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Hi there,
I am currently thinking about getting the Mi6. After some research I read more than once in some forums across the web, that there might be a Global VERSION coming, naturally supporting more LTE bands, as they have done it before to other xiaomi phones.
Geekbuying already had a Global VERSION listed, others saying Xiaomi is trying to hit ground in Russia and Greece in the future.
Since I am pretty new to the ChinaPhone Area I would like to know if something like this sounds possible to you? In that case I would wait a few more weeks if something like a Global VERSION would pop up.
Thanks in advance :good:
joha386 said:
Hi there,
I am currently thinking about getting the Mi6. After some research I read more than once in some forums across the web, that there might be a Global VERSION coming, naturally supporting more LTE bands, as they have done it before to other xiaomi phones.
Geekbuying already had a Global VERSION listed, others saying Xiaomi is trying to hit ground in Russia and Greece in the future.
Since I am pretty new to the ChinaPhone Area I would like to know if something like this sounds possible to you? In that case I would wait a few more weeks if something like a Global VERSION would pop up.
Thanks in advance :good:
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Hello, I've bought a MI6 that already came with global version. If you buy it with other, you can download it here:
http://en.miui.com/download-326.html
It's a great phone with lower price, it worth it
Enviado desde mi MI 6 mediante Tapatalk
Hi,
I did not mean the Global ROM. I meant a Global VERSION of the phone. The Global ROM does not unlock any LTE Bands.
It just felt like there are rumors about a different version of the phone coming in the future. That's why I asked if anybody knew something.
joha386 said:
Hi there,
I am currently thinking about getting the Mi6. After some research I read more than once in some forums across the web, that there might be a Global VERSION coming, naturally supporting more LTE bands, as they have done it before to other xiaomi phones.
Geekbuying already had a Global VERSION listed, others saying Xiaomi is trying to hit ground in Russia and Greece in the future.
Since I am pretty new to the ChinaPhone Area I would like to know if something like this sounds possible to you? In that case I would wait a few more weeks if something like a Global VERSION would pop up.
Thanks in advance :good:
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MI6 global version:
http://en.miui.com/thread-731235-1-1.html
Available here:
https://es.aliexpress.com/store/pro...a8a4ce16758051b7b-1502703643253-09604-UfYbAe2
Thank you, but it seems like they are defining Global Version also just as the Mi6 running the Global Rom on it. Aliexpress is not mentioning any different specs than the "standard" Mi6. The review is also just talking about the Global Rom on the "standard" Mi6.
Maybe I was just wishing that they might release another version of the mi6 running more or other LTE bands than the one which is out already. Too bad.
Global ROM - with more languages than English and Chinese - is available.
Usually it takes a little more time to come out (2 weeks to 1 month) but it is available for all Xiaomi devices.
It comes with Google Services and improvements for usability outside of mainland China, namely GPS.
Global Versions is on the hardware side.
It usually enables more LTE bands (e.g. Band 20 @ 800MHz on the Redmi 4X), brings an EU charger and is CE / FCC certified.
It has also the Global ROM pre-installed.
So we are waiting for a Mi6 Global Version ... even though it might not come. Just looked at the mi sites in Taiwan, Russia and Poland: mi6 is available but same specs as everywhere - no B20 band mentioned.
I really do not know if Xiaomi is going to release a global version of Mi6.
But OP5 has a bunch of 4g bands.
What do u think about OP5?
I read a review in miui forum. The guy has International version, which had english specifications on the box. I boughy Intetnational version from Gearbest. The send me Chinese box with global shop rom. So that means there is a international version but you have to clarify with seller. Or consider other phone.
VitorMT said:
I really do not know if Xiaomi is going to release a global version of Mi6.
But OP5 has a bunch of 4g bands.
What do u think about OP5?
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Had the OP5 for a few days and send it back. It did not feel fully developed yet. The viewable expanding/contracting of pixels was annoying, Camera worse than advertised, Bluetooth did not work out of the box and the customer service with OP is a big ****up since I have been returning it. Its not worth the price it has. Most of it could be resolved by software, so it might become a better phone in the future. But the customer service is so annoying, that I wont be turning back to OP. Better no customer service at all and lots of money less
phantranphuc said:
I read a review in miui forum. The guy has International version, which had english specifications on the box. I boughy Intetnational version from Gearbest. The send me Chinese box with global shop rom. So that means there is a international version but you have to clarify with seller. Or consider other phone.
