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Hey guys!
So I currently have a Galaxy S6 from Verizon, and I am deeply disappointed with it. Since my bootloader is locked, I can't flash any ROMs to improve my terrible battery life. (1.5 hrs SOT, power saving location, power saving mode, auto brightness, etc. Phone still needs to be charger 2 times a day). I was thinking of either getting the OP3 or the Nexus 6P? Is anyone in the same boat as me? I'd love to bounce some ideas around and see what other's recommend.
Since this is oneplus 3 section, I think everyone will say you should get op3. I'd get it myself. Looks a lot better device.
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Hey guys!
So I currently have a Galaxy S6 from Verizon, and I am deeply disappointed with it. Since my bootloader is locked, I can't flash any ROMs to improve my terrible battery life. (1.5 hrs SOT, power saving location, power saving mode, auto brightness, etc. Phone still needs to be charger 2 times a day). I was thinking of either getting the OP3 or the Nexus 6P? Is anyone in the same boat as me? I'd love to bounce some ideas around and see what other's recommend.
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I'm selling my Nexus 6P to buy a OnePlus 3. For me it's all about the dual SIM. Here's what I'll miss about the Nexus 6P (Great phone): QHD display. Stereo speakers at each end of the phone. Also the fingerprint sensor is great: works every time (unlike many I have tried). I hope the OP3 fingerprint sensor will be as good.
nealed said:
I'm selling my Nexus 6P to buy a OnePlus 3. For me it's all about the dual SIM. Here's what I'll miss about the Nexus 6P (Great phone): QHD display. Stereo speakers at each end of the phone. Also the fingerprint sensor is great: works every time (unlike many I have tried). I hope the OP3 fingerprint sensor will be as good.
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Nice, hope you like the OP3! The dual SIM doesn't matter to me, since I only travel internationally once every 2 years or so. Yeah, I feel you on the screen. I'm going to miss the camera and screen of my S6 for sure. From the videos and reviews I've seen/read, it seems like the fingerprint scanner is very good. Seems to function better than that of the S6.
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Since this is oneplus 3 section, I think everyone will say you should get op3. I'd get it myself. Looks a lot better device.
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Yeah, but I hope that there are other people out there that are stuck between the two. Especially since the nexus has a price drop atm.
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Yeah, but I hope that there are other people out there that are stuck between the two. Especially since the nexus has a price drop atm.
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The 6P 64 GB goes for 549 euro`s in the EU till the 19th, ater that 699 again. So there`s quite a price difference ...
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The 6P 64 GB goes for 549 euro`s in the EU till the 19th, ater that 699 again. So there`s quite a price difference ...
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Sorry, I should've clarified. The nexus is on sale in America right now. The 64 GB is going for 480 (however 32 is more than enough for me.)
I'm also considering to sell my 6p to buy the OP3. I have been kind of disappointed in the 6p because of the screen and battery life. My screen goes from a pink bottom to a yellowish top. I'd rather have a good 1080p screen then a bad QHD screen. And like somebody mentioned in the EU I can sell the 6p without paying much extra to get a brand new op3.
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I'm also considering to sell my 6p to buy the OP3. I have been kind of disappointed in the 6p because of the screen and battery life. My screen goes from a pink bottom to a yellowish top. I'd rather have a good 1080p screen then a bad QHD screen. And like somebody mentioned in the EU I can sell the 6p without paying much extra to get a brand new op3.
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You should get 350-400 euro`s on Marktplaats for your 6P depending on the storage size.
I am confused too. I own a 64gb Nexus 6p. Disappointed with sd810. Heats too much while gaming. But the quicker official android updates and dual front firing speakers are awesome. I''' loose better camera too. Though I'll get sd820 and 6gb ram and I will make profit if I sell my 6p and buy op3. Really confused :-/
The problem is mainly the size and price. You get a bit smaller device for less money. Actually i dont like 810 serie, so i would probably stick to OP3 since they open to modding after errors with OP2. Probably 6P is better on CAM+Speakers and MAYBE screen.
I also have a Nexus 6P.
- It's REALLY big.
- I don't like the back fingerprint sensor
I'm considering to switch to the OP3 too..... but Nexus updates are every month and i would like to have android pay work with a rooted phone.....
J_Dutch said:
I'm also considering to sell my 6p to buy the OP3. I have been kind of disappointed in the 6p because of the screen and battery life. My screen goes from a pink bottom to a yellowish top. I'd rather have a good 1080p screen then a bad QHD screen. And like somebody mentioned in the EU I can sell the 6p without paying much extra to get a brand new op3.
