Redmi Note 7 Black or Blue 4GB+64GB £154 from Mi Store direct 2 year warranty

Picture of a mi a2 Mike, otherwise heat added, as I can read

MrSwitch17/09/2019 13:46

Picture of a mi a2 Mike, otherwise heat added, as I can read

What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?
I'll be coming from a Moto G4 plus.

MrSwitch17/09/2019 13:46

Picture of a mi a2 Mike, otherwise heat added, as I can read

How very dare you Switchy! yeah, it loaded it automatically for some reason, well that's my excuse anyway ‌

darsuke17/09/2019 15:18

What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll b …What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll be coming from a Moto G4 plus.Read lessRead more

From what Switchy says, probably the Note 7. Unless you hate MIUI or need more space then Mi A2 for stock Android. Might be best to use a site like gsmarena to compare both phones against your G4. Imo Xiaomi is the new Motorola when it comes to great value and decent specs.

There's also this deal I posted too: hotukdeals.com/dea…568

darsuke17/09/2019 15:18

What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll b …What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll be coming from a Moto G4 plus.Read lessRead more

I'd buy the note 7, better (arguably) cameras, a lot better battery life.

MikeCumbria17/09/2019 15:46

From what Switchy says, probably the Note 7. Unless you hate MIUI or need …From what Switchy says, probably the Note 7. Unless you hate MIUI or need more space then Mi A2 for stock Android. Might be best to use a site like gsmarena to compare both phones against your G4. Imo Xiaomi is the new Motorola when it comes to great value and decent specs.There's also this deal I posted too: https://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/50-off-mi-a2-4gb64gb-from-mi-store-12950-or-12450-when-bought-through-mi-app-3295568Read lessRead more

I did the comparison actually. I guess anything recent should blow my 2016 moto out the water.
I just haven't kept up with mobiles so wanted opinions. I really like the idea of Android One. But I guess performance should override my feelings about that.

MrSwitch17/09/2019 15:50

I'd buy the note 7, better (arguably) cameras, a lot better battery life.

Could you convince my OH I need to buy it

darsuke17/09/2019 15:51

I did the comparison actually. I guess anything recent should blow my 2016 …I did the comparison actually. I guess anything recent should blow my 2016 moto out the water.I just haven't kept up with mobiles so wanted opinions. I really like the idea of Android One. But I guess performance should override my feelings about that.Read lessRead more

Xiaomi, just need a MIUI on/off switch, would save a lot of hassle. No doubt increase sales dramatically too.

I was a big fan of the Moto G series, they were nice reasonably priced phones in their time.

MikeCumbria17/09/2019 15:58

Xiaomi, just need a MIUI on/off switch, would save a lot of hassle. No …Xiaomi, just need a MIUI on/off switch, would save a lot of hassle. No doubt increase sales dramatically too.I was a big fan of the Moto G series, they were nice reasonably priced phones in their time.Read lessRead more

It was my first moto.
Three years of screen burn and not realising how important a compass is convinced me not to give them a second chance

Its a great phone and I am very happy with mine.

The downside is the screen scratches very easily (I came from being an iphone user (5,6,7,8) that didn't really scratch)

I would strongly recommend a screen protector, as keys in the pocket are enough to leave bad scratches.

This seller ships from France BTW. Or has done for my orders.
Good deal.

MikeCumbria17/09/2019 15:58

Xiaomi, just need a MIUI on/off switch, would save a lot of hassle. No …Xiaomi, just need a MIUI on/off switch, would save a lot of hassle. No doubt increase sales dramatically too.I was a big fan of the Moto G series, they were nice reasonably priced phones in their time.Read lessRead more

I don't mind miui, think it's one of the better ones, smooth, looks good with little quirks, one ui is good, but looks dated and cartoonish, emui is good but again looks like a 12 year old created it, and kills my apps to death btw.

Oneplus and stock are pretty boring to me.

darsuke17/09/2019 15:53

Could you convince my OH I need to buy it

Wiyaye, give me her number an I'll give her one?

