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It might be for you....

Wow, quite a lot of ignorance with Xiaomi on here. If you don't know about them then that is because you are ignorant and is no way a reflection on them. Don't glory in your own stupidity. It makes you look, well, stupid. I have flashed MIUI roms since 2010, along with CM and PA it was a go to rom back in the day. It's a good job that China only makes mobile phones for Xiaomi, Huawei, Meizu etc. That way you can stay safe by buying Apple phones made in the USA and Samsung phones make in South Korea - that is right isn't it?

I personally welcome our Chinese overlords and I will quite happily point them to this thread when they, inevitably, assume control of the world. Then you can enjoy the "re-education".

Hope this helps:

Screen protector Tempered Glass $0.77 (53p) :

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tempered-Glass-Screen-Protector-Film-Phone-Cases-For-Xiaomi-Redmi-2-Redmi-3-Note-2-Note/32667766858.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.1.956JuK&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_3_10037_10017_507_10033_10032_401,searchweb201603_2&btsid=12143491-767c-4e13-bb02-a21241c9058e

Case $0.94 (65p):

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-arrival-Ultra-thin-slim-soft-TPU-Case-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-NOTE-3-Note3-5-5/32649479094.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.1.AOlzhk&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_3_10037_10017_507_10033_10032_401,searchweb201603_2&btsid=7a1a27e4-8c12-41ab-9552-712f94b889b4

​Based on your babbling I think they would spend about four seconds spying on you before nodding off...

All depends - take usually 2-3 weeks, if you order now it may take a little longer due to Xmas

who ordered from Ali express what shipping did you chose and how long did it take to arrive

Confirmed working 4G Band20(800Mhz) on O2(tesco)
But I've got latest version redmi note 3 pro,which is 153mm long.

I got MIUI 8 installed yesterday :smiley: OTA, it's a big update 505mb in size with loads of improvements and some UI changes

Shouldn't be to long to wait now

But if you want to do it manually

http://m.gadgets.ndtv.com/mobiles/features/miui-8-download-and-install-how-to-876018

And you'll have to unlock the bootloader

No update for me yet !!! another way of getting miui 8 on global rom

Is the best seller Dreami on Aliexpress for the Redmi Note 3? Is there anyway I can get rid of the warranty as it being adding by default and is not valid in the UK? Additionally, should I get them to install MIUI8 or stick with MIUI7 as MIUI8 is too new and may contain bugs. Thank you,

Miui 8 - 23rd August OTA

http://en.miui.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=330741&extra=page%3D1&mobile=2

It's due to pound rate dropping since brexit

Guys has this gone up in price or am I doing it wrong?
Seems to be $185.84 (about £140) for the standard package in gold or silver (and $10 more for grey)

I have now recieved my official unlock. I have gone to the unlock app & it is getting to 50% then saying can't verify the unlock? I have seen this is a common but I'm not impressed as spending a lot of time and going round in circles it seems with this process. Any suggestions, some say it is an error with the app or my device being registered with mi account?

I just put in my normal login details, same as if using normal app and logged in fine. Using SwiftKey myself and all fine to be honest

I saw ur post, how do you manage to login to natwest app, I installed business app but its asking me business details please let me how you fix that also do you find the keyboard slow, I installed swift key as I always use this software but I found typing is so slow

thanks

I think most people that received in 10 days bought from dreami seller? it can still take up to 28 days from other sellers.

The rates have changed since then so it's more expensive now.

Yes via Royal mail no custom charges, seller put $20 mp3 player as requested

just want to share another thing which is slightly confusing for me, I have ordered 2 glass protectors (received in 5 days time) cost $1.31 two cases cost $3, and phone cost me in sterling £122, but my Halifax clarity shows me total balance as £116, how come this is possible ? the phone itself is £122

Was it delivered via Royal mail?

Hi, Just received the phone, looks OK just turn on tried my 3G sim worked perfectly, mine was dispatched on the 25th but tracking details shows dispatched to overseas on the 29th, so it took 2 weeks in total

When was yours dispatched to overseas (GB) ? Mine is 2nd of July so am hoping it will be delivered this week.

Ordered on the 20th from Xshow seller , still not delivered and tracking is not updating as well expect ~dispatched to overseas~ any idea what to do ? looks like others got the phone in 10 days time

http://en.miui.com/thread-300096-1-1.html

Marshmallow

​The main reason why I unlocked my bootloader was to flash miui.eu. It's more focused on other languages with all the Chinese apps removed and performance tweaks applied.

Unlocking the bootloader will have no effect on the working of apps, but as I understand rooting the phone might..

I'm with HSBC and my banking app works as good as it does on my ipad..

Dont know about sky go though..

Thank you for this workaround to get the global ROM running. Is there any benefit to getting the official xiaomi unlock. I know it can take upto 10days. I was just thinking would it give the OTA updates to get MIUI 8 when released. I was also concerned that some apps (sky go & certain bank apps) may not work with this modification (unlocking bootloader).

​It does seem like migrating between china and global roms might not be possible..

But there is a way!

Believe me, it far less complicated than it sounds..


If your bootloader is locked but you want to install an official ROM

1) Download the universal ADB driver installer from here...

http://adbdriver.com/upload/adbdriver.zip

Unzip it and run it.

2) Connect your phone to your PC while it's turned on and install the drivers.

3) After it's done installing drivers, download and install the latest Chinese Mi PC Suite from here...

http://zhushou.xiaomi.com/

If the suite opens automatically after installation, close it.

4) Download the official ROM you want to flash from here...

http://en.miui.com/download.html

It can be any official ROM (China/Global; Stable/Dev).

5) Put your phone into recovery mode by holding Power and Vol+ until the black splash screen comes up (the screen shows a device with a cable).

6) Launch the Mi PC Suite. If a window in the PC Suite pops up, close it.

7) Now hold SHIFT and click on the icon that says 刷机 (screenshot). http://i.imgur.com/dmIgZqK.jpg

:sunglasses: Browse for the ROM zip you downloaded. After some loading, a button will appear, click it.

9) Wait until the installation process finishes. Done.

Hi again, thanks for the help. Tried this but it says can't verify update when selected to install when it is located in the root. So I need to request the unlock code from xiaomi as it appears the device can only find the Chinese rom on ota & I want this global version that you have also kindly put up to help me.

Band 20 can be installed on this phone

I am currently doing my homework on it and will report back

Once I stop playing BF1

I'm really liking miui it's got alot of great features. not long then until we get v8.

Xiaomi announces MIUI 8 globally

http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_announces_miui_8_globally-news-19132.php

Works with Freedom Pop.

Same here, 2nd order placed and arrived in 10 days from Hong Kong Dreami seller, cant fault them for service,great comms and quick delivery both times

Mine arrived this morning after ordering on the 20th, so only 10 days for delivery (complete with screen protector, rubber bumper case, UK plug adapter and nano sim adapter kit) :smile:

Not had much of a chance to play with it yet, but first impressions are good.

Hi, thanks for the info. Unfortunately tried that and then went to the updater and selected the file and it says unable to verify :disappointed:

Download this one with your pc, connect the phone and copy this zip to the "root" of the phones storage.. Do not put it in the download folder!

http://bigota.d.miui.com/V7.3.6.0.LHOMIDD/miui_HMNote3ProGlobal_V7.3.6.0.LHOMIDD_d03c572a31_5.1.zip

Thanks for reply, I have added the file to the download folder (global 7.3.6.0LHOMDD and then gone manually to the updater app on the phone, says getting info but then says can't verify update. Is only giving the Chinese version through menu.

where I can track the item the site only shows in transit bought on the 20th, dispatched 25th, I have checked on this site http://beta.singpost.com/track-items but only got this message that information received ...... that's it, unlike others the seller took 5 days to dispatched

Hi guys, bought this for the wife but everytime she changes lockscreen to 5 mins, it just defaults back to 30 secs, and when she turns off the screen display it defaults back to auto......anyone else had this/know a fix?

Anyone looking for a glass screen protector I recommend this seller:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/For-Xiaomi-Redmi-note-3-glass-en-Mobile-Screen-Protectors-Tempered-For-Xiaomi-Redmi3-Pro-mi5/32661992733.html?spm=2114.13010608.0.68.BZfnF9

Quick dispatch arrived within 8 days of placing order.

Will this way give me the Google play store & services? Just want to get the phone in use and see how it performs .

Cheers, I believe you're correct. I had a clock widget that was picking up this setting
changed to another widget and it's fine now

Ta

Not sure if replied here or other thread, but basically doesn't matter what u set it to, sim card takes over, mines on Zimbabwe, lol.

anyone else having "Locale" issues
There's no UK in the list (Ironic I guess) but I can't get the clock to set to BST

If I set the clock manually or use network time it adjusts because of the "locale" time difference
or am I missing something?

For those interested there are a lot of people working on getting band 20 unlocked on snapdragon 650 kenzo. This thread is looking promising:

http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/help/android-6-band-20-redmi-note-3-pro-t3403378

New CM build today

Same here.. Doubt I ever had a cheaper or better phone! Absolutely to way forward.. No more need for contact deals to get the newest flagship models!

Phone arrived within 10 Days. Fantastic performance. Best Phone I have ever had re performance and display. Cannot recommend enough. Many thanks for posting On..

Take off location services and I get 2 days.
Things like boom beach crucify the battery. However its worlds away from the half a day I was getting from my Lgg3.

The phone is awesome.
Im on EE and the thing is like lightning.

Mine arrived the day I went away... So do I delay releasing the money for 10 days or do I basically have to release it regardless of whether I can inspect the parcel?

​mine is lasting 4 days +. seriously! I'm a light user by modern (young peoples) standards but even so that's insane compared to what I'm used to. 2gb/16gb version.

Cheers mate. Seen that earlier when playing about with it and wasn't sure what it was so left it. Working now though, thanks

I had exactly same issue, that was the problem with mine turning it off sorted it!

Thanks for the info Jockydee, will try tonight.

Check, settings-sim cards & mobile networks, I noticed problem other day and was to do with having "VoLTE enabled"
once I unchecked that all was ok( if it is the same you may be seeing "voLTE" in notification bar also)
Hope this helps

Anybody else having problems trying to dial out? Not sure if down to the global rom or not

Thanks for this. I have ordered the case but the glass Im getting from eBay as Im hoping it will come sooner as the seller is in Germany. Link: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Brotect-AirGlass-Flexible-Glass-Screen-Protector-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Pro-/361576535031

For anyone looking for a bit of extra info to flash official global or developer rom, unlock bootloader to flash all unofficial roms, unbrick or just some info about the phone, have a look at these links..

Unboxing and review..

https://youtu.be/m9RFCvTA1BI

Flash global or developer rom to get rid of the vendor rom and malware..

https://youtu.be/4sqbVyCcjBw

Unlock bootloader to flash unofficial/3rd party roms..

https://youtu.be/yro0ZNXqfms

If things go south and you manage to bootloop or brick it..

https://youtu.be/NNhdQT9Ivu0

Just had this case delivered and can recommend , only £2.22 delivered:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/for-xiaomi-redmi-note-3-Case-New-Fashion-Luxury-High-Quality-Silicon-case-PC-Frame-TPU/32595508249.html

Also screen protectors have gone back down to 61p delivered again at moment:
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-5D-0-26mm-9H-Premium-Tempered-Glass-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-3-2-1-Redmi-Note/32623806205.html

Both arrived promptly like phone.

Could I ask what battery life folks are getting from the phone please? Mine isnt lasting a full day even with low usage.

ordered on the 8th of june, posted on the 10th and arrived on the 22nd june

must say can not fault the phone, wish the speakers were on the front but thats me being picky

screen is ace and everything works as it should

System apps > security > permissions

Thanks mate. I don't mind the wait whilst the item's in transit, it's the waiting for dispatch that gets me all antsy!

Customs is a pain. I import a lot of Action Figures and Customs is my arch nemesis! Boo, hiss...

How long did people wait for theirs to show as dispatched? I ordered mine three days ago and am still waiting.

Ebay's spoilt me!

Can confirm Halifax - RBS - First Direct banking apps all work (Global 7.3)

Bah. Mine is stuck at Heathrow Distribution Centre according to RM tracking (not updated since the 19th). Not tracking on Parcelforce so I'm guessing it hasn't been handed over to them and is jammed in customs whilst they figure out how much tax to slap on for their timely service. I go away tomorrow so I'm hoping it magically arrives today or tomorrow morning and that it's just RM tracking being iffy.

You might want to search the Xiaomi forums for an answer. I found an unofficial one: https://xiaomi.eu/community/

If you find an answer can you post it here please in case anyone else needs it?

Im using the global ROM.
Whenever I send a text or make a call (or various other things) it says [app name] is trying to [access/send/etc] confirm? The other button is Deny? Then a countdown timer from 8 seconds.

Should I get sealed or have the seller install global rom ?

No, I would manage though I am reluctant to mess around with it until I find out what the supplier is likely to do. Update, seller is stalling, telling me the phone was brand new and tested before sent. The odds of receiving a faulty unit must be minimal though it's precisely why I tend not to buy without local warranty.

Does anyone know how to turn off the irritating setting that asks you to confirm if you want to send texts etc... Then counts down to deny.

Mine arrived today (ordered OP on 10 June) though SIM tray refuses to open, something is going to break if I push any harder. Response to my email explaining this was 'what is wrong?', hopefully not a sign of things to come (which is why I tend not to order tech from China without local warranty).