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I've heard good things about the Nexus 6P's battery life generally though. Is it not that good?
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I am confused too. I own a 64gb Nexus 6p. Disappointed with sd810. Heats too much while gaming. But the quicker official android updates and dual front firing speakers are awesome. I''' loose better camera too. Though I'll get sd820 and 6gb ram and I will make profit if I sell my 6p and buy op3. Really confused :-/
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In the same boat bro. Tell me if you make any decision. I can profit by selling 6P and buying Op3 currently.
What I'll miss if I switched is stereo speakers and quick latest updates !
I was happy with my 6p for a bit, then the crappy aluminum(bent near the charging port) and screen brightness got to me. Should not have to root to see the thing outdoors.
+battery life sucked on mine (usually had trouble getting 3 hours SoT, i get 6 from my mate 8 in the same usage and 10 when using it at home)
ra9b said:
Hey guys!
So I currently have a Galaxy S6 from Verizon, and I am deeply disappointed with it. Since my bootloader is locked, I can't flash any ROMs to improve my terrible battery life. (1.5 hrs SOT, power saving location, power saving mode, auto brightness, etc. Phone still needs to be charger 2 times a day). I was thinking of either getting the OP3 or the Nexus 6P? Is anyone in the same boat as me? I'd love to bounce some ideas around and see what other's recommend.
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Are you staying with Verizon?
The Op3 only works with AT&T or T-Mobile in the U.S.
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Does anyone here have a OP3? If so, can you really tell the difference between 1080p and 2k?
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Im seriously considering switching from the 6p to the OP3
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I currently have a nexus 6, but I'm torn on upgrading to possibly a 6p, one plus 3, or just waiting for the next nexus. I'm currently on att, but have been contemplating on switching to project fi.
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I'm also considering to sell my 6p to buy the OP3. I have been kind of disappointed in the 6p because of the screen and battery life. My screen goes from a pink bottom to a yellowish top. I'd rather have a good 1080p screen then a bad QHD screen. And like somebody mentioned in the EU I can sell the 6p without paying much extra to get a brand new op3.
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If you want to sell it because of screen issues, then I will advice you to wait for reviews of the screen on the Oneplus 3 to see if it has no isues.
Beside the battery i would say that the 3 wins nearly ever, aspect.
The problems i have with the nexus is that they are released only a short period before qualcom releases jts new CPU and then i always want to wait to get a devoce with the new cpu.
Hi!
I need a new phone and I found on amazon the Nexus 5x for 280€ (32gb version) and was thinking if it's still a worthy phone at this price.
There is also the 64gb nexus 6p for 409€ and was thinking if the 130€ difference is justified, right now i never spent more than 200€ on a phone.
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think about that :
twice the memory(32 vs 64)
1 gb more ram
1.8 GHz hexa-core(5x) vs 2.0 GHz Octa-core(6p)
3mp more on the front facing camera
Amoled(6P Better, in my opinion) vs LCD(5X)
Dual speakers(6P)
750mAh more in the battery
and the only price you pay is bigger screen
I chose Nexus 5X just because of the smaller screen (And the price ... I got 32gb too)
Jhyrachy said:
Hi!
I need a new phone and I found on amazon the Nexus 5x for 280€ (32gb version) and was thinking if it's still a worthy phone at this price.
There is also the 64gb nexus 6p for 409€ and was thinking if the 130€ difference is justified, right now i never spent more than 200€ on a phone.
Thanks!
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As above, I only really got it based on size as I would have happily spent the extra on a 6p but didn't like the size. More than happy on that front but I do wish the performance was better. The choice is yours!
Go the 5x
Jhyrachy said:
Hi!
I need a new phone and I found on amazon the Nexus 5x for 280€ (32gb version) and was thinking if it's still a worthy phone at this price.
There is also the 64gb nexus 6p for 409€ and was thinking if the 130€ difference is justified, right now i never spent more than 200€ on a phone.
Thanks!
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Hi mate, I went the 5x, and since the 7.1.1 beta was released the phone performance and battery really improved. I am very happy I got one of the last Nexus models available. I purchased this used for only 160euro. Search around for a cheaper unit. Also forgot how much fun they are too mess with, installing Roms, apks and anything else you can throw at it.
Trying to decide between Nexus 5x, Honor 8, or ZTE Axon Mini?