I recently took the dive and placed a rom on my Xiaomi Note 5 (Pixel Experience) it has totally transformed the phone to me, when it was Miui I couldn't really use it daily as it was SO laggy, I just used it as a media device....Now though it absolutely flies.

It is quite a bit of a process with Xiaomi, having to wait a week for them to unlock the Bootloader, but well worth doing so if intending to use their Miui phones long term.

I had not rooted a phone since about 2015 and found the process a bit tricky, and found some instruction videos on YouTube missing steps, etc. But with those and the XDA guide I got there

DonkeyKonk17/09/2019 16:16

I recently took the dive and placed a rom on my Xiaomi Note 5 (Pixel …I recently took the dive and placed a rom on my Xiaomi Note 5 (Pixel Experience) it has totally transformed the phone to me, when it was Miui I couldn't really use it daily as it was SO laggy, I just used it as a media device....Now though it absolutely flies.It is quite a bit of a process with Xiaomi, having to wait a week for them to unlock the Bootloader, but we'll worth doing so if intending to use their Miui phones long termRead lessRead more

I've never used miui on a phone with a lesser processor, always on flagship phones with flagship processors, so I wouldn't know long term the effects it has on the slower processors, good info tho mate, cheers

If I have broken screen and need replacing and Xiaomi can fixing it for free?

Wait does this have Band 20

bettz117/09/2019 16:33

Wait does this have Band 20

Network Bands
GSM B2/3/5/8
WCDMA B1/2/4/5/8
FDD-LTE B1/2/3/4/5/7/8/20
TDD-LTE B38/40

ordered via Amazon as 2 years amazon warranty paid 170 right now

Erni_e17/09/2019 16:30

If I have broken screen and need replacing and Xiaomi can fixing it for …If I have broken screen and need replacing and Xiaomi can fixing it for free?Read lessRead more

If you mean will Xiaomi replace a broken screen for free then the answer is no.

Has anyone received an empty box instead of a phone? Check before you accept a delivery.

Does putting a custom ROM on this void the warranty?

razaway17/09/2019 18:06

Has anyone received an empty box instead of a phone? Check before you …Has anyone received an empty box instead of a phone? Check before you accept a delivery.Read lessRead more

Thats why i ordered via AMAZON

abfmdf17/09/2019 16:09

Its a great phone and I am very happy with mine. The downside is the …Its a great phone and I am very happy with mine. The downside is the screen scratches very easily (I came from being an iphone user (5,6,7,8) that didn't really scratch) I would strongly recommend a screen protector, as keys in the pocket are enough to leave bad scratches.Read lessRead more

My phone when I'm out, lives in one pocket, that never has anything else in it, especially keys or coins, still looks like new after 4 years (yeah I know, I need a new one!). I hate screen protectors, so it's the simplest way to keep it in good nick.

AGJ9417/09/2019 19:18

Does putting a custom ROM on this void the warranty?

Can't guarantee it, but I don't think it does anymore. Xiaomi actually seems to encourage the unlocking of the bootloader, I believe they provide software to do it on their website.

I read some place that it's an EU law that stopped manufacturers dodging out of warranty on the grounds of people using other ROMs, if it's true, finally the EU has found it's true purpose in life.

darsuke17/09/2019 15:18

What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll b …What's the superior mobile. This @ £155 or the half price A2 @ £157?I'll be coming from a Moto G4 plus.Read lessRead more

Poss No micro sdcard slot it seems for MI A2 ?

Definitely no micro SD card on A2. Not an issue for me as all my media is on Google Photos, and so 64gb would be plenty. 128gb is 50% off on their site too though for those that need more.

I personally dislike using SD cards, but I'd still like a phone to have one just incase I needed it!

MikeCumbria17/09/2019 20:33

Can't guarantee it, but I don't think it does anymore. Xiaomi actually …Can't guarantee it, but I don't think it does anymore. Xiaomi actually seems to encourage the unlocking of the bootloader, I believe they provide software to do it on their website. I read some place that it's an EU law that stopped manufacturers dodging out of warranty on the grounds of people using other ROMs, if it's true, finally the EU has found it's true purpose in life. Read lessRead more

Would that make the warranty void come brexit?