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All the sellers [ gearbest, tradingshenzhen, etc. ] do not know about an international version supporting B20 yet. So sadly, there is nothing to clarify.
joha386 said:
All the sellers [ gearbest, tradingshenzhen, etc. ] do not know about an international version supporting B20 yet. So sadly, there is nothing to clarify.
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My point is these sellers unbox and flash shop ROM on Chinese Version then sells them as International Version to earn more money. You have to "clarify" this before you buy to make sure you get what you want and pay for.
In case of band 20, the only way to know is to try contact to people who has originally International version to confirm. I don't think these kind of sellers will tell you the truth.
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My point is these sellers unbox and flash shop ROM on Chinese Version then sells them as International Version to earn more money. You have to "clarify" this before you buy to make sure you get what you want and pay for.
In case of band 20, the only way to know is to try contact to people who has originally International version to confirm. I don't think these kind of sellers will tell you the truth.
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Nope. There is a global version from Xiaomi but the only difference is the box is in english and EU charger included. Same bands.
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Had the OP5 for a few days and send it back. It did not feel fully developed yet. The viewable expanding/contracting of pixels was annoying, Camera worse than advertised, Bluetooth did not work out of the box and the customer service with OP is a big ****up since I have been returning it. Its not worth the price it has. Most of it could be resolved by software, so it might become a better phone in the future. But the customer service is so annoying, that I wont be turning back to OP. Better no customer service at all and lots of money less
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What about HTC U11 and ZTE Nubia Z17?
joha386 said:
So we are waiting for a Mi6 Global Version ... even though it might not come. Just looked at the mi sites in Taiwan, Russia and Poland: mi6 is available but same specs as everywhere - no B20 band mentioned.
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Why don´t you read a little? You don´t have to wait, global version is already out. But it has no B20. Only english box, EU charger, and of course the global rom pre-installed.
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phantranphuc said:
My point is these sellers unbox and flash shop ROM on Chinese Version then sells them as International Version to earn more money. You have to "clarify" this before you buy to make sure you get what you want and pay for.
In case of band 20, the only way to know is to try contact to people who has originally International version to confirm. I don't think these kind of sellers will tell you the truth.
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Your point is wrong, the phone in the link I provided before is the original global version. There are no chinese letters in the back of the phone, only the CE logo and designed by xiaomi.
Here you can see some photos:
jlmcr87 said:
Why don´t you read a little? You don´t have to wait, global version is already out. But it has no B20. Only english box, EU charger, and of course the global rom pre-installed.
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Your point is wrong, the phone in the link I provided before is the original global version. There are no chinese letters in the back of the phone, only the CE logo and designed by xiaomi.
Here you can see some photos:
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Where did you buy this "version"?
I have bought on Gearbest.
"Xiaomi Mi 6 4G Smartphone
Size:INTERNATIONAL VERSION 6GB RAM 64GB ROM"
Hopefully the same version as you.
JeffreyM said:
Where did you buy this "version"?
I have bought on Gearbest.
"Xiaomi Mi 6 4G Smartphone
Size:INTERNATIONAL VERSION 6GB RAM 64GB ROM"
Hopefully the same version as you.
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Gearbest international versions are fakes. It´s the chinese phone with the global rom installed by the shop.
Original xiaomi phones are called "Global version". And for the second time, you can buy it here: https://es.aliexpress.com/store/pro...a8a4ce16758051b7b-1502703643253-09604-UfYbAe2
You can buy original global phones also on geekbuying, spemall....
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Why don´t you read a little?
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Why do you use language like this? It's unnecessary. It's condescending on a thread that has what - 3 users?! Really.
Having said that - yes, the Global version IS different from Chinese with Global ROM.
I got the blue ceramic Chinese with Global ROM because I couldn't seem to find it anywhere as INTERNATIONAL.
Works well for me: Specs vis-a-vis bands etc
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Why do you use language like this? It's unnecessary. It's condescending on a thread that has what - 3 users?! Really.
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It´s a short thread and despite that people don´t read carefully!