My whatsapp messages / media transferred over nicely (I don't remember enabling google drive, but I must have done) I will use that SMS app now though. Thanks

Really happy with it but need to sort my old phone first before transferring all my apps and info over. Talking of that, anyone have any tips or can recommend any apps/software on transfering everything over. Needless to say this is an opportunity to get rid of stuff I dont need.

17/06/2016
Arrival at Processing Center (Country code: GB)
17/06/2016
Arrival at Destination Post (Country: GB)

It has made it to the country :smiley:

Try taking it to a phone shop of whatever mobile company you're with. See if they can have a fiddle with it. Might just need someone else trying it with a different tool.

Also have a look at the comments in the video below for how some other people solved this (albeit on an iPhone).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_utVtlog8c

Yes it should be easy to open. Yes I was using the supplied pin tool. No, it won't open. :disappointed:

​Should be easy to open. Are you using the supplied pin tool?

Got my bootloader unlock permission text today - was quick think I requested it on friday

I accidentally started putting the sim cage back the wrong way - I can assure it does NOT get close to fitting :smiley:

Received mine mine from OP today (X show technology) sealed box as requested. Also got the case and screen protectors today.
Phone looks and feels great, flashing the global ROM myself now :stuck_out_tongue:

I ordered this case. Very good quality Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Case Nillkin Frosted Shield PC Back Cover Case For Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Note3 5.5 inch With Screen Protector
http://s.aliexpress.com/7nAFzMNN
(from AliExpress Android)

Was just incase they'd done it at their end :disappointed: , Never had to open dispute before to be honest

Yes, pinhole to bottom, I haven't had it out so shouldn't be upside down. 'Customer Service' wants me to send a video of the SIM tray not opening, aaaarrrggghhhhh. :smiley:
Any idea how best to proceed or what I can expect them to do? I know I've been unlucky though it's a PITA.

Hope you get it sorted, I nearly put mine back in upside down, is the pinhole on bottom of the slot?( looking at phone normally)

Tried various angles and forces, will see what the supplier says (assuming they reply with anything useful).

Mine came today but could only look at it for 2 minutes and not even turn it on. Wont be able to play around with it until tomorrow... :-)

Just bit the bullet and ordered one from Dreami for £118.41, only thing that worries me a bit is the size, I would rather a 5" screen. Will just have to see how I get on with it!

Previous seller didn't dispatch yet so I ordered the cheaper one from Dreami, saved £16 :smiley:

I am going to order same cases, mostly case available for Redmi Note 3 pro and not for pro prime I know the size is same so can someone confirm I can buy for note 3 pro and it will fill pro prime

Dont forget Quidco
~ £7.00
http://www.quidco.com/ali-express/?st=ali&tr=10854&fn=home&fr=multiple&si=5766cda6505ee&sv=4

Thanks to all the info here! I ended up getting this one: Original Xiaomi Redmi Note 3 Pro Prime Snapdragon 650 3G/32G 16ML 1080P 5.5" Screen Hexa-Core Dual-Sim Card Slot Smart Phone

$4 off coupon no longer works (all gone apparently), but I did find another one for $3 off here Can confirm it works.

All in all cost me £118.99, which is... just mad for the spec!

Ideally would have gone for the grey, but they were all c. £138 so went with the silver/white.

Look forward to getting it now, can't wait! :innocent:

Awesome thanks for the information. Got the Silver Grey version for 124 squid. Looking forward to receiving it!

I've got those. I bought them at the same time as the Piston 3s and Dual Hybrids as they were all cheap and I wanted to see what the Xiaomi range of earphones were like. The Colorfuls are actually pretty balanced sounding though the sounds tend to blend into each other. Not dissimilar to the £15 Sonys you might find in PC World. Very different sound to the Dual Hybrids (which emphasise trebles/mids but aren't the most natural sounding overall) and the Piston 3 (less treble/mids, more bass) but I don't think they're bad for budget earphones. I actually prefer using them at night over the other Xiaomi's which have more punch but can make certain types of music too piercing sounding (if that makes sense) if you're not in the mood.

No kevlar braided cables on the Colorfuls but the Xiaomi earphones are generally surprisingly well made. Much better build quality than the numerous Sennheiser earphones I've owned which have all eventually malfunctioned due to the internal wiring and connectors disintegrating over time. Those rubber cables and connectors they use really aren't durable.

Ok sounds good. Is this the international ROM version?

Not piston 3's, but cheap alternative :

http://www.gearbest.com/earphones/pp_231055.html

+1

Can recommend this seller, mine came within 12 days of placing order.

Ordered. Thank you.

Hey guys looking to order one from my gran...can any of you guys who received the phone and are happy with it, let me know which buyer you used and how much you paid for it?

Cheers.

Those Piston 3s are so fake. You can't even buy genuine ones locally in China for that amount.

If you want genuine Piston 3s, Dual Hybrids etc, go to an established retailer in China - Gearbest, Banggood etc, not a dodgy Ebay store.

Best to pay in Dollars
$173.00 which at today's rate translates to £120.43 (Halifax Clarity)
No warranty charge when bought via phone

I see £129.32 inc that very annoying warrantee, £123.16 if you use the app?

Now that's cheap! Link ~ £120.00

Try here for £2.89; http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/For-Xiaomi-Piston-3-Headphone-In-Ear-Headset-Stereo-earphones-With-Remote-Mic-/311477306929?hash=item48857e8631:g:VFQAAOSwl9BWKa1y

No, but you can get good Xiaomi headphones for under £4..

Also how strong is the notification led

had this for 2.5 days now and battery is at about 75%. crazy! installing apps, browsing, Facebook, email And IP cam software in the babies room so nothing major but still very impressive. coming from a SU6

Just right, not disturbing in any way, but enough to see..

Does it come with headphone?

No official yet

I unofficially unlocked bootloader

Did get code but could not verify device 50% error

Couldn't be bothered faffing about

is there a official release as well ?

did you have any problems unlocking the bootloader

thanks

Why are menu buttons wrong way round. Do you need PC to flash?

Nice find, very easy way, thanks :smiley:

Just found a simple way to take screen shots (saves messing with buttons)

Set up :
Settings
Notifications & Status Bar
Toggle Positions
Hold n Drag Screenshot up to the top

Take screenshot :
Drag down from the top
Slide to the left
Click screenshot in menu options

Anyone looking for screen protectors can recommend this seller, came within 12 days of ordering and good quality. Only payed 57p when I ordered so have gone up a bit since then for some reason?

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/2-5D-0-26mm-9H-Premium-Tempered-Glass-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-3-2-1-Redmi-Note/32623806205.html

I really quite like MIUI

New update released (17/06/2016)

Changelog :

- Fix Led Blink
- Kernel is now built from source (doesn't use Xiaomi prebuilt)
- Fix flac audio issues
- Wifi module sycned with latest qcom code
- CPU cores getting offline issue fixed
- Attempt to fix audio distortion on some headphones.
- Attempt to fix sudden modem signal drops
- Sync with latest CM

To-do :
* FM has to be fixed ( Not fixed in this build because that's all the time i have had this week )

To be honest i have been using this rom for a while now and it is fine as a daily driver, now the small bugs have been ironed out it is more or less perfect

I recommend it personally, no problems for me

More stability, fewer bugs. But it'll never be completely bug free, even the official releases have bug. But the dev's on XDA are some of the best out there. If there's a major bug it'll be fixed in a days...

new CM build today

Finally got mine moded to a much more usable layout for such a lovely big screen :wink:

Ive gone ahead and ordered this for the 2nd time, my first mobile didnt turn up, hope i get more luck with this one! thanks op x

Make sure you disable driver signing (reboot) and install the driver again manually as outlined in the steps. Then it should go fine provided the phone goes in to EDL mode as normal (there's a helper tool on XDA if it doesn't behave - "EDL" is needed to override the bootloader and it's locked state). The MiFlash tool is also picky in that it has to be pointed to /images (which you'll find after extracting the downloaded tar.gz ROM file using WinRAR) and "wipe all" should be selected.

I don't understand why the flash process looks so... unpolished for users switching region. Xiaomi need to sort out an OTA region switch or something for locked devices (unless I missed something). For this reason it's probably worth requesting an unlock code; worth having root for various things like AdAway.

No idea about the fingerprint issue. Will have a look into it. I've yet to get my RNP3 but I'm ready to sort it out once it hits my doorstep o.o

For anyone who's bought one, this will save you alot of grief if you're figuring out how to write to an installed SD card. Hint: Enable the docs app first and then select SD card to grant permissions to the app you're using eg. ES file explorer!!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcEqkdQGCFw

Bought from OP - X Show Technology

Thanks for the help. I'll give it a go when I get back to my laptop. It's windows 10 64bit so hopefully be ok. No need to unlock for me then. Is the latest version running ok for everyone. When. I went to the link it says some people having problem with fingerprint scanner after several hours?

Yes follow the instructions in the link (below)
tbh i'm no expert, infact this was first time i'd flashed a ROM
Took me about two hours lol...
The latest ROM link is in that thread (V7.3.5.0.LHOMIDD)
Scroll down to - The ROM Link will start with Redmi Note 3 Qualcomm
Best to use Windows 7 (64) but 8 is fine
Unless you want to install custom ROM's or boot a custom recovery then unlocking is really not necessary
Guide http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html

Thanks for the info. As my phone currently has Chinese rom from new. Do I need to carry this process out using a 64 bit version windows system? I see first there are about 10steps then a further few to flash the ROM. I was just trying to take the easiest route as I haven't flashed any phones for a while & didn't want to get it wrong.

I saw you put a link up for the guide earlier in this post. Is it best to just follow the instructions in there to get it running the global ROM then? Is there an advantage to getting it officially unlocked (ota updates)

As above, just copy the global rom to the root of your phones storage, open the updater app and flash the global rom that way..

I have got one which was still factory sealed which has no global rom installed. Is it best to request an unlock code from xiaomi then install the global rom from the website (apparently xiaomi sends links to this?) Am i right in thinking this process can be speeded up by unlocking it myself first then putting the rom on?

My sis bought one in HK for my mum and it's the 32gb S650 version. Very good build quality for price; if it ran stock android with minor tweaks it'd be perfect!

$186.99 worked out to 128.27 on my creditcard statement. Just wish it would turn up already!

Seller is asking me "what to write on customs declartions?" wtf what do I tell him lol

My seller put MP4 player, gift, $50 value

Got it for £127.45 :laughing:
THE WAIT IS COMING!

Checked on my phone
No warranty charge...
$178.99 all in

I can find it cheaper but as I mentioned in previous comments first they added extra $8 and also the description doesn't matched with the title otherwise the price is 128

guys look at this link is pro prime model but in the description is says 2gb and no tft card which I believe is a mistake

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/FREE-shipping-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Pro-prime-Snapdragon-650-Hexa-Core-5-5-3GB/32597648722.html?spm=2114.01010208.3.20.Kn6xAt&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_10,searchweb201602_4_10017_507_10040,searchweb201603_10&btsid=b62947ce-5ea8-4477-bb89-5d9f3d25ab86

Yep, think thats after they have added on the £5/6 warranty charge

After converting to £ via XE I get £131.85 and using the GBP currency option on aliexpress I get £133.81, hmm will have to try the app.

Can't see any better than the one in OP

Redmi Note 3 Pro 32GB 3GB SD650

$179.00 (£126.00)

depends on exchange rates which are constantly changing.

People have got the best price by using a credit card that doesn't charge fees for paying in foreign currency, and let your credit card do the conversion rather than aliexpress.

Warranty charge appears not to be there when ordering on the mobile version of the site or app.
The warranty is not valid in the UK anyway, but sellers are advising they cant remove it from the item!

Can someone give me the correct link is hard to search on aliexpress not much options

also what's the difference between pro and pro prime model

thanks

From my experience of using the OnePlus One I would advise caution on rushing into installing system updates. Im sure there are experts here that might have a different view or know better but this has been my experience. Don't rush into any updates without doing research into what other users are experiencing. There were lots of problems with updates for the OPO, not for every user but for a fair few like battery drain after a few hours. My philosophy was mine works and that is good enough for me for the sake of an extra bell and/or whistle.

Mine hasn't arrived yet... :-)

Did you get miui 8?

Is it marshmallow?

I'll get her to try that, ta.

Looking for some help. The wife was trying to download a pdf of a bus timetable but it keeps on failing. I noticed the documents app was disabled but even enabling it doesn't help. I was hoping to have a documents app on the home screen but can't figure out how to do it.
Anyone had this problem?

I just said "I want to install miui.eu rom". That was around the 5th. I got a text with an initial verification code, but nothing after that. When you log in to unlocker it does verify you account to check if you have unlock permission.

:laughing:

Mine arrived today, ordered late night on the 7th and was shipped on the 11th (tracking still shows it between China and UK) No customs or VAT, marked as "gift" "Commercial sample" "MP3 player" Value as $49.7) so went above and beyond to minimise chance of fees there.

I asked for an International ROM and have sort of stumbled at the first hurdle as i can select "English(UK) as language but the next screen asks for locale and there is NO UK/England/GB/etc in the list. What did anyone else encountering this do???

Finally received mine as well. Mine definitely had a vendor rom flashed so I downloaded the English Developer rom and just flashed it via the Updater app.

Bootloader unlocked straight away and I'm currently running the latest miui.eu rom which is pretty nice with all the changes from the official rom..

Definitely a lot of phone for the money!

Got mine today. - very very impressed. It updated to 7.3.5.0 LHOMIDD ota.

Anti malware bytes shows it clean.

Just a quick note to anyone trying to use Natwest app on phone, couldn't get normal app to work but if you install the business app instead you can use your normal login details and all works fine.

sods law since iv just ordered the old non band 20 phone... seems the same phone probley just a software/licencing thing.

