I must be really poor......I'm using a 3 year old Doogee X4 that cost £40!

More chance of that happening with the NSA and GCHQ.

nope, but Google it on here, plenty of deals and links to read and get a view on.

Do you have links for the Redmi 4 Prime international version (Band 20) please?

Couple of weeks is pretty normal. I'd order this 32gb global version, £82.55 with warranty.
https://m.aliexpress.com/item/32807281064.html

Order via quidco or use the aliexpress app and the $100 coupons

How long does it take to be delivered?

I know but what i'm saying is MY global version from ali was sealed

That's the Note 4, not the Redmi 4A.

https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Global-Version-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-4-Mobile-Phone-3GB-RAM-32GB-ROM-Snapdragon-625-Octa-Core/2178148_32795263337.html?aff_platform=aaf&cpt=1493278142228&sk=Y7bAZbY&aff_trace_key=0e39ab94b58741b39a526d990b4192d5-1493278142228-00758-Y7bAZbY

I got this and it was defo sealed

This is the 32gb global version with band 20.
There is also coupons off if you use the aliexpress app, $8 off, it was anyway, might be a better bet than quidco which may or may not come through..

has anyone elses order got closed even though payment had gone through?

I've bitten the bullet and gone for the 32gb, thanks for the help guys.

I'm fairly certain it will be sealed and have B20. I think that they updated a listing that was previously for the China Version but forgot to change that part or else copied and pasted that section without realising. This link is their 16GB Global Version. In the description, the table is not the same as the other and instead uses the proper name "Global Version" rather than "International". The listing is advertised as "Global Version" in title and has it tagged in blue over the image, which the table says it should. The 32GB listing has the same tagging and title. So either both the image and title are incorrect or just the FAQ.

That's what i thought but if you read the FAQ on the listing it says opened and global ROM installed so it contradicts the global version statement on the picture, we have to assume that it's been opened and it's the global ROM, if it arrives sealed with b20 then that's a bonus.:wink:

Dreami's listings for China version with Global ROM are for 16GB only. Their 32GB listings like the one you have linked in comment #62 are all Global Version and have B20.

Thanks, unless i can find a good price on a 32gb global version i will go for the global ROM one for about £72 from dreami

Yeah you can reflash the official ROM easily enough. It may require unlocking the bootloader first though. Download page here for official Global ROM. This will only be an issue/worry if you were to get the Chinese version though since it's only that which will have been opened by the seller. The 'Global Version' however, will be sealed and already pre-installed with the official Global ROM.

Thanks, i understand all that , my question is if your worried about a hacked ROM being installed by the seller when it arrives could we install the global ROM direct from xiaomi ourselves so it's definitely clean.

Check comments #6 and #19. If it says 'Global Version' in the title and over the primary image it's the B20 model. On the table of differences it's called "International Version" but Xiaomi label it as 'Global Version' on the box. The ones that have "Global ROM OTA Update" over the primary image, and also say only "original" in the title, rather than "original Global", are on the table of differences as "Chinese Version". They are flashed with Global ROM by the seller because Chinese non B20 model is pre-installed with China ROM, hence why it says 'opened box' on the table.

Could the ROM be replaced ie the global version from xiaomi

At the bottom it lists the LTE bands supported, and 20 isn't there. If you need it for 4G, this phone isn't for you. Also it states that its 'open box'. I suspect this means it has been opened so the seller can install the global rom. This is a decent seller, so it wouldn't be a problem for me. I'd still opt for this, as double storage for a tenner or so would be the better option for me.

whats the camera like, the wife's s5 has massive crack on her screen and a few other issues so was looking at this for her the main thing she wants is good camera

32gb also looks like non band 20 after a second look, very confusing

The 32gb version in the link says its the "Original Global Version" but then goes on to explain the differences between the china version and the international version. Does not say what bands that the "Original Global Version" includes.

I'd go for the 32gb, for the difference in price.