Hello,
I ordered my Mi Max 3 and I'll probably get it next week so I was wondering if there's a way to know 100% if the ROM installed is official Global or fake.
Thank you
Kumikiri said:
Hello,
I ordered my Mi Max 3 and I'll probably get it next week so I was wondering if there's a way to know 100% if the ROM installed is official Global or fake.
Thank you
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Well, most global roms are official, even 9.6.4.0 with call problems.
The right question would be: is my device official global or chinese with official global rom installed?
Official global devices have an english box with a red "Global Version" sticker on the side and locked bootloader
From posts on the forum here, and what I received, the current shipping global rom is 9.6.7.0, and the bootloader should be locked. And as stated above, the box will be English with "Global Version" stickers, and you can validate the IMEI here: https://www.mi.com/en/verify/#/en/tab/imei
I received my Global Version Mi Max 3 a couple of days ago. As others have said the box will be in English with a red Global Version sticker on it. Mine came in a polythene sealed box and came with an original 3 pin charger in the box.
gazm1990 said:
I received my Global Version Mi Max 3 a couple of days ago. As others have said the box will be in English with a red Global Version sticker on it. Mine came in a polythene sealed box and came with an original 3 pin charger in the box.
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Please,
Where did you buy that?:good:
dohouch said:
Please,
Where did you buy that?:good:
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Bought from eBay. Seller is UK based and not sure if they deliver to other countries. Here's the link
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GLOBAL-V...Cameras/123330991631?var=&hash=item1cb719960f
Did you read #3?
Where is my Blue Mi Max 3
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Bought from eBay. Seller is UK based and not sure if they deliver to other countries. Here's the link
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GLOBAL-V...Cameras/123330991631?var=&hash=item1cb719960f
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Thanks for reply, I have added this seller to my Ebay watch list,
But I really want a BLUE one
"official international version". what does it mean???
I checked the website you guys mentioned for IMEI check, what does "official international version" mean? what phrase does the website show for the Chinese version?
So Huawei announced the Huawei Mate 20 X, but in what countries is it going to be released? They are not very clear about that. Seeing the video's it appears to be a global release because all Google apps are already installed.
If you found a webshop please let us know here
Pre-order on Amazon UK, £899.99.
Edit: Sorry, I'm a 'tard, £899.99 for the plain Mate 20 Pro.
HellDiverUK said:
Pre-order on Amazon UK, £899.99.
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Are you sure? Because i don't see the Mate 20 X there.
Aw **** man, I thought Mate 20 X meant this forum covered Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro. I totally missed the Mate 20 X in the launch... Sorry.
HellDiverUK said:
Aw **** man, I thought Mate 20 X meant this forum covered Mate 20, Mate 20 Pro. I totally missed the Mate 20 X in the launch... Sorry.
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No problem
https://liaow.com/huawei.html
https://www.clove.co.uk/
https://www.wondamobile.com/
https://www.unlocked-mobiles.com
If the Mate 20 X isn't shown, email each asking them if they can get it for you.
SlyUK said:
https://liaow.com/huawei.html
https://www.clove.co.uk/
https://www.wondamobile.com/
https://www.unlocked-mobiles.com
If the Mate 20 X isn't shown, email each asking them if they can get it for you.
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Yeah Liaow has it, but they ask $1149 for it and it's the Chinese model. If i'm going to buy it, i want the Global model.
https://liaow.com/huawei-mate-20-x-blue-8gb-256gb.html
WhySoSeriousJoKer said:
Yeah Liaow has it, but they ask $1149 for it and it's the Chinese model. If i'm going to buy it, i want the Global model.
https://liaow.com/huawei-mate-20-x-blue-8gb-256gb.html
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Definitely email Wonda Mobile then, i'm sure they will get you the Global model once available.
SlyUK said:
Definitely email Wonda Mobile then, i'm sure they will get you the Global model once available.
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Thanks will do
Europe model (EVR-L29) unboxing: https://youtu.be/A4Qj_y_YoY0
Chinese model (EVR-AL00) unboxing: https://youtu.be/2TwxCJEJwgQ
Strange, still no Europe shop that have pre-order. Only on some Chinese shops like Liaow and cect-shop.
