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

Bobby_D

Has anyone bit the bullet on this yet?

These guys have the 4+64gb black global ver. listed if anyone has ever used the website?

https://www.eudirect.shop/product/xiaomi-redmi-note-5/

The link says redmi 5 but it looks to be the 5 pro to me. They have front camera listed as 5mp though???

GBX

I havent used them before. But they are pricey! €272 inc delivery. I'd be wary of shops saying they have stock at the minute - thats just me. If you are not in a hurry, i'd wait it out a bit. I reckon the price will drop and it will be available in the likes of Honorbuy / Hongkong Goldway.

corkie

Bobby_D wrote: »

Has anyone bit the bullet on this yet?

These guys have the 4+64gb black global ver. listed if anyone has ever used the website?

https://www.eudirect.shop/product/xiaomi-redmi-note-5/

The link says redmi 5 but it looks to be the 5 pro to me. They have front camera listed as 5mp though???

Check the comments of the link: -

EuDirect

We currently only have the Chinese version which comes with global multilanguage ROM with Google Play store installed. Global version will be available later this month.

Also expensive at €255 + €17 Shipping.

Bobby_D

Ah i've waited this long i suppose i'll just wait it out.
The battery on my galaxy S6 is really poor at the moment so i'm going to order as soon as i see a reliable shop with it in stock.

Thanks for the replies anyway I didnt bother to read the comments on the link. And thanks for all the info in general Corkie (y)

Bobby_D

Bobby_D wrote: »

Ah i've waited this long i suppose i'll just wait it out.
The battery on my galaxy S6 is really poor at the moment so i'm going to order as soon as i see a reliable shop with it in stock.

Thanks for the replies anyway I didnt bother to read the comments on the link. And thanks for all the info in general Corkie (y)

looked further into the comments and found this.


Guest
Lucy1 day 23 hours ago
Hi,
Is global version available now?

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Support
EuDirect1 day 23 hours ago
Yes, global version is available.

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EM1 day 20 hours ago
Hello, is OFFICIAL global version with B20 band ?

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Support
EuDirect1 day 20 hours ago
Yes.

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banie01

Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.

Dear Valued Customer



Thank you for your recent order at Gearbest.com.

Unfortunately, we regret to inform you that due to an issue with the suppliers, we can not ship your order out as items are unavailable now. We are taking measures to ensure that this issue does not happen again.

So I just went back to Gearbest and whilst my order is cancelled they have jacked up their price by @10%;

fixXxer

gearbest at their tricks and japes again

GBX

corkie wrote: »

Price increase of Redmi Note 5 Pro in India!

https://twitter.com/XiaomiIndia/status/990871304634068993

Hopefully it doesn't have an effect on the China/Global Variations.
I was hoping for prices to stabilize and possibly drop, not rise.

banie01 wrote: »

Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.

Dear Valued Customer
Thank you for your recent order at Gearbest.com.

Unfortunately, we regret to inform you that due to an issue with the suppliers, we can not ship your order out as items are unavailable now. We are taking measures to ensure that this issue does not happen again.

So I just went back to Gearbest and whilst my order is cancelled they have jacked up their price by @10%;

There was a price increase so I would imagine others will put their prices up also.
Not ideal them cancelling it especially if you are waiting on this phone. Cancelling a preorder is bad form but I guess that's how GB do business.

Im holding off ordering for a bit as I don't trust anybody showing "in stock" just yet.

corkie

banie01 wrote: »

Just received an email notification from Gearbest that my Pre-Order for the RN5 has been cancelled due to supplier issue.
Oh well, off to find the Kid a different handset as I am under time pressure on this one.

Looks like they have done it to others as well.

fixxxer wrote: »

gearbest at their tricks and japes again

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Xiaomi phones to be sold in Three stores in UK, Italy, and other European markets

The Beijing-based firm today announced that it has partnered with CK Hutchinson to bring Xiaomi products to Three Group Europe stores in Austria, Denmark, Italy, Ireland, Sweden, and the U.K.

