Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 (/pro) [WHYRED][China/Global] ***(Please read first post)***

Invincible

Anyone a link with a recommended screen protector preferably hardened glass type?
TIA

allthedoyles

I bought this one


https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32857636521.html?spm=a2g0s.9042311.0.0.42db4c4dJYX8PA

b.gud

Anyone had to do a screen replacement for their? My screen got a crack and it's starting to get a bit unresponsive so thinking I probably need to replace the screen. Just wondering is it something I can do myself or am I better off to drop it into someone

funkey_monkey

Slight tangent here. What buyers are recommended for Xiaomi stuff?
I've got a Redmi Note 4 and am now looking to get a Mi Pad 4. The seller I used for the phone (The Solution Shop) is gone now so who is out there that is trusted?

uck51js9zml2yt

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Slight tangent here. What buyers are recommended for Xiaomi stuff?
I've got a Redmi Note 4 and am now looking to get a Mi Pad 4. The seller I used for the phone (The Solution Shop) is gone now so who is out there that is trusted?

Honorbuy. are faultless

jgbyr

Annalise Future Tent wrote: »

Honorbuy. are faultless

Would agree. No issues with the phones I've purchased. Fast delivery.

biebiebie

Amazon .de .es etc if warranty/ Customer service is paramount

Basq

Damnit.. the latest AIB Internet Banking app is detecting my Redmi Note 5 as rooted, and won't let me use the app - that's frustrating!

corkie

Basq wrote: »

Damnit.. the latest AIB Internet Banking app is detecting my Redmi Note 5 as rooted, and won't let me use the app - that's frustrating!

If using Magisk for root (shouldn't be using anything else), use the Hide function on the app. Or if possible with your rom, use a non root second device account.

AIB app still functions for me on an Oreo rom.

Just double checked and not working anymore.

Second account still working for me.

Basq

Sorry, should have mentioned..

.. I don't even have it rooted. That's why it's annoying..

EDIT: lots of people with same issue too on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ireland/comments/d3m70u/aib_app_saying_device_is_rooted_even_when_its_not

funkey_monkey

Thanks for the replies.

Honorbuy have it here for €223:
https://www.honorbuy.com/1469-xiaomi-mi-pad-4-64gb-tablet-black.html

Geekbuying have it here with a Global ROM for €198:
https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiaomi-Mi-Pad-4-WiFi-Tablet-PC-4GB-64GB-Black-399473.html?admitad_uid=55e76b1892df840bba076b8ebf289b5a&utm_source=admitad&utm_content=329643


Sunsky have it even cheaper (€181) but I don't like the look of their website TBH.


Is there a difference in the ROMs between these two devices? It looks as if the HonorBuy item does not have the Global ROM - yet it states it supports English.
I don't know enough to figure out which is the better option.

Is there anything in these links that should persuade me to opt for one over the other?

ImARebel

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Thanks for the replies.

Honorbuy have it here for €223:
https://www.honorbuy.com/1469-xiaomi-mi-pad-4-64gb-tablet-black.html

Geekbuying have it here with a Global ROM for €198:
https://www.geekbuying.com/item/Xiaomi-Mi-Pad-4-WiFi-Tablet-PC-4GB-64GB-Black-399473.html?admitad_uid=55e76b1892df840bba076b8ebf289b5a&utm_source=admitad&utm_content=329643


Sunsky have it even cheaper (€181) but I don't like the look of their website TBH.


Is there a difference in the ROMs between these two devices? It looks as if the HonorBuy item does not have the Global ROM - yet it states it supports English.
I don't know enough to figure out which is the better option.

Is there anything in these links that should persuade me to opt for one over the other?

I bought the honourbuy one no issues and no work to be done had playstore and everything on it

funkey_monkey

Did it have the Global ROM installed?

bodonnell

@ funky monkey
have bought from sunsky lots of times with no issues

funkey_monkey

This is the sunsky one:
https://www.sunsky-online.com/product/default!view.do?subject.itemNo=WMC8973B

Anyone know what the Global ROM is for these aqnd if it is difficult to get and install?

biebiebie

Earlier today I installed MIUI 11 beta via Xiaomi.eu

As smooth as butter, actually I find the animations and transitions are super smooth to the point I feel like I have a new phone (or maybe a result of a full wipe?!).