WhySoSeriousJoKer said:
Thanks will do
Europe model (EVR-L29) unboxing: https://youtu.be/A4Qj_y_YoY0
Chinese model (EVR-AL00) unboxing: https://youtu.be/2TwxCJEJwgQ
Strange, still no Europe shop that have pre-order. Only on some Chinese shops like Liaow and cect-shop.
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I have contacted Huawei about UK availability of Global Model & await their response.
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I have contacted Huawei about UK availability of Global Model & await their response.
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Thanks, The Benelux doesn't get it
WhySoSeriousJoKer said:
Thanks, The Benelux doesn't get it
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Depending on where you can buy from in the UK, you could probably buy from there. If that fails definitely contact WondaMobile, as i'm sure he can get from you, when its out.
pdaplaza.ca (a Canadian company) has the 6/128 Global variant and 8/256 China variant for sale with shipping the first week of November. Can someone confirm there will be a Global version of the 8/256 model? With the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 the 8/256 was China only, while they also offer a Global version of their 6/128 model. Does Huawei follow a similar sales strategy of reserving their high end model for the Chinese mainland market?
Tweeted Huawei UK and they have said no release in UK (as of yet!!). Prices is listed in Euros so there is a Euro / Global version being released but have no idea in what regions. I also asked this but no reply yet.
Once again the UK is getting screwed ! Off to the black market to pay inflated prices and import tax (again ...) !!
Hi guys,
Any update on availability in the UK or Europe?
I am also looking for the Mate 20 X this phone it is amazing .
my daily phone is at the moment Samsung s5 it so terrible to use this phone and UI.
Huawei is so lazy, they announce the phone in London with euro price but doesn't list the release countries. Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro pre-orders are everywhere. I also asked many Huawei countries on Twitter, but no single response.
prices
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aCYDQGF2RMg
frcraig said:
pdaplaza.ca (a Canadian company) has the 6/128 Global variant and 8/256 China variant for sale with shipping the first week of November. Can someone confirm there will be a Global version of the 8/256 model? With the Xiaomi Mi Max 3 the 8/256 was China only, while they also offer a Global version of their 6/128 model. Does Huawei follow a similar sales strategy of reserving their high end model for the Chinese mainland market?
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can the china variant be used on our canadian bands for 4g lte?
can the bootloader be unlocked on the china variant?
is it true that the 8gb version will ship with a free flip case and m-pen?
So I had a response from Huawei, which said:
"Thank you for contacting Huawei Support UK.
At the moment the Mate 20X is not available in Europe, we do not have official information regarding an ETA for the release, furthermore we cannot confirm with certainty that this model will even be released for the European market.
Please return to us, in the near future for additional information on the Mate 20 X model.
Meanwhile, of course, should you have any further inquiries, please do not hesitate to contact us."
Best regards,
Huawei Support - Customer Care UK
Hi, from Australia,
I have bought UK based honor phones before, (5C not global rom - so some carriers didnt work) but would like to get an Honor View 20 global version , and know the actual model, so I can check the frequencies on frequency checker website before I buy.
I have tried Amazon India, and also tried Hi Honor, and even emailed Huawei in Australia ( long time Huawei user prior to using Honor 5C) so far no luck .
I did find a PCI-L29 for.. $1219 ,but thats a lot more expensive than the Malaysian / Indian prices.
At this level of price purchase, i am hoping to get the model that works internationally, as I found the PCT -L29 has the right bands for Australia, but very hard to buy.
So I thought this forum would be a great place to make my first post, and see what I can did up for how to buy one. Perhaps someone can share a link , if they have bought a global one.. plenty of ebay ones etc, but when you follow the link... not global .
This isnt just for me, others on some Australian tech forums also would love to know.
Thanks!
I'm in New Zealand using Pct_al10 (bought from India) I can confirm 4g and 3g work full signal on both my sims. I use Spark and Vodafone. You could lookup the bands they use and compare to the ones you need.
flamery said:
I'm in New Zealand using Pct_al10 (bought from India) I can confirm 4g and 3g work full signal on both my sims. I use Spark and Vodafone. You could lookup the bands they use and compare to the ones you need.
