help.
Really?
Hoodnj said:
Just wanted to say that I have the US version and call recording is working fine for me. Do you know if you set it up correctly? If you have any questions I can try to help.
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How do you have it working? Is it with a third party app rooted? Or with the built-in phone app?
With the built -in phone app, it says recording but after the call, the call recording folder is empty.
Damionix said:
How do you have it working? Is it with a third party app rooted? Or with the built-in phone app?
With the built -in phone app, it says recording but after the call, the call recording folder is empty.
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I just turned on the setting in the phone app and it has worked for me ever since. I'm using the built in phone app and I haven't rooted or unlocked bootloader so it is 100% stock right now (I don't even have the August security patch yet). The settings are weird because they are split in two different places.
To get to the first place you:
Open the phone app > three dots (top right) > call recordings > three dots (top right) > settings
For the second place you:
Open the phone app > three dots (top right) > settings > call > advanced > call recording
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Hoodnj said:
I just turned on the setting in the phone app and it has worked for me ever since. I'm using the built in phone app and I haven't rooted or unlocked bootloader so it is 100% stock right now (I don't even have the August security patch yet). The settings are weird because they are split in two different places.
To get to the first place you:
Open the phone app > three dots (top right) > call recordings > three dots (top right) > settings
For the second place you:
Open the phone app > three dots (top right) > settings > call > advanced > call recording
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Well, I had factory reset the phone and prepared it for sale. After reading what you said, I turned it on again, inserted my SIM and did a test call and it recorded both times with no issues whatsoever. I wonder what the issue could have been. I am positive I gave it all the rights and access it asked for. Weird. But it is working now. Thanks. I am beginning to reconsider selling it. That is one huge thing ticked off the list. And to my surprise too, Google Voice notifications are now working just fine. No issues. You must have brought me good luck
Damionix said:
Well, I had factory reset the phone and prepared it for sale. After reading what you said, I turned it on again, inserted my SIM and did a test call and it recorded both times with no issues whatsoever. I wonder what the issue could have been. I am positive I gave it all the rights and access it asked for. Weird. But it is working now. Thanks. I am beginning to reconsider selling it. That is one huge thing ticked off the list. And to my surprise too, Google Voice notifications are now working just fine. No issues. You must have brought me good luck
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I've had similar issues with phones in the past where things didn't work for no apparent reason and we're solved with a factory reset with seemingly no change. But call recording was also a big thing for me so I made sure to check before I bought it that that was included. Can't say anything about the Google Voice notifications as I don't use it but I'm glad I could bring the good luck and let me know if there is something else I could help you with. Personally I am loving the my Z6 and will definitely be keeping it.
I would have thought that xposed or other rooted apps would be able to give you the features you need (dual apps, call recording, etc)... but I don't know enough about those features to offer a solution.
In regards to getting your money back, you can also look into your credit card to see if it offers return protection. My Chase Sapphire Reserve will refund me up to $500 per item if the vendor won't take it back. American Express Blue also has offers return protection up to $300 per item. Other credit cards may have similar benefits, but you'll need to read their fine print to get all the details.. This won't apply in your situation, but if an item is accidentally damaged, credit cards usually will refund the cost of the device, I think up to $1000 or something like that.
Damionix said:
I am currently listing mine for sale right now. But my problems stem more from the software side of things. Like not supporting Dual Apps for all applications, Call recording not working in the US, Private SMS, etc.
The bootloader being unlocked prevents me returning the phone back to them. But if by Friday I get no offers I will contact Mobile Advance directly and see what they will charge me to return the phone with the bootloader unlocked.
There should be a way to relock the bootloader as I only used the phone for 2 hours before realizing all the things it lacked. I had to root to make sure all my modules worked.
I really wanted to keep it too. Anyway, Cheers. Sorry you are disappointed too.
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I almost never use the speakers, but when I tested it, it was fine. It's not top of the line sound and it sounds more tin-ny and slightly less bass than my Pixel 2 XL, but I wouldn't have noticed that unless I was comparing them side by side. The Zenfone 6's speakers can get very loud though, to the point of hurting my ears, which is a plus.... whereas the Pixel 2 XL can't get that loud.
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Thanks for your overview. How were the speakers for you?
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I returned mine as well.
No Wifi Calling
No VoLTE
I'm on T-Mobile (or a MVNO of it), and the call quality was horrible.
Dialing a number also was the pits. As I would get a spinning circle for more than 10 seconds, before connecting to the network, and attempting to dial.
Sometimes, it would never dial the number, even though, I had 3 and 4 bars showing on the phone.
