Hi,
Going to New York next week, and was wondering if anyone knows where to buy an _unlocked_ Google Pixel XL in New York?
Looks like Best Buy only sells the Pixel with subscription. Since I don't live in the US that is not an option.
Thanks
/Jo Christian
jochr said:
Hi,
Going to New York next week, and was wondering if anyone knows where to buy an _unlocked_ Google Pixel XL in New York?
Looks like Best Buy only sells the Pixel with subscription. Since I don't live in the US that is not an option.
Thanks
/Jo Christian
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Be aware that the radio bands are different between the US version and the international version.
cam30era said:
Be aware that the radio bands are different between the US version and the international version.
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Hi,
Yes I'm aware of the differences in the radio band. But I have done some research and it does not seem to be an big issue here in Norway.
http://willmyphonework.net/
jochr said:
Hi,
Yes I'm aware of the differences in the radio band. But I have done some research and it does not seem to be an big issue here in Norway.
http://willmyphonework.net/
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You can purchase from Best Buy without a contract. Be aware that the bootloader is unlockable if it's on 7.1.1.
And if you can find one in stock.
I'm in the same situation
Hi Jo Christian,
I'm in the same situation, I'll be for one week in NYC and I'd like to buy a Google Pixel XL 128GB, but I'm worried to don't find this device on the city when I arrive. Do you reached a solution?
Thanks
guitexa said:
Hi Jo Christian,
I'm in the same situation, I'll be for one week in NYC and I'd like to buy a Google Pixel XL 128GB, but I'm worried to don't find this device on the city when I arrive. Do you reached a solution?
Thanks
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You will not find the Google version in any stores. The Verizon version will be at the Verizon stores and Best Buy. They will most probably be bootloader locked.
TonikJDK said:
You will not find the Google version in any stores. The Verizon version will be at the Verizon stores and Best Buy. They will most probably be bootloader locked.
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What do you mean with bootloader locked? What's it stop me to do?
guitexa said:
What do you mean with bootloader locked? What's it stop me to do?
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It stops you from rooting it and flashing custom ROMs and mods.
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I am a bit confused at which G3 is best for use in the UK.
I'm on EE and have seen that all the Korean models support the necessary networks, but I have been told that they don't work fantastically.
What are the facts?
Thanks in advance.
TylerDurdenK said:
I am a bit confused at which G3 is best for use in the UK.
I'm on EE and have seen that all the Korean models support the necessary networks, but I have been told that they don't work fantastically.
What are the facts?
Thanks in advance.
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Handtec sell the european 3/32 version of the G3 for 509.99 maybe that's a safer bet?
daleski75 said:
Handtec sell the european 3/32 version of the G3 for 509.99 maybe that's a safer bet?
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Maybe, and thanks for the information as that seems like a good price, but I would really like a definitive answer before spending £500!
TylerDurdenK said:
Maybe, and thanks for the information as that seems like a good price, but I would really like a definitive answer before spending £500!
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I have read some who have the Korean version have issues with it not seeing 4G or losing 4G after a reboot and the European 3/32 version supports all LTE bands within the UK so there won't be any issues with it working in the UK on EE or any other network.
Also you cannot cross flash ie a D855 firmware onto K400 or vice versa.
Thanks for the information both of you.
I think I'll go with the EU version to make sure.
Just for clarity, the D855 is the EU version, and the F400/K400 are the Korean versions?
TylerDurdenK said:
Just for clarity, the D855 is the EU version, and the F400/K400 are the Korean versions?
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Yup and there is only one of me not two
daleski75 said:
Yup and there is only one of me not two
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Haha, sorry about that!
I've found a D855 for under £450, new. I just have to work out if the seller can be trusted.
http://goo.gl/VAWIAO
TylerDurdenK said:
Haha, sorry about that!
I've found a D855 for under £450, new. I just have to work out if the seller can be trusted.
http://goo.gl/VAWIAO
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That's a very good price maybe see if handtec can match it and order from them?
daleski75 said:
That's a very good price maybe see if handtec can match it and order from them?