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=redmi+note+3+pro+miui+8

you need to do your homework, I am on CM13 so it does not float my boat

redmi note 3 gets official miui 8 tomorrow (android 6)

Ha ha I set mine to Falklands to! I had an issue making outgoing calls. Mine came with volte enabled, so disabled and seems OK now. I seem to get better 4g signal on EE than I did with my galaxy note 3. So far I'm Impressed.

​i think its more likely that the tracking just takes several days to be updated,. so its fairly pointless other then to confirm is on the way

​ok, I set it to the Falklands in solidarity to our distant and inbred cousins! your right doesn't seem to make any difference to anything.

I know nothing about phones (as I have made pretty clear withe my questions ☺) but its a very impressive phone so far after a couple of hours. fingerprint scanner so handy.

Link is broken.

The locale setting doesn't seem to do anything from what I've seen. I just have it on Spain

My latest update from singpost site is:
14/06/2016
Despatched to overseas (Country code: GB)

we've had the postie today but sometimes parcels come separate...

Mine arrived today and looks great!

I ordered from Dreami who dispatched on the 9th, so it's been exactly a week, which is brilliant for standard Ali Express Free Delivery. No customs, sealed box as requested. Also came packaged with a UK plug adaptor (as above poster), silicon case, screen protector and SIM card adaptor. Couldn't be happier!

I charge all my phones/tablets from an Anker multiple charger, can't comment yet on speed.

Mine came with an adapter. Says 10A/250v on it. Seems to charge pretty quick.

Which wall charger are you guys using, obviously the 2 pin supplied is useless here in the UK...
Volts/amp?
I've got a charger that's 5v/1500amp, and it seems to take an age to charge...

Looking online, there's differing views on whether it has quick charge 2.0 available or not, if it has, that will be the best charge to go for?

Anybody know if this will be able to run skygo, sky sports mobile, etc?

That's a lot of pixels :stuck_out_tongue:
it will be really awesome if the NON-HLOS.bin is all it needs to get 8000MHz going :smiley:

As far as I can tell from the specs, the only difference between the special edition and the standard edition (3GB/32GB version) is the LTE bands:
Special Edition:
FDD-LTE: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B20/B28
TD-LTE: B40

Standard Edition:
FDD-LTE: B1/B3/B5/B7/B8
TD-LTE: B38/B39/B40/B41（2555-2655MHz）

Everything else remains the same:
Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 CPU
Adreno 510 GPU
3GB Dual Channel LPDDR3 Memory
32GB Storage eMMC 5.0
4000mAh / 4050mAh(typ) Battery
0.3s Fingerprint unlock

Yikes, on there it says it has a 500-megapixel front camera. That's a lot of megapixels o.o

Either way, probably find out if someone rips the NON-HLOS.bin from the Special Edition firmware and plonks it on the RN3P SD.

I think you are translating the home page. Try this, the layout is a bit wonky though :stuck_out_tongue:
It is the "Special Edition"
https://translate.google.com/translate?sl=auto&tl=en&js=y&prev=_t&hl=en&ie=UTF-8&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mi.com%2Ftw%2Fnote3%2Fspecs%2F

I couldn't say but I suspect we'll know soon if there's a RN3P with band 20 arriving.

Also, Google translate seems to do a very... sloppy translation on the Mi website you posted;

will it have anything to do with the antenna as well?

Might be useful if eventually possible but there's peops over at MIUI trying to 'unlock band 20' (800MHz) on Xiaomi devices.

More info here: http://en.miui.com/thread-242834-1-1.html
And here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-note-pro/development/how-to-unlock-lte-frequency-bands-mi-t3215880
(Not model specific to the RN3P, I do not advise you experiment)

Supposedly the Qualcomm chipset is capable of working on band 20, it's just locked since Xiaomi have to pay licensing for the 800MHz band.

Yep mine did arrive yesterday, picked up earlier from post office, pretty impressed with speed of delivery and seller stayed in touch so recommend them.
Once I've had a little play around I'll come back with opinon on phone, 1st impressions its very nice!

One thing to note, don't be a tit like me and spend ages setting up fingerprint sensor over and over for it to keep failing, the reason?...................................................................I didn't remove back sticker!! :confused:

XiaoMi recently announced a special edition of RedMi Note 3 which works with all the LTE frequencies in the UK:
B1(2100), B2(1900), B3(1800), B4(1700), B5(850), B7(2600), B8(900), B20(800), B28(700).
http://www.mi.com/tw/note3/specs/

I wonder if it will be available on AliExpress. It will be great to get that version instead.

Interesting that someone reports 4g on o2.

Are you able to determine which band it is running on - o2 may have started using their 2g (1800) or 3g (2100) bands as 4g like vodafone. Maybe the app LTE discovery will be able to tell.

This is my tracking - ordered on the 6th - hoping for later today or tomorrow.



United Kingdom
Destination Country
2016-06-11
11:24:27
Shipment Shipped

China
Original Country
2016-06-10
11:24:27
Successful departure from Warehouse
2016-06-10
11:24:24
Warehouse processing complete
2016-06-10
11:17:47
Successful package received by Warehouse

Hi, Can some one confirm if the device will work outside the UK i.e. South Africa.

There is a new build due in the next day or so that will fix the issues, even so it is still my daily driver with no problems

Nope but it's an early build so it's worthwhile keeping track of the XDA thread and updating every few days. From what I gather most of core features work, unless it was patched already you'll need Kernel Aduitor to mount the last two Snapdragon cores on boot.

If it's anything like the last CM13 alpha I tested, you get Marshmallow early with a few hiccups; some things are fixed quickly, other oddities stick around for a week or two but it's generally fun being part of the XDA community and helping test out the builds. Once in a while there's a nightly that causes some mild havoc so check the XDA thread before flashing.

Generally, battery life is excellent on Cyanogenmod provided there's no resource hog bugs in any given build. If you install Xposed + Amplify + Wakelock Detector + Prevent Running, you can get excellent battery life (i.e. <1% battery drain overnight) from capping wakelocks and halting unnecessary background autostarts. Though Greenify is often easier. A good custom kernel can help if there's RN3P ones about.

Cyanogenmod is pretty awesome in that it's highly-configurable down to sliding your finger on the status-bar to adjust brightness to PrivacyGuard letting you manage autostarts/app permissions. Also, the CM themes are nice.

Mine's jammed in the same place, though given how iffy the tracking sounds I suspect it's probably further along. I placed mine on the 6th. So probably a few days up to a week?

TBH, I'd heard of aliexpress before but got the heebies after looking at the reviews.

Has one tried this on the phone ?

Ordered from India for roughly 126 GBP.........if anyone has relatives in India coming over soon :wink: ! 1 day flash sale on amazon india !

http://www.amazon.in/Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-Dark-Grey/dp/B01CZNH1V0

Thanks for the updates and interesting to know it works on O2. The tracking seems rubbish and the chat isn't much use either from my experience.

Just to add...

This thing is a beast!
Went from an S7 edge exynos to this as I wanted the cash made from it for another venture (VR).

I was expecting the games I play on my phone to be drastically slower. They`re bloody faster! I`m gob smacked!

The phone has it`s weaknesses but power is definitely nor one of them.

Enjoy!

Mine arrived today despite tracking stating it had just left China hours ago. Dont trust the tracking info on Aliexpress....

Happy with my purchase, everything seems to be fine with it.

Ordered night of the 5th June BTW

Indeed, fingers crossed.. :smiley:

Everything seems fine, could arrive by the end of the week.
I'll just wait :stuck_out_tongue:

Mine's the same..

As a follow up, tracking from here: Singpost tracking
Says this:

14/06/2016
Despatched to overseas (Country code: GB)
12/06/2016
Received from Customer

just had my phone delivered and the lock screen came up on 1st boot. Someone has set a pattern to unlock so i cant evn get into the phone and it wont boot into recovery either. Anyone else had similar issues please?

Can anyone with a completed delivery via aliexpress free shipping post a screenshot of the tracking itinerary from start to finish please?

Mine been saying this for a while now

your package In Transit
Aliexpress Shipping

United Kingdom
Destination Country

China
Original Country
2016-06-11
01:45:26
Successful departure from Warehouse
2016-06-11
01:45:23
Warehouse processing complete
2016-06-10
23:40:49
Successful package picked up by Warehouse

Ordered on the 5th is this normal?

Will confirm tomorrow but think mine came today( missed postman) if it has I bought from the following and placed order on June 2nd:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-xiaomi-Redmi-note3-snapdragon-650-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-3G-32G-5-5-screen-octa-core/32622877163.html

Redmi 3S - SD430 - FP Scanner - 4100 mAh Battery - $106.00 ( ~ £75.00)

http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_3s_is_now_official_with_snapdragon_430_soc_and_fingerprint_reader-news-18810.php

Where from/ which delivery option please?
Thanks!

Received mine this morning. No customs charges :smiley:

Seems a really decent phone for the money. Can also confirm it works with O2 4G on international rom.

Hadn't noticed that :confused:

Not the snapdragon though is it.

Yes thanks saw it, considering it but will prob stop soon anyway.

Would prefer brand new if I can I think

Thanks again

Dont know what to do now... want the black version

Aliexpress
£140 and wait approx 12 days (but up to a month possibly!)
£155 delivered in approx 4 days

Ibuygou
£176 (getting a bit much now!) 3-6 days, 2 year (?) warranty

Ordered on the 2nd from TopMall China using Ali-express standard delivery.

Received it yesterday.

I ordered Gray with global rom installed and it came with screen protector and clear case. It was left in my wheelie bin so didn't need to sign.

The UI is going to take some getting used to but I've put Nova launcher on.

The finger print scanner is lightning quick. Much quicker than 'Tap-on' from the LG G3 that im coming from.

Ill have a proper play tonight.

Mine arrived today... No taxes!
Typing on it now. Seems quality.

£143.80 for the phone including DHL shipping + £17 charge from DHL at Hong Kong (still unsure what this was for) so £160 all in. Included was a clear silicone case, screen protector, sim adapter. I just messaged the seller and asked for global rom. That was it. I know I've probably paid over the odds but I'd originally ordered a Redmi 3 off Ebay for same price and got stung waiting 2 weeks for a refund. If your prepared to wait I'd ditch the DHL and just go standard.

Mine arrived today. I did opt for DHL with seller Dreami. Had to pay £17 before it left Hong Kong (taxes? Pre-customs? Unsure) also asked for global rom.
Ordered evening of 9th. Delivered to locker at local petrol station at 8.54am this morning a day early.
So far so good. Halifax banking app works for anyone interested.

This morning it was an optional extra, now it's mandatory. Maybe it's a website fault. Live chat got me nowhere.
I noticed its not there on the mobile version of the site though.
Weird!

Seems if you order via the app there's no added warranty..

Just tried on the website and it seems it adds about £7 to the price where as on the app it does not..

Just tried Ali's chat service and they 'says' they can't take the One-year replacement warranty off! But any buyer would have to contact the seller to have it removed?

Sounds like some sort of con? As it's only valid in Spain and the US it's less than useless everywhere else, but no doubt the sellers are getting a kick back from the insurance company?

Just sent a message to the seller, I'll post what they reply. . .

It just getting silly now! This is the reply from the seller; 'hank jia: hi,sorry we cannot remove it either, sorry '.

Anybody else noticed the 1 year warranty Ali Express have added to the product page now?

Cant seem to remove it, its not valid in the UK(?!), and they have increased the cost to include it

Unless I'm missing something?

http://sale.aliexpress.com/__pc/1year_replacement_warranty.htm?spm=2114.10010108.1000016.17.vNqadc

Mine says arrival at processing centre (country code GB) 10/06/16.

Hopefully should be with me soon.

I bought it via another seller, afew days before this offer.
Was despatched on 3rd, delivered yesterday.

I asked for the global rom to be installed by them which he was happy to do.

After using it for a day, my thought are that the software is very much a mix of apple ios and Google Android.
I'd say it takes the best of both, the simplicity of ios, and the open platform Android offers.
I'm using google now launcher, as I'm a creature of comfort, and it's what I used on my previous phone.

I can definitely notice the difference compared to my smart ultra 6 which I rate extremely.

Fingerprint lock works amazingly well.
Battery so far has been very good,
I've not sampled the camera, but I've no regrets so far.

I'll NEVER pay Apple /Samsung etc prices when phones like this are available, EVERYTHING is on par,if not better, except the company logo on the back, which is unknown to alot here in the UK.

if anyone wants a cheap memory card heres one

http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/samsung-evo-128gb-microsdxc-uhs-u1-class-10-with-adapter-48-mb-s-for-22-49-using-2462659#

on offer at the moment

According to Ali express, it was despatched on 4 June, so 6 days from being despatched.

Sorry I should have made it clear, it was the previous deal, company called topmall china. Ordered on 2 June, standard delivery. No custom charges

What date did you order and what date was it posted?

Which company?

Use either of them as long as it's 5V. The 2amp charger will charge it up a bit faster..

I've just had delivery :laughing:.
It comes with a 2 pin charger.
What amp charger should I use?
I have a 1.5amp and 2amp charger...

it's 100% sure not supported with Giffgaff/Tesco/O2 4G bands in UK

Says it works on vodafone 4g here so it's just o2 that has no 4g (information taken from http://willmyphonework.net/ ):



edit: I've just read that for vodafone 2600 is their backup frequency they only use in certain high density areas so it's unlikely to be reliable

I'll be ordering from ' top one's with the DHL delivery, that should be much quicker.
I'll place the order on Tues after I realise I cant afford the OnePlus 3...