Sound quality was OK, but, I was expecting a little more. (yes, I tried different audio settings too)
The cameras, were fun, took good pictures, but, for me, didn't quite have the color exposure or "POP" I thought I should get with a 48MP camera (set in 48MP mode)
This was Version C (USA phone). Very disappointed!
I'm seriously considering returning mine....
I just created another thread specifically about the ultra-weak, useless vibration. I've missed more notifications in my first week of ownership than I ever have, even on budget phones.
I am joining this club of returning the device. I received RMA to return my device. My reasons for returning are,
1. The flip camera is making tapping noise when not in use. When the phone is in our pocket and while walking it is making tapping noise.
2. Device is heavier than expected.
3. Rear fingerprint scanner is a nuisance when put the phone in car holder. We have to use key pad to unlock. Front scanner is more convenient.
The alternate phone I have ordered is xioami mi 9. I heard that this phone ticks all boxes of a flagship phone and half the price of flagship phones.
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I also have a similar issue as you this 4) touchscreen: While holding the phone, the screen would sometimes register a touch at the bottom right edge even when I didn't intend to. I thought it was my fault and that I was accidentally touching the screen somehow, but I eventually figured out that I wasn't doing anything wrong.
Does anyone else have this issue or know of a fix? Other than that this phone is fantastic and by far better than any other phone I have owned.
I need to buy a used LG G3 D851 off eBay. I'm trying to determine if there is a way to find out the wear & usage on the G3. Looking at the physical condition of the phone isn't useful (cases & screen protectors protect against wear & tear). After buying (and returning) two broken G3s I've learned that "refurbished" means "we cleaned it with a towel", and that "new" means "a used phone in the original box".
As I understand it the only thing on any mobile phone that really wears is the camera which degrades over time. I thought that there was a hidden menu option that had an entry on how many photos were taken, which would help, but I can't find it.
I was hoping there would be a hidden menu timer or counter somewhere that can tell me how often the phone has been used?
Any hints or suggestions would be greatly appreciated! :good:
I have had close to a dozen LG G3s over the last 4 years. I have been trying to find a decent D855, but run into D850s , 851s, LS990s and VS985 for parts.
The biggest problem with these is the poor manufacturing of the components on the motherboard. The phones are dirt simple to take apart and swap parts on, and, by now, you should assume that the phone you are about to buy is not what you think it is.
Like George Washington's axe. Someone swapped the handle, then someone swapped the blade...
If you trust the seller to be honest, get a used one that has had little use and ask the seller if it bootloops, has wifi issues, bluescreen, fadeout...these are all motherboard problems.
Thanks @rs899 that's the problem I've had. In one case I bought what was supposed to be a D851 but it was a screen-locked LS999. Another one had WiFi that didn't work. In every case the phones were advertised as refurbished and "passed our extensive in-house diagnostics".
In every situation I had to file a complaint with eBay to get a refund as the seller was not cooperative.
At this point in the phone's life, it is unreasonable to spend much on these. I myself put a couple of phones together out of parts , used them a few days, and sold them as "used" on ebay fairly cheaply. If anyone complains in 30 days I will have them ship it back and refund them (or just simply refund them). The motherboards are a time bomb. The MBs in the ones I sold may not have been used much and may last for some period of time...or not.
I have a D-851 that I thought was pretty reliable. It has started to forget my wifi. The end may be near for that one.
@rs899 thanks for the info. BTW I have long fingers, and the back buttons on the LG G3 are perfect for me (I looked at the G4 but it is famously unreliable even when new & too big for my needs).
My daily driver is a rooted LG G3 running stock KitKat. I'd like to upgrade to a Marshmallow ROM but I'm nervous about losing functionality on the phone if the upgrade goes bad. So my plan is buy another LG G3 D851 and do the upgrade on that, then transfer my nandroid backup & microSD card to the new one. Maybe I'll give it one more shot on eBay & see if it works out. If you have a d851 for sale DM me your eBay ID & I'll check it out!
I don't have anything for sale right now. I have a D-850 I am playing with and figured out how to put Lineage 17.1 on, but now it drops wifi. I have that D851, but I don't trust it either. A very bad D855. Nothing I would either use or sell to my worst enemy...
LG G3 Ear Speaker
rs899 said:
I don't have anything for sale right now. I have a D-850 I am playing with and figured out how to put Lineage 17.1 on, but now it drops wifi. I have that D851, but I don't trust it either. A very bad D855. Nothing I would either use or sell to my worst enemy...
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You wrote that you replace parts on these G3 phones. Do you know if the ear speaker on the front of the phone loses clarity over time? I'm wondering if I should go through the trouble to replace mine. Thanks