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Hi Flamery, checked on frequency checker and not suitable (PCT-AL10 ) 5 bands missing for Australia - just in 4g) .
all those bands are available in the global rom.
Glad its working ok for you in NZ.
Maybe somebody else has a source of where I can get the PCT - L29 , or the international version, for less than $1219 AUD
hifromoz said:
Hi Flamery, checked on frequency checker and not suitable (PCT-AL10 ) 5 bands missing for Australia - just in 4g) .
all those bands are available in the global rom.
Glad its working ok for you in NZ.
Maybe somebody else has a source of where I can get the PCT - L29 , or the international version, for less than $1219 AUD
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Hi, try Singapore? I got mine for SGD$720 L29 8gb version.
viperc said:
Hi, try Singapore? I got mine for SGD$720 L29 8gb version.
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Thanks for helping - any ideas as to the outlet , just as a suggestion? I tried searching honor v20 PCT L29 singapore but got nowhere.
Any help appreciated.. sound like a great price. I could only find the aloo version sgd (Chinese version aloo - so incompatible bands)
viperc said:
Hi, try Singapore? I got mine for SGD$720 L29 8gb version.
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Hi again , found two in Singapore , price is ok, PCT - L29, on their spec B28 (700 APT ) band is missing, but I have seen others in the uk , which specify 15 x 4g / lte bands (international Rom)
So you have the international rom on yours ? if not , can I get the International rom put on? (ps,. edit one shop is Mobyshop, other is Red White Mobile
Thanks
hifromoz said:
Thanks for helping - any ideas as to the outlet , just as a suggestion? I tried searching honor v20 PCT L29 singapore but got nowhere.
Any help appreciated.. sound like a great price. I could only find the aloo version sgd (Chinese version aloo - so incompatible bands)
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I got mine from the below link. Its a local online shopping portal. Usually discount coupons are given near weekends or every few weeks. Coupons will be something like $100 off minimum $800 purchase. Which will offset the price from $829 to $729 for the 8gb model. Its local set, so warranty is only for Singapore, n region is Asia, so asia rom. I'm not sure if they do overseas shipping, u can ask them through the portal.
https://m.qoo10.sg/item/HONOR-VIEW-20-256GB-8GB-128GB-6GB-48MP-AI-CAMERA-ANDROID-9-1/645717426
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hifromoz said:
Hi again , found two in Singapore , price is ok, PCT - L29, on their spec B28 (700 APT ) band is missing, but I have seen others in the uk , which specify 15 x 4g / lte bands (international Rom)
So you have the international rom on yours ? if not , can I get the International rom put on? (ps,. edit one shop is Mobyshop, other is Red White Mobile
Thanks
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I have bought other phones from red white mobile previously, not sure about mobyshop.
im from germany and bought a PCT-L29 last week for 490€.
Generally most devices sold over here are PCT-L29.
if you want links to sellers send me a pm since i cant post links
I obtained mine (PCT-L29) from Technolec, from eBay. They are an authorized reseller and have been great to work with.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/New-Huawei...l-Sim-4G-LTE-Android-9-Sim-Free-/233105453126
i would like to know if how to identify my honor view 20 ROM
hi, good day , im new here and i would like to know if how to identify if my honor view 20 has a chinese rom or global rom? my honor view 20 current version is 9.1.0.238 (C185E2R2P1). i bought it in KSA.
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mothOT9 said:
hi, good day , im new here and i would like to know if how to identify if my honor view 20 has a chinese rom or global rom? my honor view 20 current version is 9.1.0.238 (C185E2R2P1). i bought it in KSA.
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Hi,
Just check Settings-> about phone-> model name:
- РСТ-L29 Global ROM
- РСТ-AL10 Chinese ROM.
Hope that helps
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Mistos said:
Hi,
Just check Settings-> about phone-> model name:
- РСТ-L29 Global ROM
- РСТ-AL10 Chinese ROM.
Hope that helps
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Hello there. I have a big question.
I have the Chinese Variant which is PCT-AL10. Is it ever possible to install РСТ-L29 Global ROM on it by the aforementioned procedure? I have NO idea if the hardware is different or just the ROMs!
Amirinho10 said:
Hello there. I have a big question.
I have the Chinese Variant which is PCT-AL10. Is it ever possible to install
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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.
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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.