Be even longer at the moment. Most of HK/China closes for the Dragon boat festival (9th to the 11th). Nothing ships until the 12th now and they'll have the backlog of all the orders that came in while they were closed. . .

Two weeks, that long :disappointed:

how long does it take for items to get to the UK from aliexpress.com ?

As asked earlier, are we likely to see a version with marshmallow on it?

Just a quick note - if you want a guarantee of no customs charges and probably quicker delivery via DHL (they quote up to 8 days) for approx £15 more, see deal below
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/xiaomi-redmi-note-3-pro-with-dhl-delivery-no-customs-142-18-ali-express-shenzhen-2460670?p=28177080

Never thought I'd get on with a 5.5" screen after using my galaxy s4 for afew years, but once I got to grips with it, in my opinion it is the sweet spot for screen sizes. Can't see myself going back to a smaller handset, and can't see myself getting anything bigger.

Still tempted, but not sure I want a phone this size. I have a Z1C which is perfect for me, just tried a few similar sized handsets out and not sure I like the feel. The specs of this look great for the money, but I suspect I'll end up with a Z5C.

...and he's not even finished! Probably passed out! :wink:

Aaaaand breathe..

Viewed again, and it has actually out me off buying a bit! They cut the video before they show the screen properly after the scratch tests too.

i kinda agree with you on that but rest of tests pretty impressive

I looked at that before, I'm sure the results from that last test where they drive over it are questionable. There were some horrible cracking sounds as the wheels rolled over it yet no damage at all to screen or body? Might be true but find it hard to believe!

Question on the screen as I have ordered this phone. I have an OPO and I didnt buy a screen protector for it and didnt need to as it was so tough/good. I think I read somewhere that the screen for this Xiaomi needs one. What's the consensus?

How does this compare to the s5 please, particularly the camera? Ta.

If possible could people update the thread with how long theirs took to arrive?
Be interested to know, no way i could wait 30 days from ordering to delivery, i'm too impatient.
Think i'll end up going for the £15 more for quicker delivery TBH (waiting on OP 3 pricing/details on tues...)

Just heard from my son (whose working in HG), Xiaomi are going to be releasing a new Note model in the next few weeks with a similar spec to this but with either a 5.7 or 6 inch screen and maybe the Snapdragon 820 cpu. Could be worth waiting a while if you think you might need either a larger screen or a faster processor. . .

Great phone, but my screen cracked after less than 2 months of use. I didn't even drop it. It was in my pocket.

Any suggestions?

this or the new Motorolla G4?

Ok thanks.

Not much point in ordering until after weekend now I guess.
More time to procrastinate

Is it a public holiday at the moment in China?

its in the op

Anyone know if we'll be getting marshmallow update on this phone?

Have you got a link to this seller pls? thx

I would recommend the MOFI Rui flip cases for these phones as the front 'flip' is steel-reinforced so that the screen is incredibly well protected compared to other cases. Loads of colours to choose from and can be had for under a fiver from aliexpress.

Edit:

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/MOFI-Rui-Series-Flip-PU-Leather-Cover-Case-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-with-Stand-Function/1982723_32603761301.html

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/for-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Luxury-Bag-MOFI-Rui-Series-Leather-Stand-Cover-Phone-Case-Shell/32601668444.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.219.kwbyVL&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_7,searchweb201602_5_10017_507_401,searchweb201603_6&btsid=c2e80bbb-01a6-4c90-880e-d09c0c6408b8

Rather the devil you know...

I got this case from aliexpress, it arrived damaged

I raised a dispute and a new one is on the way

Are you really that bothered about £2.45?

Can you put Google rewards on this?

I bought this phone around a month or so ago from another seller on AliExpress for around £170 and even then it was an absolute bargain. It lasts a minimum of two days with my usage and even had it last 3 at a push and for the price easily destroys anything around the same over here.

I switched from a Samsung S5 and tbh it eats it for breakfast, even had a friend on an S7 praise the phone and question his new upgrade as he said the quality wasn't all that different. An absolute bargain for the price.

I've ordered mine from Dreami quick comms so far. only ordered yesterday not dispatched yet.

Can this phone be considered better than a galaxy s4?

I also got this case for £2.45
Made by 'ipaky', looks to be the same design of the Spigen Neo Hybrid case for this phone, which are great looking cases. :stuck_out_tongue:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Case-Cover-TPU-PC-IPAKY-Hybrid-Dual-Layer-With-Frame-Back-Cover/32562368441.html

For the same reason I got it from the seller in the main link of this post (X show technology). Dreami dark grey 32gb out of stock
I requested the seller to send a sealed box one, shipped it the next day. Asked him to confirm if he did send a sealed one he said yes. Waiting to receive now.
Btw I contacted dreami and they do have dark grey but only the 2gb ram with 16gb storage version. :neutral_face:

After unpacking it,could this one be used directly in the UK, no setup, rooting or flashing required, like the one bought from UK stores ??

Thanks

Same here.. I wanted the grey with black front but Dreami had only silver and gold. So I ordered from Goldway, who didn't bother with messages or shipping the phone before the 7 day deadline. So I requested a refund and ordered with Eternal Team on Saturday. Got an email on Monday saying that it has shipped.

Hopefully it's smooth sailing from here on..

I will buy transparent case :smiley: So it will be deff the Gray.

Put it in a case?

I thought about him too, but he doesn't have GRAY version :disappointed:

No personally i would recommend you to get it from dreami

He is a great seller and will send in a sealed box if you message him

No customs

i had mine factory sealed from different outlet and as i have said in a few previous comments on different threads i have left the original xaiomi rom installed it gives you the option for english or chinese when you first put the phone on there is no bloatware or adware on it i have even left the chinese apps on other than notifications to update them they dont cause any problems i installed google services my self i have had the phone 14 weeks now and have had and installed at least 8 miui system ota updates in that time also google services has updated twice honestly the apps have not caused me any probs its when third party resellers put their custom roms on you get problems with bloatware etc i have ran malwarebytes to check for anything nasty only found 1 pup (possible unwanted program) as you probably know pups can be genuine programmes or apps with amber warning not red it was one of the chineese apps was able to get rid of by dragging to bin only ran malwarebytes because someone posted on another thread that he found a trojan with malwarebytes and could not remove it from phone but turned out his was running seller installed custom chinese rom not official xiaomi chinese rom he later corrected his post i dont see point in flashing global rom as i said no problems in 14 weeks update malwarebytes updated to new version so ran scan again it did find 2 more pups both amber and are genuine xiaomi system apps so no problem would advise people bying these with the global rom pre installed check with malwarebytes because i dont believe they are supplied with global rom from xiaomi the reseller has to install it from miui site no harm in checking with malwarebytes just in case by the way best phone i have owned

Did anyone who received this phone from aliexpress paid custom tax or something else with Standard Shipping?

CM runs great,

Two minor bugs FLAC files will not play in CM music player

Install poweramp to play FLAC

Only one big core is enabled by default

Install kernel auditor and enable the other A72 big core (number two), set to apply on boot

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grarak.kerneladiutor&hl=en_GB



These two bugs should get fixed soon enough

my son has a redmi note 2 on 3

Its a mixture of 3g/4g

There is a trick that works on both phones:

In the dialler key in *#*#4636#*#* and you enter a secret menu

Change network to LTE only, this works till you reboot the phone

i have the gold version and like you only had black before and have to say it looks and feels superb i keep mine in this pouch case link http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00NMCXKFU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 fits like a glove and kinda matches the gold well

Yes

I on 3 im guessing it will work ok?

it will work on Voda 4g - but their primary 4g band 800mhz is not supported. Cities and events will fare better as they appear to be using 1800,2100 and 2600 as 4g spectrum in various places. However I imagine 4g coverage will be extremely spotty at best.

Ok running on CM13 i managed to squeeze 9 and half hrs SOT off a full charge

Dont do any gaming, just music, emails, browsing etc

IT DOES NOT WORK ON VODAFONE OR O2 4G

GET IT THROUGH TO YOUR THICK SKULLS

WHATS THE CAMERA LIKE?

im on voda and have just ordered one, il update the thread when i get it. if it doesent then so be. i used 3g for long enough over the years and got by. for the price i can live with it.

can anyone confirm if this works on vodafone 4g? so much conflicting info. prefrerbly someone who has this phone in their hand, working on uk voda 4g.

Thank you. Is 2.6Ghz alone enough? There are posts suggesting that 2.6Ghz has been deployed in London - so is it worth the punt if you'll rarely travel outside London (and for those times - 3G is fine)? Are there any up-to-date lists of where 2.6Ghz is widely available?

800mhz is the band o2 and Vodafone use for their general geographic coverage, 2600mhz is shorter range used to assist in urban areas and increase bandwidth.

Three use 800mhz for their super voice coverage - lower bandwidth than their 1800mhz coverage.

EE are the only ones that aren't really using their 800mhz yet - tho they may be testing it in some areas as part of their VoLTE offering.

See post 273 on this thread

The posts here suggest that the phone will either 3G only on Vodafone. Why is that? According to http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/how-to/mobile-phone/how-tell-whether-phone-is-supported-by-your-network-3597426/ you only need one band for 4G to work ("To use Vodafone's 4G LTE network your phone will need to support at least one of the two.") , and according to the listing it has the 1800Mhz and 2600Mhz - of which Vodafone uses one. What did I miss?

Do banking apps work on this phone with this ROM?

Yeah I've been offered £90 elsewhere but I'm wary about buying a phone from China.

A little bit OT (sorry) but has anyone tried the Xiaomi Mi Note Pro 4GB?

I quite fancy a 5.7 inch screen (What I really want is the LG V10, but can't find one). Has anyone ever tried the larger screen Xiaomi's?

Its worth trying as you (should) be able to sell this for the price you pay or maybe even small profit (no profit on HUKD For Sale section though) if you don't like it

I have the p8lite but not that fond of it - I can get £90 back for it on the classifieds should I go for this?

is the thin black screen border visible on all except the black version?

Think that would annoy me :smiley:

20% vat plus whatever handling charge the company delivering it adds. Usually around £10

But most of the China dealers mark the package as 'mp3 player' with a cost of $30. So unless you're really unlucky and customs open it to check you're okay...

How much customs hit can be there for these ?

I was lost at the 2nd line of the instruction guide :laughing: hence payed the extra few ££ and let them do it for me :wink:

I've been looking into this too, and while it doesn't look really easy, if you follow the guide it looks relatively simple.
http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html

As it states- Read through the instructions multiple times prior to doing anything and if you are unclear ask!

I would definitely prefer a sealed box

Lads planning to go for the 179 USD china ROM. How easy it is to install global ROM on this ?

Not received yet but same as yourself, fancied a change and went for gold( cheated a bit and ordered case just to be on safe side though!)

For those who have one (or used one) what does the gold look like? I've always been a standard black/grey kind of phone guy but from the pics the gold looks quite good

​OK thanks. took the plunge and ordered the 2gb/16gb version from dreaming, requested the global ROM, let's see what happens :smiley:

Don't remember receiving a shipped notice tbh
Just know I ordered on the 13th April and it arrived on the 25th (Royal Mail)

How long did it take from the shipping date to arrival?

I used Dreami, couldn't fault them, arrived factory sealed in just twelve days from order

​yesss so they know how to make smartphones well... The Chinese people wouldn't buy them if not.

Just ordered the 3Gb/32Gb version from Dreami. Asked for a sealed box in the comments section, got a message from the seller almost as soon as I'd placed my order explaining that there would be no Play Store etc. and asking me if that was ok. Excellent communication so far.

Incidentally, paid in dollars using Halifax card, works out at just over £125. Quidco is currently tracking at the dollar value (£180!)

Ordered same one from them the other day, he sent me a question regarding if I wanted sealed box or global rom installed so would imagine they'd do the same if you order. Theres an option to send question to seller anyway so you could always do that anyway.

Havn't got phone myself yet but look at this thread ( post 112) for pictures someone took, I think they look good:
http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/original-xiaomi-redmi-note-3-pro-prime-snapdragon-650-hexa-core-5-5-3gb-ram-32gb-2456807?page=2#comments

Is the 2gb/16gb from dreami a global rom? i think installing it myself is way too much for me after glancing through a few guides. The advery says so just wondering if anyone has bought from them can confirm? - http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-xiaomi-Redmi-note3-snapdragon-650-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-3G-32G-5-5-screen-octa-core/32622877163.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.10.D7gnTb&aff_platform=aaf&sk=Y7bAZbY%3A&cpt=1465311042862&af=207113&afref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotukdeals.com%2Fdeals%2Fxiaomi-redmi-note-3-pro-international-rom-3gb-32gb-version-snapdrogon-650-4k-mah-2459056%3Fpage%3D2&cv=12&dp=12%3A%3A207113%3A%3A0b009g133lfb%3A%3A%3A%3A1465311042&cn=15727&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_2_10017_507_401,searchweb201603_1&btsid=38d3f3d2-ea68-4767-b625-9fafbdfee6dc&aff_trace_key=470a222180ba414cb8ff3dcc45971577-1465311042862-09071-Y7bAZbY

is the camera really as bad as the reviews ? http://www.gsmarena.com/xiaomi_redmi_note_3_snapdragon-review-1405p4.php

Can sombody confirm its working with how many bands and provider in uk?

Specification is amazing for the price. Ordered. Many thanks for posting. Heat added..

http://www.4g.co.uk/4g-frequencies-uk-need-know/
This phone lacks band 20(800mhz)

More info here.
http://www.ispreview.co.uk/index.php/2016/06/three-uk-seeks-mobile-spectrum-ofcom-tackle-bt.html

http://kenstechtips.com/index.php/mobile-operators-explained-virtual-networks-and-coverage

I already replied that Natwest and Santander app worked on rooted phones. I got them both.