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You can buy it from Amazon.de for almost the same price, plus you have the amazon return policy which is pretty good.
GoldfishTX said:
You can buy it from Amazon.de for almost the same price, plus you have the amazon return policy which is pretty good.
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Do amazon.de ship out to the UK though? Last time I checked they stopped shipping the phone to us here.
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That's a very good price maybe see if handtec can match it and order from them?
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It seems like Amazon have a sale on!
http://www.amazon.de/LG-Smartphone-...TF8&qid=1405687179&sr=1-1&keywords=lg+g3+32gb
Ordering now!
Should work out at under £470.
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Do amazon.de ship out to the UK though? Last time I checked they stopped shipping the phone to us here.
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Yes, they do. They only stopped doing pre-sales.
Hello someone is offering me pixel 2 xl but USA model and I'm in the UK. Is there any differences in the 2 regional models?
Do both have the same bands
Quality processors etc
Please advise as I'm considering buying it.
riz157 said:
Hello someone is offering me pixel 2 xl but USA model and I'm in the UK. Is there any differences in the 2 regional models?
Do both have the same bands
Quality processors etc
Please advise as I'm considering buying it.
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Maybe your fellow countrymen can help you out
https://forum.xda-developers.com/pixel-2-xl/how-to/uk-pixel-2-xl-t3685638
riz157 said:
Hello someone is offering me pixel 2 xl but USA model and I'm in the UK. Is there any differences in the 2 regional models? Do both have the same bands
Quality processors etc Please advise as I'm considering buying it.
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Same phone, but make SURE it is not the US Verizon (bastard) version that is similar to the UK's EE model. They come locked and restricted. Get the phone's IMEI in advance and run it through THIS. If it comes back GOOGLE_OPEN, you are good to go. If you run the IMEI and get either Verizon -or- Blacklisted you will want to decline. Cheers mate.
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Same phone, but make SURE it is not the US Verizon (bastard) version that is similar to the UK's EE model. They come locked and restricted. Get the phone's IMEI in advance and run it through THIS. If it comes back GOOGLE_OPEN, you are good to go. If you run the IMEI and get either Verizon -or- Blacklisted you will want to decline. Cheers mate.
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Very useful.
I've been informed it's unlocked but will try your link.
I'm from New Jersey, USA. I used Verizon all my life so I'm used to locked bootloaders. I'd like to finally experience not having to deal with that anymore. I'm buying it used. Do ATT, TMO block there bootloaders? I'm hoping to run PureNexus. Any advice would be much appreciated.
godrick15 said:
I'm from New Jersey, USA. I used Verizon all my life so I'm used to locked bootloaders. I'd like to finally experience not having to deal with that anymore. I'm buying it used. Do ATT, TMO block there bootloaders? I'm hoping to run PureNexus. Any advice would be much appreciated.
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There are only 2 types of pixels xls AFAIK. One that was sold by verizon that has the locked bootloader and one that was sold through google that didnt have a locked bootloader. Verizon is the only carrier that sold the phone in stores in the US.
Hi,
are there really only 2 versions worldwide solt? Have all versions the same LTE modems? The HTC One M8 had different modem boards built into...
I want to buy a Pixel XL 128 GB new and it is only available in UK shops not in German any more...
Regards,
Stefan
SurfaceCleanerZ said:
Hi,
are there really only 2 versions worldwide solt? Have all versions the same LTE modems? The HTC One M8 had different modem boards built into...
I want to buy a Pixel XL 128 GB new and it is only available in UK shops not in German any more...
Regards,
Stefan
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i can only confirm for the US Google Pixel XL. I dont know if there is more out there for different countries but for the US it the same device just one had its bootloader locked.
According to GSM arena there was 2 versions. Global (sold through google store) and USA/NA (sold through Verizon stores).
Soruce:
https://www.gsmarena.com/google_pixel_xl-8345.php
Hi,
thank you.
I found one finally and ordered it.
I think it is ok, it is from a major German supermarket.
Regards,
Stefan
So Guys, I have just bought New an M9 Unlocked/Developer edition.