I also think about buying a Nexus 5x, since Google guarantees security patch updates until September 2017. As far as I know it is also cheaper than the Honor 8, you can find the nexus on Amazon for 275€ 64GB storage. I used Cyanogenmod for a long time, and I don't want to do without stock Android Any other opinions?
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I also think about buying a Nexus 5x, since Google guarantees security patch updates until September 2017. As far as I know it is also cheaper than the Honor 8, you can find the nexus on Amazon for 275€ 64GB storage. I used Cyanogenmod for a long time, and I don't want to do without stock Android Any other opinions?
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There is no 64GB Nexus 5x, only 16GB and 32GB
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I own a 5X.
I wouldn't buy one again.
It's lacking RAM: 2GB is not enough with arm64.
The performance is uneven, as soon as it warms up a little, it starts stuttering in games as in other CPU/GPU intensive tasks.
The LED doesn't work properly (missing colors), and quite a few units have miscalibrated sensors.
I'm not a hater, I've owned 4 Nexus devices, (4, 5, 10, 5X), and the 5X is definitely on the bottom/worst half.
The 5 is snappier and more responsive than the 5X when both running exactly the same os and software
BenjyTec said:
I also think about buying a Nexus 5x, since Google guarantees security patch updates until September 2017. As far as I know it is also cheaper than the Honor 8, you can find the nexus on Amazon for 275 64GB storage. I used Cyanogenmod for a long time, and I don't want to do without stock Android Any other opinions?
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I would suggest you to read the issue with following link first before you decide to buy Nexus 5X.
code.google.com/p/android/issues/detail?id=220971
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Trying to decide between Nexus 5x, Honor 8, or ZTE Axon Mini?
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What is your intended use? Unless you want crazy good photos, then moto g4 would be more than enough + cheaper
I'd go for the mi5
Giorgos Chatziioannou said:
What is your intended use? Unless you want crazy good photos, then moto g4 would be more than enough + cheaper
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I do like the moto g4 but I am not a fan of the bigger phone. Looking for something to easily fit in pocket.
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I do like the moto g4 but I am not a fan of the bigger phone. Looking for something to easily fit in pocket.
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Its like 5% bigger, unless you hold them side by side, i doubt you would be able to see the difference
BenjyTec said:
I also think about buying a Nexus 5x, since Google guarantees security patch updates until September 2017. As far as I know it is also cheaper than the Honor 8, you can find the nexus on Amazon for 275€ 64GB storage. I used Cyanogenmod for a long time, and I don't want to do without stock Android Any other opinions?
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I would buy Xiaomi Mi5.For 240$ you get snapdragon 820, 3GB Ram 32GBstorage (sd card expandable). Updates until September 2017 is for software (newer version of android), for security pacthes you get one more year. I think Honor 8 is a good choice you can find it this friday (black friday) for 299$. Personally I have no problem with nexus 5X but I'm not making very heavy use, not playing games.The biggest problem in nexus 5X is the battery, you get about 3-4 Screen On Time.
BenjyTec said:
I also think about buying a Nexus 5x, since Google guarantees security patch updates until September 2017. As far as I know it is also cheaper than the Honor 8, you can find the nexus on Amazon for 275€ 64GB storage. I used Cyanogenmod for a long time, and I don't want to do without stock Android Any other opinions?
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I bought a Nexus 5X for about 240USD this summer and I don't regret it much. So lets start with the bright sides. You're guaranteed monthly security updates, upgrade to Android 7.1, and possibly 8.0. The software is very close to stock Android which is a good thing. There are many custom and third party ROMs. So the software side of Nexus 5X is very good. Next, the build, the form factor, and the placement of all buttons and the fingerprint scanner are just right. I use a Supcase Unicorn Beetle case, and the grip and feel of the phone is just right. Next, the fingerprint reader, OMG. It's fast and it's where it should really be on all smartphones. The screen is bright and accurate. The camera's photo performance is good. Overall performance is fine.
The bad sides: no storage expansion. Only 30FPS video recording. Only 2GB of memory, Snapdragon 808 SoC. For me only the first one is a real problem. Some people say they run into issues playing games, but I don't play any games. For me the top applications are podcast and the web browser, and for that the 5X works just fine. The storage, on the other hand, is a seriously limiting factor if you wanted say to put your music library on the smartphone.
I think a Nexus 6P with its 64GB of storage and more memory would certainly be better, but I honestly don't get it why the Nexus 6P still holds such a high price these days. It's a one year old smartphone that was made in a year that was specially bad for Android because of Snapdragon 808/810.