I don't have the phone yet but i believe band 20 is off the table meaning no O2 (4g), Voda and Three have a single band of 4g available and both of EE's 4g bands are available.

For that reason im going double speed EE on a SIMO.

If they do i can check it and flash it... Ill be checking it anyway so if the check throws up nothing to be concerned about I've saved myself some hassle.

if using 2 sims do they operate simultaneously?

Probably my fault for going off topic but I was talking about my phone, the Meizu MX4 Pro.

​Thank you

Yes with a lot of options to fine tweak
Getting better speeds wireless believe it or not
And that is before i have started tweaking just set up quick in AP mode




Sorry to go off topic

This version of the phone, the 'pro' version has a micro sd slot(you can choose 2 sims or 1 sim + 1 micro sd)
The original redmi note 3 with the MTK processor does not.

Yes with a lot of options to fine tweak

Getting better speeds wireless lol

Custom firmware for routers?

Redmi note 3 battery update

Battery life left: 43%
SOT: 6hrs 42 mins

Could potentially go 11 hours SOT

Do you know what dd-wrt is?

this is very similar

Thats the one

it works

Lol no need to insult him, he can have his opinions cant he? No harm in that.
Lets leave this topic its gone on long enough all day today :stuck_out_tongue:

Irrelevant here yes
Still I wanted to get that router but didnt due to non english and lack of Gigabit ports
Looks like thats the custom firmware for the RT-N56U, are you sure it works properly? How did you even know that it wont brick it :smile:

​You've got to be the most paranoid, irrational and xenophobic person on here!! :laughing:

As a complete noob, what would be the advantage of this router over say the normal Virgin Media 5G one?

On another totally unrelated matter:

Got the asus rom flashed on my mi 3 router: http://www.hotukdeals.com/deals/original-xiaomi-mi-wifi-router-3-21-59-gearbest-2450846#post28161738

A £21 ac router just became a beast

But what exactly can they (Xiaomi) do? What evil things? Show you some Chinese ads?

Anyway when mine arrives, I will be alert for anything dodgy I may find in the phone haha :stuck_out_tongue:

Thats all fair enough, you dont trust them. But they are all the way in China, what could they possibly want/do with your data?

Whereas if the 'trustworthy' UK government (giving an example here), lets say found something 'suspiscious' on you, someone may turn up on your doorstep trying to stick something on you. Then whats worse

Thats true, thankfully I don't use Apple, some serious security scandals on iOS over the years, but yes I totally agree, information is power, and they use absolutely every minute detail so earn money off marketing. They all do it, yes

However, the point I was making earlier is the NSA in the US, or MI6 in the UK, is much, much, much more trustworthy, in my humble opinion, than Xiaomi, or the Chinese MSS, or Ministry for State Security. This country is not our friend, and I'm just gonna wait til my upgrade is due in 6 months ish, assess the Chinese phone situation then, and then make a choice ^^ hopefully by then there will be a similarly priced phone, like this, with maybe full 4G, and perhaps a UK/EU based vendor :smiley: that would be perfect

I'll still be spying on you along with the Chinese government :laughing:


What's wrong with that second hand S5 you bought with chips and dents to the screen? :laughing:

While I am not ruling out the possibility of what you say against chinese earlier today phones being true, you cant single them out.
Then you also have to believe that Apple and Samsung have your fingerprint. They passed it on to the UK/US government for all we know.
Google has your precise location, and location history of your movements.
Microsoft windows 10 also spys on you. Why do you think they are still giving everyone windows 10 for FREE. That is unheard of in the past.
Even if MI do spy on you, not saying that they do, its hardly anything new.
Just some food for thought :wink:

32gb ROM? how you gonna write to that!

Well then Im glad yours was fine on Chinese ROM :smiley: hopefully as a whole the results of this phone influx come back positive so I can jump on the bandwagon

you have red my post wrong mine had official xiaomi rom not custom the person who posted on other thread about trojan had the custom rom mine had no bloatware or adware or anything nasty you may call the chinese apps bloatware but most can be dragged to bin to get rid of but other than notifications that they have been updated or update availiable they just sit there doing nothing

I'm glad :smiley: I'll keep an eye on the situation with the influx of Chinese import phones, see how the reception is, see what the (if any) issues are, and if I like what I see, I will probably try one. We'll see ^^ thanks for sharing dude, good to know that bloatware and seller custom ROM is the only problem on your phone

No you are correct but i dont require big storage on my phones. This omission aside the spec is incredible for 107 spondoolics. It is also the best sounding phone ive ever owned. But not for everyone i know.

i had mine factory sealed from different outlet and as i have said in a few previous comments on different threads i have left the original xaiomi rom installed it gives you the option for english or chinese when you first put the phone on there is no bloatware or adware on it i have even left the chinese apps on other than notifications to update them they dont cause any problems i installed google services my self i have had the phone 14 weeks now and have had and installed at least 8 miui system ota updates in that time also google services has updated twice honestly the apps have not caused me any probs its when third party resellers put their custom roms on you get problems with bloatware etc i have ran malwarebytes to check for anything nasty only found 1 pup (possible unwanted program) as you probably know pups can be genuine programmes or apps with amber warning not red was one of the chineese apps was able to get rid of by dragging to bin only ran malwarebytes because someone posted on another thread that he found a trojan with malwarebytes and could not remove it from phone but turned out his was running seller installed custom chinese rom not official xiaomi chinese rom he later corrected his post i dont see point in flashing global rom as i said no problems in 14 weeks

I'm not even responding for the sake of ending this petty argument, but just to end this, your last point has so many holes it should be in a separate deal for Swiss cheese.

Please stop messaging me on everything I post or comment on (Samsung s5, CHI100, this) cos I find your presence thoroughly unhelpful and your attitude towards me, and others, very demeaning, condescending and rude. I can't stop you going anywhere, of course I'm just personally going to ignore you from now on, just to let you know, if you directly message me, or insult me again, I'm just going to ignore it.

All the Global / International ROMs that I've seen for this phone are as clean as a whistle. It's the China regional ROM which has tons of adware and region apps and other crap.

good choice they will put free spyware for you too :smile:

When you don't have a clue what you're talking about and don't even own this phone or any similar ones, but then post messages about the Chinese government using this phone to spy on your text messages / porn collection etc, but then claim that it isn't irrational, you don't warrant anything other than ridicule! :laughing:

In case, you've been living under a rock for the last few years, the biggest privacy data breaches have been Apple (American), Facebook (American) and NSA (American) aided and abetted by GCHQ (British). You'd be better off living in a field and not using a phone at all if you're so worried.

Root Check - This Redmi Note 3 is NOT rooted :smile:

Do you mean just run a root check app?

Thank you! Do you think there's any point in unlocking bootloader and flashing it with Cyanogenmod? Don't mind using MIUI if it gets updates frequently.

My LG G3 dual sim is still going strong but needed something with better battery life. Can't wait for the new phone to arrive :smiley:

This is the guide I used :

http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html

The latest ROM is also in that link

Scroll down to :

You can download latest from here
The ROM Link will start with "Redmi Note 3 Qualcomm"

Bought the sealed box with china rom. Thought I'd flash it with Cyanogenmod myself because I've done the same with several phones in the past. Quite tempted to try MIUI 7.3.5 first though. Been trying to find download links to 7.3.5 or some flashing instructions but haven't had much luck so far :disappointed:

No it arrived factory sealed and I installed the ROM (no root required)

I've been following these Redmi threads for a couple of months and not one person to my knowledge has been stung
However unless you need it super quick Id advise against using companies like DHL (or any paid service) as they sometimes charge an admin fee

Hi, did anyone have to pay tax on this as its from aliexpress?

Just installed the Halifax App on mine (Global 7.3) Works fine

Does anyone know if the Barclays app works on a global rom phone?

I've read somewhere that natwest app dosent work but others have found ways round it, seem to remember one was told to use business app instead and it worked for them.

Im a pretty IT savvy 40yr bloke, father of 1. I've been flashing, chipping etc for yonks.

I've requested the global ROM to be installed as i simply can't be arsed anymore. It saves me a job. I don't think it takes any longer to arrive.

mmm suppose its not a biggie can always go online rather than app not necessarily deal breaker. Is it best to ask seller to flash global ROM or do it myself.....bearing in mind I'm a 45 year old mum of three which has consequently fried a fair few of my brain cells

Oh pissflaps!

Oh well theres always Mobdro! And Kodi.

I was only trying to comment then got caught up in a flame war, being called a racist, xenophobic, lying falsely educated idiot, which I took alot of offence to, hence the drawn out argument process with said people

I wanna forget that ever happened and help people as much as I can while browsing bargains :smiley:

I can't help you (sorry about that) but i know what you mean. Theres rumours about certain banking aps that will not work on rooted phones.

Ill be watching for responses as im keen to know the answer myself.

Also keen to know if Sky Go works too!

It is best to use global ROM yes, there are rumours about Chinese Xiaomi ROM circulating, if I had a choice I would certainly use global

Idk about Halifax specifically but as long as it has a compatible Android app should work??

pity miui is ****

can i ask a noob question? I'm hoping to use my banking app (Halifax) will this work on this phone. is it best to have global ROM. I know how to sideload apks for play store etc. thanks

Were you bullied as a kid or something? Can you not make a valid point without attempting to mock, belittle or insult the other person, or without using some clear condescending tone? It's rather off-putting, I hope you don't do this on dates :wink:

I understand you can flash the ROM, I'm not sure how any of that works personally and Im sure alot of people, if they had a Chinese ROM installed in a Xiaomi phone in their hand, wouldn't know the first thing to do with it to fix it. I've never heard of anyone having to buy a smartphone and then configure the ROM so that your info doesn't get leaked

Adware is very different to spyware, you are mixing them unfairly. Cookies on websites to track your purchases, Google using your location, is very different to spyware sending your details, statements, codes etc... abroad.

I hope it worked for you :smiley: I don't wish spyware on anyone but the fact is the pre installed Xiaomi Chinese ROM has been proven to sometimes contain harmful malware

When they become more official in the UK and actually have outlets I consider safe, I'll probably buy one of these cheap, wonderspec Chinese phones, just to try it, but to say there are no risks right now is simply not true.

Oh and if you respond, stupid, liar, racist, sociopath, xenophobic, 'falsely educated', those insults are all taken, so you'll have to think up something....fresh

ROTFL.

I've got one of these phones with the global international ROM. It's as clean as a whistle. Zero adware and it gives you the option of opting out of all Mi data / user experience services if that's what you want. There's more crapware/adware on every Samsung Galaxy phoned that I've owned than this.

You REALLY don't know anything about these phones at all.

Seems this doesn't have micro SD, or did I do a man look?

​Based on your babbling I think they would spend about four seconds spying on you before nodding off...

If you are an agent 007 or your name is Angela Merkel you should not buy a Chinese phone. If you are a movie star you should not take your photos naked with iPhone, because they will be stolen from iCloud and then posted to Reddit.

But if you are a usual UK/EU citizen, who needs your data? Will Chinese communist leaders bother to look at your photos? Even if you are naked... What is interesting and secret in your text messages? And what happens if they know your location?

Put CM13 on it sorted

Currently flashing Asus ROM onto my mi router 3

Twitchy bum time halfway through - takes 20 mins

No, you basically got an article which showed that they WERE taking data then they switched it off

My article shows clear evidence that it was going to China and G Data showed that there was malware in 25% of the Xiaomi phones they tested, which were already from factory

You're CLEARLY not well informed and don't know much about these phones.

Best you stick to buying your second hand Galaxy S5s with dented/cracked screens! :laughing:

There's no spyware on these phone. Certainly no more than Apple etc.

Problem with that 'spyware' story, some people put 2+2 together and get 45 and other people believed them.

http://www.deccanchronicle.com/141023/technology-mobiles-and-tabs/article/xiaomi-really-spying-indian-user%E2%80%99s-privacy

http://www.phonearena.com/news/Report-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-sends-photos-and-texts-to-Chinese-server_id58744

Stuff like that

There's plenty of those stories around, not hard to find.

What on earth are you babbling on about??

That is part of my fear, I dont believe its irrational, China and monitoring others have a long history, besides, we have a mutual trade interest, we are not friends, in fact we are enemies with their allies (eg North Korea)

It is indeed a contradiction, I would hazard a guess that its more down to poor quality phone infrastructure, or perhaps cutting costs on parts to keep it cheap, that made them miss out certain bands, not a deliberate choice I dont think

BTW a quick google will show hundreds upon thousands of clear cut examples of the Chinese being caught spying/installing spyware, e.g in Indian, Chinese-bought radio comms equipment, and the US company G Data claimed to find internal hidden spyware in Xiaomi and Huawei Chinese phones in a 2015 study

Xiaomi claimed they were counterfeits, which doesn't sound likely as they were bought through consumer websites

Suspicion: They want as many as possible UK people to purchase their phones to spy on them.


Hmmm... But if they want all the UK people to buy their phones, why do they skip entire UK networks?! A contradiction. Right?

​I did the same but felt like an inconvenience for requesting they forego their quality control and ROM flash process. Think I just prefer getting it sealed and wasting a few hours doing it myself. That way I know the ROM is stock and not injected with sponsored apps. The downside is I said no to QC so if it arrives with problems it's gonna be a pain in the butt to ship it back.