My question is will it run OK in the UK on O2 or do I need to change the radio?
OS : 4.14.617.6
Radio : 01.01.U11440971_103.00.61018G_F
I'm sure one of you clever people will know.
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eskimosound said:
So Guys, I have just bought New an M9 Unlocked/Developer edition.
My question is will it run OK in the UK on O2 or do I need to change the radio?
OS : 4.14.617.6
Radio : 01.01.U11440971_103.00.61018G_F
I'm sure one of you clever people will know.
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According to the frequency band chart, the device is 100% compatible on all bands using O2.....
Take a look at this page I've located....including the APN settings information.
https://apn-uk.gishan.net/en/device/htc-one-m9
You should be good based on the correct APN settings....g
gregsarg said:
According to the frequency band chart, the device is 100% compatible on all bands using O2.....
Take a look at this page I've located....including the APN settings information.
https://apn-uk.gishan.net/en/device/htc-one-m9
You should be good based on the correct APN settings....g
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Good find, except it doesn't specifically answer the question.
I know these phones work in the UK its just whether I need a different Radio.
Thanks
Right, the Unlocked/Developer edition will not update the software...I've been down this road before.
Once again I have bought a counterfeit M9, this time from Amazon...
And once again no one cares...
Meanwhile I still haven't got a mobile phone.
Anyone now where I can buy and original HTC M9 in the UK please?
eskimosound said:
Right, the Unlocked/Developer edition will not update the software...I've been down this road before.
Once again I have bought a counterfeit M9, this time from Amazon...
And once again no one cares...
Meanwhile I still haven't got a mobile phone.
Anyone now where I can buy and original HTC M9 in the UK please?
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Oh no !!
This is twice ??
Amazon will take it back....if you claim warranty against it.....especially if you are beyond the 30 day return window.
I had a camera that I bought last year that was a sony clone....and at 45 days out I sent it back under warranty...
I sent them an email and explained....then they issued an RMA..
I bid you good luck !!!...g
gregsarg said:
Oh no !!
This is twice ??
Amazon will take it back....if you claim warranty against it.....especially if you are beyond the 30 day return window.
I had a camera that I bought last year that was a sony clone....and at 45 days out I sent it back under warranty...
I sent them an email and explained....then they issued an RMA..
I bid you good luck !!!...g
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Just spoken to HTC, thankfully this one is not a counterfeit....
BUT
It is meant for the American market, which means it wont work in this country!!!
I've never had so much trouble buying a phone.
So I have given up with HTC and am buying a Sony as I can get a free PS4 with it!!
I would be mad not to!!
I found this great deal on AliExpress but not sure if it's a good idea to buy a converted device. On Xiaomi it's a bad thing because on some models you can't change back. What do you guys think?
The seller confirmed that they'll unlock BL, flash oos, lock again and test to make sure everything works
Struggling to see why not, other than warranty related logistics maybe?
interesting..
I think is the same phone, bands/firmware is different
XDRdaniel said:
I found this great deal on AliExpress but not sure if it's a good idea to buy a converted device. On Xiaomi it's a bad thing because on some models you can't change back. What do you guys think?
The seller confirmed that they'll unlock BL, flash oos, lock again and test to make sure everything works
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You'll be using in North America? You won't have all the bands.
horsecharles said:
You'll be using in North America? You won't have all the bands.
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UK
So, did you buy it?
i just bought op11 from china. I hope it will be alright
null0seven said:
So, did you buy it?
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No, I'll hold off with this calling are regional lock issue. If there's no solution soon, I'll order redmagic 8 pro
BratoMo225 said:
i just bought op11 from china. I hope it will be alright
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Oos or colour?
color os bro. Ordered it on ebay and its shipped via 4px. Its so damn slow..617gbp 12/256
XDRdaniel said:
No, I'll hold off with this calling are regional lock issue. If there's no solution soon, I'll order redmagic 8 pro
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I Like Red Magic 8 square design! Mee Likeee! Flat screen. Almost square corners. The back is too bussy for my taste.
My concern is software. I read that ZTE is Sloowww at updates.