If you could wait perhaps a couple of months, then perhaps I'd recommend to consider waiting for Honor 6X because I understand it should be as good as Honor 5X, but with a better SoC (one of areas where Honor 5X remains "low end" is its SoC still using A53 cores built on an old process).
What about the boot loop problem ?
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What about the boot loop problem ?
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The bootloop problem was a hardware defect of some phones. Either you have it, or you don't. If you bought the phone from a source with a credible warranty support, then the phone is supposed to be replaced.
Hi guys !
I was plaining to buy a nexus5x in the last 4 mounths , but I hesitated a lot especially after the bootloop problem that a lot of people are claiming to have on their phones.
the reason that I wanted a nexus5x is basically the low price , besides the fact that it's a great phone with amazing specs + I already had a Smsung Tab A(6)(free) so I tought it would be wiser to keep it and buy a nexus 5x, instead of sealling it and spend all the money on a galaxy s7 or somthing like it.
So what do u think is the best choice :
to keep the Tab + buy nexus 5x(just a 16gb is available , with no warranty so if it brokes I'm done !!!)
or
to buy the s7
and thanks to all
The answer to the question whether Nexus 5X is still worth it depends on the price you pay for it. I got mine last summer for just 240USD and I still think it was worth it. It has a bright screen with objectively proven accurate colors. It has a very good photo camera and an extremely fast fingerprint reader. It has a very lean ROM, and very frequent monthly updates. The Nexus 5X was the first smartphone to receive the Nougat update (along with other Nexus devices). Even today, the only device that can challenge the Nexus 5X in the price-performance ratio (in USA at least) is the Huawei Honor 8.
Compare it to what else you can get for the same price. I'm still enjoying mine after over a year but there are different options to choose from at this point.
I just got my nexus 5x 2 weeks ago. and if you ask me i will say you that go for it man, its amazing device with less money. S7 is great too but you have to pay more for that, and what i love abt nexus 5x is its stock android and frequent updates if u are a stock android lover and want your phone to be updated than nexus 5x is for you.
Its not worth it. Trust me, the parts to fix it are expensive, it heata up during summer like crazy. The back is made of crap material and overall battery life while active is terrible. Get the OP3 or OP3T if you can. I should have bought that, but I was impatient so I opted for this crappy device
As others have said, it really depends on what you pay. I'm loving mine. I've had no problems so far, battery is acceptable, and running Nougat without problem. I couldn't ask for more from a device which I paid only $300 USD for.
Check out http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3
( Kenzo) The snapdragon variant. Lots of development.
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KnieveI
16GB isn't worth it unless you're getting it for like $100.
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Hello,
First of all, I know there are/may be similar threads, but nothing recent afaik, sorry if I have missed something.
So to the question, is it worth it to get a Nexus 5X now? I was a happy Nexus 5 user for a lot of time, but the battery life got awful recently and getting a new battery for a second time doesnt sound ok. Will I be as happy with the 5x? Are there problems that the majority of units have? Any words on this vs the pixel (yeah, its a year older, two or three times cheaper, but if someone used them both in 'real life')?
Any feedback is appreaciated, thank you in advance!
In my opinion if you want a low price solution for a HUGE reward in return go for it. I bought the 32gb one on December 2016 so I'm a recent buyer. The phone is perfect for gaming and basic usage like texting music listening etc. As for the comparison between the n5x and the pixel, come on you already know the pixel is the better one due to its age and Google recent exclusive features support (I hope we get assistant on 5x ?). Anyway, my experience thus far on the 5x is this. Awesome camera, performance is absolutely amazing(if you're coming from a nexus 5 you're gonna be blown away) and only con is that ram tends to kill apps every 3 or 4 apps that open. My suggestion is you should buy it and don't go for the 16gb one!!!!! Cheers.
It depends:
Pros
Camera, Updates, Community, acceptable size, dual band Wi-Fi, 4g band coverage, GPS accuracy
Cons
Thermal throttling with heavy usage, weak mono front speaker, uncalibrated compass, small battery
The defects were not so important for me (I'm a normal user), so I bought it on July 2016. So far so good.
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Dont forget the possibility of your phone bootlooping after 1 year warranty!
I mainly dont like this phone cause of that, temp throttling and lower ram...
And you probably won't be pleased with battery life many are complaining about it. To me its fine cause i had a phone with 2 and a half hours soc max, and now its mostly arround 4 hours soc...