Still, amazing specs and price. Can't wait to pop in my MicroSD and make use of it for music and generally just doing stuff without lag. Don't care about the camera quality, not really bothered with 800MHz missing - my current phone doesn't have it and loses signal in some areas out and about but it doesn't bother me, less time getting telemarketers and anxiety from people contacting me o___o.

I purchased 2 phones from different sellers. (Not from this AliExpress one!)

The 1st phone was a "US version", it came in a sealed box with a black US charger and USB cable inside. And additionally the seller put a white US->UK adapter to this parcel in a separate plastic bag.

The 2nd phone is an "Certified to use in Hong Kong" version. It came in a sealed box with a black UK charger and USB cable inside. Later I found that the UK charger can be disassembled to 2 parts: US charger :smiley: and an UK adapter :smiley:

The difference is: Xiaomi put the UK adapter inside the 2nd phone box (Hong Kong version). Their black adapter looks better and joins the US charger tightly. The white adapter (added by the seller (not Xiaomi) to the parcel) looks cheap and is noticeably bigger.

I'm just gonna come out and say that I under estimated this phone and should have looked better into the specs and what they meant, so apologies for that having said that I still think that it has its flaws and for me, until they do breach the UK market, or until they are vetted, sponsored/supported by a mainstream seller here, something like that, I just don't feel safe with them. I get they're big, in China at least, I get that the spec-price ratio is great, but someone sending an illegal phone disguised as a gift or a cheap mp3, to me, with Chinese components, ROM, and the promise of amazing features for such little money? It sounds too good to be true

I still think the 4g is an issue, I use 4g all the time and altho I'm with EE Im looking to go on o2 refresh after this contract, and if I do I cant buy one. I find that ridiculous for such a big company as Xiaomi to skip entire UK networks, or for me to have to pay an extra 10, 20 quid a month for some data bundle when I could get a perfectly good deal here in the UK

It's a great phone, I've just ordered a second for my sister. I have both Three and Voda sim in mine working spot on. I did try and modify another sim and add a SD Card but I couldn't format the card after for some reason but had both sims working aswell.

How much does it cost to add a second SIM to this phone? Is it better to pay +350 GBP or more for some "kosher" phone (Samsung, Sony, LG)?

There are "SIM only" deals, "Data only" SIM cards, monthly contracts. What is the problem?


Isn't a correct comparison. You do not need to buy a second phone (second car in your "comparison") for 4G. You just need a second SIM or switch the provider. And you only need it in some cases:

1) If you really need 4G right now.
AND
2) If this phone does not support the 4G frequency of your current provider (O2).

How can it be compared to buying a second car with all those road tax, MOT, insurance etc. things?!

Says 12-29 days, dispatched within 7 usually

what is delivery time like?

I got it from the main one in this thread http://www.aliexpress.com/item/FREE-shipping-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Pro-prime-Snapdragon-650-Hexa-Core-5-5-3GB/32597648722.html?&aff_platform=aaf&sk=Y7bAZbY%3A&cpt=1465225223407&af=207113&afref=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hotukdeals.com%2Fdeals%2Fxiaomi-redmi-note-3-pro-international-rom-3gb-32gb-version-snapdrogon-650-4k-mah-2459056%3Fpage%3D4&cv=12&dp=12%3A%3A207113%3A%3A04009gw71dg%3A%3A%3A%3A1465225222&cn=15727&&aff_trace_key=5a66c415bec942cdbc7a86055ad582b9-1465225223407-05302-Y7bAZbY

X show technology, they say they load international rom, I asked for a sealed box hopefully thats what i get. Dark grey standard packing for £133.95
I think you just had bad luck with sellers. I paid with credit card aswell, hope that helps

Also others recommended this one instead. Its a bit cheaper but with default chinese rom I would have got this but they did not have dark grey in stock.

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Xiaomi-Redmi-note3-Pro-Prime-snapdragon-650-3G-32G-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-5-5-screen-octa/1986585_32636040211.html?aff_platform=data-feeds&sk=JYJQJYByj%3A&cpt=1465132794516&aff_trace_key=f89dc6a3535841a9827b2a235b3104cd-1465132794516-08656-JYJQJYByj

Thanks OP, bought one yesterday, seller shipped out today. Will report how it is :stuck_out_tongue:

I hope this happens in the UK too, if they were vetted properly and sponsored/joined with a big name or network, and then sold cheap, I would jump for joy and probably even buy one of their cheap, good spec phones

But until then it's just an illegal import, disguised as a gift, or a low cost mp3 or something, with no background checks or security for me as a western consumer

Xiaomi are partnering Microsoft to enter the US market:

http://www.breitbart.com/california/2016/06/05/microsoft-xiaomi-partner-bring-iphone-killer-us/

2 pin, but if they are nice they will put in a 3 pin adaptor.

Anyone know if a UK 3 pin charger comes with the phone?

If anyone thinks that the screen on this isn't large enough! then don't fear, Xiaomi have just released the Mi Max with a HUGE 6.44 inch screen.

Take a look here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MMzUSkWmWyE

Wow, quite a lot of ignorance with Xiaomi on here. If you don't know about them then that is because you are ignorant and is no way a reflection on them. Don't glory in your own stupidity. It makes you look, well, stupid. I have flashed MIUI roms since 2010, along with CM and PA it was a go to rom back in the day. It's a good job that China only makes mobile phones for Xiaomi, Huawei, Meizu etc. That way you can stay safe by buying Apple phones made in the USA and Samsung phones make in South Korea - that is right isn't it?

I personally welcome our Chinese overlords and I will quite happily point them to this thread when they, inevitably, assume control of the world. Then you can enjoy the "re-education".

Not 128gb but I did put a 64gb in and it wasn't recognised by the phone. I had to format it in another phone (laptop was no good) and then it was seen and has worked fine since. I think that officially on 32gb cards are supported, but if I can get my card working I don't see any problem with a 128gb card.

Few android updates?

They just released 7.3.5 for miui 7

Man you are starting to sound really bitter

This phone has had many updates

Lol I'm done following DatAlbino's posts

But Xiaomi are not some piddling small Chinese mobile manufacturer! This is what people can't get theior heads around. Even though AFAIK they only officially sell in China and India at the moment they are STILL one of the World's biggest mobile manufacturers. And if you were in any way worried about 'someone' seeing your stuff then you wouldn't buy ANY mobile device (cough NSA. MI6 etc etc etc).

Having to switch provider mid contract and still pay the o2 fee even tho you can't use 4g is ridiculous

You wouldn't buy a new car that wasn't allowed on motorways and then pay to have a 2nd car only for motorways would you?
Agreed its only on a couple networks, but o2 and vodafone are not small networks, this is thousands and thousands of people here


But the only reason they are big is cos they operate in the 2 biggest countries in the world, with nearly 3 billion people between them. Of course they're huge compared to us, Europe has 700 million, China and India have nearly 3 billion, they're catering for a huge population and exploiting super cheap labour, rlly poor working conditions and dubious software, with few Android updates

Because the Chinese are a communist one party dictatorship with mass state ownership and anything that isn't owned is heavily regulated by the state. I would bet my non existent house that they are monitoring people left, right and centre

First off you cannot blame SONY for being hacked, that is completely different thank hacking people, THEY got hacked, not did the hacking

Who hacked SONY? The North Koreans. Who are NK's biggest allies, who called NK they're 'big friends' and marked an entire year (2009) as the year of North Korean friendship? Who supplies military and technological goods to them and has for years and years?

China.

Very much this. Xiaomi were in the FT the other day since they're buying 1500 microsoft patents. In the article it said they sold 70m phones last year which makes them quite a bit smaller than samsung or apple, but still bigger than LG or Sony in phones.

I understand your point. You do not trust Chinese companies. I do not trust Apple, Google, Microsoft, Samsung, Sony, Chinese companies and all other companies from all the countries. And I do not like the fact they have access to our personal data. By, unfortunately, we can not avoid it. Just can not. Period.

And, of course, I do not understand why is it better when a South Korean company (LG, Samsung) or Japanese one (Sony) has my data than when a Chinese company (Xiaomi) has them.

And I do remember, for example, SONY database was hacked and their customers' data were stolen, including credit card details.

4g: There are no problems with 4G. There is a small inconvenience for some people only. First of all it is easy to jump from O2 to EE (or some of their piggyback minions), for example. But if you have a 1 year contract with O2, just add a second 4G SIM to Redmi Note 3 Pro! It is a dual SIM phone.

customs: Ok, if you are unlucky you'll pay a 20% tax + maybe 9 GBP handling fee. It is 35 GBP in total for this 128 GBP phone, making it a 160 GBP phone. It is not 500 GBP anyway. Right? :wink: By the way, I paid 190 GBP for this phone and still happy. :smiley:

If you look up you'll see that I have already said that, I have studied the matter in quite a bit of depth

Also, no, they don't, as far as phones go, LG produce in S Korea, Samsung also in S Korea, HTC in Taiwan, Motorola (apparently, didn't know this) in the USA

So, no, they don't. That's why this is so cheap, cos it IS made in china.

I'm a big android fan, I'll never get an apple, overpriced, poor specs and monopolised app market and iOS

I'm glad you like it :smiley: I just don't wanna risk it. Is it tempting? Hell yeah I'm due an upgrade in a couple months and those specs, for the most part, look good, and great in relation to price.

But I just CAN'T get my head around giving Xiaomi, who I hadn't even heard of until the Mii Band a few months ago, all my details, my address, access to my cloud storage, my memory, my bank details, etc. Me no likey

iPhone also has a non-removable cover. :wink:


Who said it is a top phone? All the articles and reviews I have read about Redmi Note 3 was like: "The best value for money", "Wow! These features for this low price!!!" etc.

Personally I do not need NFC, for example. So, this phone is a top one for my needs :smiley:

Also when I purchased Redmi Note 3 Pro I did not see OTG in its specs. Chinese vendors just did not include it to the specs list. But this phone does support OTG. It was a surprise for me :smiley: Now I like this phone even more.

You what? This is an amazing deal and I've upvoted it. I was replying to a guy that was bemoaning people who want NFC, defending a guy who simply wants NFC.

What are you talking about?

​Do you realise most phones, including Apple, are made in China?

​The same one with awful battery life, reheating issues and random shut downs. brilliant. Reading your posts I can see you obviously follow some tech blogs and are hung up on specs and reviews a little too much. I prefer to go by what user forums say.

Gave up on the G3 when I returned my fourth one for overheating

The LG G3 with 3GB RAM/32GB ROM was the European version, wasn't it? UK supplied LG G3s had 2GB RAM (and 16GB internal mermory). Certainly the 2GB RAM UK version has had its critics with regard to lag etc.....

Nitpicking aside, there is nothing commercially available from the mainstream UK suppliers that comes anywhere near the spec of this phone for the money asked. It also feels very premium with its metal build (my son has an LG G4 and agreed his wife's Redmi Note 3 Pro feels so much more expensive in the hand. Plus it's faster at most everyday tasks).

​i personally don't care about Antutu scores, or benchmark scores, as I think they are irrelevant compared to specs, and spec wise my 2 year old phone competes, better display, same RAM, same size, for Xiaomi's top phone that simply shouldn't happen.

Not to mention problems with 4g, customs, etc... I'll stop going on for the sake of sounding like a broken record, its just not my cup of tea at all. I'll buy cheap headphones or batteries or plastic rubbish off the Chinese; I will not trust them with my smartphone and my personal data

​I know they are, they're made in China by Foxcon, one of the worst abusers of working conditions and pay in China. i studied Chinese manufacturing for 2 years, particularly in the tech market, and with their track record I personally don't feel safe buying one of them. that's just me tho.

apple iphones are made in china infact one of the ways to tell if you have a fake iphone is if it says made in usa it should say made in china this was on tv show fake britain last year

i think you are way out there antutu scores rn3 pro around 78000 lg g3 around 42000 and cpu scores the rn3pro is 40% faster it knocks spots off lg g4 to

Try open camera by Mark Harman.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/app-camera-t2850557

There are a few camera zoom apps could you let me know who makes the app, been looking recently for a new app for low light pics but there are so many and everyone has a different opinions in the reviews. Thanks.

How does this compare to the oppo find 7?

Just out of interest do you think the xiaomi is much better than the jiayu s3 as that is my current phone. Its just the video recording quality that is lacking on the jiayu that makes me tempted to change.

Anyone have a link to a noob proof guide for this flashing , to put global rom on? is the cyan mod thing something different again?