No crashes or stutters so far.
Looks very promising indeed!

funkey_monkey

Looking to buy the tablet this week.
Should I opt for Honorbuy version ahead of the others?

biebiebie

Tablet?
Anyhow yes HonorBuy of you don't want any hassle/stress.
Bit expensive for delivery, but at least you'll get it, and fast too.

biebiebie

Here my current MIUI 11 battery stats for anyone who's interested. I'm using 2 SIMs btw.

Last charged: 1d 5h 33m
Current charge: 3%
Screen on time: 8h 22m

Mixed usage on both WiFi and 4g data.
I purposely stayed away from gaming.
So browsing, reading news, some YouTube, messaging etc.
Bluetooth to amazfit bip, wireless earphones and car.

Not bad, I'm impressed

funkey_monkey

biebiebie wrote: »

Tablet?
Anyhow yes HonorBuy of you don't want any hassle/stress.
Bit expensive for delivery, but at least you'll get it, and fast too.

Xiaomi Mi Pad 4 - links on previous page.

Banggood now the cheapest (€180 - or an additional €15 for the LTE version).
https://www.kimovil.com/en/where-to-buy-xiaomi-mi-pad-4-wi-fi-4gb-64gb


Edit: I've just been reading up on Banggood - they seem to be a decent seller. Can purchase through Paypal for additional protection.
Hase anyone here got an opinion on them?

biebiebie

Never had a problem with banggood or gearbest.
However I've only ever purchased small inexpensive items. With PayPal you're usually safe enough. Just be cautious about customs.

funkey_monkey

Bought from Banggood. Took the customs ins for €4. Was a lot cheaper than the others and paid via PayPal.

Invincible

biebiebie wrote: »

Here my current MIUI 11 battery stats for anyone who's interested. I'm using 2 SIMs btw.

Last charged: 1d 5h 33m
Current charge: 3%
Screen on time: 8h 22m

Mixed usage on both WiFi and 4g data.
I purposely stayed away from gaming.
So browsing, reading news, some YouTube, messaging etc.
Bluetooth to amazfit bip, wireless earphones and car.

Not bad, I'm impressed

Great battery performance, wouldn't let it run that low too often, some recommend not depleting below 20% and not charging above 85% to preserve battery life.

biebiebie

Yeah agreed I usually don't run it so low.
This was really a test to get an indication of what MIUI 11 could offer in terms of battery life.
Also I remember reading that it's supposed to be good to run it very low every so often (maybe once a month?)

I've had this phone about 1.5 years now and battery life hasn't really degraded over the course of ownership, which is impressive (especially as I push mine hard gaming!)

Invincible

biebiebie wrote: »

Yeah agreed I usually don't run it so low.
This was really a test to get an indication of what MIUI 11 could offer in terms of battery life.
Also I remember reading that it's supposed to be good to run it very low every so often (maybe once a month?)

I've had this phone about 1.5 years now and battery life hasn't really degraded over the course of ownership, which is impressive (especially as I push mine hard gaming!)

I've had a G4+ in use about 2.5 yrs and have noticed since June battery depletes much faster, put this down to leaving on too long, charging to full capacity.
Waiting on case with screen protector to arrive from Ali to put the Note 5 into operation ðŸ˜႒

popsy09

Looking to upgrade the note 7 pro for Xmas what's the best model to buy now and from where ? I ordered the note 7 online from honourbuy had no issues is that still the same .thanks

biebiebie

Yes HonorBuy still the same

funkey_monkey

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Bought from Banggood. Took the customs ins for €4. Was a lot cheaper than the others and paid via PayPal.

Still waiting for it to be shipped. Noted for shipping tomorrow. Seems a bit slow - is that normal or is it something to worry about?

biebiebie

No hopefully shouldn't be.
Once shipped you'll have it quick enough. Possibly Friday or Monday

dinneenp

Hi,

Want to get a new mobile for my wife for Xmas. She currently has the Redmi Note 3 (I think, I have the 5).
For up to €200 is the Note 7 the best buy? For about €150 what would be best?
Main use- browsing internet.

Thanks,
Pa.

funkey_monkey

biebiebie wrote: »

No hopefully shouldn't be.
Once shipped you'll have it quick enough. Possibly Friday or Monday

No problems with shipments out of HK at the minute?

funkey_monkey

Contacted BangGood this morning and there seems to be a problem with the order. Awaiting email response.