Although a good deal would the 2gb and 32gb be a better deal from same supplier at £78.58 before quidco. Only available for the next 20hrs
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Dreami-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-4A-Snapdragon-425-2GB-RAM-32GB-ROM-Quad-Core-5-0-Inch/32796163200.html

how do you know if you've got the 8% Quidco cash back? I've ordered the phone so is it after payment has been confirmed by Ali express? also is it okay I'm using one email for quidco and one for Ali express

http://m.gadgets.ndtv.com/xiaomi-redmi-4a-3871-vs-motorola-moto-g-gen-2-lte-2242

A step up yes. I'd personally pay more for the global version though but it's your call.

Xiaomi use their own scratch resistant glass. There are YouTube videos for the Note 4x where the phone is being scratched with keys and the screen stays flawless.

Would this be much of an upgrade from moto g2 ?.

gorilla glass?

Count me in! Doogee Y100X from 2 years ago, cost about £50 I think. Still going strong, but a bit crap on photos, which is really my main priority for a mobile these days. Maybe time for an upgrade. lol

When dealing with AliExpress, IMHO it is more important to chose your seller. All the sellers load a new ROM for international sales, and this is one of the reasons you should buy from a reputable seller. Remember, AliExpress is more like buying from Ebay than Amazon. With regard to the current offer linked here, the seller is Dreami, which is a reputable seller.

Yeah I tried and bricked it. That's when I found out that the P9 was perhaps the only phone that didn't have custom roms written for it.

think it'd be a bit of a downgrade. slower processor and worse camera. battery life would amaze you though.

I've gone from a g2 to a Moto x play to a redmi note 3 se. i think if you want something comparable take a look at either the redmi 4 prime or a Redmi note 3 or 4. all probably have worse cameras. all slightly slower chipsets but don't think day to day you'd notice. all would have better battery life and get updates for a time, the 4 more than the 3. go for 3gb versions as you'll find miui uses more ram than other ROMs

Rooting is just rooting. You need to install a new rom.

If your going to buy a cheap Chinese phone it's probably worth checking on line reviews just to see if the phone has hidden malware. My 1st phone was a Cubot P9. Great cheap phone until hidden malware activated and Chinese pop up adverts completely took over the phone.Rooting had no effect.

Was referring to the Xiaomi,

The xiaomi or the doogee? I only had the doogee, was very good for the price but a poor camera. Shame as a camera is the only real thing I use my phone for other than calls/texts! I have a sony Z5C now.

Would you rate this over the Lg g2? I have one and was wondering if this would be an upgrade.

How long the delivery time from aliexpress ? Aliexpress or Gearbest for faster delivery ?

My oh used my doogee til it died, but it was abused!

Just received this hanset on Friday, I purchased this for my mother who wanted to play Pokemon Go. Originally I had given her my old LG G2 (Game loads, but GPS is useless), then I purchased 2 (reasonably cheap) handsets found on HotUKDeals, the Leagoo M8 (Game loads, but GPS is useless) and the BluBoo Dual (Game loads, but GPS is useless), however I am very pleased to report that no only is this handset perfect for Pokemon Go, but its it bloody marvelous in build quality and performance for the money. My family are all very impressed with this handset.

Lies, Lies, Lies, as everybody knows, the Chinese phones are pretend, and fall to pieces as soon as you open the box you should have spent several hundreds on a fruit based phone, or a samsung.
:stuck_out_tongue:
Lol typed on my 2 year old Elephone P8000 that cost under £100 on release date.

Stick to comments on the deal please, off topic comments removed.

But, you forget that, just because the eejit claimed his S8 was delivered on Friday, it doesn't mean it actually was. I think he wishes he could afford the phone in this thread and is jealous of all the wealthy people.

Compensating for something else.

Personally I went for the 4 with the snapdragon 625 (not the Helios x20 as its battery life is a lot worse) and 3gb of ram, more expensive at £125 though, having used a 4xx snapdragon before it was just a little sluggish in places (haven't tried the 430 though), plus the 4100 mah battery means the phone lasts 3-4 days fairly easily with my usage, much better than the s6 etc I have had before. Good price all the same for a good phone that will do a lot better than similarly priced phones.