As someone who prefers a smaller phone and find 5.5"+ too big. I have to admit the Redmi Note 3 Pro Prime is still very tempting. Coming from a Z3 Compact(4.6" 720p, SD801, 2GB) the Xiaomi offers me a nice upgrade in specs for very little. I don't require a flagship phone for my usage(browsing reddit & internet, youtube, clash royale etc) but the SD650 performs solid, even outperforming the SD808 which is used in the Nexus 5X that I'm considering. GPU wise although you can't see it on the chart it will be just below the SD652(the difference is SD652 is an Octa-core with extra 2 A72's over the SD650). I don't need or use NFC. I don't really care if the quality of my dirty kebab pictures aren't as sharp as they used to be on my sony camera. With all that said, buying a Xiaomi does come with it's drawbacks but if I do end up with it and it works fine for two years. Absolute bargain.

http://www.gsmarena.com/antutu_benchmark_releases_latest_chipset_rankings_snapdragon_820_tops_competition-news-17097.php

Current: Xiaomi Redmi note 3 Pro
Oneplus One
Jiayu S3 (brothers old)
Elephone p8000
Zopo C2
Nexus 4 (not china)
Newman K18
Infocus M810 (mums)
Newman N2 (mums old one)

Of course they're huge, they're based in a country with 1.5 billion people, everything in China is huge, when the whole of Europe is only 1/3 of China

​The 4000mah battery in this is proven to definitely be that from independent testing. Usually around 4050mah. Stop bashing on companies you know nothing about. Xiaomi are huge. 3rd largest phone manufacturer after apple and Samsung last I checked

You're so wrong... The snapdragon 650 is as fast as the 808... Way faster than the 801

Yes, the same G3 that won Smartphone of the year at the MWC 2015 Global Mobile Awards. Don't belittle me

EDIT: And 2014 TrustAwards phone of the year too

When I say european flagships I mean the phones you typically buy here, Samsung, LG, Apple, I understand they are mainly manufactured in SE Asia, particularly S Korea, but I just dont trust Chinese companies with something as important as my smartphone, with all my private data, all my finance details and banking app

if they were meant to be bought by us UK consumers they would work on all 4G lines, have reliable import sources and there would be no customs charges, and yet the opposite is true. Maybe in the future if they make a rlly, rlly good phone, for cheap, with more reliable sources, then I would consider it. Im not forcing it on anyone, just my opinion, hope anyone who has one has a good experience

I'm more than capable of reading and interpreting comments but it seems that you struggle with this. At no point was it stated that NFC is not here to stay but for the hard of reading, I will repeat, it is not essential and many people will be able to cope without it. People might not be fighting against it, we just haven't found it to be a requirement.

I got my LG G3 on contract, when it first came out, for £16.99 a month, 50 quid up front, 500 mins unl texts unl data from EE

I am not rich by far, in fact a very poor student, I get the price tag on this is appealing but it does not beat the LG G3 hands down

Display, Xiaomi 1920x1080, LG G3, 2560x1440
RAM, both 3GB
Size, both 5.5
LG removable cover, Xiaomi not (big nono for me I like my replaceable batteries and easily fixed phones)

The fact that I can even compete at all with this, using a 2 year old LG, is proof alone that this is not a top phone. Its a mid range phone, with the complications of bad UK phone service, possible customs issues (I had a phone I sent back to China DESTROYED by the Royal Mail) and dodgy chinese craftmanship

I would personally avoid, if you like it fine, but for me? Hell no, I'll stick with European/Korean flagships

With all china phones returns is always a risk..... if arrival damaged/ or dead on arrival the seller will usually sort things out etc. Its very rare that this happens (on 8th china phone now and so far so good)

You need to do your research mate...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VTGsByYYnL0

how much did you buy your g3 for - release price was around £500+? if your smart enough you can buy this, and change this for next years model for the next 3 year byut that time the spec will be unbelievable and you'll still would have saved.

This beats the G3 hand down in any performance test - omg you muppet (sorry but please do your research and also prove to the audience your specking too) - this will help us all

You'll soon joint the band wagon - all is welcome (including the rich)

Antutu 800/801 scores max 45-50k
Aututu 650 score max 77-80k (this beats the previous gen 8 series processor and is slightly or on par with the 810)

Please compare apple to apple note the 1st digit in the number is the series ... the 8 series is now at 820 which scores 133k+ on antutu - 8 series processors are high end meaning its usually phone on flagships phone costing £500+ (apart from the Mi 5 which you can get i thing around £250).

This phone is £124-£128 and has the best spec for the money. you should buy one and try it out. Look at the main Xiaomi wibsite ofr phone stats then a third part or even better load of youtube test can confirm performance.

http://www.mi.com/en/note3/

You make yourself sound stupid when your not comparing things alike.

With all these negative comments.. There's obviously a reason why these phones are so much cheaper. If the negatives or lack of revolutionary features bother you, then so be it, buy something else. For the rest of us, hukd is so hot right now... :sunglasses:

I think we have our wires crossed

My G4 got 4-5 hr SOT
Redmi note 3 will get 9-10 hr SOT

Exactly, how can a 1 year old LG G4, with just a 3000mA battery, outstrip the life of the latest Xiaomi with 4000mA?

The same reason my chinese 10000mA portable battery charges less then my 5000mA Anker- poor quality components

Get a European or well known brand, Chinese imports are good for low price and quantity, not generally quality

I agree in principle with your comments

I have got an LG G4 which i stopped using last week (which in my opinion blew away the G3) and was the best phone of 2015 for me

I regularly got 4-5 hrs SOT using CM13

I am hoping to push around 9-10 SOT with this phone and that was the attraction personally

I currently have 82% battery left with 2hrs 9m SOT

This phone runs exactly the same (bar the obvious 4g, nfc etc) but gives me 9-10 hrs SOT

Edit: my son has a 2 yr old Redmi note 2 still going strong (without a case or screen protector) so build quality has proven its self for me

I believe at launch it was about 450 quid, being an LG flagship and all, but now you can get at around this price. I just used that phone cos its still got high specs in relation to this phone yet this claims to be one of Xiaomi's latest

Well its certainly marketed as a top phone, despite clearly being a mid range device
I see the attraction, cheap, decent spec, but its kinda a falsehood imo and I wouldn't trust Chinese craftmanship over European or Korean sellers

Foolish person

I'm hoping the quality control at Xiaomi is decent, I opted for factory sealed rather than the seller's open-box check. Probably fire up the Chinese ROM and test the audio output, fingerprint scanner, sensors plus camera and screen for any stuck/dead pixels and whatever else, hope I don't have to return it.

Though fingers-crossed the only thing I'll need to do is choose between MUIU or Cyanogen.

How much was the G3 on its initial launch?

Answer: Amazon has put the LG G3 up for pre-order with a lower price than its rivals. You can order the black or gold models for £479. It will also release it sooner (see below).


I do not think it is advertised as a top of the range phone

This is: http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Original-Xiaomi-Mi5-Pro-M5-Mobile-Phone-Snapdragon-820-4GB-RAM-128GB-ROM-5-15-1920x1080/1986585_32661504765.html

Review: http://www.pcadvisor.co.uk/review/android-smartphones/xiaomi-mi-5-review-extraordinary-value-android-phone-rivals-galaxy-s7-3637966/

what is confirmation bias ?

7.5% cash back for Aliexpress through QUIDCO too.

Customs uk delivery

The Snapdragon 650 is more recent but that doesn't make it better

650: 1.8Ghz max, with Adreno 510
801: 2.5Ghz max, with Adreno 330

Difference between Adreno 330 and 510 is minimal, one is hexacore and one is quadcore yet they both feature in flagship phones

The real difference is between Snapdragon outputs and efficiency, and the 801 wins hands down on that due to the extra 0.7Ghz of power, even tho it is less efficient now it still has a higher output which means 800 series Snapdragons sport a faster data modem than 650s

P.S just to add, that link you posted shows that all Qualcomm did is rename 620 a 650 and reduce the max output, while making it slightly more efficient, which is pointless if its less powerful

I think maybe there is a bit of confusion, I think the snapdragon 650 was released around the end of 2015 and is close to being on par with the 800 series, maybe not the 820 but definetly the other revisions and is more power efficient.

http://wccftech.com/qualcomm-announces-snapdragon-650-652-targeting-midranged-handsets/

This phone has obvious negatives as well as positives

Pros:
Its cheap
It has 2 quad core processors, on par with the best phones
Good camera at 16MP
Large battery
Takes microSD and dual SIM

Cons:
It runs a seriously outdated Snapdragon, comparison, the LG G3 was released in mid 2014, runs 801, this is one of their latest phones and runs 650, like what. That's terrible
The resolution is standard at 1080p, most top phones these days run at well over that
Only 4-6 hours talk time off a big battery? Seems inefficient, again a smaller, 3000mA LG G3 runs for 19-21 hours
Back cover not detachable
Questions about UK 4G connectivity

Imo not a bad phone, pretty good, but definitely not the top class device people are calling it here. These things are cheap for a reason, they use very outdated RAM and imo are marketed at top phones, on par with the latest Samsungs, Apples, LGs, when they are simply not.

The reason I used the LG G3 in comparison is to show that a phone released 2 years ago hands down beats this in terms of specs, pretty much across the whole board, resolution, RAM, memory, screen size, weight.

I would pay a little more and get a phone from the UK or EU, that can definitely handle UK 4G networks, and has better specs. This is just a rebranded Chinese import

NFC is just 1 function a phone could offer,at this price who cares if you get 4G,decent size screen and resolution etc etc etc
I normally have enough energy to get my cc or dc out of my wallet and press 5 buttons on a pin machine and pop my wallet back in my pocket

Does this have wireless charging?

That's limited 4g on Three. Band 20 is missing. Nice hardware, questionable software. possible dodgy ROM installed. But if you can flash a ROM, and don't care about the 4g availability then it's super value.

​thanks

You don't have to be a luddite to choose a phone without NFC. For many people it is not a "must have" and I've not seen much evidence that it will be a requirement within the normal life time of this phone's technology.

Your the type of person that will vote a phone cold because it (possibly) won't be put onto the latest update, even though the phone works perfectly well as it is...

I have a smart ultra 6 that is on lollypop, my wife has a note 4 that has been updated to marshmallow, the difference is NOTHING!.

Have fun with your s7 whilst watching university challenge

Really tempted by this. Can anyone help with the following questions?

For 4G it can access all the main networks apart from 02. Correct? Its dual sim so it can be used for another SIM or to expand storage presumably. Anyone know what the max storage is?

Thanks

H

On EE and 3 yes

O2/Vodafone 3g only

OK let me reword it for you in simpler terms

Its a £130 phone

is this 4g or not?

You what? What a nonsense comment. You can just as easily say:

"We went 80 years without HD TV, now it's suddenly a must have!"
"We went 1000 years without washing machines when we used to just do our clothes in the river, now it's suddenly a must have!"
"We went 10s of thousands of years without clothes when we used to just have hair all over our bodies. Now it's suddenly a must have!"

Yes mate. People want NFC because it's new technology. That's what happens with technological advances.

Aliexpress is just like ebay, there are bound to be fake sellers but using their paypal (alipay), the sellers will never get your details and they won't be able to get any money until you've received your item and confirmed that you received it from them in order for them to get any money. Aliexpress is more interested in defending the buyer than the seller so you're pretty much safe with your money.

Not to mention with many a Chinese phone being rooted even if they did have NFC due to security measures android pay is not compatible with rooted phones anyway.

I love comments like this

So we have gone 20 years without android pay now all of a sudden its a must have

Go buy an iphone

http://www.scamadviser.com/check-website/aliexpress.com

Just be aware, scam adviser says there are some fake sellers on this site. Check the link above.

Does anybody know if this will work with SkyGo?

I bought the Wileyfox a few months back but it SkyGo won't run on on because of the custom rom

One of the reasons I got a Meizu MX4 Pro instead (currently an incredible 107 spondoolics on eBay). But how much I will use Android Pay I'm uncertain of TBH.

but where is it £128?

following the 'get deal' link the cheapest price i can see is £131.09?

great phone, BUT now that android pay has launched in the UK, personally wouldn't even consider buying a phone without NFC

In description at the bottom :smiley:

mine takes 2hrs 10 min from dead to 100%

awesome price i paid £170, it is very good phone for the price even better 128 at this price there's no phone to compete. go check the XDA forum guys there's a daily cm13 ROM over there finger print sensor just got fixed some days ago, i think the only thing that doesn't work is the ir blaster. :smiley:

Top deal, voted HOT! I'll tell you what, word is getting round about these incredibly cheap, top class Chinese phones! My daughter-in-law, fed up with Apple charging you way over the odds and then having the audacity to tell you what you can't do with their over-priced gear, on my recommendation bought a 2GB/16GG ROM Redmi Note 3 PRO and all of a sudden 3 of her family have also purchased the exact same phone. They are taking off and that can only be a good thing for UK consumers ripped off for years by the mainstream smartphone manufacturers!

One question im still not certain off is the charging side of things...

Regarding quick charge.. It looks like the processor is able to, but xiaomi have decided not to include it!?

Anyone with the phone let me know just how long it takes to charge the phone?

Paid $199 for it afew days ago on another deal posted afew days ago :disappointed:.

Oh well, still a bargain.

​do you have a link?

Thats the seller i got mine from, he has great communications

Gets straight back to you if you send him a message

Got it really well delivered in 8 days with good cushioned packaging

Dreami were excellent
Factory sealed box as requested
Free Case and Screen Protector included
Took just 12 days to arrive, from order to delivery
Marked up as a $42.00 MP3 Player, no tax to pay
Got this MOFI case for mine Link Superb!

​thanks very much .

Amazing phone. I have it. Beautiful like Apple and functionality like Android

Its fast, i have the 16gb/ 2gb ram pro version which i bought for my daughter to replace her moto G. I scored 78000 Antutu score out of the box with the "lesser" version. That was within 500 of my friends I-phone 6 and 10000 more than my S5 plus.

Its as fast and slick as a S6 all for just over £100

I added a 64gb card to the SD slot for £10. Also bought a tempered glass screen protector and case from Ali Express to go with it. The phone came in 8 days, the case 3 weeks.

Screen is responsive and vibrant OS is slick and fast. Camera quality is ok/good but lacks software options for serious picture takers. Its quality is on par with my S5 without the software options. So it isnt "bad" just not for a picture taker specialist.

Seriously looking at getting a Mi5 Pro now. on paper it looks like it should beat a S7, as does this Note 3 pro look like it beats the S6 on paper. Well for once the stats are right. These chinese phones really do compete - I took a chance with this the Note 3 pro and I'm glad I did.


Should have mentioned the battery is a god send to keep the daughter happy, with the heavy usage she does it lasts more than a full day now. I left it charged for a week and it only lost 30% while I fiddled about with it during the week while I waited for the case to show.