The question is will the devices be locked to the Three Network, if you decide to purchase through that method!

BRIEF-CK Hutchison Holdings Forms Global Strategic Alliance With Xiaomi

honda boi

Seen goldway has the global version .
Should be in stock shouldn't it
Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns

banie01

honda boi wrote: »

Seen goldway has the global version .
Should be in stock shouldn't it
Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns

When you go to order from Goldway it gives a ship time of 30days even for the DHL option

corkie

honda boi wrote: »

Seen goldway has the global version .
Should be in stock shouldn't it
Global Version Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Mobile Phone Snapdragon 636 Octa Core 5.99" 18:9 Full Screen Dual Camera
http://s.aliexpress.com/EZzANjim?fromSns

banie01 wrote: »

When you go to order from Goldway it gives a ship time of 30days even for the DHL option

Note on the page for 4/64gb: -

Good News:

Redmi Note 5 64GB Global Version with Original EU Charger.
Real In Stock Now. Fast Shipping

They probably haven't updated the shipping Information since place holder listings.

Also the price has dropped from

4/64gb - Standard with case - €215.87 + €21.59 DHL shipping.

to

4/64gb - Standard with case - €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.

3/32gb - Standard with case - is also down to € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping, from €186.81 + €21.59 DHL shipping.

Someone should fire off a message to the seller before ordering to clarify shipping times.

gerrybbadd

Xiaomi have partnered with Three to launch their devices throughout Europe

https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-phones-three-uk-italy-europe-861583/

Ireland is specifically mentioned

Bahanaman

gerrybbadd wrote: »

Xiaomi have partnered with Three to launch their devices throughout Europe

https://www.androidauthority.com/xiaomi-phones-three-uk-italy-europe-861583/

Ireland is specifically mentioned

Hope that doesn't drive up the prices!

rizzee

Of course it will drive up the prices...They can't keep prices the same as Asian websites then Samsung/iPhone sales will go down in Ireland. I'd expect a 100 euro premium added on (a Mi A1 would be 250, for example - i know the A2 will be around then, possibly even the A3 if it's next year). That's my opinion on it.

What's to stop people buying Global versions online for cheaper anyway?

gerrybbadd

Ya, knowing Three, they will add their own premium to the cost. And likely have the handsets locked down to their network as well

I suppose one plus is, guaranteed Band 20 support for the handsets, removing that question from the equation

rizzee

You're right. Less time waiting around for the global device online. But still... i'd wait the few weeks or so if saving €€... at least you can check out what the phones are like in the shop then anyway!

gerrybbadd

rizzee wrote: »

You're right. Less time waiting around for the global device online. But still... i'd wait the few weeks or so if saving €€... at least you can check out what the phones are like in the shop then anyway!

I'm an absolute disaster when it comes to gadgets though. If i had it in my hands, there and then, i'd get too excited and buy the damn thing there and then!

corkie

gerrybbadd wrote: »

Ya, knowing Three, they will add their own premium to the cost. And likely have the handsets locked down to their network as well

I suppose one plus is, guaranteed Band 20 support for the handsets, removing that question from the equation

Do three Ireland still sell sim locked phones?


Three UK don't do it since 2014! : - http://www.three.co.uk/hub/what-is-an-unlocked-phone/

I asked the same question in the main Chinese Android Thread.

To make sure of Band 20 when ordering you just have to check the specs. Must online stores have clearly marked there devices as Global Variation.
(Not to be mistaken with Global Rom flashed on a Chinese version.)


Edit: -

May the 4th be with you!

corkie

Honorbuy have pre-order listings with prices!


Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Black
€207.49 [Compared to Goldway €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.]


Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Gold
€182.59 [Goldway € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping]


Plus €15 for EU shipping.

Note:

-This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.

-Pre order & Get Free Gift: 1 x Tempered film

Good prices compared to Goldway!