Also, is there any VAT on these items? I thought there was, but the invoice does not define any.

popsy09

Anyone get their hands on the 9t pro yet ?? Thinking of getting one the specs looks good compared to S10 galaxy anyway

b.gud

popsy09 wrote: »

Anyone get their hands on the 9t pro yet ?? Thinking of getting one the specs looks good compared to S10 galaxy anyway

It has it's own thread here someone there may be better placed to let you know their thoughts on it

funkey_monkey

funkey_monkey wrote: »

Contacted BangGood this morning and there seems to be a problem with the order. Awaiting email response.

Also, is there any VAT on these items? I thought there was, but the invoice does not define any.

Well turns out they couldn't deliver by my selected shipping method. They wanted to alter it to another type with the same cost. Didn't inform me of this and waited until I queried the lack of movement on the order.
Not sure why they didn't just send it by the other method instead of wasting 2 weeks.
Still not been shipped yet though.

clancyoo7

Has anyone been having random shutdown on note 5 on miui global 10.3.2. Just wondering if I need to get a new phone or is it software related

Andy From Sligo

clancyoo7 wrote: »

Has anyone been having random shutdown on note 5 on miui global 10.3.2. Just wondering if I need to get a new phone or is it software related

no, mine hasnt been - try doing a factory reset?

allthedoyles

Have note 5. I want to shoot videos without sound.
I have silenced all audio ,but still it records sound. Anyone know how to do this ?

James__10

Ordered the redmi note 8 pro on eBay taught it was coming from Holland but its coming from hong Kong the phone isn't the 'international version'

Will i have any problems using this in Ireland?

Fann Linn

James__10 wrote: »

Ordered the redmi note 8 pro on eBay taught it was coming from Holland but its coming from hong Kong the phone isn't the 'international version'

Will i have any problems using this in Ireland?

Will customs grab you for duties, vat etc?

Fann Linn

James__10 wrote: »

Ordered the redmi note 8 pro on eBay taught it was coming from Holland but its coming from hong Kong the phone isn't the 'international version'

Will i have any problems using this in Ireland?

Will customs grab you for duties, vat etc?

2forjoy

I think band 20 is the important asset to this phone if it is the international version

James__10

2forjoy wrote: »

I think band 20 is the important asset to this phone if it is the international version

What does this mean exactly?

crasy dash

James__10 wrote: »

What does this mean exactly?

I think Band 20 refers to what what frequency most networks use for 4g coverage in ireland

James__10

crasy dash wrote: »

I think Band 20 refers to what what frequency most networks use for 4g coverage in ireland

So I won’t be able to browse the internet via my mobile data provider? The only way I’ll be able to use internet is via WiFi?

crasy dash

James__10 wrote: »

So I won’t be able to browse the internet via my mobile data provider? The only way I’ll be able to use internet is via WiFi?

No just possibly no 4g post a link to the phone you bought and we can find out what you ordered

James__10

crasy dash wrote: »

No just possibly no 4g post a link to the phone you bought and we can find out what you ordered

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.ie%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F223701210600

crasy dash

James__10 wrote: »

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.ie%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F223701210600

Well according to the product detail provided in the link provided
4G Network 2340 x 1080 850MHZ
2340 x 1080 900MHZ
2340 x 1080 1700MHZ
2340 x 1080 1800MHZ
2340 x 1080 2100MHZ
2340 x 1080 2300MHZ
2340 x 1080 2600MHZ
2340 x 1080 700MHZ
2340 x 1080 (B20) 800MHZ
2340 x 1080 1900MHZ

All those frequency are supported so it should work fine on the networks here if your in doubt just message the seller and see what they say to what version of the note you ordered

Andy From Sligo

James__10 wrote: »

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.ie%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F223701210600

says 3g and 4g in the description

EuskalHerria

James__10 wrote: »

Ordered the redmi note 8 pro on eBay taught it was coming from Holland but its coming from hong Kong the phone isn't the 'international version'

Will i have any problems using this in Ireland?

Depends on the network. I have the Chinese version of the Note 8 Pro.

Cannot connect to 4G with Eir's network if your outside of Dublin. They use Band 20. You can get 4G on three or any network using 3's network. Other than that and no Google pay, no issues using in Ireland.