I dont know if u can wait but there should be a budget pixel 2 phone, probably much better than this but also probably pricier...
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Bootloop by aging solds is a serious item, if you usually do tasks, which let the processor heat.
I bought it in July 2016, absolutely satisfied. Nice performance (2 gigs of RAM isn't a big problem after all), perfect community and well built. For 200€ definitely worth.
However, I guess in 2017 I would go for Nexus 6P, OnePlus, Samsung Galaxy S6 or Note 4. But N5X is surely a safe bet, worth every penny.
Guys I am also interested in buying 5x , was just curious and the model , I mean do all the nexus 5x models are same? I mean right now I have s4 I9500 and there are way too many models which are a problem for me as development depends upon models , so how to check if there are different models of nexus 5x and which model is best? And as many of you guys mentioned regarding heating and soldering issue ,,, can anyone please explain it? I mean does it overheat during using social apps?
ridershahmir said:
Guys I am also interested in buying 5x , was just curious and the model , I mean do all the nexus 5x models are same? I mean right now I have s4 I9500 and there are way too many models which are a problem for me as development depends upon models , so how to check if there are different models of nexus 5x and which model is best? And as many of you guys mentioned regarding heating and soldering issue ,,, can anyone please explain it? I mean does it overheat during using social apps?
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There are two different models LG-H970 (US model) and LG-H791 (global model). The factory images are universal. Every 5X rom and kernel on XDA can be used on either model.
This phone will throttle at low battery from high heat. The phone will throttle at any and every opportunity of high heat exposure. If you reboot, the phone may throttle. If you flash custom software it will throttle. Usually thermal throttling doesn't last long unless you are in a warm environment. Whether you live or work in a warm climate, use mobile data hours on end, leave the phone in the sun, etc. Any app could cause the phone to throttle as well. Owning this phone means you will notice throttling at some point.
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There are two different models LG-H970 (US model) and LG-H791 (global model). The factory images are universal. Every 5X rom and kernel on XDA can be used on either model.
This phone will throttle at low battery from high heat. The phone will throttle at any and every opportunity of high heat exposure. If you reboot, the phone may throttle. If you flash custom software it will throttle. Usually thermal throttling doesn't last long unless you are in a warm environment. Whether you live or work in a warm climate, use mobile data hours on end, leave the phone in the sun, etc. Any app could cause the phone to throttle as well. Owning this phone means you will notice throttling at some point.
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Thanks for reply , confused bw 5x and op2
Just look how many threads there are and how many people are reporting bootloops and it isnt just nexus 5x lg has the problem with its phones bootlooping... Is there anybody that has this phone from the time they released it and is still actively using it (didnt have bootloop issue)?
All ppl here, in comments bought it in 2016, including me...
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Just look how many threads there are and how many people are reporting bootloops and it isnt just nexus 5x lg has the problem with its phones bootlooping... Is there anybody that has this phone from the time they released it and is still actively using it (didnt have bootloop issue)?
All ppl here, in comments bought it in 2016, including me...
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Those people are unlikely visit threads like this one, right?
Though I am one of them.
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Those people are unlikely visit threads like this one, right?
Though I am one of them.
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Unlikely in many ways... For how long have u been using your device and on which android version are you on now? Do you play games on it? What model are u using?
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Unlikely in many ways... For how long have u been using your device and on which android version are you on now? Do you play games on it? What model are u using?
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I am using it for about 9 months (second owner).
I am using custom ROM - pure Nexus , and it is 7.1.1 now.
It is an American version I think, I bought it there, I am not playing games on the phone, so it is rarely getting hot.
Guys can someone please tell me the best way to check the serial number?
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Just look how many threads there are and how many people are reporting bootloops and it isnt just nexus 5x lg has the problem with its phones bootlooping... Is there anybody that has this phone from the time they released it and is still actively using it (didnt have bootloop issue)?
All ppl here, in comments bought it in 2016, including me...
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I have been using a 5x since it was first released, ordered the first day Google offered it. Been running custom roms ever since. Or since they first became available for the 5x.
I also have it since launch (H790 October 2015) and it has been running exclusively on custom roms + custom kernel. Recently I've modified the cooling system (replaced the yellow patch with aluminium foil + thermal paste).
If I was buying right now I think the OnePlus 3T would be the most likely choice. It's a decent price too. Pixel are too expensive.
I have an inkling Google will announce a midrange phone soon. Perhaps at I/O this year.