Edit: -

May the 4th be with you!

south

corkie wrote: »

Honorbuy have pre-order listings with prices!


Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 4GB RAM 64GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Black
€207.49 [Compared to Goldway €203.32 + €22.03 DHL shipping.]


Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 3GB RAM 32GB ROM Official Global Version Smartphone Gold
€182.59 [Goldway € 177.91 + €22.03 DHL shipping]


Plus €15 for EU shipping.




Good prices compared to Goldway!


Edit: -

May the 4th be with you!

Just bought. Use KIMOVIL for a €5 discount

basill

Any decent cases for these types of phones? Have always spent the money on quality cases for my iphones such as Lifeproof, Otterbox and the usual suspects. Any similar products for these android products. Want it to be drop proof. Going to make the switch as I could really use the dual sim functionality.

looks like the camera is a good improvement over the Note 4. and the snapdragon 636 is all most people would conceivably need.

guy here saying that it's up to S7 level in good light. (not low-light though)
low-light is still not going to be great but that's the way - only the real flagships from Samsung, Apple, LG and Huawei do well in low-light with their better sensors and high-investment in the camera software side and where CPU power does make a difference for video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muGQvPg_kgE&t=463s

no NFC starting to become a bit of a bugbear though as it gets more useful to have it.

irishchris

Any European stock websites of this yet? I tried the link for honorbuy but it says out of stock, no pre-order option? Many thanks for any help

south

irishchris wrote: »

Any European stock websites of this yet? I tried the link for honorbuy but it says out of stock, no pre-order option? Many thanks for any help

.Note:
-This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.

Just add to cart and pay.

NATLOR

south wrote: »

Just add to cart and pay.

The Global versions are OOS so you can't

irishchris

south wrote: »

Just add to cart and pay.

Unfortunately it won't let me as says out of stock :-(

NATLOR

irishchris wrote: »

Unfortunately it won't let me as says out of stock :-(

According to a couple of posters on the Xiaomi Reddit thread Hongkong Goldway are shipping the phone this week.They have it at between €208-€234 (depending on colour) including duty free DHL shipping

https://pt.aliexpress.com/store/product/Global-Version-Original-Xiaomi-Redmi-Note-5-4GB-RAM-64GB-ROM-SmartPhone-Snapdragon-636-Octa-Core/311331_32856462704.html?spm=a2g03.12010612.0.0.615367f1VpS2lw

corkie

New pre-orders are up on Honorbuy! With a price increase!

Note:

-This smartphone is available for pre-order in EU warehouse, orders placed from 8th May will be sent out on around 22rd May 2018.

-Pre order & Get Free Gift: 1 x Tempered film

4gb Now €212.49 + shipping. (was €207.49)
3gb Now €186.99 + shipping. (was €182.59)


I wonder does the KIMOVIL code for €5 off still work as posted in thread.



On another note: -

Xiaomi Redmi Note 5 6GB+64GB Variant Discounted After Mi 6X Launch!

However, this is some interesting news as it indicates that we may soon see the Redmi Note 5 being offered for way less. Even the 4GB RAM version had its price slashed slightly and is now up for 1,259 yuan instead of 1,399 yuan. (~221). Already, the price tag for the 4GB RAM version on GearBest is pretty affordable at $229 while the 3GB RAM version is offered for $199. We hope to see the price come down some more as it is too close to the pricing of the Snapdagon 660-powered Mi 6X.

Prices might also drop for the global version, so wondering if it is worthwhile to wait?

GBX

Looking at the spec differences. The MicroSD card slot is a big draw for me on the Redmi 5. Think I'll hold off on that.

corkie

GBX wrote: »

Looking at the spec differences. The MicroSD card slot is a big draw for me on the Redmi 5. Think I'll hold off on that.

Is that the device your referring to? Seems to use the same SDCard in sim slot as the note. Did you mean Redmi 6?

GBX

Sorry - Redmi Note 5 Pro. Yeah losing a sim slot is not an issue for me. But the ability to have removable storage is a plus.

corkie

Bit the bullet and put through my Order with Honorbuy!