Ooohhhh now that's an interesting question! I think from memory EU law was largely written into UK law, but I'm relying on creaky brain cells on that one.

Maybe you'd find an answer here email.number10.gov.uk but I wouldn't hold your breath.

DonkeyKonk17/09/2019 16:16

I recently took the dive and placed a rom on my Xiaomi Note 5 (Pixel …I recently took the dive and placed a rom on my Xiaomi Note 5 (Pixel Experience) it has totally transformed the phone to me, when it was Miui I couldn't really use it daily as it was SO laggy, I just used it as a media device....Now though it absolutely flies.It is quite a bit of a process with Xiaomi, having to wait a week for them to unlock the Bootloader, but well worth doing so if intending to use their Miui phones long term.I had not rooted a phone since about 2015 and found the process a bit tricky, and found some instruction videos on YouTube missing steps, etc. But with those and the XDA guide I got thereRead lessRead more

Do you have a link to the instructions you used? Would like to give it a try. But last time I replaced a rom was 10 years ago.

abfmdf17/09/2019 23:58

Do you have a link to the instructions you used? Would like to give it a …Do you have a link to the instructions you used? Would like to give it a try. But last time I replaced a rom was 10 years ago.Read lessRead more

I think it may be the same process for the Note 7 listed here, so I will post the XDA guide to unlocking the Bootloader (on the Note 5 pro)... Hopefully also shows how rather complicated it all is with these phones (but worth it)...have a good Google about for sure...

(This is Most Definitely NOT a Definite Guide... It's very general.indeed, I don't take any responsibility, etc, and I am rather tired too )

Make sure your model is correct (if a global one, as most folk will have in the UK, ithe Note 5 (sometimes called a Note 5 Pro) is called a "Whyred"...Google about for info on this if unsure.

You will need your PC, and I think an SD Card is needed too (it was the way I did it, and probably preferable... I used an old 16gb one I was not using and formatted it for the process)

(First you have to sign up your phone to a Miui account if not already done so, then download the Unlock Tool to your PC, (and follow instruction)...and be prepared to wait a week...in the meantime can use your phone as normal etc.)...

forum.xda-developers.com/red…685

Then, a week later, when Boot Loader is Unlocked you need to install a recovery (good old TwRP from the old days of 2015 seems fine, worked for me), and then root (these days it's something.called Magisk I think does it)... Look up info on this (you will have a week to do so anyway)... I don't know how I did that part and can't find an XDA link at the.moment, I think it was a combo of Some YouTube videos and XDA.Also, when it is finally done you will probably think, " that was a lot easier than the instructions seemed to make out", as I did, but wise to follow them closely and confirm each step.and all.will be cool.

God I went on a bit there...

Just to note that the Note 7 also has the Google Experience Rom thing available (I didn't realise how choosy they were, no Sony, only a couple of Samsung, but loads of Xiaomi phones can try it, tempted to dig out my Redmi 4x which was a great little phone)...

download.pixelexperience.org/

Simple search to see if your phone can get it.

Thanks might try this as app notifications are still not great for me

Nice deal Mike, was looking at getting this for £173 on Amazon but thought I could do better on price, & looks like I was right!

razaway17/09/2019 18:06

Has anyone received an empty box instead of a phone? Check before you …Has anyone received an empty box instead of a phone? Check before you accept a delivery.Read lessRead more

You received an empty box istead of a phone from this seller or you've just randomly asked this question?

Very tempted by a Chinese ROM Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Pro 128GB from their store on Aliexpress though, £155, £176 (obviously both prices about £2.50 less if you make a new account) if you go for DHL delivery which covers you against customs & gives you delivery in 2 weeks... aliexpress.com/ite…6TD

Saw a comparison of the Note 7 & Note 7 pro on Youtube & appreciate how much better the Pro is now. Not sure if the 'one-year warranty (China Warranty Service) or One-year AliExpress warranty (Local Warranty Service).' is actually worth a damn though, or if I wouldn;t be covered in the UK.

Anyone received theirs yet? Ordered on the 19th, just curious as to how long to expect.