Very well explained
In summary not everyone uses 4G
It works perfectly fine on UK networks
Well MIUI/Android is good operating system in £65 pounds

How do you remove the warranty? It adds $4.95 to total

Here's the global version

Global Version Xiaomi Redmi 4A 2GB RAM 32GB ROM Cellphone Snapdragon 425 Quad Core 5.0" 1280x720p 3120mAh 13.0 MP Band B4 B20
http://s.aliexpress.com/jiYbuA3a
(from AliExpress Android)

Personally i would only buy the official global versions so you know you will get full 4g support and you be sure the software hasn't been tampered with.

A handle?

Hi.
Seems a good deal.
Can you tell me if there is an import duty on these phones?

For those querying over the OP's Phone Deal compatibility with the UK, etc etc.

The OP's Deal is for the 'Original', yes, it will work in the UK (but you'll NOT get the Band 20, that some 4G Networks require, that's all?).

The 'Global' version of this same Phone will also work in this Country, but is comparable with everything! (as it DOES support Band 20, that all the UK 4G Networks support!).

So the Global version preferable to that of the Original, or whatever?.

But that's a minor really?, as not everyone is requiring a 4G-Enabled anything in the first place? + a lot of UK Networks are able to function plenty well enough without the Band 20 inclusion regardless?, so ..... )

It all comes down to personal preference. :-)

Generally not provided you choose standard shipping.

really confused now... so which link has the one with global, play and Band 20??? thanks

I must be really poor......I'm using a 3 year old Doogee X4 that cost £40!

Don't forget quidco 8% cashback

Your Deal link above.

Is dead!, or maybe it's just me? (I'm linking it from my Phone ... )

Bargain in £65
Quidco tracked cashback for me £5.79

Great if you want your conversations spied on by Chinese spooks through the snapdragon jellybean ice-cream sandwich listening device.

So I need to get one with 'Global' in the title? Like the link in this thread to the 2Gb/32Gb version?[/quote]Like this one? >>Dreami Original Global Version [/quote]Play store is pre-installed support dual SIM

[/quote]So I need to get one with 'Global' in the title? Like the link in this thread to the 2Gb/32Gb version?[/quote]
Like this one? >>Dreami Original Global Version

They're the same in terms of hardware except for B20 support and will both be installed with Global ROM. Table of differences which the seller has in description. China model has China ROM factory pre-installed hence why they need to open the box to install Global ROM themselves. However, 'Global Version' linked in comment #3 will already be factory pre-installed with Global ROM hence sealed box. It isn't essential if you don't need B20 but it might be advisable for peace of mind regarding software.

So I need to get one with 'Global' in the title? Like the link in this thread to the 2Gb/32Gb version?

Better off with the latest Samsung...
(Or so the expert from London will tell us)

Not ordered from AliExpress before. What's the cheapest way to order this to avoid extra charges....

It'll be ready to use out of the box. Although it's probably recommended to reflash it. According to their FAQ, it is Official Global ROM:
However, because they flash it themselves, there's a potential for the seller to add their own apps (adware etc). Some are known to do this but that might be more down to using custom vendor ROMs and mightn't be an issue since it's an Official ROM.

Spec wise looks similar to the Moto G5...

Yes to my knowledge and from my experience

So in simple terms, if I buy this, it's ready to use out of the box & don't have to tinker with software etc etc?

Is this the Global version?

It doesn't say but I presume this is the Chinese version so no Band 20, still a good deal though. The Band 20 version with 32GB storage has been £80 before cashback though.

Band 20/32GB storage for about £10 more:
https://www.aliexpress.com/store/product/Dreami-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-4A-Snapdragon-425-2GB-RAM-32GB-ROM-Quad-Core-5-0-Inch/1986585_32796163200.html

It's a shame the 15% quidco has ended.

Its actually £68 total with cashback