I think you get more protection with a Credit Card than with PayPal at least for purchases over £100.

Did you get charged by your bank for paying for this it's the only thing I need to know before buying!

Agree with komi ask seller for sealed box, that's what I did

Then flash 7.3.5 stable yourself or CM13 etc

Hi all,

For those that want it even cheaper 3gb/32gb (China Rom only) - Limited stock $179.99 (£124.00):

http://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Xiaomi-Redmi-note3-Pro-Prime-snapdragon-650-3G-32G-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-5-5-screen-octa/1986585_32636040211.html?aff_platform=data-feeds&sk=JYJQJYByj%3A&cpt=1465132794516&aff_trace_key=f89dc6a3535841a9827b2a235b3104cd-1465132794516-08656-JYJQJYByj

Hope this helps and thanks for looking

Bought + a couple cases and screen
5% Topcashback too

Get an Aqua credit card to avoid Sterling fees (can use abroad with no fees too) - This is what i use and also easy to get as its aimed for poor credit rating customers - Plus card give cash back too

Again true - but always easy to flash etc.

If anyone want the phone sealed (with original china rom) - you can request this during payment in the text box (say please keep item sealed - will be for a gift etc).

Usually a ~3% non-sterling fee with most banks. I thought that was most likely better than PayPal? I just hear PP tend to go by their own 'rates'.

Also just occurred to me that 'International Stock rom' means it's basically opened, flashed and shrink-wrapped. Always a nice effort on the reseller's part but wary about how "stock" the ROM is.. might reflash myself.

Again, speaking from the point of owning an RN2 and being on 3 I've found in comparison to my new UK phone that the signal on the RN2 was far inferior on 3 compared to the new phone. I'm putting it down to the lack of availability of the 800 band. I've been walking over the hills in my local NT property and the old phone had no signal at all yet the new one has strong 4G signal there.

That said I participated actively in the xiaomi.eu forums and updated with their ROMs which seem to be very good. I can't speak for how well supported the RN3 is as I know they had to do a lot of work to be able to install the ROMs due to Xiaomi locking the bootloader and other issues regarding root. Well worth a read on there if you're wanting more info on that front.

I have the Note 2 which I got to replace the Moto G v1. Completely different universe!

Hi guys can you pay by Paypal and if not will a UK visa debit work does the bank charge for buying from abroad?

I didnt buy an original battery. LG wanted 25 notes for one so I passed on that.

Got this https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/aw/d/B00M6Y405O/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1465129119&sr=8-2&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=Mondpalast+dual+docking+g3

from Amazon. It was 15.99 from a different seller. Batteries are 3k not 2.8k as described.

Its a great device and the batteries are lasting me 24 hours easy.

This Vs Honor 7?

I didn't see a paypal option when I was checking out...but then I wasn't looking for it

Just ordered thanks very much OP.

:smiley:

Fair enough, fair enough, I've been put in my place.

BTW, what's the camera like? :man:

£12 cheaper here if you want it quickly:

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Pro-Prime-4G-LTE-Cell-Phone-Snapdragon-650-Hexa-Core-Fingerprint/32599987629.html

so how are people paying for these? without being charged by the banks for exchanging currency?

All those other manufacturers charging over 500 quid for a handset should be utterly ashamed of themselves. :smirk:

Thanks for the replies guys, I think I'll go for the 2gb version (always want a bargain :smile:)

Probably be OK but Chrome can use a ridonculous amount of memory on certain webpages. Also, for whatever reason Android has become a plump memory fairy since 4.x - likely the material UI glitter, UI rendering at higher resolutions and as with everything, more features. Still, 2GB should be OK as long as the app footprint is kept low.

I've gone for the 3GB myself but then again I tend to lightly multitask and inquisitively load up games here and there.

There's been a lot of debate on here in regards to the differences between the 2gb vs 3gb models. The short answer is, the difference is unnoticeable! Apart from quicker boot, everything else is practically identical!

The best way to see it...

If you want to spend £130, get the 3GB model!
If you want an absolute bargain for £100, get the 2GB model!

just checked and the 2gb version is going for
£103.33 ($149.99)
http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Original-xiaomi-Redmi-note3-snapdragon-650-4000mAh-13ML-1080P-3G-32G-5-5-screen-octa-core/32622877163.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.10.D7gnTb&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_2_10017_507_401,searchweb201603_1&btsid=38d3f3d2-ea68-4767-b625-9fafbdfee6dc
for a very light user (mainly for my dad, using whatsapp and internet browsing, wont be playing an games) will the 2gb version have any slowdown compared to the 3gb version?
seems like a great phone for £100

​No marshmallow for it is currently in beta

Thanks Op for posting this deal, really been looking to get this phone, I dont have a credit card (will do soon) how can I purchase this without being charged by my bank to change currency?
also has anyone got a link for the 2gb version, wonder how cheap thats gone now

I see the comment above regarding banking apps. I also use a few apps including a bank app which doesnt work with root. can this be resolved? or removed? on this phone so all apps will work without issue?

Purchased this phone at £184.99 recently in a EU "warehouse". £128 is very hot. Jealous. :confused:

Totally unreliable that's why its been posted

And the 900 reviews are all lies

Waits for the next person to ask 'what's the camera like'

No offence intended

How reliable is this site/seller? I've bought from Chinese stores before with no issues but never dealt with aliexpress

i will be all over this deal if it complies with all uk 4g bands, i dont know why xiaomi does not make there phones more compatible with world market

​have you got a guide mate

thanks for this mate

It's the bigger one

This is the note 3 with 13mp cam and 5 inch screen looking at the description? Not the note 3pro with 16mp cam and 5.5 inch screen.

I have this phone. The camera is very good but struggles in low light. I installed cameraZOOM on mine from play store. If you increase the exposure, the low light issue goes away. Hope this helps.

I grabbed one from Amazon claimed as original, I think it is as it hasn't posed any problems in the 3 months I've had it.

I ordered from a fulfilled by Amazon order just so that returns are easy. But I didn't have to return as all went well.

Try Amazon :smiley:

​may i know where did you buy the battery for G3. i am facing the same problem and original battery is no where near to be found. tired of buying battery claimed as original. cheers

Cheers. I've deleted the wrong review. Might get this one to replace my Moto G (1st Gen)

also. I used to have the MI3 and I got this after cracking the screen on that (couldn't wait for a replacement screen so thought I'd upgrade). At first it was pretty buggy with the stock rom which came bootlocked and wouldn't update (seems to be an issue with 3rd party sellers installing their own Roms), but now I've updated to the latest stable rom from xiaomi.eu it's fantastic. Fingerprint reader is a bit hit and miss but other than that I can't knock it.

​firmware has been massively improved on the camera since December, the stock locked ROM mine came with sucked for camera quality, the latest (and last miui 7, 8 comes out soon) is miles better

​i recently sorted this today through an awfully difficult process. it involved putting the phone in 'download mode' flashing a fast boot ROM using miflash, then unlocking the bootloader with the official unlock, then I could flash the official global from xiaomi.eu. I think at some point I even had to flash the dev ROM too. it's a pain in the area but doable, there's an Indian guy on YouTube that did two separate videos that explain exactly how to do it, you'll know its his video as the description says about getting past 50% by turning off all the lock screen/fingerprint stuff (doesnt work) but then links you to another video that accompanies that one to do before it.

best of luck, I managed it after tearing my hair out but it runs 10x better than the ROM that came on it (which wouldn't update)

Does it blend?

Every little helps: http://sale.aliexpress.com/__pc/savemoreontheapppc022016.htm?spm=a2g01.7877950.h58309b.3.IzfxNc

Quite an old review and is based on the old Medtek CPU, they have improve the quality alot now and also running on a better processor to help

whats the camera like?

​Yeah, I have the Xiaomi Mi5 case that's the same as this, I dropped my phone when I was out clubbing, (on concrete) it damaged the side of the case but the phone didn't get a single mark on it. So it did it's job and it wasn't expensive.

Defo 3gb/32gb Rom

I'm a regular buyer on Ali Express - never had custom charged to Manchester - they always mark up as gift etc, some may send to an EU depot first then send to you (Gearbest do this alot, most sellers work in a simular way). Ali express have a 60 guarantee - plus this can be extended if there is any disputes etc. Also you protected if you pay by credit card if things go lost.

Good - loads of reviews too

Have this phone, its amazing!

800MHz (Band 20) missing on this phone.

1800MHz (Band 3)
2100MHz (Band 1)
2600MHz (Band 7)

Most other networks use more than one frequency.

http://www.4g.co.uk/4g-frequencies-uk-need-know/

No o2/vodafone not working on 4g

EE confirmed as working

will any version of this phone work with 4g on o2 seen some conflicting answers

Same thing was happening with my G3.

Cured by new battery and factory reset. Feels like a new phone now. No more crashes either.

There would be extra for customs with this seller?.
Maybe also postage as well within the UK?. Can anyone comment pls. Thanks

I unofficially unlocked, i actually got an official unlock code but keep getting the 50% error

Just make sure you back up efs before you flash the CM13 rom

If you need to flash again restore in fastboot

what's the camera like?

Which bank? Natwest and Santander work well with root.
My concern is if I need to flash it over and over again after flashing CM.

Can I install cyanogen on it and then remove root and keep CM working? For banking and work apps that won't work with root?

And I don't want to use root cloaker, it doesn't work very well with all apps.

Is this one definitely with 3GB RAM and 32GB ROM? Because one of the pictures in the description is this

http://g02.a.alicdn.com/kf/HTB1fwm9LpXXXXXkXXXXq6xXFXXXw/200132813/HTB1fwm9LpXXXXXkXXXXq6xXFXXXw.jpg?size=106939&height=483&width=717&hash=d06935ffc7c2ff95f7b54cd02ce9bdf1

4000mAh battery
32gb storage
SD card slot

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My case arrived damaged, just taken this now to open a dispute (its a great case otherwise)

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Im finding my G2 crashes frequently and the battery drains fast. So looking for a cheap replacement, something with a good camera and storage.

For the chap asking about the comparison with the LG G2 - I upgraded from a G2 to this and have no regrets; other than the form factor of the G2, which I prefer to any other phone I've tried....this Note 3 is superior in every way. (My G2 was on cyanogenmod 13 too)

The case I am using: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-3-Case-Original-ipaky-Brand-TPU-PC-Protective-Case-Back-Cover-With-Frame/32562284358.html

Tempered glass i am using: http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Xiaomi-redmi-note-2-Screen-Protector-Tempered-glass-Film-9H-2-5D-Explosion-Proof-Toughened-Glass/32443672466.html

How does the camera on this compare to the LG g3?

If you factory reset this phone will the Google playstore disappear and loads of chinese apps appear?

Hot but I prefer the smaller form of the redmi 3/pro

I see, I have always just let aliexpress convert to £ and paid that way, I didn't realise there was a cheaper way of buying :smiley:

Yes probably with kernel auditor

do you need to? its a beast lol

What's the camera quality like in this, pics and video?

Do you know if you can Overclock the processor with this ROM ?

Standard packaging - Gold = US $185.99

I pay by my master card with no International fees (and very competitive)

I'm seeing price of £131.09 ?

no :disappointed:

LG G2 is quite dated now in terms of spec but still a good phone. This has alot more speed Antutu scores around 77-80k and games run super sooth. the best thing is the GPS - it connects nearly instantly


the Snapdragon 615 is ok but similar to the snapdragon 800. This is a big leap in performance and yet has SD slot for sim or Dual Sim etc. the 4000 mAh battery helps alot, after a day i have aroun 63% remaining so should easily do most for 2 days use.

The UI is goo, no bloat (no china stuff on too). All simple and easy to use. Sim i put the Global Int rom on i have had 4 updates. The MIUI community is big and constanly being improved. for the money its bank for buck.

I move from my OnePlus One to this. Love the One plus and use this as a backup now (64gb Version). I've added in a 128GB SD card in mine and use it mainly to watch catch-up series or films. Sound quality is good, and use this phone with the Xiaome Pistons 3 and the Dual drivers ones

does this have nfc....

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It might be for you....

There is 2 versions of this. One has Mediatek chipset the other has snapdragon.

Read that the Mediatek version only uses the o2 frequency for 4g. That might be wrong as my Note 2 uses both 3 and o2. Not read up on the other version though.

how does this phone compare to an LG G2?

Extravagantly marvelous.

Probably where it'll always remain

Surprised it's still stuck on Android 5

most splendid.

hot

Up and down like a yoyo on ali was £127 for about 10 minutes last week back to £131 now.

How does this compare to moto x play?

Best price so far.

great phone just ordered my second one for a lot more than this so great find!

Hope this helps:

Screen protector Tempered Glass $0.77 (53p) :

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Tempered-Glass-Screen-Protector-Film-Phone-Cases-For-Xiaomi-Redmi-2-Redmi-3-Note-2-Note/32667766858.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.1.956JuK&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_3_10037_10017_507_10033_10032_401,searchweb201603_2&btsid=12143491-767c-4e13-bb02-a21241c9058e

Case $0.94 (65p):

http://www.aliexpress.com/item/New-arrival-Ultra-thin-slim-soft-TPU-Case-for-Xiaomi-Redmi-NOTE-3-Note3-5-5/32649479094.html?spm=2114.30010308.3.1.AOlzhk&ws_ab_test=searchweb201556_0,searchweb201602_3_10037_10017_507_10033_10032_401,searchweb201603_2&btsid=7a1a27e4-8c12-41ab-9552-712f94b889b4