Had shipping price incorrect in my previous posts, it is €22 to Ireland!
It was defaulting to another country!

KIMOVIL coupon €5 off is still valid!

basill

Anyone got any news on when the pre-orders are actually going to ship?

corkie

basill wrote: »

Anyone got any news on when the pre-orders are actually going to ship?

From honorbuy? When did you order?

orders placed from 4th May will be sent out on around 15th May 2018.
orders placed from 8th May will be sent out on around 22rd May 2018.

As quoted in the thread above!

corkie

basill wrote: »

Any decent cases for these types of phones? Have always spent the money on quality cases for my iphones such as Lifeproof, Otterbox and the usual suspects. Any similar products for these android products. Want it to be drop proof. Going to make the switch as I could really use the dual sim functionality.

Just ordered my phone today off honorbuy, plus also placed an order for the case I linked here.


Payed a little extra for shipping on the case so it would not come by slow free post.

south

My order has been shipped! Honourbuy.

banie01

I'm still waiting on my Son's phone to ship...
Unfortunately he ordered Blue and HK Goldway are waiting on Restock, they did offer to swap colours in fairness.

Much better experience than Gearbest.

south

DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.

corkie

south wrote: »

DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.

That is certainly prompt service!




Also see they stop offering the free gift on the 3/32gb version.
Also estimated delivery times are different on the storage/ram versions, because they have 3/32gb in stock, where the 4/64gb is pre-order.

irishchris

south wrote: »

My order has been shipped! Honourbuy.

Excellent, let us know how you find it.

Also was this the 3GB or 4gb model?

south

irishchris wrote: »

Excellent, let us know how you find it.

Also was this the 3GB or 4gb model?

4gb model. I placed the order on the 5th.

Stevek101

Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

GBX

Stevek101 wrote: »

Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

Who knows the in the past maybe. But yeah these are the global variant with band 20.

fixXxer

Stevek101 wrote: »

Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

Gearbest?

corkie

Coming/Launching in Xiaomi Spain on May 17th!

https://twitter.com/XiaomiEspana/status/994906214353047552

Translated: -

" The wait was worth it. We present the desired # RedmiNote5 ! All the details next Thursday, May 17 at https://bit.ly/2I8thaQ "

Possibly to be available on Amazon.es xiaomi, on or after that date, for people weary of other reseller options.

south wrote: »

DHL just texted to say it should be delivered tomorrow. I wasn't expecting it until after the weekend.

Was it delivered to you today?

Stevek101 wrote: »

Are we 100% these include band 20. Weren't HonourBuy infamous for sending dodgy phones in the past?

The store has been getting favorable mentions and feedback on the main Chinese devices thread. That is why I decided to mention them in the op and also place an order myself. Trustpilot has some bad reviews, but that is because people with a bad experience are more vocal than positive feedback.

south

Still with the courier is the last update I got.

Stevek101

I hope you's get on good, as soon as you's are happy I'll bite. I had a bad experience with Hong Kong Goldway before leaving me reluctant to purchase phones.

south

Just to point out,this didn't come with an adapter for the two pin power plug.

corkie

south wrote: »

Just to point out,this didn't come with an adapter for the two pin power plug.

The specs on the order page " Original Xiaomi EU Charger ".

The adapter that came from aliexpress with my kenzo, was a piece crap without a fuse in it.

And the china plug that came with the phone had exposed metal pins.

Never used the supplied charger with the device.

The EU plug can be used here, if you stick a match/screwdriver in the earth socket. Or get a fuse adapter like this somewhere : - http://www.freetv.ie/plug-adapter/



What is your MIUI Version (Settings - About Phone) report the full string.

Check for a vendor/reseller rom.

Have you also tested LTE Bands Supported by the device.

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=cz.master.ltecellinfo

^^^ Above or similar app.

It had Global Version on the box, but just to put @Stevek101 mind at ease.